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**Invitación 17h00-18h00 en el espacio chill-out del nest** Descubre el ***Método Feldenkrais*** y transforma tu movimiento con Ana Teresa Capdevila. Sientes rigidez o tensión en la espalda? Quieres mejorar tu postura y moverte con mayor facilidad y gracia? Te invito a clases del método *Feldenkrais*, diseñadas para personas personas de todas las edades y niveles de condición física A través de movimientos suaves y conscientes, explorarás nuevas formas de moverte, liberando tensiones innecesarias y encontrando un equilibrio natural en tu columna vertebral. Alinea tu columna: Redescubre un nuevo eje, aliviando dolores y mejorando tu equilibrio. Le rogamos que **lleve ropa cómoda y abrigada** y que sea **puntual** (no más tarde de las 17.05 horas) - ya que hay secuencias de movimiento complicadas y es importante estar desde el principio para seguirlas. Gracias de antemano. **ESP** *Creemos firmemente que para ser eficientes y saludables en el manejo de la actual crisis ambiental y social, necesitamos equiparnos con herramientas y conocimientos que nos ayuden a empoderarnos y cultivar nuestra "esperanza activa". La serie Culture Jam tiene como objetivo hacer precisamente eso.* **CAT** Creiem fermament que per ser eficients i saludables a l'hora de fer front a l'actual crisi ambiental i social, ens hem de dotar d'eines i coneixements que ens ajudin a empoderar-nos i a conrear la nostra "esperança activa". La sèrie Culture Jam a pretén fer-ho. **ENG** *We strongly believe that to be efficient and healthy at dealing with the current environmental and social crisis, we need to equip ourselves with tools and knowledge that help us to be empowered and to cultivate our "active hope". The Culture Jam series aims to do just that.*

Come and discover our Toastmasters club in Barcelona --- **NEW LOCATION** Carrer de Sardenya, 29 08005 ✨ Practice Public Speaking with us! ✨ 🗣 Are you afraid of speaking in public? 🗣 Do you feel nervous when giving a presentation in front of your boss, professor or colleagues? 🗣 Do you want to express your ideas with more confidence? 👩‍💻 Join us at 22@ Barcelona Toastmasters Club. We meet every other Thursday in person. 😄 22@ Barcelona Toastmasters provides you with a friendly and mutually supportive learning environment to develop your public speaking and leadership skills and invites you to a night full of prepared speeches, fun improvisations. 😉 The meeting includes 3 prepared speeches and 2-6 improvised speeches. We learn through constructive feedback and mentorship. 🎤 All the roles in the event will be taken by our existing members who have signed up to Toastmasters. Guests will have the opportunity to take part in our table topics section which comprises short impromptu speeches. Guests from Meetup do not have to prepare speeches. 🎤 We are looking for new members to join our club. If you would like to become an official member, please email 22attoastmasters@gmail.com The event is held in English. AGENDA: 18:45 Welcome 19:00 Toastmasters meeting 20:30 Event closing Our event starts at 19h sharp so PLEASE BE PUNCTUAL. You must arrive before 18:55. After this time, you will not be allowed to access the event. Hope to see you there!! This is a free event. By attending this event you consent to being photographed for our club's promotional purposes for use on social media and meetup.

Speaker: Utku Can Ozturk, Data Scientist and main developer of the Gigaspatial project Geospatial data is critical for global development, but practitioners constantly battle fragmented data, scaling issues, and complex integrations across vector and raster formats. Enter GigaSpatial, an open-source Python library built by UNICEF’s Giga initiative to help connect every school in the world to the internet. In this talk, we will explore the architecture behind GigaSpatial and how it replaces the need to stitch together a dozen different tools to answer a single spatial question. We will dive into how the library orchestrates data collection, transformation, and standardisation pipelines at scale. By leveraging strict configuration validation, object-oriented data connectors, and seamless multi-store management, GigaSpatial provides a unified API to wrangle spatial data. Finally, we’ll look at real-world applications across 30 countries, from validating point-of-interest data against multiple global building footprints to running zonal aggregations using different grid systems. Whether you are a data engineer, a GIS professional, or a Python developer interested in open-source architecture, you might find this talk an interesting look into how we build robust spatial pipelines; and we would love to explore ways you can contribute to this global mission. 📅 **Date:** 21 May ⏰ **Start time:** 19:00 h 📍 **Location:** [Akasha Hub](https://maps.app.goo.gl/CZE8q8uaag8UgnRCA) \- Carrer de la Verneda\, 19\, Nau 1 · Barcelona

An interactive masterclass for high performers, discover what Sagar has learned from top health VC's , filming with **Wim Hof** and introducing new biotech to **Cristiano Ronaldo**. Aimed at helping you boost your performance and personal wellbeing. ### **What You'll Learn** * **Sleep** like an Athlete * **Focus** Secrets of Billionaires * 3 Easy Hacks To **Crush Your Stress** ### **The Program** 6:45 PM - Arrival & Experience the secret Wim Hof breathing technique he only teaches insiders 7:00 PM - Peak Health & Performance Masterclass by Sagar Kumar 7:30 PM - Q&A 8:00 PM - Drinks & networking with like-minded founders (drinks included) **/////// Important: to join this event you have to buy a ticket here: https://shorturl.at/h3fBf /////////////**

