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**This club is for founders, VCs, operators, and startup ecosystem players — past, present, and future.** ​Beach volleyball is deceptively chaotic. No walls, no ceiling, an unpredictable surface underfoot. Every rally is a small crisis — and then you reset, serve again, and trust your partner. ​Sound familiar? ​Six people, one ball, zero margin for ego. Beach volley punishes solo heroics and rewards teams that communicate fast, cover each other's blind spots, and stay calm when the sand shifts beneath them. Which is basically co-founding in the sun. ​ Whether you've played seriously or haven't touched a volleyball since school, come for the rallies, the dives, and the kind of conversations that only happen when everyone's a little sweaty and no one's checking their phone. ​No pitch decks. No panels. Just sets, spikes, and real talk with people who get the startup life. ​**🎯 What to Expect** ​ **Mixed-Level Games** — We play with at least 6 people per court. Got a bigger crew? We rotate and run a mini-tournament. All levels welcome. First time on sand? Perfect. ​ **Founder-to-Founder Connections** — Meet fellow founders, VCs, angels, and operators in a setting where hierarchy dissolves in the heat. ​ **The Rally Effect** — The best conversations happen between points. Bring energy, not a script. ​ **Competitive but Chill** — Good plays, better laughs, and a rematch culture. 🔄 ​ **💸 €10 per person** — Pay before the game: [paypal.me/alexbing2](https://paypal.me/alexbing2?utm_source=luma) Payment upfront helps confirm your spot is real and keeps the group reliable — no last-minute dropouts, no half-empty courts. Arrive 15 minutes early to warm up and meet the crew. ​ **⚠️ Cancellation Policy** If you can't make it, please cancel at least 2 days before the event — there's always a waiting list and someone who'd love your spot. No-shows without notice will be moved to the waiting list for future events and forfeit their €10 deposit.

## **Da un garage a Milano a leader globale della AI Connectivity** Unisciti a Marco Palladino, co-founder e CTO di Kong, mentre ripercorre il viaggio che ha portato lui e Augusto Marietti da un’idea nata in un garage a Milano alla creazione dell’ API gateway open source più adottato al mondo e alla fondazione di Kong come punto di riferimento nella connettività AI. Marco offrirà anche uno sguardo sul futuro dell’azienda che oggi abilita la AI Connectivity per alcune delle imprese più innovative a livello globale. 🕒 **Agenda** **18:00 – 18:30 \|** Apertura registrazioni **18:30 – 19:00 \|** Intervento di Marco Palladino - CTO e Co-founder @Kong **19:00 – 19:30 \|** Intervento di Claudio Spadaccini - Head of Service Exposure @Sky Italia **19:30 – 19:40 \|** Conclusione di Silvano Luciani - Senior Director of Engineering @Kong **19:40 – 21:00 \|** Aperitivo e networking

Hey comedy lovers! Come over to our Monday venue at Ostello Bello(via medici 4) for the best English standup & Improv show in Milan! Half Improv and half standup, don't know what will happen, but surely it's gonna be hella fun! If you want to perform but no idea how, just DM us on Ins: Yellowdicomedy It is a free entry but donation based show, leave us your donations at the end of the show so we can keep English standup comedy going in Milan. Scan our whatsapp Qr-code, we post our events every time in the group or follow us on instagram: yellowdicomedy to see all of our events!

Sculpt is a 50-minute low-impact class designed to tone the body. It blends Pilates, yoga, and functional training, performed to the rhythm of music, focusing on controlled movements, strength, and flexibility. **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)

