Actually, we are meeting in Stanton, then traveling to Bowen. We don't go thru Slade, as that is where way too many people tend to congrate. The parking becomes a major problem at times, as you have alot of other outdoors types that meet there, also. From Lexington, it is 45 minutes to Stanton. As for wheeling on Sat. the 20, sure, that can be done as there are some camping areas right at the trailhead.
Brian, remember where you saw my black XJ cross the creek in the morning right where you parked (Sandy Lick)? THAT is where we go in to avoid alot of the traffic that I was referring too.
Directions from Lexington: go EAST on I-64 towards Winchester, until you see the sign for the Mt. Parkway,(is about the 97-98 m/m) follow the pkwy. until you see the sign for Stanton, Slade is farther down (go to Slade, went too far). The meeting area is right on the rght side as you exit. We all meet at the parking area by the BP/ foodcourt/McDs' about 9.30.
Look forward to seeing everyone! (Black, lowrider XJ with a BIG seldgehammer of a front bumper)
Ren