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Philosophy Group Meeting -- English
Join us in the search for the true, the good and the beautiful.
We will be reading and discussing a fascinating philosophical text in English.
Welcome anyone interested in understanding life more deeply, regardless of age or prior knowledge. The love of wisdom is enough.
Please join our WhatsApp group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/CDjIJ8i1LZsJ2a7WJXFxhG?mode=wwt
Sapere Aude! (Kant's Motto: Dare to Think!)
TAMI Sonic (Music Night)
**TAMI Sonic (Music Night)**
Join our bi-weekly informal meetups devoted to playing and experimenting with sound.
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TAMI wiki: [https://telavivmakers.org](https://telavivmakers.org)
TAMI main Telegram channel: [https://t.me/+0t5M0-jK9iIwZmM8](https://t.me/+0t5M0-jK9iIwZmM8)
March 19 ~ What’s Your Problem? 10+ Financial Challenges Real Estate Can Solve
## **I’m Hosting an In-Person Event In Sunnyvale**
## **… But I'm not inviting you… yet.**
**➡️ There's a catch - BEFORE you click the registration link, I have a requirement.**
Most people attend real estate seminars, take notes, and do nothing. I don’t want that for this room. Before you take one of my 35 seats, I need you to verify that my teaching style and strategies actually align with your goals.
## **Your Homework:**
**➡️** Check out my [\[YouTube Channel\]](https://www.youtube.com/@simplydoit1) or [[Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guided-real-estate-investing-by-simply-do-it/id1106737712)] first.
If you don’t find 15 minutes of value there, you shouldn't be in the room for two hours.
**If you do like what you hear, and you're dealing with high W-2 taxes or interest rate paralysis, then, AND ONLY THEN, should you grab a seat.**
📅 **[Thursday, March 19, 2026](https://simplydoit.net/etn/thu-3-19-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)** \| 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
*Or [Friday, March 20, 2026](https://simplydoit.net/etn/fri-3-20-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve) \| 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM*
📍 **Sunnyvale, CA** (address provided upon registration)
💰 **Cost:** $0
🎟️ **Seating:** Limited to 35 people
**[REGISTER HERE](https://simplydoit.net/etn/thu-3-19-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)**
**What You’ll Learn:**
→ How to potentially lower your W-2 tax burden (legally)
→ Methods to offset and defer capital gains taxes
→ Real estate investing with as little as 5% down
→ Partnership and support systems for solo investors
→ Passive strategies for busy professionals
→ How to navigate high-interest rates right now
**Plus Q&A session with Dani!**
### **What Makes This Event Different?**
This is **NOT**:
* A get-rich-quick scheme
* A high-pressure sales pitch
* Generic advice you can find on YouTube
* A place to buy books & tapes and expensive courses – we don't even have them to sell.
This **IS**:
* Real solutions for real problems
* Strategies specifically relevant to Silicon Valley investors
* An interactive format where YOUR questions get answered
* Practical takeaways you can implement immediately
**[REGISTRATION IS FREE!](https://simplydoit.net/etn/thu-3-19-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)**[ ](https://simplydoit.net/etn/thu-3-19-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)
Space is limited – secure your spot today.
This is the class you’ve been waiting for! The class that can guide you toward your first or next investment property.
**About Dani Beit-Or:**
Dani Beit-Or has been investing out of state for more than 20 years, helping investors acquire over 5,000 properties across 40+ U.S. metros.
After surviving and thriving after the 2008 real estate crash, Dani refined his investment approach into a repeatable, resilient system that works in both strong and challenging markets.
