Plans on the Table

This session is for adults who hike or backpack and want a real, no‑nonsense space to compare planning. Camino ideas, section routes, return‑to‑shape progressions, big‑year goals — anything you’re building is fair game. You didn’t need to attend the earlier meetup; this is a chance to sit down with people who enjoy the work behind their trips and aren’t afraid to show what they’re shaping — the maps, the routes, the timing, the puzzle of it all — and this meetup gives that work a place to breathe. It’s also a chance to see how other adults think about their trips — quickly, honestly, and without pretense — and to notice where there’s natural alignment.

If you’ve been working on something — whether it started months ago or this week — bring it. CalTopo layers, Gaia routes, timing notes, alternates, constraints, training sequences, or anything else you’ve put real thought into. Maps, books, spreadsheets, notes — if you’ve actually worked on it, it belongs on the table. Early or polished doesn’t matter. Effort does. If you’re still at the “thinking about thinking about it” stage, this isn’t the right night. Share if you want input, insights, recommendations, or to see whether any alliances make sense — or not. This session is for people who bring their own work; it’s not built for anyone looking to be carried.

There is no presentation. No one is teaching anything. It’s simply a table of adults comparing real plans, pressure‑testing ideas, and seeing what others are building at whatever level they’re working. If you like preparation, you’ll feel at home. If you’re looking for a casual hangout or a beginner class, this won’t land.

This meetup aligns with the broader outdoor community supported by the KC Area Sierra Club and the long‑running National Outings program**, which continue to encourage responsible, well‑prepared backcountry travel, and you're encouraged to consider those opportunities.

This isn't what Sierra Club calls an "outing" or trip. The meeting begins and ends at the indicated place and time. It does not include carpooling, transportation, or transit to & from the meeting; each participant is personally responsible for all risks associated with this travel. Account for travel time when planning, we just show together time.