Mount Yonah sunset & moonrise (+ Comet Panstarrs?) | |||||||
| The Basics: | |||||||
| Event Type: |  | Hike | | ||||
| Event Location: | |
Cleveland, GA
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| Date(s) & Time: | | Thu, Mar 28 2013 5:00 pm >> Thu, Mar 28 2013 10:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 3:30 pm *log in for location*) | | ||||
| Registration Opens: | | Wed, Mar 27 2013 8:00 am | | ||||
| Registration Cut Off: | | Thu, Mar 28 2013 1:09 pm | | ||||
| Event Duration: | | Per Itinerary | | ||||
| Difficulty Rating: | | D3: Moderate | | ||||
| Distance: | | 4.1 Miles | | ||||
| Pace: | | Leisurely | | ||||
| Trip Leader(s): | | Tony C Email Trip Leader(s)
You must be logged in to get the Trip Leader contact information. | | ||||
| Member Cost: | | None | |||||
| Participant Info: | |||||||
| Who's Invited: | | Members Only, 21 And Older Only | | ||||
| Maximum Group Size: | | 10 | |||||
| Minimum Group Size: | | 5 | |||||
| Number Registered So Far: | | 3 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area) | |||||
| Are Dogs Permitted: | | No | |||||
| Itinerary: | |||||||
Ok so the heavenly bodies are in proper alignment again for a moonrise viewing attempt from Mt Yonah. These are tricky because they are really only doable a couple of days a month, and then you have to hope for clear skies. The sunset can burn through some light clouds but you need a clear horizon for the moonrise. And during the warmer weather, there is much more haze....so this may be the last great chance we get until October or so. We will also try to spot Comet Panstarrs on the western horizon after sunset (7:55 PM). It is higher in the sky every night lately but also speeding away from us and becoming fainter. But perhaps we can find it with binoculars...probably a good chance. We can also do some extra stargazing before the moonrise at 9:30 PM. This was fun when we did it last month and the time flew by after the sunset. This will be a SLOW paced hike. Expect to go only about 1 1/2 to 2mph on the way up. We will keep the group together except for a couple of steep sections where everyone can go at their own pace. It's still 1500' of ascent, so even at a relaxed pace, you will get a bit of a workout. We will take the shortcut trail on the way up, so really only 2 miles to the top. There are a few great places to pose for photos up there, so we can do that and of course also enjoy the views. Be sure to dress warm and bring extra layers for standing around and waiting for the sunset and moonrise. It will be cold after the sun drops, esp if it is windy. Here is the link to the NOAA forecast: Yonah Pointcast Total distance is about 4.1 miles. Remember the last 30-45 minutes are on the way down in the dark, so be sure to bring a headlamp or flashlight. It should be a great day to be on Yonah and hope you can join us.
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| How to Get There: | |||||||
| Event Directions: | | will be provided at carpool and via email for those meeting at event. | | ||||
| Carpool to Event Distance (round trip): | | 130Mile(s) | |||||
| Carpool Departure Time: | | 3:30 pm | |||||
| Carpool Location: | | Log in for location | |||||
| Carpool Directions: | | Log in for directions | |||||
| Carpool Cost: | | Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $52.00 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. | |||||
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The last half mile of the drive to the trailhead is on a well maintained gravel road If rain is forecast, this event will be rescheduled. * We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events. | |||||||
| Cost Includes: | | NA | |||||
Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy. *Note: NA | |||||||
