Blood and Slaughter – Just in Time for Christmas! - Sat, Dec 17 2011

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Blood and Slaughter – Just in Time for Christmas!


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Suches, GA
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Dec 17 2011  8:30 am >> Sat, Dec 17 2011 7:30 pm  (Carpool Departure: 8:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Fri, Dec 9 2011 10:30 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Dec 17 2011 7:00 am
Event Duration:Approximately 9 to 11 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Clay White
Hope
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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: 16 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
This hike begins at the Slaughter Creek trail head in the beautiful Lake Winfield Scott Recreation Area.  Initially following Slaughter Creek, we'll then pass through a hardwood forest and cross several small streams.  We'll gradually gain elevation, until reaching the Appalachian Trail.

Following the AT Eastbound a short distance, we'll then climb the "easy" side of Blood Mountain, where, at the summit, we'll enjoy a spectacular 360 degree panoramic view of the surrounding mountains.  At 4461 feet, Blood Mountain is one of Georgia's highest peaks.

After having a snack, we'll return by using the AT to make a loop.  Instead of returning on the Slaughter Creek Trail, we'll hike down to the Jarrard Gap Trail, and follow it back to the starting point.  We'll end with an easy .4 mile loop around the lake.

The total distance of the hike is approximately 9.1 miles and elevation gain is approximately 1700 feet.  While we will want to enjoy the scenery around us, we will also keep a consistent and moderate pace throughout the hike, averaging 2.5 mph.  Please be sure you are in sufficient physical shape to hike this distance with only limited breaks.

Please arrive early to the carpool to greet everyone and work out the driving, so that we can be on the road no later than 8:30am.  If all goes according to plan, we will finish the hike between 3:30 to 4:00pm.  We will then have time to stop for dinner on the way back to Atlanta.

If the weather forecast calls for heavy rains and cold temperatures, the trip leaders may decide to cancel the event.  We will check the weather and give everyone an update 1-2 days before the day of the event. 


Required Items to Bring:
  • Plenty of fluid for adequate hydration
  • Trail Snacks and/or light lunch
  • Good hiking shoes/boots
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Hiking poles 
  • camera
  • Change of clothes/socks/shoes for ride home

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:To be provided at the carpool.
    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):135Mile(s)
    Carpool Departure Time: 8:30 am
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $54.00 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:

    Please reimburse your driver for the parking fee.

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

    Cost Includes:$5.00 per car to park.

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