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Camp, work party and mtn bike ride


The Basics:
Event Type:Multi-Sport
Event Location: Cohutta Wilderness
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Mar 9 2012  7:00 pm >> Sun, Mar 11 2012 1:30 pm
Registration Opens: Sun, Feb 19 2012 7:33 am
Registration Cut Off: Tue, Mar 6 2012 8:33 pm
Event Duration:1 Days 17 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:15 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Patrick Barry
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:15
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 10 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Whether you have hiked, backpacked or mountain biked the Pinhoti or Bear Creek Trails you vividly remember the experience. From the large Gennett Poplar, plentiful stream crossings and panoramic views you likely find yourself coming back for more.

The USFS has a mega-workparty planned for March 10-11. As a crew leader and chainsaw certified sawyer I'll be returning the favor to these trails. I plan to camp Fri and Sat. at Mulberry Gap. This small business owner caters to the mountain biking crowd and has offered discounts for camping and dinner. Many volunteers for this event will stay at Mulberry Gap. Although hikers and backpackers are welcome to attend, most volunteers will be riding this particular weekend.

The facilities have showers and toilets, a game area for ping pong and pool, a dining room, cabins and tent camping.  The price to camp is $10 per night, normally $15 and you don't ever miss a dinner here. Normal dinners are $15 but reduced to $12. RSVP on the AOC site (so I have safety contact information) AND with Mulberry Gap to reserve a camp site. A reservation also ensures a meal!

Payment is made directly to Mulberry Gap. For more information on the camping and meals: http://mulberrygap.com/
For those of you not in the camping mood but like cabins, see the link for pricing. The hot tubs are HOT, btw!


Saturday, March 10, 2012

8:30a - 9:00a Welcome & Sign-In: Mulberry Gap camp dining hall (coffee will be available)

9:00a - 1:00p Trail Work on Bear Creek, Pinhoti 1 & 2

1:00p - 2:00p Lunch at Mulberry Gap - Mule Barn

2:00p Free Prize Raffle for Volunteers

3:00p - 6:00p Riding on your own (maps will be available)
7:00p - 8:00p Dinner with a Bonfire at the Mulberry Gap ($12)


Sunday - I plan to break camp, eat lightly and ride as I have plans late afternoon in Atlanta.

-- If you wish to camp only one night or not camp at all, you are welcome to join us for the work party


Required Items to Bring:
Closed toe shoes, water, gloves and long pants for trail work.  A helmet, biking gear and bike for the ride.  Tent and camping essentials to camp.		Recommended Items to Bring:
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Notes:
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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.