Kennesaw Mountain Burnt Hickory and Pigeon Hill (Beginners Welcome)

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Kennesaw Mountain Burnt Hickory and Pigeon Hill (Beginners Welcome)

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park

Hike: Kennesaw Mountain Burnt Hickory and Pigeon Hill (Beginners Welcome)

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Nov 4 2011 2:00 pm >> Fri, Nov 4 2011 3:45 pm

Registration Opens:

Tue, Nov 1 2011 10:10 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Nov 3 2011 8:00 pm

Event Duration:

1 Hours 45 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Distance:

4 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Lauren

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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:

3 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

We'll meet at the parking area off of Burnt Hickory. There is limited parking so I've chosen a time where hopefully the parking demand is low but give yourself time in case you have to wait a few minutes for someone to leave. I'm also keeping the group on the small side because of the limited parking.

Beginners are welcome on this hike. We'll hike at a moderate pace but there is no steep or challenging terrain.

We will leave from the parking area, take the west loop towards the water and we will have a nice stroll along the water then head back towards Burnt Hickory Rd on the fire trail. We'll veer off and take the East Trail across Burnt Hickory Road and then one of the connector trails to Pigeon Hill (West Trail) and complete the circle back at our cars. Mileage should be right around 4 miles.

We'll allow up to three dogs on this hike. I would like to continue to allow dogs on my hikes so please cooperate with the posted rules. AOC is very visible and it is important we portray a good image. Off leash dogs have been known to chase animals, injure animals and stir up bees resulting in other members being stung. Also, please keep in mind that not everyone enjoys a wet, dirty, and often smelly dog shaking in front of them and running between them. A leashed dog allows the owner to better control it and makes the hike more comfortable for all involved.

Please carefully read the excerpt from nps.gov regarding dogs at KM:

Dogs are welcome on the battlefield grounds but they must be on a leash no more than 6 feet in length and under the owners physical restraint at all times. Please be mindful of where dogs stop, curb your dog to help keep Kennesaw Mountain clean for ALL visitors. Please pick up anything they leave behind with mutt mits that are free and in dispensers in all parking areas.

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Enough water or Gatorade
Good hiking shoes - will get muddy if it has recently rained
Snack
Rain gear (just in case)

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

I recommend using your own starting address for directions.

I-75 North to Exit 269, Barrett Parkway; turn left off the exit onto Barrett Parkway; travel approx 4 miles and turn left onto Burnt Hickory Road. Parking is on the right side of the road.

Lat: 33.96335
Lon: -84.59406

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33.96335, -84.59406

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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: If the rain chances are high for the time of the hike, I'll send out a cancellation email.