**[REGISTER HERE](https://simplydoit.net/etn/thu-3-19-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)**
📅 **[Thursday, March 19, 2026](https://simplydoit.net/etn/thu-3-19-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)** \| 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
*Or [Friday, March 20, 2026](https://simplydoit.net/etn/fri-3-20-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve) \| 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM*
📍 **Sunnyvale, CA** (address provided upon registration)
💰 **Cost:** $0
🎟️ **Seating:** Limited to 35 people
Meetup #19: (yet another) Hardware and IoT Cybersecurity oriented meetup
**THIS EVENT IS LOOKING FOR A HOST AFTER THE ORIGINAL HOTS BACKED OFF FROM IT ON MARCH 2025. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HOST US - LET US KNOW, AND WE WILL SET THE EVENT DATE WITH YOU, EARLIER THAN THE DATE SET NOW WHICH IS A RANDOM PLACEHOLDER.**
For reasons beyond our understanding, after setting the meetup on the 24.3 (instead of having the Kernel debugging one then) due to GM's request, and postponing it in a week due to logistics issues at the host, the meetup will be postponed/rescheduled/moved.
**We had great backup plans, but they would require me to pay to host you, and I'm done doing that (+they were in another city).**
Anyways, GM say:
"Thanks for registering to our meetup!
Unfortunately, due to an unexpected logistic issue, we will not be able to hold the event as planned.
We hope to be able to hold it at a future time and update accordingly."
**I am sorry for the inconvenience and the disappointment. Trust me I am much more disappointed than you are, and it is time for you to get your companies to sponsor our meetup group on a yearly basis, so that no meetup will ever be cancelled or rescheduled again, ever.**
I am leaving the original text in tact, because this meetup will happen at another time.
\-\-\-\-\-
**Double registration alert:**
Registration is mandatory and \*will be checked\* so please make sure you RSVP here, and in addition register in You **absolutely** have to register in this link, and **carefully** read the event guidelines there. It is **IMPORTANT** and we want you, by all means, to avoid any inconveniences (due to being lazy and not reading what I wrote **CAREFULLY**)
**IMPORTANT: you can still submit a talk** \- and we are looking forward to your lightning talks\. I gave an example of what a good lightning talk is in the Toka meetup \(that we were unfortunately forbidden from publishing online\) \. [Use the CFP](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GQ-2_A39eyiyGywbocTfQzBflUJwr0-wMVyNxeGE_g/edit#response=ACYDBNjtFK3fNq435gUsZMp8vlvQYRBtiEDDGaDPa2KpwV8pY8AcT4RmaGYFD_G172uQRUE), Luke. And please do it before March 17th. If you do it after it you will happily be considered for the next events.
More updates will come, including a MANDATORY additional registration link. Do not unsubscribe from updates - if you don't read the updates or otherwise follow our community rules, you will meet the consequences.
Everyone, including everyone **MUST** RSVP to the meetup event, and when time comes - fill the registration note. Respect your hosts!
**AGENDA**
5:30PM-6:00PM **Gathering. Networking, High Fives, Hugs (Everyone @ Embedded Israel)**
6:00PM-6:15PM **Welcome notes: About Embedded Israel, community Building - Ron Munitz (Founder @ Embedded Israel)**
6:30PM - 7:00PM **Intro to Hardware Reverse Engineering -** **Dan Peled (Cyber Security Group Manager @ GM)**
In this talk, "Intro to Hardware Reverse Engineering," we’ll cover the basics of embedded systems, printed circuit boards (PCBs), and techniques to physically access and analyze hardware.
We’ll explore common components, debug interfaces, and basic hardware defenses. By the end, attendees will have the essential skills to reverse engineer simple embedded devices and identify debug interfaces.
