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Beginner Backpacking - Pine Mountain Trail




The Basics:
Event Type:Backpacking
Event Location: F.D. Roosevelt State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Nov 22 2008  8:00 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 8:15 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Wed, Oct 22 2008 10:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Nov 21 2008 6:00 pm
Event Duration:2 days 1 night
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
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Jason Kotz
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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:12
Minimum Group Size:0
Number Registered So Far: 11 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:
Join us for a beginner backpacking trip along the Pine Mountain Trail at F.D. Roosevelt State Park

The total miles for this trip will be about 9 miles between Saturday & Sunday. This is a beginner's trip so we will be moving at a very relaxed 1-1.5 mile per hour pace.

After getting our permits from the Park Office, we'll drive to the Dowdell's Knob Parking Area. Here we'll arrange to drop off half of our available cars and all pile into the other half and drive 4.6 miles to the WJSP Tower Parking Lot. We'll unload our gear and do a double-check to make sure everyone has everything.

We're going to start out at Mile Marker 23 on the Pine Mountain Trail and heading North along the Wolfden Loop. We'll make several very shallow stream crossings and hike up past Csonka Falls, Big Rock Falls, Slippery Rock Falls, and Cascade Falls where we can stop for lunch. We'll continue up and around where we'll plan on camping out at Sassafras Hill Campsite (near MM 18.5). Total miles for Saturday should be about 4.5 miles. This will take about 5 hours and we should be at camp around 3pm.

We'll set up camp, gather wood (We are allowed fires in the fire rings), cook dinner and hang out around the campfire that night.

In the morning we'll have breakfast and everyone can tear down camp. We'll continue on past Rocky Point, Hornet Knob, Brown Dog Bluff, and ending at Dowdell Knob (MM - 14). Total Miles for Sunday should be about 4.5 miles. This should take about 5 hours and we'll probably be back to our cars around 3pm.

There will also be an optional information meeting at 7pm (30 minutes before the AOC Social) at 5 Season's Brewery on Nov 11th. This meeting will allow our event members to meet up with us regarding any questions you have regarding backpacking gear and what you can expect on this trip. We will both be bringing our loaded backpacks so you can see what kind of gear we use on our trips, with plenty of time before the trip for you to take stock of your own gear and make any necessary adjustments. REI does rent basic backpacking gear, so don't run out and buy tons of equipment if you don't necessarily have it. Many folks make adjustments to their own gear as they learn what works best for them. We will also offer an opportunity, for those interested, for event members to coordinate with each other to group pack. This can save tremendous weight, and for those of you who may have backpacked before, weight can be everything.

We are specifically setting this trip up for beginners. We encourage you to e-mail us with any questions you may have about gear, what it takes to backpack in general, or any other concerns you may have. Intermediate and advanced backpackers are of course welcome!


Required Items to Bring:
  • Hiking Boots/Hiking Shoes
  • Backpack for overnight trip
  • Tent
  • Sleeping Bag--20 degree is recommended
  • Thermarest/Sleeping Pad
  • Backpacking Stove
  • Water, either in camel back or nalgene carriers
  • Cold weather gear--fleece, long underwear, gloves, hat, extra socks, pants, jacket, etc.
  • Meals Needed:
    2 Lunches
    1 Dinner
    1 Breakfast
    Whatever trail snacks you would like.
Please see the AOC Backpacking Checklist for other required and recommended items.		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • We highly Recommend Trekking Poles.
  • Water filter or water purification tablets (we will have one water filter, but it is not recommended for a group of this size)
  • Lighter or matches

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

View Larger Map 		F.D. Roosevelt State Park
2970 Ga. Highway 190 Pine Mountain , GA 31822
1-706-663-4256

  1. Head west on Royal S Pkwy toward Feldwood Rd SW/Fellwood Rd - 466 ft
  2. Turn left at Feldwood Rd SW/Fellwood Rd - 0.1 mi
  3. Turn left at Flat Shoals Rd - 331 ft
  4. Take the ramp onto I-85 S - 44.4 mi
  5. Take exit 21 to merge onto I-185 S toward Columbus - 8.2 mi
  6. Take exit 42 toward Pine Mountain - 0.4 mi
  7. Turn left at GA-1/Hamilton Rd/US-27 Continue to follow GA-1/US-27 - 13.8 mi
  8. Turn left at GA-190 - 46 ft
  9. Turn left to stay on GA-190 FDR Park Office will be on the left - 361 ft


Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):134Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 8:15 am
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Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $53.60 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:
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Member Cost:$6.00/Person
Cost Includes: $3 - GA State Park Parking Fee
$3 - Camping Fee
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.