Hiking Expedition Adventures

📍 Why We Don’t Use Meetup’s RSVP Now Button
Meetup pushes that big red RSVP button in every email and event listing.
But here’s the thing: RSVP does not confirm access — we do.
👉 Use this instead → https://forms.gle/quqELunKvDgaCUWg7
(Hiking Club – Universal Request Form) ☝️⬆️
This club runs hikes of Just 3–12 verified members. private, small, & purpose-driven

✅ How access works:

1. Fill out both required forms (Verification + Intake/Trail Energy)
2. Receive your ID Card & 🛡 Verified badge
3. Complete a short Zoom check-in (under 15 minutes)
4. Submit your hike/class/session request through the Universal Request Form

The short forms are intentional — we just hike/play with people who are serious about safety and alignment.

Why this club runs hikes of Just 3–12 verified members private, small, & purpose-driven?

· Minimizes Physical Impact: Smaller groups have less impact on vegetation and trails.

· Reduces Noise Pollution: Smaller groups create less noise, allowing nature's sounds to prevail.

· Preserves Wilderness Experience: Large groups can monopolize areas and diminish the wilderness experience for others.

While the specific group size limit varies by location, generally, the Leave No Trace principle of being considerate of other visitors suggests keeping group sizes to a maximum of six to eight people , or what is locally mandated. Groups larger than this should break into smaller subgroups, especially when traveling, camping, or congregating in popular areas to avoid monopolizing resources and to maintain a low impact on the environment and other visitors.

🌲 Minimize • Reduce Noise • Preserve Wilderness 🌲

👣 We hike with purpose — not crowds.

1. 📝 Hiking Club Verification Form → https://forms.gle/g1YCxq6REtby9v1m7
2. 🥾 Trail Energy + Travel Intake Form →https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1IpBD2Jjvf1GuWA_ZRQLEbVI-97zaX9xT3kXbn2vDyNg
3. 📌 Universal Request Form → https://forms.gle/quqELunKvDgaCUWg7
4. 🔑 Brief Zoom check-in
   When those are done, you’re verified and matched to hikes, training sessions etc. , or overnights.
   We don’t build waitlists. We build safe, aligned hikes around verified members.
   Need printable forms? Ask and we’ll send the PDF set by email.
   📣 What to do now
   • Tap the two form links above and submit
   • DM “Forms done” when finished so we can schedule your Zoom check-in
   • After check-in, you’ll see invites matched to your pace, terrain comfort, and travel range
   🛡️ Verification badge
   Verified members recive a club ID card and show a 🛡️ next to their name in spotlights and notes.
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   ⚠️ Hiking Club Disclaimer
   This is a protected, private circle. Participation is based on alignment, presence, and screening. Inclusion in posts or spotlights is not an endorsement or placement. Both forms and a brief Zoom check-in are required before any private hikes, training sessions, overnights, or co-host roles. We build events around the members who show up and align

📍This Is A Private Club Training Anchor – Not an RSVP Event 🛑 Not a public event — all requests go through the Universal Request Form 👉 https://forms.gle/quqELunKvDgaCUWg7 ➡️Training is conducted flexibly and arranged privately — not during the posted time.

We shape events around the members who show up and been identified and verified 🛡️— not a fixed calendar or RSVP's.

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#### 🌄 Core Topics:

✔️ Rock & Terrain Identification

• Granite, limestone, slate, sandstone, firn snow, talus, scree
• Hazards like slippage, breakaway zones, and brittle layers

✔️ Route Ratings & Risk Classifications

• YDS Classes 1–5
• Aid Ratings (A0–A6)
• Ice Routes (WI, AI)
• Commitment Grades I–VII
• Risk tags like “R” and “X” explained

✔️ Hazard Awareness

• Subjective vs. Objective risks
• Avalanche forecasting basics
• Movement hazards in storms or on exposed slopes

✔️ Mountain Types & Movement

• Dome, fold, fault-block, complex mountains
• Cross-country movement above timberline
• Storm protocol, shelter timing, route choice under pressure

✔️ Strategic Terrain Decisions

• Rock stability vs. gear placement
• When not to trust a slope
• How mountain structure affects rope safety, belays, and rappels

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### 🧰 Who This Is For:

Advanced hikers or climbers preparing for:

• Class 3+ terrain
• Vertical features or multi-pitch routes
• Gear-assisted movement
• Rope systems and anchor placements
• Long-range expeditions or private technical climbs

This is not a casual hiking class. You must be in excellent physical condition and mentally steady under pressure.

