Wet suits, masks and snorkels will be provided. We will offer a private changing area for those who wish to change clothes before or after snorkeling. The outing runs from approximately 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Date of Outing:
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Meeting Time, Place, and Directions:
We will meet at 9:15am at a designated place near Chatsworth, GA. More information will be provided upon reservation and payment (see below). From the meeting place we will caravan to the snorkel site.
Leader(s):
Gary Williams, USFS district ranger, Wayne Jenkins, Georgia ForestWatch executive director, and Jennifer Lopez, Georgia ForestWatch outreach director.
Outing Location:
Conasauga River, north of the Cohutta Wilderness.
Difficulty:Easy, family friendly. Anyone over the age of 12 is welcome to attend. The water is deep in places, so weak swimmers need a safety float.
Limit:
20 SnorkelersBring: You are welcome to bring your own mask & snorkel. Note: Due to the sensitive nature of this ecosystem, fins/flippers will not be allowed. Also bring swimming suit, water shoes, light hiking shoes, towel, safety float if desired, snack or lunch, beverages, and a small plastic bag for wet clothes. (Allergic to bees/wasps? Remember your meds/epi-pen)
Rain Date: Rain or Shine. This snorkel will only cancel (or at least pause for a time) if there are thunderstorms in the area.
Pet Policy: Thank you for not bringing your pet friends on Georgia ForestWatch outing.
Family Safe Policy: Georgia ForestWatch Outings are a smoke, alcohol, and drug free setting.
Reserve your spot today!
While most Georgia ForestWatch outings are free, this outing does carry a fee of $20 per person regardless of age. This fee is required by the U.S. Forest Service. Payment must be made by the deadline or reservation will be canceled.
Payment must be made no later than Noon on Friday, July 1. Provide your name, ages and number of children participating, address, phone number (preferably home and cell) and e-mail when you sign up.
To Sign Up: via e-mail, just reply to this message, or call our office at 706-635-8733.
Payment Options:
Checks via US Mail, payable to:
Georgia ForestWatch
15 Tower Road
Ellijay, GA 30540.
Cash, check, or credit card accepted in person at the Georgia ForestWatch office. Or, credit card via phone. (It is not secure to send your credit card information via e-mail.)
Refund Policy:
There are no refunds for this outing as we must secure your slot with the Forest Service. You are welcome to send someone in your place.
To sign up Click Here or contact Jennifer Lopez by replying to this e-mail or calling
706-635-8733. 
