
What we’re about
### 🥾 Welcome to Our Purpose-Driven Hiking Club We offer private, curated walks, hikes , activities, adventure's and events etc. led by trained trail or event leaders — with options for individuals, couples, families, or small groups of friends, or travelers seeking peace, purpose, and structure in nature.
📍This is a private club — 🛑not a public RSVP group. All hikes or walks adventures etc. are arranged directly through message-based coordination and an attendance request form not RSVP's.
No crowds. No party scenes. No swiping. Just structure, peace, and connection — rooted in safety and respect for nature.
✅ We offer 1-on-1, and small group walks, hikes , adventure's, activities, events etc. — for couples, friends, or travelers visiting the region — all guided and custom
✅ Training & mentorship available
✅ Leave No Trace + permit-aligned
✅ Quiet hikes, scenic loops, or beach walks
✅ Veteran-supportive, faith-friendly, and beginner-welcoming
✅Experienced hikers looking for structured outings without Meetup chaos
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### 📌 How It Works:
We don’t post public RSVP events. Every walk, hike, adventure or event is customized and pre-arranged.
➡️ Learn how to join a hike:
Welcome & How It Works Guide
➡️ Review required safety rules and disclaimer:
Safety Policy & Trail Conduct
### 🧭 Start Here: Orientation & Safety Materials
Before your first hike or training, all members must review the following:
📘 Welcome to the Hiking Club
📋 Hiking Safety & Gear Checklist
✅ Pre-Hike Checklist
📢 Hiking Essentials & Emergency Whistle Guide
🪨**Cairns & Trail Markers – What They Are and Why They Matter**
🔗 Trail Club Lodging, Hotel, and Ride Policy
🔗 🚫 No Alcohol or Substance Use Policy
🔐 Member Verification Policy & Zoom Check-In Form
1️⃣ Fill Out the Verification Form
This step confirms basic identity & health/safety info so we can ensure a safe & aligned experience for everyone.
🔗 Hiking Club Verification Form
https://forms.gle/g1YCxq6REtby9v1m7
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Copy & paste into your browser → https://forms.gle/g1YCxq6REtby9v1m7
🔐 Don’t Have a Google Account?
You’ll need one to access the verification form linked above.
Create one here (free and quick):
https://accounts.google.com/signup
If you need help setting up an account, message us — we’re happy to assist.
🔐 Note: You’ll need to sign in with a Google account to access this form.
If you don’t have one, create one here: https://accounts.google.com/signup
Link not working 🔗 Create a Google account :
Copy & paste into your browser → https://accounts.google.com/signup
( If you need help making an account let us know)
This helps us protect the space, verify submissions, & match you to the right trail circles.
📝 Prefer Paper? You Can Now Print & Email Your Verification Form
Some members have asked for an offline option — so here it is:
You can now download, print, and fill out the New Member Verification Form by hand and email it back to us. ( No google sign in required)
✅ Here’s How:
Download the printable form here:
🔗https://docs.google.com/document/d/10lRlggkSOmspOS2rusYTr6PhYLXOowRQ/export?format=doc
2️⃣🔐 Required Form: Trail Energy & Safety Intake Form ( No google sign in required)
📝 Must be completed before attending any hike, event, or training.
🔓 No login needed — open to all.
👉 Fill out the form (10–15 min)
📄 Prefer paper? Email the printable version to:
**hikingexpeditionadventures@gmail.com**
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🔐 Required Form: Trail Energy & Safety Intake Form
Copy & paste into your browser → https://forms.gle/9k9ddFKMouBv7KtP8
📝 Prefer Paper? You Can Now Print & Email Your Trail Energy & Safety Intake Form
Some members have asked for an offline option — so here it is:
You can now download, print, and fill out the Trail Energy & Safety Intake Form by hand and email it back to us. ( No google sign in required)
✅ Here’s How:
Download the printable form here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gIb3ELqEWKVJKZck_45sXs86NRKYoCGK/view?usp=sharing
📌 Need help scanning or emailing it? Just message us — we’ve got you.
📞 A quick Zoom check-in will still follow once your form is reviewed.
🔧 Having trouble with a link?
DM the admin or email us at **hikingexpeditionadventures@gmail.com** to report a broken link or get direct access.
3️⃣Schedule a Quiet Zoom Check-In
A short 1-on-1 chat (under 15 minutes) to ask about what you’re looking for, what kind of support feels right, and where you’d feel most at home.
No pressure. No performance. Just space to be seen.
You can also send what you’re looking for, what kind of support feels right, and where you’d feel most at home. That’s okay too, however a zoom meeting is required prior to attendance — just let us know and we’ll work with you quietly.
