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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
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- April 23, 10:00 am: Petersburg; Garden Club tour of seven Mansions.Ragland Mansion LLC, Petersburg, VA$40.00
Join your fellow hikers as we tour seven mansions in historic Petersburg. To quote the Garden Club. “Poplar Lawn is one of Petersburg's grandest neighborhoods and is .
the location of its spring tour. There is a park in the neighborhood’s center. Most showcased properties are within easy walking, distance of each other. Related activities, including a tea will be held in the park, weather permitting. Located a short drive from the tour area is the Centre Hill mansion, a Garden Club of Virginia restoration site, which will also welcome visitors.
Tickets are $40:00 per person in advance or $50:00 at the door. Pay in advance at VAGardenWeek.org. Same address for day of tickets.
Lunch is available at Christ & Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 S. Sycamore St. 11:30 to 2 p.m. for $14:00 (currently I do not know the menu) Proceeds benefit Historic Blandford Cemetery. The church sanctuary will be open and features mid-19th century Tiffany-stained class.
Touring Notes: As a courtesy to homeowners, please avoid wearing shoes that could damage flooring.
For more info and so I will not have to plagiarize the Garden Club handbook here is the link to more info. https://www.vagardenweek.org/tours/petersburg/
We will meet at the Ragland Mansion 241 S. Sycamore St (tour HQ). This is a self guided tour so we can break into small groups and tour at our own pace.
Restroom facilities are available at tour HQ.