City Walk Beware the Ides of March, 7.4 miles

Hints of ancient Rome surround us in Houston. From the triumphal arch beneath Sam Houston's statue in Hermann Park to classical nudes in the Cullen Sculpture Garden, the classical art and architecture adopted by the revolutionary founders of this country appear in public buildings, monuments, and homes across the city. On our way via Main street we will see courthouses, banks, old homes, and the great arched bridge over the bayou at Allen's Landing. Be sure to invite friends, Romans, and countrymen on this walk. Join us petty men as we walk beneath the huge legacy of the builders of our city. If you are lean and hungry afterwards enjoy pizza with friends at Fia's. (Little Caesar's was just too far)

As a bonus, free bottle of water for any bad Shakespeare or Latin puns. Come on out and enjoy the weather with new friends and old.

Wear light colored, loose fitting clothing, comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water. The heat in Texas is always a concern so let someone know if you are having a hard time. For more information about hiking check out this very useful hiking website:[ https://www.hatsandmore.org/](https://www.hatsandmore.org/)

Our organizers are not guides nor do we have any special training. We are here to come up with hiking ideas and get the hike started. Take the same precautions you would if hiking alone, including the fitness needed to make long hikes. Then enjoy the hike among friends.

COVID PRECAUTIONS:
Bring and wear a mask when not hiking and follow the best practices to prevent the transmission of COVID.

Parking:
Free Parking in the surrounding neighborhood or paid parking in the art museum garages.

Gathering Place:
Contemporary Art Museum
5216 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006
Directions to the Contemporary Art Musem
Call or text Alan at 713 863 8038 if you need help.

The Hike:
The walk is mostly paved and is a mix of sun and shade.

Weather Forecast:
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=29.7161&lon=-95.3902

Hike map is in the photos.

Optional After Hike Event:
Fia's on Caroline @ Binz