The Friends of Crowders Mountain will host a 3 parks, 2 states loop hike on Saturday, April 15.  Limited to 20 hikers.  Registration is required by Friday, April 14.  This is an intermediate level 10-mile hike.  No pets.  Meet at the Boulders Access, 108 VanDyke Road, Kings Mountain, NC at 8:45 a.m.  Boots On The Trail at 9 a.m.  Approximate return is 1 p.m.  Group enjoyment does not permit a definite return time. No transportation nor lunch provided.  Please bring sufficient food and water, along with any medications, sunscreen, and insect repellant that you may need.  Restrooms at Start and Finish only.  Hike is weather dependent.  Donations appreciated.  Register by contacting the main visitor center at 704-853-5375.  Please see facebook.com/FriendsOfCrowdersMtn or www.friendsofcrowders.com.