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Château de La Hulpe Hike (17km)
### Escape the city. Slow down. Walk together.
## 🌿 Experience Overview
Join us for a relaxed community walk from Boitsfort into the heart of the Sonian Forest, ending at the beautiful Château de La Hulpe.
This is a simple idea: fresh air, nature, and good people.
No pressure — just an afternoon to disconnect from the city and reconnect with others.
Because at the end of the day, people join for connection just as much as the activity .
## 🌍 Event Type
**🌍 Community Event**
## ✨ Highlights
- Walk through the historic Boitsfort hippodrome & ponds
- Explore the peaceful Sonian Forest “beech cathedral”
- Pass through the Groenendael Arboretum
- Arrive at the stunning Château de La Hulpe
- Friendly, social atmosphere — solo joiners welcome
## 🗺️ Plan / Itinerary
**13:00** – Meet at Boitsfort tram stop (Tram 8)
**13:10** – Departure (we leave on time)
**Afternoon** – Walk through forest & nature trails
**~18:00 **– Arrival at La Hulpe train station
## 📍 Meeting Point
Just outside** Boitsfort Tram 8 station**
## 💰 Price / Contribution
- This is a** members-only event**
- No additional participation fee
## 🧭 Membership (Required)
To join this walk, an active Sunday Vacations membership is required:
- Explorer – €5/year
- Voyager – €50/year
- Ambassador – €150/year
Your membership supports the community and helps us organise more experiences like this.
Join here: [https://www.sundayvacations.com/category/all-products](https://www.sundayvacations.com/category/all-products)
## 👥 Who This Is For
- Expats & locals in Brussels
- People who enjoy long walks in nature
- Solo joiners looking for a social outdoor activity
- Anyone needing a break from routine
## 🎒 What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water
- Layers (it can get cooler in the forest)
- Rain jacket (just in case)
## ⚠️ Important Notes
- Distance: ~17 km
- Duration:~ 4.5 hours
- Pace: Casual to moderate (group stays together)
- Please RSVP only if you plan to attend
- Update your RSVP if your plans change
- We won’t wait after departure time
## 🚇 Getting Home
The walk ends at** La Hulpe train station **with easy connections back to Brussels.
## ⚖️ Legal Disclaimer
Sunday Vacations (UJAMAA ASBL) acts as a** community organiser**, not a travel agency.
Participants join at their own responsibility and manage their own transport and personal needs.
This is a** non-commercial community activity **without professional guiding services.
VAT not applicable – small business exemption scheme, Article 56bis Belgian VAT Code.
## 👉 Call to Action
Become a member, join the walk, and spend your Sunday differently 🌿
Climb & Chill 🧗♂️☕️
What's up Friends! 👋
Ready for some bouldering fun? Boulder-what? 🤔 It’s climbing (FR: escalade, le bloc) up to 4.5m high without ropes—and in my case, without much hope! 😂✨
It’s a super fun indoor activity, but be warned: it does require a certain level of physical fitness and/or skill. Most importantly, though, it requires awesome company—which we’ve got! 😎
The Idea:
📍 Meeting Point: For those arriving at 17:00, we’ll meet at the cafeteria (next to the billiards table).
Feel free to start earlier or later—just drop me a message or write in the group chat so we can meet up.
💪 Stay & climb as long as you want - venue closes at midnight!
🥤 Recharge: If you’ve had enough climbing for the day (we usually do this after 2 hours of climbing), we may head back to the cafeteria (or to the rooftop if it's sunny🌤️) for snacks, drinks & games. Cafeteria closes at 22:00.
Where:
📍Arkose: (Brussels Canal)
Rue Willy de Bruyn Straat 52, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgique
🔗 https://arkose.com/
Fees:
🤑Entry fee without shoes:
- 18 eur (first-timers 10€ with online promo activated)
- reduced rates: students, minors, job seekers, firefighters, military (proof required)
👟 Shoe Rental: 5€ (if you don’t have your own)
🎫 10-session pass: 150€
Good to Know:
✍️ First-timers need to create an account (takes 5min) - do it in advance and pay online to pay less and avoid wasting time onsite
💦 Hydration is key! Bring a water bottle.
