Hong Kong Plant Walk #1: Quarry Bay

About this outing:
I invite you to join the first Hong Kong Plant Walk! We will be doing an easy hike with the aim of getting more familiar with Hong Kong’s native plants by using the Inaturalist app. We will begin with a quick explainer about Inaturalist and then wander at a comfortable pace along small trails near Quarry Bay pausing to look more closely at plants and record our observations.
There is a short uphill climb on the route, so moderate hiking fitness and comfortable walking/hiking shoes are needed.

About the organizer:
I am a regular hiker, plant lover and Inaturalist ambassador. However, I am not a botanist or expert! The aim of this walk is to discover plants together, document Hong Kong’s native biodiversity and work on removing our plant blindness.

Please:
✔Have a true profile photo of yourself, so that I can recognize you
✔Download the Inaturalist app on your phone before the walk
✔Have breakfast and hydrate before the hike
✔Show up on time (I won’t wait!)

Do bring:
✔Water or sports drink
✔Comfortable walking/hiking shoes
✔Mosquito repellent
✔Sun protection (hat / sunscreen / long sleeves)
✔Umbrella

Don't:
❌Wear inappropriate clothes/shoes (flip flops, heels)
❌Be late
❌Bring guests (all participants must sign up separately)
❌Smoke or drop litter on the trail

Walk details: Approx. 4 km with 150m climb. I plan to finish within 2.5 hours. The walk will end at Mount Parker Road with easy access to public transport.

Meeting time and place: 10am at Taikoo MTR exit B at street level, just inside the exit. I will start promptly!

Route description: Quarry Bay Tree Walk and connecting trails

Important notes:

• I will make a list of participants with visible profile photos on Meetup. If you cannot make it, please update your RSVP on Meetup as soon as possible.
• I will not wait for latecomers and will not check messages after the walk begins!
• The walk may be cancelled in the event of heavy rain or for other reasons. Please check this page 2 hours before the event time for any updates.
• There is a public toilet near the start of the walk.
• Participants join this walk at their own choosing and at their own risk.