Amicalola Falls Hike - Sun, Aug 28 2016

Amicalola Falls Hike

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Amicalola State Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Aug 28 2016 8:00 am >> Sun, Aug 28 2016 3:30 pm (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Tue, Aug 23 2016 7:05 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Aug 28 2016 7:10 am

Event Duration:

7 Hours 30 Minutes (including drive 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:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

12 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Join me for a hike at a moderate pace in this scenic state park with a stop at the Len Foote Hike Inn for lunch. We will begin from the parking lot at the top of the falls, so those with aching knees can avoid the stairs! We will make a loop using the AT approach trail and the Hike Inn Trail. Lemonade, coffee, and other beverages are usually available at the Len Foote Inn, and sometimes the Inn will share leftover snacks. A small donation is appropriate in return for the Hike Inn's courtesy. You should also bring something more substantial for lunch.

This is not a beginner's event. The trip leader may contact any registrant who does not have D4 or D5 experience, or whom he believes may have difficulty with the hike.

Required Items to Bring:

Water
Lunch and/or snacks
Good hiking shoes
Clothing appropriate for the weather
Plenty of fluid for adequate hydration

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

Milk chocolate for the TL

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):

104Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $41.60 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, there is no guarantee food will be available 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. I will cancel on a case by case basis for terrible weather. In summer, we don't mind hiking in the rain, as long as lightning is not a problem.