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The Original Free Walking Tour Berlin (Afternoon Time)
**Note:** *We regularly receive bookings for the Free Walking Tour Berlin from many different platforms, which means you’ll be joining a diverse group of travellers from all over the world. Expect a lively atmosphere, lots of people, and an amazing opportunity to meet new friends while exploring Berlin together.*
**Free Walking Tour Berlin – Discover the City’s History & Culture:**
Explore Berlin like never before with our Free Walking Tour Berlin, the most authentic and engaging way to experience Germany’s capital. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re returning to discover more, this guided walking tour is designed to help you uncover the stories, landmarks, and hidden corners that make Berlin one of the most fascinating cities in Europe.
**Why Join Our Free Walking Tour in Berlin?**
* Pay-what-you-want model – Everyone is welcome, and you decide the value.
* Expert local guides – Friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about Berlin.
* Meet fellow travellers – A social and fun way to explore the city.
* Daily departures – Rain or shine, we walk every day.
**Who Is This Tour For?**
The Free Walking Tour Berlin is perfect for backpackers, solo travellers, groups, and families who want to get an overview of the city before diving deeper. Whether you’re interested in history, culture, or just a fun day out, this tour offers something for everyone.
**How It Works:**
The tour is free to join – no upfront cost. At the end, you are welcome to leave a tip that reflects what the experience was worth to you. Simply book your spot online to secure your place, as tours often fill up quickly.
**Join Us Today:**
See Berlin through the eyes of a local and experience its history come to life. Book your spot now and get ready to walk, learn, and connect on the Original Free Walking Tour Berlin.
The Original Free Walking Tour Berlin (Morning Time)
**Note:** *We regularly receive bookings for the Free Walking Tour Berlin from many different platforms, which means you’ll be joining a diverse group of travellers from all over the world. Expect a lively atmosphere, lots of people, and an amazing opportunity to meet new friends while exploring Berlin together.*
**Free Walking Tour Berlin – Discover the City’s History & Culture:**
Explore Berlin like never before with our Free Walking Tour Berlin, the most authentic and engaging way to experience Germany’s capital. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re returning to discover more, this guided walking tour is designed to help you uncover the stories, landmarks, and hidden corners that make Berlin one of the most fascinating cities in Europe.
**Why Join Our Free Walking Tour in Berlin?**
* Pay-what-you-want model – Everyone is welcome, and you decide the value.
* Expert local guides – Friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about Berlin.
* Meet fellow travellers – A social and fun way to explore the city.
* Daily departures – Rain or shine, we walk every day.
**Who Is This Tour For?**
The Free Walking Tour Berlin is perfect for backpackers, solo travellers, groups, and families who want to get an overview of the city before diving deeper. Whether you’re interested in history, culture, or just a fun day out, this tour offers something for everyone.
**How It Works:**
The tour is free to join – no upfront cost. At the end, you are welcome to leave a tip that reflects what the experience was worth to you. Simply book your spot online to secure your place, as tours often fill up quickly.
**Join Us Today:**
See Berlin through the eyes of a local and experience its history come to life. Book your spot now and get ready to walk, learn, and connect on the Original Free Walking Tour Berlin.
