Beginner Camping & Full Moon Hike - Sat, Mar 3 2007

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Beginner Camping & Full Moon Hike


The Basics:
Event Type:Camping
Event Location: Fort Mountain State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Mar 3 2007  9:00 am >> N/A
Registration Opens: Mon, Jan 1 2007 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Feb 28 2007 11:59 pm
Event Duration:per itinerary
Difficulty Rating:D1: Easy
Trip Leader(s):
Patrick Barry
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Member Cost:$17.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:15
Minimum Group Size:5
Number Registered So Far: 6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Easy

3/03 Saturday – Set-up camp at Fort Mountain State Park, eat, build fire and later that night do a FULL MOON night hike (optional)
3/04 Sunday – Open – could do a hike, road ride, mtn bike ride or trail run – lots of options at Fort Mountain

Beginners are encouraged to learn the basics of camping. Your trip leader will cover site selection, preparation, assembling a tent, building a camp fire, etiquette and many other tips and tricks.

The trip leader has extra gear and a stove, pots and pans, etc.. We will build a fire but you are responsible for your food. You may also eat in town, about eight miles away, but are encouraged to spend meal time w/the group.

Our tent site has electrical hookup (if needed), a picnic table and pit for a fire. Each site has room for three cars and 3-4 tents. Bathroom/shower facilities are within a short walk and are available 24/7.

For more information, check out: Fort Mountain SP

If you require camping gear or have questions please contact the trip leader.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Food
Good attitude
Hiking boots
Flashlight or headlamp
Daypack
Hydration

Helpful but not required:
Trekking poles
Dress in layers
Camp chair

Optional bike ride:
Bike, helmet and water

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Chatsworth, GA 4:00 p.m. - Meet at Fort Mountain SP Get directions when you register for the event.

Notes:

Are Dogs Permitted? No.

Will this event occur rain or shine? Yes.

NOTE: Please be considerate of others. If you sign-up and cannot attend, please e-mail the trip leader, so others that may be on a waiting list may attend.

E-mail the trip leader to be put on a waiting list if the trip is at the max number of attendees.
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost & Payment:
Member Cost:$17.00/Person
Non-Member Cost:$17.00/Person
Cost Includes:$17 for camping (pay AOC) and $4 parking fee at park
Make a Payment:Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the AOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

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