AT: Hog Pen Gap to Blue Mt. Shelter/Unicoi Gap

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AT: Hog Pen Gap to Blue Mt. Shelter/Unicoi Gap

The Basics:

Event Type:

Backpacking

Event Location:

Hog Pen/Unicoi Gap

Backpacking: AT: Hog Pen Gap to Blue Mt. Shelter/Unicoi Gap

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Apr 20 2024 9:00 am >> Sun, Apr 21 2024 4:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 7:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Fri, Apr 12 2024 7:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Apr 19 2024 7:00 pm

Event Duration:

1 Days 7 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Advanced

Distance:

29 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Joseph Wang

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

2 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

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Itinerary:

Join me as I continue my hike to the Georgia section of the Appalachian Trail!

We’ll start our hike at Hog Pen Gap around around 9am headed NOBO on the Appalachian Trail towards Unicoi Gap. We’ll hike approximately 12.1 miles (Ascent 1,240’; Descent 3,180’) to the Blue Mountain Shelter. On the way we’ll take a lunch break and any needed breaks. One option is the stop at the Low Gap Shelter for lunch. Once we reach the Blue Mountain Shelter, we’ll set up camp. Once we set up camp, we’ll take a little break and lighten our loads for the 2.4 miles (Ascent 280’; Descent 1,240’) hike to Unicoi Gap. Once we reach Unicoi, we’ll take a little break and then hike 2.4 miles (Ascent 1,240’, Descent 289’) back to camp at the Blue Mountain Shelter. Today, we’ll hike approximately 17 miles with 5,160’ of ascent and 4,700’ of descent.

When we wake up, we’ll have some breakfast, pack up and hike SOBO 12.1 miles (Ascent 3,180’; Descent 3,640’) back to Hog Pen Gap.

This Backpacking trip will be approximately 29 miles total with an total elevation gain/loss of 8,340 feet during our entire trip.

Since this is a D6, you must have prior D5/6 experience or a history of backpacking. The Trip Leader reserves the right to move a participant to the Wait List if they do not have adequate experience.

Required Items to Bring:

Hiking Boots / Shoes

Backpack

Sleep System (Tent, Tarp, or Hammock). We will be near a shelter, but don't count on there being enough space.

Sleeping Bag

Sleep Pad

Food and Snacks (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner and snacks)

Water and Filtration / Purification device, Drops, or Tablets

Headlamp/Flashlight and spare batteries

Weather appropriate clothing enough for 2 days of travel and a set for the drive home

Rain Gear

Cookware (stove, utensils, cup, bown/plate, fuel)

Matches/Lighter

Bear Canister or Bear Bag to hang or put in the shelter's bear storage

Toiletries

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How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Hogpen Gap

GA Rte 348

Richard B Scenic Hwy

Helen, GA 30545

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

132Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 am

Carpool Location:

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Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $52.80 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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