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Overnight Backpacking on the Pine Mountain Trail


The Basics:
Event Type:Backpacking
Event Location: FDR State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jan 26 2008  11:00 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Thu, Jan 10 2008 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Jan 24 2008 11:59 pm
Event Duration:2 days, overnight
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Vanessa Carter
Denise Millon
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Member Cost:$5.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:10
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 8 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:
Ok gang, it's time for some backpacking South of Atlanta!! Pine Mountain is in F.D.Roosevelt State Park and is located in the west central part of the state, about 25 miles North of Columbus. Pine Mountain is a long narrow ridge made up of quartzite rock formations that is the southernmost mountain in Georgia. The forest is composed of shortleaf pine, hickory, blackjack oak, chestnut oak and black oak on the ridgetop. The views seem to be much more panoramic because everything that surrounds Pine Mountain is flat. The highest point we will pass which is Dowdell Knob at about 1,420. It's not huge in elevation change, but we will be keeping a 2 1/2 to 3 mph pace so you must be able to keep up. In addition, there are at least 9 water crossings and steep ridge drops. We will begin at the WJSP Tower Parking Lot and start our trip on the Wolfden Loop, a 6.7 mile stretch of trail. We will pass Slippery Rock Falls and Cascade Falls and pass Sassafras Hill Campsite and Sparks Creek Campsite on our way to our camp which will be at Brown Dog Bluff Campsite. The hike in is about 7.1 miles which should take approximately 4 hours and we'll pitch our tents for the evening.

PLEASE NOTE: FDR IS NOT ALLOWING CAMPFIRES!!There are several water sources during the hike in, and only 1 for the hike out.

The hike out will keep moving forward on the Pine Mountain trail and will continue on the Dowdell Knob and onto Boottop trail, then onto the Mountain Creek trail and finally through Beaver Ponds and back to the car. The hike out is approximately 8 miles and we'll plan to keep the same pace as day one.

Come join us for some cold weather backpacking!! Whoohoo!


Required Items to Bring:
  • Backpack for overnight trip
  • Tent
  • Sleeping bag--20 degree is recommended
  • Thermarest
  • stove
  • water filter
  • lighter or matches
  • food for snacks and dinner Sat night (freeze dried or something similar)
  • Water, either in camel back or nalgene
  • Cold weather gear--fleece, long underwear, gloves, hat, extra socks, pants, coat, etc
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    How to Get There:
    Event Directions:Driving directions will be provided if necessary 2970 Georgia Highway 190 Pine Mountain, GA 31822 (706) 663-4858
    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):100Mile(s)
    Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 am
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $40.00 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:
    Dog owners: I am bringing my dog who is an awesome trail dog. If you bring yours please make sure that they are well behaved and have the stamina for a 15 mile hike. And you are responsible for their food, water and well being. Thanks!
    * We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

    Cost & Payment:
    Member Cost:$5.00/Person
    Non-Member Cost:$5.00/Person
    Cost Includes:FDR State Park charges a small fee for backcountry camping, as well as a $3.00 per car per day parking fee for those vehicles that do not have a State Parks Pass. When split, this should come to about $5.00-6.00 per person, to be paid in cash at the event. There will be sharing gas money and maybe lunch at Subway on our way back on Sunday. Other than that, you're on your own with food and gear
    Make a Payment:Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the AOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

    Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
    *Note: Please let us know as soon as you can if you are unable to attend