[Oagdu] Hocking Hills and hiking question

[Andrew Leach]

Hi Deanna:

 

The last time we visited hocking Hills, I was working Bentley and he was seasoned and generally up for any work task.  There are a couple of trails there with rocks that hang over the trail, but by in large they are easy to navigate, but know there are some instances where uneven rock stairs will be present.

 

I’ve also hiked with Brie down in Gatlinburg, TN and she did very well.  The dogs get excited to be in the woods as it provides different scents and different surroundings.  Make the dog slow down at first and you should be fine…

 

From: Oagdu [mailto:oagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Deanna Lewis via Oagdu
Sent: Tuesday, February 16, 2016 8:37 AM
To: Ohio Association of Guide Dog Users List
Cc: Deanna Lewis
Subject: [Oagdu] Hocking Hills and hiking question

 

Hi all,

Hope you all are doing well. 

I was curious to know if any of you have visited Hocking Hills with your guide dogs? Also, have you been to other state parks and gone hiking with your dogs? Can you offer any tips on how best to do this? I’m planning a trip to either Hocking Hills this spring.

I took Pascal to a few state parks, but we always walked on a trail or walkway. Mambo has been to Muir Woods, but again that was on a smooth trail. I kind of wonder how the dog adjusts to a rougher terrain, like rocks, hills, and tree roots sticking out? I am not sure what the paths are like at Hocking Hills, so I want to be as prepared as possible. I would prefer to work my dog while hiking, and not use sighted guide. Any tips are much appreciated. 

Thanks!

Deanna and Mambo 

 

 
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