Chattahoochee NRA Hike: Island Ford - New Section

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Chattahoochee NRA Hike: Island Ford - New Section

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Island Ford - Chattahoochee NRA

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Nov 21 2010 9:30 am >> N/A

Registration Opens:

Thu, Nov 18 2010 10:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Nov 22 2010 6:00 am

Event Duration:

approximately 2 - 3 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Steven K
Sharon

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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:

13 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Join me at Island Ford Chattahoochee NRA on 2 to 3 miles of trails that have recently been opened. Thanks to fellow trip leader Angela Nelson who showed our group this newly acquired and developed section on the park recently. After hiking the new section we will then continue on some other trails in the park. Total hiking distance is expected to be 4 to 6 miles.

There will be a few hills, but nothing too strenuous.

We'll stop to admire the views along the way and will have time to photograph and appreciate the Chattahoochee as well as the wildlife. There are usually deer, geese, ducks, and maybe a hawk and/or heron to see.

Concerning dogs park regulations require 6 foot leashes and carrying a bag to pick up any waste. Your dog should be able handle walking for a couple of hours and interact well with other dogs and people. Also your dog should be able to handle warm and humid conditions.

A maximum of three dogs will be permited on this event.

Required Items to Bring:

$3 for parking fee, good, comfortable hiking shoes or boots, water to drink and stay hydrated and snacks. Clothing appropriate for the weather conditions.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

comfortable clothing and shoes

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Directions: Follow directions below. Once you enter the park take the first road on the left and park in lot. This will be very soon after the park entrance.

From I-285

Take exit 27 GA 400 North
North 5 miles to exit 6, Northridge Road.
Turn right and cross over GA 400 then right onto Dunwoody Place.
Go .5 miles and right onto Roberts Drive.
Go .7 mile on Robert's Drive and right onto Island Ford Parkway, park entrance.

From GA 400 North

Take exit 6, Northridge Road.
Stay in the middle lane and go straight through light to Dunwoody Place
Go .5 miles to Roberts Drive turn right.
Go .7miles on Roberts Drive, park entrance will be on your right (Island Ford Parkway).

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