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Memorial Day Camping | |||||
The Basics: | |||||
Event Type: | Camping | ||||
Event Location: | Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park | ||||
Date(s) & Time: | Fri, May 24 2002 9:00 am >> N/A | ||||
Registration Opens: | Mon, Jan 1 2007 12:00 am | ||||
Registration Cut Off: | Fri, May 17 2002 11:59 pm | ||||
Event Duration: | per itinerary | ||||
Difficulty Rating: | D1: Easy | ||||
Trip Leader(s): | Email Trip Leader(s) You must be logged in to get the Trip Leader contact information. | ||||
Member Cost: | None | ||||
Participant Info: | |||||
Who's Invited: | Members Only, 21 And Older Only | ||||
Maximum Group Size: | 32 | ||||
Minimum Group Size: | 10 | ||||
Number Registered So Far: | 16 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area) | ||||
Are Dogs Permitted: | No | ||||
Itinerary: | |||||
from easy as pie beach bathing, to kayaking, your option! Come and join us for a laid back weekend at Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Recreation Area in Niceville, FL. Located on the Choctawhatchee Bay, the camping and picnic areas (okay, not ALL the camping areas ) overlook the bay. This is definitely a weekend to play and relax on the beach. Inside the park, there is fishing, hiking trails, and access to Puddin Lake and the bay for swimming. If you have a boat.there is a boat ramp available in the park. (Puddin Lake is only for non-motorized craft.) Breakfast will be available Saturday, Sunday, and Monday am. Lunches provided Saturday, Sunday. We are grilling hamburgers Friday night upon arrival. We will have a .Memorial Day Feast. on Sunday. (Saturday night we will check out a local eatery after a full day of sun and fun!) Fishing: Saltwater fish may be caught in Rocky Bayou. Freshwater fishing is available where Rocky Creek flows into the bay. (Salt and freshwater fishing licenses are required in Florida. Go to http://floridafisheries.com/license.html for more info and to buy a license on-line.) Hiking: Three trail loops are designated within the park. A self-guided booklet for the Sand Pine Trail interprets the natural values of the sandpine forest. The Rocky Bayou and Red Cedar nature trails meander through other prominent plant communities. Ranger-guided walks and campfire programs are offered seasonally.. Kayaking: Kayaks are available for rental in several nearby locations ranging in price from $20 a day to $40. (The $40 includes delivery and pick up). Beaches: If you desire more ocean, than bay, Henderson Beach is roughly 5 miles away. ($2 entry fee) We are also only about 15 minutes away from Destin. for more beach play areas! | |||||
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How to Get There: | |||||
Event Directions: | Niceville, FL TBA Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park - 4281 State Road 20, Niceville 32578 (850) 833-9144 Atlanta: - go south to Interstate 10. Go west on highway 20 approximately 25 miles until you see signs for park on right. From the west: Take Interstate 10 east to highway 85 south until you reach highway 20. Go east on highway 20. Park will be approximately 5 miles on the left. From the east: Take Interstate 10 west to highway 331 south until you reach highway 20. Go west on highway 20 approximately 25 miles until you see signs for park on right. | ||||
Notes: | |||||
Are Dogs Permitted? Yes, with restrictions. Rocky Bayou Pet Camping Rules
Event cancellation will be posted, and full refund given in the case of violent weather (only). Other Notes: Please advise of any special food requirements, via email, when booking. We will provide for your needs ONLY IF we are given advance notice. Please email the event coordinator directly. * We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events. | |||||
Cost Includes: | $45 per person, paid by May 22nd. No refunds after May 14th. | ||||
Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy. |