#### Next step: schedule your first event. Scheduling an event will encourage more people to join your group. Schedule Change photo  # [Gruppo di biliardo pool/carambola amatoriale e mini-tornei](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/) [Milano, MI, Italy](https://www.meetup.com/find/it--mi--milano/) [1 members](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/members/) · Public group Share Manage groupSchedule event [About](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Events](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/events/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Members](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/members/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Photos](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/photos/?eventOrigin=your_groups) [Discussions](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/discussions/?eventOrigin=your_groups) More ## What we’re about Buongiorno a tutti. Sono proprietario di un bar e dispongo di un tavolo da biliardo semi-professionale. Sto creando un gruppo WhatsApp di giocatori amatoriali di biliardo americano pool/carambola, per la maggior parte debuttanti. Cerco persone disposte a unirsi al gruppo per giocare e divertirsi nel tempo libero, il pomeriggio oppure la sera in ogni giorno. Per stimolare l'impegno di ogni giocatore, abbiamo pattuito che il vincitore di ogni "mini-torneo" organizzato nei vari giorni giochi gratis e non paghi la tariffa di tempo per il periodo di gioco (un'ora di gioco costa 10€, ma viene di volta in volta frazionata in base al periodo di gioco effettivo). Il locale si trova in zona nord di Milano, stazione Greco-Pirelli, università Bicocca. Chiunque dovesse essere davvero interessato a partecipare e unirsi al mio gruppo, non esiti a contattarmi. Cerco persone serie e disposte solamente a divertirsi, senza puntare mazzette grazie mille. Antonio

**How to Join?** **Add your name on Meetup.** **[Message me on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/393500966059?text=Hi%20Ozzy%2C%20I%E2%80%99d%20like%20to%20join%20the%20Monday%20class%20and%20receive%20the%20payment%20details%2C%20please.) to receive payment details:** **Your spot is confirmed once payment is completed.** **Monday Studio Class** * **Time:** 18:45 – 19:45 * **Level:** Transition to Intermediate (International, English) This class is for students who already know basic yoga poses and have been practicing regularly. (not for beginners) We focus on **balance, strength, and flexibility** with intermediate-level poses and flows. If you’re ready to take your practice to the next level, this class is for you. **Location:** Via Melzi d’Eril , Milan **What to Bring** * Your own yoga mat *(limited studio mats available on request)* * Comfortable clothes and water *** \*\* Cancellation Policy\*\* – More than 24h before class: Cancel directly on Meetup. – 6–24h before class: Send me a WhatsApp message to let me know. – Less than 6h before class: Unfortunately, your class credit will be used and no replacement can be offered. *** **Safety & Notes** * Your safety and well-being are very important. By attending, you acknowledge that yoga involves physical activity and accept responsibility for your own practice. * ❗ *This class is not suitable for pregnant women.* * If you have health concerns, please check with a doctor before joining. *** **About Me** I’m Ozzy, a certified yoga instructor specializing in **Hatha Yoga**. Learn more about me: [https://linktr.ee/ozzyoga.milano](https://linktr.ee/ozzyoga.milano)

**Dance, Connect & Shine** Looking for a fun way to meet new girl friends, get moving, and feel fabulous? ✨ Our **Flawless Female Latin class** brings together women from all walks of life to dance, laugh and share an empowering experience. Each week we’ll learn steps from **Samba, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive**, building toward a group choreography that we’ll celebrate with a **video day** at the end. No partner needed — we focus on dancing together, cheering each other on, and making new friends along the way. 🌟 A chance to socialize while doing something active and fun 🌟 Open to beginners and anyone curious to try Latin dance 🌟 Friendly, supportive community 🗓 Every Monday & Tuesday at 20.00 🎟 8€ Trial class **Important: To sign up, you must register via the link for the lesson. Only then we can assure you a place in class** [https://shorturl.at/kdun3](https://shorturl.at/kdun3) Come dance, connect, and discover how flawless you can feel 💖

Welcome to the Thursday English Aperitivo! The perfect place to speak in English and meet some interesting people from all over the world. Everyone is welcome to come and join in some conversation whilst enjoying a drink and a bite to eat in a friendly, easy going atmosphere. Don't worry about your level of English, the most important thing is to have fun! My name is Diana and I'm from England I'll be there to help you with your English and make you feel at home. I have been an English teacher in Milan for many years. Just come to Pacino Cafe on Thursday and ask for Diana or the English Aperitivo. I can't wait to meet you! Drink and aperitivo 11 euro

