Backcountry

**Attention** **This meet-up is run by Japanese organizers. The participants are mostly Japanese and therefor all conversations are conducted in Japanese. It would be difficult to conduct the meeting in multipule languages.** **Please be aware of the above before participating.** **→注意事項** **このミートアップは日本人のオーガナイザーによって運営されています。** **参加者のほとんどが日本人であるため、会話はすべて日本語で行われます。多言語でミーティングを行うことは困難です。** **以上のことをご了承の上、ご参加ください。** **(上記英文をDeepLにて翻訳しました)。** **///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////** 千葉県での初級～中級のWordPressの勉強会です。 今回はChiba WordPress Meetupの単独企画イベント(オンライン/オフライン同時開催)です。 1月の会はオフライン、オンライン同日開催でWordPress周辺でよく使われる言葉についてみんなで勉強する会になります。 WordPressの勉強会を時々「その言葉ってどういう意味ですか？」って聞かれる事があります。慣れてる自分たちは普通に使う言葉でも慣れてない方、初心者の方には見知らぬ言語で話してる様に見えてしまうものですね。 そこで今回はインターネットやWordPress周辺で使われている言葉について改めて勉強しましょうという会にします。 専用のGoogleフォームを用意しましたのでそちらを参照して知りたい言葉を選ぶ/入力し、それを当日見ながら色々調べてみたり、意見交換してみたりしましょう。 **＜＜概要(オンライン/オフライン併記)＞＞** 期　　日： 2026年1月25日(日)　13:30～16:00の2.5時間 (16:00以降はオフライン会場でお土産山分け会) 場　　所： オフライン会場：千葉市生涯学習センター　3F小会議室 JR千葉駅「中央改札」を降りて、「千葉公園口」から徒歩8分 会場までの経路は\*\*[こちら](https://chiba-gakushu.jp/access_01/)\*\*を参照して下さい。 オンライン会場：Zoomを使用 参加ULRは右側サイドバーをご参照ください。 参加人数： オンライン、オフライン各15名計30名 会　　費：300円 ※参加申し込みの際に対面(オフライン)かオンラインかをお選びください。 当日のレジュメ： イベントの概要 超初心者向けネットとWordPress周辺の用語解説 業務連絡 記念写真 **＜＜こんな方におススメ＞＞** WordPressでブログやWebサイトをはじめてみたい方 WordPressを使ってて判らない事、疑問に思う事がある方 WordPressを使っている人と仲良くなりたい方 WordPress周辺でわからない言葉を勉強したい人 **＜＜注意事項＞＞** 今回は事前にどんな用語を知りたい/勉強したいかを事前にアンケートします。 下記のGoogleフォームにアクセスし、選択式になってるものをチェック、又は選択肢にない用語の場合は自由記入欄にご記入ください。 **[https://forms.gle/kHApLDamq536bdR16](https://forms.gle/kHApLDamq536bdR16)** **＜＜オフライン参加の方法について＞＞** オフライン参加の方はこのページ内でご案内している会場(千葉市生涯学習センター　3F小会議室)にお時間までにお越しください。 費用は500円です。 最寄り駅はJR総武線/総武本線/外房線/内房線　千葉駅です。 中央改札を出て左、公園口から徒歩8分です。 持ち物は基本ご自身の判断で結構です。 ノートPCがあればなお良しです。 当日は会場でもZoom参加いただけますが絶対ではありませんので判断は参加者各自にお任せします。 **＜＜オンライン参加の方法について＞＞** オンライン参加の方はZoomを使用しますのでご利用になるPCにZoomクライアントアプリをインストールしておいて下さい。 会場で音声が聞き取りにくい場合もありますのでヘッドホン/イヤホン等をご用意ください。 既にインストール済みの方は最新バージョンへのアップデートを事前に済ませておく様にお願いします。 ZoomのURLは当日午前にMeetupに連絡用として登録したメールアドレスへの送信、およびこのページの右サイドバーに表記致します。 **＜＜重要＞＞** 折角お申込みいただいても当日の予定を失念してしまい、参加出来なかったという方もいらっしゃいます。 スマートフォン(iPhone、Android)に\*\*[meetupアプリ](https://www.meetup.com/ja-JP/apps/)\*\*をインストールしていただくとイベントへの参加申し込み、キャンセル手続き、申込イベントへのスケジュール確認、参加者同士のメッセージ送受信等を便利に行えます。 ぜひ利用登録してください。 参加申込みいただいた後にご都合により参加出来なくなった場合は、早めのキャンセル手続きをし、ご連絡いただければと思います。 またキャンセル手続きが上手く出来ない場合は、イベント主催者側にコメントやメッセージでご連絡ください。 **＜＜ライトニングトーク(LT)登壇者を募集しています＞＞** 偶数月のもくもく会ではライトニングトーク(LT)の枠を設けています。 ライトニングトークとは1人5分位の短い時間で行われるプレゼンテーションです。自身の話したい内容を短時間でまとめる能力、人前での発表する事でコミュニケーション力の向上、等の効果があるとされています。 またMeetupでのLTの経験は将来的により大きなイベントでの長時間のプレゼンにも役立ち、そこから新しい人とのつながり、別のコミュニティへの発展も期待できます。 参加申込の際にLT登壇のお伺いをしております。 希望される方はYESとしていただくと後日運営からご連絡差し上げます。 多くの方のLT登壇をお待ちしております。 ※現在は26年4月の会以降の登壇者を募集しております。 **＜＜運営からお願い＞＞** 開場からMeetup開始までの間の時間に限りがあります。オフライン参加の方で早めにお越しいただける方は開場時間(12：40頃)にお越しいただき、設営の準備をお手伝いいただけると助かります。 お手伝いいただきたい内容は「**机、いすの配置**」「**電源ケーブル、コンセントの配置**」「**プロジェクタスクリーンの準備**」「**受付の補助**」等簡単なものになります。 ご協力いただけますとスムーズに会が始められますのでよろしくお願いします。

**Knowledge とは？** Knowledge 26(以下K26)は、アメリカ・ラスベガスで2026年5月5日-7日に開催を予定している、ServiceNowのAIの最新情報が集結する3日間のイベントです。 CEO Bill McDermottおよび製品責任者Amit Zaveryの基調講演でServiceNowのビジョンやプロダクトの最新情報をご紹介します。 **knowledge 26 グローバルTechイベントの魅力セッション** K26に参加を検討している方のための情報セッションを開催します。 グローバルTechイベントに参加することで得られる圧倒的な成長の機会、モチベーションアップとキャリア向上の体験をシェアします。 