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Brew & Bond: Where coffee sparks new connections
Let's Step away from screens and step into real conversations.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)**
We’re hosting a **special coffee meetup** to meet new people, spark genuine connections, and share laughter in an **elegant café setting** 🌿🎶
**Imagine this 👇**
* A cozy evening with soft music playing in the background.
* An elegant café atmosphere with warm lighting and stylish décor.
* Coffee, tea, or your favorite drink in hand.
* A room full of open-minded, amazing people ready to connect.
It’s about **meeting new friends**, enjoying great vibes, and discovering the magic of spontaneous connection.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)**
Because sometimes, all it takes is a cup of coffee to turn strangers into friends. 💫
**✨ Expect the unexpected:**
* Fun conversation starters that keep things flowing.
* Stories from people you never imagined you’d meet.
* Surprising laughter that carries long after the night is over.
So grab your favorite drink, take a seat, and let the conversations flow.
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Coffee 😊
Social Indoor Cricket
# Join The Royals: Social Indoor Cricket @ Insportz Club (Al Quoz) 👑
**Are you looking for a consistent, competitive, and social indoor cricket game in Dubai? Welcome to The Royals.**
We aren't just a weekly game; we are building Dubai’s most elite social cricket community. Whether you are a seasoned pro or someone looking to get back into the nets, our sessions at the iconic **Insportz Club** are the perfect place to play.
### 🏆 WHY PLAY WITH THE ROYALS?
We believe in rewarding performance and commitment. Every game we track your runs, wickets, and overall impact to crown a **Most Valuable Player (MVP)**.
* **The Monthly Grand Prize:** If you secure **10 MVPs in a single month**, you win an **AED 500 Noon Voucher!** 🛍️
### 📍 THE VENUE: INSPORTZ CLUB, AL QUOZ
We host our games at the legendary **Insportz Club**. It is the heart of indoor sports in Dubai, offering:
* Professional-grade courts and nets.
* Fully air-conditioned environment (perfect for Dubai weather).
* Excellent facilities including changing rooms and a cafe for post-game banter.
### 📅 OUR SCHEDULE
We play three nights a week to keep the momentum going:
* **Mondays:** The Week Kick-off
* **Wednesdays:** The Mid-week Grind
* **Fridays:** Prime Social Night
### 📊 DATA & THE FUTURE
Every game you play with us is recorded in our **Royals Registry**. We track your runs and wickets because, in 6 months, we are launching the **Royals Dubai Cricket App**. By joining us now, you’ll have a verified player profile and history ready for the big launch!
### 📝 HOW TO JOIN
1. **RSVP** on this Meetup event.
2. **Confirm your spot** via our WhatsApp group (Link provided upon RSVP).
3. **Show up & Play:** Bring your gear or use the high-quality equipment provided by Insportz.
**Cost per session:**
$$AED 35$$
**Format:** 8-a-side / 16 overs per side (Social Rules)
**Don't just play the game—Join the Court. Become a Royal today!** 👑🏏
Conversations Over Coffee
Let's Step away from screens and step into real conversations.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)**
We’re hosting a **special coffee meetup** to meet new people, spark genuine connections, and share laughter in an **elegant café setting** 🌿🎶
**Imagine this 👇**
* A cozy evening with soft music playing in the background.
* An elegant café atmosphere with warm lighting and stylish décor.
* Coffee, tea, or your favorite drink in hand.
* A room full of open-minded, amazing people ready to connect.
It’s about **meeting new friends**, enjoying great vibes, and discovering the magic of spontaneous connection.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)**
Because sometimes, all it takes is a cup of coffee to turn strangers into friends. 💫
**✨ Expect the unexpected:**
* Fun conversation starters that keep things flowing.
* Stories from people you never imagined you’d meet.
* Surprising laughter that carries long after the night is over.
So grab your favorite drink, take a seat, and let the conversations flow.
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-coffee)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Coffee 😊
Football Friendly Game - Beginners Welcome
**REGISTRATION THROUGH WHATSAPP : 0552176382**
Looking to kick a ball around and have fun?