Lindy Hop | Swing Dance Classes in Prenzlauer Berg
-DROP IN - *(English below)*
Lindy Hop \| Swing Dance Unterricht \-
* *wenn es warm ist\, draußen \| outdoors\, when warm*
* *drinnen, wenn es kalt ist / inside, if cold*
Klassen am Donnerstag Abend
18:15 Uhr - Starter "Take The A Train"
\* keine Anmeldung nötig
\* Start jederzeit & ohne Tanzerpartner\*IN möglich
19:30 Uhr OPEN CLASS (Improver - Experienced)
\* keine Anmeldung nötig
\* Teilnahme jederzeit & ohne Tanzerpartner\*IN möglich
[20:30 Red RHYTHM - Social Dance w/ LIVE MUSIK & DJ](https://www.swingpatrolberlin.com/red-rhythm---swing-dance-night.html)
Für mehr Informationen & Kosten bitte hier schauen:
[SWING PATROL KULTURBRAUEREI](https://www.swingpatrolberlin.com/sp-kulte.html)
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classes every Thursday evening
18:15 Starter "Take The A Train"
\* no registration needed
\* no partner needed
\* start anytime
19:30 OPEN CLASS (IMPROVER - EXPERIENCED)
\* no registration needed
\* no partner needed
[20:30 Social Dance w/ LIVE MUSIK & DJ](https://www.swingpatrolberlin.com/red-rhythm---swing-dance-night.html)
All information here:
[SWING PATROL KULTURBRAUEREI](https://www.swingpatrolberlin.com/sp-kulte.html)
The Original Free Walking Tour Berlin (Afternoon)
***Note:*** *We regularly receive bookings for the **Free Walking Tour Berlin** from many different platforms, which means you’ll be joining a diverse group of travelers from all over the world. Expect a lively atmosphere, lots of people, and an amazing opportunity to meet new friends while exploring Berlin together.*
# Free Walking Tour Berlin – Discover the City’s History & Culture
Explore Berlin like never before with our **Free Walking Tour Berlin**, the most authentic and engaging way to experience Germany’s capital. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re returning to discover more, this guided walking tour is designed to help you uncover the stories, landmarks, and hidden corners that make Berlin one of the most fascinating cities in Europe.
## What to Expect
On this free walking tour, our professional and passionate guides will take you through Berlin’s most iconic sites while sharing powerful stories about the city’s history, culture, and modern life. Highlights often include:
* **Brandenburg Gate** – Berlin’s most famous landmark and symbol of unity.
* **Reichstag Building** – Discover the story behind Germany’s parliament.
* **Holocaust Memorial** – A moving tribute and space for reflection.
* **Berlin Wall & Checkpoint Charlie** – Step into the Cold War era.
* **Museum Island & Unter den Linden** – A cultural heart of the city.
* Hidden gems, local insights, and surprising stories you won’t find in guidebooks.
## Why Join Our Free Walking Tour in Berlin?
* **Pay-what-you-want model** – Everyone is welcome, and you decide the value.
* **Expert local guides** – Friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about Berlin.
* **Meet fellow travelers** – A social and fun way to explore the city.
* **Daily departures** – Rain or shine, we walk every day.
## Who Is This Tour For?
The Free Walking Tour Berlin is perfect for backpackers, solo travelers, groups, and families who want to get an overview of the city before diving deeper. Whether you’re interested in history, culture, or just a fun day out, this tour offers something for everyone.
## How It Works
The tour is **free to join** – no upfront cost. At the end, you are welcome to leave a tip that reflects what the experience was worth to you. Simply book your spot online to secure your place, as tours often fill up quickly.
## Join Us Today
See Berlin through the eyes of a local and experience its history come to life. Book your spot now and get ready to walk, learn, and connect on the **Original Free Walking Tour Berlin**.
Lasst uns treffen und Deutsch sprechen
Bitte kauft in den Restaurants mindestens einen Artikel, damit wir keinen Ärger mit dem Manager bekommen.
-> Location
Berlin Potsdamer Platz -> The Playce -> Manifesto Markt
Wir sitzen unten oft an den großen runden Tischen vor dem Restaurant Kumpir'a oder an den langen Tischen vor dem Pizza und Pasta Restaurant im Erdgeschoss.
Dieses Treffen ist für:
-Internationale Teilnehmer aus allen Ländern, die auf Deutsch Kontakte knüpfen wollen.
-Deutsch-sprachige, die in netter Gesellschaft anderen helfen wollen, Deutsch zu sprechen, oder nur neue Kontakte knüpfen wollen.
Thursday yoga in Prenzlauer berg in a small group☀️with a certified teacher
Come join a small group for hatha yoga in my home studio in Prenzlauer berg.
I am a certified yoga teacher, having trained in Bali and India. After the class you will feel relaxed, yet energised.
Mats are included and sanitised, altogether 15 euros.
Your muscles will be lengthened and back stiffness reduced more and more each time✨
Bachata Dance Class Berlin - Beginners-+ Tanzkurs (Donnerstag)
Bachata (the dance of our generation) is a social couple dance like Salsa - no choreography. The community in Berlin is active daily - you will meet a lot of open-minded people and make new friends quickly!
Every Thursday we have Bachata dance classes in Berlin - we are usually a group of around 20 people (95% beginners):
🕖 19:00 - class: Bachata Technique for Beginners+ (0-1+ years experience)
• No partner needed (we switch).