また、若手キャリアのコミュニティメンバーをレポーターとして派遣するプログラムを本年度実施！選考プロセスを説明します。 K26へ参加を検討されている方、ぜひご参加ください。 運営サポートスタッフのご協力も併せてお願いします。 meetup.com での登録が困難な方は、[Microsoft Forms](https://forms.office.com/r/kVxA8UTPPG)にてもお申し込みいただけます オンライン参加の方は、お手数ではございますが、参加登録後に表示されるZoom Webinarの登録画面でも登録お願いします。 登録しますと、参加用URL等のリマインダーが送信されます。 **イベント紹介セッション**の登壇を希望される方は 2026年度の登壇者ポイント(MVP/Rising Star選定対象)とK26ストアバウチャーをプレゼント **当日受付や運営サポートしてくれるスタッフ**も募集します それぞれ[Microsoft Forms](https://forms.office.com/r/kVxA8UTPPG)にもご登録ください 日時： 2026年1月23日(金) 15:00 - 17:00 参加対象 * knowledge 26 (2026/5/5-7開催予定)に参加検討されている方 **会場**： [ServiceNow Japan 合同会社 東京本社](https://www.arkhills.com/access/) **15F** **タイムスケジュール:** 15:00–15:10 オープニング 運営チーム 15:10-15:30 Knowledge イベント概要 15:30-16:10 Knowledge参加者が語るKnowledgeの魅力 16:10-16:30 Knowledge 活用術・上申方法・英語スキルなどなんでも壁打ち相談会 16:30 – 17:00 Knowledge レポーター派遣プログラム告知 + クイックネットワーキング **当日のドレスコード** * カジュアル推奨 登壇者 * ソフトバンク株式会社 **小泉 健太** 氏 ServiceNowコミュニティ Rising Star 2025/2024 * 株式会社ロココ アジェンダ・登壇者・タイムスケジュールは変更になる可能性があります **注意事項** * ServiceNowユーザー・ServiceNowパートナー企業が参加いただけます * 想定を超えるお申し込みがあった場合1社あたりの参加者数を3名様に制限させていただく場合がございます * お申し込みフォームの「Organization Name」欄に「ご所属企業名」「Current Role」に「役職」を記載願います * 飲食を目的とした懇親会のみの参加、リクルーティング行為、ハラスメント行為が確認された場合はご退場いただき、以降の参加をお断りします * 収集した個人情報は、本イベントの管理目的にのみ利用します * 個人情報の取り扱いについて、こちらのページに記載の内容（[https://www.servicenow.com/jp/service-privacy.html](https://www.servicenow.com/jp/service-privacy.html)） に、イベントの登録をすることによって同意するとみなします

**Please sign up on Luma:** https://luma.com/5sobe1ac (日本語は下にあります) # ​What if you could hop into a Time Machine for 90 minutes? 🕰️✨ > ​**Travel to your past, zoom into your future,** **design your 2026** main character arc, and turn your dream future into a plan that actually works. ​In this **Manifestation Jam 🪩**, you’ll reflect, visualize, and set intentions using **playful, hands-on exercises** that combine **vision boarding with practical goal-setting techniques**. # ​🧺 What You'll Experience: ​Time-hop through **your 2025 past**, **2026 future**, and **present moment.** You'll create a personalized vision board, learn manifestation techniques backed by neuroscience, and transform big dreams into actionable goals. # ​🧑🏻‍🎨 Who Should Join This Event? * ​Anyone craving clarity and direction for 2026 in a playful, interactive style * ​People ready to visualize their dream life and make it real * ​English-speaking Japanese participants welcome — **support provided** # ​🗓 Event Details * ​**Date:** Jan 21, 2026 (Wed) * ​**Time:** 20:00 - 21:30 PM JST * ​**Location:** Online via Butter * ​**Fee:** 600 JPY (international currency accepted) * ​**Payment:** Bank transfer / E-banking * ​**Language:** English (日本語サポートあり) # ​💻 What to Prepare * ​Laptop (for the best experience) * ​Familiarity with Butter & Figma (manuals provided upon registration) * ​An open mind ready to dream big ✨ # ​🎤 Your **Facilitator** ​Annie is the Founder of **Creaba**, on a mission to create playful, hands-on spaces where **creativity meets experiential learning**. She loves helping people **explore ideas, build skills, and bring their dreams to life**. ​Maya is an Educator with a TESOL background, passionate about how **tech and neuroscience** can transform learning. She loves turning complex ideas into **fun, practical experiences** you can actually use. *** ​Claude AI*による翻訳* # ​もし**90分間のタイムマシンに乗れるとしたら? 