Jekyll Island Thanksgiving Weekend Camping

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Jekyll Island Thanksgiving Weekend Camping

The Basics:

Event Type:

Camping

Event Location:

Jekyll Island Campground, GA

Date(s) & Time:

Thu, Nov 22 2012 8:00 am >> Sun, Nov 25 2012 5:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Sun, Nov 4 2012 10:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Nov 16 2012 5:00 pm

Event Duration:

3 Days 9 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D1: Easy

Pace:

Leisurely

Trip Leader(s):

Phil 'Foz' Parkerson

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Member Cost:

$28.00/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:

15 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Camping on Jekyll Island in late Fall has been one of my favorite activties since I was a little boy growing up in Brunswick. The days are normally sunny and warm, the evenings are cool and the bugs are few.

Alot of folks have a few days off for Thanksgiving and not much else happening so why not some awesome camping with friends? Some of you know the itineraries for my camping trips are very laid back and mostly unstructured. Its all about just having a good time.

The carpool will leave Atlanta at 8:00am on Thu. Its more or less a 5 hour drive down to Jekyll Island. We'll pay our $6 and then motor to the northend of the island. We'll check-in at the campground and setup camp.

Since it is Thanksgiving, I think a Thanksgiving dinner is in order. I will supply the turkey and everyone else will bring a Thanksgiving-type dish to share with the group. Dinner will be at 5:30pm. I'll send out more info on this as we get closer to the event.

Friday and Saturday are free days to do as you wish. No scheduled events. There is a ton to do...ride your bike around the island, hike, kayak, walk driftwood beach (around the street from campground), photography, drive over to St Simons, Brunswick or just hang out in camp under the moss filled oaks and read a book.

You are on your own for all meals (except Thu dinner). I will have a small stove, utensils, pots/pans for the group to use. If we want to organize some group meals, we can certainly look at doing that.

For football fans, a few of us we will watch the GA/GT game on Saturday at the Sandgrill. All are welcome to join us and cheer on the Dawgs!

Each night, we'll have a warm toasty fire and share a few beverages, tunes and good times.

Check-out time Sunday is Noon. Carpool folks should be back there by 5pm or so depending on holiday traffic of course.

Its always a great time on Jekyll. Hope you can join me!

Required Items to Bring:

Yourself

Good attitude (no buzz kills)

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

Tent

Sleeping bag/pad

Warm clothes

Personal toiletry items

Camp chair

Headlamp/flashlight

Bike, muscial instruments, hiking shoes, Camalback

Camera

Bug spray

**All meals/beverages/utensils/pots/cups, etc

Adult beverages (optional)

(2) bags of wood (IMPORTANT)

NOTE: Trip leader will have a small stove, utensils, pots/pans that will be available for the group to use.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Directions will be emailed to event attendees closer to the event date.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

646Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $258.40 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:

Number of dogs allowed on the event may be limited by the trip leader. This is a human event...not a dog event.

Dogs will have to remain on leash while in-camp. Owners are solely responsible for their dogs behavior. Poor behavior could result in being asked to leave the event.

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- Payment must be received by the payment due date and prior to participation in the event.

- Some paid events require a minimum number of registered participants. If that number is not met, the event will be canceled and refunds will be issued to those who have already paid.

- Third-party vendors often require damage deposits. Each registrant agrees to be liable for and required to reimburse the Atlanta Outdoor Club for any withheld deposits due to the actions of or damages caused by that registrant.

- 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.

- Read the event description carefully for additional information, and contact the trip leader(s) with any questions.

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$28.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Cost covers camping, AOC fees and Turkey (for Thu dinner).

Additional fees: $6 parking fee and food/beverages

Payment may be made via PayPal, PC Banking or Check. It is your responsibility to get the deposit payment and/or balance payment in to meet the due dates. Allow two days processing for PayPal and PC Banking and one week to mail a check.

No partial payment for partial attendance.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the AOC on Fri, Nov 16 2012.

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

If you cancel on or before Nov 16, full payment is refundable less a $5 administrative fee. No refund after Nov 16 unless someone replaces you and pays in full, then you will receive a full refund less a $5 adminstrative fee.

Event is rain or shine however the trip leader may cancel if extreme weather conditions are forecast.