These links explain our trail process, safety expectations, gear requirements, and how we match people with the right trail energy.
🪖 We hike with preparation, not performance. Show up ready — and at peace.
📘 Want to understand how and why we operate this way?
Read the Strategic Operations Brief to learn about our structure, our choice to avoid open RSVPs, and the values behind how we build trust, safety, and leadership on the trail. It’s not just hiking — it’s protection, clarity, and peace.
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### 🧭 Want to Hike?
Message DM: Me or The Scheduling Admin direct.
Tell us your comfort level, your travel range, and what kind of trail energy you're looking for.
We’ll match you with a safe, respectful walk, hike , adventure, event — or guide you through training if you’d like to learn. ( Forms and steps above must be completed first)
🚫 Note to Visitors:
We cap RSVPs to protect event quality and ensure purposeful coordination.
If you’ve been waitlisted, simply message us with trail goals or adventures your seeking — and we’ll connect you directly if aligned.( Forms and steps above must be completed first)
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 🌊 Avalon Beach Day (Weather-Dependent) Swimming, Surfing, Paddle Boarding,Avalon, Avalon , NJ
📍 Avalon, NJ – Weather is Beginning To Look Good For: Swimming, Surfing, Paddle Boarding, Beach Activities & More Hey crew —We’re keeping Avalon on rotation for member beach hangs. Whether it’s surfing, swimming, or just unplugging on the sand, — this one’s open to just our members. We’ll activate beach day events based on weather, availability, and member interest.
⚠️ Important Info – Please Read:- 📍This is a private club activity — not a public event.
- No RSVP required through Meetup. Coordination is done privately.
- DM Joey De or the Scheduling Admin direct to join or help coordinate.
🌊 Water Notes:
- Ocean temps may still be cool — a wetsuit or rash guard is recommended for extended water time.
- Beach tags can be purchased onsite.
- Bring your gear: surfboards, paddle boards, beach games — or let us know if you need help finding rentals.
🏖️ Beach Basecamp Setup:
We’ll have a canopy, flags/markers for visibility.
➡️ Exact beach location (GPS pin) will be sent via DM to confirmed members.
🙏 Honoring Local Service:
We’ll also be there to support and recognize the crew and my close friends who serve the community with heart:- Matthew Wolf, Chief
- Ryan Black, Captain
- Craig Whitehead Sr., Erich Wolf, Tyler Wolf, Shane McGrath, Ian Keyser, Danielle Smith | Lieutenants
George & Jack Glomb …plus many others who keep Avalon safe and welcoming.
📌 Need help with your setup?
Visit: BeachSetupGuy.com
Serving Avalon, Stone Harbor, and Sea Isle City
📧 beachsetupguy@gmail.com | 📱 215-300-9320
This is a flexible, casual beach day — open to members of the private club who align with our values of calm energy, clean connection, and respect for each other and the space.
Let’s make it a good one.
DM Joey De or the Scheduling Admin to plug in. - 🥾Honor Hikes & Trail Leader Coordination (DM to Join)Needs location
Fridays are for quiet strength — for walking with purpose, giving back to the trail, or mentoring someone else in motion.
📍This Is A Private Club Anchor – Not an RSVP Event 🛑 Not a public hike. DM for access if aligned. Hikes are arranged privately and flexibly based on your availability — not during the posted time slot.
🌱 We Shape the Trail Around You
Just a quick reminder — this isn’t an RSVP one-size-fits-all hiking group.
We don’t build a calendar and expect you to fit in.
We build everything around the members and the people who show up.Whether you: Need a reset walk or strength-focused hike
Prefer tree cover over rocky slopes Want skill-based sessions like land nav or gear prep Or just want a kind space to breathe and move... We’ll shape it around you.🎯 This club is grounded in presence, not pressure. DM if something here speaks to you — or keep walking quietly until it’s time.
We’ll be here. Trail’s open.If you’re looking to connect through service, support others in a calm setting, or explore how to lead with care and integrity — Friday is for you. Hikes , adventures or events, this day may be paired with veterans, trail stewards, or those simply looking for grounded presence.
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### ✅ How to Join:
### 📌 We don’t build a static calendar and expect you to squeeze in.
We shape each step around our members.We don’t post-and-hope or guess who’ll show up — we verify identity, review intake forms, and coordinate based on what you share.
We customize each step based on what members share in their intake forms.
That’s how we shape safe hikes, pace, events, and circles etc., — built with Presence & Purpose.
To participate in any private hike, trail session, or adventure:- Complete the Two Required Forms
🛡 Hiking Club Verification Form
🥾 Trail Energy + Travel Intake — Member Check-In
(Printable versions available — just ask.)