• You can start from zero in any of these classes!
📍 Adress: Klosterstraße 44 ([Google Maps Link](https://maps.app.goo.gl/5VGEqaVSy9xBCoHv9)) - near S+U Alexanderplatz
• Entry: Entrance A (next to U-Bahn), code: 5928# - 3rd floor (300), then black door.
• Price: 12€ per class.
✅ Dance teacher contact: [WhatsApp-group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IWKPsid0cBDAUHCWKZNL2B) / [Instagram](https://instagram.com/mahir.bachata.berlin)
🇩🇪: Bachata (der Tanz unserer Generation) ist ein sozialer Paartanz wie Salsa - keine Choreographie. Die Bachata-Szene in Berlin ist groß und täglich aktiv - du wirst schnell viele offene Leute kennenlernen und neue Freundschaften schließen!
Jeden Donnerstag findet dieser Bachata Tanzkurs statt - wir sind meistens eine Gruppe von 20 Leuten (95% Anfänger):
🕖 19:00 Uhr - Kurs: Bachata Technik für Anfänger+ (0-1+ Jahre Erfahrung)
• Kein Partner nötig (wir wechseln).
• Du kannst in diesen Kursen jederzeit von null starten!
📍 Adresse: Klosterstraße 44 ([Google Maps Link](https://maps.app.goo.gl/5VGEqaVSy9xBCoHv9)) - Nähe S+U Alexanderplatz
• Zugang: Eingang A (neben U-Bahn), Code: 5928# - 3. Etage (300), dann schwarze Tür.
• Preis: 12€ je Kurs.
✅ Tanzlehrer Kontakt: [WhatsApp-Gruppe](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IWKPsid0cBDAUHCWKZNL2B) / [Instagram](https://instagram.com/mahir.bachata.berlin)
Schreib uns gerne eine Nachricht, wenn du offene Fragen hast! Wir freuen uns auf dich ❤
Leisure Walking Events This Week
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Waldbaden im Westlichen Düppeler Forst
Winterwonderland-Waldbaden in offenen Gruppen im Düppeler Forst - Treffpunkt Berlin-Wannsee.
In meinen 2,5 stündigen Waldbaden-Kursen tauchst du in die regenerative Kraft des Waldes ein – entschleunigend, achtsam und wissenschaftlich fundiert. Du erlebst die Natur bewusst und mit allen Sinnen, löst Spannungen, reduzierst Stress und findest ganz natürlich zurück zu innerer Ruhe.
Angeleitet wird der Kurs mit Übungen, Meditationen und kreativen Aufgaben, die helfen sich wieder auf sich selbst zu konzentrieren. Z.B.:
* Übungen zur Entspannung, Achtsamkeit, Atem
* Leichte Mobilisierungsübungen
* Genussvolle Momente
* Kreativübungen, z.B. Naturbild kreieren
* Bonus: kleine Teezeremonie als Abschluss
Der aus Berlin und Potsdam sehr gut erreichbare westliche Düppeler Forst (Wannsee) ist dafür der perfekte Ort: Weitläufig, still und voller ursprünglicher Waldabschnitte, die sofort eine tiefe Erdung spürbar machen.
Ich bin Sarah und verbinde meine berufliche Erfahrung, die meist mit hohem Stressaufkommen verbunden war mit meiner Leidenschaft für **Waldbaden (Shinrin Yoku)**, Naturverbindung und ganzheitliche Stressprävention. In meinen Angeboten begleite ich Menschen, Teams und Organisationen dabei, im Wald Räume der Ruhe, Klarheit und Selbstwahrnehmung zu finden – und dadurch nachhaltige Veränderungen im Alltag zu ermöglichen.
Afternoon Walk+Coffee in Berlin: Sonnenallee/Treptower/Kreuzberg👣🚶🚶♀️❄️🥐☕🍪
1 EURO DONATION FEE PER PERSON IS REQUIRED (on site, in cash), to pay back the Meetup subscription fees and support my Events.
READ THE DESCRIPTION WITH THE INFO (IMPORTANT).
We take a walk in Berlin to meet new people or people we already know 😁
It's a way to spend a few hours together on a Saturday afternoon.
