Halloween at the Hike Inn! - Sun, Oct 30 2011

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Halloween at the Hike Inn!

The Basics:

Event Type:

Overnight

Event Location:

LenFoote Hike Inn near Dawsonville, GA

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Oct 30 2011 9:00 am >> Mon, Oct 31 2011 5:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 9:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Wed, Aug 31 2011 9:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Oct 14 2011 9:00 pm

Event Duration:

Overnight

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Distance:

5 Miles

Pace:

Leisurely

Trip Leader(s):

Jason Hicks

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Member Cost:

$97.25/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:

4 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

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Itinerary:

***THIS IS A SUNDAY/MONDAY TRIP***** The reason for this is that the Hike Inn is so popular that any attempt at getting a weekend night during the winter is very hard if not impossible. Winter in my opinion is the best time to the Hike Inn. This trip should be near the peak of fall foliage in the N GA mtns. I kicked this around with other trip leaders and I think there are enough people who are interested in taking a day off work to go to this unique place. I will let Michelle describe in her little description what the hike inn is if you are not familiar with it. (I copied and pasted from her trip!) So Michelle take it away . . - If you enjoy wilderness hiking but prefer a soft bed, hot showers, and great food instead of camping, the Hike Inn is for you. The Inn is accessible only by foot over a moderate 5 mile trail which originates at the top of the falls. We will check in at the Park Visitors Center to get vital information and directions for our walk to the Hike Inn. You must check in at the Visitors Center before 2:00 PM or you will not be permitted to hike. The hike takes from 2 to 4 hours, so we will start early enough to arrive well before the facilities tour and dinner (5:00 PM & 6:00 PM). You only need to bring your personal items, including layered clothing, hiking boots, extra socks, rain gear, toiletries, water and snacks (for the trail), sunscreen, insect repellent, and flashlight. Please, no pets, cell phones, beepers, or radios. After arrival at the Hike Inn, you can settle in and begin exploring. Cold and hot drinks are available in the dining room. In the cooler months, enjoy wood-burning stoves in the common areas. Dinner and breakfast are served family style. Educational and entertaining programs are conducted in the Sunrise Room after dinner most evenings. Programs consist of everything from worm composting to storytelling. Books and games are also available. The Sunrise Room (as you would expect from the name!) is an excellent place to observe the sunset in the evening and the sunrise in the morning. Check out the lodge at www.hike-inn.com and you can see what the bunk rooms look like, along with the fun things to do at the Inn. Please note there is another way up that is tougher via the AT approach trail and over to the inn and that is an option as well.

Required Items to Bring:

Daypack, overnight bag with clothes and small trash bag since you have to pack out any trash you create.
Also keep in mind the weather when hiking.
This is an inn so no need to bring towels, soap etc.. since they provide same.

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Amicalola Falls State Park Visitors Center

From 400 North, proceed toward Dawsonville past the North Georgia Premium Outlets.
Turn left (west) on Highway 53 at the intersection with 400.
Continue on Highway 53 through Dawsonville.
Turn right on Highway 183 where it intersects 53.
Turn right on Highway 52 where it intersects with 183.
Amicalola Falls will be about 3 miles on the left on Highway 52

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

125Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 am

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Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $50.00 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.

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$97.25/Person

Cost Includes:

Bunk bed and 2 meals

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Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the AOC on Fri, Oct 14 2011.

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: If you cancel on or before October 14, receive a full refund less $5 administrative fee. No refund after October 14 unless someone from the waitlist replaces you, and pays in full and then you are eligible for refund less $5 administrative fee.