Tri-State Hiking Club

Let's get out and enjoy a beautiful evening hike. We will hike about 5 miles at a moderate pace around 3 mph. There is an option to exit the hike after about 3.4 miles. The hike has good sized hills with a couple of short steep sections. There could be some muddy trails so you may want to bring an extra pair of shoes. I do not recommend this hike for beginners. We will hike around some of the old Powder Company ruins near the river. You may want to bring water and trekking poles. Meet in the Kings elementary School parking lot on the far right side of the building.

Participate at your own risk.

The Legal Stuff: Your hike leader is just a fellow member volunteer. By participating in this hike, you assume all risks of liability and injury inherent in hiking activities. You are responsible for your own safety and for determining if you are in a condition fit to participate. If you have any doubts, you should consult your doctor. You are also responsible for knowing and abiding by all laws and park rules during your participation on this hike.

Registration Required with Five Rivers MetroParks.
$5 Workshop Fee. Limited seating.
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Presenter: Andy "Captain Blue" Niekamp - Appalachian Trail 11,000 Miler.

Program Description: Is there a long distance hike on the Appalachian Trail or another long trail in your future, but you're not sure where to start? This program will give you the knowledge and confidence to plan a long distance hike. You'll learn trip planning skills on where to find information, what to look for, gear, footwear, selecting a section, mileage planning, smartphone apps, maps, guidebooks, food, resupply methods, getting to the trail, shuttles, long-term parking, and more. You will gain confidence and skills to begin planning your hike, whether it is a week-long or months-long trek.

Presenter Bio: Andy "Captain Blue" Niekamp has over 20,000 miles of backpacking experience, including five end-to-end hikes on the Appalachian Trail, a continuous footpath from Georgia to Maine that travels throughout 14 different states. He has also hiked the Buckeye Trail, Florida Trail, Arizona Trail, Camino de Santiago, Colorado Trail, John Muir Trail, Sheltowee Trace, Long Trail, Ozark Highlands Trail, Superior Hiking Trail, Ohio To Erie Trail, and other trails.

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Join us for an easier/moderate (its not “easy”, this is 2 1/2-3 miles in an hour) hike at CNC. Pet friendly. The duration will be about 1 hour covering some easy to moderate trails, about 2.5 to 3 miles with occasional quick break. If you are new to hiking, trying to get into shape, recovering from injury or just getting back into hiking, this is the one for you. We will meet at the first parking lot on your right as you enter (playscape) at the message board. There is a $10 fee to enter CNC (bring credit card, they doo’t take cash) or $45 for year pass . Please if you don't feel well stay at home and change your rsvp. What to bring: Water (be sure you are well-hydrated before the hike and carry plenty of water during the hike), hiking or trail shoes with good traction, trekking poles . Hike at your own risk . You are responsible for your own safety and enjoyment and agree not to hold Tri State Hiking and the leader liable for injuries, disappointments or challenges. By attending this event, you agree to our group legal waiver found at this link: http://hiking.meetup.com/201/pages/Legal_Waiver/ By signing up for and attending this event, you acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk of any exposure to or infected by COVID-19 and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death.