El verano empieza con el 28º Mecal Pro! Barcelona inaugura la temporada de cine del 21 al 31 de mayo. Adelantamos fechas para disfrutar de la mejor selección de cortometrajes internacionales antes de que llegue el calor del verano. Lo que te espera: •⁠ ⁠Competiciones oficiales: Un recorrido por 24 sesiones dedicadas al Documental, Internacional, Obliqua y Animación. •⁠ ⁠Sesiones temáticas: Más de 40 horas de proyección que exploran géneros como el Terror, Sci-Fi, Trash Anim y el Documental Animado. •⁠ ⁠Espacio de formación: Encuentros profesionales en el Mecal LAB, con masterclasses, jornadas de scriptdoctoring, sesiones de pitching y espacios de networking. •⁠ ⁠País invitado: Un foco especial en la producción cinematográfica actual de los Países Bajos. •⁠ ⁠Nuevos lenguajes: El estreno de una sección dedicada a la intersección entre el Cine y la IA Nuestras sedes: Can Framis: Cada tarde, a partir de las 19:00h, djs desde afro a cumbia pasando por Italo disco, amapiano y world electronic. Mecal Factory: Sesiones matinales para público joven, partes profesionales y proyección de sesiones temáticas. Entrada gratuita y abierta a todos. Bienvenidos a una nueva edición del verano audiovisual. Más información: [https://www.mecalbcn.org/parrilla](https://www.mecalbcn.org/parrilla?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExdEFOYjlpUXFrZm9zMFRmWHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4-zGqHWpkzc6VOQMhcxen1RW_66GvnfRPJrInwJv08-S_eVnvd6w6kaVXAjQ_aem_ZyMP0qMnC0cBY5GBw-5FSQ)El verano empieza con el 28º Mecal Pro! Barcelona inaugura la temporada de cine del 21 al 31 de mayo. Adelantamos fechas para disfrutar de la mejor selección de cortometrajes internacionales antes de que llegue el calor del verano. Lo que te espera: •⁠ ⁠Competiciones oficiales: Un recorrido por 24 sesiones dedicadas al Documental, Internacional, Obliqua y Animación. •⁠ ⁠Sesiones temáticas: Más de 40 horas de proyección que exploran géneros como el Terror, Sci-Fi, Trash Anim y el Documental Animado. •⁠ ⁠Espacio de formación: Encuentros profesionales en el Mecal LAB, con masterclasses, jornadas de scriptdoctoring, sesiones de pitching y espacios de networking. •⁠ ⁠País invitado: Un foco especial en la producción cinematográfica actual de los Países Bajos. •⁠ ⁠Nuevos lenguajes: El estreno de una sección dedicada a la intersección entre el Cine y la IA Nuestras sedes: Can Framis: Cada tarde, a partir de las 19:00h, djs desde afro a cumbia pasando por Italo disco, amapiano y world electronic. Mecal Factory: Sesiones matinales para público joven, partes profesionales y proyección de sesiones temáticas. Entrada gratuita y abierta a todos. Bienvenidos a una nueva edición del verano audiovisual. Más información: [https://www.mecalbcn.org/parrilla](https://www.mecalbcn.org/parrilla?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExdEFOYjlpUXFrZm9zMFRmWHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4-zGqHWpkzc6VOQMhcxen1RW_66GvnfRPJrInwJv08-S_eVnvd6w6kaVXAjQ_aem_ZyMP0qMnC0cBY5GBw-5FSQ)

A practical workshop for those who want to think more clearly about risks, better define expectations and create stronger learning outcomes. This session is for people who want to reduce avoidable mistakes, respond better to setbacks and make smarter decisions in uncertain, fast-changing or innovative environments. It focuses on understanding the difference between failures that should be prevented, failures that need careful examination and failures that should be designed to support learning. **We will cover:** * recognising the difference between basic, complex and intelligent failure. * understanding why intelligent failure matters in uncertain or innovative work. * defining expectations more clearly before starting a task. * turning avoidable or messy setbacks into smaller, safer learning experiments. * using goal, scope, guardrails and learning to design better decisions. **About the Speaker:** Saba Shakir is the President of Women4Space. Learn more about her: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/misssabashakir/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/misssabashakir/) The format is practical and scenario-based. Clear tools, real examples and direct leadership actions you can use straight away. You’ll leave with a clearer way to distinguish between different types of failure, design more intelligent experiments and create expectations that make learning safer, sharper and more useful. **Don’t miss our next events:** [https://linktr.ee/LetsSpeakLeadership](https://linktr.ee/LetsSpeakLeadership) **Grow Your Voice. Grow Your Impact. ✨**

**UX Hub** is thrilled to welcome you to an event hosted by our Sponsor, **Uxia,** at the Centro para la Iniciativa Emprendedora Glories. **Designing the Future with AI: What Changes for UX, Research & Product Design?** AI is transforming how products are conceived, built, and evolved - but what does that actually mean for UX, research, and design teams on the ground? Join Uxia for a live panel featuring industry leaders, including **Javier Darriba** (Founder and former CEO of UserZoom, now part of UserTesting), **Eloy Rodríguez** (Director of Product Design at Abacum), and **Iris Latour** (Director of UX Research at THEFT studio). Together, they’ll explore how AI is reshaping the way teams understand users, design meaningful experiences, and make smarter, faster decisions. The discussion will be led by **[Víctor Eced](https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorperdiguer/?locale=en_US)**, co-founder & CTO at **Uxia**. **Panelists** **[Eloy Rodriguez](https://grow.uxia.app/api/t/c/usr_uPsnYjjrWK2PsLRW8/tsk_44PXfxk9gy2fdhXkq/enc_U2FsdGVkX19WSrHOwj-Olh68ip6S9alaS_XeNl8g63oB42IG7Fuy3axY6O3NtsOSm36MzbAgUnk9RP0tYdY7u47PCOZ6UXOAFxPKKCOu75b7S4zSTG0aadE0M1r1VblKW_Z3KdyYilJABjS1RS5A7g==)** is the Director of Product Design at Abacum, where he leads the design vision for one of Europe’s fastest-growing fintech scaleups. With a strong background in UX, product strategy, and DesignOps, he has built and led high-performing design teams across a wide range of tech-driven organizations, including Factorial, BBVA, Telefónica, Roche, and Inditex. **[Javier Darriba](https://grow.uxia.app/api/t/c/usr_uPsnYjjrWK2PsLRW8/tsk_44PXfxk9gy2fdhXkq/enc_U2FsdGVkX1-LMDFLlGyiGoNeOzOk_YeoS46kUqZelHoS6u3EaDw_axwoW6FSIUbhbFBap5-L9kVIhYpuXU1b-nrOTAsYvCM_8VSj29tSG0V7S6hqXlA5vcnMVe3ja3Wp)** is a pioneer in the UX industry and former founder & CEO of UserZoom, one of the first unmoderated usability testing platforms, later merged with UserTesting in a deal valued at over $800M. He also founded Xperience Consulting, one of Spain’s earliest UX agencies, and today is an active investor and General Partner at Encomenda, backing tech companies in the UX space like Uxia. **[Iris Latour](https://www.linkedin.com/in/irisjanelatour/)** is the Director of UX Research at THEFT Studio, where she focuses on researching AI-powered products, enterprise AI transformation, and the evolving relationship between people, systems, and intelligent tools. She recently completed a Master’s degree in Design for Responsible AI at Elisava and explores how AI is reshaping UX research, product strategy, and human-centered decision making. **Hosts** This event is hosted by **[Uxia](https://www.uxia.app)**, an AI-native user testing platform that helps product design teams validate UX in minutes instead of days. Using synthetic testers—AI-generated users that mimic your target audience—Uxia simulates real user behavior and navigation to uncover UX issues and deliver actionable insights in just 10-15 minutes. **Location:** Barcelona Activa (Centro para la Iniciativa Emprendedora Glories), Carrer de la Llacuna, 162, Sant Martí, 08018 Barcelona **To join us, just:** ✅ RSVP here on Meetup ✅ Answer [this form](https://48db4b2d.sibforms.com/serve/MUIFALfB0bn_p1G9zS7yYICl8fr4aT-cjBYl7Ow1DKvi6gv1FzDSE3Dt9fmIH5k78PONlJNEn2S6UnpOuo_VNIeUd69dkI5RJ0kaw7TjtxPjtwYy8KKc80BkMTozTqyRXiKCcXK9G8y-NccOB4S1Ci0SPkuWLJ5BCVWC80yGZ9bhinpCpoBKNV5cyovr3wH4BWM1_lNTf8IsVTvO) **What’s Happening?** * Panel: Víctor Eced, Iris Latour, Javier Darriba, Eloy Rodriguez * Designing the Future with AI: What Changes for UX, Research & Product Design? * Hosts: Uxia * Interactive Q&A: Get your questions answered * Community Networking: Connect with fellow designers, AI specialists, and UX thinkers **Details:** **🗓️ Date**: Thursday, May 21, 2026 **⏰ Time:** 18:30–22:00 📍 **Location:** Barcelona Activa (Centro para la Iniciativa Emprendedora Glories), Carrer de la Llacuna, 162, Sant Martí, 08018 Barcelona **Why You’ll Love It:** A discussion about hope for the future of AI and UX. **Agenda:** **18:30 – Door Opens** **19:00 – Introduction** **19:15–20:45 – Panel & Q&A** **20:45–22:00 – Socialization & Fun!** **Educational partner:** [Interaction Design Foundation](https://www.interaction-design.org/turn-passion-into-paycheck?ep=ux-salon-bcn) [Uxcel](https://uxcel.com/) **P.S.** Please make sure to show up on time. **If we reach full capacity, we'll not be able to let you in**, even if you have a ticket!

