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| − | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens%2C_GA Athens] is a vibrant [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/College_town college town] in the northeast section of the state [ | + | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athens%2C_GA Athens] is a vibrant [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/College_town college town] in the northeast section of the state [[Georgia (United States)|Georgia]]. Athens is known for its prolific music scene, for its nightlife and bar scene, and for being the home of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Georgia University of Georgia]. Athens is also known as a highly transient town, and, as such, hitchhikers and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freight_hopping trainhoppers] alike frequently visit. |
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Athens is a vibrant college town in the northeast section of the state Georgia. Athens is known for its prolific music scene, for its nightlife and bar scene, and for being the home of the University of Georgia. Athens is also known as a highly transient town, and, as such, hitchhikers and trainhoppers alike frequently visit.
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Hitching Out
In terms of the best roads to hitchhike in and around Athens, a few stand above the rest.
West toward Atlanta, Lawrenceville
U.S. Highway 78 spans from Atlanta to Augusta, passing directly through Athens, where it becomes Broad Street for a small stretch. Hitching between Athens and Atlanta is easily accomplished on US-78, although it is much more difficult around Augusta due to heavy police presence. Highway 316 provides easy access to Lawrenceville, where it then turns into Interstate 85. Hitchhikers who prefer standing on entrance ramps may find Highway 316 faster than US 78 when traveling to Atlanta.
South towards Milledgeville, Florida
U.S. Highway 441 leaves Athens to the south, taking travelers to Milledgeville and, eventually, to Gainesville, Florida.
There are also a number of quieter rural roads leading into and out of Athens which some hitchhikers may prefer.
Useful Resources
Like many college towns, Athens contains a number of free resources to aid travelers. The University Library and Student Learning Center (SLC) both offer free computer use and internet access to the public. For those who enjoy dumpster diving, Earthfare (large, regional organic grocer), Papa John's (pizza), and Dunkin' Donuts throw away an enormous amount of edible food. These stores can be found at 1689 South Lumpkin Street, 489 Baxter Street, and 771 Prince Avenue, respectively. Athens Food Not Bombs also currently serves free food three days a week: Monday and Wednesday at 7pm, and Saturday at 2pm. Servings take place in front of The Grill in College Square, downtown. Zander currently maintains a squat at 136 Elizabeth Street, which is always open to responsible, respectful travelers who need a place to rest.
