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Lake Lanier Islands - Hike the Blue Ridge Extreme Trail




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Lake Lanier Islands, Buford GA   Hike: Lake Lanier Islands - Hike the Blue Ridge Extreme Trail  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Jun 10 2012  8:30 am >> Sun, Jun 10 2012 12:15 pm  (Carpool Departure: 8:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Sun, Jun 3 2012 8:15 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jun 8 2012 12:00 pm
Event Duration:3 Hours 45 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:6.3 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:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 7 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Our Lake Lanier Islands hike was a huge hit last time, so let's do it again. We'll hike the Blue Ridge Extreme Trail which is right at 6.3 miles. This is a brand new trail and it's pretty easy to follow. There is one spot around the campgrounds where it gets a little bit tricky but we won't get lost. This is why I ask you to bring your "sense of adventure" when coming out here. I'm still learning the trails and there is a slight possibility that we may have to hike a little bit longer than the advertised 6.3 miles. The trail is gorgeous and runs right along the shoreline of the lake for the majority of the hike. Please be a solid D3 hiker. This is not a hike for beginners.

 

We will hike the Blue Ridge Extreme Trail. Description from the website:

Blue Ridge Extreme

Hike along the edge of Blue Ridge Island on a trail forged by deer migrations and natural wildlife. This six mile pathway of rugged terrain winds in and out of secluded coves and peninsulas of the Resort's largest island.

Trail map:

http://www.lakelanierislands.com/cms/pressroom/llir_trailmaps.pdf

There is a $10 per car fee to enter the Islands. We will meet at Publix close by (see below) and take a few vehicles on to the Island. Please bring $4 per person to put towards the entry fee.  The drivers do not pay anything towards the entry costs, only the passengers - this is in lieu of them driving the 10 or so miles round trip from Publix to the Island and collecting carpool money. I'll use the pooled funds to get the parking passes to get us on the Island. Anything left over I will donate to AOC.

**There is no meet at event option**

Carpool leaves at 8:30AM sharp. Please arrive a few minutes early to check in.

 

Timing (this is from the last trip and it's pretty spot on):

Carpool leaves 8:30

In park, paid and starting hike 9:00

Hike should take about 2 hours and 45 mins (give or take)

Back to car at Publix 12:00/12:15


Required Items to Bring:

water, gatorade or whatever you like to keep you hydrated
snacks to fuel yourself
hiking poles if you dig 'em
clothing appropriate for the weather
a sense of adventure!

Recommended Items to Bring:
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sunscreen

bug spray

epi pen or inhaler


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):0Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 8:30 am
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