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Coosa Backcountry Hiking Challenge - Advanced Hikers (Carpool leaves at 7:00 AM sharp)


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Vogel State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, May 23 2009  8:30 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 7:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Sun, Apr 19 2009 11:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, May 22 2009 11:55 pm
Event Duration:Several hours
Difficulty Rating:D5: Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Tom Jarosz (Yah-rosz)
Scott Looper
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:18
Minimum Group Size:5
Number Registered So Far: 17 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Join me for a long day of hiking the beautiful 13.7 mile Coosa Backcountry Trail.

This is a strenuous trail with challenging uphill and downhill climbs and only those in excellent physical condition should participate. This hike is recommended for only advanced hikers with previous long distance hikes of 12 or more miles in the mountains or previous D5 hike experience.

***Due to the heat during the day, we will plan to meet at 6:45 AM and depart 7:00 AM at Mansell Park and Ride

***This hike can last between 5-8 hours depending on your hiking ability - please don't expect to be back to the park and ride until after 6 PM +/-

Required Items to Bring:
Good hiking shoes/boots
Hiking poles
Lots of Gatorade or water
Lunch
Positive attitude!
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

GUI
Energy bars
Blister kit


How to Get There:
Event Directions:Take GA 400 north to Dahlonega, then take US 19 north to where it joins US 129 at Turners Corner. Continue north on US 19/129 for 11 miles to Vogel State Park.
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):0Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:00 am
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions

Notes:
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost Includes:Parking fee ($4) - pay at park

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: No hiking on heavy rain/thunderstorms