🕰️✨** > ​過去を振り返り、未来を覗き、2026年に本当に実現したい自分をデザインしましょう。 ​過去を振り返り、未来を覗き込み、2026年の主人公としての自分をデザインして、夢の未来を実現可能なプランに変えましょう。 ​このManifestation Jam 🪩では、ビジョンボードと実践的な目標設定テクニックを組み合わせた、遊び心のある体験型エクササイズを通じて、振り返り、視覚化し、意図を設定します。 # ​🧺 What You'll Experience: ​パーソナライズされたビジョンボードを作成し、脳科学に基づくマニフェステーション(引き寄せ)のテクニックを学び、大きな夢を実現可能なゴールに変換します。 # ​🧑🏻‍🎨 こんな方におすすめ! * ​2026年に向けた明確な方向性を、楽しくインタラクティブに見つけたい方 * ​理想の人生を視覚化し、それを現実にする準備ができている方 * ​英語を話す日本人参加者も大歓迎 — サポートあり # ​🗓 イベント詳細 * ​日時: 2026年1月21日(水) * ​**時間:** 20:00 - 21:30 JST * ​**場所:** オンライン * ​**参加費:** 600円(国際通貨も受付可) * ​**支払い方法:** 銀行振込 / オンラインバンキング * ​**言語:** 英語(日本語サポートあり) # ​💻 必要なもの・こと * ​パソコン(最適な体験のため) * ​ButterとFigmaの基本操作(登録後にマニュアル提供) * ​オープンマインドと大きな夢を描く準備 ✨ # ​🎤 ファシリテーター ​Annieは、Creabaの創設者。創造性と体験学習が交わる、遊び心あふれる実践的な場づくりをミッションとしています。人々がアイデアを探求し、スキルを身につけ、夢を実現するサポートが大好きです。 ​Mayaは、TESOL資格を持つ教育者。テクノロジーと脳科学が学びをどう変えるかに情熱を注いでいます。複雑なアイデアを、実際に使える楽しく実践的な体験に変えることが得意です。

Ukulele Club is a fun group for all ages and skill levels! There is no teacher, but we all help teach each other. Think of songs you would like to learn, and we can learn them together. If you don't have an ukulele, we have extra ukuleles When: *almost* Every Saturday, 10am-11:30am Admission: food/drink order

We are hiking Manassas Battlefield. We are tracing the area of the second battle of Manassas. The trails are made up of various surfaces. including grass, dirt, gravel, rocks, and pavement. The trails could be muddy. You might not need hiking boots for this hike. You do need footwear with enough support for six plus miles. Distance: 6.60 miles Elevation Gain: 429 feet We are meeting in the parking lot for Manassas Battlefield Visitor’s Center. There are several parking lots at Manassas Battlefield so make sure you find the Visitor’s Center. The address might not take you there so use the following coordinates: 38.812819,-77.521449 The hike should take approximately two to two and a half hours depending on the walking speed of the group. There is no parking fee for this hike. There are rest rooms in the Visitor's Center. The hike will be followed by an optional trip to Starbucks, 8699 Sudley Rd, Manassas VA. Starbucks is only 4 miles from the trailhead. HIKING RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT Please read and be certain you understand the implications of agreeing to Express Assumption of Risk Associated with Hiking and Related Activities. I do hereby affirm and acknowledge that I have been fully informed of the inherent hazards and risks associated with hiking, transportation of equipment related to the activities, and traveling to and from activity sites, in which I am about to engage. Inherent hazards and risks include but are not limited to: 1\. Risk of injury from the activity and equipment utilized is significant including the potential for permanent disability and death\. 2\. Falling\, causing broken bones severe injuries to the head\, neck and back which may result in severe impairment or even death\. 3\. All "act of nature\," including but not limited to avalanche\, rock fall\, inclement weather\, thunder and lighting\, severe and or varied wind\, temperature and other weather conditions\. 4\. Risks associated with crossing\, climbing or down\-climbing of rock\, snow and/or ice\. 5\. Risks associated with river crossings\, fordings\, or portaging\. 