Classic Pioneer Camping - Fort Yargo State Park - Fri, May 30 2025

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Classic Pioneer Camping - Fort Yargo State Park


The Basics:
Event Type:Camping
Event Location: Fort Yargo State Park   Camping: Classic Pioneer Camping - Fort Yargo State Park  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Fri, May 30 2025  1:00 pm >> Sun, Jun 1 2025 12:00 pm
Registration Opens: Sun, Apr 20 2025 8:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sun, May 25 2025 7:00 pm
Event Duration:1 Days 23 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Ayo
Dave R
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Member Cost:$20.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:20
Minimum Group Size:10
Number Registered So Far: 8 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

 

Join Dave Roth and Ayo for some fun Pioneer Camping!
 
 Payment is due on April 30th but we encourage early payment to guarantee attendance.
 
Located between Atlanta and Athens, Fort Yargo features a 1792 log fort built by settlers for protection against Creek and Cherokee Indians. Today, visitors come to Fort Yargo for its wide variety of outdoor recreation and scenery. Mountain bikers and hikers can test their endurance on 21 miles of trails. A 260-acre lake offers a large swimming beach, fishing and boat ramps. The park’s wooded disc golf course is exceptionally challenging.
 
The site is located by itself. It has water but no electricity, a fire ring, and pit toilets. The area has two Adirondack shelters, a picnic shelter, and horseshoe pit. It is located in large wooded area approximately 100 yards from the lake and hiking trails. Swimming, mini golf and boat rentals are 3 miles by car and 1 mile by trail. There are also civilized bathrooms a stone throw away from the camp site.
Beginning Friday afternoon, we will arrive and set up camp (feel free to arrive anytime after 1pm). Dinner will be around 7pm, and we can enjoy the rest of the evening getting to know each other. Saturday, after breakfast, we will do an area hike (probably a D3) and then the rest of the day is on your own. Card games, bocce ball, watching grass grow, naps, or juggling are all excellent ways to pass the time. Later, we'll have dinner and then we can relax around the fire. Sunday, after a light breakfast, we will pack for home.
 
The cost to attend this event is $20/person. You can send payment to (Friend or Family) via:
 
Venmo to @Ayo-Adesanya
PayPal to @AyoAdesanya
Zelle to 404-444-6135
 
If the option to pay Hakeem Adesanya shows up. I'm the same person.
 
NOTE: This is being planned as a BRING YOUR OWN MEAL event. However, folks have the option to bring cooking utensils to use/share at the camp site or enjoy meals at the several local restaurants nearby.
 
Join us for a fun and relaxing edition of pioneer camping...
 
*PLEASE NOTE: expect late nights carousing around the campfire, and possibly little dog slobber, and an awesome weekend!

Required Items to Bring:

Tent
Sleeping bag/pad
Clothing for cool or warm weather
Jacket
Rain Jacket
Bug spray
Headlamp
Cup/Mug
Camp chair
(2) BAG OF FIREWOOD (important!)

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

Hiking shoes
Camelback
Trekking poles
Bathing Suit
Sunblock
Camera
Snacks to share with group (optional)
Cooler with your favorite beverages (optional)


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Located 1 mile south of Winder on Ga. Hwy. 81.

Fort Yargo State Park
210 S. Broad Street
Winder, GA 30680

GPS Coordinates:
N 33.9656770 | W -83.7254330


Notes:

Are Dogs Permitted? Yes. Owner is reponsible for feeding and watering. Owner is also responsible for dogs behavior. If the dog can not be controlled, trip leader may ask the dog to be removed from the event. Dogs must be approved by the trip leader prior to the event!!!


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Cost & Payment:
Member Cost:$20.00/Person
Cost Includes:

$20 includes camp site rental and sundry expenses.

Additional fees: $5.00 state park parking fee unless you have an annual park pass

Payment can be made via PayPal, Venmo or Zell. (See payment info above)

NO PARTIAL PAYMENT FOR PARTIAL ATTENDANCE

Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the AOC on Sun, May 25 2025.
Make a Payment:Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

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

If you cancel on or before May 15th, you will receive a full refund less a $5 administrative fee. No refund if you cancel after May 15th unless someone replaces you and pays in full, then you will receive a full refund less a $5 administrative fee.

Event is rain or shine however the trip leader may cancel  and/or reschedule if extreme weather conditions are forecasted.