**How it works?**
The concept is very simple:
* We meet at Sonnenallee Station at 14,15 o'clock (we use the Whatsapp Chat to find each other: I will post there my exact location outside the station)
* I wait for people for 10 minutes, till 14,25, then we start to walk direction Treptower Park, crossing the entire park 🌳🌳🌳 and going along the Spree river, to then go further
* We go on along the Landwehrkanal, exploring Kreuzberg 🏠
* The total length of the walk is about 8kms
* We land finally here to take coffee, a drink, or some food, and spend more time together (https://maps.app.goo.gl/RsUCxwDKK6yVtiF48)
I consider that the event will last in overall around 4 hours (2 hours of walk and 2 hours at the Cafe/Restaurant), but people are free to stay together longer, if they want 🙂
What I provide is leading the walk and the people at the Cafe, but I do not force anyone to stay shorter or longer.
I do not provide a "personal support" for people who arrive after 14,25 (do not write to me expecting "private support").
You are responsible to check for the weather and decide if come or not.
Thanks for understanding.
If you have to contact me, make it via Whatsapp, not here on Meetup.
WHATSAPP GROUP 💬 to find each other (join it, we use this group to find and synchronize us)
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/157uLVXObKt1a4NqqvPa09NJW-050YBwHLW-7DbOD8R8/](https://docs.google.com/document/d/157uLVXObKt1a4NqqvPa09NJW-050YBwHLW-7DbOD8R8/)
15km-circular hike through Kreuzberg/Tempelhof, including museum
Sunday will be a partially sunny day. We meet at 10 am at the U-Bahn station Mendelssohn-Bartholdy-Park at the corner Reichpietschufer/Köthener Straße and walk the following route - https://www.komoot.com/tour/2660606976 - passing by some monuments and the like.
After three quarters of the hike, we visit FHXB Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg Museum for approximately an hour (free entrance) and/or have a coffee.
If you need to contact other participants during the hike (for example, to find out where to meet us if you are running late), please use the Signal group link that I will send to all participants via private message three hours before the hike. This timing is intended to prevent non-participants from misusing the link for unwanted advertising, which has happened in the past. Signal also allows us to share our locations during the hike without involuntarily forwarding this information to the intelligence services of authoritarian or non-authoritarian states. For all other purposes, especially socialising and posting photos, please use the Telegram subgroup 'Event Chat & Photos': https://t.me/addlist/KAOk2PA4BDE0ZTY8 .
The hike will take place if at least 6 people sign up. As long as there are more than 6 people, you can sign up and cancel as many times as you like. If there are 6 or less people, please avoid cancelling, as this might make the other participants feel insecure about whether the hike will take place (or whether there is something wrong with the hike and they should cancel as well --> [Matthew effect - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_effect)). If there are less than 6 participants, the hike will also take place unless the majority of the participants are in favor of canceling the hike.
We put the BAD in BADMINTON (Read description plz)
I swear it's a sport!
Let's meet and play!
**VERY IMPORTANT :**
* Please keep reading comments and/or direct messages as long as you are on main OR waiting lists.
* Sign-out as soon as you know you won't participate (even from waiting list).
* Non-replied direct message ==> declined participation on Friday.
**HOW TO JOIN**
1. Sign up to the event
2. Paypal on signup, 12€/person to https://paypal.me/berlinhorizon
(use Friend&Family option !)
3. Join on Sunday
* Guaranteed refund until cancellation deadline : -48h (=> Friday 1PM).
* If **waiting list**, please **don't pay until** you get contacted and **moved to main list**.
Contact if needed : berlin.horizon22@gmail.com
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**Alternative no paypal (Cash, EXACT AMOUNT please)**
1. Reply 'Y' to RSVP question
2. Join on Sunday
* Cancellation deadline (Friday 1PM) remains.
* Late cancellation will be asked to pay.
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**Timing :**
* **13.00** : Meeting outside of main hall (or inside if rain)
-> Introduction
-> Desk registration (shoes check, rental...)
* **13.15** : START PLAY
* **14.45** : END PLAY
!! Every 10th session you attend is for free !!
(in form of a later refund. Still have to pay on the actual participation)
**Facility :**
TiB 1848 e.V, Columbiadamm 111
(close to Templehofer Feld)
**Equipment :**
* RACKET : Bring your own or rent one there (2€).