Join us for a friendly game of football! Whether you're a seasoned player or just getting started, all skill levels are welcome. This event is perfect for players who want to improve their fitness while enjoying a social game of football in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
We cater to all types of players, from experienced footballers to beginners who want to learn and have fun. Our group is all about providing a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. Join us on the pitch and let's have some fun together!
As always, we will be playing outdoors, so please remember to bring appropriate footwear, comfortable athletic clothing, and water to stay hydrated. Don't miss out on a great opportunity to meet new people, get in some exercise, and indulge your love for the beautiful game. See you on the field!
Free Moonlight Stretch: Transform Your Evening Stress Into Deep Rest.
**Wind down and let go!**
Join us for a rejuvenating **FREE** Moonlight Stretch and Relaxing Yoga session at the peaceful **Eternal Wellness Yoga Studio**. This is your perfect opportunity to **transform** the end of your day from stressed and busy to calm, relaxed, and restored.
Book your session now: [WhatsApp Us](https://wa.me/971543837625)
*Note: MONDAY WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY \- ONLY LADIES \| TUESDAY THURSDAY & SATURDAY \- MEN ALSO WELCOME*
**[1st Session will be FREE]**
Football Friendly Game - ALL LEVELS are Welcome
**REGISTRATION THROUGH WHATSAPP: 0522955859**
Looking to kick a ball around and have fun?
Join us for a friendly game of football! Whether you're a seasoned player or just getting started, all skill levels are welcome. This event is perfect for players who want to improve their fitness while enjoying a social game of football in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
We cater to all types of players, from experienced footballers to beginners who want to learn and have fun. Our group is all about providing a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. Join us on the pitch and let's have some fun together!
As always, we will be playing outdoors, so please remember to bring appropriate footwear, comfortable athletic clothing, and water to stay hydrated. Don't miss out on a great opportunity to meet new people, get in some exercise, and indulge your love for the beautiful game. See you on the field!
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Adventures in Pink (Rose Harvest in Oman)
Did you know that Oman's mountains are famous for their rosewater? The rose season is back. Come and see a sea of pink flowers covering the fields while you are covered by the rose fragrance filling the air.
A nice and easy hike is a waiting for us to walk through the fields. Enjoy the amazing scenery and old villages settled on the cliffs, seeing the Omani mountain people living and harvesting their fields.
Trip theme: Rose field, Hikes, visit local villages.
Recommended for those who are looking for relaxing trip, those who like to enjoy the scenery, those who want to be away from city, those who like to enjoy other cultures and spending a great time with great people.
Transportation: Car Pool
Trip Plan:
Day 1 - Saturday
@7.00am to meet at meeting point to be shared in a private whatsapp group.
We are heading to jabal akdar for the roses and the beautiful mountain scenery. We will do a 2.5hs hike and we can add some adventure to it. The hike will pass through villages, farms, springs, etc
After hike we will have a nice dinner.
Day 2 - Sunday
Wake up for breakfast after a nice sleep on top of the village and the farms. We will leave our hotel and start walking to the Rose fields to see the rose harvest and the production of rosewater.
After that we will head to another hidden jewel in the area and enjoy another lovely hike in abounded villages.
Trip fee: 875 AED for 4\*Hotel with amazing view on shared basis. BF at hotel, tours and hikes, dinner on Saturday and Lunch on Sunday (or maybe iftar).
Things to Get
* Hiking or sport shoes
* Torch
* Insects repellent for those who need
* Jacket as it might get cold
* Sun protection
* Swim wear ( just have it) hotel have a pool and we might stop by a place to swim.
Visa Requirements and cost:
Please apply for your Oman visa online ahead of the trip. It is your own sole responsibility in maintaining your visa on time. Visa costs / UAE exit costs are not included in the rate. Visa Cost: UAE Exit 35AED / Oman Visa 50 AED
\*\*\*Please note that this might be the start of Ramadan, so we might adjust according to Ramadan timings.
