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Amicalola Falls Day Hike to Len Foote Hike Inn




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Amicalola State Park - park visitor center
Date(s) & Time:Mon, Oct 10 2011  12:00 pm >> Mon, Oct 10 2011 5:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 10:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Mon, Oct 3 2011 10:01 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Oct 9 2011 7:00 pm
Event Duration:5 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:11 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Larry Cooper
Joyce T.
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:10
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
The hike is about 11 miles round trip at a moderate pace. We will start at the top of the falls at the trailhead. Please plan on bringing a small lunch/snack. we will stop at the Hike Inn for our lunch break. The Inn will often have some bread, dessert or fruitthat you can enjoy in exchange for tips for the Inn employees but this is not guaranteed.  There are generally beverages as well, including hot water for tea and cocoa, so you can warm up before heading back down the trail.  The 10 day weather forcast is looking great right now.

Required Items to Bring:
Positive and motivated attitude
Good hiking shoes
water and snacks/lunch
Clothing appropriate for weather conditions
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
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How to Get There:
Event Directions:From the Park & Ride we will go north on Georgia 400 past the outlet Mall to GA 136. Left on 136 till GA 52. Right until the park entrance. We will stop at the Visitors Center lot to register, then head up the hill to the upper lot and Trailhead.
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):104Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 10:00 am
Carpool Location:   Log in for location
Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $41.60 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.

Cost Includes:
State Park Fee unless you have an annual park pass

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