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The Bachata is a dance from the Caribbean and Dominican Republic, and it began as a very basic dance. Essentially, this authentic style features a full 8-count, dancing within a square, hence the side-to-side and forward-to-back footwork. ### **Address** 80 Chay Yan St, Block 80, Singapore 160080 ### **Schedule** Fridays 7PM - 8PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

(FULLY BOOKED!) **ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF TOHOKU IN SPRING!** **Tohoku Escapade: A Spectacular 10-Day Road & Rail Journey Through Japan’s Untamed North!** **TOHOKU,** Japan’s best-kept secret, is a land of breathtaking natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality. From **lovely spring flowers,** **serene gorges** & **surreal lakes** to **ancient temples, samurai towns**, and **secluded onsen villages**, Tohoku offers an authentic journey through Japan’s soul. Each prefecture boasts its own seasonal flavors — from **Aomori’s crisp apples** to **Akita’s soul-warming kiritanpo** and **Sendai’s** **famous gyutan**. With fewer touristy crowds, deeper traditions, and spectacular scenery, **Tohoku** is where nature and culture blend seamlessly — perfect for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience rich in discovery, flavor, and timeless charm. The **6 Secret Gems** of Japan's Northern Region - **1\. AOMORI \-** Japan’s northernmost Honshu prefecture, is a land of rugged beauty, mystical traditions, and world-class apples. Wander the enchanting trails of **Oirase Gorge**, marvel at the vivid colors of **Lake Towada**, or discover ancient rituals at **Mt.** **Hakkoda's trails**. The region is home to the spectacular **Nebuta Museum**, **rich fishing villages**, and atmospheric **onsens** tucked in the forests. Aomori’s blend of wild nature and spiritual depth makes it truly unforgettable. *** **2\. AKITA \-** offers serene countryside charm, colorful spring flowers, and rich cultural heritage. Hike the volcanic terrain of **Mount Hachimantai**, soak in **Nyuto Onsen**’s hidden hot springs, and explore **Kakunodate**, a beautifully preserved samurai town. Visit local farms, enjoy Akita’s prized rice and sake, and experience the warmth of the **Namahage** folklore. This is the Tohoku of deep roots and deep relaxation — traditional, tranquil, and full of character. *** **3\. IWATE** is Japan’s second-largest prefecture, known for its dramatic **coastline, spiritual landmarks**, and **alpine adventures.** Discover the **UNESCO-listed** **Hiraizumi temples**, hike the scenic paths of **Geibikei Gorge**, and soak in legendary **Hanamaki Onsen**. The **Sanriku Coast** offers unforgettable ocean views and resilience stories post-2011. With fewer crowds, Iwate feels like a secret sanctuary — where history, nature, and tradition converge in harmony. *** **4\. YAMAGATA \-** is a treasure trove of mountain temples, lush valleys, and artisanal culture. Climb the 1,000 steps of **Yamadera Temple**, hike through the stunning **Zao** mountain ranges, or rejuvenate in charming **Ginzan Onsen**, famed for its nostalgic Taisho-era ambiance. Enjoy seasonal fruits from its fertile **orchards** and discover Yamagata’s strong traditions in crafts, soba-making, and festivals. This is where nature and heritage are equally revered. *** **5\. MIYAGI \-** Centered around vibrant **Sendai**, Miyagi offers a blend of modern city life and natural wonders. Cruise through the iconic **Matsushima Bay**, one of Japan’s top scenic views, or explore **Naruko Gorge** ablaze in different colors. Sample **gyutan** (grilled beef tongue), relax in volcanic hot springs, and uncover stories of samurai lords at **Sendai Castle**. Miyagi balances urban energy with serene landscapes — ideal for travelers who want a bit of everything. *** **6\. FUKUSHIMA \-** surprises visitors with its scenic diversity and resilient spirit. Explore the samurai town of **Aizu-Wakamatsu**, hike through vibrant lakes and forests in **Bandai-Asahi National Park**, and soak in the tranquil beauty of **Tsuchiyu Onsen**. Spring transforms the region into a painter’s palette of sparkling colors. With heartfelt hospitality, stunning alpine vistas, and deep cultural layers, Fukushima is a place of renewal and rediscovery. **BONUS GEM: NIKKO!** As a grand finale to your Tohoku adventure, we'll add in **Nikko** as well which offers a magical blend of **sacred shrines**, **majestic waterfalls**, and **crimson autumn leaves**. Marvel at the ornate beauty of **Toshogu Shrine**, stroll through the tranquil **Kanmangafuchi Abyss**, and soak in mountain onsens with forest views. Just two hours from Tokyo, Nikko is a serene escape where nature and spirituality meet — the perfect way to reflect, recharge, and complete your Japan adventure. Yes ... venture beyond the tourist trails and into the soul of Japan. This 10-day immersive **Road & Rail journey through TOHOKU** — spanning all six prefectures of this lesser-known gem plus the spectacular beauty of Nikko (BONUS) — is your chance to witness **Japan’s most spectacular landscapes**, discover **deep-rooted traditions**, indulge in **farm-to-table delicacies**, and bathe in the therapeutic waters of ancient **onsens** surrounded by golden forests. **Why Join This Adventure?