Valley Forge - First Fast Five? 5+ Miles & 1000+ft of Elevation - Moderate Level

This will be our fifth weekday evening hike at Valley Forge for the year. As the sunset gets later, our mileage gets longer. We'll gain about a half mile every two weeks. This week we'll get in about 5+ miles and 1000+ft of elevation gain at a decent pace (apprx. 3.0-3.3 mph)

This will be a Moderate - Advanced level hike, along the trails of Mt Joy and now that we have more daylight (over 2 hours to hike), we'll add Mt. Misery to the mix.

Best to wear hiking boots or trail running shoes as we'll be on the dirt trails with rocks and tree roots, not paved paths. Definitely recommend hydrating before the hike and bring plenty of water and a snack.

Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a static length leash at all times.

GUEST and ATTENDANCE POLICY: All attendees must be members of Outdoor Adventure Friends. This is for communication purposes to ensure that those in attendance understand exactly what they are signing up for. Please be courteous and change your rsvp in a timely fashion if you can no longer attend an event.

PLEASE NOTE: I cannot respond to calls, texts, emails, messages on meetup, or comments on the event page once we start hiking. Send a Group message by 5:20 if running late. Please plan accordingly.

NOTICE: Meetup organizers are not professionally trained. By attending an event you are agreeing that YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. No member of the group EXCEPT YOURSELF can be held responsible for any damages, accidents, or liabilities incurred while hiking with us.