7:00PM - 7:10PM **Networking break**
7:10PM - 7:40PM **Hacking HiSilicon Cameras for...Necessity (and hacking several million other devices while at it)** - **Ron Munitz (CoE @ The PSCG/PSCG Holdings LTD)**
In this talk I will present the taxonomy of adding remote debugging and OTA\-ing mechanisms to a popular COTS Security Camera device I have been working on for a while\, a little while ago\. The story starts with the why and how \(Design house not very responsive on SW development features\) remote debugging capabilities had to be updated\, continues with some of the techniques used to understand the firmware structure\, resulting in a self extracting archive that adds capabilities without the vendor support\, and ends with the understanding that the same techniques can be used to take over millions of other\, very similar devices\. The main takeaway of this talk is that there is a thin line between being a Linux hacker\, and being a hacker\, but other takeaways include understanding supply chain \(and time to market\) fl\[a\|o\]ws\, common Embedded Linux filesystem structures\, "security opportunities" when working with incompetent managers who experience their first Consumer device manufacturing and shipping\, and last but not least\, how the great nation of China can help you to PwN the masses as a by product\, just because "it's there"\.
7:40PM-8:15PM: **Pwn Without Own: Hacking $100K Gas Chromatograph Without Hardware** - **Vera Mens (Vulnerability Researcher @ Claroty/Team82)**
ICS/OT research is tough without access to rare, expensive equipment. In this talk, we’ll show how we reverse-engineered a $100K Gas Chromatograph, leveraging its Ethernet capability to explore remote attack vectors. By disassembling the firmware and mapping key components, we fully emulated the device, reconstructed internal structures, and decoded proprietary protocols—all without physical access. Oh, and found a RCE vulnerability of course :)
8:15PM - Until we are kicked out **Community Building / Lightning Talks / Networking**
We are looking forward to seeing you, and having more people participate. As (almost) always, if you have something great to talk about - I am happy to "give up my spot" for you. **And by all means, submit talks. Submit Lightning talks. Participate. Share the word. Have your organization sponsor the community - we are planning awesome things, and we want to always keep objective!**
Last words: Everyone, including everyone registers. No one unsubscribes from updates. Please don't test us.
See you soon!
Social and Cultural Outings Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Fluent's Language Exchange Event
Join the Fluent community for a night of language, culture, and connection!
Practice over 12 languages with native speakers in a fun, multicultural atmosphere—plus enjoy drinks and meet people from all over the world! 🗣️🍻🎊
🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹
🎟️ Discounted Ticket Prices:
Available online until 15:00 on the day of the event:
Ticket + soft drink – 60 NIS
Ticket + beer/glass of wine – 70 NIS
[Get your ticket here](https://www.fluent.community/fluent-events/language-exchange-2103)
🚪At the door (or on website after 15:00 on day of event):
Ticket + soft drink – 65 NIS
Ticket + beer/glass of wine – 75 NIS
🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹
🎫 Want to become an Ultimate Fluenter?
Pay less for every event and join our exclusive circle of loyal members by getting a Frequent Fluent Card!
[Get a Frequent Fluent Card](https://events.fluent.community/credits-store/) 🎫
10-entry card – 420 NIS
5-entry card – 240 NIS
Drinks not included, but cardholders get discounted drink tickets at the entrance!
🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹🔹
✨ Want to join for free? Become an Ambassador!
Ambassadors help others practice their native language for the first half of the evening, and then enjoy practicing other languages during the second half. It’s a great way to give and get value—and attend for free! 😃
Philosophy Group Meeting -- Hebrew
Join us in the search for the true, the good and the beautiful.
Each meet is in one of two formats: a shared reading and open discussion of philosophical texts, or a continuing series of lectures based on the reading of a fascinating book of philosophy. Both formats are in Hebrew, with some reading of English texts, assisted whenever needed.
We meet weekly Friday on 80 Rokach Boulevard, Tel Aviv, at the gardens of the Council for a Beautiful Israel.
Welcome anyone interested in understanding life more deeply, regardless of age or prior knowledge. The love of wisdom is enough.
Please join our WhatsApp group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/JeAa2uRNTlF0rdrVTLzUC0?mode=wwt
Note: there's always enough sitting room, but some of it is on the grass or a mat on the floor. If you want to guarantee yourself a chair, please bring one with you.
Sapere Aude! (Kant's Motto: Dare to Think!)