A morning to get your hands dirty, to help look after Las Acacias (https://lasacaciaspermacultura.com/), a permacultral educational project within a little forest and share some laughter and chats with friends who come on the day. The project is located about 20mins walk from Castelldefels train station. You can arrive by R2 or R2S from Barcelona for example, Passeig de Gracia or Sants. **Read and save this guide for public transport:** https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SuZoujmE3WXPhqmHt5-NXHHQRX1-iL2Fm6mM1-Sw5vw/edit?usp=sharing **Rough schedule as below** 10-11am Arrival 11-1pm Work on site (farming, weeding, composting, fixing fences etc depending on what needs doing on the day) 1-3pm Cooking and sharing a lunch together Bring a vegetarian snack or two to share with everyone. Remember to dress warm:) And make sure you address for the day's wheather, such as water proof boots etc. The common language will be Spanish but all language and culture is welcome, please bring a curiosity to learn and excitement to work with the land and nature.

*Please note: a one-drink minimum per person is required.* Welcome to our weekly Meetup group for Expats & English speakers permanently living in Barcelona! If you're a Barcelona local looking for a laid-back way to connect with fellow English speakers & residents, this is the perfect gathering for you. Whether you've lived in Barcelona for years or are new to the city, our informal meetups provide a great opportunity to socialize, unwind, and forge connections with like-minded individuals who call this vibrant city home. Come join us, we can't wait to meet you!!

Hay lugares en el mundo donde la Tierra no se molesta en esconder sus secretos. Y la comarca del Sobrarbe es uno de ellos. En el Geoparque Sobrarbe-Pirineos están registrados los últimos 550 millones de años de la historia de la Tierra. Un libro de grandes plegamientos y cabalgamientos, rocas de todo tipo, fósiles únicos, profundos cañones, glaciares y cuevas. Nosotros venimos a leer ese libro, pero a pie, con las botas puestas, subiendo a sus cimas. **Día 1** \- Empezamos con el pico sorpresa\. Os doy una pista: al borde del abismo de Añisclo\. Una cumbre que no alcanza los dos mil metros pero que resulta enormemente gratificante por las panorámicas que ofrece: al noroeste, el macizo de Monte Perdido con el Cilindro de Marboré, el Pico de Añisclo y las Tres Marías. La sensación es de estar suspendido sobre el vacío con la espectacular caída de casi 1000 metros hasta el fondo del cañón. !Pa flipar! **Día 2** \- La segunda mañana la arrancamos desde los pies del monasterio de San Beturián\, con la Peña Montañesa recortada contra el cielo como una amenaza calcárea\. Con sus 2.291 metros de altitud, esta cumbre emblemática del Pirineo aragonés, forma parte de un gran cabalgamiento que afecta a todo el Macizo de Cotiella, y cuyo desplazamiento se ha calculado en unos 40 kilómetros hacia el sur. Un balcón sobre 45 millones de años de historia. Senderos abruptos entre encinas, boj y pinos negros retorcidos tomándose el viento demasiado en serio y un tramo final de subida sin contemplaciones, piedras sueltas y acantilados escarpados. Bajamos con las piernas satisfechas y el cerebro lleno de pliegues. Aínsa espera, y con ella una mesa bien puesta, un vino de Somontano y la agradable certeza de que mañana toca otra cumbre. **Día 3** \- El último día es el más teatral\. Situado en pleno corazón del Sobrarbe\, la majestuosa mole rocosa del Castillo Mayor constituye un mirador prominente en todas las direcciones: la Peña Montañesa, el Posets y el Aneto hacia el este, la Sierra de Tendeñera hacia el oeste y la Sierra de Guara al sur. Su nombre no es metáfora: la montaña tiene forma de fortaleza inexpugnable por el norte, con verticales paredones calcáreos, pero nuestra vía sube por el sur, aprovechando el característico sinclinal, esa curvatura de las capas de roca que se doblan hacia adentro. Tres días, tres cimas, 550 millones de años y la prueba de que a veces no hace falta subir muy alto para entender la belleza del caos con toda claridad. 🏰 Nuestro cuartel general serán dos villas en un centro de vacaciones cerca de Ainsa, con fácil acceso al pantano de Mediano y vistas a la Peña Montañesa. **🔗 DETALLES TÉCNICOS** **👣 DÍA 1 (Sábado 23/05) • Pico Sorpresa 🍄‍🟫** \- Ruta circular de 10\,5 km \- Desnivel de subida 850 m **👣 DÍA 2 (Domingo 24/05) • Peña Montañesa** \- Ruta semicircular de 12 km \- Desnivel de subida: 1230 m **👣 DÍA 3 (Lunes 25/05) • Castillo Mayor y Peña l’Ombre** \- Ruta circular de 13\,2 km \- Desnivel de subida: 950 m 🏋️ Dificultad: **MEDIA-ALTA**. Desnivel considerable, tramos con piedra descompuesta que requiere atención y tramos donde se tienen que usar las manos 🧗‍♂️Rutas **NO** **APTAS** para gente con miedo a las alturas. 🐺Ruta **APTAS** para perros. 🔔 Todo participante asume que está en condiciones de hacer la excursión y debe comunicar cualquier dolencia que pueda afectar al desarrollo óptimo de la actividad. 🔔 La ruta puede sufrir cambios acorde con las condiciones meteorológicas y estado del terreno (nieve, ríos con mucho caudal, etc). 📣Aviso: en caso de baja de ultima hora (menos de 96 horas) la persona que se dé de baja tendrá que pagar el importe de la excursión y del transporte (si no va en su propio coche). En caso contrario, no podrá realizar futuras salidas con este grupo. Si después de darse de baja, su plaza se puede asignar a otra persona sin problemas, no se tiene que pagar. **👁‍🗨 MATERIAL** *ℹ️ El horario detallado y la lista de material se enviará a los participantes después de reservar.* **✅ APORTACIÓN 155 €** **Incluye:** * Organización, logística y guía AEGM/UIMLA (TD de Media Montaña) * Seguro de Responsabilidad Civil * 2 noches alojamiento en villas con camas individuales y cocina equipada **No incluye:** \- comidas \(desayuno lo preparamos cada un@ en el apartamento\, cenas en restaurantes \+/\- 25 euros por persona\) \- bebidas \- el transporte **🚗 EL TRANSPORTE** * para esta excursión: +/-35€ por persona en función del número de pasajer@s * en vehículos particulares excluyendo de los gastos a los conductores * quién ponga coche y lleve a 3-4 participantes se le descontarán 10€ * tiempo en coche ida: 3h 🎯 Para confirmar asistencia **contacta con la organizadora por Whatsapp y avisa si dispones o no de coche (y en tal caso núm. de plazas libres).** Se tiene que hacer la paga y señal de 50€ para reservar la plaza. ⚡ Mínimo 4 y máximo 12 participantes. 📞 Contacto: Amalia +34 652 027 570 ⚡ [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/oxygen_trails/) 💠¡Oxygénate!💠

