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James River Hikers - Hiking With History takes pride in our reputation as a large welcoming community offering a variety of wholesome activities that will challenge, stimulate and entertain.
Want to explore Richmond's finest scenes, activities and venues with a community of nice local people who may become your new friends? If so, you'll love James River Hikers - Hiking With History.
Check out our calendar, and you'll find something for everyone. We do hikes, and other outdoor adventures, concerts, history, lectures, social and sporting events, parties, karaoke, volunteering for community support programs and much more.
While Event Organizers provide a framework for your Meetup experience, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for our Meetups, you acknowledge and agree that hiking, outdoor activities and any of our Meetups carry the risk of injury or even death, and that you accept those risks. Further, you understand and accept this disclaimer and agree not to bring any type of claim against the Event Organizers, James River Hikers or other participants.
Members are requested to not smoke during James River Hiker Meetups.
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Dennis, Founder of James River Hikers
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See all- Oct 6, 10 AM ~ Hike from Jefferson Park to Abner Clay ParkJefferson Park, Richmond, VA 23223, Richmond, VI
This is the perfect hike for a beginner, novice or rookie hiker. Also good for those new to Richmond who have heard of Church Hill, Jackson Ward and Main Street Station but never taken the opportunity to visit. The terrain is mostly flat, the only significant elevation change being the descent from Jefferson Park to Shockoe Bottom and the return climb back to the starting point from Abner Clay Park. The really good news is this is strictly an urban hike. There is no requirement to be able to ford a stream, or possess the ability to recognize toxic plants, negotiate rocks, roots, fallen trees, damp trail conditions, vines, low hanging branches, culverts, uncertain footing on hills, reptiles, spider webs, or scorpions.
We'll meet at the Jefferson Park Fountain and take a mid-morning hike of approximately 4.1 miles through the streets of Union Hill, Monroe Ward, Jackson Ward, the Capitol District and Shockoe Bottom. If you are unfamiliar with the meet up location at 21st Street and Jefferson Ave, add a few minutes to your travel schedule so you can find us.
If you don't have a clue about the location of Jefferson Park, click on the small map located under "How to find us". A larger interactive map will be displayed. Select "Directions" (upper left) and the best route from your current location to the Meet Up rendezvous spot will be calculated. Before the hike be sure to place anything that might invite theft in your trunk before you leave your car parked while you are hiking.
Curbside parking is available adjacent to the park on Princess Anne Ave, N 21st Street, E Clay St, and on E Leigh St but allow enough time to locate a space. This is a very dog friendly hike.
Participants should be able to maintain a pace of 2.5 miles per hour.• What to bring
Water bottle, cap or bonnet, clothing appropriate for the season, aspirin, sun block, insect repellent, band aids, & practical footwear.• Important to know
- Restroom facilities are available at Main Street Station and Jefferson Park when/if they are open.
- Anticipated weather on hike day!
- Police Non-emergency Number --> 804-646-5100
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