Ice Skating

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

✨ Join us for our **3rd Saturday Social Ballroom Dance** and step into an evening filled with friendly dancers and the extraordinary musical DJ and Instructor talent of **Michael Sims**, where you can sign up for dances with Michael during the evening! **7:30 - 8:30 PM: Bachata Dance lesson by** **Michael Sims, of Lite on Your Feet Dancing.** **8:30 - 10:30 PM: Ballroom Dance music by Michael Sims.** $15 (cash or check) includes the lesson plus the dance, cold water and special scrumptious snacks this evening. Dress is Ballroom Casual. Please no cutoffs, T-shirts or jeans. Dress to Impress! No experience, reservations or partner needed. All Singles Welcome!! 1,850 sq. ft. beautiful oak dance floor. Plenty of free, safe parking ## Questions? Find Colvin Run at [http://www.colvinrun.org](http://www.colvinrun.org) or visit [http://www.meetup.com/colvinrun-org/](http://www.meetup.com/colvinrun-org/) or contact [Kathy.Milks@ColvinRun.org](mailto:Kathy.Milks@colvinrun.org) Please go to our **[website](https://www.colvinrun.org/the-events/calendar)** [calendar](https://www.colvinrun.org/the-events/calendar) for all dances at Colvin Run Dance Hall.

Join us for the Friday Night Fitness Skate! A 12 or 8 mile fitness skate that skates the same route each week so you will know the route and pavement hazards (since it is dark) and be able to work on form, endurance or speed as the cold wind is pushing against you! ;) The route has nice long stretches of uninterrupted skating, open roads with very few cars and the regroups are short and infrequent. We will meet at Freedom Plaza at 7pm as long as it is not raining, snowing and the pavement is not wet or icy. We’ll warm up with a skate to the Capital and then skate along the mall and museums to the National Monument. We will then head to the Lincoln Memorial through the World War II Memorial. From the Lincoln we will proceed to Haynes Point down Ohio Drive with the option to take the 3 mile Haynes Point loop (12 mile total skate) or practice stops or stunts at the regroup spot while others skate the loop (8.5 mile total skate.) The skate is mostly flat on good pavement with a small slope coming down from the Washington Monument and a 40 yard small slop from the Lincoln to Ohio Drive and a couple patches here and there. The wind can be very strong and cold especially on Ohio Drive and Haynes Point as we skate adjacent to the water. Please feel free to jazz up your gear with lights, I wear a helmet bike light (since it is pretty dark) and a set of body lights. Most of the regulars skate with lighted wheels for fun! Wear your lights so you have fun, can see and be seen! In case of bad weather, I will update this post via the comment section around 6pm on Friday. Of course, all skating is at your own risk. Hope you will come join us!

MindShift Gym has graciously offered to host our January meetup again! This event is technically free, but donations are strongly encouraged. MindShift has granted us access to their space at no cost to us, but at meaningful cost to *them*. Please consider helping them out a little, as you're able. For those of you who'd like to continue playing after this event is over, you'll have the option to stay for an additional (free) open gym session. To help MindShift get a sense of how many folks intend to come (and so that we can get your waiver taken care of ahead of time), please register for this event here: https://mindshiftgym.sites.zenplanner.com/event.cfm?eventId=260B7229-A645-43A9-BBE3-D768DEC17B16 We're looking forward to seeing you! This meetup is non-binary inclusive and open to all ability and skill levels. Whether it's your first time trying parkour or you've been training for years there will be fun challenges for everyone.

🌱 Kick off 2026 with Strawberry Matcha! Join us for a Saturday of ice skating, exploring museums, or enjoying the museum café, all while meeting new friends. This is our **first event of the year**, so let’s start it off right with fun and meaningful connections! 🗓️ **Date:** Saturday, January 17 ⏰ **Time:** 12:00 PM 📍 **Location:** Sculpture Park Ice Rink, DC (specific meetup point and logistics will be sent to confirmed attendees) This event is public, so feel free to bring a friend (20s and 30s only). If they are not a member yet, no worries! We’ll share how to join Strawberry Matcha when you arrive. RSVP required - https://forms.gle/HjFejQDaJw5Eg1HD8 Please fill out the google form to attend. Follow us on IG - **@strawberrymatcha_sm**

❄️ **Winter Hours = High Noon 12 pm Start!** Think of it like daylight savings, but with more double-faults. Refugees tennis **now starts at 12:00 pm**, not 9:00 am. Join us for our weekly Herndon Tennis Refugees meetup! We’re a drama-free doubles crew for experienced, competitive players (USTA high 3.0–4.0). Come rally, connect, and have fun. No line-call drama or cutthroat battles. Fair play is the baseline. When the old Meetup vanished like a botched overhead, we were stranded like tennis orphans. So we made something better: scrappier, smarter, and shockingly organized. We turned chaos into kick serves and awkward goodbyes into solid backhands. If you’re returning—welcome home. If you’re new—nice upgrade. **The rundown:** * We start with 2 courts (8 players). * If full, **join the Waitlist**—at 12 RSVPs, we add a 3rd court; at 16, a 4th. * Rotating doubles. Friendly, flexible, and fun. * Events open Sundays at 9am and fill fast. * Frequent late cancellations (within 36 hrs) are discouraged. We may ask you to find a sub or limit your future participation. The old group left us at the baseline. Now? We’re charging the net. 🎾

Freedom Plaza is currently closed for construction, so we are shifting the starting line. We will meet at the corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and 14th Street NW, right outside the WWI Pershing Memorial. This 11.6-mile intermediate route will be lead by Big Mike, and offers a mix of challenging climbs, technical neighborhood skating, and smooth trail flow. The Details • Meeting Point: Corner of Pennsylvania Ave and 14th St NW • Meetup Time: 11:00 AM • Roll-out Time: 11:10 AM • Distance: 11.6 Miles • Elevation Gain: 420 Feet • Level: Intermediate (Urban hills and navigation required) Weather Forecast Expect chilly, winter conditions. It will be partly sunny with a high near 34°F and a SLIGHT chance of light snow flurries. Wind will be coming from the northwest at about 6 mph. Please dress appropriately and bring water. Safety Requirements • Helmets are mandatory for this skate. \* Wrist guards are highly recommended, as they provide critical protection during urban falls. • Knee and elbow pads are suggested for additional safety on technical sections and descents. • Everyone skates at their own risk! The Route [https://onthegomap.com/s/dmo62ogu](https://onthegomap.com/s/dmo62ogu?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRFRPYXYyN1c5cDVVOUs2S3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7I1m6gHZ0B-dDKDrmOd08DtpVod6XE7rBmVCNG_OPX3q1SvRUprjVXOEb0Xw_aem_dkj8WoZZhPrcQ9ald0S1rA) • The Climb: We begin with a steady ascent up New Hampshire Avenue, carving through the energy of Dupont Circle. • The Meander: A technical, scenic flow through the historic streets of LeDroit Park. • The Trail: A fast, car-free stretch on the Metropolitan Branch Trail to find your stride. • The Finish: A final loop through the architecture of Capitol Hill and across the National Mall. For the most up to date details, check Facebook and Instagram. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WashingtonAreaRoadskaters/events Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareskatedc/ We hope to see you Sunday!