For further details please contact us either on team@magadventuresgroup.com
Mahdi: +971 55 8877970
Emina: +971 55 1969671
Mini Machu Picchu | Weekend in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan
In one of the **most remote corners of Central Asia** lies the Autonomous Republic of Nakhchivan. Known as the **land of Noah** and holding one of the most picturesque secrets of Azerbaijan and **resembling the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, the Alinja Fortress towers over Nakhchivan below.**
While considered autonomous, with its own legislature and ruler, the region is **presided over by Azerbaijan** despite sharing no land border whatsoever and wedged between Turkey, Armenia and Iran.
In one short weekend we will climb the 3000 stairs to the fortress, visit Noah’s Tomb, and wander through the monuments, minarets, and palaces of this ancient and fascinating land before returning to Dubai with memories of a lifetime!
**Let’s go!**
**Day 1 // Friday**
Meeting at DXB T2 at 16:30 for a direct flight to Baku at 18:20. Immigration clearance and overnight.
**Day 1 // Saturday**
After breakfast short connecting flight to Nakhchivan.
Start with exploration of Noah’s Tomb and the Momina Khatun Monument, which the locals call the **“Taj Mahal of Nakhchivan”**. Once the site of **thousands of houses, dozens of mosques, mausoleums, and minarets**, all that remains is the mosaic columns and minarets of Garabaghlar.
Overnight in 5 star hotel.
**DAY 2 // Sunday**
With stops to see few other sites, we will begin the **climb of 3000 stairs up to Alinja Fortress** and see for ourselves why it is the Machu Picchu of Central Asia.
Past lunch we will visit the most curious **hospital inside a salt mine** for the treatment of asthma and bronchitis! Afterwards we will descend the caves of Ashabu before making a quick visit to carpet museum for souvenirs. Further on flight to Baku and flight home. Back in DXB Monday 01:20am.
**Level:** Easy
**Activities:** Trekking, sightseeing, experience of secluded culture.
**Duration:** Weekend
**Accommodation & meals:** **5 star hotel** **in Nakhchivan** \- double sharing\. Meals excluded\. Bring your fav snacks for the road\.
**Cost: 2,100 AED** **incl. domestic flights**, until APR 01. Limited domestic flights availability!
International flights excluded.
**Specifically excluded:**
* visa,
* meals,
* single room supplement.
**Visas:**
Most of passports are entitled for [evisa](https://evisa.gov.az/en/), UAE residence visa holders - visa on arrival. [More info here.](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_Azerbaijan)
See yah in Mini Machu x
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Spring Asia | Journey Across South Korea, Mongolia and China
The coming of spring offers an opportunity for an East Asian adventure of remarkable contrasts – from the Instagram-worthy **cherry blossom season in South Korea**’s buzzing capital of Seoul, to timeless pastoral traditions in the **remote nomadic camps of Mongolia**, and finally to the imperial grandeur of **Beijing’s Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China.** Linking Mongolia and China, we will travel on the legendary **Trans-Mongolian Railway** – a true bucket-list experience for many travellers.
**While Korea has much to explore**, a few days are enough to see the main sights in and around the capital and enjoy the magical backdrop of **bright pink blossoms in full bloom**. Highlights of Seoul range from ancient palaces to vibrant modern shopping districts, and a day trip from the city offers the chance to delve deeper into the country’s fascinating nature and culture.
**Mongolia, by contrast, remains shrouded in a mystery** despite its gradual opening to the world. This vast, landlocked nation between Russia and China is home to only around three million inhabitants. With grassland and desert steppe landscapes covering an area the size of Western Europe, a large share of the population still upholds its ancestral nomadic heritage. Here, more than half of Mongolia’s nationals continue to live in round yurts, or gers, which are as mobile as the people themselves. Yet Mongolia is a country of striking contrasts. There is a clear divide between its capital, Ulaanbaatar – with its upscale restaurants and high-end boutiques – and the rural heartlands, where traditional ways of life remain firmly rooted.
**Genghis Khan, regarded as the founding father of Mongolia,** came to power in 1206. By uniting several nomadic tribes in the northeast, he laid the foundations of what would become the world’s largest contiguous empire – surpassed only by the British Empire in the 19th century. In just a few decades, his cavalry conquered a realm greater in both size and population than that of the Romans at their peak.
It is hardly surprising that he is revered as a national hero, immortalised by an imposing 40-metre-high statue – the world’s largest equestrian monument – located in a complex just outside Ulaanbaatar.
