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Survival Skills Training Sampler


The Basics:
Event Type:
Event Location: Amicalola State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Apr 2 2005  9:00 am >> N/A
Registration Opens: Mon, Jan 1 2007 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Mar 30 2005 11:59 pm
Event Duration:per itinerary
Difficulty Rating:D1: Easy
Trip Leader(s):
Lanier
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Member Cost:$52.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:20
Minimum Group Size:10
Number Registered So Far: 18 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Easy (seminars)

We will join Park Rangers and experienced outdoorsmen for two days of wilderness survival training at Amicalola Falls State Park. Training is on Saturday from 8:00am to 5:20pm and Sunday from 8:00am to 6:00pm.

We will be on our own for Saturday evening. You have the choice of primitive pioneer camping with others in the AOC or making your own arrangements (Amicalola State Park has a lodge if you prefer to be pampered: Call 800-864-7275 to make individual reservations)

We will discuss and demonstrate the five survival priorities of fire, water, shelter, food and first aid. We will discuss being prepared, creating and using an appropriate survival kit. Training consists of; wilderness preparation, loss prevention, map and compass, fire building, signals, water & food, ropes & knots, shelters, wilderness dangers, first aid, and search & rescue resources. Each person will receive an emergency survival kit and a magnesium fire starter. This is a great learning opportunity for individuals wanting to become better prepared for what can happen in the great outdoors.

Required Items to Bring:
Bring your own personal survival kit, if you have one.
50 feet of survival (parachute) cord
small tarp or poncho
large and small garbage bag
Compass; if you don’t own a compass, one will be provided for you during the training. 		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
We suggest you bring your day or fanny pack set up for a day hike.

Bring your lunch each day.

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Dawsonville, GA Amicalola State Park...Meet at the Visitors Center a few minutes before 8:00am on Sat. morning, April 2, 2005 Go North on GA 400, Turn left on GA Highway 53 (toward Dawsonville), Turn right on GA Highway 183, Turn right on GA Highway 52, Turn left into the park.

Notes:

A $2 Park Parking Permit is required each day (paid at the park on arrival.

Are dogs allowed? No dogs.

Is this a rain or shine event? Event takes place rain or shine.
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost & Payment:
Member Cost:$52.00/Person
Non-Member Cost:$52.00/Person
Cost Includes:$52.00 per person for the class, plus overnight stay costs. Payment in full due upon sign-up. This is non-refundable, however, you may find someone to replace yourself if you have to cancel.

We will post the pioneer camping costs once we determine how many people will be camping with us (usually $25.00 or less). The amount for camping can be paid separately, and will be refundable prior to March 29th.

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.