Glamping, Take 2! Let’s return to Sugarboo!

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Glamping, Take 2! Let’s return to Sugarboo!

The Basics:

Event Type:

Multi-Sport

Event Location:

Blairsville, GA

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Nov 2 2012 3:00 pm >> Sun, Nov 4 2012 11:00 am (Carpool Departure: 3:00 pm *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Sun, Sep 16 2012 6:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Oct 17 2012 11:00 am

Event Duration:

1 Days 21 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Pace:

Leisurely

Trip Leader(s):

Pam
Shane Sutton
Christopher Bolton

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Member Cost:

$110.00/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:

31 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

We had such an amazing time on our first visit, we HAD to do it again! Hopefully this time, we'll have the added bonus of some Fall color!

New to the outdoors, but loving it and want a little more? Thinking about camping, but nervous about bears, bugs and bad weather (oh my!)?

Fear no more! Come on out to Sugarboo, and give glamping a try! What is “glamping?” Think of it as “luxury camping.” You’ll have all the wonders of the outdoors surrounding you day and night, but rather than dragging a bunch of gear out into the woods, you’ll retire to your private cabin at night, bringing with you just a few essentials.

Sugarboo is a 22 acre organic farm and event facility located in the north Georgia mountains. This gorgeous property is nestled in a valley adjacent to the Chattahoochee National Forest and offers a variety of mixed use trails (hike & bike) open for exploring. Nearby is Brasstown Bald for those who want a tougher hike with an amazing view before relaxing in the lodge at night. You might also want to visit the local farmer's market to pick up some fresh produce or artisan foods. We'll be sampling some of them with our brunches.

The farm offers “farm stuff” like beautiful, organic gardens and friendly farm critters. Be sure to say “hi” to Shug, the potbellied pig and Trey, the sweetest horse ever. You’re welcome to spend the day wandering the farm or adjacent trails on foot or on your mountain bike, or just chillaxing.

After getting a good workout in the mountains, enjoy one of the luxury shower facilities before jumping into the saltwater pool or hot tub. NOTE: NO GLASS BY THE POOL!!!

Your trip cost includes two gourmet brunches provided by Chef Nancy, a local treasure. (Seriously, this woman can cook!) You’re on your own for lunch and snacks, but you will have a fully equipped professional kitchen to help you prepare your own meals. At night, we’ll gather in the lodge to watch the sun go down and enjoy a group meal. Be sure to bring a dish to share each night for dinner. Alternatly, you can head into Blairsville or another nearby town for dinner... but you probably won't want to leave the farm once you get there. :)

The dining hall in the lodge offers incredible views at sunset. The patio opens out to a large veranda which has a firepit and over a dozen comfy Adirondack chairs, making it the ideal place for gathering with friends and relaxing with a frosty beverage at the end of the day.

But if big groups aren’t your thing, feel free to steal away on your own and enjoy a campfire by the cottages, instead, or bring your hammock and set it up next to the stream for a peaceful sleep under the trees.

Sleeping Arrangements: Sugarboo offers 15 small, private cabins, each with at least one queen size bed. Several cabins offer bunk beds that sleep at least 4 people. Beds are first come, first served (based on occupancy; a room that CAN sleep 4 will NOT go to a single person or couple.) All have electrical outlets, fans and full screens on the adjustable shuttered windows that encompass the cabin. Each group of cabins offers a bathouse with toilets and a sanitizing station, but the lodge is “Where it’s at” for the best shower ever! If you prefer, you may bring your tent or hammock, but the rates will be the same.

*Sunday morning, you will need to tidy up your cabin, and leave the sheets on the bed.

Musicians welcome! There’s nothing quite like live music by the campfire at night while surrounded by the mountains, so be sure to bring your instruments! (We're talking to YOU, Billy G!)

Required Items to Bring:

*Personal items (toothbrush, medications, etc.)

*Snacks/lunch & dish to share for dinners

*Reusable NON-GLASS cup for drinks by the pool

*Your beverages of choice

*Hiking/biking gear & hydration if you plan on participating

*Towel

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

*Sunscreen

*Bugspray

*Camp Chair

*Extra pillow & blanket, your cabin may get chilly at night

*Camera

*Cooler

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Will be emailed prior to event

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

200Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

3:00 pm

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $80.00 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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- No partial payments. All registrants must pay the posted Member Cost regardless of any agreement you may have with any party involved in the event.

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$110.00/Person

Cost Includes:

2 Nights lodging, 2 breakfast/brunch, access to all farm ameneties.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the AOC on Wed, Oct 17 2012.

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note:

If you cancel on or before 10.12.12, you will be given a refund less the $5 administrative fee.

No refunds will be given after the payment deadline unless replaced by a full paying member. Refund will also be subject to the $5 processing fee for PayPal transactions. No partial payments or refunds will be given for partial attendance.