Hike Mount Morgan and Mount Percival

So you want in on this expedition? Great—just know it’s not a walk to Dunkin’. To participate, you should:

• Have a positive attitude (grumbling allowed, existential dread not).
• Have hiked at least one moderately complex trail before.
• Understand that distance ≠ difficulty—five miles with ladders, caves, and ledges can feel longer than your last relationship.
• Be reasonably fit. (If you can walk up two flights of stairs without cursing humanity, you’re probably fine.)

Route details for your doomscrolling pleasure: AllTrails – Mt. Morgan & Mt. Percival Loop

Sign-up instructions:
Sign up for this adventure here: https://p.ridj-it.com/app/trip-detail?id=114722
Please note you'll need a Ridj-it account to join; this is different from a Meetup account. We also organize carpool on this link, and you can check there if there's room. You can always ask the trip spark on Ridj-it if they can open more spots if the trip fills up. Please ask your questions on the Ridj-it link.

### Health & Responsibility Fine Print

Please inform the organizer if you have any medical conditions that could cause concern on the trail. This includes—but is not limited to—allergies, asthma, diabetes, or a heart condition. (Basically, if your body has a surprise party planned, we’d like to know.)
This trip is run entirely by volunteers, powered by snacks and sarcasm. No entry fees, just teamwork. Stick together, hike together.

### Snacks & Hydration

You are responsible for your own trail food. Good choices: raisins, peanuts, candy bits, dried fruit, cookies, fruit & grain bars. Bad choices: raccoons, squirrels, or stream water. Bring at least two liters of potable water.
Pro tip: Snacks are basically the currency of friendship out here.

### Cave Crawls, Ladders & Other Shenanigans

Expect ladder climbs on Morgan, optional cave squeezes on Percival, and exposed ledges with views over Squam Lake. If caves and ladders aren’t your thing, bypass routes exist. Bring your sense of adventure—and maybe kneepads for your dignity.

### Clothing & Footwear

Clothing is important. (I usually wear it.) But the most critical gear isn’t clothing at all—it’s your boots. Make sure yours are broken in for at least eight hours of actual walking. (Office carpeting doesn’t count.)
Other essentials:

• Waterproof jacket (non-negotiable).
• Rain pants (optional but useful).
• Fleece jacket for when things get chilly.
• Non-cotton clothing (because cotton + sweat = misery).

### Ridjit-Approved Prep Tips (How Not to Die, Trip, or Cry)

1. Check the weather – NH storms have personality disorders.
2. Layer up – avoid becoming trail jerky.
3. Boots matter – blisters aren’t badges of honor.
4. Snacks = currency – trail mix is Bitcoin out here.
5. Hydrate – water > coffee (sad, but true).
6. Navigation > vibes – download the map before Steve gets you lost.
7. Trek poles = dignity sticks – faceplant reduction tech.
8. Tell someone your plan – otherwise, SAR will roast you posthumously.
9. Start early – daylight beats headlamps of shame.
10. Embrace the ridiculous – squeeze through caves, climb ladders, swear at ledges, and laugh about it later.

### Closing Note

At worst, you’ll come home with sore calves, mud on your pants, and a funny story about how Steve definitely went the wrong way in a cave. At best? Two summits, epic lake views, and bragging rights on Instagram.
So lace up, pack up, and bring your best trail banter.

Note: This trip is sparked by Prashant, who's sparked adventures before and been on about 27 of them. He doesn't use Meetup to organize; he uses Ridj-it. Please leave questions and comments on the Ridj-it link.