Founders Running Club :: Tel Aviv
**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome.
Join locall Tel-Aviv chat with all news and updates https://chat.whatsapp.com/IWWgu9DznjzLvMe8p6cVCu?mode=ac_t
For any questions pleae contact Tel-Aviv city leaders:
Lev +972 55-7704496
Ilia +972535007183
Nastya +972533838320
Dan +972537162316
More about FRC global:
🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
🌍 Now in 35+ cities
📅 Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)
**Stay updated**:
Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/)
LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/)
Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/)
Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC)
Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)
Shut Up & Write!® at Beit Ariela
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area.
When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session.
Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries!
**A note about the format**
We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing.
For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com).
**Other Important Details:**
WiFi name/password: TBD
Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.
סדנת טוי האקינג - שיבוש צעצועים
בסדנה ננתח, נפרק ונרכיב מחדש צעצועים, נכיר את המנגנונים האלקטרוניים והמכאניים המאפשרים לצעצועים לפעול ונרשה לעצמנו ליצור מהם ייצורים מופלאים ביצירה חופשית. תוך כדי התהליך נלמד קצת אלקטרוניקה ומכאניקה ונחגוג יצירתיות, אלתור ושעשוע! תוצר: צעצוע אישי, חדש, יצירתי, חד פעמי ומפתיע!
**אז במקום לטפס על הקירות בבית, בואו לשבש איתנו צעצועים, להתאוורר וליצור!**
**במייקלאב יש שני מרחבים מוגנים (ממ״ד), אפשר להיות רגועים :)**
הסדנה מיועדת למבוגרים, נוער (14+) או מבוגר/ת וילד/ה (10-14).
עלות: ₪190 ליחיד/ה, ₪270 לזוג
(לתושבי יהוד: ₪140 ליחיד/ה, ₪230 לזוג)
📆 🔗 לפרטים והרשמה: https://link.makelab.org.il/toy-hacking
March 20 ~ What’s Your Problem? 10+ Financial Challenges Real Estate Can Solve
## **I’m Hosting an In-Person Event In Sunnyvale**
## **… But I'm not inviting you… yet.**
**➡️ There's a catch - BEFORE you click the registration link, I have a requirement.**
Most people attend real estate seminars, take notes, and do nothing. I don’t want that for this room. Before you take one of my 35 seats, I need you to verify that my teaching style and strategies actually align with your goals.
## **Your Homework:**
**➡️** Check out my [\[YouTube Channel\]](https://www.youtube.com/@simplydoit1) or [[Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guided-real-estate-investing-by-simply-do-it/id1106737712)] first.
If you don’t find 15 minutes of value there, you shouldn't be in the room for two hours.
**If you do like what you hear, and you're dealing with high W-2 taxes or interest rate paralysis, then, AND ONLY THEN, should you grab a seat.**
📅 **[Friday, March 20, 2026](https://simplydoit.net/etn/fri-3-20-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve) \| 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM**
Or ***[Thursday, March 19, 2026](https://simplydoit.net/etn/thu-3-19-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)*** *\| **6:30 PM – 8:30 PM***
📍 **Sunnyvale, CA** (address provided upon registration)
💰 **Cost:** $0
🎟️ **Seating:** Limited to 35 people
**[REGISTER HERE](https://simplydoit.net/etn/fri-3-20-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)**
**What You’ll Learn:**
→ How to potentially lower your W-2 tax burden (legally)
→ Methods to offset and defer capital gains taxes
→ Real estate investing with as little as 5% down
→ Partnership and support systems for solo investors
→ Passive strategies for busy professionals
→ How to navigate high-interest rates right now
**Plus Q&A session with Dani!**
### **What Makes This Event Different?**
**This is NOT:**
* A get-rich-quick scheme
* A high-pressure sales pitch
* Generic advice you can find on YouTube
* A place to buy books & tapes and expensive courses – we don't even have them to sell.
