Two photographers, one hike

Lifestyle

November 18, 2021

Seth Atkins and Kayleigh Harrill, Staff Photographers

Nov. 17 was National Take a Hike Day. This day is to remind us to get outside, enjoy the fresh air, and take in the beauty God has surrounded us with. Around North Greenville University, there are a number of trails, hiking spots or parks to enjoy the outdoors. Taking a hike doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to travel far, because with the beautiful nature we have here in the upstate, it can be as easy as driving up the road a few minutes.

So two of The Vision’s staff photographers drove eight minutes from North Greenville to Poinsett Bridge for a small hike along the creek and trails. Take a look at the photo blog below to see all the fun in nature.

The entrance to the bridge and heritage preserve has a view of the scenic road like no other. Seth Atkins, freshman at NGU, stands along the road, capturing the bridge from a far. **Photo by Kayleigh Harrill**

Kayleigh Harrill, senior, checks out the beautiful tress overhead. This location doesn’t require the slightest fraction of a gas tank to travel to. **Photo by Seth Atkins**

During the hike, photographer Seth Atkins takes a breather to smile for a photo. **Photo by Kayleigh Harrill**

Kayleigh Harrill, senior, smiles for the camera in turn. The Vision NGU photographers are used to being behind the camera, so having new headshots, even while on a hike, is a plus. **Photo by Seth Atkins**

Seth Atkins, freshman digital media major, captures the beauty around him under the trees at Poinsett Bridge. He recommends going to the bridge in the fall, as the location is full of many colors to snap a shot of. **Photo by Kayleigh Harrill**

Kayleigh Harrill, senior, sits on a rock along the small, flowing creek to get the perfect photo. **Photo by Seth Atkins**

The historic bridge, known for its aesthetic appeal, is a heritage preserve that includes not only hiking trails, but also peaceful small streams and waterfalls. Here, Seth is walking along a trail with a camera in his hand. **Photo by Kayleigh Harrill**

Kayleigh Harrill, senior, strolls across Poinsett Bridge after a much needed hike around the heritage preserve. **Photo by Seth Atkins**

Underneath the bridge is an arch, which is a perfect place for a rest after a hike. It is also a great place to grab a few photos of friends or family visiting this hiking location. Seth Atkins admires this element to the bridge. **Photo by Kayleigh Harrill**

Kayleigh Harrill, senior, stops along the trail to view her surroundings. In the midst of a stressful fall semester, a hiking trip to a peaceful location is a perfect way to decompress. **Photo by Seth Atkins**

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