Coosa Backcountry Loop - Sat, Aug 10 2019

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Coosa Backcountry Loop


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Vogel State Park   Hike: Coosa Backcountry Loop  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Aug 10 2019  7:00 am >> Sat, Aug 10 2019 5:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 7:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Wed, Jul 31 2019 8:05 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Aug 7 2019 10:01 am
Event Duration:10 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D5: Difficult
Distance:13 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Steve H
Mike Pawloski
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:8
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 10 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

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Join us for an early morning 13 mile counter clockwise hike on the beautiful Coosa Backcountry Trail. We will start our hiking quest at Vogel State Park. Lots of hills, trees and views! 

This is a strenuous hike and only for advanced hikers with recent D4 or D5 experience hiking in the mountains. This hike will be rewarding and should prove to be an adventurous day on the trail for those who are up to the challenge and would like to join us.

Notes:

1.  Itinerary is subject to change anytime at the discretion of the trip leader(s).

2.  We will take breaks to allow the group to stay together, with MODERATE speed while we are moving. 

3.  The trip leader(s) reserves the right to consider participant's past history and to make the final determination for participation on this hike.

4. Hydration will be important, it will be HOT! 

5. Hiking dogs are allowed but you are completely responsible for the following:

    a. make sure your dog is leashed and following the rules of Vogel State Park

    b. your dog should be capable of this kind of strenuous hike

    c. plan hydration and snacks for your pet

    d. your dog should be friendly with other hikers and dogs

    e. plan for ticks and fleas

    f. plan to take your own vehicle for muddy paws on the return trip


Required Items to Bring:

Good hiking shoes/boots

2-3 L of water - you will want to stay hydrated!

Electrolytes

Snacks/small lunch

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

Hiking poles

Great attitude


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Take GA 400/US 19 north to Dahlonega.  We will make a pit stop in Dahlonega at the McDonald's there.  It will be on your left on US 19.  Then take US 19 north to where it joins US 129 at Turners Corner. Continue north on US 19/129 for 11 miles to Vogel State Park.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):125Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:00 am
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Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $50.00 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:
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost Includes:

Parking Fee, $5. Pay at the park.


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

This is a raid or shine event, but may be cancelled due to threat of widespread thunderstorms.