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Providence Canyon Backpacking Trip




The Basics:
Event Type:Backpacking
Event Location: Lumpkin, GA
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Apr 2 2011  8:00 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Mon, Mar 14 2011 7:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Tue, Mar 29 2011 3:00 pm
Event Duration:2 days
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
Cristina
Gary Hubert
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Member Cost:$9.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:10
Minimum Group Size:8
Number Registered So Far: 10 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

Providence Canyon is also known as Georgia's "Little Grand Canyon."  The massive gullies (some with a depth of 150ft) have interesting colors of pink, orange, red, and purple and make for great photos.  The gullies were caused by poor farming practices during the 1800s. Providence Canyon is also an ideal location to view night skies because there is virtually no light pollution.

We will start out Saturday morning at 8am from the Mansell Park and Ride to arrive in Lumpkin, GA and Providence Canyon around 11am.  We will then hike about 2-3 miles along the backcountry trail loop to our campsite over relatively flat terrain.  After setting up camp, we will continue hiking the backcountry trail along the edges of the canyon which will allow some great photo opportunities.  We will then have the option to explore the bottom of the canyon on Saturday if time permits or wait until Sunday on the hike out of camp.

Total hiking distance over two days will be approximately 12 miles depending on exploratory hiking.  This is a great backpacking trip for beginners.  Total distance with backpacks will only be about 4-5 miles. Note: there will be no bathrooms, water, or electricity at the campsite.  

There is no water source near the campsite.  Bring plenty of water!

Dogs are most welcome. Your dog must be healthy, well socialized with unfamiliar people and dogs, and physically capable of hiking long distances.

Please be sure to bring extra water for your dog. There is no source of water in Providence Canyon and they will need lots of fuids too.

Please note that there will be several four legged participants at this event.  If you are not comfortable hiking or camping with dogs, this might not be the right trip for you.


The state park charges $9 per person for use of the backcountry site.  Payment will be collected by the trip leader at the carpool.


Required Items to Bring:
Pleasant disposition, tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, toiletries, flashlight, food, and water:  1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast, snack food for hiking, sunscreen, daypack.		Recommended Items to Bring:
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How to Get There:
Event Directions:Go South on Georgia 400 to I-85, Go through downtown Atlanta, Stay on I-85 After you pass I-285 drive approx 52 miles to I-185 South, Drive through Columbus, Just before you get to the entrance of Fort Benning, Exit #1 on to 27/280, go South on 27/280 for approx 12 miles, 27 and 280 separates, stay on 27, drive approx 19 miles, just before city of Lumpkin, turn right onto 39C drive approx 7 miles to the park.
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):340Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $136.00 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.

Member Cost:$9.00/Person
Cost Includes:Georgia State Park Backcountry Site Fee
Make a Payment:Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the AOC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note: Backpacking in the rain is no fun!  If inclement weather is highly likely, the trip leaders will consider rescheduling and notify all participants.