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This group is for anyone who likes to hike and walk on nature trails, backpacking trails and just about anywhere in the great outdoors. All those who are dedicated to hiking excursions in Ohio, with a focus on leaving no trace of litter on our lands can join us! We will get together for evening hikes on MetroParks trails, gather for day hikes in the Ohio State park and forest system. So lace up your hikers and hit the trail with us! And don't forget to check out the calendar for upcoming Meet-ups.
If you sign-up for an event, you are expected to attend the event. If you cannot attend, you are expected to change your RSVP within 24 hours or risk being removed from further hikes.
Waiver:
In consideration for being permitted to participate in HikeOhio and or HikeOhio events, I fully understand that outdoor activities can be dangerous and that the dangers inherent in such activities, including but not limited to exposure to severe weather, encounters with dangerous animals, equipment failure and misuse of equipment by myself and others, could result in my suffering serious bodily injury and/or death and I HEREBY: RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE AND COVENANT HIkeOhio, Meetup.com, leaders and/or participants in any activities and or any of the individual organizers or members of the club, or hold them in any way responsible for any injuries, incidents or other problems to both person, property and schedule.
I further expressly agree that the foregoing release, waiver and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by law and if any portion thereof is invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, not withstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.
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.
A valid individual photo of you is required for all profiles and new member requests. This means of you not pets, scenery, or other.
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Blendonwood Ravine Day Hike, 12:30 pm
Location visible to membersJoin me for a moderate hike at the Blendon Ravine metro park, a recent addition to the metro park system, but not very well known.
Natural trail up and down the ravine.
We are going to follow Big Walnut Creek and see the eagle nest.
And going where the mansion used to be.
We are crossing waterer, recommended waterproof hiking boots or shows, dress appropriately.
We leave precisely at 12:30Parking:
No parking area, we park along the Cambria street in front of a grass area.IF YOU RSVP AND/OR ATTEND THIS EVENT, YOU ARE AUTOMATICALLY AGREEING TO THE WAIVER OF LIABILITY STATEMENT LOCATED UNDER THE 'About' SECTION OF THE HIKEOHIO MEETUP SITE: https://www.meetup.com/hiking-555/
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Two/five miles fitness hike at Highbanks (Oak Coves)
Location visible to membersWe meet at the Oak Coves Picnic area next to the playground/toilets (exact coordinates (40.15005,-83.02979).
This is a weekly after-work hike.
We will do the south loop first (see below), go by our cars for the 2-milers and possibly pick up late people (we should be there in about 40-50 minutes), then do the north/west loop and come back to the cars again for the 5-milers (people who want to do 5 miles).
Hikers with smartphones are encouraged to keep track of where they are during the hike with an application like Google "Fit" (I use this currently) or Map My Hike etc.. I use both on my android phone, and they are pretty nice!
Pace: Around 3.5 miles/hour. Please join us only if you feel comfortable with this speed and these settings! Otherwise, make sure you have a map of the park and a GPS-smartphone.
WE DON'T PERFORM A HEADCOUNT AFTER THE HIKE.
We will be leaving promptly at the announced time so please plan to come 5-10 min early!
If you happen to come late, you can wait in the car, and we should be back there for the second loop (see above too) - please do call me if you have my phone number (you can ask me for it). Or if you know where we are going to you can try to find us.
Sorry; no dogs are allowed due to park regulations.
Directions: In words: enter Highbanks Metro Park (from route 23), drive past the nature center, turn left, drive maybe a quarter of a mile, and park at the 3rd parking lot you see (the one with playground and toilets); it is the Oak Coves Picnic Area.!
Just for info we will be going on these trails (in sequence):
FIRST LOOP: Dripping rock, Overlook, Dripping rock, Oak coves,
SECOND LOOP: Dripping Rock, Oak coves
Weather: I will try to cancel the meeting around 1-3 hours earlier and I will send an email if there will be heavy rain or thunderstorms! If it is light rain, we will keep it up and just carry a raincoat (or an umbrella if appropriate)!
Shoes, clothes: just wear comfortable hiking (or walking/running) shoes and comfortable clothes. In the winter, It can get pretty cold, so make sure you dress for the weather!
Water: There are working water fountains every couple of miles or you can bring a bottle of water with you if you want to.
My cell phone: if you want to be able to contact me, please contact me through this web page, and I will send you my cell phone number.
Some hikers socialize afterwards at the Olentangy River Brewing Co., which has a food truck.
🍺 Olentangy Brewery
🍔 Food TruckIF YOU RSVP AND/OR ATTEND THIS EVENT, YOU ARE AUTOMATICALLY AGREEING TO THE WAIVER OF LIABILITY STATEMENT LOCATED UNDER THE 'Pages' SECTION OF THE HIKEOHIO MEETUP SITE: https://www.meetup.com/hiking-555/pages/Waiver_of_Liability/
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Free yoga
Location visible to membersThis yoga class is for all levels.
The studio has a normal temperature, and everything you need is provided. However, you can bring your own mat if you have one.
Please sign up for the website.
www.indigosunwellnessstudio.com
636 Chase Rd, 43214IF YOU RSVP AND/OR ATTEND THIS EVENT, YOU ARE AUTOMATICALLY AGREEING TO THE WAIVER OF LIABILITY STATEMENT LOCATED UNDER THE 'About' SECTION OF THE HIKEOHIO MEETUP SITE: https://www.meetup.com/hiking-555/
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