** Unlike typical Japan tours, this curated experience offers a **rich tapestry of seasonal beauty and authentic encounters**. From walking through enchanted forests in secluded national parks to tasting freshly harvested apples and seasonal fruits at countryside orchards, every moment is crafted to slow you down — and awaken your senses. **Highlights of the Journey**: * **Scenic Hikes** in some of Tohoku’s most picturesque spots like **Oirase Gorge, Hachimantai**, or **Naruko Gorge** – a photographer's dream in the tranquil trails of nature. * **Cultural Immersion** as you explore charming **samurai towns,** **centuries-old** **castles**, and **folklore museums**. * **Visit Local Farms** to sample seasonal produce and connect with Japan’s rural roots. * **Enjoy breathtaking scenic short hikes (1 - 3hr)** to secret waterfalls, picturesque mirror lakes, sacred shrines, cedar, oak, pine forests, ancient trails blanketed in autumn colors. * **Thermal Onsen Retreats** in atmospheric ryokans — a soul-soothing experience after a day of exploration. * **Culinary Journeys** featuring regional specialties: seafood from **Sanriku, Aomori apples, Akita kiritanpo, Sendai gyutan**, and much more. Whether you're a hiker, a nature lover, culture seeker, or foodie for Japan's cuisine, this trip blends **comfort and adventure**, **bullet-train rides and road freedom**, allowing you to discover **a more scenic, immersive and soulful Japan**. **If you've already visited the major cities eg. Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto etc**, it's time to go deeper. **Tohoku is Japan unfiltered** — wild, warm, and wondrous in the embrace of autumn at its peak time! \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* These beautiful **'hidden places'** which I'll be sharing with you is curated from my own recee, research & past trips over my 40+ years of adventures there in Japan. So once we've received your small **'sincerity deposit,'** you'll be invited to join our **TEAM TLC TOHOKU Fun Group** once RSVP closes for our **Trip-Briefing/ Itinerary-Sharing/ Q & A session** where I'll be sharing with you on all these breathtaking amazing hidden places that we'll be exploring! Check out this 2 videos - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmntZKX0Z5I&t=335s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmntZKX0Z5I&t=335s) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bilw56WFeI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bilw56WFeI) This is not your usual boring **'Eat, Sleep, Shop'** type of tours conducted by most Tour Agencies. It's a scenic sightseeing trip where we travel together with friends who share similar interests as **One Team** with a **"Can-do"** spirit of adventure. So if the above fits you, RSVP now and join the Confirmed Group for our discussion. \*\*\*\*\*\*\* **EVENT DETAILS:** **\*\* PICTUREQUE TOHOKU! JAPAN'S HIDDEN PARADISE \*\*** **Ideal Group Size**: **12 - 16 pax** *(\*Priority Slots will be given to Drivers first. Let us know if you can drive)* **Date: 29 May (Fri night) to 7th Jun (Sun) 2026** \- \(\*Just 4 days leave with Vesak Day holiday\) **Cost:** **$2395 Only!** *(Includes **Bullet-Train RAIL PASS abt $300!** This Price is only for the 1st 12 pax to transfer the small deposit. USUAL PRICE is **$5K+** to cover all these 6 Region's scenic spots plus spectacular NIKKO & Tokyo! Exclude Promo Flight from $400+ onwards.)* ***NOTE:*** *This Trip is done during the lovely Spring flower & school holiday season. As such prices of accommodation & rental vehicles will start to rise. So the earlier you transfer & the Group is formed, the more everyone saves $$$)* **Sincerity Deposit** of just \***$395** - **NO RISK!** *(\*Refundable within 3 Days after the 1st Group Pre-Trip Briefing/ Itinerary Sharing/ Q & A session if you or we decide that this Road-Trip Adventure may not be suitable for you.)* \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* As I only intend to take in max **16 pax**, the earlier this GROUP is formed, the more everyone saves! Proposed Itinerary & Flight Details will be sent to all **CONFIRMED PAX** once RSVP closes. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **How to secure your slot?** 1. RSVP on this Event Page first with your Mobile No. so that we can invite you to our Trip Briefing/ Itinerary Sharing/ Q & A session 2. Transfer a small deposit of just **$395** asap (**REDUNDABLE.** Totally **NO-RISK**) to secure your slot via PayNow or ATM/online to: **TLC ADVENTURE TOURS PTE LTD:** A) PAYNOW to UEN: 201615037Z B) TLC Corporate **DBS Current Acct: 070-90238-1-9** 3. Once done, WhatsApp the transfer screenshot/receipt to me, **David @ Hp: 9745-1777.** Please indicate your Meetup Name and this Event - **TOHOKU** so that I can reply u to Confirm your Slot. Note: As we only have **16 SLOTS**, this will be on a **"FIRST TO TRANSFER, FIRST TO CONFIRM"** basis and not on your RSVP. Please provide us your Mobile No. when you RSVP so that we can forward you the Event Details for the Trip Briefing once RSVP closes. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Disclaimer, Indemnity and Terms of Participation:** PLEASE READ THIS LINK FOR T&Cs BEFORE YOU RSVP: [https://www.tlcadventuretours.com/terms-and-conditions](https://www.tlcadventuretours.com/terms-and-conditions) *By my participation on this trip, I agree to & accept TLC’s terms and conditions.* *We reserve the right without prejudice to return payment at any time and not permit participation - without the obligation to explain or give any reason.* This Trip is organized by TLC Adventure Tours Pte Ltd (TA License: 02896)