Conducted Online; Google Meet Link for event: https://meet.google.com/oji-dgwa-aoq In this interactive group session for women, we’ll focus on real-life business communication — meetings, introductions, professional opinions, and assertive language. So you can learn to speak English more confidently. This is not a lecture. You will speak, practice, and build confidence in a supportive space with other ambitious women. Led by a UK-trained English teacher and Certified Life Coach with over 10 years of experience and a background in Law, this session combines professional communication skills with confidence coaching. Come ready to speak, grow, and connect. \*€5 per student via Bizum

**(CASTELLANO a continuación** 🌴 **ENGLISH below)** **Senderisme a la vora del mar – dissabte 23 de maig** T’imagines caminar entre cales d’aigua cristal·lina, camins penjant sobre el mar i racons amagats de la Costa Brava? 🌊 Avui et porto a descobrir un dels trams més espectaculars del camí de ronda: una ruta de 13 km i només 300 m de desnivell, ideal per gaudir sense presses. Sortirem de **la bucòlica Calella de Palafrugell** i anirem resseguint la costa de cala en cala, passant per **Cap Roig, el mirador de les Illes Formigues, Cala Estreta… fins arribar a la mítica “Barraca d’en Dalí”**… una bogeria més del geni de l’Empordà que has de conèixer! 😉 Un recorregut ple de mar, paisatge i bon ambient — perfecte per desconnectar i carregar piles. **Ens espera un gran dia… t’hi apuntes? 😎** **Nivell:** fàcil-moderat (ritme tranquil, apte per gent habituada a caminar) **Preu:** 25€ excursió + 13€ transport (pagament directe al conductor) 👉 TOTAL: 38 € 🎁 Targeta Nature Connect: cada 10 rutes, 1 GRATIS! Inclou: guiatge per guia titulat + assegurança d’accidents + RC 👉 Viatja tranquil, gaudeix més! 🥪 Què cal portar? * Picnic per dinar en ruta + mínim 1,5 L d’aigua * Calçat de muntanya i banyador 👙 i tovallola * Roba en capes (adaptable al temps) ❗️ Política de cancel·lació: * ✅ Fins a **48 h abans**: devolució del pagament (amb descompte de 5 € per gestió) o **canvi per una altra ruta** dins dels pròxims 6 mesos. * ❌ Passades les 48 h: **no es faran devolucions ni canvis**. Gràcies per la teva comprensió! 📲 Segueix-nos... * 📷 Al nostre Insta 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 a Can Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 **i uneix-te al 👉 [Grup de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H8fQ4srpGthI7j1OWyuBYQ) 👈** per estar informat de properes sortides! Per a + INFO, no dubtis a contactar-me (preferiblement via **WhatsApp**) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🦀 **CASTELLANO** 🐠 **Senderismo junto al mar – sábado 23 de mayo** ¿Te imaginas caminar entre calas de agua cristalina, senderos colgados sobre el mar y rincones escondidos de la Costa Brava? 🌊 Hoy te propongo descubrir **uno de los tramos más espectaculares del camino de ronda: una ruta de 13 km y solo 300 m de desnivel, ideal para disfrutar sin prisas.** Saldremos desde la bucólica **Calella de Palafrugell** y recorreremos la costa de cala en cala, pasando por Cap Roig, el mirador de las Illes Formigues, Cala Estreta… hasta llegar a la mítica “Barraca de Dalí”… ¡una locura más del genio del Empordà que tienes que conocer! 😉 **Un recorrido lleno de mar, paisajes y buen ambiente — perfecto para desconectar y recargar energía.** **Nos espera un gran día… ¿te apuntas? 😎** ℹ️ **Detalles prácticos:** * **Precio:** 25€ excursión + 13€ coche (se paga directamente al/a la conductor/a) = **Total: 38€** * **Incluye:** guía titulado, seguro de accidentes + responsabilidad civil. * **Tarjeta *Nature Connect*:** cada 10 rutas… ¡1 gratis! 🥪 **¿Qué hay que llevar?** * Picnic para comer en ruta + 1,5 L de agua * Calzado de montaña + bañador y toalla ❗️ **Política de cancelación:** * ✅ Hasta 48 h antes: devolución del pago (menos 5 € de gestión) o cambio por otra ruta dentro de los próximos 6 meses. * ❌ Pasadas las 48 h: no se realizan devoluciones ni cambios. ¡Gracias por tu comprensión! 📲 **Síguenos y mantente al día:** * 📷 En Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 En Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Y únete al **👉 [Grupo de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** para estar al día de nuestras próximas salidas **Para + INFO, no dudes en contactarme** (preferiblemente por WhatsApp) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🏖️ **ENGLISH** 🐋 **Coastal Hiking Adventure – Saturday, May 23** **Can you imagine walking along crystal-clear coves, cliffside paths above the sea, and hidden corners of the Costa Brava? 🌊** Today I invite you to discover **one of the most stunning sections of the coastal path: a 13 km route with just 300 m of elevation gain, perfect for enjoying at a relaxed pace.** We’ll start in **the charming village of Calella de Palafrugell** and follow the coastline from cove to cove, passing Cap Roig, the Illes Formigues viewpoint, Cala Estreta… until we reach the iconic “Dalí’s Hut” — one of the many wild creations of the genius from Empordà you simply have to see! 😉 **A route full of sea views, beautiful landscapes and great vibes — perfect to disconnect and recharge.** **A great day awaits… are you in? 😎** ℹ️ **Practical info:** * **Price:** €25 for the hike + €13 for car transport (paid directly to the driver) = **Total: €38** * **Includes:** certified guide + accident and liability insurance * ***Nature Connect* Card:** every 10 hikes… 1 free! 🥪 **What to bring:** * Picnic lunch + at least 1.5 L of water * Mountain/hiking shoes * Layered clothes to adapt to changes of temperature * Bathing wear ❗️ **Cancellation policy:** * ✅ Up to 48 h before: refund (minus €5 admin fee) or a transfer to another hike within the next 6 months. * ❌ Less than 48 h before: no refunds or changes. Thanks for your understanding! 📲 **Stay connected:** * 📷 On Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 On Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Join our **👉 [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** to stay updated on upcoming outings **For more info, feel free to contact me** (preferably via WhatsApp) ☎️ **+34 609 309 797 (Jordi)**