* SHOES : checked at desk. Rental for 2€
-> Non-marking
-> Light sole
-> Not worn outside
* Shower, locker available.
* Sauna open at TiB discretion.
Last but not least : no worries about level, we play for fun before all.
The keyword of the event is sweet & sweat !
Looking forward to see you on the court :)
staySPRECHEN; deutschENGLISCHE Sprachrunde; pulsepuls;
Um Harmonie zu erlangen arbeiten Sie mit Ihrem Herzen, anstatt mit Ihrem Gehirn.
Hallo hoch geschätzte Wanderlustige und Freunde der deutschen und englischen Sprachen,
haben Sie ein frohes Weihnachten gehabt?
ZEIT (SPAZIERGANG) \~2 Stunden, (Mit Pausen), wenn wir mit einer Geschwindigkeit von etwa 2,5 Meilen pro Stunde laufen.
ZEIT (VERANSTALTUNG) \~2,5 - 3 Stunden.
Wir begrüßen uns um 14 Uhr bei Oslo Kaffebar, Eichendorffstraße 13, 10115.
Wir unterhalten uns auf Deutsch und Englisch für eine halbe Stunde bis eine Stunde damit jedes Mitglied ohne Hetze ankommen dürfte. Männer, bitte kaufen Sie Kuchen oder Ähnliches damit die Gruppe wie keine geizige Gruppe zu sein anscheint.
Heute beschreibe ich nur den Begrüßungsplatz, seit man immer sehr fleißig sein muss, über einen ganzen Wanderweg jedes Mal zu schreiben.
Also, wir begrüßen uns, und den Wanderweg empfehle ich, und es kann sein, dass wir den Weg gleich zusammen bestimmen.
Poetry & Puls setzt sich den Zweck den Armut betroffenen Personen durch die kalte Jahreszeiten zu helfen. Sozialhilfe in Verbindung mit Sprachtraining ist unser Zweck. Wir sind begeistert Leuten, die wenig platt gewesen sind, bei Spaziergängen zu begleiten.
Leute, die aus unbelebten Dörfer stammen, oder neben der Eisenbahn wohnen, können sich manchmal fühlen wie die Großstadt sehr lärmig sein kann, und wie durch den Lärm und Kälte des Winters den Atem eventuell erstickt werden könnte.
Durch die kälteste Zeiten ist es am Wichtigsten, dass wir für unsere Beweglichkeit sorgen. Wenn wir wenig platt gewesen sind, sollen wir eine Ruhepause von zu viel Spaß bei YouTube oder soziale Medien haben um Schwung zu erhalten.
Um Harmonie zu erlangen arbeiten Sie mit Ihrem Herzen, anstatt mit Ihrem Gehirn.
Wir sollen erst unsere Wohnungen für wenige Stunden einfach verräumen um unsere Körper zu betätigen. Dann kommen wir durch die kalten Zeiten.
Spaziergänge sind immer schön, und etwas in der Natur der Stadt und in den Parks wirkt, also keiner Spaziergang ist gleich zu einem Anderen. Wir sollen denn die Bäume der Stadt schätzen. Es gibt immer etwas neues zu bewundern, egal ob den Pfad gleich ist.
Die Stadt kann lärmig sein, jedoch gibt es sonnige Tage den ganzen Winter durch. Wir müssen nur Dankbarkeit für die gute Tage haben Auftakt zu erhalten.
Wenn Sie auch so eine soziale Sorgfalt für Armut betroffene Leute haben, bitten wir Sie unsere Gruppe zu fördern. Uns zu fördern müssen Sie nur Mitglied bei einem Spaziergang sein, und gleich zusammen Fröhlichkeit mit uns haben.
„Fröhlichkeit ist nur echt, wenn wir sie gleich anwesend zusammen haben.“ - Christopher McCandless (Into The Wild)
Bitte nehmen Sie Kommunikation mit uns durch die Signal Gruppe auf:
[https://signal.group/#CjQKIBTrh2sYFm3OGDi4r40tkgKiUyVPfvcwu31zIEsEScSxEhAI7mF8oDKHqZwLobqmW73_](https://signal.group/#CjQKIBTrh2sYFm3OGDi4r40tkgKiUyVPfvcwu31zIEsEScSxEhAI7mF8oDKHqZwLobqmW73_)
Auf die Gesellschaft, das Gespräch auf Deutsch und Englisch, und den Spaziergang!!!
