Active Adventurers

4.8•625 ratings

Ruckersville, VA, US

2,988 members · Public group

What we’re about

Active-Adventurers is a welcoming and fun place for good people within Virginia, Maryland, DC, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania who want to get together and have fun enjoying active outdoor activities with like-minded people regardless of their age, sex, race, orientation, religion, country of origin, etc. Our members are diverse, interesting, and friendly.

I'm always looking for people interested in hosting activities, whether it be occasionally or on a regular ongoing basis. If you want to host activities, just let me know, and I'll set you up as an Event Organizer. The objective for this group is to have a diverse schedule of activities such as hiking, camping, backpacking, fishing, rock climbing, bouldering, caving, etc., that cover a wide spectrum of interests. Come join our great group of members, have fun with us, and bring your talents and interests to share with us too. I look forward to meeting you. If you want to lead some events, message me, Rich Bethea, using the app. I'll get right back to you. Thanks.

Bookmark us at: meetup.com/active_adventurers

Featured event

Sun, Nov 9 · 10:00 AM EST

Hike the Priest and Spy Rock (10.6 miles, 2,523' gain)

Upper Crabtree Falls Parking Area, 12119 Meadow Lane, tyro, va, US

DESCRIPTION:
Two beautiful hikes combined into one. This combo is not to be missed if you've never done it. Plus, the autumn leaves will be beautiful. This is a moderately strenuous hike, not the hardest, but not the easiest either.

ALLTRAILS MAP: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/custom-route-spy-rock-via-crabtree-falls-64e6757?u=i&sh=y1w9cy

BRING: Good Hiking Boots or Trail Shoes, trekking poles if you have them, plenty of water, snacks, and a lunch.

PARKING/CARPOOLING/CARAVANING: Gather at the Meadows Lane Crabtree Falls Parking Area at 9:45 AM to get started. We will gather and head in together.

I encourage carpooling wherever possible. If you need a ride or want a ride, look at the list of attendees and where they live (it says in their profile). Then, for those who live near you, hit the "Chat" button to ask if they want or can offer a ride. Be sure you coordinate at least the day before with who you are riding with to ensure you are in sync. If you are a rider, please chip in towards gas (usually $5 - $20 depending on distance and # of riders). Additionally, you can post a request to give or receive a ride in the chat section of the event.

POST EVENT DINNER, DRINKS, & SOCIALIZATION:
We will stop to get dinner & drinks afterward at a place to be determined. Make sure whoever you ride with has the same plans as you so you can eat afterward if you want.

EXPECTATIONS: Download the trail map onto your phone before you arrive. Bring plenty of drinking water and a lunch/snacks. Know your physical limits and cardiovascular fitness. Bring proper clothing and gear for the weather. If you have any concerns or questions, don't hesitate to contact the hike leader via the chat feature or direct messaging.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY & ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT: By attending this hike, I acknowledge that hiking in nature carries the risk of potential harm to myself up to and including the risk of injuries such as broken bones or muscle/tendon injuries, illness, disability, or death. These can be caused by slipping or falling off rocks due to loss of balance or lack of coordination; twisting ankles on rocks, brush, limbs, or ice; Acts of nature such as rock falls, inclement weather, lightning, strong wind, extreme temperatures; drownings in rivers, streams, or other bodies of water; drinking unfiltered contaminated water or becoming dehydrated; succumbing to heat exhaustion; getting bit or stung by venomous reptiles, animals, or insects; and my own or other’s negligent or risky behaviors. This list is not exhaustive nor is it inclusive of all risks. In response, I release and hold harmless with respect to all injury, disability, death, or loss of property, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, the “Active Adventurers” meetup group’s leadership as well as the designated hike leaders for this hike.

SICKNESS (COVID/FLU/COLD): As always, if you have been exposed to a contagious illness, or are having any symptoms at all, please do not attend. There will be plenty of future events.

DOGS: Don't bring dogs. They can't handle the many steep steps.