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Preacher’s Throne Hike
**Moderate level – adults and teenagers with hiking experience**
**Sunday, March 15**
**Preacher’s Throne** is one of the most beautiful viewpoints in the **Pilis Mountains**, overlooking the famous **Danube Bend**.
The route begins with a **long, steep climb** — the most challenging part of the hike. After that, the trail becomes easier.
Along the way we will also visit the **Standing Stones** — impressive rock formations rising straight from the ground.
It’s a truly **beautiful and rewarding route**.
On the way we can prepare a **shared hot lunch**: grains, vegetables, cheese, and spices — simple but very tasty hiking food.
And as always, we will include our **practice of silence**, learning to reconnect with nature and inner harmony.
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🥾 **Distance:** 15.8 km
⬆️⬇️ Total ascent/descent: **693 m / 620 m**
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## ⏱ Meeting point
**08:20 – Újpest-Városkapu metro station**
Last carriage from the city center, upstairs near the ticket offices.
Return to **Batthyány tér** around **16:30–17:30**.
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## 💶 Price
Early payment (until Friday 20:00): **12,000 HUF**
Until Saturday 14:00: **14,000 HUF**
Standard: **16,000 HUF**
🥣 Optional hot lunch:
Under 16 – **2000 HUF**
Adults – **2500 HUF**
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## Cancellation policy
Less than **24 hours before the event** – 50% refund
Less than **12 hours** – no refund
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## 🎒 What to bring
* Water 1,5 liter
* Packed lunch **or** bowl and spoon + extra water if joining the group meal
* Comfortable clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty
* Warm layers
* Wind / rain jacket
* Tick repellent
* Optional thermos with tea
* Something sweet to share with tea (we usually share with the group)
To sign up please contact me via
**WhatsApp: https://wa.me/36305183643**
+36305183643
**Or Telegram:** @Rudra_AM
You can also pay to Revolut, Wise, by bank transfer.
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Preacher’s Throne Hike
**Moderate level – adults and teenagers with hiking experience**
**Sunday, March 15**
**Preacher’s Throne** is one of the most beautiful viewpoints in the **Pilis Mountains**, overlooking the famous **Danube Bend**.
The route begins with a **long, steep climb** — the most challenging part of the hike. After that, the trail becomes easier.
Along the way we will also visit the **Standing Stones** — impressive rock formations rising straight from the ground.
It’s a truly **beautiful and rewarding route**.
On the way we can prepare a **shared hot lunch**: grains, vegetables, cheese, and spices — simple but very tasty hiking food.
And as always, we will include our **practice of silence**, learning to reconnect with nature and inner harmony.
***
🥾 **Distance:** 15.8 km
⬆️⬇️ Total ascent/descent: **693 m / 620 m**
***
## ⏱ Meeting point
**08:20 – Újpest-Városkapu metro station**
Last carriage from the city center, upstairs near the ticket offices.
Return to **Batthyány tér** around **16:30–17:30**.
***
## 💶 Price
Early payment (until Friday 20:00): **12,000 HUF**
Until Saturday 14:00: **14,000 HUF**
Standard: **16,000 HUF**
🥣 Optional hot lunch:
Under 16 – **2000 HUF**
Adults – **2500 HUF**
***
## Cancellation policy
Less than **24 hours before the event** – 50% refund
Less than **12 hours** – no refund
***
## 🎒 What to bring
* Water 1,5 liter
* Packed lunch **or** bowl and spoon + extra water if joining the group meal
* Comfortable clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty
* Warm layers
* Wind / rain jacket
* Tick repellent
* Optional thermos with tea
* Something sweet to share with tea (we usually share with the group)
To sign up please contact me via
**WhatsApp: https://wa.me/36305183643**
+36305183643
**Or Telegram:** @Rudra_AM
You can also pay to Revolut, Wise, by bank transfer.
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All Fem Board Game Night
Join us for a night of board gaming with FANG (Fem All Night Gaming). **We are an all fem board game group** in Columbus, Ohio.
No cis-men, please!
We play modern hobby board games! If you're unsure what that is, we can teach you!
We'll be meeting on the second floor of Giant Eagle in their cafe area. Giant Eagle has a lot of food and beverage options including their hot foods bars. You are also welcome to bring in any outside food.
Spring Social Bowling League 🥳 20% Discount for NEW Bowlers!
☀️ **Shake Off the Winter Chill** **\- Bowl With Us\! 20% off for NEW bowlers\!**
Our 6-week spring social bowling league starts in **April** \- trade social hibernation for strikes\, beers\, and new friends\! Whether you're looking to unwind after work\, meet new people\, or just have a fun night out with pals\, this league is perfect for everyone\! Chill times\, cold drinks\, and plenty of chances to connect with others\. No matter your skill level\, this league is all about having fun and meeting new friends\. **;)**
**🗓 Thursday evenings \|📍 AMF Sawmill Lanes \| 💵 $79 *(while Early Bird is active)***
**🚨NEW to the league??** Use discount code (**MU2P26**) for 20% off - $63.20 *during Early Bird*
**💻 League Info & Registration**: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling
**Why Join?**
🎉 It’s only 6 weeks - perfect for a low-commitment social plan
🍻 Great mix of people in their 20s-40s, plus post-game hangs at the bar
🎳 Zero pressure - gutter balls totally welcome!
👕 Free league shirt if you sign up early
🧠 Weekly trivia w/ prizes
💬 Super social - join solo or w/ friends!
**Want in?**
Join our Meetup team Spare Me 👉 **Click here to join** https://tinyurl.com/22kro6tn
Or start a team of your own with a few friends - we’ll all be hanging out either way!