**For ages 14 and above.** Latin Technique class. Solo dance. ### **Address** 80 Chay Yan St, Block 80, Singapore 160080 ### **Schedule** Fridays 9PM - 10PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

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**For ages 17 and above.** The Cha Cha Cha is possibly the most popular of the five international Latin dances. Deriving from Cuba, Cha Cha is characterized by its fun and flirtatious hip movements, beautiful spins and figures, with a variety of upbeat rhythms. The Cha Cha can be danced to popular pop music, and its catchy beat makes this dance a great hit at parties and social dancing events. ### **Address** 795, North Bridge Rd, #02-01 797, 198763 ### **Schedule** Fridays 730PM - 830PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

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**AFRO LATINO’CLOCK: Third Edition** Friendly vibe, Afro–Latin music, Great drinks and food - what else do you need on a friday night? After an incredible second edition, we are back for more! The Sound: Afro Beats • Afro House • Kizomba • Amapiano • Dancehall • Dembow • Baile Funk • Cumbia • Tarraxo Free "Intro to Urban Kizomba" class from 8pm to 8:45pm Free entry with RSVP and ticket booked through eventbrite Door price : $15 with 1 drink **The Essentials** • ***When: Friday, May 29th, 2026*** ***• Time: 8 PM*** ***• Where: Piedra Negra, Beach road (2nd Floor)*** ***• Vibe: Special guest selectors*** #AfroLatinOClock #SingaporeNightlife #FridayVibes #Afrobeat #Kizomba