6\. Possible equipment failure and/or malfunction of my own or others' equipment\, which may have been rented\, borrowed\, or personally owned\. 7\. My own negligence and/or the negligence of others\, including employees\, agents\, independent contractors or representatives of including but not limited to operator failure\. 8\. Cold weather and heat related injuries and illness including but not limited to frostnip\, frost bite\, heat exhaustion\, heat stroke\, sunburn\, hypothermia and dehydration\. 9\. Attack by or encounter with insects\, reptiles\, and/or animals\. 10\. Accidents or illness occurring in remote places where there are no available medical facilities\. 11\. Fatigue chill\, and/or dizziness\, which may diminish my/our reaction time and increase the risk of accident\. 12\. My sense of balance\, physical coordination\, and ability to follow instructions\. \*I understand the description of these risks is not complete and that unknown or unanticipated risks may result in Injury, illness, or death. Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims and Indemnity Agreement In consideration for being permitted to participate in any way in hiking and related activities, I hereby agree, acknowledge and appreciate that: 1\. I HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY\, DISABILITY\, DEATH\, or loss or damage to person or property\, WHETHER CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE\, the following named persons or entities\, herein referred to as releasees: Seth Allen \(Company and/or Person\)\, Melanie Yolanda Allen \(Company and/or Person\) 2\. To release the releasees\, their officers\, directors\, employees\, representatives\, agents\, and volunteers\, from liability and responsibility whatsoever and for any claims or causes of action that I\, my estate\, heirs\, survivors\, executors\, or assigns may have for personal injury\, property damage\, or wrongful death arising from the above activities whether caused by active or passive negligence of the releasees or otherwise\. By executing this document\, I agree to hold the releasees harmless and indemnify them in conjunction with any injury\, disability\, death\, or loss or damage to person or property that may occur as a result of engaging in the above activities\. 3\. By entering into this Agreement\, I am not relying on any oral or written representation or statements made by the releasees\, other than what is set forth in this Agreement\. This release shall be binding to the fullest extent permitted by law. If any provision of this release is found to be unenforceable, the remaining terms shall be enforceable. I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT, AND I FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, AND UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP LEGAL RIGHTS BY AGREEING TO IT, AND I AGREE TO IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT. FOR PARTICIPANTS OF MINORITY AGE: This is to certify that I, as Parent, Guardian, Temporary Guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree not only to his/her release of all Releasees, but also to release and indemnify the Releasees from any and all liabilities incident to his/her involvement in these programs for myself, my heirs, assigns, and next of kin.