📅 League Dates (Thursday evenings): April 16, April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21
***(The MeetUp event date is deadline to register for the league.)***
**Cost & What’s Included:**
✔ $79 Early Bird registration - **NEW bowler?? Get 20% off with code: MU2P26**
✔ 6 weeks of bowling (1–3 games/week)
✔ Shoe rentals & full league setup
✔ Trivia, prizes, and great people
👉 **SIGN UP NOW**
💻League Info & Registration: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling
🤑Use promo code MU2P26 to save 20%
📸 Follow the fun on Instagram: https://bit.ly/BowlingLeague-IG
📩 Questions? Contact the league: http://bit.ly/2nKHno7
Spots are filling fast – don’t miss out on the fun times!
BASEBALL IS BACK!! Clippers' Home Saturday Opener!!! ⚾ 🧢 🌭 🎆 🧨 🎇 🗽 🦅 🇺🇸
**Summary**
Celebrate America's 250th year and the [Columbus Clippers'](https://www.milb.com/columbus) 50th season by watching [Franklin County's](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbus_Clippers) best team play the [best game in the world](https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/babe_ruth_140116) at [one of the ten best](https://www.dispatch.com/story/sports/minors/2025/03/26/huntington-park-voted-top-10-minor-league-ballparks-usa-today-10best-awards/82656048007/) baseball stadiums in the United States in their 2026 home Saturday opener!
The first pitch is scheduled for 4:05 p.m. The gates always open an hour before the scheduled first pitch. I'm usually at the ballpark a half an hour before the scheduled first pitch. Clippers' games usually last around two and a half hours.
Being a few minutes early will help us secure good seats.
**Parking**
I personally always like to park in the [McConnell Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/McConnell+Garage/@39.9685114,-83.0103938,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388f24145462d1:0x6238c0f0c851ab70!8m2!3d39.9692957!4d-83.0081175!16s%2Fg%2F1jkw6y27y?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). If nothing else is going on in the area, this should be $7. However, I've also seen it be as high as $22. I can't say for certain what it will be for this game, but once I know, I will post in the comments.
Alternately, there are other lots in the area you can try which will probably be a few dollars cheaper. [Here is a map](https://img.mlbstatic.com/milb-images/image/upload/q_auto/milb/ernng44ya2xkr4wbheql) of all the garages and lots surrounding the stadium. Keep in mind that many of these are outdoor lots and your car will be out in the elements.
If you decide to look for a different lot, I would mildly recommend either the Buggyworks Lot or the Broadbelt Lot, but I have never parked in either of these myself. Although it won't apply for this game, keep in mind that street parking is also free citywide in Columbus on [Sundays and holidays](https://www.columbus.gov/files/sharedassets/city/v/1/public-service/right-of-way-permit/on-street-parking-out-of-service-policy-and-procedure-final-8.15.2022-signed.pdf).
**Where We'll Be**
Here is a [map of the ballpark](https://img.mlbstatic.com/milb-images/image/upload/milb/qkqohbqjgtx5uwo6zkgn.pdf).
We'll be sitting on Level 3 of the [Left Field Building](https://www.milb.com/columbus/ballpark/huntington-park) (aka the "AEP Power Pavilion"), which features a 110 foot bar with six open patios overlooking the field. This area is covered and will be out of any sun or rain that may transpire.
If you enter the park through the Center Field Entrance (which is at the intersection of Nationwide Blvd. and Neil Ave.), there will be a door to your immediate right after you enter that leads to a staircase up into the Tower.
This door is not well-marked, and if you've never been to Huntington Park before, you may wonder if you're actually allowed to go in and up the stairs. Yes, you are.
We'll be on the Tower's "Level 3". I have uploaded to the Photos section of this event page, below, a picture of the sign you want look for after you ascend the stairs, so you'll know you're on the correct floor.
**Tickets**
Do not buy your tickets ahead of time. They will literally be twice as expensive if you buy them on Ticketmaster.
Instead, go to the ticket window near the Center Field Entrance. Buy a *Standing Room Only* ticket (don't worry, you won't be standing), which will cost you a flat $8 with no other taxes or fees.
These tickets never sell out, and this is the cheapest way to get into the park.
**Carry-Ins**
Per the team's [website](https://www.milb.com/columbus/ballpark/a-z-guide): "Soft-sided coolers are permitted in the general seating area [which is where we'll be], but not hard-sided coolers; also no alcohol, glass bottles, or cans will be permitted. SMALL bags or backpacks of food items and beverages in plastic bottles are ok. Reusable water bottles are permitted, but must be empty upon arrival. Diaper bags are allowed."
I always bring a disposable plastic bottle of water and refill it as I need at the park. Bottled water at the game is something like 4 or 5 dollars. So if you want a bottle of water, I recommend bringing your own bottle instead of buying it at the park.
**Food & Drink**
The area we'll be in has burgers, hot dogs, salads, soft pretzels, ice cream, and other sorts of things you would expect at a baseball game. I've posted pics of the menu in the Photos section, below.
The burger and fries are $14 plus tax, and they're not bad. (This is what I usually get.) The beer is *really* overpriced. It's like $9, or $20 for a pitcher. If there's some people to help me drink it, though, I'll buy a pitcher of Michelob Ultra.
While we'll be on the penultimate floor of the Tower, the top floor (which has a great view, but is fully exposed to the elements) has a [Dirty Frank's](https://dirtyfranks.com/) hot dog stand. I've never gotten anything from there, though I've been told it's good.
The Donatos pizza stand is also a very short walk away from where we'll be. I love Donatos, but the pizza is so expensive at the ballpark. It's like $9 for a personal-sized pepperoni. It is good, though.
**Peroration**
Let's (watch them) play ball!