🗣️ English below, español y català. 🏞 **Conviértete en viajer@** en tu región. 👉 **Conócenos** en Instagram: [emili.sensoriart](https://www.instagram.com/emili.sensoriart) **OBJETIVO** ✨ Exploraremos y nos **refrescaremos** en el impresionante Salt del Molí de Brotons, una **desconocida** y **espectacular cascada** donde las **ruinas de un antiguo molino** se mimetizan misteriosamente en el interior de una **enorme cueva** de roca. ¡Descubre la magia natural oculta del Moianès! 💦 En una ruta llena de encanto, seguiremos el rastro del agua descubriendo piscinas naturales como el hermoso **Gorg Estret** y rincones llenos de historia como la **Cova de la Tosca**. Un paisaje de fábula. 🌿 ¿Por qué ir ahora? Con la fuerza de la primavera, el salto de agua luce un caudal espectacular y el valle rebosa vida. 🌳 **Conecta con la naturaleza a través de la observación activa**, conecta contigo mism@ y desconectar de tu rutina y de la ciudad. 🤫Haremos momentos puntuales de silencio meditativo. Los kilómetros y la técnica son secundarios. 📜 Te contaré las **historias** del lugar, su fauna, flora y patrimonio. 📸 Te enseñaré a **mejorar técnica y conceptualmente tus fotografías** con la cámara del móvil o con una externa. 💫 **Especial Larga Exposición:** Aprenderemos a dominar la velocidad de obturación (incluso con el móvil) para capturar el suave y mágico "efecto seda" en el agua 🌊, a transformar el movimiento constante en hipnóticos trazos dinámicos 🏃‍♀️💨 y a pintar con la luz . Trae trípode si tienes. 🥾 Te guiaré para **mejorar tus habilidades y equipo de senderismo** para cuidar mejor tu cuerpo y poder hacer rutas cada vez más potentes. 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Conoce **futur@s amig@s** con tus mismas pasiones. **PLAN** 👥 Seremos un **grupo reducido de 6 a 20 personas** para respetar el ambiente de las zonas exploradas y para interactuar mejor entre nosotr@s. 🐶 Compañer@s animales bienvenid@s. 🥾 Disfrutarás una ruta **circular** de **dificultad** **fácil media** de **12 km** y desnivel de **200m.** Una riera se debe cruzar descalz@ o con escarpines. **⏳ Duración total: 10'5h.** Incluye 1h de transporte en cada sentido. 🚌 Iremos y volveremos en bus desde Tetuán o Sagrera. 🚗 Avísame si vas en coche y nos vemos en **Castellterçol**, es circular. 🎁 Llévate de recuerdo mi **reportaje audiovisual de la experiencia** y la serie fotográfica realizada por tus compañer@s y por tí. 🖼️ Das tu consentimiento para salir en las fotografías del grupo a no ser que me comuniques lo contrario. ✍️ Te daré pautas y ejercicios fotográficos para **seguir mejorando** la fotografía. ✨ Vamos a crear una excursión **memorable**! Lo aquí descrito se puede ver alterado en algunos aspectos para adaptarnos a factores ajenos. **INVERSIÓN** 🎟️ Billete de ida y vuelta de 7€ cada uno en **efectivo** o bono TMB de 4 zonas. 🐤 **25€ Early bird:** Reservando más de cuatro días antes. 💰 **28€** **Last minute:** Reservando menos de cuatro días antes. **OFERTA** **👫🏻 20€ Comunidad:** Precio para cada un@ si traes nuev@ acompañante. 💎 **20€** **Suscripción:** Adquiriendo bono de 5 experiencias SensoriArt. La suscripción se puede usar en mis otras actividades, durante medio año e incluye **cumplirte un deseo** de experiencia 🪔🧞. **CÓMO APUNTARSE** 1. ✅ Pulsa asistiré en esta actividad. 2. ✅ **Contacta al organizador** por WhatsApp al [34661511632](https://wa.me/34661511632). 3. ✅ Pagar vía bizum o revolut al mismo número de teléfono con antelación. La plaza no quedará confirmada hasta que te lo comunique. Solo habrá devolución en caso de cancelación con más de tres días de antelación. **QUE HAY QUE LLEVAR** 🔹 Zapatos de senderismo y opcional escarpines. Calcetines de repuesto. 🔹 **Palos de senderismo** a no ser que lo practiques mucho,te los alquilo si me avisas con tiempo. 🔹 Mochila con litro y medio de agua y comida de picnic para media mañana, medio día y tarde. Se pueden comprar de camino. 🔹 Ropa corta por capas incluyendo abrigo por el porsi. Protección para el sol (crema, gafas y gorra) y **toalla.** Opcional bañador. 🔹 Cámara fotográfica, la del móvil es válida, con la batería al máximo. Trípode opcional. 🔹 Ganas de descubrir camino y paisaje a todos los niveles!! **ORGANIZADOR** 👨‍🎨 Artista senderista con foco en la fotografía, la acuarela y el cuerpo. 😍👉 **Sígueme** en Instagram: [emili.sensoriart](https://www.instagram.com/emili.sensoriart) 📱👉 **Pregúntame** por WhatsApp: [+34 661 511 632](https://wa.me/34661511632) **SENDERISMO ARTÍSTICO** El caminar conscientemente como práctica estética, y no sólo como tránsito entre dos puntos, nos descubre una rica gama de facetas en la experimentación del paisaje. **Paisaje multisensorial:** Sentir también el paisaje táctil, auditivo y olfativo, trabaja nuestra personalidad perceptiva y creativa. **Deriva peri-urbana:** Ir sin ruta fija por los límites entre urbes y bosques, aporta estímulos y descubrimientos inesperados. **Burbuja temporal:** Estar en el presente aislad@ de pasado y futuro. **A la aventura!** #hiking #hikers #photography #art #landscape #mindfulness #rutas \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🗣️ **ENGLISH** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🏞 Become a traveler in your own region. 👉 Find us on Instagram: emili.sensoriart OBJECTIVE ✨ We'll explore and refresh ourselves at the impressive Salt del Molí de Brotons, a little-known and spectacular waterfall where the ruins of an old mill mysteriously blend into the interior of a huge rock cave. Discover the hidden natural magic of the Moianès region! 💦 On an enchanting route, we'll follow the water's course, discovering natural pools like the beautiful Gorg Estret and places steeped in history, such as the Cova de la Tosca. A truly magical landscape. 🌿 Why go now? With the power of spring, the waterfall boasts a spectacular flow, and the valley teems with life. 📖 I'll share the stories of the area, its fauna, flora, and heritage. 📸 I'll teach you how to improve your photography, both technically and conceptually, using your phone's camera or an external one. 💫 Long Exposure Special: We'll learn to master shutter speed (even with your phone) to capture the soft, magical "silk effect" on water 🌊, transform constant movement into hypnotic, dynamic strokes 🏃‍♀️💨, and paint with light. Bring a tripod if you have one. 👀 Through meditative hiking, we'll work on actively observing the landscape to connect with your surroundings, with yourself, and disconnect from your routine. 🥾 I'll guide you in improving your hiking skills and equipment so you can take better care of your body and tackle increasingly challenging routes. 🧘‍♀️ The ultimate goal is connecting with nature and our well-being, not the distance covered or the technique perfected. We'll also have dedicated moments of meditative silence. 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Meet future friends who share your passions. PLAN 👥 We'll be a small group of 6 to 20 people to respect the environment of the areas we explore and to better interact with each other. 🐶 Pets welcome! 🥾 Enjoy a 12 km circular route of easy to moderate difficulty with an elevation gain of 200 m. One stream must be crossed barefoot or in water shoes. ⏳ Total duration: 10.5 hours. Includes 1 hour of transportation each way. 🚌 We'll travel to and from Tetouan or Sagrera by bus. 🚗 Let me know if you're driving and we'll meet in Castellterçol; it's a circular route. 🎁 Take home my audiovisual report of the experience and the photo series taken by you and your companions as a souvenir. 🖼️ You consent to appear in the group photos unless you tell me otherwise. ✍️ I will give you guidelines and photography exercises to continue improving your photography skills. ✨ Let's create a memorable excursion! The information described here may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. INVESTMENT 🎟️ Round-trip ticket: €7 each, cash or 4-zone TMB travel pass. 🐤 €25 Early bird: Book more than four days in advance. 💰 €28 Last minute: Book less than four days in advance. SPECIAL OFFER 👫🏻 €20 Group rate: Price per person if you bring a new guest. 💎 €20 Subscription: Purchase a voucher for 5 SensoriArt experiences. The subscription can be used for my other activities for six months and includes fulfilling one experience wish 🪔🧞. HOW TO SIGN UP ✅ Click "Going" on this activity. ✅ Contact the organizer via WhatsApp at +34 661 511 632. ✅ Pay via Bizum or Revolut to the same phone number in advance. Your spot will not be confirmed until I notify you. Refunds will only be issued for cancellations made more than three days in advance. WHAT TO BRING 🔹 Hiking boots and optional water shoes. Spare socks. 🔹 Hiking poles unless you're a frequent hiker; I can rent them if you let me know in advance. 🔹 Backpack with 1.5 liters of water and picnic food for mid-morning, midday, and afternoon. These can be purchased along the way. 🔹 Layered clothing, including a light jacket just in case. Sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat) and a towel. Swimsuit optional. 🔹 Camera (your phone is fine, fully charged). Tripod optional. 🔹 A desire to discover the trail and landscape on every level! ORGANIZER 👨‍🎨 Hiking artist with a focus on photography, watercolor, and body movement. 😍👉 Follow me on Instagram: emili.sensoriart 📱👉 Ask me on WhatsApp: +34 661 511 632 ARTISTIC HIKING Walking mindfully as an aesthetic practice, and not just as a passage between two points, reveals a rich range of facets in experiencing the landscape. Multisensory landscape: Experiencing the tactile, auditory, and olfactory landscape also enhances our perceptive and creative personality. Peri-urban drift: Wandering without a fixed route along the boundaries between cities and forests provides unexpected stimuli and discoveries. Temporal bubble: Being in the present, isolated from the past and future. Let's go on an adventure!

