1st Annual AOC Trail Magic Camping Trip on the AT

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1st Annual AOC Trail Magic Camping Trip on the AT

The Basics:

Event Type:

Volunteer

Event Location:

Gooch Gap

Volunteer: 1st Annual AOC Trail Magic Camping Trip on the AT

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Mar 28 2014 5:00 pm >> Sat, Mar 29 2014 6:00 pm

Registration Opens:

Fri, Mar 7 2014 12:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Mar 27 2014 9:00 pm

Event Duration:

2 days (Overnight primitive camping)

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Paula Schubert
Jason Hicks
Chris H

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

What is Trail Magic, you ask...

Well basically it is an act of unexpected kindness. :-) Late March and early April is when the AT thru hikers start their journey. In our case, we'll be catching the NOBO's (northbounders heading to Maine) as they pass through Gooch Gap.

Our plan is simple... The TL's on this event are heading to Gooch Gap on Friday afternoon to start setting up camp, canopies, coolers, grills, and whatever else we think we need to suprise the AT hikers with goodies as they come through the gap on Saturday. We'll be handing out food, fruits, snacks, drinks, and also doing things such as collecting their garbage, giving them rides if need be, and of course chatting with them if they wish to share their story. You are guaranteed to meet all sorts of interesting folks.

This is an overnight primitive camp trip. There is no running water, no pit toilets, and no showers. You'll need to bring your own camping gear and food.

Please Note:

-That this is a Volunteer Event and we'll need your help to make it happen. We are doing this for fun, but if you register, it means you are willing to "work" as a team to help with our first ever AOC trail Magic day!

-That we are NOT running a carpool, but will be sending out written directions and GPS coordinates. You are encouraged to print the directions out before you go because a GPS is not always reliable in the mountains and on FS roads. This also means that your cell phone will more than likely not have signal either.

Required Items to Bring:

Think car camping... tent, sleeping bag, food, water, headlamp, camp chair

(If you need a larger list, just ask your TL's)

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

A good attitude and willingness to help make an AT thru hiker's day just a little happier. You'll have them at one bite size snicker bar, guaranteed. :)

How to Get There:

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GPS Coordinates:
34.676523,-84.000503

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Notes:

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

This event will occur rain or shine. The AT thru hikers hike rain or shine so we'll be out there to support them. If severe weather is in the forecast, this event will be canceled/rescheduled.