Black Rock Mtn - Sat, Jan 22 2011

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Black Rock Mtn


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Mtn City GA
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jan 22 2011  10:30 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 8:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Tue, Jan 18 2011 7:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jan 21 2011 11:55 pm
Event Duration:all day
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Rafiq
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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: 7 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
The trail begins with an easy descent along Black Rock Mountain. At 0.7 miles, the trail reaches the beginning and end of the loop, marked by a double blaze. The sign advises you to take the counterclockwise route to the right. The trail follows an old road uphill until mile 1.1, where it takes a sharp left off of the road. The trail then descends to a paved road at mile 1.4. The trail is identified by orange paint on the road as well as a sign on the other side. After crossing the pavement, the trail descends further to Taylor Creek at mile 2.1. From here the trail begins ascending to a gravel road near Taylor Gap at mile 2.4. The trail then continues uphill for another 0.5 mile to the top of Scruggs Knob. The trail then descends down the other side of the knob to mile 3.2 where it turns left onto an old road. This is Scruggs Gap. The trail follows this road for 0.2 miles and then comes to a sign, marking the trail's turn downhill to another road. Be careful not to miss this turn. The trail then turns right and continues downward on Lookoff Mountain. At mile 5.2 the trail crosses the old road again. At mile 5.4 it crosses Taylor Creek again. At Taylor Creek, the trail then goes uphill to the end of the loop at mile 6.5

Total hikking distance will be around 8 miles, as we will take a short detour to walk around a quiet pond.

Required Items to Bring:
THINGS TO BRING or WEAR:
Waiver form: http://www.atlantaoutdoorclub.com/member/waiver_member.pd
  • 3 liters fresh water
  • jacket, hat, gloves
  • hiking boots / trail shoes
  • non-cotton cloths in layers
  • poncho (just in case…)
  • Nuts & Berries and Lunch
  • cash for gas (for your carpool driver)
  • towel to sit on for the ride back / paper sack for mucky boots
  • good hiking shoes,
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
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    How to Get There:
    Event Directions:GPS Coordinates:
    N 34.917240 | W 083.403730

    Located on Black Rock Mountain Parkway, 3 miles north of Clayton off U.S. Hwy. 441. Look for brown directional signs in Mountain City

    Street Address:
    3085 Black Rock Mountain Parkway
    Mountain City, GA 30562



    Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):198Mile(s)
    Carpool Departure Time: 8:30 am
    Carpool Location:   Log in for location
    Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
    Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $79.20 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:
    * We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.


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