Today, Mongolia is undergoing rapid change. Yet despite these transformations, its country dwellers, scattered across immense landscapes with limited communication, remain unfailingly hospitable – always ready to welcome a visitor with a bowl of warm, salty milk tea.
After exploring Mongolia’s sweeping wilderness and vibrant capital, the **journey continues south along one of the world’s most storied rail routes**. Boarding the Trans-Mongolian train in Ulaanbaatar offers a gentle transition from the steppe to the cities of China, with hours of evolving scenery framed by the carriage windows. The steady rhythm of the train, conversations in the dining car, and the gradual shift in landscape create a sense of travelling through time as much as through geography.
**Beijing greets travellers with an immediate sense of scale and history**. Its landmark attractions are impressive not only for their grandeur, but also for the way they bridge imperial tradition and modern urban life. A visit to the Forbidden City offers a glimpse into the former seat of Chinese power, its courtyards and halls laid out with a precision that reflects centuries of dynastic rule. From there, a day trip to the Great Wall reveals the sheer ambition of ancient engineering – watchtowers marching across rugged mountains in a way that almost defies belief when seen in person.
Yet some of Beijing’s most memorable moments are found in its quieter corners. The hutongs, with their narrow lanes and traditional courtyard homes, provide a more intimate view of the city’s daily rhythm. Small cafés, family-run noodle shops and simple scenes of local life offer a striking counterpoint to the imposing monuments and broad avenues elsewhere in the capital.
**Let’s go!**
**Day 0 // Departure**
Meeting at airport for a direct flight to Seoul.
**DAY 1 // Arrival in Seoul**
Welcome to Seoul, the energetic capital of South Korea and a major hub for commerce, fashion, beauty and youth culture. After arrival and hotel check-in, enjoy an easy first day to recover from travel while getting an authentic taste of local life.
Visit Noryangjin Fish Market, where stalls are piled high with fresh seafood and you can watch vendors and buyers in action or sample a simple meal. Continue on to Museum Kimchikan to learn how Korea’s most famous dish is made and why it is such an essential part of everyday life. In the evening, head to the Banpo Bridge area for a relaxed riverside stroll and views of the illuminated bridge before returning to the hotel to rest.
**DAY 2 // Seoul & Cherry blossoms**
After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide in the lobby and set out for a full day of sightseeing around Seoul. Begin at Jogyesa Buddhist Temple and then witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony before visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace (or Deoksugung Palace on Tuesdays), with time to explore its grand courtyards and palace buildings. Stop at Cheongwadae Sarangchae (or the National Palace Museum on Mondays) to gain more insight into Korea’s history, then visit a Ginseng Center before a lunch break at your own expense. In the afternoon, browse traditional shops and galleries in Insadong, then continue to busy Namdaemun or Dongdaemun Market to experience the city’s lively street scenes and bargain-filled stalls. Finish the day with a ride on the N Seoul Tower cable car (tower admission without lift) for panoramic views of the city, and then be dropped off in the Myeongdong or City Hall area for an evening at leisure.
**DAY 3 // Cherries in countryside**
Leave the city behind this morning for an escape into the lakes and hills of Gangwon-do. Drive towards Chuncheon, where we'll visit Alpaca World to meet gentle alpacas in a mountain setting, or opt instead for a scenic rail bike or canoeing at Chuncheon Mulle-gil, along the Bukhan River. Continue to Mt. Samaksan for one of Korea’s longest cable car with sweeping views over Uiam Lake. In the afternoon head to Nami Island, known for its cherry-lined avenues, riverside paths and famous K-drama filming spots. Free time to stroll or relax in the shade. Return to Seoul in the evening, free time at leisure.
**DAY 4 // Mongolia – Ulaan Battar**
In the morning short flight to Ulaan Battar, capitol of Mongolia.
We’ll start with Sukhbaatar Square, the city’s grand central plaza, framed by the Parliament House and statues of Mongolia’s national heroes, for an introduction to the country’s political and cultural heart. Continue up to the Zaisan Hill Memorial, a Soviet-era monument perched on a ridge above the city, where wide views open over Ulaanbaatar and the surrounding hills. In the evening, experience a traditional Mongolian folk performance, with music, dance and perhaps a taste to set the tone for your journey.
