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Wednesday After Work Hike: Big Trees Forest Preserve


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Roswell GA
Date(s) & Time:Wed, Sep 29 2010  5:30 pm >> N/A
Registration Opens: Wed, Jan 6 2010 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Tue, Sep 28 2010 9:00 pm
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Richard A. Zalik
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:18
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 17 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
This easy trail (1.5 miles) explores Power's Branch, a tributary of the Chattahoochee River and a ridge above the river. It include scenic stream side views, some with large granite boulders that make the area a photographer's dream. The land is adjacent to busy Roswell Road and actually includes a portion of the original road as well as part of the grade for the Bull Sluice Railroad.

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Water. Hiking Shoes

How to Get There:
Event Directions:From Atlanta or I-285 take GA 400 north to Exit 6, Northridge Road. At the end of the ramp turn right, crossing over GA 400 and continue straight. Turn left on GA 9/Roswell Road and continue south for 1.2 miles to the North Fulton Annex, just after Morgan Falls Dam Road. Turn left into the south (second) parking lot and look for the trailhead almost directly in front of you.

Notes:
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