**WHO SHOULD ATTEND?** This group is ideal for anyone who’s new to trail running in the forest. Whether you prefer a slow, moderate, or fast pace, you're welcome to join — we each run at our own speed, with no pressure to keep up with others. *** **WHAT TO EXPECT ?** Our participants range in age from 29 to 65, and everyone has a different level of fitness. That's why we encourage everyone to run at a pace that suits them — **we do not pace one another**. Each run typically lasts **30 to 40 minutes**, depending on individual fitness levels. We usually have around **9 to 12 runners** per session. After the run, we often gather for a quick drink or casual dinner — a nice way to wind down and socialize. *** **DISTANCE COVERED** Approximately **5 to 6 km** per run. *** **VENUE** We explore various trail locations across Singapore, but our **main base is Bukit Timah Nature Reserve**. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ \*This Sunday Trail Run_31st May 2026\* \*MacRitchie Reservoir\* \*Meeting/Start Point\*: Main Pavilion (where the water dispensers & toilets are located) 1km away from Caldecott MRT, 10-12 min walk [https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Caldecott/Mushroom+Cafe,+Lornie+Rd,+Singapore+570000/@1.3396728,103.8362843,17z/am=t/data=!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x31da17437b4187b7:0x2079bf25e6b7f5bf!2m2!1d103.8398365!2d1.3373567!1m5!1m1!1s0x31da10b2e23a47c7:0x7e5d0289f16a8612!2m2!1d103.8349069!2d1.342418!3e2](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Caldecott/Mushroom+Cafe,+Lornie+Rd,+Singapore+570000/@1.3396728,103.8362843,17z/am=t/data=!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x31da17437b4187b7:0x2079bf25e6b7f5bf!2m2!1d103.8398365!2d1.3373567!1m5!1m1!1s0x31da10b2e23a47c7:0x7e5d0289f16a8612!2m2!1d103.8349069!2d1.342418!3e2) \*Run Start Time\*: 5pm Please be at the meetup start point by 4.45pm. Unable to wait for latecomers . \*Route\*: Trail next to Prunus Boardwalk 2 Way Run (back to Start Point ) \*Distance\*: 5-6 km \*Dinner/Drink\*: Gink-Go Open Air Cafe at MacRitchie.

**For ages 17 and above.** Influenced by the Spanish and African culture, the Tango is sensual and passionate, one of the most fascinating dances. Stylized strides dominate this dance, along with periodical sharp and staccato movements. Tango’s passionate nature evokes a strong connection to the music, your partner and the audience, a dance that is exciting and often easy to learn. Its dramatic nature also makes Tango a very popular dance that is often featured in blockbuster movies; a favourite dance for those who enjoy drama within a dance. ### **Address** 795, North Bridge Rd, #02-01 797, 198763 ### **Schedule** Sundays 430PM - 530PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

Welcome to my sailboat. **Please read this notice**. These are crew opportunities, not for passengers, non-swimmers, people afraid of the water or get seasick. Bring a change of clothes, a towel, a hat, non-marking footwear with heelstrap and sunblock. There is a toilet and drinking water on board. Participants like to contribute to expenses in appreciation of this opportunity. **Also**, please confirm your attendance by SMS or Whatsapp on Saturday for sailing on Sunday, to avoid no-shows and missed sailings. No-shows deprive others of a place, so be responsible and remove your reservation if you are not attending, and please do it in good time. Places unconfirmed by Saturday will not be reserved, and I can't wait for you if I'm not sure you're coming. Keep me informed and reply to my messages. Don't be late. Thank you. Derek 9807-5827.

**For ages 17 and above.** Rumba, often nicknamed the “dance of love”, is derived from the Afro-Caribbean ballroom dance “Son” popular in the 1930s. Its slower, smooth and continuous hip actions, known as the ‘Cuban movement’, give it a romantic and sensual feel. Rumba is a versatile dance that can be danced to Latin music and contemporary pop music, a romantic dance that is perfect for weddings, shows and social events. ### **Address** 795, North Bridge Rd, #02-01 797, 198763 ### **Schedule** Sundays 1230PM - 130PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

**For ages 18 and above.** Salsa is a popular upbeat social dance to Cuban music. It is flamboyant and smooth with plenty of hip movements. It is easy to learn and versatile to dance. ### **Address** 170 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, #08 - 01 Shopping Centre, Singapore 588179 ### **Schedule** Saturdays 1215PM - 1PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

**For ages 14 and above.** Salsa dance originated in the 1970s in New York City, with the strong Latin American influences of Cuba and Puerto Rico. Salsa is a lively, sensual dance with basic steps that make it easy for beginners to pick up. ### **Address** 80 Chay Yan St, Block 80, Singapore 160080 ### **Schedule** Saturdays 7PM - 8PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