🔐 Lockers available, but bring your own padlock.
🚿 Changing rooms & showers on-site.
👕 Wear comfy sports clothes—it gets intense!
🧴 Only liquid magnesium is allowed (for grip) - in reality most people use powder🤫
👟 Thinking of going regularly? Bouldering shoes are a great investment! (Decathlon: ~45-65€ per pair.)
⚠️ Safety First!
Bouldering is fun, but safety comes first! Stay alert, know your limits, and don’t take unnecessary risks. Enjoy responsibly! 💪
📢 Further details may be shared via the group chat or via DM 💬. Make sure to check your messages 👀 at least on the day before the event to avoid missing critical 🙄 announcements.
🐈⬛ The Friends Code:
👉Respect and positive vibes, if not 💥🥊
👉Can’t make it? Cancel or drop a message in the chat - helps running things smoothly!
👉 Don't show up if you are on the waiting list or show up at your own risk.
See you at the walls folks😉
Functional Movement & Yoga at Merci Studio & Optional Coffee - St Gilles
Functional Movement & Yoga at Merci Studio on Place Dillens
(please register in advance at [www.popupyogaconcepts.be/schedule](http://www.popupyogaconcepts.be/schedule))
A practise linking functional movement with functional movement & breathwork.
This practise emphasises posture correction, spine health & breathing properly even when challenged in key poses and during movement.
This class is held in a close community giving the chance for people to meet others in a context of calm and wellbeing. We also go for a chai/coffee in the area after class, however this is not mandatory.
The location is hosted at Merci Studio in St Gilles (near the parvis) . Everyone is welcome as long as you have a kind and open hearted spirit :-)
Address
Merci Studio (4th floor)
Julien Dillensplein 1
1060 St Gilles
Drop in Rate 20 euros
A sad and beautiful world
Dir*: Cyril Aris. Lebanon/USA/Germany/Saudi Arabia/Qatar. 2025. 109mins*
A couple are constantly buffeted between hope and heartbreak in *A Sad And Beautiful World,* Cyril Aris’s first fiction feature which follows the lovers over three decades as they navigate the legacy of past lives and a Lebanon marked by civil-war. The result is an appealing, soulful romance with a considerable emotional tug, which now plays Red Sea competition following a premiere at Venice (where it shared the People’s Choice award with Vladlena Sandu’s Memory) and extensive festival play. It has also been selected as Lebanon’s official Oscar submission.
https://www.screendaily.com/reviews/a-sad-and-beautiful-world-review-lebanons-oscar-hopeful-is-appealing-soulful-romance/5211721.article
Saturday Morning Coffee, 10:00 @Château Modern
Hi everyone,
This coffee morning event is @ **Château Moderne**, on Saturday, is 2 May 2026, from 10:00 - 13:00.
**Château Moderne will be changing its name to Radio Moderne! On Instagram they have already done that.**
1. The **prime time** of the event is **10:30 - 12:30**. That's when most people will be there.
2. When you enter the place, you will see a long table that is set up for the event.
3. If you intend **to join past 12:00** (high noon), then there is no need to register. Just come and join!
4. **DON'T forget to cancel** if you can't join!
5. **Please, be respectful towards each other during the event. (And after ;))**
**As always, feel free to follow us on INSTAGRAM!**
https://instagram.com/weekendmorningcoffee?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
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**THE STRUCTURE of THE EVENT:**
* I post the event on Saturday/Sunday for the following Saturday.
* I send out a reminder as an email or a comment on the event page on Thursday/Friday.
* There is sometimes a waiting list.
* **For everyone on the waiting,** please check your status and messages on Friday evening the latest. I message everyone on the waiting list on Friday.
* **Please, move to "not going" AS SOON AS you know that you can't come anymore, that includes everyone who is on the waiting list.**
**IMPORTANT:**
* When you register yourself, be careful not to register accidentally a +1 guest (unless you bring a guest). It happens very often.