**This IS:**
* Real solutions for real problems
* Strategies specifically relevant to Silicon Valley investors
* An interactive format where YOUR questions get answered
* Practical takeaways you can implement immediately
**[REGISTRATION IS FREE!](https://simplydoit.net/etn/fri-3-20-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)**[ ](https://simplydoit.net/etn/fri-3-20-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)
Space is limited – secure your spot today.
This is the class you’ve been waiting for! The class that can guide you toward your first or next investment property.
**About Dani Beit-Or:**
Dani Beit-Or has been investing out of state for more than 20 years, helping investors acquire over 5,000 properties across 40+ U.S. metros.
After surviving and thriving after the 2008 real estate crash, Dani refined his investment approach into a repeatable, resilient system that works in both strong and challenging markets.
**[REGISTER HERE](https://simplydoit.net/etn/fri-3-20-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)**
📅 **[Friday, March 20, 2026](https://simplydoit.net/etn/fri-3-20-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve) \| 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM**
Or ***[Thursday, March 19, 2026](https://simplydoit.net/etn/thu-3-19-whats-your-problem-10-financial-challenges-real-estate-can-solve)*** *\| **6:30 PM – 8:30 PM***
📍 **Sunnyvale, CA** (address provided upon registration)
💰 **Cost:** $0
🎟️ **Seating:** Limited to 35 people
Meetup #19: (yet another) Hardware and IoT Cybersecurity oriented meetup
**THIS EVENT IS LOOKING FOR A HOST AFTER THE ORIGINAL HOTS BACKED OFF FROM IT ON MARCH 2025. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HOST US - LET US KNOW, AND WE WILL SET THE EVENT DATE WITH YOU, EARLIER THAN THE DATE SET NOW WHICH IS A RANDOM PLACEHOLDER.**
For reasons beyond our understanding, after setting the meetup on the 24.3 (instead of having the Kernel debugging one then) due to GM's request, and postponing it in a week due to logistics issues at the host, the meetup will be postponed/rescheduled/moved.
**We had great backup plans, but they would require me to pay to host you, and I'm done doing that (+they were in another city).**
Anyways, GM say:
"Thanks for registering to our meetup!
Unfortunately, due to an unexpected logistic issue, we will not be able to hold the event as planned.
We hope to be able to hold it at a future time and update accordingly."
**I am sorry for the inconvenience and the disappointment. Trust me I am much more disappointed than you are, and it is time for you to get your companies to sponsor our meetup group on a yearly basis, so that no meetup will ever be cancelled or rescheduled again, ever.**
I am leaving the original text in tact, because this meetup will happen at another time.
\-\-\-\-\-
**Double registration alert:**
Registration is mandatory and \*will be checked\* so please make sure you RSVP here, and in addition register in You **absolutely** have to register in this link, and **carefully** read the event guidelines there. It is **IMPORTANT** and we want you, by all means, to avoid any inconveniences (due to being lazy and not reading what I wrote **CAREFULLY**)
**IMPORTANT: you can still submit a talk** \- and we are looking forward to your lightning talks\. I gave an example of what a good lightning talk is in the Toka meetup \(that we were unfortunately forbidden from publishing online\) \. [Use the CFP](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GQ-2_A39eyiyGywbocTfQzBflUJwr0-wMVyNxeGE_g/edit#response=ACYDBNjtFK3fNq435gUsZMp8vlvQYRBtiEDDGaDPa2KpwV8pY8AcT4RmaGYFD_G172uQRUE), Luke. And please do it before March 17th. If you do it after it you will happily be considered for the next events.
More updates will come, including a MANDATORY additional registration link. Do not unsubscribe from updates - if you don't read the updates or otherwise follow our community rules, you will meet the consequences.
Everyone, including everyone **MUST** RSVP to the meetup event, and when time comes - fill the registration note. Respect your hosts!