**Alpine stile, North Fork Mountain, WV - Winter Traverse** 2 days backpacking - 24 mile **IMPORTANT:** All the time we will be traveling on or next to the ridge line and we will be expose to the wind, this will make this trip an Alpine experience, be protected with the right layers of cloths is essential. **Gear required:** 1.) Backpack 2.) Tent 3.) Sleeping bag (20F or better if 0F) 4.) Sleeping pad 5.) 3-4 lt. of water, there is no water supply on North Fork (Do not use camelback, the hose will totally froze in no time) 6.) Micro-spikes 7.) Hiking shoes /boots 8.) 3 pair of extra socks 9.) 2 piece rain suit (top & bottom) 10.) Legging gaiters 11.) Hat, gloves 12.) Extra warm layers, jacket 13.) Head lamp with extra batteries 14.) Small garbage bag 15.) Cooking hardware (backpacking stove-gas cannister-pot-dish-spoon) 16.) Dehydrate food and plenty of snacks This is a one way shuttle trek, the general plan is to head over the end of the trail (point B on description bellow) leave a car there and proceed to star of trail head (point A on description bellow) **Friday night car camp:** Redman Run Trail Parking (38.912332, -79.261841) **Hike start - Point A** Trail head parking (38.710801, -79.401991) **Hike end - Point B** Trail head parking (38.981855, -79.230984) **North Fork Mountain detailed trail map** [http://www.hikingupward.com/MNF/NorthForkMountain/](http://www.hikingupward.com/MNF/NorthForkMountain/) **North Fork Mountain general area trail map** [http://www.wvhighlands.org/Pages/Maps_NFM.html](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wvhighlands.org%2FPages%2FMaps_NFM.html&h=ATMoIFAapg0J-A94Uf3uxzP2hkGk8GuLff1m46dNaA-GFcsAly-sjAvBsLoLN_f6OF3nzm3suPpBtUVh3jIx766vk4oh1g8eBOZF7Qqna5PO6aoBNLZnR84Xo7BJr9JopFXhvEEled48O64VSpRxiObLa7qC2PfjQbpPUg4SA7-1TbkqkMUzTvxyfA) **Google driving directions:** [https://goo.gl/maps/yJBVKK1Quim](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fgoo.gl%2Fmaps%2FyJBVKK1Quim&h=ATNNTfluXFEa85nhBMXaxU9qEfkLC0nWYX8nADC9hFYAufd44Fo3I_NgsZfAH7Lu0wkbw7l0O4nkRYkKwt0SJzwGHyIroHxafqxUepYEYu3js4adD_JJGL5wiFSpWtryhK9piMGG38r5cEGjgMxtch7A5a4Acz34GQWR0xP5Q-xDGiD5Ah-G7i88Vg)

Winter calls for a different mountain experience - let's trade in our hiking boots for ski boots and hit the slopes! We will meet at North Bethesda Metro (previously named White Flint) at 8AM and carpool to the resort. Drive time is about 1 hour and 30mins - Please post a comment below if you are willing to drive. Carpooling saves the environment and makes friends. ## **Mountain Facts** * **Terrain Difficulty:** 35% green runs, 40% blue runs, 25% black runs * **Lifts:** 8 * **Trails:** 16, 2 terrain parks * **Highest Elevation:** 1,190 Feet * **Lift Tickets:** Epic Season Pass or Single-Day Lift Ticket: https://www.libertymountainresort.com/plan-your-trip/lift-access/tickets.aspx * **Parking:** North Bethesda Metro Parking Garage **Trip Details:** Let's give Liberty a shot this time. Liberty is a small ski resort, but with a drive less than 2 hours, it's easy to get to the mountain and back home in time for dinner. Liberty is thought of as being more beginner friendly than the nearby Whitetail, but does offer several large terrain parks. This is not designed as a trip to help with ski/snowboard instruction. However, Liberty does offer both lessons and rentals. On the way back, I plan to stop at a hot pot restaurant called Hot Pot Hero in Gaithersburg, MD. Address is 100 Paramount Park Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. **WHAT TO BRING:** * Ski/snowboard gear (rentals available onsite) * Lift ticket or season pass (available onsite) * Warm layers, gloves, and goggles (available onsite) * Helmet - optional (available onsite) * Snacks, water, and electrolytes (available onsite) * Steez **LIFT TICKETS:** You will need to either purchase an Epic Season Pass or single-day lift tickets. The ticket prices vary, but I recommend purchasing them well in advance as they can (and do) sell out. For more info: https://www.libertymountainresort.com/plan-your-trip/lift-access/tickets.aspx **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 snowboarding/skiing practices and choose trails 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 on the mountain, 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 slopes!

