Humpday Hikers Making A Fool At Memorial Park

***MEET at 5:30pm in Memorial Park (1605 E. Pikes Peak Ave) in the main parking lot off Union Blvd near the Veteran's Memorial.

We'll start hiking around Prospect Lake fitness trail and then the perimeter trail for 2 easy loops and about 3.5 miles

Optional: Grab a bite and a beer at a nearby brewery

*** Questions, TEXT me please, 719-210-7070🤗

***Animals: Dogs are welcomed. Leashed if not trained. Poop bags please!

***WEATHER: ?? degrees

*** Trail conditions: concrete and dirt

***NEEDED: HEADLAMP or FLASHLIGHT, water, boots, hiking poles, gloves and snacks/drinks to share.

***Socializing and drinking/eating and photos on the trail

***Pre-hike Announcement

Communication is KEY for success! My phone number is 719-210-7070 but remember cell connection is not guaranteed!

1. This is a volunteer event. You can drop out at any time or opt out of any activity. You are fully responsible for yourself and your fitness and preparedness is assumed since you signed up for this particular hike. Please stay alert, engaged and do not use headphones while on this hike. Lastly, in the event of a rescue, you are fully responsible for any associated expense.

2. Please Do NOT fall behind especially if you dont have a downloaded map. We are NOT casual hikers however I will gladly adjust the pace.

3. If you fall behind or turn back:

• use your whistle
• call or text me
• use your downloaded map (if applicable)
• send message with ANY hiker going in the same direction on the trail
• leave a note on the windshield of one of our vehicles

3. Photo & Bio-breaks are ok but let us know. We'll wait.

4. Snack/ water break requests are ok. Bring enough to share. Designated break spot?
   Communicate your needs

5. If you need to turn back, let the host know! Send message with another group hiker to the host

6. If you have been sick this week (mind/ body/ spirit), stay in tune with self and be kind. Its ok to try another day.
   *Notify host of any medical concerns or OPT OUT now!

7. Guests are welcome but make sure they are informed and prepared

8. If you bring a pet, you are responsible for it. We share the trail with runners, bikers, hikers, horses and wildlife. Control your animal! Leash and doggy bag required. Muzzle if not friendly. Clean up after it and bring enough water.

9. You have the right to exclude yourself from photos. I take photos of group activities and they will be posted on social media and used widely.

10. Our START time is 15 mins after posted time. END time is an estimate only. We may shorten or extend the hike based on weather and majority vote.

***Disclaimer: Hike at your own risk. Keep up with the group. Tell us your limitations, concerns and stay connected on trail, download your OWN map. Mileage, length of hike is estimated. MeetUp host maintains the right to make changes "as we go" based on weather, interest, and other factors. Always be prepared with water, food and first aid items