Hiking and Riding in Taipei

Hello, anyone interested joining Pintian + Zhiyou Mountain Hike? It is regarded as one of the best hiking trail in Taiwan and part of the infamous Wuling Quadruple and Holy Ridge Trail. Considered as medium level hike rated as Grade B by National Park, with some steep section which requires to traverse with the help of fixed ropes. From its peak, in a good weather, we can view the whole "O" Holy Ridge trail. How to join: Fill the form at this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rjzM5y3ZMHtwsDRw-WqwtlRYONdfhghUorzPALLVYgI , and submit your data, including the picture of you on 3000+ mountain as link or email attachment (compulsory!). Maximum 3 + me = 4 people in a team. If you are eligible for this hike, I will notice you via email. Fist come first serve, considering your hiking experience and whether you have done the payment. RSVP doesn't guarantee your place Fee: 2800 NTD Participation Policy: 1. Must pay the fee before RSVP, 2. 100% refund in case of the event is cancelled / postponed by the Organizer or not enough member to join the trip, 3. 0% if you cancel it without any reason, What will be provided: - Transportation from and to Taipei - Wuling Farm - entrance fee, - gas canister, - stove if you want to cook, or expect to use a lot of gas, please prepare your own pot, and carry extra stove and gas Itinerary Day[masked] gather and depart from Taipei, location: Huanshan Station Exit 2 (Tamsui MRT Line) 10.30 arrived at Wuling Farm 11.00 start the hike 17.00 Chiyou Mountain, 19.00 Xinda Hut 19.30 rest, dinner, etc Day[masked] wake up, have some breakfast 04.00 start hiking to Pintian Mountain 05.30 Arrive at Pintian Mountain Peak 07.00 Peeking at Pintian Cliffs 09.00 Xinda hut 11.00 return to the trailhead What you need to carry: 1. hiking boot, 2. Trekking Suite, Jacket and raincoat, 3. Trekking Pole(s), 4. Food, Snacks, Water, 5. Personal Medicine, 6. Headlamp, 7. Gaiters (optional), Warm Gloves and Hat 8. Sunscreen, sun glass, 9. toiletries, 10. spare clothes, 11. sleeping bag, 12. light sleeping pad. If you feel challenged enough for this hike, and know what to expect, please sign up for this hike. thank you and see you on the trail! any question, leave me message at [masked]

The short taxi ride from Xindian MRT takes us to the In Ho Dong Temple trailhead and we'll continue via the drum performance area to Maokong. Most of the hike is on natural dirt paths/steps, and there is one fairly steep roped section. It takes about 4 hours--8 kms depending on the route, and there is an optional big dinner afterwards in Maokong at an outdoor restaurant with great views. After the hike you can take the gondola, bus, or walk down to get home. Bring: 1.5 liter water. Hiking or sport shoes. Small change for the share taxi (about NT$150/car). Flashlight/headlamp. Optional: hiking pole, Family Mart gloves, waterproof jacket. Optional dinner is about NT$300/person but depends on what we order. No shows or people who cancel last minute will be banned from the group. If you can't go please delete yourself from the event ASAP. Attending this event means you have read and agreed to the following rules: http://tinyurl.com/hart-rules2014 My phone number in case of emergencies: zero[masked]