Panther Creek Falls Hike - Sat, Nov 21 2009

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Panther Creek Falls Hike


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Panther Creek Falls Recreation Area (NFS)
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Nov 21 2009  10:30 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 9:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Mon, Nov 16 2009 9:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Nov 20 2009 3:00 pm
Event Duration:6-7 hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Rafiq
Denise Van Huss
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Member Cost:$3.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:16
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 12 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Join us for a fun hike at Panther creek falls. We'll hike close to the river the whole time. There are a few steep inclines and rocky cliffs but for the most part it's a flat trail.  Even on a hot day the water will keep us cool.

We will hike at a moderate pace.  It's a very pretty trail and due to river it will be cold. There are some great vistas to explore and we will go past three waterfalls. When we get to the falls we'll spend about 45 minutes to eat lunch and mesmerise ourselves with the beauty of the falls. There are some really exciting cliff walks along the way. There are hemlocks and pines along the trail as well as some really cool cliff outcroppings.

Afterwards, if there is a concensus we can go to rim of Tallulah Gorge for a great view. Its just down the road and has a great view.  If you've never seen the Gorge you're missing out.

Required Items to Bring:
lots of water/sports drink
Snacks
Appropriate clothing and shoes		Recommended Items to Bring:
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Hiking poles

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Take I-985 North which turns into US 23/441. 16 miles past Cornelia, turn left onto Glen Hardman Road, then turn right onto Historic 441 for 1 mile to the Panther Creek Recreation Area parking lot.
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):144Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 9:00 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $57.60 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:
Though I rated this hike as D4 but for some experienced and seasoned hikers this is D3.
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Member Cost:$3.00/Person
Cost Includes:Parking
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.