**Day 5 // Terelj National Park & Ger Life**
Begin the day at Gandan Monastery, the spiritual heart of Mongolian Buddhism, where monks gather for prayers beneath towering temple halls. Next we'll leave the city and drive east to the **Genghis Khan** Statue Complex, where a gleaming 40-metre equestrian statue of the Great Khan rises from the steppe; explore the small museum beneath and climb up inside the monument for panoramic views. From here, continue into Gorkhi–Terelj National Park, a landscape of granite outcrops, larch forests and wide meadows. Stop at the iconic **Turtle Rock**, a natural formation shaped like a giant turtle, then, time permitting, make the short walk up to **Ariyabal Meditation Temple**, a peaceful hilltop sanctuary overlooking the valleys below. Later, visit a local nomadic family to sample traditional dairy products and learn about the rhythms of Mongolian nomadic life. In the evening we'll settle in a Terelj ger camp, enjoying the quiet of the countryside under big Mongolian skies.
**Day 6 // Modern Ulaan**
Enjoy breakfast in the ger camp before drive back, watching the steppe slowly give way again to the city’s skyline. On the way, stop at Sain Nomuun Monastery, a lesser-visited Buddhist complex that offers a more intimate glimpse of contemporary religious life. Back in the capital, visit the Bogd Khan Palace Museum, the former winter residence of Mongolia’s last spiritual and political ruler, with richly decorated temples and chambers filled with thrones, gifts and ritual objects. In the late afternoon, visit local bazaar and souvenir shopping.
**DAY 7 :: Trans-mongolian train to Beijing**
Today we board the Trans-Mongolian train in Ulaanbaatar and settle into our compartments as the city slowly slips away and the wide Mongolian steppe opens up outside the window. The first hours are spent watching familiar scenes of grazing horses, distant gers and rolling grasslands, all framed by the steady rhythm of the train on the tracks. As the route bends south, the landscape gradually changes, becoming more rugged and varied, with hills, valleys and scattered settlements marking the approach to the Chinese border. We’ll have time to read, chat with fellow passengers, visit the dining car for a simple hot meal and step into the corridor to photograph the views as they unfold. By evening, after border formalities, the train continues through the night towards Beijing, and you fall asleep to the gentle motion of the carriage, crossing quietly from the vast Mongolian steppe into northern China.
**DAY 8 :: Arrival in Beijing & Hutongs**
Arrive in Beijing at 14:35, where you are met at the station and assisted with a smooth transfer into the city. After check-in, set out to explore the historic hutongs, wandering through narrow alleyways lined with traditional courtyard homes. As you walk, soak up the everyday rhythm of local life, from old men playing cards to tiny shops selling snacks and trinkets. Continue to nearby markets or commercial streets, where you can browse for souvenirs and get a first taste of modern Beijing’s energy. Return to the hotel in the evening and unwind after your journey, overnight in Beijing.
**Day 9 :: Forbidden City & Great Wall**
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before setting out for a full day of sightseeing in China’s capital. Begin with a guided visit to the Forbidden City, the vast former imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties, with its grand halls, courtyards and rich symbolism. Learn about the lives of emperors and the rituals of court life as you move through this UNESCO-listed complex. In the afternoon, drive out to the Great Wall at Juyongguan, where you have time to walk along the ancient ramparts and take in sweeping mountain views. Return to the hotel in the evening for some free time at leisure and overnight in Beijing.
**Day 10 :: Temple of Heaven & Departure**
Start the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by check-out. This morning, visit the Temple of Heaven, an elegant complex of temples and altars once used by emperors to pray for good harvests. Stroll through the surrounding park, where locals often practise tai chi, dance or play traditional games, giving a relaxed glimpse of everyday Beijing life. After some free time for a final walk or last-minute shopping, transfer to the airport in the afternoon. Bye, bye East Asia!
