Summit Mt Mitchell and Classic Pioneer Camping - 2 Spots Now Open!!! - Fri, Jun 17 2011

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Summit Mt Mitchell and Classic Pioneer Camping - 2 Spots Now Open!!!


The Basics:
Event Type:Camping
Event Location: Briar Bottom Group Campground, Burnsville, NC 28714   Camping: Summit Mt Mitchell and Classic Pioneer Camping - 2 Spots Now Open!!!  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Jun 17 2011  3:00 pm >> Sun, Jun 19 2011 10:00 am  (Carpool Departure: 3:00 pm   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Tue, May 17 2011 10:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jun 10 2011 10:00 pm
Event Duration:1 Days 19 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D6: Advanced
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Jenn H
Jay G
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Member Cost:$36.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:10
Number Registered So Far: 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Foz took an AOC group to summit Mt Mitchell back in 2006 and again last year, so I thought it would be fun to add it into the Pioneer Camping rotation. Mt Mitchell is the highest peak in North Carolina AND East of the Mississippi River at 6,684 feet.

We will depart Friday late afternoon on the 4 hour drive up to Burnsville, NC. We will set up camp in the Briar Bottom Group Campground at the base of Mt Mitchell. We will cook a simple dinner with lots of carbs, relax around a fire and prep for our next day's big adventure.

Our campsite has a picnic table, fire ring, running water and is adjacent to a Comfort Station with flushing toilets. Coin operated showers are available in the adjacent Black Mountain Campground which we drive through to get to Brair Bottom.

Saturday morning after an early breakfast and packing a lunch, we will head out on our hike that will start in the Black Mountain Campground. The hike up the Mt Mitchell Trail to the summit is 5.6 strenuous miles with an elevation gain of 3500 feet. From the stone observation tower at the summit, on a clear day, one can see 85 miles in all directions. After a rest and group photos, we will return down the mountain to our campsite at Briar Bottom.

Upon our return, we will celebrate with a gourmet dinner, cold adult beverages and relaxing around the fire. Sunday, it's a light breakfast and pack for home.

Required Items to Bring:
Tent
Sleeping bag, pad or air mattress
Camp chair
Change of clothes
Toiletry items
Flashlight/headlight
Bug spray
Cup and/or mug
**1 or 2 bags of firewood

Excellent hiking boots
Camelback with lots of water or Gatorade
Rain gear or light jacket
Recommended Items to Bring:
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Personal items
Adult beverages
Muscial instruments

Camera
Trekking poles
Trail snacks

How to Get There:
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Will be provided at carpool or upon request if you are meeting at the event. 

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):440Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 3:00 pm
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $176.00 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:

Are Dogs Permitted? No.

Will this event occur rain or shine? Yes but trip leader may cancel if extreme weather conditions are forecast.


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Cost & Payment:
Member Cost:$36.00/Person
Cost Includes:$36 includes campsite fees for two nights and all meals.

Payment may be made via PayPal, PC Banking or check. It is your responsibility to get the deposit payment and/or balance payment in to meet due dates.  Allow two days processing for PayPal, PC Banking and one week to mail a check.

No partial payment for partial attendance.
Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the AOC on Fri, Jun 10 2011.
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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: If you cancel on or before June 10, full payment is refundable less a $5 adminitrative fee. No refund after June 10, unless someone replaces you and pays in full, then you will receive a full refund less a $5 administrative fee.