Dec 31 - James River Hikers - Frequently Asked Questions

• This "Meet Up" is offered as a consolidation of selected questions, advice and pearls of wisdom that may not be so easy to locate even though they have been posted. Click on MORE on the JRH Meet Up page to see a JRH message history.
• Directions to the Meet Up Location
  Some Events may occur in a venue that is strange to you. The Meet Up app provides detailed directions which, if followed, eliminate any confusion about the Meet Up rendezvous location.
  "Wow", you say. "That's really great. How can I use this feature?"
  (Answer) Follow these instructions:

1. Open the Event in the Meet Up app.
2. Scroll down past the end of the Event Description.
3. Click on the small map displayed there.
4. The map expands.
5. Select the Directions Icon.
6. Detailed directions, mileage and drive time from your location or some other address you provide will be provided for you.
7. This information can be sent to your phone.

• Safety Responsibility
  While Event Organizers provide a framework for your Meetup experience, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for our Meetups, you acknowledge and agree that hiking, outdoor activities and any of our Meetups carry the risk of injury or even death, and that you accept those risks. Further, you understand and accept this disclaimer and agree not to bring any type of claim against the Event Organizers, James River Hikers or other participants.
• Trail Contention

We will have to share the trails as they are very popular. When a biker or runner is observed approaching from the direction opposite to our line of travel we call out "Biker/Runner Up" to alert the goup to make room for this faster moving traffic. If the traffic is overtaking our group, call out "Biker/Runner Back". We will stop and move to the side of the trail when this happens.

• Participation

Members who don't attend at least one Meetup for over a year after joining may be terminated.

• Heat Considerations

As the days become longer, heat becomes a factor.
EOs will do what they can to advise and assist you, but ultimately you are responsible for your own well-being. You need to be aware of your physical capabilities, heat tolerance & comfort level and act accordingly to protect yourself.
The general guideline for hikes in that if it predictably will be 85° F or more the hike will be canceled. Other EOs may use different criteria.
While the following may be obvious, they are worth repeating now that the HOT season is upon us.
1. Be sure you have water. Drinking a bottle before the hike and carrying another is encouraged.
2. If when exercising you wait to drink until you are thirsty it’s already too late for your body to recover in a healthy way.
3. Be aware of these symptoms of heat related illnesses:
https://www.webmd.com/first-aid/understanding-heat-related-illness-symptoms
4. If you find either yourself or observe a fellow hiker beginning to exhibit any of the traits noted in the above attachment don't hesitate to immediately stop and ask for help.
5. Scheduling outdoor events either early or late in the day is a way we attempt to work around the heat.

• Managing E-Mail
  If you're getting more E-Mail from Meet Up than you can stand or if you aren't getting information you want/need, it is possible to manage your E-Mail content. "How?", you say. The procedure is:

1. Click on the Icon in the circle at the upper right of your screen. It should be your profile photo if you've posted one.
2. Select Settings from the drop down menu.
3. Select Email Updates from the list of options.
4. Make selections as appropriate for your situation.

That's all, Folks!

• Annual Pass to Virginia State Parks

A Senior Naturally Yours Passport, aka an Annual Pass to Virginia State Parks, can be had for $40 ($3.33/month) and given the number of hikes we're having at State Parks you'll probably recover your investment in no time! To learn more see: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/annual-pass

• Profile Photo

A current recognizable head shot photo is required for your JRH profile. Note this is separate from your Meetup profile photo. If for security or privacy reasons you prefer to not post your photo, then use the photo of the James River Railway Bridge instead.

• Edit or add a photo to your profile:

1 - Your photo appears in a circle in the upper right corner of the screen for any Meet Up page.
2 - Click on this circle
3 - Select "View Profile"
4 - Select "Edit Profile"
5 - Select the Edit Icon
6 - Select the photo you wish to display
7 - Select "Save Changes"

• Editing RSVPs

There is an "Edit Attendance" link visible when you open the Meet-Up announcement. The words "Edit Attendance" can be seen when you scroll down your screen display. Select "Edit Attendance" then select "Not Going" to change your RSVP.

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