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Tree Climbing Event and Snake Presentation at Panola Mtn. State park




The Basics:
Event Type:Sport
Event Location: Panola Mountain State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jan 26 2008  8:30 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 8:35 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Fri, Jan 4 2008 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Tue, Jan 15 2008 11:59 pm
Event Duration:Will be at the park from 10am until approx 4:30 pm
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Paula Schubert
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Member Cost:$26.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:20
Minimum Group Size:10
Number Registered So Far: 18 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Ever climb a tree as a kid and now as an adult you want to climb bigger trees? What about your curiosity of snakes. Ever curious about some of those creatures we've all seen soaking up the sun on the trail. Well, then come join me for a unique day of adventure and it's right outside of Atlanta.

We'll start our day at Panola Mountain State Park with a live snake presentation given by the Southeast Reptile Rescue. This presentation will be approximately run from 10AM to Noon and will include snakes such as rattlesnakes and cottonmouths. Most of us have encountered snakes on the trail, so this would be a good opportunity to learn a little more about them.

Please make sure to bring your lunch. We'll break for lunch from Noon to 1pm. It's a State Park, so they have plenty of places for a picnic lunch.

At 1 pm, we'll gather and get ready for our instructor led tree climbing experience. This will be your chance to do an adventure that is a little out of the ordinary. It will be an introductory climb and participants will be instructed on how to use ropes and harnesses to climb trees. It's basically an "on rope" climb. The event is rated as a moderately strenuous activity by Panola mountain state park, so please make sure you are in good physical condition for climbing.

Please Note: Event Cost does not include the parking fee, which is $3.00. Make sure you bring cash for the fee. Since we are carpooling, we can split it per car. If you have a state park pass, then that is great as well and you won't have to pay a parking fee.


Required Items to Bring:
  • Comfortable and appropriate clothing for outdoor activities
  • Hiking boots/ hiking shoes/sneakers
  • Bottle of Water/sports drink or water bladder
  • Lunch
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
    Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Jacket , gloves, and hat for cold weather
  • Hip or Day pack
  • Snacks
  • Rain Gear/poncho

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:Panola Mountain State Park 2600 Ga. Hwy. 155, SW Stockbridge, GA 30281
    18 miles southeast of Atlanta on Ga. Hwy. 155 via 120 exit #68.

    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):70Mile(s)
    Carpool Departure Time: 8:35 am
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    Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $28.00 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:

    Full Payment due March 5th to reserve your place on this trip otherwise you will be removed from the list.

    It is your responsbility to get the payment in on time.
    Please allow two days for processing a PayPal transaction and one week for a check.

  • If you cancel before March 5th, then you'll receive a refund of the event cost less $5.00 handling fee
  • If you cancel after March 5th, then no refund will be given unless someone from the waitlist takes your spot and pays for the event. You will be refunded your paid money less a $5.00 handling fee.


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    • Cost & Payment:
    Member Cost:$26.00/Person
    Non-Member Cost:$28.00/Person
    Cost Includes:Cost includes Snake Presentation and Tree Climbing Instruction.

    Payment Cut Off:Payment must be received by the AOC on Tue, Jan 15 2008.
    Make a Payment:Click here for the details. PLEASE PAY AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP BELOW.

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