Old Rag Hike Club Reunion V
Details
Dear Old Raggers,
classic loop including the famous rock scramble.
Members with national park cards will cover entry for those without (as guests). Please assemble in the new parking lot near the Ranger booth, where cardholders will escort the group. This new parking lot is about 1/4 mile further down the road from the old lot.
Toward the end of the hike, it’s advisable to continue straight down the road to the parking lot instead of taking the circuitous forest route, despite signage. The road is public and can be used.
The hike covers approximately 9 miles. There’s plenty of detailed information online, so please review it before deciding to join.
Meeting Points:
• 11:30 AM: At the parking lot trailhead (remember, it’s further up the road at the new lot).
• 09:15 AM sharp—Vienna Metro GMU Station westbound, north side for ride-sharing. A rest stop is planned en route. A $5 gas share per person is customary for carpooling.
Rest Stop:
We’ll take a 10-minute break at the Exxon (18179 Lee Hwy, Amissville, VA 20106), arriving around 10:10 AM after departing from Vienna Metro.
Trailhead Location:
Use the link below for directions:
Trailhead Location
WhatsApp Link for Event Communication:
WhatsApp Group
https://chat.whatsapp.com/I6rXhXLGVNY8oiVI5UdDf6?s=cl&p=i&mlu=1&amv=1
Please join the WhatsApp group for updates and event day communication. Note: There is no signal or connectivity in the hiking area until we reach the top of the mountain.
What to Bring:
• Minimum of 1.0 liter of water
• Snack lunch for the top
• Layered clothing to adapt to changing weather
After the hike, we may go to a restaurant (if there is interest). More details will be provided on the day of the event.
For any questions, contact Paul via WhatsApp at +1 202 276 6318.
Looking forward to a great hike!
RELEASE OF LIABILITY & ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT: 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, 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 Adventures” meetup group’s leadership as well as the designated hike leaders for the hikes I am participating in.m