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Dog Hike at Island Ford




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Island Ford NRA
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Feb 12 2011  11:00 am >> N/A
Registration Opens: Tue, Feb 1 2011 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Feb 11 2011 3:00 pm
Event Duration:About 2 hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Ben Taratoot
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 12 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:
Island Ford is part of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and is located just north of Sandy Springs. On this hike we will follow the blue trail for the most part, which is a "balloon" loop of about 3 miles. There are some climbs but nothing too difficult. The first part of the trail runs right beside the Chattahoochee river. We then turn left and follow Beech creek for a short time. After going up and over a hill the trail runs along side Summerbrook creek until we reconnect with the trail beside the Chattahoochee and retrace our steps back to the parking lot. There are very pleasant views of the Chattahoochee river and both creeks along the way. Be prepared for a wet and muddy trail.

Dog owners please carefully read the "notes" section below.


Required Items to Bring:
$3 cash for the NRA parking fee
Plenty of water for you and your dog
6-foot non-telescoping leash
Pooper scoopers
A fun attitude		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Hiking boots or shoes with ankle support
Warm, layered clothing
A towel to dry off your dog
Trail snacks for you and your dog
Camera

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Follow the appropriate directions below to reach the park. Once inside the park, follow the road all the way to the end. We'll meet in the visitor center parking lot.

Important Note: Last time several people got inaccurate directions from a map website (I can't recall which one) and got lost.  These directions are directly from the park's website.  Feel free to contact me for clarification.

From I-285

* Take exit 27 GA 400 North (Dahlonega)
* 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).

From GA 400 South

* Take exit 6, Northridge Road.
* Stay in right lane and cross over GA 400. Turn right onto Dunwoody Place.
* Go .5 miles to Roberts Drive turn right.
* Go .7 miles on Roberts Drive, park entrance will be on your right (Island Ford Parkway).


Notes:
Dogs must be well-behaved, in good health with all required vaccinations, and tolerant of people & dogs. I reserve the right to refuse participation to any dog I feel does not meet these criteria. According to park rules you must clean up after your dog and you must have your dog on a leash at all times. Please do not use a telescoping leash because they tangle other hikers
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.


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