🔍 **Description** Costruire il Context Layer: come la Data Fabric alimenta gli Agentic Workflow. Stiamo entrando nell'era dell'**Agentic AI**: sistemi autonomi che non si limitano a "parlare", ma agiscono concretamente all'interno del nostro **SDLC**. Tuttavia, un **agent** è efficace solo quanto il contesto a sua disposizione. Senza una data strategy robusta, anche l'LLM più avanzato rimane solo una "vibe" senza spina dorsale, incline ad allucinazioni ed errori di scala enterprise. In questa sessione, sposteremo il focus dall'hype alla **Platform Engineering** dei dati. Esploreremo come costruire un **context catalog** in tempo reale, capace di fornire agli agent la conoscenza organizzativa granulare necessaria per scrivere codice, testare e deployare con estrema sicurezza. 🎙️**Speaker** **Giulio Roggero** \- CTO @ Mia\-Platform 25 anni di esperienza in software engineering, imprenditore seriale con oltre 10 iniziative imprenditoriali lanciate; oggi è co-founder e CTO di Mia-Platform de AI-Native Developer Platform Foundation nominata da Gartner “Cool Vendor” per Software Engineering Technologies e inserita nel Magic Quadrant delle piattaforme applicative cloud. Aree di interesse principali: AI, cloud native, platform engineering, data fabric ed omnichannel experience. Ama dipingere miniature di Blood Bowl, costruire con i Lego, assemblare e guidare modellini di auto radiocomandate e imparare a suonare il pianoforte. **📝 Agenda** * **18.00**: Accesso e Networking (iniziamo a conoscerci!) * **18:30:** Welcome * **18:45**: Talk * **19:30:** Q&A * **19:45:** Pizza and drinks Nessun meetup è completo senza un momento conviviale. Durante la serata saranno offerte **bevande, birra e pizza** per facilitare il networking e continuare le discussioni in modo informale. **⚠️ Nota importante:** I posti sono limitati per garantire la qualità della conversazione durante la tavola rotonda. Assicurati di fare RSVP il prima possibile! **Ti aspettiamo per dare forma insieme al futuro dello sviluppo software!**

**🇮🇹 𝙐𝙉𝘼𝙈𝘼𝙎 𝙎𝙋𝙀𝙏𝙏𝘼𝘾𝙊𝙇𝘼𝙍𝙀** 💛 📅 **Ogni sabato** \- Salsa & Bachata 360° 🎶🔥 🔸 **22:00** Stage o gare in preserata 🎭 🔸 **Durante la serata** Show spettacolari! ✨ 🔸 **Tavolo Campus Latino riservato** – Dillo all’ingresso! 🎁 📍 **Location:** UnaMas Club, Via Adamello 21 - Bareggio (MI) 🎟️ **Evento a pagamento** ⚠ **IMPORTANTE**: Ricordati di compilare il modulo di adesione all’UnaMas prima di venire! La tessera è **gratuita ma obbligatoria** 👉 [www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento](http://www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento) 📲 **Unisciti al nostro gruppo WhatsApp** per restare aggiornato e organizzare passaggi in auto! 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ) **🇬🇧** **𝙐𝙉𝘼𝙈𝘼𝙎 𝙎𝙋𝙀𝙏𝙏𝘼𝘾𝙊𝙇𝘼𝙍𝙀** 💛 📅 **Every Saturday** \- Salsa & Bachata 360° 🎶🔥 🔸 **10:00 PM** Pre-party stages or dance competitions 🎭 🔸 **During the night** Spectacular dance shows! ✨ 🔸 **Reserved table for Campus Latino** – Mention it at the entrance! 🎁 📍 **Location:** UnaMas Club, Via Adamello 21 - Bareggio (MI) 🎟️ **Paid event** ⚠ **IMPORTANT**: Register for your UnaMas membership before coming! It’s **free but mandatory** 👉 [www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento](http://www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento) 📲 **Join our WhatsApp group** to stay updated and arrange carpooling! 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ)

