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Intown Hiking


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Sweetwater Creek State Conservation Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Feb 11 2006  9:00 am >> N/A
Registration Opens: Mon, Jan 1 2007 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Feb 10 2006 11:59 pm
Event Duration:per itinerary
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Don Hayes
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:14
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 15 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Easy to Moderate

Its time for another hiking trip. What a great opportunity to get a jump on those Valentines Day Calories. Ill be leading a hike to a little jewel of a place that is very close by and will allow us all to meet for an afternoon outing.

Sweetwater Creek State Park is a gorgeous wilderness just minutes west of Atlanta. A peaceful trail follows a stream to the ruins of a textile mill burned during the Civil War and beyond, rocky bluffs for beautiful views. Depending on the weather and the group this hike will be from 5-7miles and will be done at a fairly brisk pace. Post event dining is optional.

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Dress for the weather and standard AOC hiking recommendations.

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Lithia Springs, GA 30122, 770.732.5871 1pm at State Park Office and Visitor Center I-20 West from Atlanta, Exit #44 at Thornton Road, turn left and go ¼ mile, turn right on Blairs Bridge Road, go 2 miles and turn left on Mount Vernon Road, park is ahead on left.

Notes:

Are Dogs Permitted? No

Will This Event Occur Rain or Shine? Yes...will cancel only in extreme conditions.

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Cost Includes:$3 per car parking fee. Money for an early Dinner if desired

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