7S7W-1: Stone Mountain - Sat, Jul 20 2024

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7S7W-1: Stone Mountain


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Stone Mountain Park   Hike: 7S7W-1: Stone Mountain  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jul 20 2024  6:15 am >> Sat, Jul 20 2024 8:45 am
Registration Opens: Sun, Jul 14 2024 7:07 am
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jul 19 2024 7:07 pm
Event Duration:2 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:6.5 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Kiran
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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: 3 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

 

7S7W = 7 Sunrises in 7 Weeks!

SUNRISE: 06:42 AM

Calling all Early Birds! This "7 sunrises over 7 weeks" series of hikes around ATL has a three-fold purpose:

1. Beat the summer heat,

2. Catch a spectacular sunrise, and

3. Get your daily workout in before breakfast.

So, what's not to like?

Series #1 - Stone Mountain: We'll start bright and early at the Whistle Stop station (near the restrooms), hike to the summit in time for the sunrise, ooh and aah as the glowing orb appears over the horizon (fingers crossed for only high level clouds), hike down the southwestern face of the rock via the Cherokee trail to circle the lake, and return once again via the Cherokee Trail to the parking lot. Ta daa!

DISCLAIMER: This is a brisk, moderately strenuous hike with 1000+ foot elevation gain and a substantial amount of rock scrambling. So, if you have mobility issues, are recovering from injury, or prefer a slower pace, please sit this one out!


Required Items to Bring:

Weather appropriate gear

Hiking boots/shoes w/ good traction

Water

Headlamp, and

Your SOH (sense of humor)

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

Trekking poles

Hat

Snack

Camera

Dark chocolate (for Kiran)!


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

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


Notes:

1. Please, no unregistered guests or +Ones!
2. Late cancellations, particularly within 36 hours of the event, make it difficult for those on the waitlist to attend. Please be courteous to your fellow AOC members and cancel with as much notice as possible.
3. If you need to get in touch, the best way is to TEXT me with your NAME and details. FYI, thanks to those annoying robocalls, calling me will send you to my voicemail, but feel free to leave a message.
4. I usually hike RAIN-or-SHINE! However, in case of severe weather or other unforeseen emergencies that warrant a cancellation, I will text/email you at least TWO HOURS 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, entry to Stone Mountain Park is $20 per vehicle, or $40 for an annual pass. If you want to avoid the fee, you can park for free on Main Street in Stone Mountain Village and walk or ride your bike for free into the park.


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

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