Whatsapp Philip for any questions: 8452 0693 Hola! Come and pick up some Spanish at Saturday Spanish: Sábado de Español. Learners of all ages and all levels are welcome. All our language-learning meetup events are free of charge. WE WANT SPANISH SPEAKERS TOO! We are on a constant lookout for proficient Spanish speakers (not necessarily native) to come and share their knowledge of the language and culture. If you speak the language, come and join us and make lots of friends. See you there amigos! Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mRfYKAMXaL9rLLEz8 *** 1. NO COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES We welcome anyone who is keen to learn a language or help others learn the language. However, this is NOT the platform for individuals who have other intentions, such as recruiting members for their business/organisation, WhatsApp groups or selling products or services. We will not hesitate to ask such individuals to stop attending our meetups if they have been found to be pestering our members for such purposes. 2\. GETTING THERE Take Downtown Line or Circle Line to Promenade MRT. At Promenade MRT take Exit C, turn right and walk into Suntec City, take the escalators or lift to level 3, you will find FOOD ARENA foodcourt next to Burger King. 3\. LOCATING US INSIDE THE FOOD COURT We usually will have a "SPANISH" sign at our table. You can ask the other language groups at the food court where the Spanish Group is sitting, they will help guide you.

While some are still meeting online, this is an in person event. Please note that we have attendees of all levels of speaking, including some native speakers. All are welcome! Also, as we meet at the same time and place each week, many don’t RSVP on the app, so we will likely have more attendees than noted here. Note: if you are asked to pay and upgrade the Meetup app, this is not necessary. You can ignore this and still attend our meetings. Find us on our [Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EKw86WJCp/?mibextid=wwXIfr).

**💥 Join us THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday!** **💥 At Columbus’ Hottest New Salsa Venue!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday! 8 pm – 1 am **.** **💥 Gorgeously Renovated Studio!** **💥 Free Parking!** **💥 BYOB!** **💥 Easy Access from Highway!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa 1717 Brice Rd Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43215 **.** **ENTRANCE IS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING** **Behind Anthony’s Pharmacy!** **.** **PLEASE SHARE and help get the word out!** **.** **🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing!** **.** **🟣** 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm **𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻** **.** **🟣** 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm **𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 Class!** **.** **🟣** 9:30 pm – 1 am **𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆!** **.** **✅ Questions?** **Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/)** Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146 **.** **✅ No Experience Necessary!** **✅ No Partner Required!** **✅ Plenty of People to Dance With!** **.** **✅ $15 Cash / $16 Card** **✅ College Students $5 Off with Valid ID!** **✅ BYOB** **✅ Age 18+** **.** **✅ Lincoln Street Salsa is the perfect place for…** **.** **👉 Learning to Dance** **👉** Social Dancing **👉 Birthday Celebration** **👉** Bachelorette Parties **👉 Girl’s Night Out** **👉 Date Night** **👉** Getting Fit / Burning Calories **👉 Meeting New People** **👉** Having Fun, Fun, Fun! **.** ✅ **Questions?** Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/ "https://columbussalsadancing.com/") Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146 .

**💥 Join us THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday!** **💥 At Columbus’ Hottest New Salsa Venue!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday! 8 pm – 1 am **.** **💥 Gorgeously Renovated Studio!** **💥 Free Parking!** **💥 BYOB!** **💥 Easy Access from Highway!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa 1717 Brice Rd Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43215 **.** **ENTRANCE IS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING** **Behind Anthony’s Pharmacy!** **.** **PLEASE SHARE and help get the word out!** **.** **🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing!** **.** **🟣** 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm **𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻** **.** **🟣** 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm **𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 Class!** **.** **🟣** 9:30 pm – 1 am **𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆!** **.** **✅ Questions?** **Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/)** Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146 **.** **✅ No Experience Necessary!** **✅ No Partner Required!** **✅ Plenty of People to Dance With!** **.** **✅ $15 Cash / $16 Card** **✅ College Students $5 Off with Valid ID!** **✅ BYOB** **✅ Age 18+** **.** **✅ Lincoln Street Salsa is the perfect place for…** **.** **👉 Learning to Dance** **👉** Social Dancing **👉 Birthday Celebration** **👉** Bachelorette Parties **👉 Girl’s Night Out** **👉 Date Night** **👉** Getting Fit / Burning Calories **👉 Meeting New People** **👉** Having Fun, Fun, Fun! **.** ✅ **Questions?** Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/) Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146

