🌲 14 km Social Hike – Schoorl Dunes & Oldest Forests (Boomplanterstocht)

Looking for a fun way to spend your Sunday? Join our relaxed social hike in the Schoorl Dunes!
We’ll follow the historic Boomplanterstocht route (14 km) through the oldest forests of the dunes, sandy paths, and beautiful open views. Halfway, we’ll take a cozy break at the Berenkuil café — your first drink is included in the RSVP fee. 🍷☕
🐶 Dog-friendly hike – well-behaved dogs on a leash are very welcome to join!
💚 Why join this hike?

• Explore the oldest planted forests of the Schoorlse Duinen
• Walk sandy dune trails with stunning panoramic views
• A relaxed pace — perfect for chatting and making new friends
• Cozy break at the Berenkuil with a drink included
• Great way to combine exercise, fresh air, and social vibes

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### 🟢 Details & Tips

Length: 14 km loop (Boomplanterstocht route)
Pace: Relaxed, social, with time for short breaks and photos
Terrain: Sandy forest paths, some elevation in the dunes
Shoes: Sturdy walking shoes recommended
Dogs: Allowed, but must be on a leash at all times 🐾
📍 Meeting Point
13:00 – Free parking at De Blinkerd (Heereweg 150, Schoorl)
🧺 Break
On the way back, we’ll stop at Berenkuil café for a refreshing pause.
Your first drink (coffee, tea, soft drink, beer, or house wine) is included.

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### 🔔 RSVP & Payment Info

To join this event, please RSVP — you’ll be placed on the waitlist first.
This helps us make sure that only people who complete payment get a confirmed spot.

• After you RSVP, I’ll send you a Tikkie payment link (€5)
• Once payment is received, I’ll manually move you from the waitlist to the attendee list
• Please pay within 24 hours of receiving the link
• If payment isn’t made in time, your spot may go to someone else (but you can always message me later for a new link 😊)

✅ Why we do this:
This system reduces no-shows, covers group costs, and keeps the event smooth and fair for everyone.
✅ What’s included in the €5:

• One standard drink during our break (coffee, tea, soft drink, beer, or house wine)
• A small contribution toward organizing costs and the Meetup subscription

🕒 Cancellation policy:

• Cancel 48h+ before → voucher for a future hike
• Cancel later / no-show → no refund — your contribution helps support the group and future events 🌿
• If the host cancels or reschedules → full refund

Thanks for supporting the group and helping us keep these hikes fun, social, and sustainable! 🙌