Beginner Morning Hike at Island Ford - Tue, Nov 1 2011

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Beginner Morning Hike at Island Ford


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Sandy Springs, GA   Hike: Beginner Morning Hike at Island Ford   National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Tue, Nov 1 2011  10:00 am >> Tue, Nov 1 2011 12:00 pm
Registration Opens: Sat, Oct 29 2011 5:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Tue, Nov 1 2011 8:00 am
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Joyce T.
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Member Cost:$3.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 14 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

This will be a good beginner hike for folks who want to get into hiking but aren't ready for the serious D3's and higher-difficulty events.  

For our hike today, we'll take a moderate pace, but those who want to get a better workout and know the area can set a faster pace for themselves. We'll cover between 4-5 miles, depending on the route we decide to take.  There are some rather hilly areas, but none of them is too challenging and the ascents quickly change to descents, giving folks time to catch their breath. We'll rest from time to time if necessary, otherwise we'll use our time to move along. We'll be treated to beautiful forests as well as breathtaking views of the river.

We'll park at the Visitors' Center, way down the road from the entrance to the park. If it's your first visit to this parking lot, no - - you have not gone too far!   Bathroom facilities are available here, and annual CNRA park passes can be purchased. If you plan to do much hiking in the area, the $25 annual fee is a bargain.  If you do not have an annual pass, the fee for the day's parking at this location is $3.00. Please have cash handy and allow time to buy your day-pass before the hike.  

If you bring your dog, it should be able to keep up with the group and interact well with other dogs and people. The Chattahoochee NRA requires that owners keep their dogs on a leash and clean up after their pets on the trails. Dogs off leash have been known to stir up yellow jackets, resulting in painful stings to both nearby hikers and the dogs themselves.


Required Items to Bring:

Hiking Shoes and Water
$3.00 or your annual pass 

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

Coordinates for your GPS are the following:

Latitude:33.9916413°
Longitude:-84.3311041°

From northbound US 19 and GA 400
- Take exit #6 (Northridge Road).
- Coming off the exit, stay in the right lane, cross over GA 400, and turn right onto Dunwoody Place.
- Go 0.5 miles to Roberts Drive.
- Turn right and proceed 0.7 miles to the park entrance on your right.

 

From southbound US 19 and GA 400
- Take exit #6 (Northridge Road)
- Continue straight ahead at the traffic light onto Dunwoody Place.
- Go 0.5 miles to Roberts Drive.
- Turn right and proceed 0.7 miles to the park entrance on your right.

***You will drive past the first lot on your left and keep going down the road for a long way before you ultimately see the parking lot at the Visitors' Center. ***

http://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/islandford.htm


Notes:

Trail Map - http://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/upload/2006IslandFordB&W.pdf


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Member Cost:$3.00/Person
Cost Includes:The parking fee is $3.00 per car
Make a Payment:Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the AOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: If the day is rainy, we'll cancel.  I'll send out an email by 7 am to let everyone know the hike is off - - otherwise, it will take place.