Coosa Backcountry Trail - Sat, May 26 2012

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Coosa Backcountry Trail


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Vogel State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, May 26 2012  8:00 am >> Sat, May 26 2012 8:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Fri, May 18 2012 12:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sat, May 26 2012 6:30 am
Event Duration:Approximately 12 Hours (including driving time and dinner)
Difficulty Rating:D5: Difficult (Exploratory)
Distance:12.9 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Clay White
Jimmy
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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

Note: This is an "EXPLORATORY" trip. This means that there are parts of this trip, or perhaps the whole trip, that is new to your Trip Leader(s). However, they are confident that this will not be an issue.
This note is here so that you can make an informed decision. When a Trip Leader isn't personally familiar with a trip, there is an increased chance of things not going as planned and you need to be prepared. The Trip Leader may have additional details in the itinerary.

Itinerary:

This is a classic trail located in the Blood Mountain Wilderness.  Beginning from Vogel State Park near Blairsville, we will follow this loop trail in a counterclockwise direction.  The trail is considered strenuous, totaling 12.9 miles in distance and 3500 feet in elevation gain.  Therefore, you should be an experienced hiker and in good physical condition to attempt this hike.  If you are looking for a great workout, this is the hike for you.

We will stop for a fun group dinner following the hike.  If you cannot stay for dinner, please carpool with others who cannot stay for dinner, or plan to bring your own car.



Required Items to Bring:
  • Plenty of fluid for adequate hydration
  • Trail Snacks and 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: 8:00 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 note that your TLs have not hiked this trail before.  We have hiked other trails in the area, and will have maps and trail guides in hand.  However, you should be in sufficient physical condition to walk extra mileage if we miss a turn.

Also please note that the duration of the event is just a guesstimate.  It could be shorter or longer, depending on a variety of factors.

 

 


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.