Hike the Trails at Serenity Ridge

LOCATION:
Serenity Ridge Natural Burial Cemetery and Arboretum
2406 Ridge Road
Windsor Mill, MD 21244

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS:
- Be sure to check this page often for status updates
- Each person will start out on the waitlist

DESCRIPTION:
The natural, rolling trails at Serenity Ridge are situated on a 177-acre piece of land in Baltimore County that's home to Maryland's first natural burial (green) cemetery. We'll hike the trails that loop around the cemetery.

• This is a 4+/- mile hike on natural trails with an option to bail out after 2 miles
• It's generally considered a moderate route
• It takes about 2-3 hours to complete at an average pace of 2 1/2 miles per hour. We'll include breaks for hydration, photos, and observation of the views
• One dog is welcome; please message the hike leader if you'd like to bring your furry friend.

DEPARTURE: We'll start at 9:30AM; please allow ample travel and preparation time as we strive to be considerate of everyone's shared time.

CLOTHING: Weather-appropriate clothing and walking shoes/boots are highly recommended. You may also wish to bring your hiking poles/walking stick.

MEETING LOCATION: We'll meet in the main parking lot.

RSVP PROTOCOLS:

• Only sign up if 100% you're serious about attending this hike. Spaces are limited and, when you cancel less than 48 hours in advance, you may keep other members from attending!
• Only attend the hike if your RSVP is confirmed (you'll be turned away if your name is not listed on the "Going" tab).
• Change your RSVP to "Not Going" if you can no longer attend

MEMBER PROFILE PHOTOS: To participate in our events, you must display a recent member photo on your profile.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS:

• Please refrain from moving ahead of the hike leader or falling too far behind the group
• If you find the hike pace unworkable, please feel free to separate from the group and continue on your own
• Most of all, we look forward to hiking together!

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IMPORTANT GENERAL NOTES:
We welcome all to join us; our group creates judgment-free events. We hope you share our love of hiking and the outdoors. We like having fun while meeting great new people. Good attitudes are a must! By attending this walk/hike, you agree to the content contained in this document.