* If you have any questions then, message me.
***
**A MESSAGE FOR NEWCOMERS:**
*In the first three years of hosting this coffee group, I have met many people who struggle with anxieties when coming to an event for the first time. Sometimes, it took them more than one attempt before being able to join.*
*Occasionally, people reach out to me before the event, and I have always been grateful for that as it offers the opportunity to communicate with each other and to find the best and most gentle way for that person to join the group.*
*I would like to encourage everyone who struggles with this to contact me before. It would really be too bad if you can't join us, as it mostly gets better the second or third time you come.*
*In addition to that, if you arrive and notice any signs of nervousness or fear, you can always let me know right then.*
**THANK YOU AND SEE YOU ALL ON SATURDAY!**
**LOCATION:**
Château Moderne
Mont des Arts 1
1000 Bruxelles
FLASHDANCE 80s 90s - SAT 02.05 - SOIREE RENCONTRES XXL / MADAME MOUSTACHE BXL
BRUSSELS MAIS EVENT – INTERNATIONAL PARTY
**[FLASHDANCE 80s 90s - SAMEDI 02.05- GRANDE SOIREE RENCONTRES XXL / MADAME MOUSTACHE BXL x CŒUR À CŒUR](https://fb.me/e/bLQs6qeVB)**
**FLASHDANCE – EDITION 3 – SPECIAL COLORED WRISTBANDS**
Flash sale: [https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/15930](https://www.partyfinder.com/en/event/15930)
Facebook: [https://fb.me/e/bLQs6qeVB](https://fb.me/e/bLQs6qeVB)
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**THE NUMBER 1 SINGLES PARTY IN BELGIUM 🎉**
On Saturday, MAY 02ND, 2026, we are delighted to invite you to discover one of Brussels’ most legendary clubs: Madame Moustache. Located next to Place Sainte-Catherine at 5–7 Quai au Bois à Brûler, 1000 Brussels.
The musical theme of the night will highlight the 80s, 90s, and 2000s.
We will make sure you have an unforgettable night thanks to the colored wristband concept. Each participant will receive a wristband indicating their mindset: not interested, maybe, interested, very interested…
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📅 Saturday, May 02
🕙 From 10:00 PM
📍 Madame Moustache
5–7 Quai au Bois à Brûler, 1000 Brussels
✨ **PROGRAM** ✨
💃 DJ set – Disco, 80’s, 90’s & 2000’s
👗 Dress code: Urban Chic
🤝 Meetups, connections and fun guaranteed
Immerse yourself in the retro and spectacular world of Madame Moustache, a unique venue blending cabaret, circus, funfair, and curiosity cabinet, recognized as one of Brussels’ dance temples 🔥
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🎟 **EXCLUSIVE FLASH SALE**
➡️ €5 / €10 PRE-SALE ONLINE
🎫 Discounted pre-sale tickets available via PARTYFINDER
🔔 Or pay at the door
💫 Come dance, meet people, and enjoy a unique experience with Cœur à Cœur.
One night, encounters, emotions…
Let the party continue
***
📍 Madame Moustache
5–7 Quai au Bois à Brûler, 1000 Brussels
Access Bars or Reiki at the Commons Hub (30min or 1h session)
**Experience Deep Relaxation & Mental Clarity with Access Bars®**
Imagine letting go of stress, overthinking, and emotional blocks—effortlessly. Access Bars® is a gentle, hands-on technique that activates 32 points on your head, helping to release stored thoughts, beliefs, and tension, leaving you feeling lighter, clearer, and more at ease.
**Reiki** is a gentle, non-invasive practice that supports deep relaxation, nervous system regulation, and energetic rebalancing. It can help release stress, quiet mental overload, and restore a greater sense of clarity and ease.
Your Session
️ Duration: 30min or 60min in total
In-Person Only – Feel the full benefits in a calm and welcoming space.
