Saturday Morning Amicalola Falls Hike - Sat, May 30 2015

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Saturday Morning Amicalola Falls Hike


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Amicalola State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, May 30 2015  8:30 am >> Sat, May 30 2015 3:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 8:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Thu, May 28 2015 8:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Sat, May 30 2015 7:30 am
Event Duration:Approximately 6 Hours 30 Minutes (including driving time)
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:10 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Clay White
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

This is a hike for intermediate to advanced hikers, and a great event for those who want to get back to Atlanta earlier than on most out of town hikes. We will skip the steps and begin at the trailhead above the falls. We will hike the AT Approach trail for 4 miles and then turn onto the Len Foote Trail. After stopping for a short break and to eat a snack/lunch at the Len Foote Hike Inn, we will complete the loop via the Len Foote trail. We should be back in Atlanta by mid to late afternoon.

We will maintain a steady pace with a few rest breaks, and will stop to enjoy our lunch and a beverage at the Len Foote Inn. The hike will exceed 10 miles with above-average elevation gains. While the pace will be steady, it is not a fitness hike. Therefore, this hike may not appeal to those seeking to hike at very fast speeds. By the same token, you should be able to hike 10 miles comfortably at an average speed with only a few breaks.



Required Items to Bring:

Good hiking shoes
Clothing appropriate for weather conditions
Lunch and snacks
Plenty of fluid for adequate hydration

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Poles for those who prefer them
Camera


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Directions will be distributed at the carpool location.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):96Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 8:30 am
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Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $38.40 using a reimbursement rate guideline of $0.400 per mile. The total amount should be divided by the number of people in the vehicle, including the driver. This is a guideline, not a rule, for drivers but the cost should not be higher unless there are extenuating circumstances.

Notes:

The Len Foote Inn often graciously provides coffee, tea, fruit and leftovers as snacks for day hikers.  Please remember to bring enough money to tip appropriately if you choose to take advantage of this courtesy.

However, you can not count on there be any food there when we arrive so your trip leader highly recommends you bring a lunch also. :)



* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost Includes:

$5.00 State Park Fee unless you have an annual park pass.


Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note:

At the time of this posting, the weather report is good. We will cancel on a case by case basis for terrible weather.