Overnight Backpacking on the Pine Mountain Trail Take 2

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Overnight Backpacking on the Pine Mountain Trail Take 2

The Basics:

Event Type:

Backpacking

Event Location:

FDR State Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Feb 9 2008 11:00 am >> N/A (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Mon, Jan 28 2008 12:00 am

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Feb 6 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:

$7.00/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:

10 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Ok gang, Denise and I loved last weekend so much we've decided to do the entire Pine Mountain Trail, in 3 trips...so this will be trip 2!!

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.

This time we will begin at Dowdell Knob Trailhead, pass Bethel Creek & Whiskey Still campsites and Mollyhugger Hill. We'll turn onto Sawtooth Trail and pass Grindstone Gap campsite, LilButt Knob and Fox Den Cove and on up to Big Knot Campsite where we will pitch our tents and stay for the night. In the morning we will continue past the Beech Bottom campsite and back past Mollyhugger Hill, Whiskey Still & Bethel Creek campsites and complete the loop at Dowdell Knob.

The hike in is about 8.2 miles and the hike out will be shorter at around 6.5. Total trip around 15 miles. According to the topo there will be steeper elevation changes than the first trip.

Because of the rain and snow we had, FDR removed the ban on fires, but just know that there is a possibility of having no fire. There are several water sources all along this trail and one right by our campsite.

Come join us for round 2 of Pine Mountain!! 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

Recommended Items to Bring:
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We can discuss additional items as necessary

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:

Carpool 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!

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$7.00/Person

Non-Member Cost:

$7.00/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 $6.00-7.00 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

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