Siler Bald Hike - Intermediate to Advance Hikers - Sat, Jun 28 2008

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Siler Bald Hike - Intermediate to Advance Hikers


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Winding Stair Gap - 8 mi West of Franklin NC on US 64
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jun 28 2008  9:45 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 7:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Tue, Jun 3 2008 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jun 27 2008 11:59 pm
Event Duration:duration of event
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Tom
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:18
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 15 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
***This is a hike for intermediate to advance hikers with above average hiking speed***

There are many scenic vistas on the Appalachian Trail within a couple hours driving time of Atlanta, but perhaps none more so than Siler Bald. With a summit of 5,216 feet it offers a sweeping 360 degree view of the surrounding valleys. And while there is almost 1500 feet in elevation gain, most of it is fairly gradual over four miles. The total distance hiked will be a little over eight miles.

Although the total driving distance is close to 240 miles round trip, all of it is over major highways. So driving time should be no more than 2-2 ½ hours each way. We will be pretty hungry after hiking an estimated 4-5 hours so we will try to stop on the way back to eat. Even with this stop we should be back 5-6 PM barring any unusual circumstances.

If you have any questions e-mail the Event Coordinator and save phone calls for the day of the event. Note: Hiking poles are highly recommended to help navigate rocky trails.


Required Items to Bring:
2 liters water
lunch and trail snacks
Hiking boots or trail running shoes with excellent grips
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Hiking poles

How to Get There:
Event Directions:North on I-85. Take I-985 near Mall of Georgia. Continue on I-985. After 26 miles this intersate will become US 23. Continue on US 23 through Clayton GA and into North Carolina. At Franklin NC take exit to US 64 West. Continue eight miles until Winding Stairs Gap parking lot.
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):235Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:30 am
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $94.00 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:
If you have any questions e-mail the Event Coordinator and save phone calls for the day of the event.
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.


Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: Late cancellations, particularly within 36 hours of the event make it difficult for those on the wait list to attend. Please be courteous to your fellow AOC members and cancel with as much notice as possible.