Scenic Siler Bald & AT Peregrination: D5 Stretch (7 AM carpool)

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Scenic Siler Bald & AT Peregrination: D5 Stretch (7 AM carpool)

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Winding Stair Gap - 8 mi West of Franklin NC on US 64

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Dec 21 2019 8:30 am >> Sat, Dec 21 2019 3:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 7:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Mon, Nov 18 2019 3:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Dec 21 2019 6:30 am

Event Duration:

6 Hours 30 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Tom

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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:

9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

***** NOT A BEGINNERS or D4 HIKE *****

For new members and/or members without recent D5 hiking related experience, please email the trip leader explaining your recent long distance hiking experience and hiking pace. Please don't take it personal, but you may be moved to the waiting list until we hear back from you and approve you for this hike. We want everyone to have an enjoyable and fun hiking experience.

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There are many scenic vistas on the Appalachian Trail (AT) within a couple hours driving time of Atlanta, but perhaps none more so than Siler Bald. With a summit of 5,216 feet it offers a sweeping 360 degree view of the surrounding valleys and rolling hills. And while there is almost 1500 feet in elevation gain to the top, most of it is fairly gradual on this portion of the AT. The total hiking distance will be a approximately 11 miles.

We'll plan to hike 5.5 miles out on the AT and return back the same way we traversed. We'll also stop for a quick snack at the top of Siler Bald and enjoy the views and soak in the sun.

Check Out The Below Notes:

If you don't like to chat, joke, socialize, or have a good sense of humor, this is probably not the hike you want to be on. This hike is intended to be invigorating, fun, and social :)

Hiking speed can vary, but plan on hiking anywhere from a moderate to fast pace. If you're not sure you can keep up or wanna keep up with the group pace, this hike may not be a match for you.

Be sure to take your camera or camera phone - excellent place to take photos at the top of Siler Bald!

Optional: Group permitting and willing, we may drop by downtown Clayton for a quick bite to eat on our return trip back to the carpool.

Reminder: If you're a Garmin user, please join our 'Atlanta Outdoor Club (AOC) Garmin Users' group to connect with other AOC Garmin users and track your activity. Join us at: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/group/2255568

Required Items to Bring:

Lite daypack

1-2 liters water

Trail snacks

Hiking boots or trail running shoes with excellent grips

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

Hiking poles

Camera

Your pleasant personality and good sense of humor!

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

North on I-85. Take I-985 near Mall of Georgia. Continue on I-985. After 26 miles this intersate will become US 23. Continue on US 23 through Clayton GA and into North Carolina. At Franklin NC take exit to US 64 West. Continue eight miles until Winding Stairs Gap parking lot.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

235Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $94.00 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:

If you have any questions e-mail the Event Coordinator and save phone calls for the day of the event.

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

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

Late cancellations, particularly within 36 hours of the event make it difficult for those on the wait list to attend. Please be courteous to your fellow AOC members and cancel with as much notice as possible.