2. Schedule a Brief Zoom Check-InThis helps us align pace, goals, and trail circles based on your form responses.
3. Message Us With:• Your comfort or fitness level
• Your travel range (local / mid-range / extended)
• What kind of trail you prefer (quiet, scenic, beach, incline, etc.)We don’t build around RSVPs — we build around you.
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### We’ll coordinate tailored to your vibe, not the crowd.***
### 🧭 Areas Covered (Based on Travel Time)
I'm open to meeting up at some great spots I know well, categorized by how far you're willing to go:
Local (15–30 minutes) – Moorestown, Rancocas Woods, Pennsauken trails, Palmyra Cove Nature Park
Mid-range (1–2 hours) – South & Central NJ, Wharton State Forest, Wissahickon Valley (PA), Avalon/Stone Harbor beach walks, Batsto Village, Valley Forge
Extended range (2.5–4 hours) – Delaware Water Gap, Poconos, Catskills, northern PA ridgelines, major NJ/NY/PA scenic routes and state parks✨ And many more depending on season, interest, or request
➡️ View Additional Hiking & Nature Spots (continuously updated)***
### Hike Types & Terrain
I’ve been to all these areas and know the trails well. We can choose based on what you’re in the mood for:
✅ Easy & flat trails
🌿 Mild to moderate inclines
⛰️ More challenging terrain with steep inclines, steps, or rock scrambles
🌊 Waterfalls, lakes, rivers, wilderness, peaks, and beach trails***
### 🕓 Timing
Totally flexible depending on weather and interest
Hikes can range from quick 1-hour walks to full-day adventures
Open to weekday or weekend meetups***
### 🚗 Logistics
Open to carpooling or meeting at the location.
Happy to recommend what to bring or how to prep for trail conditions.
Transit Access:
Our carpooling location is directly connected to a River Line Light Rail station, making it easy for those arriving by public transportation.- River Line Light Rail: Local NJ rail line that serves many nearby trail areas
- PATCO Speedline: High-speed rail from Philadelphia to South Jersey — connects at the Broadway/Rand Transportation Center (also a River Line station)
- Amtrak: National rail service — connect with River Line at Trenton Transit Center for long-distance coordination
- NJ Transit Trip Planner: Plan your full route using rail, bus, and transfers across NJ and into PA/NY
Let us know if you’re arriving by public transit — we’ll coordinate your hike meetup accordingly.
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### 💬 Interested?
Just reply here or DM me if you'd like to coordinate!
Let me know your comfort level and timing, and I’ll match the best walk, hike, activity or adventure to your vibe.
Walk with purpose. Lead when called. Honor always. 👣***
📌 Before hiking, please review:
Welcome & How It Works
Safety Policy & Disclaimer
🧭 New: Why We Run This Club the Way We Do
Read the Strategic Operations Brief
(For those wondering about our structure, safety flow, or why we don’t use public RSVPs:) - 🪖 Training Series 1D – Survival Skills And AwarenessNeeds location
This isn’t a simple one-day class. It’s part of a multi-phase survival training series modeled after SOF-level doctrine It’s based on real-world SOF survival training — the kind used when everything goes wrong and there’s no backup coming.
You have 30 seconds to act — and your decisions determine whether you survive. Whether stranded, injured, or separated in unfamiliar terrain, this session teaches you how to adapt, stay calm under pressure, and survive with skill — not luck.### ⏱️ Time Clarification
This event appears on Friday as part of our coordination rhythm. Meetup requires a listed time, but:
📍This Is A Private Club Anchor – Not an RSVP Event 🛑 Not a public event. DM for access if aligned. ➡️Training is conducted flexibly and arranged privately — not during the posted time.Rooted in U.S. Army Cavalry Scout and SOF doctrine, this class blends field-tested strategy with real situational awareness: no gimmicks, no fluff, just mission-critical skills.
Led by an Army Cavalry Scout (19D), this session includes water sourcing, shelter building, fire strategy, and terrain-based decision-making. It’s designed for both trail leaders and everyday hikers who want to move through wilderness with confidence — not panic.
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### 📚 Required Reading:
Wilderness Survival Training Course
🧭 New: Why We Run This Club the Way We Do
Read the Strategic Operations Brief
(For those wondering about our structure, safety flow, or why we don’t use public RSVPs:)***
### 🔥 Some Of The Many Key Things You’ll Learn:
- Rule of 3’s: air, shelter, water, food
- The STOP mindset (Stop, Think, Observe, Plan)
- Fire and heat sources
- Basic knots, signaling, and mental calm under pressure
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### 🚨 Participation Instructions:
This is a private training program — not a public RSVP.