**(7:00 PM)** 🔹**Please fill in your details to confirm your attendance.** **[Confirm my attendance, click here](https://www.dopplerpages.com/dmktribe-BC897/TalkAutomationandAIAgents-89173)** **Talk: Automation and AI Agents** In this session, the Michele will guide the audience through a practical and eye‑opening journey into how marketers can reclaim their time, eliminate repetitive work, and leverage AI to amplify their impact. The content is organized in a logical, accessible progression: ### 1\. Time Management & Productivity in Marketing * Why most marketers feel they “never have enough time.” * Identifying invisible productivity leaks. * Understanding how much of your day is actually yours. ### 2\. The Cost of Low‑Value Repetitive Work * Tasks that drain hours without contributing to growth. * How repetitive work steals creativity and strategic thinking. * The real problem: time lost, not lack of skill. ### 3\. Key Definitions: Workflow\, Automation & AI Agents * What a workflow is and when it’s useful. * What automation can (and cannot) do. * What an AI agent is and why it represents a new level of capability. ### 4\. Types of AI Agents * **Standard agents:** rule‑based, simple task executors. * **RAG agents:** agents that retrieve, understand, and respond using updated knowledge. * **Agentic orchestration:** multiple agents collaborating like an intelligent team. ### 5\. RAG Graph Memory & How AI Knowledge Works * How AI stores, connects, and retrieves information. * What “memory” means in an AI system. * Why this enables more accurate, contextual decision‑making. ### 6\. Real‑World Automation Cases for Marketers * Practical examples applied to content, campaigns, research, and analytics. * Use cases that save hours every week. * Tasks you can delegate to AI starting today. ### 7\. AI as a Skill Amplifier\, Not a Job Replacement * How AI enhances your strategic capabilities. * Human skills that become more valuable with AI. * Moving from task executor to system architect. ### 8\. Mindset Shift: Thinking in Systems * Transitioning from “doing tasks” to “designing systems that work for you.” * Structuring your work to scale without burnout. * The new role of marketers in the era of intelligent automation. **Speaker: Michele Bet** Michele is a Fractional Growth Manager & AI Orchestrator. Michele is a Fractional Growth Manager & AI Orchestrator. He helps startups and scale-ups build structured growth models, covering acquisition, retention, and monetization, through data‑driven strategies. He coordinates and aligns internal teams to ensure effective execution of growth plans. He also designs and orchestrates AI‑powered systems and agents to automate workflows, accelerate execution, and reduce operational overhead. His integrated approach provides one coordinated path to scale any business. ***📍 Join Our Community*** 📱**WhatsApp:**[ I’d like to be part of the WhatsApp group](https://www.dopplerpages.com/dmktribe-BC897/joinusourwhatsappgroups) Please complete this form to join the group. You’ll be added to the WhatsApp group shortly afterwards. **LinkedIn:** [Digital Marketing Group](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9249844/) ✈️ **Telegram:** [https://t.me/+YrJYhbXrDDYwYjg0](https://t.me/+YrJYhbXrDDYwYjg0) **Become a membe**r Social platform → [www.dmktribe.com](https://dmktribe.com/) (we’ll notify you when your profile is ready) **Instagram** → [@dmktribemilan](https://www.instagram.com/dmktribemilan/) Curious to see what we’ve been up to in Portugal and Spain? Check out our latest magazine here: → [https://dmktribe.com/magazine](https://dmktribe.com/magazine/) **🌍 About DMK Tribe** **DMK Tribe** is an international community of marketers, creatives, entrepreneurs, and curious minds who believe in the power of genuine human connection. With two inspiring years of growth behind us in Lisbon, Barcelona, Cascais, and Milan, our journey of expanding reach and impact continues. Our mission is to empower professionals and businesses through authentic connections, continuous learning, and purposeful collaboration. With over **6.700 active members**, we organise regular events, workshops, and masterminds focused on digital marketing trends, personal branding, content creation, AI, and entrepreneurship. We’re more than a network – we’re a movement of value-driven professionals building lasting impact. ***We're a global community of marketing professionals united by our values*** ***❤️ Love \| 🤝 Caring \| 🎁 Serving \| 📚 Learning \| 🌍 Inclusion*** 👉 Curious to see what we’ve been up to in Portugal, Spain and Milan? Check out our latest magazine here: [https://dmktribe.com/magazine/](https://dmktribe.com/magazine/) ***Come network with Milan's most dynamic marketers! Let's grow together***.