**History** [Chestnut Ridge Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/chestnut-ridge/) is historically significant because it sits on a 300-million-year-old outcropping of Blackhand sandstone. Geographically recognized as the very first foothill of the Appalachian Mountains, the ridge rises 1,116 feet above sea level. Long before European settlement, the land served as a sacred site for ancient civilizations. The park contains the Old Maid's Orchard Mound, an eight-foot-tall burial mound constructed by the Adena culture between 1000 B.C. and 100 B.C. This ancient landmark has remained largely intact and is now protected on the National Register of Historic Places. The documented modern history of the land began with an official survey conducted by Ebenezer Buckingham in 1801. Original land deeds of sale from this period notably bear the signatures of United States Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. In the 1830s, Irish laborers arrived at the ridge to quarry its rich Blackhand sandstone. The blocks they hewed were used to build the crucial locks for the nearby Ohio and Erie Canal. Remnants of this early sandstone quarrying operation can still be spotted by sharp-eyed hikers along the modern trails. Agricultural transformation defined the ridge throughout the mid-to-late 19th century. Settlers discovered that the high elevation created a natural air flow that prevented late-season frost damage to crops. Extensive fruit orchards were planted across the slopes between 1860 and 1880. One notable orchard was established by John Wagner, a Spanish-American War veteran who chose the ridge specifically for its proximity to the bustling Columbus market. The park's current name pays homage to the massive American chestnut trees that once dominated the ridgeline before a devastating ecological blight wiped them out in the early 20th century. The conservation story of the modern 486-acre park began in March 1962. The Metro Parks board announced land acquisition plans to block developers from building a residential housing development called Chestnut Heights. Director-Secretary Walter A. Tucker advocated heavily for the purchase, citing the ridge's immense value as a scenic overlook for central Ohio. The district systematically purchased multiple agricultural parcels over the next two decades. After operating strictly as undeveloped farmland through the 1970s, Chestnut Ridge Metro Park officially opened to the public on December 18, 1988. In recent decades, the park has evolved from a quiet hiking spot into a premier regional destination for outdoor sports. A major turning point occurred in 2010 when the Central Ohio Mountain Biking Organization (COMBO) partnered with the park district to develop new infrastructure. Volunteers worked extensively to construct a single-track mountain bike trail, which officially opened in October 2011. An expert gravity and flow trail featuring advanced jumps was later integrated into the loop in 2016. Today, the park successfully balances its deep ancient, industrial, and agricultural history with active recreation. **Map of the Park** Here is a [map of Chestnut Ridge](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CHR_map_1980px_2026.jpg). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Ridge, Meadows, and Homesite Trails, and Law's Lane, which is unmarked on some maps. None of these trails is individually very long, so we will hike a few permutations and loops until we get in 4-5 miles. The hike will be moderately strenuous. **Where We'll Meet** Drive to the rearmost picnic area at the back of the park. There's a latrine here, but there's no water fountain here or anywhere else at Chestnut Ridge. I strongly recommend you bring some water of your own, at least for after the hike. Cell service at the park is spotty, although your GPS will get you there just fine. The map pin I've provided here is exactly where we'll be meeting and should be able to be used directly in Google Maps, although Chestnut Ridge isn't big and you're unlikely to get lost here. **After the Hike** Afterward, we'll head over to [BrewDog DogTap](https://drink.brewdog.com/usa/brewdog-dogtap-columbus) for [drinks](https://usa.brewdog.com/pages/brewdog-lineup) and [food](https://usa.brewdog.com/cdn/shop/files/DogTap_Menu_2025_65e1ff8b-97d4-4f26-80f1-68321d482025.pdf?v=17356939232910340498). They also have an outdoor area that's extremely popular. I've had their burgers and their pizza, and I think they're both very good. I also really like their [Cold Beer](https://usa.brewdog.com/products/cold-beer-2024) (that's its actual name), which is their American light lager. BrewDog's actual address is [96 Gender Rd, Canal Winchester, OH 43110](https://www.google.com/maps/place/96+Gender+Rd,+Canal+Winchester,+OH+43110/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88387c06afa21a85:0x804c611d373d8c54?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111), and they have a large, free parking lot. We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.

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