Amicalola Falls to Springer Mountain

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Amicalola Falls to Springer Mountain

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Amicalola State Park - Park Visitor Center

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Nov 26 2010 8:30 am >> N/A (Carpool Departure: 7:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Tue, Nov 16 2010 8:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Nov 25 2010 12:00 pm

Event Duration:

7-9 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Trip Leader(s):

Stefan

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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:

6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

This is a winter hike for advanced hikers. The hike is approximately 16 miles round trip with only a few rest breaks. We will start at the upper parking lot near the trailhead. From there, we will hike the AT Approach Trail via Frost Mtn (mile 4.6) and Nimblewill Gap (mile 5.9) to Springer Mtn (mile 8.1; 3,782 feet). On the way back, we will turn onto the Len Foote Trail and hike a mile to Len Foote Hike Inn. We will stop at the Inn for a short break and a hot beverage, then continue our hike back to the parking area via the Len Foote route.

Required Items to Bring:

three liters water or sports drink
hiking boots/trail shoes
non-cotton clothes in layers
down/synthetic jacket (to stay warm during breaks)
rain gear/wind breaker (just in case...)
snacks and lunch
cash for gas (for your carpool driver)
$5.00 State Park Fee per car, unless you have an annual park pass.
cash or credit card for dinner

Recommended Items to Bring:
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hiking poles, gators
camera
binoculars
GPS

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From the Park & Ride we will go north on Georgia 400 past the outlet mall to GA 136. Left on 136 till GA 52. Right until the park entrance. We will gather at the Visitor Center parking lot near the entrance.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

104Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $41.60 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:

Will this event occur rain or shine? Yes

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