No Excuses, Easy Hike at Big Trees Forest Preserve - Tue, Jul 8 2014

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No Excuses, Easy Hike at Big Trees Forest Preserve


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Sandy Springs, GA   Hike: No Excuses, Easy Hike at Big Trees Forest Preserve  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Tue, Jul 8 2014  10:30 am >> Tue, Jul 8 2014 11:30 am
Registration Opens: Sun, Jul 6 2014 2:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Tue, Jul 8 2014 9:00 am
Event Duration:1 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D1: Easy
Distance:1.5 Miles
Pace:Leisurely
Trip Leader(s):
Joyce T.
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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: 6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

No excuses for NOT going on this hike.  This is the perfect hike for beginners who can't yet handle speed, distance, or elevation changes.   There is some slight rolling terrain, but we'll go at an easy pace, so it won't be difficult. We'll stop and rest as needed.

This Sandy Springs location is a hidden treasure right smack in the middle of a bustling neighborhood off of Roswell Road.  This trail is especially beautiful in the spring and summer, with lush vegetation and babbling brooks. Please be sure to apply insect repellant, as we won't be walking fast enough to keep ahead of mosquitos!

This is an excellent hike for folks who want to get into hiking for the first time, who want to simply get out and enjoy the beauty of nature and breathe some fresh air without exerting themselves, or who want to begin hiking again after an injury. The trail is soft and free of roots and rocks. Veteran hikers are certainly welcome to join us, but please don't complain about the slow speed!

We'll be starting the hike promptly at 10:30 am, so arrive about 10 minutes early to check in, meet your fellow members, and use the restroom.  

There are several little trails at Big Tree Preserve, including  (1) the Backcountry Trail; (2) the Spring Hollow Trial; and (3) the Jackson Overlook Trail. All of these trails are for foot travel only and are easy to walk with no steep grades.  No runners or bikers allowed!

Dogs are welcome as long as they're kept on leash.  We'll allow up to 3 well-behaved dogs on this hike.  (Owners are expected to behave well, too!  :-)


Recommended Items to Bring:
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Water. comfortable walking shoes, insect repellant, a camera


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Big Tree Forest Preserve
7645 Roswell Road
Sandy Springs,FA 30350

From 285
- Go NORTH on GA- 400 1 1/2 miles to exit 5B (Sandy Springs).
- Go west 1.3 miles on Abernathy Rd. to Roswell Rd.
- Turn right onto Roswell Rd. and go north 2.1 miles.

The Forest is on the right next to the North Fulton County Government Service Center Building.  It shares the same parking lot as the government building.

Going SOUTH on GA- 400
- Take Exit 5 onto Abernathy Rd.
- Turn right onto Abernathy and follow from above.


Notes:

Trail Map: http://www.bigtreesforest.com/images/BigTrees_Preserve_Small.pdf

 

 


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*Note:

3 dogs (on leash) are permitted.

No parking fee is required at this location.

A new bathroom has been built right at the entrance to the trailhead!

The event will be cancelled if it rains.
Please notify me by phone if you have to cancel at the last minute and can no longer withdraw on the web site.  My number is 404-788-4089.