Fit Beginner – 6 miles, 600′ gain
This is a social hike and an out-and-back event.
There is a pot-luck at end before we turn around for the return. If your item requires paper plates, utensils, etc. please bring them.
Pot Luck guidelines: https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772
Hike
Distance: 6.0 miles
Gain: 600′
Distribution: Not much incline on this hike,
Difficulty (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781): Fit Beginner.
Shape: Out and Back.
Pace: approx. 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Fire road, double track, single track.
Trail Variations:
Duration: 4 hours
Dogs: no
Restrooms: no
Drinking Fountains: no
Parking: Free along street.
What to bring:
1 liter of water for every 3 miles.
Hiking shoes/boots
Flashlight or headlamp.
Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
Snacks and/or beverages to share (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772).
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route. A pic of the route has been posted.
Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed.
Hike type: Social.
We won’t be hiking at a fast pace because this is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. There is nothing wrong with stopping, even if it means every 50 steps. See “How hard is this hike” in the discussion section (LINK (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781)).