Rain go away ... lets try it again - Island Ford - Fri, Aug 16 2013

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Rain go away ... lets try it again - Island Ford


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Sandy Springs, GA   Hike: Rain go away ... lets try it again - Island Ford  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Aug 16 2013  3:00 pm >> Fri, Aug 16 2013 5:00 pm
Registration Opens: Thu, Aug 15 2013 12:40 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Aug 16 2013 11:00 am
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:5 Miles
Pace:Leisurely
Trip Leader(s):
Lemmy
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:14
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

 

Well, I have been asked to lead a few D2 hikes at a leisurely to moderate pace. Hikes which are very suitable for beginners and for fellow AOC friends who want to get ready for some D3s or D4s.

Note: All hikes are rain or shine hikes, i.e. dress appropriately. We will of course not hike if there are thunderstorms likely.

So, here we go: Come join me on the trails at the Island Ford - Unit of the Chattahoochee NRA. There are some rather hilly areas, but none of those are too challenging and the ascents quickly change to descents, giving folks time to catch their breath.

If you have any questions e-mail the Event Coordinator.


Required Items to Bring:

Appropriate clothing for weather
Water
Good Hiking Shoes
Smiley Face

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

Camera (if you like to take pictures)
Walking Sticks / Poles
Snacks


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Coordinates for the GPSlers among you:
Latitude:     33.995149
Longitude: -84.332396

From northbound US 19 and GA 400
- Take exit #6 (Northridge Road).
- Coming off the exit, stay in the right lane, cross over GA 400, and turn right onto Dunwoody Place.
- Go 0.5 miles to Roberts Drive.
- Turn right and proceed 0.2 miles to the first parking area (not at the visitor center).

From southbound US 19 and GA 400
- Take exit #6 (Northridge Road)
- Continue straight ahead at the traffic light onto Dunwoody Place.
- Go 0.5 miles to Roberts Drive.
- Turn right and proceed 0.2 miles to the first parking area (not at the visitor center).


Notes:

Remember to bring three dollar parking fee, unless you have a Chattahoochee NRA annual parking pass.


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