Urban Hike-Frogtown area "First Fridays"

UPDATE: Friday, 8/7 - Happy Friday everyone! Just a friendly reminder about tonight, and I will also recap when we meetup this evening at 6:00pm. First Fridays is from 5-10, but our Meetup event is from 6:00-9:00. We will have time to explore for a bit, maybe eat or drink, no pressure. I definitely plan on exploring Justine's or Frogtown Brewery.

RETURN TIME: We will REGROUP AT SPOKE CAFE at 8:15 so we can start walking back and finish on time**.** See the announcement photo of the route/map. Each FROG represents 5 minute walk so if you are at Frogtown Brewery it's about a 15 minute walk to Spoke Cafe.

From Spoke Cafe to the cars, it's about a 35 minute walk. The meetup ends at 9:00 and the park closes at 9 so we need to leave on time. Safe travels and see you tonight! END UPDATE.

Join us at 6:00pm on Friday, August 7 for “Sneakers & Snacks”-an easy level urban hike with food involved!
We will meet at Rio de Los Angeles State Park located easy access from 3 freeways: the 5, the 2 and the 110; and 25 minute walk from Lincoln Cypress Metro station.
From the park we will cross the Taylor Yard Bridge, and walk along the Los Angeles River path in Frogtown/Elysian Valley. We will have few brief stops along the way to enjoy the surroundings (appx 3 miles one way).

We will enjoy various arts and crafts vendors and music and activities along the way. You can buy food or agua fresca at Somos NELA Mercado/Night Market or hangout a bit at Frogtown Brewery or Spoke Cafe. Outside food is allowed at the Brewery but they do NOT allow outside alcohol. Food and beverages are available for purchase at the Night Market, along with merch from local vendors.
No purchase necessary. Dogs are welcome!
SEE INFO POSTED IN THE PHOTOS SECTION!

BRING: (no need to pack heavy) water, credit card, cash (1's preferred), ID (if you buy a drink), food or snacks optional, light jacket, exercise clothes, comfortable shoes with good grip and tread (the majority of the hike is on asphalt and concrete), flashlight, phone with GPS in case u get separated, bug repellant?

LENGTH: Appx 6 miles round trip. 6:00-9 or 9:30ish
LEVEL: Easy due to mostly flat terrain, minimal elevation gain, no stairs (I knowww!! Bummer!).
PACE: The pace is moderate.

MEETUP ADDRESS: Rio de Los Angeles State Park, 1900 N San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90065.
MEETUP SPOT: By the PLAYGROUND next to the restrooms
MEETUP TIME: 6:00 pm sharp. We have quick introductions and leave promptly at 6:05.
RESTROOMS--In the park and along the First Fridays route
PARKING: FREE parking in the park
WATER: at the park and at the event

LIABILITY: The organizer is an uncompensated and untrained volunteer. By joining this event each member accepts full responsibility for knowing their limits, for all injuries, health issues, material losses, assessing all risks and for getting lost. Each member shall make their guests aware of these policies and releases the host from all liability.