Versäumen Sie nichts!
Übrigens: kleine Gruppen sind besser, denn wir die andere Mitglieder besser kennenlernen können und eine größere Möglichkeit echte Freundschaften aufzubauen haben.
FLINTA* Run & Workout Insel der Jugend
Run and workout with Francesca! 🥰
On January, 17 we‘ll meet at S-Bahn Plänterwald at 11 am and will run in the direction of Rummelsburger Ufer.
It’s a 6k easy run with two short workout sessions along the way, so feel free to join, even if you’re new. Each workout will last about 10 minutes, with exercises adapted to suit every individual’s level.
We’ll finish our run near URBAyN cafe where we’ll have a coffee together:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/yiztm5JzWwcAPrka6?g_st=ic
Don’t forget to register and add +1 if you bring a friend!
Have a great week, and we look forward to spending another active morning with you ❤️
P.S.
Please cancel your participation if you can’t show up, even if it’s at short notice so that we don’t wait for you. Thanks 😊
Mindful walking – achtsame Gehmeditation im Grunewald
::: please scroll down for English :::
Wir brechen auf zu einer achtsamen Gehmeditation im Grunewald und nehmen uns einen Moment Zeit für uns. Wir erkunden das Hier und Jetzt in der Natur, werden uns unserer Emotionen, unseres Körpers und unseres Denkens bewusst. Wir wenden uns nach innen und entdecken die Kraft des jetzigen Augenblicks. Wir üben, uns selbst genug zu sein und finden vielleicht unsere innere Kraft zurück, um mit mehr Wahlmöglichkeiten, Freiheit und Frieden in die Welt hinauszugehen!
Für die Teilnahme sind keine Vorkenntnisse erforderlich. Es empfiehlt sich, vor dem Treffen etwas zu trinken und je nach Bedarf eine kleine Flasche Wasser mitzubringen. Bitte tragen Sie warme und angepasste Kleidung sowie festes Schuhwerk.
Es ist beabsichtigt, bei jedem Wetter zu gehen, die Veranstaltung wird nur im Extremfall abgesagt.
Die Veranstaltung ist auf Spendenbasis
::: English version:::
We go for a mindful walking meditation in Grunewald and take a moment for ourselves. We explore the here and now in nature, becoming aware of our emotions, our bodies and our thoughts. We turn inwards and discover the power of the present moment. We practice being enough for ourselves and perhaps find our inner strength to go out into the world with more choice, freedom and peace!
No previous experience is necessary. It is recommended that you bring something to drink before the meeting and a small bottle of water if needed. Please wear warm, comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear.
The intention is to walk in all weathers and the event will only be cancelled in extreme circumstances.
This is a fundraising event.
Leisure Walking Events Near You
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Friday Walk
Meet other Arlington remote workers for a walk around the block.
Just a casual stroll through the neighborhood to get some steps in and have an in person convo.
Energizing Walk for Busy People!
Join our weekly walking meetup to have fun, maintain a healthy lifestyle, meet new people, and enjoy the weather! We meet Saturdays at 10am, halfway between the Reston *Container Store* and *Not Your Average Joes* (by the metal benches), leaving no later than 10:05.
Every week, rain or shine, we start by walking along the Green Trail to reach Lake Anne Community Center. Once there, we pause for water/bio (often staying a few minutes extra from April-November, due to the local Farmer's Market), and then we circle Lake Anne and head back to our starting point. It's roughly 3-4 miles and takes about an hour and a half.
Afterwards, some members will often head to *Not Your Average Joes* or another local restaurant for a quick drink/meal before tackling the day.
This event is open to all ages and fitness levels. Dogs are welcome, and we recommend dressing for the weather (umbrella, water, snow shoes, hat, etc.) since we'll walk rain or shine. Also, feel free to bring a friend!
By signing up, you accept and assume all risks and responsibilities with this activity, and nobody will be held liable.
Dulles Town Center Mall Hike & The Bungalow Lake House Brunch.
Dulles Town Center Mall Hike:
Meet at the entrance to the right of the Regal Movie Theater.