**AGENDA**
5:30PM-6:00PM **Gathering. Networking, High Fives, Hugs (Everyone @ Embedded Israel)**
6:00PM-6:15PM **Welcome notes: About Embedded Israel, community Building - Ron Munitz (Founder @ Embedded Israel)**
6:30PM - 7:00PM **Intro to Hardware Reverse Engineering -** **Dan Peled (Cyber Security Group Manager @ GM)**
In this talk, "Intro to Hardware Reverse Engineering," we’ll cover the basics of embedded systems, printed circuit boards (PCBs), and techniques to physically access and analyze hardware.
We’ll explore common components, debug interfaces, and basic hardware defenses. By the end, attendees will have the essential skills to reverse engineer simple embedded devices and identify debug interfaces.
7:00PM - 7:10PM **Networking break**
7:10PM - 7:40PM **Hacking HiSilicon Cameras for...Necessity (and hacking several million other devices while at it)** - **Ron Munitz (CoE @ The PSCG/PSCG Holdings LTD)**
In this talk I will present the taxonomy of adding remote debugging and OTA\-ing mechanisms to a popular COTS Security Camera device I have been working on for a while\, a little while ago\. The story starts with the why and how \(Design house not very responsive on SW development features\) remote debugging capabilities had to be updated\, continues with some of the techniques used to understand the firmware structure\, resulting in a self extracting archive that adds capabilities without the vendor support\, and ends with the understanding that the same techniques can be used to take over millions of other\, very similar devices\. The main takeaway of this talk is that there is a thin line between being a Linux hacker\, and being a hacker\, but other takeaways include understanding supply chain \(and time to market\) fl\[a\|o\]ws\, common Embedded Linux filesystem structures\, "security opportunities" when working with incompetent managers who experience their first Consumer device manufacturing and shipping\, and last but not least\, how the great nation of China can help you to PwN the masses as a by product\, just because "it's there"\.
7:40PM-8:15PM: **Pwn Without Own: Hacking $100K Gas Chromatograph Without Hardware** - **Vera Mens (Vulnerability Researcher @ Claroty/Team82)**
ICS/OT research is tough without access to rare, expensive equipment. In this talk, we’ll show how we reverse-engineered a $100K Gas Chromatograph, leveraging its Ethernet capability to explore remote attack vectors. By disassembling the firmware and mapping key components, we fully emulated the device, reconstructed internal structures, and decoded proprietary protocols—all without physical access. Oh, and found a RCE vulnerability of course :)
8:15PM - Until we are kicked out **Community Building / Lightning Talks / Networking**
We are looking forward to seeing you, and having more people participate. As (almost) always, if you have something great to talk about - I am happy to "give up my spot" for you. **And by all means, submit talks. Submit Lightning talks. Participate. Share the word. Have your organization sponsor the community - we are planning awesome things, and we want to always keep objective!**
Last words: Everyone, including everyone registers. No one unsubscribes from updates. Please don't test us.
See you soon!
Social and Cultural Outings Events Near You
Connect with your local Social and Cultural Outings community
Trails & Ales! Slate Run Metro Park / Loose Rail Brewing
**History**
[Slate Run Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/slate-run/), located south of Canal Winchester in Pickaway County, has roots tracing back to the early planning efforts of the Columbus and Franklin County Metropolitan Park District. In 1963, Metro Parks officials identified the land along Slate Run as having strong potential for a large metropolitan park due to its expansive acreage, diverse habitats, and natural features like the stream that gave the area its name. The largest stream in the vicinity, Slate Run, flows south to northwest through a ridge, providing a logical basis for the park's designation. Between 1964 and 1968, Metro Parks acquired approximately 1,662 acres through multiple parcels, including a key 212-acre farmstead that had been continuously operated since 1805. This acquisition phase positioned Slate Run as a future major addition to the system, following the openings of other parks like Sharon Woods in 1968 and Highbanks in 1973.
