FALL Women’s Outdoor Adventure Days 🥾
📍WHERE: Hiwassee Acres in calhoun, TN (50 minutes from chattanooga)
WHEN: choose from wednesday 10/22 or sunday 11/9
Join us for fall adventure days! This women's-only event will be full of nature, relaxation, and fun group activities. Our September event was a huge success, selling out in just hours with a long waitlist, so we decided to add more dates into fall! We're going to be doing a guided hike to a waterfall, a guided horse ride, kayaking on the Hiwassee River, and exploring the Hiwassee Acres property. Breakfast, coffee/drinks, and a full lunch is included!
This all-day event is ideal for women aged 21+ who love spending time outdoors, enjoy meeting like-minded women, and are open to new adventures. Last time we did this event we had women aged late 20’s to early 60’s.
Joining strangers on a group event may seem intimidating… we get it! Rest assured you’ll leave this event feeling refreshed, with new connections, and ready to embrace a new season. All you do is show up and we take care of the rest!
DETAILS + booking BELOW ↓
What’s included:
✅ Meals - Breakfast upon arrival, catered lunch, coffee/tea/waters (Dietary restrictions accommodated!)
✅ Guided Waterfall Hike - Led by Hope, professional hiking guide with 7+ years experience leading group hikes (Transportation to the hike provided)
✅ Guided Horse Ride - One hour fully guided horse ride on the Hiwassee Acres property
✅ Kayaking on the Hiwassee River - All equipment provided
✅ Exploring/Relaxing at Hiwassee Acres - Opportunity to explore Hiwassee Acres between activities! There are also farm animals on site such as goats, sheep, a pig & cow, and a mini donkey.
What’s not included:
❌ Transportation - You will need your own transportation to Hiwassee Acres. Transportation is provided for the waterfall hike & back.
LOCATION
📍 Hiwassee Acres - We'll be at an incredible property in Calhoun, TN! It's located 50 minutes north of Chattanooga & the perfect area for outdoor activities. Hiwassee Acres is made up of 225 acres of scenic land including 1 mile on the Hiwassee River. They also host overnight guests, weddings, conferences and retreats.
meet your host
Hope is a full-time hiking tour guide in Chattanooga, Tennessee with her husband Ryan. Since 2018, they have led hundreds of families, couples, friend groups and solo travelers around Southeast Tennessee’s most majestic waterfalls + mountain views. Hope has also been volunteering to lead women's group hikes locally for the past 4 years. When she's not working, she's inspiring both locals and travelers alike to explore all that Chattanooga has to offer.
“I joined Hope for a women’s event that included hiking, kayaking, and horseback riding. I signed up not knowing anyone. She made me incredibly comfortable in a room full of strangers, the moment I walked through the door. Every detail was perfect, from where it was held, the activities included, the food, & there was even snacks and water at the activities. I would not hesitate to sign up for another event that Hope curates, or to use her for a tour.”
📌 Day Itinerary (Same schedule for either day!)
*Itinerary is flexible and times may not be exact
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- Arrival & Breakfast from 9-9:30am
- Guided waterfall hike (transportation provided to trailhead)
- Group lunch around 1pm
- Horse ride at 2pm & 3:30pm (split into 2 groups)
- Kayaking on the river at 2pm & 3:30pm (split into 2 groups)
- Exploring/relaxing at leisure
- Departure 4:30pm-5:00pm
2 DATES AVAILABLE: Choose from Wednesday, October 22nd or Sunday, November 9th.
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Note: There is a small processing fee for credit card payments ($5.97). If you wish to avoid this fee, contact me directly to pay with Venmo or Cash App. Also - if you are a returning guest, contact me for a 10% off discount code!
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the event happening? There are 2 different dates available! You can choose from either Wednesday October 22nd or Sunday November 9th. Both days have the exact same itinerary. You can select the date you want on the checkout page!
What all is included?