A Test of Endurance
Join us for a 6-mile trek through the treacherous terrain of Dulles Town Center mall. This hike is rated as physically easy, but don't be fooled - the mental challenges will push even the most seasoned hikers to their limits.
Hazards Include:
The intoxicating aroma of freshly baked Cinnabon, threatening to derail even the most disciplined of diets.
Endless rows of high-end storefronts, beckoning you to indulge in some serious retail therapy.
Balmy 70-degree temperatures, lulling you into a false sense of comfort.
Blinding fluorescent lights, capable of disorienting even the most experienced navigator.
Will You Emerge Victorious?
Afterwards we'll head over to The Bungalow Lake house
46116 Lake Center Plaza,
Sterling, VA 20165
for their delicious brunch cuisine.
Coumbia Heights Walk (Mi. 4)
I'm going to host this walk again since we had small (but mighty) group l time due to rain
**Time:** \~6pm-8:15pm
**Start/End Location:** Columbia Heights Metro Station (plaza across from Lidl etc)
**Map:** [Plotaroute](https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3162591?units=km)
**Millage:** 4.0
**Terrain:** There will mostly be paved and level ground.
**Route:**
* Start at Columbia Heights Metro and walk north up 14th St to around Spring Rd.
* Go east along Spring / nearby streets, then drop south through the interior rowhouse blocks toward Monroe.
* Keep working south via 13th and side streets until the Florida Ave / W St .
* Optional: stop by parking lot at Cardozo for a notable view of the city skyline
* Swing west toward 16th St
* Head north through Meridian Hill / Malcolm X Park, along 16th, and nearby blocks.
* Cut back east toward 14th St and finish at the Columbia Heights plaza / Metro.
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We try to be punctual with our event times so please be respectful to others and show up a few minutes early. Note, we often limit the RSVPs to keep group sizes manageable. If you are on the waitlist but would really like to join, reach out to the organizer.
Our events prioritize metro accessibility by meeting and ending at metro stations. Sometimes we start/stop at the same station, sometimes we do not. Please double check the event description to see if you can manage transportation.
If you've enjoyed our walks please consider donating a few bucks to help us keep this group running (meetup is expensive!). [Donation Link](https://venmo.com/code?user_id=2158403661070336114)
Hikes at Riverbend Park and lunch afterwards
Let’s get outside and explore the beautiful Great Falls Park. **No Fees **
We’ll take in the stunning river views, walk the scenic trails together, and afterwards head to a nearby spot for our signature sips and bites.
The Plan
• What: Group Hike + Lunch
• Where: Riverbend Park , McLean (about 15 miles from D.C.)
• Hike: 12:00 PM
• Lunch: Right after at Mookie’s BBQ
Looking forward to a fun and refreshing day outdoors!
Q Street Walk (5.3 miles)
Let's walk along Q Street and see some of the weird sights
**Route:**
* Start at Rosslyn Metro Station
* Walk north along Ft. Meyer Drive and cross the Key Bridge
* Continue North along 35th street
* Take right on Q street
* At 18th street, take slight detour to see the Perry Belmont House
* Return to Q street
* Check out the Barbie Pond and Watermelon House
* At end of Q street, take right onto Metropolitan Branch Trail
* End at NoMa Metro Station
**Millage:** 5.3 miles
**Start Location:** Rosslyn Metro Station
**End Location:** NoMa Metro Station
**Directions:** https://maps.app.goo.gl/vZ8JDBZ9DbeF4eFR9
**Time:** 5:30PM-7:30PM
**Terrain:** This will be mostly flat, on paved or gravel ground
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We try to be punctual with our event times so please be respectful to others and show up a few minutes early, because we will leave without you.
Birding Algonkian
***Registration required at Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy -***
[Birding Algonkian - Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy](https://loudounwildlife.org/event/birding-algonkian-january/)
Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy on a search for birds at the Algonkian Regional Park in eastern Loudoun County. This bird walk takes place each month except December. With extensive frontage along the Potomac River, its rich bottomland forests, extensive wetlands and grassy areas combine to make it Loudoun’s top birding hotspot. Bring binoculars if you have them. We’ll meet at the boat ramp next to the parking lot.






























