What we’re about
I love to share my outdoor activities with other "singles" in the hopes they get encourage to keep active and try to live a healthier life style. I have been hiking, camping, and exploring areas through out the southwest parts of the United States for more than 50 yrs. At times I go hiking on my own or with friend and other times with international students from the university of New Mexico. You are welcomed to follow my YouTube channel to see some of the hikes I have uploaded. I go hiking some where weekly now that I am retired. My YouTube channel @daveshikesnewmexico
My rules for hiking is to enjoy the outdoors with like minded singles, respect others, respect nature, respect the hiking trails, no trash left on trails, no graffiti, pack it in - pack it out.
Max persons per hike is 10.
Safety for all, no politics, respect others believes, sexual orientations, and race. Watching out for the safety of all is a must. You must stay with the group while hiking so no one gets lost. No pets allowed! some folks are not comfortable. Children's allowed if they are behaved and can keep up. Usually older than 10 yrs old. You are responsible for your kids and their actions.
No smoking, no e-cigarettes, drugs, alcohol, pepper spray or guns allowed. Just you: dressed! Hiking shoes, a backpack, walking stick, water, snacks, sun screen lotion if you need it, and be ready to enjoy the company of other like minded folks. You must take your own water and snacks and all things you need.
You must be able to meet us at the start of the trail. So you must have a car or get a ride with someone. You must message me if you are running late. Folks that don't follow rules will be removed.
I love young people and for the last 20 years continue to enjoyed taking international students from the UNM as a volunteer.
I do easy hikes to mid range hikes from flat trails to 1400 feet elevation difference. It all depends on what area I want to go explore next. But as I get older I do enjoy more flat hikes. Most times I am out for up to 6 hours hiking. I am there to cover miles not speed. My goal is to exercise keep active and enjoy nature, not interested in been in a hurry. I stop take pictures, listen to the wild life and smell the outdoors. There have been times I get a cramp and have to turn back. It happens. lol
I do take videos of all hikes and do edit them to post them on my YouTube channel. So you must be aware to stay away from my camera if you don't want to be a star on YouTube.
If this sounds OK with you sign up.
I have a safety disclaimer form to be signed by any one going on my hikes.