Breakfast, full catered lunch, and drinks (coffee/tea/water) are included, as well as all activities: guided waterfall hike led by a professional guide (transportation to trailhead & back provided), fully guided 1-hour horse ride, kayaking on the river (equipment provided), farm animals, and access to explore Hiwassee Acres’ 225 acre property.
What’s NOT included?
Transportation to Hiwassee Acres (you must have your own way to get there).
What’s the cancellation policy?
You may receive a 100% full refund up to 48 hours before the event (by October 20th or November 7th). Within the 48 hour window, you may receive a 50% refund. There will be no refunds once the event has started. We understand things come up, please only sign up if you are sure you can make it and double check the date before booking.What if the weather is predicting rain/storms that day?
In the event of a hazardous or rainy weather forecast, the events may be rescheduled to a future date or cancelled if the conditions are deemed unfavorable. A weather cancellation will receive a 100% refund. If you cannot make the rescheduled date, a 100% refund will be given. All of the activities will be happening outdoors with water + animals involved, and safety is our top priority.
Do I need to pay the full payment up front?
Yes, the full payment is due at time of booking and includes a small processing fee ($5.97) if paying with credit card. You can choose to pay securely with your bank account or contact me directly to pay with Venmo or Cashapp to avoid fees.
Are there any discounts available?
Yes! Returning event guests or previous hiking tour guests can receive a 10% off discount code - just reach out for the code!Would I be able to stay at Hiwassee Acres before or after my event date?
If they have availability, you are more than welcome to book a stay with them overnight! Check out their accomodations at hiwasseeacres.com. If you call them to book and tell them you are with “Hope’s group” you can receive a 10% off discount.
Do I have to do EVERYTHING on the itinerary?
No, you can choose whatever activities suit you best! We will not make you participate in anything you don’t want to do. For those who choose not to do an activity, you will have free time to explore Hiwassee Acres! Please note: the price is the same whether you participate in an activity or not.
What age group is this for?
Women aged 21+ and up are welcome! Our last event consisted of women in their late 20’s to early 60’s. Women of ALL ages with a love of the outdoors and meeting new people are encouraged to come. Hope is 30 years old and Kathi (host of Hiwassee Acres) is in her 50’s. Additionally, our event volunteer is in her 40’s. We’d love to have you.
Are dogs allowed? What about kids?
No, due to the horses & other farm animals on site, pets are not allowed. This is an adults-only event.
How many women will be there?
This event is limited to 10 women per date.
I’m nervous to come alone, are solo travelers welcome?
Yes of course! Our goal is to make you feel welcomed and connected while enjoying activities you love in a beautiful setting. Most women will be coming solo too!
What is the fitness level of the activities?
The waterfall hiking trail is rated as moderate, with ~300ft elevation gain and 1.2 miles of hiking round trip. The trail is rocky and has some elevation that may be on the challenging side for beginners. If you choose to kayak, the river in front of Hiwassee Acres is flat water paddling with no swift currents and great for beginners. A maximum weight for the horse ride is 230 lbs. Please note you will be required to sign a waiver to participate in all activities.
Can you accommodate food restrictions / allergies?
Yes, we will absolutely make sure you are taken care of. We will send a questionnaire after booking for dietary limitations/preferences. All meals will be on the nourishing/healthy side.
What should I bring?
Active clothing for hiking (shorts, t-shirt, sneakers or hiking shoes), a change of clothes, swimsuit, towel, water shoes for swimming/river time, sunscreen, and close-toed shoes/pants or jeans for the horse ride.
Still have a question? Shoot an email to maumhope@gmail.com!
“I had the best time with Hope and the Women’s Adventure Day at Hiwassee Acres! From delicious food to hiking to a waterfall, horseback riding, and kayaking, everything was planned perfectly. Hope made the whole experience so fun and memorable. She is the best! I can’t wait for the next one!”
“I had my first outing recently with this organization and was one of the best days. Hope, the owner curated a women’s one day adventure outing and no detail was left undone. 10/10 recommend her for any all things TN outdoors!”