Investment in Your Well-being:
30-min session: 25 EUR or 2 Common Hub Tokens (2 CHT)
60-min session: 50 EUR or 4 Common Hub Tokens (4 CHT)
Book your session now and give yourself the gift of relaxation, clarity, and renewed energy! ✨
Booking: [https://koalendar.com/e/access-bars-CHB](https://koalendar.com/e/access-bars-CHB)
If you are interested in a session in another time slot, send me a private message and we can book it.
**About Your Host:**
This experience is guided by Mara [Regina](https://linktr.ee/reginadgaia) D'Gaia, holistic therapist and access bars practitioner.
Contact: [integractiveconnections@gmail.com](http://integractiveconnections@gmail.com)
https://livingbloom.life
Follow on Instagram: [@reginadgaia](http://www.instagram.com/reginadgaia)
Walking Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Terlanen /Brabant nature park 10km loop walk
Hi WW's,
This Sunday we shall repeat the walk from February . The walk will be about 10km . The walk may be modified depending on the weather.
We will meet in front of Sint Michielskerk and walk into the Brabant nature area and along the Dijle Valley.
The walk should look like :
https://mapy.com/s/juceperofe
We plan to leave on time. If you are late , then please follow the map to catch us up.
You should wear good walking clothing and shoes plus drinks/snacks to keep you going.
Afterwards we will go to an interesting little pub on the Bollestraat. 't Kleine Verzet. http://www.tkleinverzet.vlaanderen/
If you have any questions , you can contact me on 0472 613 518.
See you on Sunday. Rory .
Spirit Walk - Oud-Heverlee (13,4km) - Glorious hills and fish watching
Spirit Walks are unique nature hikes meant to lift up anyone's spirit, in a friendly, meaningful and even partially therapeutic way. It's usually a lot of fun, since we value authentic connection, share a healthy lunch, keep a positive/dynamic mindset, while maintaining safe, vulnerable space for whatever wants to come in the moment.
We value an adventurous spirit, creativity, deep connection and authenticity. In a spontaneous way, it could happen that we stop and learn about a medicinal plant, do a somatic (stretch) exercise, do a silent meditation, an authentic relating game or a creative expression, all with the goal of coming back to ourselves, reconnect with others and get absorbed by the wonderful and powerful healing aspects of our surrounding nature.
As a experienced trauma- and burn-out therapist, Ken knows very well how to create a feel-good, nurturing and healing atmosphere in a natural, unassuming way. It can bring back joy and energy in someone's life. You'll never feel alone.
For this particular hike, we will experience the wonderful nature reserve the 'Doode Beemde' and its beautiful surroundings, starting and coming back at Oud-Heverlee station. It's nto a very difficult hike, nothing to stress about, it's around 13km.
There's a few communication guidelines to keep in the back of your minds during our hikes:
This is supposed to be inclusive, fun & a bit adventurous. We love some deep talks, but try to avoid any polarizing topics, gossip and complaining. Be respectful to each others' viewpoints and try not to judge too openly.
We should be able to get back at the station around 16h45h approx. I'm personally going by car, if others of you have space in their car, please propose your free seats in the comment section of this hike.
You're responsible for your own safety and well-being down the road. In case something happens (you get lost, you can't proceed,...), we will do our common best to find a solution, but don't expect the whole group to become dependent.
Take care and see you soon!
Ken
Ostend: a day by the sea 🌊⛱️🌞
Join Brussels Urban Explorers for a relaxed day trip to Ostend 😁
The idea is simple: spend time together, explore the city, walk by the sea, discover nice places, have a drink, and connect with like-minded people 🍹
This is not a formal tour or a strict sightseeing plan. It is a social day out with good conversations, good vibes, and the freedom to enjoy the moment together.
**We will take the train on Sunday, 3 May, from Brussels Central Station at 09:50.**
Everyone is welcome, especially people who enjoy discovering new places, meeting new friends, and sharing simple adventures.Join Brussels Urban Explorers for a relaxed day trip to Ostend.
