
What we’re about
If you like doing things outdoors and getting a cold beer afterward this group is for you! The goal of this group is to bring together like minded people who love nature and the outdoors as well as going to happy hours and socializing.
As the name suggests, the geographic center of the events held by this group will be Cleveland Ohio, with perhaps a slight bias towards the East Side. Occasionally, more strenuous hikes will be planned which may be in the Columbus area or in Allegheny Mountains of Pennsylvania. In general, the hikes will be within a couple hours of Cleveland.
This group places a strong emphasis on being inclusive of people of all fitness levels and welcoming newcomers. However, every now and then, we may go on more strenuous hikes that may not be appropriate for beginners, and we encourage you to consider your skill level and the event description before attending. However, regardless of your skill level, all are welcome!
Before attending any events, please make sure you read and understand our member rules / requirements listed below, so that everyone has a fun and safe time! We look forward to seeing you out there!
Membership rules/Requirements
Prior Experience: This group is open to all fitness and prior experience levels. However, safety is of the utmost importance, and we require that all participants are medically and physically able to safely perform the activity in events which they participate in. You are responsible for knowing your own limits. The organizers and members of this group are just friends who love nature and a cold beer. We are not experts in any events which we host, and you are ultimately responsible for your own safety.
Dog Policy: This is a dog-friendly group. We love puppies! However, some places we go to may not, so please refer to the specific event posting for information on whether dogs are allowed there.
Required Equipment: Participants should always bring along enough water and snacks as appropriate for the event, and wear the proper gear, which includes but is not limited to boots, sunscreen, etc. Don’t be that person who shows up in flip flops to a long hike! :)
Always Drink Responsibly
By participating and/or attending any of our events, your are adhering and agreeing to the rules described above along with our Legal Disclaimer and Release of Liability Statement:
LEGAL DISCLAIMER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY:
“Hiking For Brews Cleveland” group and its event/assistant organizers (the "Organizers") are not responsible for your safety. Outdoor activities are inherently dangerous. “Hiking and Happy Hours Baltimore” group of Meetup.com doesn't certify the expertise of the Organizers. The Organizers in this Meetup.com group are volunteers. You are solely responsible for yourself and your own safety. By participating in any event, you are representing that you are in an adequate state of health for the event, as determined by your physician, and will stop participating if you are no longer able to safely do so. Further, by participating in any of the group’s events, you agree to release “Hiking for Brews Cleveland” group of Meetup.com and its Organizers from ANY responsibility, liability or claim in law or in equity. YOU AGREE NOT TO SUE AND TO RELEASE, DISCHARGE, WAIVE, HOLD HARMLESS AND TO INDEMNIFY “Hiking for Brews Cleveland” GROUP OF MEETUP.COM AND THEIR ORGANIZERS FROM AND AGAINST ALL LIABILITIES, CLAIMS, DEMANDS, LOSSES, DAMAGES, SUITS AND PROCEEDINGS, REGARDLESS OF THE CAUSE, INCLUDING THE NEGLIGENCE OR CARELESSNESS OF ANY RELEASE, ARISING OR RESULTING FROM YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THESE EVENTS.
If you DON'T agree to these terms, DO NOT join this meetup group or attend any events of this group.
Upcoming events
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Hocking Hills: Old Man's Cave and Ash Cave / Schmidt's Sausage Haus
Hocking Hills State Park Visitor Center, 19988 OH-664 Scenic, Logan, OH, USOkay, I'm REALLY excited for this one! On this hike, we're heading to Hocking Hills and doing the Old Man's Cave and Ash Cave via Buckeye Trail. Afterwards, we'll head to Schmidt's Sausage Haus in Columbus's German Village.
The Old Man's Cave / Ash Cave route is a 10.1 mile moderate rated hike on All Trails with an elevation gain of approximately 1000 ft. This scenic hike has a range of scenery, including waterfalls, caves, rock formations and a fire tower. The caves (and Old Man's Cave in particular) are are particularly impressive and are truly a hidden gem of Ohio. If you miss this hike, the regret will probably haunt your dreams! Sorry not sorry.
There is no cell service in the area. Bring boots and plenty of water!
After the hike, we'll head to Schmidt's Sausage Haus (240 East Kossuth Street, Columbus, OH 43206) in downtown Columbus. It is about an hour drive from the hike parking lot, but just hear me out! It's right on the way back (it really doesn't add any time to our return trip) and it pretty much is an icon of Columbus. Schmidt's has an all you can eat German buffet (and many other options on their normal menu), 32 oz beer steins, and some bang'n cream puffs, strudel and other tasty German desserts. What I'm really trying to say is if you have any German in your ancestry and you don't come, your family will be ashamed of you! (I tried to warn you).
RULES AND DISCLAIMER: If you attend this event, you must must agree to follow all of our rules on the main page and agree to the release of liability. The organizers in this group are not professionals and have no expert knowledge with regard to leading outdoor activities. Outdoor activities are inherently risky: hike at your own risk. Always drink responsibly!
9 attendeesWetmore Outer Outer Loop / Brew Kettle
Pine Hollow Picnic Area, 4987 Quick Rd, Peninsula, OH, USFor this hike, we'll be doing the Wetmore Outer Loop in CVNP and heading to Brew Kettle (Hudson) afterwards.
IMPORTANT NOTE: We will not be parking at the location listed on the Wetmore Outer Loop All Trails page because that lot is fairly small. Instead, we'll be parking at picnic area along the way with a large parking lot and restrooms.
The Wetmore Outer Loop is a 6.6 mile moderate rated trail on All Trails with about 800 feet of elevation gain. It features rolling forested hills and multiple brook crossings, so boots are advised.
Brew Kettle (11 Atterbury Boulevard Suite 1,2, & 3, Hudson, OH 44236) is a small brewery chain throughout the Northeast Ohio area with an extensive beer selection and great food selection as well. Make sure to go to the Hudson location!
RULES AND DISCLAIMER: If you attend this event, you must must agree to follow all of our rules on the main page and agree to the release of liability. The organizers in this group are not professionals and have no expert knowledge with regard to leading outdoor activities. Outdoor activities are inherently risky: hike at your own risk. Always drink responsibly!
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