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Fall Backpacking through the Ellicott Rock backcountry


The Basics:
Event Type:Backpacking
Event Location: Ellicot Rock
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Nov 16 2002  9:00 am >> N/A
Registration Opens: Mon, Jan 1 2007 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Nov 13 2002 11:59 pm
Event Duration:per itinerary
Difficulty Rating:D5: Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Robert Morris
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:8
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Moderate to Difficult

Friday night we will have a mandatory packing/orientation session. Please plan on using this time for distributing community gear and for any assistance you need with packing. We will be backpacking a loop that is about 12 miles long through the Ellicott Rock backcountry. We will be camping near Ellicott Rock after hiking through 2 states past waterfalls and cascades.

Required Items to Bring:
Backpack, hiking boots, sleeping bag/pad, warm clothing, rain gear, water and water bottle. Bring plate or bowl to eat on and utensils for eating with. Cup/Mug. Flashlight. Please provide your own breakfast, lunches and trail food. Community gear will be provided. Tents will be shared. Please indicate if you have a backpacking tent available.
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
camera, spare socks, sunscreen, bug repellent, pocket knife

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Ellicott Rock Meet at Carpool site, parking is limited at the trailhead. TBA

Notes:

Dogs are not permitted Will this event occur rain or shine? Yes Contact info for organizer for day of event: will be emailed prior to the event.
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Cost Includes:$10 ( includes dinner)

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