**In brief:**
DAY 1 :: Arrival in Seoul
DAY 2 :: Seoul & Cherry Blossoms
DAY 3 :: Cherries in countryside
DAY 4 :: Mongolia – Ulaan Battar
DAY 5 :: Terelj National Park & Ger Life
DAY 6 :: Modern Ulaan
DAY 7 :: Trans-mongolian train to Beijing
DAY 8 :: Beijing & Hutongs
DAY 9 :: Forbidden City & Great Wall
DAY 10 :: Temple of Heaven & Departure
**Level of difficulty:** Easy, available for everyone
**Accommodation & meals:** Hotels - double sharing, 1 night aboard a train in soft sleeper, shared cabin. Meals excluded.
**Cost:** **AED 14,370 all inclusive** of flights and train until MAR 30.
Past this date cost will change.
**Specifically excluded:** Meals, visa, insurance.
**Visas:**
· **Korea:** Most passports get visa on arrival, based on The Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA). [Other passports ](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_South_Korea)\- third party visa agency only\.
· **Mongolia:** visa free or e-visa.
For passports non-eligible for visa on arrival, entry permit 150 USD + 90 USD payable on arrival.
· **China:** EU, AUS passports visa free, except Czech Republic, Lithuania and Sweden. [Other passports ](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_mainland_China)\- third party visa agency only\.
*It is sole responsibility of participant to secure entry to country of destination.*
See yah in Spring Asia x
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Old School Groove at the Beer Garden!
[Old School Groove](https://www.facebook.com/OldSchoolGrooveBand/) \- Vintage rock\, southern rock\, blues\, reggae\. Originals mixed with 60s & 70s classics\. Getcha groove on\!
**[Flint Station](https://www.theflintstation.com/)** is an old depot venue for drinks and live music. They usually have a **bbq food truck** on location. Feel free to bring your own takeout. I'll bring a basket of snacks. NO COVER
*They're planning for a beautiful summer evening performance in the beer garden. However, if the weather doesn't cooperate...they will be upstairs in the old-time dance hall. Either way...it's going to be a night to remember!!*
**PARKING**: either near the beer garden or across the street.
Sunday at Highbanks Metro Park
We will meet next to the restrooms at the [Big Meadows Picnic Area](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/HBK_Web_1980.png). They're all the way at the back of the park, and they can be found at coordinates [40°09'06.6"N 83°02'30.2"W](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40%C2%B009'06.6%22N+83%C2%B002'30.2%22W/@40.151828,-83.0423587,214m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zNDDCsDA5JzA4LjAiTiA4M8KwMDEnNDUuMSJX!8m2!3d40.1522222!4d-83.0291944!3m3!8m2!3d40.151827!4d-83.041715?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTIwNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) (near the playground and the zip line).
We'll hike about 5 miles at [Highbanks Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/highbanks/) on the Dripping Rock and Overlook Trails. Afterward, we'll head over to [Olentangy River Brewing](https://www.olentangybrew.com/) for drinks, coffee, or food (their Sunday [food truck](https://www.olentangybrew.com/eventsandfood) is Venezuelan and always gets good reviews).
The actual address of the brewery is [303 Green Meadows Dr S, 43035](https://www.google.com/maps/place/303+Green+Meadows+Dr+S,+Lewis+Center,+OH+43035/@40.1551938,-83.0144045,17.25z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x8838f395cef06c97:0xe407de61b3e30069!8m2!3d40.1551765!4d-83.0124352!16s%2Fg%2F11c26jc7j9?entry=ttu). If you can't make the hike, we should be there by noon.
**How to find our starting point in Big Meadows:**
If you are new to Highbanks, the Big Meadows picnic area is 1.5 miles into the park just after you turn into the park off of U.S. Route 23. That is, after you enter the park, drive a mile and a half into the park. You will come to a crosswalk with a yield sign in the middle of it (this is not to be confused with the first such crosswalk you come to just in front of the Nature Center, which you arrive at maybe a quarter of a mile into the park).
Just after this second crosswalk, make a left. Then make another almost immediate left into the parking lot on your left. There you will see the jungle gym and the kiddie zip line to your left. I will be just in front of the restrooms just a bit further down from the jungle gym and picnic shelter; the restroom building will also be on your left.

























