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Pine Mountain Backpacking


The Basics:
Event Type:Backpacking
Event Location: FDR State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Nov 7 2009  8:00 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 8:15 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Thu, Oct 22 2009 9:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Nov 4 2009 9:00 pm
Event Duration:Overnight
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Jason Hicks
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Member Cost:$10.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:
Ok folks now that I have put my flooded house in order.  I am ready to get back out there and do some hiking and camping.  So I do like Pine Mountain and will be going back there.  The thing about Pine Mtn is that you have to be very flexible. 

First a little about the trail.  It is located at FDR state park in middle Georgia.  We will arrive at the park about 10 ish and sign in.  It is $5 for each car to park.  Then as a group we will assembly $30.00 to pay for our group for backcountry permits.  So bring some cash.

Once there we will see what backcountry sites are open and go from there. Of course I have a plan in place if we can get the backcountry site I want.  So here it is.

We will go from the office to put some cars at the Mollyhugger Hill Parking Lot. Then go with the rest of the cars to Eastern Terminus of the trail. WJSP towed parking lot.  Then get out and backpack from there to Sassafrass Hill Campsite or if not available Sparks Creek Campsite.  Then camp and get up and hike down the trail to Mollyhugger Hill parking lot.  Mileage first day will range from 3-6 miles  Second day range is 3-6 miles. 

Of course we might have to completely redesign the trip once we get down there and find out that campsites we want are taken.  Regardless the plan is 3-6 miles a day. 

We will be leaving the carpool promptly at 8:15am and not stopping for breakfast and stuff.  Eat before you come!

Required Items to Bring:
Tent, backpack, sleeping pad, raingear, warm coat, warm hat, flashlight, toilet paper, utensils, cookware, water, lunch, dinner and breakfast		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need. Please see the list underbackpacking or go to REI and see the section under expert advice then click on camping and hiking and then click on backpacking checklist.

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Driving directions will be provided if necessary 2970 Georgia Highway 190 Pine Mountain, GA 31822 (706) 663-4858 If you are driving yourself and not meeting that the carpool please met us at the Park office. We have to get our permits that cost $5.00 per person and I will just collect that money from each person when we get there. The normal $5.00 a car will be paid as well. We should get down there around 9:30-10:00 ish
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):100Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 8:15 am
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $40.00 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:
This is a backpacking trip to go into the woods and hang out arond the campfire and socialize.  Bring your ipod and a good attitude and some adult beverage if you like but please lets all be responsible!
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Member Cost:$10.00/Person
Cost Includes:

The cost includes the parking permit and also the backcountry permit.  Bring cash and we will figure it out at the vistor center.  Please not everyone bring a $20.  Hard to get change for each person. 

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.
*Note: Note: In addition to the normal cancellation statement I will cancel this trip if there is serious chance of rain and or there is a ban campfires