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### 📘 Required Reading:

1. Mountaineering Terrain ID Guide
2. Acclimatization & Conditioning Protocol
3. Wilderness Survival Training Course
4. Full Mountain Training Curriculum – Topic Index
5. Training Purpose & Club Strategy Overview
6. Club Strategy
   Strategic Operations Brief – How & Why This Club Operates
   Learn how this structure works, why we don’t do public RSVPs, and how trust, steady leadership, and trail protection shape this club.

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### 🗨️ Want to Join?

This module is part of a private, progressive training path.
No open RSVP. If you’re a certified member (or aligned with our values), Fill out the Universal Request Form & DM the Scheduling Admin for inclusion.
Next in the series:
📌 Training 2B – Rope Systems, Gear Logic & Anchor Placement (Biweekly rotation)
Let us know if you’ve completed the reading or past modules.
We’ll guide you through the right next steps.

📄 Need space to breathe? Looking to move without pressure or noise?
This post is part of our weekly coordination cycle.
📍This Is A Private Club Anchor – Not an RSVP Event 🛑 Not a public hike — all requests go through the Universal Request Form 👉 https://forms.gle/quqELunKvDgaCUWg7

Each Thursday, we spotlight hikes , adventures or events that lean toward the quiet side — solo-friendly loops, scenic beach walks, or calming wooded trails. These are coordinated privately and respectfully — for those who want movement without overwhelm.

✅ Small group hikes (3–12 verified members) — built for couples, friends, or travelers within the club — all guided and custom
✅ One-on-one hikes available by request — for private pacing, mentoring, or recovery support
✅ Active duty military & combat veteran leadership — veteran-supportive, faith-friendly, beginner-welcoming, and open to seniors & families (including kids)
✅ Training and mentorship opportunities for all levels
✅ Leave No Trace aligned + permit-compliant
✅ Quiet scenic loops, beach walks, and reflective trail resets
✅ Experienced hikers and newcomers alike — structured outings without crowds or chaos

📝 How it works
· Complete the 🥾 Trail Energy + Travel Intake Form
· Submit the Universal Request Form 👉 https://forms.gle/quqELunKvDgaCUWg7
These forms align pace, comfort, and goals, connect members with each other, and guide which events we build.

We shape events around the members who show up and been identified and verified 🛡️— not a fixed calendar or RSVP's.

Hikes are arranged privately and flexibly based on your availability — not during the posted time slot.

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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:

1. 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-In
This helps us align pace, goals, and trail circles based on your form responses.
3. Fill Out the Universal Request Form
👉 https://forms.gle/quqELunKvDgaCUWg7
🔁 Already completed Steps 1 & 2?
Skip straight to Step 3 — just use the Universal Request Form to request or coordinate your next hike, event, or session.
We don’t build around RSVPs — we build around you.
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### We’ll coordinate tailored to your vibe, not the crowd.

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🧭 Areas Covered (Based on Travel Time)
🗺️ We’ve mapped out some great spots, well-scouted by our club, categorized by how far members are willing to travel:
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)

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Hike Types & Terrain
🌲 These trails are well-scouted and familiar to our circle.
🌲 The club knows these trails well.
✅ 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

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🕓 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

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### 🚗 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 fill out the Universal Request Form 👉 https://forms.gle/quqELunKvDgaCUWg7
If you’ve already completed the two required forms + Zoom check-in, the Request Form is all you need to line up your next hike or activity.
We’ll match you to the right walk, hike, or adventure — shaped around your pace, comfort, and timing.
Sometimes the best way to prepare for the week ahead is to walk through what’s behind you. 👣

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📌 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:)