**Wednesday Walks: Murphy Candler Park**

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**Wednesday Walks: Murphy Candler Park**

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Murphy Candler Park

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Jan 5 2011 4:00 pm >> N/A

Registration Opens:

Sun, Jan 2 2011 4:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Jan 5 2011 12:00 pm

Event Duration:

approximately 75 minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Angela

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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:

NEW MEMBERS & BEGINNERS WELCOME!

This new series is designed to be a fun way to ease oneself into the world of hiking and The Great Outdoors. Maybe you have only walked to get from one point to another and not sure what hiking is all about. Perhaps you are a bit timid about heading into the woods with a group of people you don't know. Maybe you aren't sure if you have the "right" gear for an outdoor adventure. Or maybe you're an avid hiker and would like to mix things up with a slower-paced walk closer to home. Whatever the reason, these walks are a great way to get out and stretch your legs while meeting new people and checking out a local park you may not have known about. Who knows? Maybe a few of these parks are just around the corner from you!

If you are a new member with the AOC, or if you are a Beginner/Novice hiker please feel free to sign up. This will be a great way to get to know the AOC and others interested in hiking. Veteran hikers you are also welcome to sign up. This will be a relaxing change from your D5 hikes while getting to know a local park and meet new members.

This hike will take place at Murphy Candler Park. This 135 acre park has baseball and football fields, a swimming pool, tennis courts and picnic facilities. We will be walking along the nature trail that encompasses the area. There will be plenty of wildlife to view including Canadian geese, mallard ducks, various songbirds, a heron, hawk, and an owl.

Required Items to Bring:
comfortable clothes, shoes, water to stay hydrated, pleasant personality

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

layers of clothing, gloves, flashlight or headlamp (sunset will be around 5:30pm)

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Murphy Candler Park
1600 W. Nancy Creek Dr
Dunwoody, GA 30319

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From Perimeter Mall:
Head South on Ashford-Dunwoody Road.
Cross over I-285.
Continue on Ashford-Dunwoody Road to W. Nancy Creek Drive.
Turn left onto W. Nancy Creek Drive.
The parking area is four blocks ahead on left before the bridge.

From downtown Atlanta:
Go North on Peachtree Street to Ashford-Dunwoody Road.
Turn left onto Ashford-Dunwoody Road.
Continue on Ashford-Dunwoody Road to W. Nancy Creek Drive.
Turn right onto W. Nancy Creek Drive.
The parking area is four blocks ahead on left before the bridge.

Notes:

No more than 2 well-behaved dogs will be allowed on this event. Leash laws and clean up laws are strictly enforced.

* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.