FULL BEAVER MOON Hike at Blankets - Mon, Nov 7 2022

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FULL BEAVER MOON Hike at Blankets


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Woodstock, GA   Hike: FULL BEAVER MOON Hike at Blankets  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Mon, Nov 7 2022  7:30 pm >> Mon, Nov 7 2022 9:30 pm
Registration Opens: Tue, Nov 1 2022 11:11 am
Registration Cut Off: Mon, Nov 7 2022 11:11 am
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:6.187 Miles
Pace:Fast
Trip Leader(s):
Horhay
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:10
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 5 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

FAST FULL BEAVER MOON BLANKET'S CREEK HIKE*.

Celebrate the Dark as we "fall back" with a fast (almost a trail running pace) night hike.
Please check that the trail is open before coming http://sorbawoodstock.org/trail-status/ . They are controlled by the local mountain bike group and we must follow their rules. We will meet at the pavilion which is to the right after entering the park.

Reasons to join this event:

  1.  Scared of the sun
  2.  Get out of work late
  3.  Like to dodge bikes
  4.  Test out your new headlamp & batteries
  5.  Dislike sitting in traffic on the way to a hike
  6.  Like the Vampire life
  7.  Free parking
  8.  Enjoy post-event trailgating

 

We will be doing Mosquito Flats + South Loop under a full Beaver Moon. These trails are shared with mountain bikes but we are ok to hike on them as well, but hikers are required to go the opposite direction so we can see their lights b4 any issues arrise. The bikes have the right away on this trail so we will need to step to the side if we encounter any. Just be sure not to look at them (blinding them with our own lights). ALSO NOTE: when stepping off trail to give way to a biker - do so on the lower side of the trail...you do NOT want to slide back on to the trail! 

This is a FAST, Non-Stop effort. We will generally go 3+ mph however it may be a little slower with the stops for bikes and the fact that we are hiking in the dark.There are no lights on the trail so you will definitely need a flashlight or headlamp (aim is to use the full moon, safely). The park closes at 11pm so we must be done by then, this shouldn't be a problem unless something out of the ordinary happens.

 


Total hiking is approximately 6.187 miles in 2hrs


Thanks to Eric P. for allowing me to highjack his original write up, who highjacked it from Paula S. :P - thank you both!


Required Items to Bring:

Headlamp/flashlight = A MUST
Water :: hydration supply that is on demand:
no stops for food or water


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




How to Get There:
Event Directions:

2261 Sixes Rd.
Canton GA
30114

Directions to the trails:

From Atlanta take I-75 North to I-575 North, exit on Sixes Road (Exit 11), turn left (West) off the exit ramp and continue about 1.8 miles. The Blankets Creek trail head is on the left; look for the signs.

RAIN CONTINGENCY PLAN LOCATION
34.006957, -84.347162  - #GTS


Notes:

Bring your lights it will be dark the entire time we're moving! (y) 
* I'm reserving the right to remove members that may not meet vetting requirements for this fast night hike....this is not a tourist walk.
#LNT
#ABFE


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


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