There and Back Again (Slowly): Burnt Hickory - Kennesaw Mtn. - Burnt Hickory - Wed, Aug 2 2023

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There and Back Again (Slowly): Burnt Hickory - Kennesaw Mtn. - Burnt Hickory


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Kennesaw Mountain Park (Burnt Hickory Parking lot)   Hike: There and Back Again (Slowly): Burnt Hickory - Kennesaw Mtn. - Burnt Hickory  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Wed, Aug 2 2023  6:45 am >> Wed, Aug 2 2023 10:00 am
Registration Opens: Fri, Jul 28 2023 7:07 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Aug 2 2023 5:00 am
Event Duration:3 Hours 15 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:6 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Kiran
Chris L
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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:2
Number Registered So Far: 8 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

 

Time to get the blood flowing and that cardio level up! So, after meet-and-greet at the Burnt Hickory parking lot, we'll hike up Pigeon Hill, then up Little Kennesaw to the summit of Big Kennesaw, then down the other side to the Visitor Center for a 10-minute water/potty break, and finally retrace our steps up Big/Little Kennesaw Mountain and back to the Burnt Hickory parking lot.

The good news is that you may go at your own pace; the bad news is that you must finish this 6+ mile hike with 1800+ feet of elevation gain - within 3.15 hours to earn your D4 credit.

Full disclosure: There are several areas where you will navigate boulders and have to scramble over rocks so if you are recovering from injury, illness, or have mobility issues, this is not the hike for you!

We'll stop for two short water breaks (Visitor Center and Big Kennesaw) before returning to the Burnt Hickory parking lot.

Please plan to arrive 10 minutes early to allow time for parking, introductions, and the usual safety spiel.

Note: 

a. This hike starts and ends at the Burnt Hickory parking lot (see directions below)

b. This is a challenging hike, suitable for D4+ hikers AND for those D3 hikers who are ready to move up a level. 

c. The hike will start on schedule, except in rain or snow, which make it hazardous to navigate the rocky terrain.


Required Items to Bring:

Weather appropriate gear

Hiking boots/shoes w/ good traction

Water

and

Your SOH (sense of humor)



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

Camera

Trekking poles

Snack

Dark chocolate (for Kiran)


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

I will email detailed directions a few days before the event.


Notes:

  1. Only AOC members who are in good standing and have signed their annual waiver may participate in this event. 

  2. Please, no unregistered guests and +Ones!

  3. We hike RAIN-or-SHINE, however, in case of severe weather or other unforeseen emergencies that warrant a cancellation, one of us will text/email you at least ONE HOUR before the start of the event.


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

Cost Includes:

There is no cost for this event, however Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield charges a Daily parking fee of $5.00. This fee can be paid:

a. Online at Recreation.gov

b. At the automated fee machine located at Burnt Hickory parking lot, or

c. At the Visitor Center between 9 am and 5 pm daily.

Purchases can be made with card only, no cash accepted.


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

1. If Life happens, and you need to cancel, please go to the AOC website and deregister by the deadline. If after the deadline, please TEXT or leave a voicemail at 4O4 725 4O45. 

2. In order to earn credit for this event, participants must complete the entire hike/event with the group, or within the stated time frame (3.15 Hours)