Dopo aver giocato un po' con l'AI, rimettiamo le mani su PHP Laravel con un talk pratico sull’**Architettura Esagonale**. 👉 Evento gratuito – registrati per partecipare 📍 **Mercoledì 22 aprile – Mollie, Milano** Corso Buenos Aires 54 (tra ODS e Zara, nel cortile) 🕡 18:30 ritrovo 🕖 19:00 inizio talk ⚠️ Se il cancello è chiuso sul lato c'è la classica placca di ottone dove si può citofonare "Mollie BV" 🎤 Speed talk (15 min) – First time speaker Prima del main talk, uno dei ragazzi di Mollie sale sul palco per la prima volta con uno speed talk da 15 minuti. 🧠 Cosa vedremo Come evitare controller ingestibili e codice sparso ovunque applicando davvero Ports & Adapters in Laravel: • dominio separato dal framework • codice testabile • meno accoppiamento • progetti più mantenibili 💡 Solo roba pratica, zero teoria accademica 🎁 Estraiamo tra i presenti una licenza gratuita JetBrains (PhpStorm, WebStorm, PyCharm Pro, IntelliJ IDEA Ultimate e altri) 🍹 A seguire aperitivo & networking offerto da Mollie 👤 Speaker Daniele Pasi è sviluppatore PHP/Laravel e Co-Organizer del PUG Seregno, appassionato di sviluppo software e best practice.

The *Sentee di Sort* is a beautiful trail rich in scenic viewpoints and panoramic spots, connecting the villages of Rovella and Moltrasio on Lake Como. The view over the mountains of the *Triangolo Lariano* and the villages below is truly remarkable. **PROGRAM** **11:00 AM** – Meeting point at *Bar al Centrale* in Moltrasio (CO) **11:15 AM** – Start of the route **12:45 PM (approx.)** – Arrival, free time, and lunch (packed lunch or meals available at local facilities) **2:30/3:00 PM (approx.)** – Return **Difficulty: Medium** – 4 km and about 1 hour 20 minutes of walking each way, with 300 meters of elevation gain. No special equipment or clothing required. Always bring some food and water, and trekking shoes are strongly recommended. **Note 1:** Participants must reach the starting point independently (car, bus, train, etc.) or via carpooling by coordinating with other participants in the private Facebook and/or Telegram groups reserved for members (request access once you have your membership card). **Note 2:** The “I will attend” button on Meetup is not considered valid for us. Meetup is only used to publish the event and gauge interest. Once you become a member, please follow the instructions for the event’s *official* registration. **COSTS AND PARTICIPATION – MIN 7 PEOPLE, MAX 30** Event reserved for Gitup Enac members. Free for 2026 members - request your participation ticket here: [http://www.gitup.it/iscrizione-eventi/](http://www.gitup.it/iscrizione-eventi/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExNXJOZlBOUFo2TnU0MlJrTHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR40isxRJnPDxRFBNp_iADFxV_t_IXXYerPrzof2wC-vrsxh7YCQuE9AZYVKrA_aem_0zRMrPM9cBRzv2anqxS0Zg) Not a member yet or need to renew? A membership card is required — request it here: [http://www.gitup.it/iscrizione/](http://www.gitup.it/iscrizione/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExNXJOZlBOUFo2TnU0MlJrTHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR40isxRJnPDxRFBNp_iADFxV_t_IXXYerPrzof2wC-vrsxh7YCQuE9AZYVKrA_aem_0zRMrPM9cBRzv2anqxS0Zg) In case of bad weather, the outing may be canceled. Participants will be notified through the dedicated groups and via updates on this page. **P.S.** Please remember that GitUp is not a travel agency but a non-profit association that brings people together to enjoy pleasant shared experiences. [www.gitup.it](http://www.gitup.it/) [https://www.facebook.com/gitupassociazione](https://www.facebook.com/gitupassociazione)

🇪🇸 ¡HOLA HISPANOHABLANTES! ¡Estáis más que invitados a conocer gente y pasar un buen rato en el bar Pacino! 🗓️ Fecha: Todos los miércoles ⏰ Hora: A partir de las 19:30 📍 Lugar: Café Pacino (MM Loreto/Lima) 💰 Precio: 11 euro por una bebida y una pequeña bandeja de comida Si hace buen tiempo, estaremos en la terraza; si hace frío, estaremos adentro. ¡No dudéis en preguntar por el evento en Meetup en cuanto lleguéis al Pacino Café! Grupo WhatsApp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ggq8xTBfTSa8IqKdtSsFo8](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ggq8xTBfTSa8IqKdtSsFo8) Canal de Telegram: [https://t.me/hablamemucho](https://t.me/hablamemucho)

