Providence Canyon Backpacking Trip (+ Astronomy Night)

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Providence Canyon Backpacking Trip (+ Astronomy Night)

The Basics:

Event Type:

Backpacking

Event Location:

Lumpkin, GA

Backpacking: Providence Canyon Backpacking Trip (+ Astronomy Night)

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Mar 17 2012 11:00 am >> Sun, Mar 18 2012 2:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Thu, Feb 2 2012 8:30 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Mar 15 2012 5:00 pm

Event Duration:

1 Days 3 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Distance:

12 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Scott
Laura

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Member Cost:

$9.00/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:

6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

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Itinerary:

Providence Canyon State Park was established in 1971 to preserve the unique scenic beauty of "Georgia's Little Grand Canyon." Due to poor farming practices by early settlers, the soft soil began washing away in the early 1800s when trees were cleared to plant crops. By 1850, ditches three- to five-feet-deep had been cut into the land. Today some of them are as deep as 150 feet and have interesting colors of pink, orange, red, and purple.

We will hike about 3 miles along the Backcountry Trail Loop to our campsite over relatively flat terrain at a moderate pace. After setting up camp, we will continue hiking the Backcountry Trail along the edges of the canyon which will allow some great photo opportunities. We will then have the option to explore the bottom of the canyon on Saturday, if time permits, or wait until Sunday on the hike out of camp.

In the evening, you have the option of joining the Coca-Cola Space Science Center and Columbus State University for their Astronomy Night event from 7-9pm on Saturday night at the park. Providence Canyon is an ideal location to view night skies because there is virtually no light pollution. Through the use of telescopes, they will reveal the night skies and share mythological stories about the constellations. After the event, we will have a night hike back to our campsite.

The total hiking distance over two days will be approximately 12 miles, depending on exploratory hiking. This is a great backpacking trip for beginners. The total distance with backpacks will only be about 5-6 miles.

There will possibly be no water source near the campsite, so be sure to bring plenty of water!

Trail Map - http://www.gastateparks.org/content/Georgia/parks/trail_maps/ProvidenceCanyon_map.pdf

Required Items to Bring:

Hiking Boots
Backpack
Tent
Sleeping Bag
Sleep Pad
Food (1 Lunch, 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast, and Snacks)
Cookware and Utensils
Water
Flashlight
Extra Clothes

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Camera
Hiking Poles
Sunscreen
Bug Spray
Hiking Poles
Stove
Matches/Lighter
Change of Clothes and Towel for Drive Home

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Providence Canyon State Park
8930 Canyon Road
Lumpkin, GA 31815

- Go South on Georgia 400 to I-85 and continue through downtown Atlanta and remain on I-85
- After passing I-285, drive approximately 52 miles to I-185 South
- Drive through Columbus and just before reaching the entrance of Fort Benning (Exit 1) on to 27/280, go south on 27/280 for about 12 miles
- Remain on 27 as 27 & 280 separate, and drive approximately 19 miles
- Just before the city of Lumpkin, turn right onto 39C and drive about 7 miles to Providence Canyon State Park

Providence Canyon Map

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

340Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $136.00 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:

* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Member Cost:

$9.00/Person

Cost Includes:

$9.00/person backcountry camping permit. Please bring exact change with you to the park.

There is also a $5.00 parking fee per car, if you do not already have a Georgia State Park parking pass.

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