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Gahuti Trail at Fort Mountain




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Fort Mountain State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, May 8 2010  9:00 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 9:15 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Mon, Apr 19 2010 9:15 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, May 7 2010 4:00 pm
Event Duration:approx 4 hours hiking
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Denise Van Huss
Rafiq
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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: 18 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:
Moderate to Strenuous 8.8 miles

Fort Mountain is named for a mysterious 855 foot long wall constructed along the western slope of the highest point of the mountain. The structure has been attributed to various historical figures, but today most authorities believe the wall was constructed by Woodlands-era Indians between 500 BC and 500AD as fortification against other more hostile Indians or ancient ceremonies.

The Gahuti Trail travels around the edge of the park, passing just below the summits of Cohutta and Fort mountains. Ever changing, the trail is both beautiful and challenging in all seasons.


I am not a speed hiker but I do keep a fairly moderate pace. You will be welcome to go ahead, if you wish, as long as you wait at trail intersections for the group to catch up.

Required Items to Bring:
water or energy drinks
trail snacks
lunch
good hiking shoes/boots

A great attitude and willingness to explore!		Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
trekking poles
sunscreen
bug spray
camera 

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Fort Mountain State Park
181 Fort Mountain Park Rd
Chatsworth , GA 30705

Located 8 miles east of Chatsworth via Ga. Hwy. 52 (take I-75 exit #333 toward Ga. Hwy. 411).

10:30 AM at the parking lot by the Gahuti Trailhead at Fort Mountain State Park.
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):162Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 9:15 am
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Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $64.80 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:
Will This Event Occur Rain or Shine? Not in the event of heavy rain or lightning.

Parking fee $5.00 or a GA State Parks Pass


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