Flat water kayak and camping - Sat, Jul 18 2009

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Flat water kayak and camping

The Basics:

Event Type:

Adventure

Event Location:

Ocoee River

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jul 18 2009 7:30 am >> N/A (Carpool Departure: 7:30 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Thu, Jul 2 2009 9:00 am

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jul 10 2009 4:00 pm

Event Duration:

All day event

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Patrick Barry
Hilke Neuerburg

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Member Cost:

$83.00/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:

4 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

We have a multi-adventure event scheduled for July 18, 2009 with OAC. OAC began working with the AOC this year and they are a wonderful outfitter. You trip leaders paddled with them a few months ago and we enjoyed the experience.

SATURDAY MORNING and AFTERNOON

We’ll carpool to the outfitter and then spend Saturday on flat water kayaks, exploring the upper Ocoee River. Local guides will be with us on the trip, demonstrating paddling skills while identifying wildlife, flora and fauna. The kayaks measure about 14’, have rudders (easier to remain straight when paddling) and are the “sit inside” (not sit on top) models.

SATURDAY EVENING

After our kayak trip we’ll camp in a tent up the river from the outfitter. The tents hold four people per tent, no need to bring your tent but you will need a sleeping pad and bag.

We'll pass a grocery store between the kayak take-out and our camp site. On my past events, we often do burgers and chicken on the grille and share side dishes. This is optional.

If you are a beginner camper, that's cool too. Ask and your trip leaders will be happy to discuss options.

SUNDAY

NO AOC event Sunday. The area has many outdoor activity options. First, the river is open and flowing that day so you may white water raft (email Patrick if you wish to raft). Option two is to hike, option three, lay around by the river and soak up some rays or return to Atlanta after breakfast.

So, the group will pack up and head home after breakfast OR if they want to coordinate among themselves.

Contact Patrick with questions.

Required Items to Bring:
kayaking: water bottle, shades, sunscreen, hat

camping: sleeping bag, sleeping pad

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Provided upon payment

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

150Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

7:30 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $60.00 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:

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- 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.

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$83.00/Person

Non-Member Cost:

$90.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Kayak, paddle, pfd, lunch, and tent

Payment may be made via PayPal, PC Banking or check. It is your responsibility to get payment in to meet due dates. Allow two days processing for PayPal and PC Banking and one week to mail a check.

No partial payment for partial attendance.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the AOC on Fri, Jul 10 2009.

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note:

If you cancel on or before July 12, full payment is refundable is $5 administrative fee. No refund after July 12 unless someone replaces you and pays in full, then you will receive a full refund less a $5 administrative fee.

Event is rain or shine however trip leader may cancel event is extreme weather conditions are forecast.