Backpack Training: Stone Mountain-Up & Around - Sat, Feb 22 2014

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Backpack Training: Stone Mountain-Up & Around


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Stone Mountain Park   Hike: Backpack Training: Stone Mountain-Up & Around  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Feb 22 2014  8:30 am >> Sat, Feb 22 2014 11:30 am
Registration Opens: Wed, Feb 19 2014 7:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Feb 22 2014 7:00 am
Event Duration:3 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:7 Miles
Pace:Leisurely
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: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:

This is a backpack training hike for those backpacking anywhere.  We will go at a leisurely pace and get comfortable with weight and gear.

We will meet near the start of the walk-up trail behind the large parking lot beside Confederate Hall. The hike will start promptly at 8.30 am so plan to arrive early. There is an $10 parking fee to enter the park; however, free public parking is available in Stone Mountain Village. See directions below.

We will walk to the top first, enjoy the summit scene for few minutes and then walk down sideways  taking Cherokke Trail clockwise.

Scenic Cherokee trail hike takes us past two lakes, an old time gristmill and an historic covered bridge and not to mentioin great views of the mountain. At times we will hike on exposed granite and at other times we will hike along wooded trails. We will maintain a leisurely pace.


Required Items to Bring:

• Comfortable shoes with a good grip-the rock can be slippery.
• 1 liter of water or sports drink.
• Trail snacks.

 

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

• Camera
• Poncho or rain jacket in case of rain

• Heavy Bagpack if you in a training mode.


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Directions: To the main entrance- From I-285 take U.S. Hwy 78 East (Snellville/Athens) exit. Travel about 7 miles and take Exit 8, the Stone Mountain Park Main Entrance. After entering the main entrance, proceed straight ahead. The road will fork at about 1 mile – stay to the right. Continue to follow the road for another mile. Confederate Hall will be on your left. The parking lot will be immediately after. We’ll meet near the walk up trail.

Additional directions and maps can be found at:
http://stonemountainpark.com/default.aspx


Notes:

THIS IS A BACKPACK TRAINING HIKE, THEREFORE OUR PACE WILL BE LEISURELY TO MODERATE.  


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