Afternoon Fast Hike at Island Ford - Wed, Mar 5 2014

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Afternoon Fast Hike at Island Ford


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Sandy Springs, GA   Hike: Afternoon Fast Hike at Island Ford   National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Wed, Mar 5 2014  5:00 pm >> Wed, Mar 5 2014 7:00 pm
Registration Opens: Mon, Mar 3 2014 8:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Mar 5 2014 3:00 pm
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:5.5 Miles
Pace:Fast
Trip Leader(s):
Joyce T.
Bill
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:14
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 17 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

We'll take this hike at a pretty fast pace, therefore, it wouldn't be a good hike for beginners or for folks wanting a leisurely stroll along the trails.  If you bring a dog, be sure it is wiling to keep moving, as we will keep stops to a minimum.

We'll meet at the Visitor's Center parking lot, which is about 3/4 mile past the front entrance to Island Ford.  Keep driving until you dead end at the big Visitor's Center building.  It's farther than you think it will be.

We'll start the hike promptly at 5 pm.  The Visitor's Center closes at 5, so plan to use a restroom on the way to the hike, or just duck behind a big tree.  There are plenty of them out there.  Arrive at least 5 minutes early to meet everyone before we start out and to purchase a $3 parking ticket if you don't own an annual pass.

We'll limit the number of dogs to three, so if you see three dogs already registered, please don't add yours.  Dogs must be able to interact well with people and other dogs and must be kept on a leash at all times.  Dogs running loose can stir up yellow jackets in this area - - it has happened! They can also trip people on the narrow trails. Be considerate of others and abide by the CNRA leash law!


Required Items to Bring:

Hiking Shoes, Water
$3.00 cash or your annual pass 

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

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

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.

Drive all the way down the road to the big Visitor's Center building - - about 1/2 mile from the entrance.

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


Notes:

Trail Map - http://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/upload/TrailMapIslandFord.pdf

Don't forget to bring $3 cash for a parking ticket;  change is not available.

Trails can be muddy if there has been recent rain.  Be sure to have shoes with good tread that you don't mind getting dirty.  Waterproof shoes help, too!


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

You can cancel your registration yourself up to 3:00 pm before the hike.   After that, please call or text Joyce to cancel:  404-788-4089