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, [https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf](https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf) and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike. Join us for winter fun, hiking and ice skating! First time skaters welcome. We will meet next to the Mercury Fountain, which is north of the Ice Rink. From the fountain, we will take the Green Trail to Lake Anne. From there we continue on the Blue Trail and some other paths until we reach Lake Fairfax. We will zigzag through Lake Fairfax Park and we will have a break at Lake Fairfax Park Campground A (excellent facilities). Then we will continue through the Lake Fairfax Park until we make a right turn that will bring us close to the Reston Golf Course. We will hike along the golf course until we hit the W&OD trail at Sallie Mae Drive. Then we will follow the W&OD trail back to Reston, to start part 2 of the fun. The hike is 6 miles with \~400 feet elevation gain. We plan to arrive at the Reston Ice Rink about 11:45am for the ice skating portion of this event, followed by lunch at Makers Union about 1pm. Cost for skating is $11 adults/$9 senior or military plus $8 skate rental. Please only sign up if you are interested in both the hike and ice skating, as space is limited. Thank you. Distance: 6 miles Elevation: 400 ft. Pace: 2.5-3 mph while moving **Coordinates of the meeting place:** 38.958924, -77.356932 **Dogs:** not allowed **Leaders:** Willem Janssen, (202) 280-4397 and Kris N. (618) 623-2484 **Rating:** C **Map for hike:** https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-december-2-2024-9c838d2?u=i&sh=g8n9nn

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During his second trip of the year, Juanatán will take you to Maryland Heights, but during the winter season. This journey of 8.6 miles through Harpers Ferry National Park will allow you to experience this famous trail and overlook in a different light. We will meet at the Vienna South Metro Station at 8:00 AM and carpool to the trailhead. Drive time is about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Please post a comment if you are willing to drive. Carpooling saves the environment and makes friends! ## **Trail Facts** * **Difficulty Level:** Strenuous * **Length:** 8.6 Miles * **Duration:** 6-6.5 hrs (Including our meal on the way back.) * **Elevation Gain:** 1,762 Feet * **Permits:** Have a National Park Pass or pay the $20 entrance fee. * **Parking:** Vienna South Metro Station (Search for ¨NOVA Trailblazers Carpooling Location¨ on Google Maps.) (Parking is free on weekends.) * **Dogs:** Not allowed. (The restaurant stop is built into the hike.) * **Trailhead Coordinates:** 39.31617004156396, -77.75620539129638 * **AllTrails Map**: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/custom-route-011e405?u=i&sh=kucj8c **Trail Details:** After reaching the trailhead we will follow a trail down to Lower Town Harpers Ferry, passing some historial structures along our way. After passing through town we will go over a bridge, spend some time on the towpath, and then begin the steep ascent to Maryland Heights. After admiring the wintry view we will mostly come back the way we came, making a small diversion to grab a bite to eat at The Rabbit Hole before walking back to the Visitor Center parking lot. Since this hike is scheduled for February, it will likely be cold, so please wear layers and bring adequate fuel and hydration. In addition, the trails could be slippery, so the use of traction devices (microspikes, crampons, or similar) is **REQUIRED** if the expected trail conditions warrant it. If everyone is tired after the hike there is the option to take the shuttle back to the Visitor Center. The last shuttle for the day will leave at 5:30 PM. **Itinerary:** 8:00 AM: Meet at the Vienna South Metro Station. 8:15 AM: Depart for the trailhead. 9:30 AM: Arrive and begin hike. 1:30 PM: Arrive at The Rabbit Hole. 3:00 PM: Finish walking back to the trailhead. 4:00 PM: Reach the trailhead and drive home. 5:30 PM: Arrive at the Vienna South Metro Station. *(Setting the end time to 6:00 PM to allow time for the unexpected.)* **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! **[Featured Image Source](https://mountainmamacabins.com/blog/harpers-ferry-winter/)**