WiLdFlOwErS in NW Georgia - Sun, Apr 10 2011

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WiLdFlOwErS in NW Georgia

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Villanow, GA

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Apr 10 2011 10:00 am >> N/A (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Mon, Mar 28 2011 8:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Apr 9 2011 5:00 pm

Event Duration:

per intinerary

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Trip Leader(s):

Marty
Lynn

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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:

8 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

The Pocket of Pigeon Mountain in Walker County, Georgia is considered by many to be the finest wildflower site in Georgia based on the diversity and concentration of spring wildflowers. This site has large populations of Trillium decumbens and flexipies, masses of bluebells and celandine poppies, and lots more. The Pocket Trail is an easy 2.6 mi. loop. Then we'll drive another 10 miles to the Chickamauga Creek Trail, a 6.3 easy-moderate loop, for more wildflowers. Total: 9 miles. We're rating it a D4 for the mileage. We'll hike it like a D3 though.

Here's a link to a wealth of info about wildflowers this area: http://uswildflowers.com/journal/?cat=4 The composite at the right shows just some of the April wildflowers.

Dinner: TBD

Our hikes are always social hikes - not fitness hikes, although fitness is required to hike 9 miles. This is not a hike for first timers. We walk an avg. of 2.5 mph and stop frequently to enjoy, explore, or just to let the back of the group catch up and have a minute to rest.

NOTES: 1) We have not hiked these trails before, but feel confident based on our experience (and guide books :) If you are not the type of person that can tolerate a bit of uncertainty - i.e. if you will panic and want to turn back, then we suggest you not attend. 2) Since we have no prior knowledge even of the trailheads, parking situation, etc., we will give preference to those who are willing to carpool. Anyone checking off "Meet at the Event" will be moved to the waitlist and added later if there is room. 3) Carpool cost: For vehicles with 3 or more passengers, we ask passengers to divide the actual cost of gasoline. If practical, drivers do not pay for gasoline on our trips.

Required Items to Bring:
The usual stuff for a spring wildflower hike of about 9 miles

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

Wildflower ID book
Chocolate for Lynn

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Provided at carpool

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

200Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $80.00 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:

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

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