The park officially opened to the public in 1981, marking it as the sixth Metro Park in the district and, at the time, the largest with its substantial land holdings. From the outset, Metro Parks envisioned incorporating a living historical farm to educate visitors about 19th-century Ohio agriculture. The focal 212-acre parcel, purchased from the White family heirs in 1964, included historic structures that made it ideal for this purpose. The park's development preserved natural areas such as grasslands, wetlands, meadows, and forests while integrating interpretive elements. Upon opening, Slate Run quickly became a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Central to the park's identity is the Slate Run Living Historical Farm, which interprets life on a typical Ohio farm in the 1880s. The gothic revival farmhouse on the site was constructed in 1856 by owner Isaac Fridley and later restored by Metro Parks for historical accuracy. Visitors can explore interiors like the living room, parlor, and kitchen, where interpreters demonstrate period activities. The multi-bay barn, built in 1881 by Samuel Oman (the fourth owner), was meticulously restored with help from Amish carpenters. Heirloom animals such as Percheron horses, pigs, geese, and turkeys inhabit the farm, enhancing the immersive experience.
The historical farmstead reflects a long lineage of ownership and agricultural use dating back to the early 19th century. Continuous farming on the land since 1805 made the site authentic for recreating late-19th-century practices, including grain harvesting and animal husbandry. Metro Parks focused on authenticity by restoring original buildings and introducing period-appropriate methods, such as horse-powered threshing machines from the late 1880s. The farm operates with volunteers and staff in period attire to portray daily rural life. This educational component has drawn school groups and families for decades.
Today, Slate Run Metro Park spans about 1,705 acres and attracts roughly 250,000 visitors annually for its blend of natural preservation and historical interpretation. The park maintains diverse habitats supporting wildlife like nesting sandhill cranes and reintroduced northern bobwhite quail. Trails and open spaces offer opportunities for hiking and observation amid the preserved landscapes. The Living Historical Farm remains a crown jewel, continuing to teach about Ohio's agricultural heritage. Ongoing programs and restorations ensure the site's relevance for future generations.
**Map of the Park**
Here is a [map of Slate Run](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/SLR-parkmap@2x.gif).
**Summary**
For this event, we will hike the Five Oaks, Sugar Maple, Covered Bridge, Shagbark, and Lake Trails. This will be around 4.5 to 5 miles. While Slate Run is moderately strenuous in a few places, it's generally a good place to hike and doesn't seem to wear people out. Some spots on the hike are unshaded, though, so be prepared for the possibility of some sun.
I find Slate Run to be very underappreciated for the quality of its hiking.
**Where We'll Meet**
We'll meet at the [Shady Grove Picnic Area](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B045'30.1%22N+82%C2%B050'13.2%22W/@39.758347,-82.83701,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d39.758347!4d-82.83701?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDIxMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). You can use the map pin I've provided here; it's accurate. There's a latrine at Shady Grove, but there is no running water (no water fountains). We will pass a water fountain when we get to the Buzzard's Roost Picnic Area, although I can't guarantee this fountain won't be off for the winter. I'd recommend bringing some water just in case, at least for after the hike.
I'd also recommend [hiking shoes](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D972KN3W) for this park.
**After the Hike**
Once we're finished at Slate Run, we'll head over to [Loose Rail Brewing](https://looserailbrewing.com/) for [drinks](https://looserailbrewing.com/canal-winchester-canal-winchester-loose-rail-brewing-drink-menu) and [food](https://looserailbrewing.com/canal-winchester-canal-winchester-loose-rail-brewing-food-menu). The brewery's actual address is [37 W Waterloo St, Canal Winchester, OH 43110](https://www.google.com/maps/place/37+W+Waterloo+St,+Canal+Winchester,+OH+43110/@39.8432511,-82.8071032,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88387be3ac496d83:0x23e8ee9d9391dd6b!8m2!3d39.8432511!4d-82.8071032!16s%2Fg%2F11cp8n8x1j?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDIxMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D), and it's about 10-12 minutes from Slate Run. We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.
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