Neels Gap to Hogpen Gap and back - RESCHEDULED

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Neels Gap to Hogpen Gap and back - RESCHEDULED

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Between Dahlonega and Blairsville, Georgia

Hike: Neels Gap to Hogpen Gap and back - RESCHEDULED

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Dec 10 2016 6:30 am >> Sat, Dec 10 2016 7:30 pm (Carpool Departure: 6:30 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Thu, Nov 17 2016 9:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Dec 8 2016 9:00 am

Event Duration:

13 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Advanced

Distance:

16.4 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Lisa
Aaron

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

15 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

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Itinerary:

Let's hit the Appalachian Trail. Neels Gap to Hogpen Gap and back, with a side trip to Wildcat Mountain along the way.

We will begin at the Byron Reece parking area and walk the .6 miles along the road to get to Neels Gap and the Walasi-Yi Center. Then we are on the AT as we start off with the biggest climb of the day...up about 800' over 1.5 miles to Levelland Mountain. From there we descend to Swaim Gap, then over undulating terrain which will eventually take us to Cowrock Mountain. We will take a short break here to enjoy the views before easing on down to Tesnatee Gap.

We will proceed to Hogpen Gap, rejoice amongst ourselves, then turn around and retrace our steps on the AT, just for a very short distance, a mere .2 miles. At this point we will take the Whitley Gap side trail to Wildcat Mountain and have lunch there while enjoying the views. We'll follow the side trail all the way down to check out the Whitley Gap shelter, then back along this side trail to rejoin the AT. Then we will retrace our steps on the AT back to Neels Gap.

We will stop for dinner on the way back to conclude our adventure.

Mileage breakdown:
- Parking to Neels Gap: .6 mi
- Neels Gap to Hogpen Gap: 6.4 mi
- Whitley Gap trail to Wildcat Mtn to Whitley Gap shelter (r/t): 2.4 mi
- Hogpen Gap to Neels Gap: 6.4 mi
- Neels Gap to parking: .6 mi

Total distance: ~16.4 mi.
Total ascent: ~4400+ feet.

We will keep a steady pace, with occasional breaks. If you have not completed a strenuous D5 or D6 recently, we will contact you to determine if this hike is right for you.

Required Items to Bring:

Lunch or snacks

Headlamp (just in case)

minimum 2 liters of water

Recommended Items to Bring:
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hiking poles

camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

will be provided at the car pool.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

135Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

6:30 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $54.00 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.

Notes:

* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

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