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Johnny Vardeman: Footprints of ‘barefoot ranger’ were as big as the mountains

Ranger Arthur Woody’s life is chronicled in the book “Arthur Woody and the Legend of the Barefoot Ranger” by Duncan Dobie. - photo by Times file

1112017 ARTHUR WOODY — Ranger Arthur Woody’s life is chronicled in the book “Arthur Woody and the Legend of the Barefoot Ranger” by Duncan Dobie. - photo by Times file

If you’ve ever traveled through Woody Gap on Ga. 60 north of Dahlonega, you appreciate the grand mountain views, thick woodlands and the magical valley around Suches.