Middle Ocoee Rafting - Sun, Jun 19 2011

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Middle Ocoee Rafting

The Basics:

Event Type:

Whitewater

Event Location:

Ocoee, TN

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Jun 19 2011 9:30 am >> Sun, Jun 19 2011 6:30 pm (Carpool Departure: 9:30 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Tue, May 31 2011 8:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Jun 6 2011 4:00 pm

Event Duration:

9 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Sarah H
Phyllis Melton

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Member Cost:

$35.60/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:

16 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Join us for an exciting day on the Ocoee River with the Ocoee Adventure Center!

Middle Ocoee Rafting trips are the most popular whitewater adventure in the nation. Our rafting trip on the middle section of the Ocoee River has it all. Five miles of continuous class III and IV rapids, large waves and endless fun. The river flows through a deep gorge in the beautiful Cherokee National Forest in southeast Tennessee. Here you'll encounter exciting class III and IV white water rapids with spectacular mountain scenery. No experience is necessary for this world class adventure as each raft is accompanied by a trained and experienced fun guide.

Be prepared to get wet!

***PLEASE NOTE*** Whitewater can be hazardous and physically demanding. There is a very strong possibility that you will end up in the water at some point. It is absolutely necessary that you be able to swim and are comfortable being in swift water.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask your trip leaders.

Required Items to Bring:
Swimsuit plus clothes that can get wet (NO COTTON!)
Water shoes that won't come off (No flip flops or crocs)

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Water/snacks
Sunscreen
Towel
Dry clothes to change into
Croakie (for sunglasses)

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take I-75 North out of Atlanta.

About 20 miles north of Atlanta, take the exit for I-575. Stay on this highway - it will change to Hwy 515 or 5, but it is the same highway. You will pass by small towns - Jasper, Ellijay, Cherry Log and Blue Ridge. Turn left at the traffic light in Blue Ridge at the McDonald's Restaurant. You will see a sign "Welcome Center next intersection".

You will be on Hwy 5 to McCaysville, GA. Stay on this road about 10 miles and you will pass through McCaysville. As you cross the river bridge (this is the Ocoee!), you will cross into Tennessee and the town of Copperhill. The road ends at a stop sign, and you turn left. You are now on Hwy 68 in Tennessee.

You will go about 5 miles on Hwy 68, past a big historic copper-smelting factory, and the road will open to 4 lanes. Look for the sign to the Ocoee River on the right - this will put you on Hwy 64. After taking the exit ramp for Hwy 64, turn left on 64 west. You will see a Piggly Wiggly grocery, and a couple of motels. This is Ducktown! Continue on Hwy 64 about 2 1/2 miles and our Outpost will be on the right in the log cabin.

Note: You can also reach our outpost from Atlanta via Hwy 411. This is an excellent road to the Ocoee area, BUT it will take you to the west side of the Ocoee gorge, and you will then have to drive through the gorge. We recommend that you use I-575 via Blue Ridge and Ducktown for the fastest route.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

174Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

9:30 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $69.60 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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- Payment must be received by the payment due date and prior to participation in the event.

- 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:

$35.60/Person

Cost Includes:

River trip, Paddle, Helmet, PFD (life jacket), Shuttle to/from outpost

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the AOC on Mon, Jun 6 2011.

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: If you cancel on or before June 6th, your full payment is refundable less a $5 AOC administrative fee. No refund can be given for cancellations after June 6th 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.