🏁 20km Brussels Training – After Work Runs (All Levels 🟠🟣🟢)
🏃♂️ Sunday Vacations | Train Together, Finish Together
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Thinking about joining the **20km of Brussels on May 31st**… but don’t want to train alone?
👉 Join our **after-work training group** and prepare together in a fun, social, and motivating atmosphere.
Whether you're a beginner or already running regularly — **you’re welcome.**
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## 📆 Weekly Runs (April → May)
We train **twice a week after work**:
### 🔵 Once per week – Easy Social Run
👉 Perfect to build consistency and meet the group
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### 🟣 Once per week – Long Run (Main Session)
* Distance increases every week
* Structured pace groups
👉 This is the **key session** to prepare for the 20km
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## 🏳️ Follow Your Flag (Pace Groups)
To keep things simple, we use the official **20km Brussels pacemaker system**:
* 🟠 **Beginner (≈ 2h15)**
Run/walk friendly — just aim to finish
* 🟣 **Steady (≈ 2h00)**
Comfortable and regular pace
* 🟢 **Intermediate (≈ 1h45)**
Faster group for those who want a challenge
👉 Not sure? Start easy — you can switch anytime.
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## 📊 Long Run Progression
We gradually build up to the race:
6 km → 8 km → 10 km → 12 km → 14 km → 16 km → 18 km 🔥
* lighter week before the race
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## 🏁 Goal
📅 Sunday 31 May 2026
🎯 Run the 20km of Brussels — together
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## 💡 What to expect
* Friendly, international group 🌍
* No one left behind
* Natural pace groups
* Motivating and social vibe
👉 We start together, run in groups, and finish together.
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## ☕ After the run
Optional drink or snack —
because it’s also about **meeting people and having fun**
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## ⚠️ Practical info
* Bring water
* Wear proper running shoes
* Join at your own responsibility
* Beginners welcome
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## 🌍 About Sunday Vacations
We are a **Brussels-based community** organizing social activities, hikes, and trips.
👉 This training is part of our mission:
**bringing people together through shared experiences**
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## 🔗 Participation
To join, a **Sunday Vacations membership** is required:
* Explorer (€5/year) → + €5 organizing fee
* Voyager (€50/year) → no organizing fee
* Ambassador (€150/year) → no organizing fee + perks
👉 Details: [www.sundayvacations.com/membership](http://www.sundayvacations.com/membership)
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🔥 Don’t train alone — join us and enjoy the journey to the 20km!
Prep Run #4! (the Grand Finale: The Home Stretch & the Breakaway - 16k)
The energy is electric! Following our double-climb session on the Avenue de Tervuren, we are officially entering the final stretch of our preparation. It’s time for our fourth and final preview run—the dress rehearsal before the big day.
For this session, we are stepping up the distance to **16km**. This route is all about rhythm and mental toughness as we cover the iconic closing stretch of the Brussels 20k course, from the lush greenery of Bois de la Cambre all the way to the triumphal arches of Parc du Cinquantenaire.
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### The Details
* **Meeting Point:** Right in front of **Muski Comics Cafe** (near Rond-point Schuman).
* **When:** Sunday, May 3rd at 09:45 AM.
* **The Route:** A 16km point-to-point style loop focusing on the final 75% of the official course, including the forest paths and that legendary home stretch.
* **Bag Drop:** Available.
* **The "Cuppa":** We’ll reconvene at Muski Comics Cafe post-run to swap stories, talk strategy, and refuel.
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### The Pace: Social Start, Strong Finish
We are trying something a little different this time to simulate race-day adrenaline.
1. **The Build-up:** From the start through Bois de la Cambre and the surrounding neighborhoods, we will maintain our **"steady and social" pace of 6:00–6:15 min/km**.
2. **The Release:** Once we hit the base of the **Avenue de Tervuren uphill**, the "social" rules are off! Participants are no longer tied to the group pace. You are invited to **open your feet** and tackle the climb and the final sprint to the finish line at your own target race pace.
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### Pro Tip: Visualizing the Finish
> "When you hit Tervuren this time, visualize the crowds and the finish line arches. Use the first 12km to find your flow, then use the final 4km to test your lungs and your heart. This is where the race is won!"
