Adventure at Lake Jocassee - Sat, Jul 23 2016

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Adventure at Lake Jocassee

The Basics:

Event Type:

Water

Event Location:

Devils Fork State Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jul 23 2016 7:45 am >> Sat, Jul 23 2016 6:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 7:45 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Mon, Jul 11 2016 7:10 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jul 22 2016 7:00 pm

Event Duration:

Per Itinerary

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Pace:

Leisurely

Trip Leader(s):

Beth H

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Member Cost:

$55.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

11 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Channel your inner child...Are you sure footed, adventuresome, and a lover of cold water? If so, this is for you! Spend a day on beautiful Lake Jocassee.. Jump off a cliff into the lake, rock hop up a river, swim under a waterfall, We’ll jump in a boat at Devil's Fork State Park, & motor from one fun locale to the next. Explore Thompson, Horsepasture, Whitewater, & Toxaway Rivers to find hidden swimming holes surrounded by beautiful scenery. We will be spending 6 fun-filled hours on the lake. On the way back to the dock sip your favorite adult beverage & enjoy the ride.

Jocacassee is a 7,500 acre lake lake fed by 4 rivers. It is known for it's clear clean waters. Building on the lake is restricted, resulting in tree-lined shores and a limited amount of motor boats.

Lake Jocassee is a 7,500-acre (30 km2),385-foot,(117 m) deep reservoir located in northwest South Carolina created by the state in partnership with Duke Power in 1973. The lake is commonly known for the clean and cold Appalachian mountain rivers that feed the lake, keeping its waters cool and water visibilities clear year- round. - See more at: http://www.jocasseelaketours.com/index.php/lake- jocassee#sthash.QT2qiaxE.dpufJocassee is a 7,500 acre lake fed by 4 rivers. It is known for it's clean clear water. Building on the shores of the lake is restriced, making for peaceful, tree-lined shores. You won't see a lot of motor boats on this lake.

Our tour guide will be Brooks Wade, a graduate of the Clemson Upstate Master Naturalist Program. He knows all the secret spots on the lake.

Clemson Upstate Master Naturalist program

$55 dollars per person (+$2 Park Entrance fee paid at the gate). This includes boat transportation with a knowledgable guide. Restricted to the young at heart.

Bring a small cooler with your favorite food and beverages (adult beverages are optional)

See payment info at the bottom of this page

You must pay within 48 hours of signing up or you will be moved to the Wait List.

We will be stopping on the way back to Atlanta for dinner. If you do not wish to join us, please capool accordingly.

Required Items to Bring:

$2 per person for park entrance

Water shoes, towel, something to swim in.

Water & lunch.

$ for carpool

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

Jacket. It may be cool on the boat.

Camera & camera bag to keep it dry.

Change of clothes

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

If you are using a GPS, the address of Devil's Fork State Park is 161 Holcombe Circle, Salem, SC but please see directions at the end about where to park once you get there.

From Indian Trail travel I-85 North approx 78 miles to SC 11 (Exit 1).

Go North on SC 11 approx 34 miles.

Turn Left onto Lake Jocassee Rd

As you are approaching Devils Fork State Park on Jocassee Lake Rd, watch
for a large brown Devils Fork sign on the right. Just after that will be a
sign (and road) on your left directing you to the campground and picnic area.
Take that left, then take an immediate right into the picnic area. Go
through the pay booth, pay 2 dollars per person, and drive down to and
park at the very end of the parking lot.

The boat shuttle operator will meet us there. There are
bathroom facilities at the picnic area.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

236Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

7:45 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $94.40 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:

While alcoholic beverages are allowed on the boat, this is not a party boat. Please drink responsibly & remember you have to drive back to Atlanta. Alcohol cannot be consumed in the park.

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$55.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Boat trip, guide

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the AOC on Fri, Jul 22 2016.

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
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REGARDLESS OF WHAT YOUR PAYPAL BANNER SAYS, PAYMENT IS DUE WITHIN 48 HOURS OF YOU SIGNING UP. If you don't pay within 48 hours of signing up, you will be automatically moved to the waiting list. See Cancellation. There are no refunds unless another member from the wait list replaces you & pays in full. You will then be issued a refund minus a $5 administration fee.

No partial payments. All registrants must pay the posted Member Cost regardless of any agreement you may have with any party involved in the event. Payment must be received prior to participation in the event.

If the trip is canceled due to weather (45% or more chance of rain) it will be rescheduled. If you cannot make the rescheduled date you will be issued a full refund.

This trip requires a minimum number of participants. If that number is not met, the trip will be cancelled and you will receive a full refund.