Kayak the CHESTATEE River! - Sun, May 22 2011

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Kayak the CHESTATEE River!

The Basics:

Event Type:

Water

Event Location:

Dahlonega, GA

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, May 22 2011 10:30 am >> Sun, May 22 2011 5:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 9:15 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Mon, Apr 11 2011 8:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, May 8 2011 9:00 pm

Event Duration:

6 Hours 30 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Trip Leader(s):

Denise Van Huss
Pam

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Member Cost:

$38.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

18 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

DUE TO LOW WATER LEVELS ON THE ETOWAH RIVER WE WILL BE KAYAKING THE CHESTATEE RIVER.

Join us for a fun kayking trip down a beautiful 8-mile section of the Etowah River. This section of river offers paddlers some challenging Class 2 rapids, great scenery, and a short portage around the 10 foot drop of Etowah Falls.

We will paddle the river to the portage rock where we will pull our kayaks out so we can go around Etowah Falls. Before putting in at the other side of the falls we will stop for a picnic lunch on the rocks.

This trip is appropriate for the 'Experienced Beginner,' but not for those who have never kayaked before. If you are not sure if this is the trip for you, please contact your trip leaders to discuss.

Required Items to Bring:
Water shoes or sneakers that can get wet - NO FLIP FLOPS
Appropriate clothing for the weather and that you don't mind getting wet and dirty
Water/snacks/lunch
Change of clothes and shoes for the ride home
Sack for wet clothes and shoes

DO NOT BRING GLASS CONTAINERS

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Waterproof camera
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Towel
Hat
Dry bag

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Appalachian Outfitters - Take GA Hwy 400 North until it ends (a one hour drive from I-285) Turn left onto GA Hwy 60 (towards Dahlonega) Our Canoe Outpost is 3.5 miles on the left, turn in at the sign that reads River Trips.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

60Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

9:15 am

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Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $24.00 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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- Some paid events require a minimum number of registered participants. If that number is not met, the event will be canceled and refunds will be issued to those who have already paid.

- Third-party vendors often require damage deposits. Each registrant agrees to be liable for and required to reimburse the Atlanta Outdoor Club for any withheld deposits due to the actions of or damages caused by that registrant.

- No partial payments. All registrants must pay the posted Member Cost regardless of any agreement you may have with any party involved in the event.

- Read the event description carefully for additional information, and contact the trip leader(s) with any questions.

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$38.00/Person

Cost Includes:

kayak, life jacket, paddle, and return shuttle

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the AOC on Sun, May 8 2011.

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: If you cancel on or before May 8th, your full payment is refundable less a $5
AOC administrative fee. No refund can be given for cancellations after May 8th
unless someone from the waitlist replaces you and pays in full. In that case,
you are eligible for a full refund less a $5 administrative fee. The more
notice you give, the better chance you will have in receiving a refund.