Hike: Seven Bends, VA

(Trailhead hike) Explore the newest state park in Virginia. The park is located in the picturesque "oxbow" area of the North Shenandoah River. Moderate hikers will cover the Eagle's Edge Trail, River Bend Rise Trail, Massanutten Trail, Talus Trail, Reservoir Trail and Gakotta Trail, while long hikers will add a there-and-back on the Massanutten Trail.
Est.: 10 miles, 2000' elevation, and 8.5 miles, 1500' elevation. Park map. Hike fee: $5.
Carpool: Vienna Metro, north parking area, 8:00 AM

Meet at trailhead (10:00 am):
Seven Bends State Park, 2111 S. Hollingsworth Rd. Woodstock, VA

RESERVATIONS
Wanderbirds Hiking Club is a 501(c)(7) non-profit, and the public is invited on all hiking trips. Reservations are accepted as late as Saturday, but reserving as early in the week as possible helps ensure your spot and prevent cancellation of the hike due to low sign-ups. RSVP through Meetup and pay through PayPal. Please be sure your RSVP gives your full name and phone number.

FIRST-TIME HIKERSIf you're a first-time hiker with us, please notify the leaders in advance so they can make sure you have the info you need. Hikers must be able to keep a 2-mph pace. New hikers are required to first complete a moderate hike.

Liability Waiver: Many of our hikes take place in remote wilderness areas where cell phone service is not available. Any person participating in any Club activity is responsible for their own safety, health and welfare, and must assume all risks and liabilities related to all Club activities. The Club, its hike leaders, hike sweeps, officers, and other representatives are not liable for any injuries, losses, or damage to persons, children, pets, and/or property, arising from any trips or activities of the Club. You are responsible for bringing enough water, food, and first aid supplies, including those for your personal medical conditions.

CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations to Metro/carpool/trailhead hikes will not issue a financial refund, but as a courtesy, a hiker should change their Meetup RSVP to NO so that leaders do not wait for them at the trailhead.

COVID PRECAUTIONS
Anyone experiencing symptoms of upper respiratory illness should not attend the event.
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