Stone Mountain Summit (Pre-Fitness Hike)

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Stone Mountain Summit (Pre-Fitness Hike)

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Stone Mountain Park

Hike: Stone Mountain Summit (Pre-Fitness Hike)

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Dec 16 2015 5:00 pm >> Wed, Dec 16 2015 6:00 pm

Registration Opens:

Fri, Dec 4 2015 12:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Dec 16 2015 3:00 pm

Event Duration:

1 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Distance:

2 Miles

Pace:

Fast

Trip Leader(s):

Nate Johnson

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

2 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

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Itinerary:

Sunset before 6pm makes the traditional fitness hike challenging to get around the mountain and summit. But there are people that can't get to Stone Mountain before 6pm. We will merely summit Stone Mountain at 5pm and return to the base. Be sure to also sign up for the 6pm fitness hike. We will be pushing to get to the top so that we can start the fitness hike on time.

We will meet near the start of the walk- up trail behind the large parking lot beside Confederate Hall. The hike will start promptly at 6:00 pm so plan accordingly since Atlanta traffic can be erratic in the afternoon/evenings.

There is an $15 parking fee to enter the park; however, free public parking is available in Stone Mountain Village. See directions below.

We'll take a few minutes to enjoy the Fall air and then return to the parking lot.

Required Items to Bring:

• Comfortable shoes with a good grip-the rock can be slippery.
• 1 liter of water, sports drink or beverage of choice.
• Trail snacks.

FLASHLIGHT/HEADLAMP

* A Snickers bar for the leader (preferably frozen or at least refridgerated to ensure it makes it all the way through the hike and can be enjoyed at the top by the leader!)

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

• Poncho or rain jacket in case of rain

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Directions: 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. The parking lot will be immediately after. We’ll meet behind Confederate Hall near the walk up trail.

Additional directions and maps can be found at:
http://stonemountainpark.com/default.aspx

Notes:

While you can sign up for just the summit, it is intended to be combined with the Fitness Hike. Since 5pm is a stretch for some people, the summit adds a nice warm up to those able.

I will email all event participants about the status of the hike in case there is a chance of severe weather.

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