The Indianapolis Hiking Meetup Group

Name: Hike @ Pine Hills and Shades State Park
Start: 2010-02-13T18:00:00Z
Location: Shades State Park

Hike @ Pine Hills and Shades State Park

Feb 13, 2010 · 1:00 PM
Shades State Park

Hello everyone,

West Central Indiana has some of the best hiking in the state and Shades State Park and the Pine Hills Nature Preserve are two reasons why this is true. We'll be starting the hike with Pine Hills and then venture over to Shades for what will roughly be three to four hours on the trails all total. The terrain ranges from easy to rugged, so be prepared to tackle the rocky trails.

Our usual after-hike dinner will be taking place at the Mediterranean Grill in Avon, IN.

North-Side Car Pool Info: Our usual north-side car pool will be meeting along the west side of Broad Ripple High School (1115 Broad Ripple Avenue) in the free parking spots along Compton Street just south of Broad Ripple Avenue. The best places to park are directly beside the high school between Broad Ripple Avenue and 62nd Street. These spots are free on Saturdays and are usually wide open when we meet for the car pool. We'll be leaving at 11am on Saturday.

South-Side Car Pool Info: If anyone is interested in a south-side car pool, please contact hiking member Paul Hilton to let him know you'll be there. The meeting point will be 8711 Southeastern Avenue, which is about 1/2 mile south of the I-74 and Post Road exit. This location is Paul's office, so contact him with any questions and please arrive on time on Saturday morning at 11am.

Anyone who wants to meet us at the park can do so at the Pine Hills parking lot. The best way to get to Pine Hills is to travel as if you're on the way to Shades by taking IND 234, which will take you to the Shades entrance off of Country Road 800 South. Rather than taking the Shades entrance, continue on 234, which goes north and will take you directly to the Pine Hills parking lot, which will be on the left about a mile from the Shades entrance. A map of the Shades park with the location of nearby Pine Hills is located here.

Please Note:
Car pool @ 11am
Hike @ 1pm

FEE UPDATE: Also, I'm not collecting any membership dues, and I won't be doing so anytime soon, so please be aware that no one needs to pay anything for being a member of the group.

If anyone needs to reach me on Saturday, my cell number is[masked]-3116.

See you on 2.13,
Michael

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Kathleen

These were beautiful hikes -- I think I will enjoy them even more in the spring! It was great to get out and see the sky and nature.

0 · February 14, 2010
John

Thank you Michael and the entire group for the memorable hike, great conversation and the warm welcome on my first outing. Dinner after was quite enjoyable as well. Can't wait for the next big adventure!

0 · February 14, 2010
A former member

I had a great time yesterday hiking in the snow. This is really a fun group. Thank you so much to everyone for making my very first meetup experience such a memorable one. I am already looking forward to the next hike. See you all again soon! Have a wonderful day!

0 · February 14, 2010
Leanne

The snow and ice made this hike a little more strenuous than usual, but we got to experience some of mother nature's beautiful handiwork. Many thanks to everyone lending a hand and helping Capella through her first ladder experience!

0 · February 14, 2010
Diedra

I would like to thank all of you for making my first hiking experience one to remember! I had a great time with all of you and look forward to another hike soon :)

0 · February 13, 2010
Paul H.

I've hiked Shades several time, but this was the first time in the winter. It was beautiful. This wa also the first time ever to Pine Hills. What a great place.

0 · February 13, 2010
A former member

I am meeting Trish and Kathy up at the Kroger on US 32 east of Westfield at 11:30 in case anyone on the far north side wants to join us. let me know if you care to join us. [masked]

0 · February 12, 2010
A former member

The extended forecast looks good for next weekend. I already know that I can't stay for the dinner afterwards. If anyone in the Carmel - Fishers - Westfield area wants to carpool we can figure out a place to meet and head straight across 32 - it is a short, easy drive to the park.

0 · February 7, 2010

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Kathleen
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John
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The Indianapolis Hiking Meetup Group

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Founded Oct 8, 2006

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WHO WE ARE

The Indianapolis Hiking Meetup Group was formed in October 2006 by Christine B. (who remains a member of the group) and has grown rapidly. We're a group who enjoys the outdoors, meeting new people, and just having fun.

Our aim is to explore the great hiking spots Indiana has to offer and provide an opportunity to socialize with others who have a passion for hiking. Hikers of all levels are welcome to join. With us, you'll burn a few calories and see some great sights to boot.

I also post the events as early as I can, so that people can determine if a particular weekend will work for them.

KNOW YOUR LIMITS!

The hikes we do are usually either moderate or rugged, depending on the park. The group is mainly for people who exercise on a regular basis or can handle the demands of the day's hike. It's important that people realize what their limits are and not attend a challenging hike they may not be ready for. Please be sure to note the hike descriptions and determine whether or not you'll be able to enjoy the event. None of us want anyone to end up injured or unable to finish a hike.

We also hike all year-round, so weather conditions can also be a factor, and although we avoid hiking in extreme temperatures (in the teens or in the nineties), please be aware of any weather conditions that may have an effect on your ability to hike.

TYPES OF HIKES

Rugged hikes consist of lengthy events across challenging terrain, which can mean rocky streambeds and steep hills. These hikes wouldn't be recommended for beginners or those who are still getting into shape. Our rugged events are often our best hikes but are definitely a workout. Examples of these would be Clifty Falls, Turkey Run, and Shades State Parks.

Moderate hikes are not as physically challenging as the rugged ones and take place on less hilly terrain. These hikes contain a few hills that will get your heart rate up or else the length of the hike will be the real challenge. These would require a decent level of fitness and examples of moderate hikes would be Eagle Creek or Fort Harrison.

Easy hikes aren't frequently on our schedules, but that may be a matter of opinion. Any hike in this category would consist of a flat terrain and nothing strenuous.

DUES

$3 per year

The dues go toward maintaining the fee for the Meetup site and dues are paid through the site.

GUESTS

You are always welcome to bring a guest or guests with you, but we ask that they join if they are your guest more than a couple times. We limit the number of guests to 2 people.

KIDS

We're not strictly an all-adult group, but young children may not be up for the hikes we do, so please take that into consideration. Any young people willing and able to come out are welcome.

DOGS

Dogs are welcome on our hikes, as long as he or she gets along with other pooches and a large group of people. In some cases, dogs can be let off leashes while we're out on the trails, but on days when we're at a popular park, dogs will be need to be kept on leashes.

CANCELLATIONS/POSTPONEMENTS

If a hike is called off due to inclement weather or some other problem, an e-mail will be sent out as early as possible letting everyone know and an update will be made to the site. Hikes are usually postponed to another weekend to avoid bad weather or any other setback.

PHOTOS

As you can be seen from the Photos section of the site, we have some great photographers in the group and taking pictures is a big part of our events. Everyone is welcome to upload their photos to the site.

POLLS

Polls are available, so feel free to post ideas.

If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact me.

Take care,

Michael

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