Hike the Broad River Trail in Northeast Georgia - Sat, Jun 1 2013

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Hike the Broad River Trail in Northeast Georgia


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Toccoa, GA   Hike: Hike the Broad River Trail in Northeast Georgia  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jun 1 2013  9:00 am >> Sat, Jun 1 2013 4:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 9:15 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Tue, May 28 2013 7:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, May 31 2013 8:00 pm
Event Duration:About 7 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:8 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Bill S
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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: 3 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Join us for a moderate hike along the Broad River Trail in the Lake Russell Wildlife Management area.  Originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps 
in 1939, the Broad River Trail was reopened by 
the Youth Conservation Corps in 1980.

The first mile of the path parallels Dicks Creek; 
quick, clear, and cascading like a mountain 
stream before the path meanders through the coves and valleys along the Middle Fork of the Broad River. 
After the trail turns to follow the Broad River it begins to wind in and out of nearby hills. At times the trail narrows and is high on steep drops. In many places the river can only be heard, but at times the path approaches and runs alongside the waterway.

There is about 300-400 feet of elevation loss/gain and the scenery changes with a few surprises along the way.  We will have lunch at the four mile mark and then hike back to our cars.  While this is not a difficult hike, it is not for beginners due to some of the terrain.

The last five miles of the road to the trailhead is a well maintained gravel forest service road.  It is fine for most cars.  Because of limited parking at the trailhead; all are encouraged to carpool.


Required Items to Bring:

1 or 2 liters of water                                                                          raingear                                                                                               lunch

Recommended Items to Bring:
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trekking poles                                                                                   camera


How to Get There:
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):120Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 9:15 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $48.00 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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