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Rock Gap to Albert Mountain | |||||||
The Basics: | |||||||
Event Type: | Hike | ||||||
Event Location: | North Carolina near Franklin | ||||||
Date(s) & Time: | Sat, Apr 30 2011 8:00 am >> N/A (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am *log in for location*) | ||||||
Registration Opens: | Mon, Apr 25 2011 9:00 pm | ||||||
Registration Cut Off: | Fri, Apr 29 2011 8:00 am | ||||||
Event Duration: | 9-10 hours including driving time | ||||||
Difficulty Rating: | D5: Difficult | ||||||
Trip Leader(s): | Scott Looper Email Trip Leader(s) You must be logged in to get the Trip Leader contact information. | ||||||
Member Cost: | None | ||||||
Participant Info: | |||||||
Who's Invited: | Members Only, 21 And Older Only | ||||||
Maximum Group Size: | 8 | ||||||
Minimum Group Size: | 4 | ||||||
Number Registered So Far: | 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area) | ||||||
Are Dogs Permitted: | Yes | ||||||
Itinerary: | |||||||
If you're a club member who's been looking to move up to the D5 level, here's a great little hike for you. Of course, old time D5 hikers are welcome too! From Rock Gap, we'll hike about 6 miles on the Appalachian Trail to Albert Mountain. Atop the mountain is a fantastic fire tower. I cannot guarantee that it will be unlocked, but I was there recently and was able to climb to the top for an incredible 360 degree view. We can take our time at the top for taking in the views and lunch. Then we'll hike the 6 miles back to the cars and the ride home. I encourage you to check out the two AT shelters along the way and this time of year we're sure to run into several thru-hikers on their way to Maine! If everyone is up for it we'll enjoy a post hike dinner at La Cabana in Clayton. Total hiking distance - about 12 miles. Elevation gain - about 1380 feet. Note: This is not a beginner's hike. You should have some experience hiking long distances in the mountains. And please join me in practicing Leave No Trace outdoor ethics while on the trail. If it's trash at home, it's trash on the trail. ~Scott Looper | |||||||
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How to Get There: | |||||||
Event Directions: | Indian Trail park 'n ride to Clayton, GA. Franklin, NC. Then highway 64 west. Detailed directions will be handed out at the park 'n ride. | ||||||
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip): | 248Mile(s) | ||||||
Carpool Departure Time: | 8:00 am | ||||||
Carpool Location: | Log in for location | ||||||
Carpool Directions: | Log in for directions | ||||||
Carpool Cost: | Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $99.20 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. *Note: This event will be cancelled in the event of severe weather. |