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Yep, we're getting into that time of the year. Night hikes! We'll start out in the sunshine, but it will likely get dusk while we're hiking, so you may want your headlamp for this one. It's going to be a gorgeous evening in the lower 60s when we start this hike, and it could be a bit muddy if we get the rain they are predicting over the weekend. So you may want your trekking poles and a change of shoes for your drive home. It's also still a good idea to bring water so you can stay hydrated. There are some hills, but none of them are especially demanding. The pace for this will be around 2.8mph for around 3 miles. You may like a change of shoes for your drive home. If there's interest, we can have dinner afterwards.

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. In order to be a member of this group and to attend Dayton Hikers events you must read and agree to the group's legal waiver at: Legal Waivers Page https://www.meetup.com/DaytonHikers/pages/Legal_Waiver/

9:00am start time.

As a courtesy to the other hikers, please arrive 5 minutes early so we can start hiking at the scheduled time. Thank you.

As we have done in the last couple of months, we'll continue hiking at a moderately brisk pace of approximately 3.0 mph. This is not a slow pace. Please ensure that you are able to meet this pace (20 minutes/mile) before you sign up. Please contact me prior to the hike if you are unsure. Meet at the billboard at the trail head directly next to the restrooms. If you have any questions/need directions or anything I can be reached at 937-287-7434; please text or leave a voicemail.

We will hike a combination of Sugarcreek trails. Please let me know if you prefer to do the 3 mile option so we can guide you back to the parking lot whenever you desire.

Dogs are permitted with leashes no longer than 8 feet, per park guidelines.

The Legal Stuff: The event host is just a fellow member volunteer, not a hiking guide or guru, nor possess any medical background. By participating in this event, 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 hiking rules during your participation on this hike. By participating in this event you agree to the Dayton Hikers legal waiver here: https://daytonhikers.com/waiver/

I have been walking upto 12 miles north and south on the west side of the Greater Miami for two years now.

My dog has walked with me when noone RSVPs. He does well with people but is not pack oriented.

Because my dog has proved more reliable than the people making reservations I have decided to change the focus of the hike to exploring the trails with my dog at a pace appropriate for beginning hikers.

Please come help me watch my dog sniff the side of the trail at about 2.8 mph. Walk can be under the canopy on the bike path, on the Buckeye trail, or along the Great Miami when weather permits.

Bring your own fluids.