RED, BLACK AND GREEN MLK HIKE
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The Goombay RED, BLACK & GREEN MLK HIKE 2026
Join Goombay Adventurers for a powerful and uplifting MLK Day hike as we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. the Goombay way—in nature, in motion, and in community. This hike is more than miles—it’s a moment. Come walk with intention, celebrate legacy, and move forward together.
Dress Code:
Participants are asked to wear RED, BLACK, and/or GREEN (any combination). These Pan-African colors represent strength, unity, resilience, and pride, and together we’ll make the trail a moving tribute.
Saturday, Jan. 19th | 11am-2pm
This is a Moderate Level hike which is open to beginners and advance hikers. The terrain will involve moderate inclines with mostly flat terrain. This trail is 7 miles.
BURNT MILLS PARK-WEST
10701 Columbia Pike, Silver Springs, MD 20901
* We will meet in the Burnt Mills-West Special Parking lot
REGISTER AT WWW.GOOMBAY.NET
HIKE AGENDA:
10:45am: Hikers check in at the entrance to the visitor center. You will see the group assembling by the parking lot.
11:00am: Hikers assemble for welcome announcement
11:15am: Hike begins
2:00pm: Hike ends
SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LIST
- Day Pack with hydration pack or water bottles
- Trekking Poles (optional)
- Sturdy hiking boots or trail sneakers
- Small First Aid Kit (optional)
- Weather-appropriate clothing (think moisture-wicking and layers)
- Hat or scarf
- Trail snacks & plenty of water
- Wipes/Toilet Paper
- Hand Warmers
- Cell phone with back up battery
If you have any questions please contact Butch at 202.210-1957
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By Meetup
In-person, moderate-level MLK Day group hike by Goombay Adventurers for the Goombay community to honor MLK and foster unity; participants wear red, black, or green.
AI summary
By Meetup
In-person, moderate-level MLK Day group hike by Goombay Adventurers for the Goombay community to honor MLK and foster unity; participants wear red, black, or green.