Want to get a good workout and have fun doing it? For either pace, it will be a fun hike on the various trails of Lebanon Hills. The trails include pine tree lined trails to view of lakes & wildlife and some hills for good measure. Whichever pace you want, you can choose that day and utilize this one sign up.
This hike has 3 lengths to choose from:
1. There will be a prehike that starts at 8:45. It is 2-2.5 miles. We will be back in time for the main hike. If you can only do the pre-hike, just be there on time. No sign up needed. This is a fast paced only. If there is a request for a slower pace/shorter distance prehike, please let one of the event hosts know and we can try to accommodate the request.
- Main Hike - one hike at approximately 6-6.5 miles at approximately 15:00 - 15:30 minute mile. Pace and distance varies by participants, trail & weather conditions. With the terrain, this pace is considered fast.
A second moderate pace at 16:30 - 17:30minute miles. The distance will be between approximately 5.5 miles.
3. Both the pre-hike & the main hike :)
Not sure how fast these speeds really are? There are several apps that track steps & speed. The hike leader uses Map My Run. It is a free app from Under Armor. Also, 15:00 minute miles = 4 MPH on a treadmill or paved trails. Treadmill &/or paved trails make it easier to go faster. Heat, snow, mud, & terrain can make it more challenging and make it difficult to go 15:00 minute miles. It is considered a fast pace.
If you are unsure about the fast pace, the slower moderate pace is still a good workout! If that is too slow, you can always join the faster pace the next time around :)
We will meet on the sidewalk in front of the visitor center, right off the parking lot.
Things to know for hiking this time of year:
- Decent Shoes. Tennis shoes are fine, but they should be supportive as the trail may be uneven and there are roots & rocks on the trail. Sandals are not a good option.
- Water as needed. (recommended)
- Bring a dry shirt for afterwards if you are socializing. It just feels better.
- Bug spray as desired.
Other items to note:
- Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a leash per park rules. Please bring enough bags to pick up after your pet.
- Don't leave valuables in your car. Not worth the risk.
- Please be on time. If you are running late, please post a comment so the leaders know. The leader will attempt to wait if they know someone is coming, or point them in the right direction of the group's route.
- Please watch for comments if the hike will be cancelled due to rain. If you are a fair weather hiker & dont like rain, or weather conditions bad, please update your RSVP so the leaders are aware you will not be attending.
- By signing up for this hike, you agree that you can keep the pace posted. You can check out your time with a free app that uses GPS for your smart phone or watch. Map My Run is a good option and what is used to monitor the pace on the hike.
After the hike, if people are interested, there will be a social gathering at Trail Stop (Hwy 3 & Diffley). Trail Stop has breakfast or lunch. The social gathering is a GREAT time to get to know your fellow hikers.
PLEASE update your RSVP if you cannot attend after you sign up! Drops after 9:15 AM Saturday morning OR individuals that are signed up and do not attend the hike (without explanation prior to the event) will be considered no-shows. Future attendance for no-shows may be limited. It is very difficult to know if the leader should wait for someone if the RSVP is not updated.
By signing up you agree to release the organizers, event hosts and other members of the event from any liability. The trails may be muddy (due to warm temps & melting snow), uneven and have rocks and tree roots that sneak up out of the ground and could trip you :) Be prepared for whatever the weather or trail may throw at us!
Hope to see you on the trail!
