Classic Pioneer Camping - High Falls State Park - Fri, Sep 14 2012

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Classic Pioneer Camping - High Falls State Park


The Basics:
Event Type:Camping
Event Location: High Falls State Park   Camping: Classic Pioneer Camping - High Falls State Park  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Sep 14 2012  8:00 pm >> Sun, Sep 16 2012 11:00 am  (Carpool Departure: 6:00 pm   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Tue, Aug 14 2012 10:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Aug 30 2012 5:00 pm
Event Duration:1 Days 15 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Jenn H
Ashley W
Jacquie M.
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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:20
Minimum Group Size:10
Number Registered So Far: 25 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

After a short summer break, we're back for some more fun Pioneer Camping, and another all new location!

Located northwest of Macon, High Falls is named for tumbling cascades on the Towaliga River.  Visitors can hike along the river's edge and through hilly forest to the remains of a grist mill foundation. In the early 1800s, this area was a prosperous industrial town with several stores, a grist mill, cotton gin, blacksmith shop, shoe factory and hotel. High Falls became a ghost town in the 1880s when a major railroad bypassed it.

The site has water and electricity. There are no privy toilets or bathrooms specific to this site, but a comfort station is approximately ¼ mile away.

Friday night we will arrive and set up camp.  Dinner will be around 8pm, 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 or D4) 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 a yummy dinner and then we can relax around the fire. Sunday, after a light breakfast, we will pack for home.

Join me for another fun and relaxing edition of pioneer camping with Jenn, Ashley and Jacquie!


*PLEASE NOTE: expect late nights carousing around the campfire, a 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) bags of firewood (important!)

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

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


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Take I-75 S to exit 198 for High Falls Rd. Turn left off the exit onto Highfalls Park Rd. Continue onto High Falls Rd/Rte 36 and destination will be on the right.

High Falls State Park
High Falls Park Drive
Jackson, GA 30233

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):110Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 6:00 pm
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $44.00 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? 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:$36.00/Person
Cost Includes:

$36.00 includes camp site rental and all meals.

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

Payment can be made via PayPal, PC Banking or check. It is your responsibility to get payment in to met due dates. Allow two days processing for PayPal and 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 Thu, Aug 30 2012.
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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note:

If you cancel on or before Aug 30, you will receive a full refund less a $5 administrative fee. No refund if you cancel after Aug 30 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 if extreme weather conditions are forecast.