✦•Charleston Series•✦ Lee Peak ⋮ Group A

Please read the entire hike description.

New participants must complete this eWAIVER before I can move them to Going. If you've previously completed one from a different event with me as the host, no additional waiver is needed.

Questions or Comments? Text Liz at 702-496-2455 or Jim at 702-515-9824

Please provide a separate answer to all 3 questions when you RSVP:
Q1. Did you read the entire hike description?
Q2. What is your cell number?
Q3. Do you understand that Group A starts a little earlier and hikes uphill at a slightly slower pace than Group B? Both groups will be about equal in size, and summit and finish at the same time.
Please respond in this format:
1. Yes, 2. xxx-xxx-xxxx, 3. Yes

˗ˏˋ⭐Welcome to the 13th Annual Charleston Series⭐ˎˊ˗
The hikes get progressively harder each week in mileage, elevation gain, and altitude, designed to train up for long-distance high-altitude hikes. Guidance and tips will be provided on pace, breathing, gear, food/hydration, trail etiquette, and preparations.

So far, 174 hikers have used this training series to reach Charleston Peak for the first time—will you be next?

A VH pin is available for those who participate in the series and reach the summit of Charleston Peak.

A secondary benefit of this program is that carpooling and hiking with many of the same people each week enables you to develop friendships and trust in each other, which you will need as the hikes get harder. Tailgating afterward is an additional feature of the hikes.

Co-Hosts: Liz is the current organizer of the Charleston Series, co-creator of the Fitness Series, and has 850 hikes with VegasHikers (VH) and 100 with the 52 Peak Club (52PC). Jim is the creator of the Charleston Series and has 1,600 hikes with VH and 400 with the 52PC.

📌 This hike allows you to experience the incredible scenery of the North Loop Trail past the turnoff for Mummy Mtn. You will hike with magnificent rock walls on one side and steep drop-offs on the other. There are rock shelves and ledges with spectacular views of canyons below and cliffs above. This hike is technically easier than Mummy Mtn but a few miles longer.

** Note: there are numerous sections of the trail where it is imperative to (1) not walk while taking photos and (2) not turn your head to talk to the person behind you. Keep your eyes on the trail immediately in front of you and just walk. These sections are very short but require complete focus **

Jim's Group A will start a little earlier at a slightly slower uphill pace and be joined by Liz's Group B somewhere along the way. Ideally both groups will be about the same size (Liz will adjust as necessary) and will summit and finish at the same time. Neither group will have a tailgate.

If you had the toughness to do Mummy Mtn last week and the stamina to do Lee Peak this week, you will be ready for Charleston Peak.

This event is cross-posted with 52 Peak Club Explorer's Deck.

HIKE STATs:

• Trailhead: tbd
• Distance: 14 miles
• Summit: ≈11,289 feet
• Elevation Gain: ≈3,600 feet
• Altitude: ≈7,647 – 11,289 feet
• Difficulty: Extremely Strenuous
• Class: all Class 1 trail but a few challenging spots
• Exposure: None
• Pace: Slow to Moderate ⁞ Conversational
• Duration: 10.0 hours (includes driving)

GEAR:

• Hiking boots or trail shoes are required
• Trekking poles are highly recommended
• 2-3L of water, sun protection, snacks & electrolytes
• Carry a windbreaker, warm gloves, and hat when hiking in the Mt Charleston area
• Carry rain gear when hiking during monsoon season

OTHER:

• No guests, children/minors, canines, or event crashers, please!
• Everyone starts on the Waitlist. You must be on the Going list to attend.
• All attendees must be members of VegasHikers. Signing up only takes a couple of minutes, and it's FREE.

TAILGATE:
None

MEETUP/CARPOOL LOCATION:
Please arrive by 5:20am; we leave at 5:30am. Meet in Santa Fe Casino East parking garage, go up ramp to 3rd floor, turn RIGHT, then right again, go half-way back toward the east facing wall, park in Section 3C. Each passenger is asked to pay their driver $5 for gas.

There is limited parking at Mt Charleston trailheads, so carpooling is mandatory!

FAQs:
Do I need to attend every hike? No
Do I need to be in good shape to start the series? Yes, you should be reasonably fit. The prequel hikes in May were added to improve your fitness and acclimate you for the main hikes.
Do I need to carpool? Yes, it's socially responsible, and for most hikes, parking is very limited.
Do I need to stay for tailgating? Yes, at least a portion of it.
Do I need to bring something for the tailgate? No, it’s voluntary, but please contribute in some manner, such as setup, cleanup, cash donation, etc.

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Tentative Schedule for Charleston Training Series:
8/1 - Charleston Peak & Cabin Celebration (National Summit Day) (Founders Deck)

Jim will also be posting mid-week hikes throughout July for those interested in additional acclimating and stamina.

DISCLAIMER:
Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides or park rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event. All attendees participate in an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group. ༺🦋༻