Autumnal Equinox at Stone Mountain - Sunset on the Rock

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Autumnal Equinox at Stone Mountain - Sunset on the Rock

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Stone Mountain Park

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Sep 23 2015 6:45 pm >> Wed, Sep 23 2015 8:15 pm

Registration Opens:

Thu, Sep 17 2015 9:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Sep 23 2015 4:00 pm

Event Duration:

1 Hours 30 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Distance:

2 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Laura V

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

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Itinerary:

There are two equinoxes every year – in September and March – when the sun shines directly on the equator and the length of day and night is nearly equal.

The autumnal equinox in Atlanta takes place at 04:22 a.m. on 9/23/2015. We will mark the first day of Autumn with an evening hike to the top of Stone Mountain. The sun will set at 7:33 p.m., so we will start our hike at 6:45. This will give us plenty of time for a leisurely hike and some time to hang out on top to enjoy the evening.

We will meet in front of the Confederate Hall restrooms at 6:45 p.m. for introductions before we head to the top to watch the sunset. On the ascent, we will hike at a moderate pace on a side trail, rather than on the heavily traveled walk-up trail. We will gain about 650 feet of elevation in just over one mile. Your TL and those with strong legs will climb the very steep portion of the mountain closest to the fence, but you will also have the option to connect to the walk up trail at the half way point and use the handrails for the steep section.

We will be walking down after sunset, so please bring a small LED flashlight or headlamp.

This event will be cancelled in the event of severe weather.

Required Items to Bring:

sturdy hiking shoes with good traction

head lamp or LED flashlight

Recommended Items to Bring:
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camera
snack and beverage to enjoy while watching the sunset
windbreaker or clothes appropriate for the weather

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Directions To Confederate Hall Parking Lot:

To the main entrance- From I-285 take U.S. Hwy 78 East (Snellville/Athens) exit. Travel about 7 miles and take Exit 8, the Stone Mountain Park Main Entrance. After entering the main entrance, proceed straight ahead. The road will fork at about 1 mile - stay to the right. Continue to follow the road for another mile. Confederate Hall will be on your left. We will meet outside the restrooms at the start of the walk up trail.

The Parking Fee is $15.00 at the gate unless you have an annual pass.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: For more information about Stone Montain Park, go to:

http://www.stonemountainpark.com/
MEETING POINT

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