Spec-driven development flips the traditional workflow on its head: instead of code being the source of truth, the specification becomes the backbone of design, collaboration, and delivery. In this session, we’ll explore how GitHub Spec-Kit enables teams to treat specifications as first-class artifacts—living documents that drive architecture, implementation, and verification. You’ll learn how Spec-Kit helps teams clearly express intent using structured, version-controlled specs that live alongside code. We’ll walk through a practical workflow that starts with defining system behavior and constraints, then progressively refines those specs into testable, automatable outcomes. Along the way, we’ll show how specs can reduce ambiguity, improve cross-functional collaboration, and make design decisions explicit before a single line of production code is written. This talk will cover: --What spec-driven development is (and what it isn’t) --How GitHub Spec-Kit fits into modern developer workflows --Using specs to align product, engineering, and AI-assisted development --Real-world examples of turning specs into implementations with confidence Whether you’re building greenfield systems, integrating AI into your stack, or trying to reduce costly rework, spec-driven development offers a scalable way to move faster without sacrificing clarity. Attendees will leave with concrete patterns and a clear mental model for adopting GitHub Spec-Kit in their own projects.

Let’s reboot the DC Postgres Meetup series! This inaugural meeting will be hosted by John Porvaznik and Eddie Pickle and all are welcome. We’re actively looking for speakers, co-hosts, event spaces and other folks that want to help bring this group back to life. If you can’t make it but want to be involved in the future, please let us know. John Porvaznik will present a talk on Postgres fundamentals including shared buffers, memory usage, pages, and more. John is a long time PostgreSQL Engineer and DBA in the government space with focus on ETL / Data Ingestion, PostGIS and spatial data sets, query optimizations, Database Design // DDL, benchmarking and specifications, data health, and system healths and monitoring. This meetup will be hosted near the Snowflake office in Tysons (event space sponsored by Snowflake). We’ll have pizza and drinks for folks. 6:00 arrival and networking, 6:30 talk followed by discussion, 7:45 close. The event is at 1750 Tysons Boulevard, McClean, VA, 22102, in the 1750 Tysons Conference Center. This is Metro Accessible from the Silver Line to Tyson's Corner station. Parking at the mall next door is free or the event building has paid parking.

