backpacking and star gazing on siler bald

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backpacking and star gazing on siler bald

The Basics:

Event Type:

Backpacking

Event Location:

winding stair gap, franklin, NC

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Dec 17 2011 8:00 am >> Sun, Dec 18 2011 5:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 8:20 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Wed, Dec 14 2011 7:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Dec 16 2011 11:00 pm

Event Duration:

1 Days 9 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Distance:

8 Miles

Pace:

Leisurely

Trip Leader(s):

Matthew Borland

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

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Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

It is going to be another great weekend to get out and enjoy the cool weather in the mountains and for star gazing.

There are many scenic vistas on the Appalachian Trail within a couple hours driving time of Atlanta, but perhaps none more so than Siler Bald. With a summit of 5,216 feet it offers a sweeping 360 degree view of the surrounding valleys. And while there is almost 1500 feet in elevation gain, most of it is fairly gradual over four miles. The total distance hiked over two days will be a little over eight miles.

Required Items to Bring:
tent or hammock
sleeping bag
sleeping pad
2 liters of and water filter
1 lunch, 1dinner, 1 breakfast and snaks
warm clothing and raingear

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How to Get There:

Event Directions:

North on I-85. Take I-985 near Mall of Georgia. Continue on I-985. After 26 miles this intersate will become US 23. Continue on US 23 through Clayton GA and into North Carolina. At Franklin NC take exit to US 64 West. Continue eight miles until Winding Stairs Gap parking lot.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

235Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

8:20 am

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Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $94.00 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.

Notes:

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