Let’s bring that final-boss energy and conquer the home stretch together. See you at Muski Comics Cafe for the ultimate warm-up!
**The Brussels Runners Team**
SUNDAY Coffee Morning - 10:00 @Café de Voyageurs
Hi everyone,
This coffee morning event is @ Café de Voyageurs!
Sunday, 3 May 2026, from 10:00 - 12:30.
It's limited to 25 attendees.
Therefore, please, cancel if you can't join anymore.
Café de Voyageurs opened its doors about 10 months ago. Dalila, the owner, is one of the most friendly hosts that I have met in Brussels in the past 5 years. She has given her café an African feeling & atmosphere as she is Algerian herself.
The Instagram channel:
https://www.instagram.com/cafe.des.voyageurs/
**The address is:**
Café de Voyageurs
274 Chaussee de Wavre
1050 Ixelles
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1. The **prime time** of the event is **10:30 - 12:30**. That's when most people will be there.
2. When you enter the gallery, it's either on the right-hand side or left-hand side of its hallway, depending which entrance you take.
3. If you intend **to join past 12:00** (high noon), then there is no need to register. Just come and join!
4. **DON'T forget to cancel** if you can't join!
5. **Please, be respectful towards each other during the event. (And after ;))**
**As always, feel free to follow us on INSTAGRAM!**
[https://instagram.com/weekendmorningcoffee?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==](https://instagram.com/weekendmorningcoffee?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==)
**THE STRUCTURE of THE EVENT:**
* I will post the event on Saturday/Sunday evening for the following Saturday.
* I send out a reminder to everyone on Friday.
* There is sometimes a waiting list.
* In case RSVP is closed (once there are 10-15 people on the waiting list), I might reopen it on Friday, depending on the number of cancellations in the meantime.
* **For everyone on the waiting,** please check your status and messages on Friday evening the latest. I message everyone on the waiting list on Friday.
* **Please, move to "not going" AS SOON AS you know that you can't come anymore, that includes everyone who is on the waiting list.**
**IMPORTANT:**
* **Please, be respectful towards each other during the event. (And after ;))**
* When you register yourself, be careful not to register accidentally a +1 guest (unless you bring a guest). It happens very often.
* If you have any questions then, message me.
***
**A MESSAGE FOR NEWCOMERS:**
*In the three years of hosting this coffee group, I have met many people who struggle with anxieties when coming to an event for the first time. Sometimes, it took them more than one attempt before being able to join.*
*Occasionally, people reach out to me before the event, and I have always been grateful for that as it offers the opportunity to communicate with each other and to find the best and most gentle way for that person to join the group.*
*I would like to encourage everyone who struggles with this to contact me before. It would really be too bad if you can't join us, as it mostly gets better the second or third time you come.*
*In addition to that, if you arrive and notice any signs of nervousness or fear, you can always let me know right then.*
**THANK YOU AND SEE YOU ALL ON Saturday!**
Walking Events Near You
Connect with your local Walking community
Two For Tuesday : Social walk and Duckpin (option)
**Not everyone will come. That is exactly why you should.**
**Two for Tuesdays** is for the people who actually want to get out and do something instead of just talking about it. We’re kicking off the night with a one-hour social walk before Duckpin Social.
**Expect a laid-back** But an Intentional 1 hour walk (2-3 miles), good people, and a better way to spend your Tuesday than staying home and doing the same thing you always do.
**If the weather does not cooperate, we’ll move indoors.**
**This is a paid event.** A small contribution helps keeps events sustainable and ensures those **who RSVP actually show up.**
Payment **Link Found in comments** or you can pay on Venmo, Paypal, @WiseUnlimitedLLC or Cashapp $WiseUnlimitedLLC.