🥾 **A long weekend (Monday is holiday in Bcn) in the spectacular Ordesa & Monte Perdido National Park in the Pyrenees. Discover impressive canyons, waterfalls and dramatic limestone cliffs shaped by ancient glaciers.** 🥾*Un fin de semana largo (lunes es festivo en Bcn) en el espectacular Parque Nacional de Ordesa y Monte Perdido, en pleno Pirineo. Descubre impresionantes cañones, cascadas y espectaculares paredes de caliza modeladas por antiguos glaciares.* SEE ENGLISH TRANSLATION BELOW ⤵️ 💰 **Precio: 255€** 3 días de senderismo / 2 noches Paga y señal: 155€ El importe restante deberá abonarse 7 días antes del inicio del viaje. Precio especial para el primer conductor: 230€. Si tienes coche y puedes llevar a 3 personas o más desde el punto de encuentro en Barcelona, elige el ticket de conductor. 🥾 **El plan** Únete a esta escapada de 3 días al Pirineo durante el **finde largo de finales de mayo** y descubre algunos de los paisajes más impresionantes del **Parque Nacional de Ordesa y Monte Perdido**. Esta zona, declarada **Patrimonio Mundial por la UNESCO**, reúne todo lo que hace tan especial al Pirineo: cañones profundos, espectaculares paredes de caliza, valles glaciares, bosques y preciosas cascadas. Durante estos 3 días disfrutaremos de un fin de semana de montaña variado, combinando rutas emblemáticas y pueblos con encanto. Caminaremos por el impresionante **Valle de Ordesa** hasta la famosa **cascada Cola de Caballo**, exploraremos el verde **Valle de Pineta** y comenzaremos el viaje con una bonita ruta por el llamativo **Congost de Lo Entremón**, además de pasar un rato en el precioso pueblo medieval de **Aínsa**. **Importante:** este es el itinerario previsto, pero Yepalo podrá adaptar el orden de las rutas o sustituir alguna de ellas en función de la meteorología, el estado de los senderos o criterios de seguridad, siempre con el objetivo de ofrecer la mejor experiencia posible. 🌄**ITINERARIO** **Día 1 – Congost de Lo Entremón + visita a Aínsa + llegada a Boltaña** Saldremos de Barcelona por la mañana en dirección a la comarca de Sobrarbe. De camino, realizaremos una bonita primera ruta por el **Congost de Lo Entremón**, un recorrido entre paredes rocosas que ofrece un comienzo muy escénico y variado para el viaje. Después de la ruta, pasaremos un rato en **Aínsa**, uno de los pueblos medievales más bonitos de España, con su encantador casco antiguo, su plaza porticada y su ambiente de montaña. Desde allí continuaremos hasta nuestro alojamiento en **Boltaña**, donde nos instalaremos y disfrutaremos de nuestra primera tarde-noche en el Pirineo. **Distancia:** 9 km **Desnivel positivo:** 500 m **Día 2 – Valle de Ordesa: desde la Pradera hasta Cola de Caballo** Este día estará dedicado a una de las rutas clásicas del Pirineo: el recorrido por el **Valle de Ordesa** comenzando en la **Pradera de Ordesa** y subiendo hasta la famosa **cascada Cola de Caballo**. Es una de esas rutas que muestran de verdad la escala y la belleza del parque nacional: bosques de hayas, cruces de río, cascadas espectaculares, enormes paredes de caliza y el gran valle glaciar abriéndose ante nosotros paso a paso. Una jornada de montaña completa y memorable en uno de los valles más emblemáticos de España. **Distancia:** 18 km **Desnivel positivo:** 500 m **Día 3 – Valle de Pineta: cascadas y uno de los rincones más salvajes del parque** En nuestro último día exploraremos el impresionante **Valle de Pineta**, una cara más agreste y dramática del parque nacional, dominada por paredes escarpadas, bosques, ríos y la imponente presencia del **Monte Perdido** sobre nosotros. Nuestro plan es descubrir algunos de los rincones más bonitos del valle, incluyendo cascadas como la **cascada del Cinca** y la **cascada de Lalarri**, en una ruta llena de agua, vegetación y paisajes espectaculares antes de regresar a Barcelona. **Distancia:** 14 km **Desnivel positivo:** 550 m **🚦 Nivel de dificultad: Moderado** Se esperan entre 4 y 8 horas de caminata al día. Este viaje está pensado para personas con una buena condición física general, acostumbradas a realizar rutas de día completo en montaña con algo de desnivel. **🏡 Alojamiento** Nos alojaremos 2 noches en cómodos apartamentos con cocina en Boltaña, una base perfecta para explorar la zona. Cada apartamento dispone de una habitación doble, una habitación twin y un sofá cama. Posibilidad de alojamiento individual con un suplemento de 35€/noche, según disponibilidad. **¿Cómo apuntarse?** Paso 1: 👋 Apúntate en Meetup en la lista de asistentes Paso 2: 💰Hacer la paga y señal de 155€ en nuestra web: [https://es.yepalo.com/events/ordesa-monte-perdido-national-park-3-days-of-hiking-2-nights](https://es.yepalo.com/events/ordesa-monte-perdido-national-park-3-days-of-hiking-2-nights) IMPORTANTE: Ésta es la única forma de asegurarte una plaza para la actividad **🚗 Cómo llegaremos** Compartiremos coches particulares. Al apuntarte, te pediremos que nos indiques si tienes coche y cuántas personas puedes llevar contigo. Cada pasajero contribuirá con 35€ al conductor para ayudar a cubrir los gastos del coche. **🎒 Qué traer** * Calzado de montaña * Picnic para el primer día * Protección solar (gafas, gorra, crema solar) * Agua (**1,5 L**) * Bastones (recomendados) * Chaqueta impermeable * Forro polar * Mochila **🤠 Guía:** Moshe **👥 Tamaño del grupo:** Máximo 14 participantes **➕ El precio incluye** * 2 noches en los apartamentos * 3 días de senderismo con guía oficial de montaña * Seguro de accidentes + seguro de responsabilidad civil * IVA **➖ No incluido** * Transporte (35€ a pagar al conductor) * Comidas **Política de cancelación** ¿Cambio de planes? No pasa nada. Si cancelas con más de 7 días de antelación, te daremos un bono del 100% válido durante 3 meses, para que no te pierdas futuras aventuras con Yepalo. 