**IMPORTANT - READ** Monongahela National Forest limits groups to 10 people, so that is a hard limit for this trip. If you are not 100% committed please do ***NOT RSVP*** ## **Trail Facts** * **Difficulty Level: Moderate** * **Length:** 16 Miles * **Duration:** 2 Days * **Elevation Gain:** 2,216 Feet * **Bear Canisters:** Not Required * **Permits:** Not Required * **Parking:** Red Creek Trailhead * **Coordinates:** 38.972729, -79.397824 * **AllTrails Map**: [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/dolly-sods-backpack-16-mi-24357dd](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/dolly-sods-backpack-16-mi-24357dd) The Dolly Sods Wilderness is a U.S. Wilderness Area in the Allegheny Mountains of eastern West Virginia and is part of the Monongahela National Forest (MNF) and one of the most desirable trekking areas in the US. Dolly Sods is a rocky, high-altitude plateau with sweeping vistas and flora and fauna normally found much further north in Canada. A backpacking trip in this area will expose you to a very diverse and unique landscape with sphagnum bogs, grassy meadows lined by spruce trees, wind-carved boulders, and beautiful mountain vistas. Note - this area can have very unpredictable weather. I've had everything from sunshine, to heavy rain, to even snow and hail as late as May. Pack accordingly. **Trail Details:** We will meet at The Vienna Metro station on Saturday morning at 8am and drive to the Red Creek Trailhead at the southern end of the Dolly Sods wilderness. The drive is about 3 hours - I will drive and am happy to have up to 3 others carpool with me. When we arrive at the trailhead, we will hike about 6.3 miles to our campsite, stopping once to check out the the iconic Lion's Head on Breathed Mountain (pictured in the post). Should be an early day, so feel free to bring cards, adult beverages, or other items to pass the time. The second day, we will explore the rest of the park, which includes the rugged Dunkenbarger trail. The second day is about 9.4 miles back to the car. There are a ton of stream crossings on this trip - so expect to get wet and pack accordingly. **Essential Items**: * Tent * Sleeping pad​ * Sleeping bag suitable for expected temperatures​ * Backpack (appropriate for overnight backpacking)​ * Backpacking stove with fuel​ * Pot, cup, dish, and utensils​ * Dehydrated meals​ and snacks * Water bottles or hydration system (capacity for at least 2 liters)​ * Water filter or purification tablets​ * Headlamp with extra batteries​ * Rain gear * Dry bags or pack cover​ * Warm clothing layers (non-cotton) * Trowel for and toiletries for Leave No Trace compliance **Optional Items**: * Personal first aid kit​ * Map and compass or GPS device * Power bank or external battery * Trekking poles​ * Camp shoes * Electrolyte supplements​ * Alcohol​ * Books, games, or other enterainment * Gaiters​ * Sunscreen, lip balm, insect repellent​​ **General meetup location:** Vienna Metro Station - 8:00am Time driving: 3 hr. each way Google driving direction from Vienna metro: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/KUW283UFEe5kJJnLA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/KUW283UFEe5kJJnLA) **CARPOOL:** Don't forget if you want a ride or are willing to offer a ride – be a friend to the environment, save money, and make friends. **LIABILITY NOTICE:** Please remember that this group operates under the common adventurer model. We are a group of friends and volunteers organizing trips for fun and shared experience. Participants are expected to be familiar with best hiking practices and choose hikes that align with their physical abilities and experience. Organizers and members are not liable for any injuries, loss, or damage to persons or property arising from group activities. By attending this event, you agree to assume all risks associated with the activity.​ For more information on the common adventurer model, please see [Ron Watters' definition](https://www.ronwatters.com/CADefine.htm).​ If you believe you may be lost during the hike, follow the advice of the [US Forest Service](https://www.fs.usda.gov/visit/know-before-you-go/if-you-get-lost). ​ See you on the trail!

Important: Register on [AICamp website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026043014) is required for admission. **Description:** Join us for a community-led developer event focused on AI-assisted coding with GitHub Copilot. This event brings together developers to explore practical workflows, real-world use cases, and hands-on experiences using GitHub Copilot. Whether you are new to GitHub Copilot or already using it, this event will help you better understand how to apply AI-assisted coding techniques in everyday development. **Speakers/Topics:** \- Reynald Adolphe\, Microsoft\. Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA) **Sponsors:** We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 5,000+ AI developers in D.C and 500K+ worldwide.

**SATURDAY HIKE** SOBO on the AT from Bears Den Hostel **Option 1: 10.1 miles, 2780 A, 3200 D – Rod Hollow Shelter** * 10 people, 3 tent pads near shelter + more on side trail. * Picnic Pavilion, Bear Pole, Piped Spring @ shelter or large stream on side trail. **Option 2: 18.6 miles, 4520 A, 4540 D – Whiskey Hollow Shelter** * 8-10 people, loft, 3 tent sites + 1 tent platform. * Covered porch, picnic tables, benches, cooking ledges, bear pole, water source @ creek. **Saturday Highlights:** * 9.5 miles of the AT Roller Coaster * Buzzard Hill @ 1196.0 via 100-foot spur trail * Paris View (meadow) @ 1206.8 – 0.4 mile E of AT via Ambassador Whitehouse Trail * Sky Meadows State Park – beautiful open meadows with great views **SUNDAY Hike** * Repeat Saturday’s hike in the opposite direction back to Bear’s Den Hostel **FRIDAY NIGHT (optional)** *Dinner @ Bear Chase Brewing Company* 33665 Bear Chase Lane, Bluemont, VA 20135 540.554.8210 *Overnight @ Bear’s Den Hostel* 18393 Blueridge Mountain Rd, Bluemont, VA 20135 bearsdencenter.org 540.554.8708 10 bunks available or camp outside. Leave cars parked here overnight. \*\* This event is cross-posted with another group so we will have more attendees than what you see here.

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