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Chattanooga Urban Hike and Hiwassee Island Eco Cruise




The Basics:
Event Type:Multi-Sport
Event Location: Sale Creek Marina, Soddy Daisy, TN   Multi-Sport: Chattanooga Urban Hike and Hiwassee Island Eco Cruise  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Feb 4 2012  8:00 am >> Sat, Feb 4 2012 10:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 10:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Thu, Jan 12 2012 8:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jan 20 2012 2:00 pm
Event Duration:14 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate (Exploratory)
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Lisa Maldonado
Jaime
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Member Cost:$35.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:25
Minimum Group Size:15
Number Registered So Far: 26 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Note: This is an "EXPLORATORY" trip. This means that there are parts of this trip, or perhaps the whole trip, that is new to your Trip Leader(s). However, they are confident that this will not be an issue.
This note is here so that you can make an informed decision. When a Trip Leader isn't personally familiar with a trip, there is an increased chance of things not going as planned and you need to be prepared. The Trip Leader may have additional details in the itinerary.

Itinerary:

*We will cancel the urban hike due to rain. The new carpool time will be 10:00 AM Sharp same place. We will travel to Chattanooga and stop in The Terminal Brewhouse for a quick appetizer and beer and bathroom break. We will arrive at Terminal House (6 E 14th St. Chattanooga, TN, Phone # 423.752.8090) around 11:45 for those not carpooling and want to join. You may also drive directly to the boat dock and meet us no later than 1:30 PM. 

Join us for a Chattanooga Urban hike. We will hike sections of the Riverwalk and Bluff View Art District.  Will give more details later including where to park
Blue Moon cruises will take us on a cruise up the Tennessee River. We will head to the Hiawassee Island area to view Bald Eagles, Whooping Cranes, Sand Cranes. The Cruise begins at 2:00 PM sharp. Arrive at the marina no later than 1:30
"Hiwassee Island, located in the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge at the confluence of the Hiwassee and Tennessee Rivers, is the premier wintering observation site in the southeast for the magnificent Sandhill Crane. Along with the 10,000 plus Sandhill Cranes we usually have a few Whooping Cranes in the area. 
The Blue Moon's Eco-Cruise is an exceptional way to view not only the cranes but Bald Eagles as well. The refuge is the wintering home of more than 20 adult and juvenile Bald Eagles. It has the earliest known nesting Bald Eagles in the state. The cruise is not just about the cranes and eagles.  The Refuge has over 100 species of resident and migrating birds along with rich Native American and early history of the area."

http://www.bluemooncruises.org/about_refuge.htm
This will be a 3 1/2 hour cruise including dinner. The food was really great on the sunset event in the spring.
There is an enclosed area on the boat if you get cold. Please pack warm clothing if the weather is cool.
Bring your Camera and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Required Items to Bring:
Warm clothing 
Water
Snacks
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Camera


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Sale Creek Marina: 3900 Lee Pike TN, 37379
Directions to Sale Creek Marina

From the South - Chattanooga, TN

  • Take US 27 North (Corridor J) from Chattanooga through Soddy Daisy, TN (approx. 23 miles)
  • Continue north 5.5 miles past the Hwy 111 turnoff to Bakewell.
  • Turn right at Amoco/BP station (at traffic light) onto McCallie Ferry Road.
  • Continue on McCallie Ferry approximately 2 miles and take the left fork onto May Road.
  • Go 0.7 mile to stop sign at Mayflower Road. Continue straight on May Road for 1.3 miles. Take 2nd right after crossroad onto Lee Pike.
  • Go 1.4 miles and take a left at the stone entrance into Regatta Point subdivision. Turn left into marina driveway. Parking is on the left.
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):240Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 10:00 am
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $96.00 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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Cost & Payment:
Member Cost:$35.00/Person
Cost Includes:Wildlife Cruise, River Guide and a full meal. Usually all you can eat BBQ Chicken and Pork, Salad, Rolls, baked beans, soft drink and more.
Also includes beautiful scenery and wildlife viewing.
Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the AOC on Fri, Jan 20 2012.
Make a Payment:Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: Cancellations before January 20th get a full refund minus the $5 AOC administrative fee.
Cancellations After January 20th will only be refunded if a member takes your place. Full payment is due to the Blue Moon company for this event on April 20th. You must have checks or paypal payments in by the 20th with no exceptions. The best way to pay is Go to The My Upcoming Events link under events. There will be al list of all your upcoming events. Click on the "Pay Now" button. Your payment will automatically be recorded.