Appalachian Trail Hiking and Tubing - Sun, Jul 6 2014

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Appalachian Trail Hiking and Tubing


The Basics:
Event Type:Multi-Sport
Event Location: Woody Gap and Appalachian Outfitters   Multi-Sport: Appalachian Trail Hiking and Tubing  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Jul 6 2014  9:30 am >> Sun, Jul 6 2014 5:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 8:15 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Wed, Jul 2 2014 10:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Jul 5 2014 6:00 pm
Event Duration:7 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:7 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Steven K
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Member Cost:$6.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:15
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 8 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

How about a combo Hiking and Tubing event? We will hike about 7 miles on the Appalachian Trail starting at Woody Gap which is just a little over an hour away from Atlanta. On the way back we will stop off at Appalachian Outfitters just south of Dahlongea for a tubing trip to cool off.

We will hike approximately 3.5 miles south to Gooch Gap with some real nice views of the valley. Although the relief map looks pretty level, the trail is very rocky and is usually muddy in some sections. After a short lunch, we will hike back to Woody Gap. Total hiking distance should be about 7 miles.

For those that have not hiked the Georgia AT or similar mountain trails, it is not like hiking on the trails within one hour of Atlanta. It’s rocky, it’s muddy, you go up and you go down, with 500 to 1000 foot elevation changes not uncommon. It is a little easier than some of the AT hikes we have done but you still need to be in good shape to attempt it. If you have done some hikes in the Atlanta area such as Kennesaw Mountain, Stone Mountain or at one of the Chattahoochee NRA parks and looking for something a little more challenging, this maybe a good one to try. Also note it is July and while it is usually a little cooler up in the mountains (the hike elevation is around 3,500 feet) it will likely be warm and muggy. If you are unsure you are up for this hike, please e-mail the trip leader.

On the drive back we will stop off for the tubing trip. They have changing rooms at Appalachian Outfitters so you can take off your hiking gear and put on your swimsuits. Below is from thier website www.canoegeorgia.com

"We'll transport you and your tube to the beginning of the float where you can splash into the river and cool off. The tubing trip will take 30 to 45 minutes, but if you want more time to float, an easy nature trail (10 minute hike) will take you back to the beginning to float it again."

It is recommended that all participants have the ability to swim. 

We are looking to end the hiking portion by 2 PM and arrive at Appalachain Outfitters around between 2:30 and 3:00PM. We should be finished by 5 PM and be back at the carpool location by 6 PM provided your carpool group does not stop for dinner afterwords.


Required Items to Bring:

2 or more quarts of water
Trail food/lunch
Hiking boots or shoes
Swimsuit
Watershoes or sandals for tubing

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Camera
sunscreen
towel
Emergency rain gear (even if it is clear day with a 20 percent chance of rain)


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

North on Park and Ride on GA 400. At end of GA 400 turn left on US 19/ GA 60. Remain on this highway through Dahlonega taking bypass. Continue on after US 19/ GA 60 after Dahlonega. When US 19 and GA 60 split, take left on GA 60. Continue about 7 miles until Woody Gap parking lot.

On return trip, follow same directions back. After passing through Dahlonega, look for Appalachian Outfitters on right. This will be about 5 miles before GA 400. Their address is:

2084 South Chestatee/Highway 60
Dahlonega, Georgia 30533

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):120Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 8:15 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $48.00 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:




Will this event occur rain or shine? No. We will not hike if the weather forecast is extremely poor. Also if severe weather occurs during the event the tubing portion maybe cancelled. 


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Member Cost:$6.00/Person
Cost Includes:

Payment will be made directly to Appalachain Outfitters on event day. Cost includes tube rental shuttle and optional life jacket. Please bring six dollars cash to pay for tubing trip. 

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