Island Ford on Twelve Thirteen Fourteen

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Island Ford on Twelve Thirteen Fourteen

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Island Ford Chattahoochee National Recreation Area , Sandy Springs, GA

Hike: Island Ford on Twelve Thirteen Fourteen

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Dec 13 2014 3:00 pm >> Sat, Dec 13 2014 6:00 pm

Registration Opens:

Wed, Nov 26 2014 9:00 am

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Dec 10 2014 9:00 am

Event Duration:

3 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Distance:

6 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Lisa
Lauren

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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:

8 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

This hike will be all about the numbers. We'll begin the hike at 3:00 pm on 12/13/14. In addition, we will pause for a moment of stretching, hydration and optional meditation at 15:16 and 17 seconds. This will be a brisk trek through the park, starting from the Visitor's Center and along the river, then swerving into the forest, pausing briefly at the picnic tables before completing the "lollipop section," and back along Beech Creek and the Chattahoochee River. The pace will be moderately fast, so this is NOT a beginner hike. We will, however, stop periodically to enjoy the stillness of nature.

We will start the hike promptly at 3:00 pm, so please arrive 5-10 minutes early to allow time to pay for parking and meet your fellow hikers. The terrain is hilly with some short, steep ascents.

Many of the autumn leaves will likely have fallen, offering even greater visibility.

We'll allow 3 members with dogs on the hike, so if three dog-people are already registered, please do not add yours. Dogs should be able to keep up the pace and should be kept under control at all times. There is a leash law at this and all CNRA trails, with a $75 fine per dog if violated (and caught!). Please plan to keep your dog on leash.

This is a unit of the CNRA, so a $3 parking fee is required (if you don't have an annual pass). Be sure to bring the correct amount in cash and arrive in time to purchase a day permit.

There are bathrooms inside the Visitor's Center at Island Ford.

We will be finishing up at dusk, so please bring a small flashlight or headlamp.

Required Items to Bring:

water
good hiking shoes (a must!)
flashlight or headlamp

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

hiking poles if you like to use them - - the trails have lots of rocks, roots, and hills

insect repellant

Notes:

$3 cash needed (or annual pass) for the parking fee at this location.

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

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

You can cancel yourself up to 9:00 am the Wednesday before the hike; after that, please phone/text Lisa at 404-414-8353. Follow up with an email if you wish. anyansmith@att.net