AT Section: Dicks Creek Gap to Bly Gap - Sat, Aug 14 2021

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AT Section: Dicks Creek Gap to Bly Gap


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Hiawassee, Georgia   Hike: AT Section: Dicks Creek Gap to Bly Gap  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Aug 14 2021  7:00 am >> Sat, Aug 14 2021 6:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 7:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Mon, Aug 2 2021 7:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Aug 11 2021 3:30 pm
Event Duration:11 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D6: Advanced
Distance:18 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Steve H
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:10
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 12 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

Join me for a fun out-and-back hike for the last Georgia Section of the AT. This 18 mile hike will take us to the GA/NC border and continue a little bit further to the knarly tree before turning around and coming back the way we came to Dick's Creek gap. We will have lunch at Bly Gap in North Carolina.

This is MODERATE pace hike. That doesn't mean fast, but also not slow, but we will need to move at average speed of 2.5 mph to finish the hike in the time scheduled.

Notes:

1.  Itinerary is subject to change anytime at the discretion of the trip leader(s).

2.  We will take breaks to allow the group to stay together, with MODERATE speed while we are moving. 

3.  The trip leader(s) reserves the right to consider participant's past history and to make the final determination for participation on this hike.

4. Hydration will be important, it may be HOT! There will be a few water sources along the way, if you want to bring a filter. 

5. If not carpooling, arrive at 8:45 am, ready to hike. We will leave the Dick's Creek parking lot to begin the hike at 9 am. 

6. Up to 2 well-behaved dogs will be permitted, assuming it is not too hot. Contact me in advance if you want to bring your K-9.

 

NOTE: We have a carpool on this event. If you sign up and wish to be in a carpool, drivers have descretion. Due to COVID, carpool drivers may be chosen based on willingness to take others and/or your willingness to show proof of vaccination or recent negative COVID test. Honor system may also be used.


Required Items to Bring:

Boots
Food - lunch/snacks
Spare pairs of socks
Water/sports drink - at least 2.5 litres (or if you carry a filter you can filter from the creek)
Change of clothes for the ride home
Cash for the carpool driver

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Hiking Poles
Towel
Camera
Sunscreen
Insect repellant w/DEET


How to Get There:
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):200Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:00 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $80.00 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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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.