Simpsonwood - Sat, Jul 10 2021

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Simpsonwood


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Norcross (Peachtree Corners)   Hike: Simpsonwood  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jul 10 2021  8:00 am >> Sat, Jul 10 2021 10:00 am
Registration Opens: Thu, Jul 8 2021 8:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Jul 10 2021 8:00 am
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:5 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Diana
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 11 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

Please join me at Simpsonwood - a little known park tucked away along the east bank of the Chattahoochee River in Norcross.  Rated as a D2 hike - there is very little elevation - mostly flat, easy terrain although there are tripping hazards (roots). moderate pace    Great hike for beginners and others that want to visit this beautiful park

Meet at the benches right in front of the restrooms - hike begins promptly at 8:00- please arrive 10 minutes early.  Dogs are welcome to join us but they MUST be leashed.

COVID-19 - please be respectful to AOC members and other hikers on the trails - keep social distance at least six feet between yourself and your fellow hikers.  Please be advised that attendees of AOC events should have face coverings on their person, in the event  they are unable to maintain a physical distance of 6 feet.

Bathroom is usually open - but I can't promise - plan accordingly

This is a Gwinnett County Park - no parking fee needed.  Social Distancing - please leave space between yourself and your fellow hikers and others that are using the trails.


Required Items to Bring:

water
Hiking shoes/boots
 

Recommended Items to Bring:
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How to Get There:
Event Directions:

The physical adress is:

4511 Jones Bridge Cir, Norcross, GA 30092-1406 

Entrance to the park is directly across the street from Simpsonwood Methodist Church

After you turn in go a few hundred yards and you will see the bathrooms next to the parking lot.  That is where we will meet. 

For a zoomable map or satellite view of the parking lot please click on the rectangular blue and green event location icon near the top of this page. 


Notes:
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.


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