- Hike at Travis County Northeast Metropolitan Park15500 Sun Light Near Way, Pflugerville, TX
Let's do an easy 3 mile hike in Travis County's Northeast Metro Park.
The terrain is flat except for a short upgrade near midway in the hike.
Dogs okay if on a 6 foot leash.Take Sun Light Near Way south to the roundabout and make the first right.
Go about a quarter mile and turn left into the first parking lot on your left.
About two thirds of the hike is very shady. It will follow along Gilleland Creek most of the way. There will be some huge pecan trees along the way.Afterwards, we'll go to Casa Garcia's in the Windermere section of Pflugerville for lunch. https://www.casagarcias.com/menus
Participants MUST MAINTAIN 6 FEET DISTANCING at all times. Participants must sign a Liability Waiver upon arrival. You may view the waiver document: https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020
COVID-19 safety measures
Event will be outdoors
The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event. Meetup is not responsible for ensuring, and will not independently verify, that these precautions are followed. - Canyon Creek HikeTrailhead Park, Austin, TX
Let's do a 3.5 mile hike in NW Austin at a brisk pace on rugged terrain. We may find one of the largest Oak trees in Travis County. This trail is rocky and has several hill climbs equivalent to 10 flights of stairs each. No pets please.
Afterwards, we can get a bite to eat at a local place such as torcheys tacos.Meet at the Canyon Creek Trailhead Park off Hwy 620 and Boulder Ln at 10984 Boulder Lane as described below:
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Canyon+Creek+Trailhead+Park,+Austin,+TX&hl=en&sll=30.438277,-97.8157&sspn=0.013043,0.026157&oq=canyon+creek+,+TX&hq=Canyon+Creek+Trailhead+Park,+Austin,+TX&t=m&z=17
Bring water and hiking boots. Hats are recommended.Participants MUST MAINTAIN 6 FEET DISTANCING at all times, and masks must be worn inside buildings where possible. Participants must sign a Liability Waiver upon arrival. You may view the waiver document: https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020
COVID-19 safety measures
Event will be outdoor
The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event. Meetup is not responsible for ensuring, and will not independently verify, that these precautions are followed. - Sierra Club Spring Potluck PicnicPease District Park, Austin, TX
Join the Austin Sierra Club for our annual Spring picnic at Pease Park. Bring a favorite dish (and serving utensil if needed) to share. Those with special diets may bring their own meal. There will not be a formal meeting, just a great meal with like-minded folks and plenty of visiting and conversation. Everyone is welcome, members and guests alike. We will supply recycleware, ice, and water--or bring your own. Pease Park prohibits glass containers and styrofoam; alcoholic beverages are permitted in the picnic area but must be in cans.
Parking is limited - most spots are available along the street in the 1500 block of Parkway. Consider biking, carpooling, or taking Cap Metro to the event. If you are driving and don't mind extra exercise, consider parking in the 2200 block of Parkway or at House Park (1301 Shoal Creek Blvd). https://peasepark.org/parking