Samseongsan Late Afternoon-Early Evening Hike and Litter Pick (Pliking)

This is our sixth event on Meetup.
So far, I'd estimate we have cleared up 210L of trash from some of Seoul's mountains.

For this event, we are going to hike on Samseong mountain as the light fades. Later in the day, the sun will be less fierce and conditions will be more comfortable for a hike.
Samseong mountain has an elevation of 481m and though the surrounding terrain is rocky, the trails are very easy. This event is suitable for absolute beginners.

Expected sunset time on 31st May is around 19:45.

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We'll meet at Gwanak Station 관악역 (Navy Blue line 1) Exit 2, at 16:30 on Saturday 31st May.

The trail head we pick up is just across the road from where we exit the subway station.
The aim for the hike is to hit Hakoobong 학우봉. This is a prominent granite spire with lots of interesting rock formations and views across Anyang.
At this waypoint, we have multiple options according to the speed/inclinations/abilities of the group.
Event finish time is provisionally set at 21:00, but it is possible to come down before this time.
We can hit the main summit of Samseongsan and go over the mountain to SNU, or we can come back down to Anyang Art Park and walk to subway stations on Line 1.

Details and plans will be discussed in a kakao chat group once attendance is confirmed. See below.

***********SIGN UP PROCEDURE*******************************************

For this meet up event, meetup sets an attendance limit at 10. Pay no attention to the attendance limit or numbers.

You can rsvp, but I would also like all attendees to message me privately on kakao.

To make group organisation and communication easier on the day of the event easier, I want to add you to a Kakao Group chat.

My ID is:
raftjak

In your message, if you don't already know me, please tell me your Meet Up name.
I will then add you to my own attendance list and the Group Chat.

Once added to the Group Chat, please message me directly/privately with any questions (so we don't spam the Group Chat).

Group Chat will be used for communication on the day of the event and for sharing photos after the event.

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Attendees are under no pressure to do anything they feel is risky. Sometimes trash is tangled up in thorny undergrowth or positioned precariously near relatively steep drops.

We just like you to contribute in whatever way you can - your safety and comfort comes first.

The strategy for the clean up:
>We will loosely pair up and separate recyclables from general waste as we go.
>Please refer to the pictures in this event description for how we deal with each kind of rubbish we encounter.
>At the end of the event, the organiser will carry away all the collected trash and dispose of it appropriately.

As this event is focused on promoting sustainable mountain activities, we'd encourage you to think about how you provision yourself for the trip.
There is no judgement on the event, but this is a good opportunity to think about what kind of drinks and snacks you bring.
There are takeout coffee places nearby - you can bring a tumbler rather than using their single use takeout cups.
Instead of plastic water bottles, brining tea (hot or iced) in a reusable flask is another good option that overcomes the issue of poor drinkable tap water.

You'll need to bring:
- Appropriate hiking footwear
- Appropriate clothing for the conditions
- Your own water and food
- Any personal medication which you might require
- Headtorch / Flashlight (I can provide them if required, but it makes my life much easier if you have your own)

I'll provide:
- Trash and Recycling Bags
- A safe container for broken glass
- Gloves
- Tongs
- Hand sanitizer
- Group First Aid Kit

I recommend:
- Taking out your own travel insurance
- Bringing your own miniature first aid kit (or blister kit)

Thanks

Hope to see you on the mountain!

****WAIVER*******************************************************************

By attending this activity, you hereby agree to the following:

1.That you are participating in an unguided outdoor activity during which you will not receive any instruction in the selected discipline. You recognise that this activity will require physical exertion, which may be strenuous and may cause physical injury. You recognise that the activity takes place in a wilderness environment with steep drops, uneven ground, potentially slippery rocks, exposure to adverse weather, exposure to wildlife and exposure to the sun. You are fully aware of the risks and hazards involved.

2. You understand that it is your responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding your participation in the activity. You certify that you are physically fit and you have no medical condition, which would prevent your participation in the activity.

3. You agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries or damages, known or unknown, which you might incur as a result of participating in any activity offered here.

4. You knowingly, voluntarily and expressly waive any claim that you may have against the event organiser, for any injury, death or damages that you may sustain as a result of being on the activity or travelling to and from the venue.

5. You release and discharge the event organiser from any and all liability, claim, demand of action that you may have related to the loss, theft or damage of any of your personal property whilst on the activity.

6. You, your heirs, or legal representatives, forever release, waive and discharge and covenant negligence or other acts.

7. You give your consent to Canyoning Korea to use any photographs taken on the activity for marketing purposes (offline and online). You recognise that the rights to any photographs, provided to you after the activity, will remain with Canyoning Korea.

You have read the above release and waiver of liability and fully understand its contents. You are 18 years of age or older and voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions stated above.