🌟 ¿Cancelación tardía? Oh no… En ese caso, se deberá abonar el importe completo. Aun así, si no puedes venir y conseguimos cubrir tu plaza con otra persona, te ofreceremos un bono para una futura actividad. ✨ ¡YEPALO! Moshe +34 699 444 539 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 💰 **Price: €255** 3 hikes / 2 nights Advance payment requested: €155 The remaining amount is to be paid 7 days before the start of the trip. Special price for the first driver: €230. If you have a car and can take 3 people or more in your car from the meeting point in Barcelona, choose the driver's ticket. 🌄**The Plan** Join us for a 3-day getaway to the Pyrenees during the **long weekend at the end of May**, and discover some of the most breathtaking landscapes of **Ordesa & Monte Perdido National Park**. This UNESCO World Heritage area offers everything that makes the Pyrenees so special: deep canyons, dramatic limestone cliffs, glacial valleys, forests and beautiful waterfalls. Over these 3 days, we’ll enjoy a varied mountain weekend combining iconic hikes and charming villages. We’ll walk through the stunning **Ordesa Valley** to the famous **Cola de Caballo** waterfall, explore the lush **Pineta Valley**, and begin the trip with a scenic hike through the striking **Congost de Lo Entremón**, plus some time in the beautiful medieval village of **Aínsa**. **How to sign up?** Step 1: 👋 Sign up for Meetup on the attendee list Step 2: 💰Make the advanced payment of €155 in our website: [https://www.yepalo.com/events/ordesa-monte-perdido-national-park-3-days-of-hiking-2-nights](https://www.yepalo.com/events/ordesa-monte-perdido-national-park-3-days-of-hiking-2-nights) IMPORTANT: This is the only way to ensure a place for the activity. Please note: this is our planned itinerary, but Yepalo may adapt the order of the hikes or replace one of them depending on weather, trail conditions or safety considerations, always with the aim of offering the best possible experience. 🥾**ITINERARY** **Day 1 – Congost de Lo Entremón + visit to Aínsa + arrival in Boltaña** We’ll leave Barcelona in the morning and head towards the Sobrarbe region. On the way, we’ll do a beautiful first hike through the **Congost de Lo Entremón**, a canyon-like route between rocky walls that offers a very scenic and varied start to the trip. After the hike, we’ll spend some time in **Aínsa**, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Spain, with its charming old town, arcaded square and mountain atmosphere. From there, we’ll continue to our accommodation in **Boltaña**, where we’ll settle in and enjoy our first evening in the Pyrenees. * **Distance:** 9 km * **Positive elevation gain:** 500m **Day 2 – Ordesa Valley: from the Pradera to Cola de Caballo** This day is dedicated to one of the classic hikes of the Pyrenees: the route through the **Ordesa Valley** starting from the **Pradera de Ordesa** and going up to the famous **Cola de Caballo waterfall**. This is one of those hikes that truly shows the scale and beauty of the national park: beech forests, river crossings, spectacular waterfalls, huge limestone walls and the wide glacial valley opening in front of us step by step. A full and memorable mountain day in one of the most iconic valleys in Spain. * **Distance:** 18 km * **Positive elevation gain:** 500m **Day 3 – Pineta Valley: waterfalls and one of the wildest corners of the park** On our final day, we’ll explore the impressive **Pineta Valley**, a more rugged and dramatic side of the national park, dominated by steep walls, forest, rivers and the powerful presence of Monte Perdido above. Our plan is to discover some of the valley’s most beautiful spots, including waterfalls such as **Cinca waterfall** and **Lalarri waterfall**, enjoying a route full of water, vegetation and dramatic views before heading back to Barcelona. * **Distance:** 14 km * **Positive elevation gain:** 550m **🚦 Difficulty level: Moderate** Expect **4 to 8 hours of hiking per day**. This trip is suitable for people with a good general fitness level who are used to full-day hikes in the mountains with some elevation gain. **🏡 Accommodation** We’ll stay for 2 nights in comfortable apartments (with a fully equipped kitchen) in Boltaña, a great base for exploring the area. Each apartment has one double room, one twin room and a sofa bed. Possibility of individual accommodation with a supplement of €35/night, subject to availability. 🚗 **How we'll get there:** We'll be sharing private cars. When you sign up, you'll be invited to let us know if you have a car, how many people you can take with you. Each passenger will contribute €35 to the driver to cover car expenses. 🎒**What to bring:** * Mountain shoes * Picnic for the first day * Sun protection (glasses, cap, sunscreen) * Water (1.5 L) * Walking sticks (recommended) * Waterproof jacket * Polar Fleece * Backpack 🤠 **Guide:** Moshe **👥 Group Size:** Maximum of 14 participants. ➕ Price includes * 2 nights in the apartments * 3 days of hiking with an official mountain guide * Accident insurance + civil liability insurance * VAT ➖ Not included * Transportation (€35 to be paid to the driver) * Meals * Bus ticket from Torla to the Ordesa Valley (round trip approx. €6) **Cancellation policy:** Change of plans? No problem! If you cancel more than 7 days in advance, we’ll give you a 100% voucher valid for 3 months so you won’t miss out on future adventures. 🌟 Late cancellation? Oh no... in that case, full payment is required. However, if you can’t make it and we manage to fill your spot with someone else, we’ll offer you a voucher for a future activity. ✨ See you! Yepalo! +34 699444539