All participation is arranged via message-based scheduling with the Admin team.📥 To begin this module:
Message the Scheduling Admin to coordinate timing and activate your certification tracker.***
🪵 You don’t survive by accident. You survive because you trained for it.
Preparedness is peace in action. - 🥾Weekend Trail Builder — Private Hike Coordination (DM to Join)🌊Needs location
🥾Thinking about getting outside this weekend but not sure where or when?
📍This Is A Private Club Anchor – Not an RSVP Event 🛑 Not a public hike. DM for access if aligned. Hikes are arranged privately and flexibly based on your availability — not during the posted time slot.
🌱 We Shape the Trail Around You
Just a quick reminder — this isn’t an RSVP one-size-fits-all hiking group.
We don’t build a calendar and expect you to fit in.
We build everything around the members and the people who show up.Whether you: Need a reset walk or strength-focused hike
Prefer tree cover over rocky slopes Want skill-based sessions like land nav or gear prep Or just want a kind space to breathe and move... We’ll shape it around you.🎯 This club is grounded in presence, not pressure. DM if something here speaks to you — or keep walking quietly until it’s time.
We’ll be here. Trail’s open.Each Saturday, we open up our trail, adventures or events, options for custom planning. Whether you want something social, scenic, solo, or challenging — let us know. We’ll pair you with the right guide and route for your goals.
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### ✅ How to Join:
### 📌 We don’t build a static calendar and expect you to squeeze in.
We shape each step around our members.
We don’t post-and-hope or guess who’ll show up — we verify identity, review intake forms, and coordinate based on what you share.We customize each step based on what members share in their intake forms.
That’s how we shape safe hikes, pace, events, and circles etc., — built with Presence & Purpose.
To participate in any private hike, trail session, or adventure:
- Complete the Two Required Forms
🛡 Hiking Club Verification Form
🥾 Trail Energy + Travel Intake — Member Check-In
(Printable versions available — just ask.) - Schedule a Brief Zoom Check-In
This helps us align pace, goals, and trail circles based on your form responses. - Message Us With:
• Your comfort or fitness level
• Your travel range (local / mid-range / extended)
• What kind of trail you prefer (quiet, scenic, beach, incline, etc.)
We don’t build around RSVPs — we build around you.
***
### We’ll coordinate tailored to your vibe, not the crowd.
***
### 🧭 Areas Covered (Based on Travel Time)
I'm open to meeting up at some great spots I know well, categorized by how far you're willing to go:
Local (15–30 minutes) – Moorestown, Rancocas Woods, Pennsauken trails, Palmyra Cove Nature Park
Mid-range (1–2 hours) – South & Central NJ, Wharton State Forest, Wissahickon Valley (PA), Avalon/Stone Harbor beach walks, Batsto Village, Valley Forge
Extended range (2.5–4 hours) – Delaware Water Gap, Poconos, Catskills, northern PA ridgelines, major NJ/NY/PA scenic routes and state parks
And many more places and areas depending on the season, interest, or specific request.***
### Hike Types & Terrain
I’ve been to all these areas and know the trails well. We can choose based on what you’re in the mood for:
✅ Easy & flat trails
🌿 Mild to moderate inclines
⛰️ More challenging terrain with steep inclines, steps, or rock scrambles
🌊 Waterfalls, lakes, rivers, wilderness, peaks, and beach trails***
### 🕓 Timing
Totally flexible depending on weather and interest
Hikes can range from quick 1-hour walks to full-day adventures
Open to weekday or weekend meetups***
### 🚗 Logistics
Open to carpooling or meeting at the location.
Happy to recommend what to bring or how to prep for trail conditions.
Transit Access:
Our carpooling location is directly connected to a River Line Light Rail station, making it easy for those arriving by public transportation.- River Line Light Rail: Local NJ rail line that serves many nearby trail areas
- PATCO Speedline: High-speed rail from Philadelphia to South Jersey — connects at the Broadway/Rand Transportation Center (also a River Line station)
- Amtrak: National rail service — connect with River Line at Trenton Transit Center for long-distance coordination
- NJ Transit Trip Planner: Plan your full route using rail, bus, and transfers across NJ and into PA/NY
Let us know if you’re arriving by public transit — we’ll coordinate your hike meetup accordingly.
***
### 💬 Interested?
Just reply here or DM me if you'd like to coordinate!
Let me know your comfort level and timing, and I’ll match the best hike to your vibe.
The best trails don’t need a crowd — they just need the right start. 👣***
📌 Before hiking, please review:
Welcome & How It Works
Safety Policy & Disclaimer - Complete the Two Required Forms