Cheaha Figure 8 - Mon, Jan 20 2014

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Cheaha Figure 8

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Cheaha State Park

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Jan 20 2014 7:00 am >> Mon, Jan 20 2014 5:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 6:30 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Wed, Jan 15 2014 5:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Jan 20 2014 6:30 am

Event Duration:

10 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Advanced

Distance:

30 Miles

Pace:

Fast

Trip Leader(s):

Eric P

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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:

1 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

This event covers two loops that connect for a figure 8 that are popular for backpacking but make for a nice long day hike. This gives the rare opportunity to hike 30 miles with repeating almost no terrain. The only out and back sections are the walk to the McDill Overlook and the very start of the trail from the parking area.

This is a great hike over a variety of terrain. There are mountain overlooks, boulder fields, creeks ,and a couple of small waterfalls along the way. There aren't many large hills but they do add up due to the length of the hike additionally there are several creek crossing that may be wet but none of them are very wide or deep.

More detailed information about the two sections of the trail can be seen in these two links:
http://www.pinhotitrailalliance.org/loopncw.html
http://www.pinhotitrailalliance.org/loopscw.html

Please make sure that if you sign up for this that you have prior experience with long distances like this. We will be keeping up a steady relatively quick pace to make sure that we finish around dusk. With that being said it is recommended to have a headlamp/flashlight with you in case we don't quite make it.

*If you are driving to the event, please realize that the start time of 7:00 AM is Central time.

Required Items to Bring:

2-3 Liters of water

Snacks and Lunch

Headlamp/Flashlight

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

Water filter or Chemicals to treat water

Light jacket

Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Parking will be at the Cheaha trailhead

From Interstate-20. Take exit # 191. Turn South on U.S. Highway 431 for approximately four miles, then turn on the access road to get to Highway 281 South to the Park, go 13 miles on 281.(Watch for the Cheaha Resort State Park Signs).

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

167Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

6:30 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $66.80 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:

http://alapark.com/CheahaResort/

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

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