Echo PRIME: Light Hike to Island Ford in Sandy Springs!

Name: Echo PRIME: Light Hike to Island Ford in Sandy Springs!
Start: 2025-09-06T10:00:00-04:00
Location: Island Ford Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30350, United States

Schedule

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025 at 10:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Island Ford Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30350, United States | Roswell, GA

*THIS EVENT IS ONLY FOR SINGLES IN THEIR 30’s & 40’s*
Hey PRIME, come join us for beautiful hike in the heart of Sandy Springs! This beautiful walking trail goes along the majestic Chattahoochee River and is filled with tons of wildlife. With a distance of only 2.5 miles long, this makes it super easy for new hikers and those who just want to get outside. Expect some nature trivia along the hike and a brief devotional down by the river. So, join us for a day of awe-inspiring scenery, with fun and great fellowship as we get out and explore God’s incredible creation.
*If you’ve never been to an Echo event, this is the perfect time to come! You will definitely meet other first-timers and leave feeling encouraged and connected*
HIKE DIFFICULTY: D2 - 2.5 miles
Hiking Rating Scale:
D1 Easy (beginner hikers) mostly flat
D2 Easy to moderate (regular hikers) some hills
D3 Moderate (a cardio workout) mountainous
D4 Moderate to strenuous (challenging workout) Steep grades/agility
D5 Strenuous (serious physical challenge) Very steep and far
WHAT TO BRING: Rain jacket, water, etc.
No children or animals please.
ADDRESS: 1978 Island Ford Pkwy Sandy Springs, GA 30350
(PLEASE NOTE: We will be meeting at the Island Ferry Parking Lot. When you enter the park from Roberts Dr, make sure to look for signs. The parking lot is the first left. Look for a group of people)
PARKING FEE: $5 (can be paid via recreation.gov at trailhead).
BATHROOMS: No bathrooms at trailhead; however, there are bathrooms at the Hewlett Lodge Visitor Center. It’s about 10 minutes past the parking lot so make sure to give yourself enough time because we cannot hold up the group.
TIME: 10am – 12:30pm
LUNCH: Moxie Burger – 555 S Atlanta St Roswell, GA 30075
KEEP IN MIND: There are always dangerous and unforeseen elements when out in nature: Cliffs, water hazards, weather, animals, insects, reptiles, falling limbs or rocks, Poison Ivy, Oak, Sumac, etc. Trails may be un-maintained, slippery, rocky, icy and have steep embankments. Shoes and clothing may get muddy or wet. The woods are your bathroom.
WAIVER: By attending, each person assumes all responsibility and liability for themselves and their actions and hereby releases Echo Ministries, its employees, directors, officers, agents, and volunteers from any and all liability resulting from any loss, injury, illness, damages, or death, while attending, participating or volunteering in this event. Make sure that anyone you invite receives this information and understands and agrees to all aspects of it, otherwise you’re responsible for them.
MORE INFO: William Illg at [email protected] or 770-337-1521 if you have any questions about this event.