| The Basics: |
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| Event Type: |  | Hike | |
| Event Location: | | Resaca, GA | |
| Date(s) & Time: | | Sat, Apr 10 2010
10:00 am (Carpool Departure: 8:30 am *log in for location*)
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| Registration Cut Off:
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Fri, Apr 9 2010 4:00:00 PM
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| Event Duration: | | all day | |
| Difficulty Rating: | | D3: Moderate | |
| Trip Leader(s): | |
Denise Van Huss
Ben Shienvold
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| Member Cost: | ![](/image/spacer.gif") | None |
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| Participant Info: |
| Who's Invited: | |
Members & Guests, 21 And Older Only
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| Maximum Group Size: | | 12 |
| Maximum No. Guests: | | 2 |
| Minimum Group Size: | | 5 |
| Maximum No. Guests Per Member: | | 1 |
| Number Registered So Far: | |
15 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
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| Are Dogs Permitted: | |
No
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| Itinerary: |
Join us for a fun day of hiking and playing in NW Georgia!
We will start by taking a moderately difficult 5-mile hike at Keown Falls and Johns Mountain. This is a figure 8 loop with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain from the trailhead to the top of Johns Mountain over fairly rocky terrain. We will take a break at the top to enjoy the views before heading back down. On the way down we will pass the two waterfalls known as Keown Falls. Please note that these falls have a tendancy to run dry so we will hope to see them running but if not we will still have a great hike! We will hike at an easy to moderate pace and I plan to stop at both overlooks and both waterfalls to take photos and explore.
After we arrive back at our cars, we will take about a 15 mile drive to the trailhead for Rocktown. This is one of the most unique places I have seen in Georgia. The trail is a very easy 2 mile (out and back) hike that leads to a jungle of fascinating rock formations. Here we will explore, play, and climb around before heading back to our cars.
When we get back to the park and ride, anyone interested is welcome to join us at Taco Mac just up the street. |
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Required Items to Bring:
Hiking boots or trail shoes
water or sportsdrink - at least 2 liters
snacks/lunch
HIGHLY RECOMMEND - hiking poles or stick due to rocky terrain
A great attitude and willingness to explore! | | Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
emergency rain gear
camera
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| How to Get There: |
| Event Directions: | | To Keown Falls:
Take I-75 North to Exit #320/GA 136. Turn left on GA 136 and travel about 14 miles. Turn Left on Pocket Road and go about 4.8 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 702 and go about .6 miles to the deadend at Keown Falls Recreation Area.
Directions from Keown Falls to Rocktown will be given out at the event.
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| Carpool to Event Distance (round trip): | | 150Mile(s) |
| Carpool Departure Time: | |
8:30 am
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| Carpool Location: | |
Log in for location
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| Carpool Directions: | |
Log in for directions
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| Carpool Cost: | |
Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $55.50 (calculated at total miles (150) * $0.370, effective Friday, September 10, 2010). This is based on the current gas, maintenance, and other costs of $0.370 per mile as stated by the IRS & Cars.com. This should be divided by the total number of people in the vehicle (incl driver).
For example: With 4 people in the vehicle, the expense per person on this trip would be $13.88 Alternately your carpool driver may choose to split the maintenance cost plus the actual gas cost among all in the vehicle. Your carpool driver will confirm exactly how much money they require to cover costs. Please split the actual cost among all people in the vehicle.
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| Notes: |
This hike will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rain or lightning.
There are pit toilets at the trailhead for the Keown Falls/Johns Mountain portion of the day.
- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in AOC events.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
- Questions about equipment or rentals? Send them to safety@atlantaoutdoorclub.com.
- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Paula Schubert, at content@atlantaoutdoorclub.com.
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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully! |
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