Walk RSVP **$2**
Walk / DuckPin Social **$5**
Walk / DuckPin Social + 1 game of duckpin **$12**
Please be sure **to Put Event and Event Date** in the note when paying RSVP Fee
Mindful Photography Walk – A Gentle Pause in Nature
Join me for a small, mindful photography walk in nature. (**NOTE Time is 9:00 AM EST(Meetup is having technical Issue))**
This is a slow, intentional gathering — not focused on fitness or perfect photography — but on simply pausing, observing, and being present.
We’ll walk at a gentle pace, with moments of quiet, and a few light prompts to help you notice details you might normally miss.
📷 You don’t need any photography experience — a phone camera is enough.
This is also not a business networking event. It’s a calm space to connect with nature and, if it feels natural, with like-minded people.
🌿 What to expect:
• A slow-paced, relaxed walk
• Moments of silence and observation
• Simple reflection prompts
📍 Location: [ Red Trabue Nature Preserve]
⏱ Duration: \~60 minutes
This is a small, initial gathering as I begin creating this space through WellGratiVibes — a blend of mindfulness, nature, and quiet connection.
If this resonates with you, you’re welcome to join.
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations.
If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!).
**HOW IT WORKS**
**Step 1: Bring a topic**
Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event.
**Step 2: Circle up & share**
We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds.
**Step 3: Walk, talk & float**
We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!"
**Step 4: Feel more alive**
Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times.
*For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)*
**HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC**
A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about.
Recent topics include:
* "What are you passionate about right now?"
* "What makes a good friend?"
* "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?"
* "How do you want to be remembered?"
* "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?"
Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter.
**WHAT TO EXPECT**
This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.*
But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here.
**FAQ**
* Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk!
* We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space.
* We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space.
* Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know.
* Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic!
**LOGISTICS**
* If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event.
* This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs.
* Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details.
* If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋
**IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...**
[The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up.
* This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).
Saturday cookout & Bonfire Comedy Experience With 2 other groups FREE
if you’re **tired of doing the same boring thing** every weekend, this is your excuse to **do something different.**
This is **not just a comedy show.**
It’s a full **Saturday night experience** at Shadybowl Speedway — a **BYOB** potluck cookout, **live racing,** a late-night **bonfire**, open mic **comedy under the stars**, and **free camping** if you want to stay the night.
We’re basically **throwing a party in the middle of nowhere** — about an hour west of Columbus and an hour north of Dayton
### The experience
**Start early with the cookout**
Come out around **4:00 PM** for a potluck-style cookout. Bring something to share, hang out, have a few drinks, and meet people before the night gets rolling.
**Then head into the races**
Racing starts around **7:00–8:00 PM** at Shadybowl.
**Bring a chair** and sit with us in **Turn 4** — best seats in the house. **in front of concrete spots** 58,59 **ask for Chance**
Think **racing isn’t your thing?**
That’s fine. **Bring something to drink** and come for the atmosphere, the noise, and **the wrecks.**
**Then the real vibe kicks in**
Once the races wind down, we head back to the fire for **Late Night Bonfire Comedy** starting around **11:30 PM**.
This is open mic style, so you might catch comics traveling through, a local favorite, somebody trying stand-up for the first time.
Either way, **you’re getting laughs around a bonfire** with drinks, good people, and nowhere else to be.
**Stay the night if you want**
No rush. No long drive home if you don’t want it.
**Free camping on-site** — bring a tent, **sleep in your car,** or just **hang out late by the fire.**
### What to know **Saturday, May 9, 2026**
* **Cookout starts around 4:00 PM**
* **Racing starts around 7:00–8:00 PM**
* **Bonfire comedy starts at 11:30 PM**
* **BYOB, No glass inside the race.**
* **Free camping, Bring a chair**
* **Shadybowl admission is $15 cash only.**
* **Free parking**
**RSVP on Meetup is free.** A **small contribution helps** keep events sustainable and ensures those who RSVP actually show up. **Great events take time and money to organize**. If you **find value in these events** or maybe even **made a new friend,** consider **contributing what feels fair to you.**
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Come for the cookout. Stay for the races.
Laugh around the fire.
Camp if you want.

