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.

The topic for May is "Ink" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

**Welcome to Drunken Philosophy** a casual, curious social discussion **Optional topic for this meetup: What's up with all the AI hate?** A recent survey found that 74% of Americans have a negative view of AI, and I want to know why. Come out and debate whether AI is good or bad. My hot take: a labor-saving tool that could potentially help cure cancer gets called dangerous because it might raise unemployment or cause a speculative investment bubble, that tells you a lot more about capitalism and the economic system we live under than it does about the tool itself. As a computer programmer, I think AI is a wonderful tool that has increased my productivity by at least an order of magnitude. I'd go so far as to say Claude Code is the best tool I have ever used. Debate me and name a better one. Is AI potentially dangerous? Yes, but so are a lot of tools. Chainsaws. Steam engines (early ones would occasionally explode and kill everyone in the room). Do you think cavemen sat around debating whether fire could be used as a weapon or for self-harm, and decided not to discover it? I have two friends who hate AI for opposite reasons: one thinks it's a fad and not useful, and the other thinks it's going to take over everything and cause human extinction. Come out tonight, have a friendly debate, and make some friends. No lectures. Friendly crowd. Drop in for one drink and stay if it's fun.

Inspired by our successful events like "Saturday Mornings @ East Market" and other "Pot Luck in the Park" lunches, this gathering promises to be a blend of fun conversations, language exchange, and cultural insights, all while sharing wonderful foods with each other. **Please bring a dish to share and anything you would like to drink.** We will provide plates, plastic silverware and napkins. So, come hungry and ready to chat!

Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link : **Reserve** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-columbus-online-tickets-1988563717610?aff=meetup **QUESTIONS ?** Pls Reach out to; Ridhi - +971504724873 ( WhatsApp Only)