About us
This group is for people that enjoy walking for fitness and also social get togethers. Events will include walks at local parks and hiking. We sometimes will meet for a social get together at local coffee shops or a restaurant.
If you are running a few minutes late or not able to find the group, feel free to TEXT me at 470-789-1224.
Upcoming events
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Gibbs Gardens Walk and Lunch
Gibbs Gardens, 1986 Gibbs Drive,, Ball Ground, GA, USGibbs Gardens walk for fitness and photography.
Gibbs Gardens is a renowned 376-acre, privately owned botanical garden in Ball Ground, Georgia, featuring 16 distinct, artistically designed garden venues, including the renowned Japanese Gardens and massive daffodil displays. Created by Jim Gibbs over 30 years, it features mature woodlands, spring-fed ponds, and 20+ seasonal color gardens.
Where:
1987 Gibbs Dr, Ball Ground, GA 30107
Meet at the front entrance. We will wait until everyone has their ticket/pass and then enter together.Afterwards, we will have a late lunch at:
Fuego Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar
260 Foothills Pkwy, Marble Hill, GA 30148
(their fajita nachos are just simply outstanding)Tickets are 25 for the day or 60 for the annual pass membership (highly recommended). I believe you can get credit towards the annual pass if you purchased the day ticket and wanted to get the annual pass but it has to be purchased the same day.
Carpooling is encouraged.
Website:
https://www.gibbsgardens.com/Start Time:
Arrive by 9:30am
We enter once everyone that has arrived have their ticket/pass.Length and Difficulty:
Easy
Estimated Duration of ~3.5 hours
There is a snack shop where you can purchase drinks and some food items.Guidelines:
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Has public restrooms
Bring your cameraIf you are running a few minutes late or not able to find the group, feel free to reach out to me at 470-789-1224.
If you are unable to attend, please cancel your RSVP as a
courtesy.Disclaimers:
Cancellation of event can occur due to weather conditions or other reasons. If there is a cancellation, "CANCELLED" will be added to the event title 1-2 hours before start time.
You are responsible and liable for yourself if there is any incident. The group, group owner, host, or [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) will have no liability if you decide to participate in this event. You assume all risks associated with your attendance of the event.3 attendees
Stone Mountain Walk-Up Trail
Confederate Hall Parking Lot, Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, ga, USStone Mountain, located 16 miles east of Atlanta, Georgia, is the world's largest exposed mass of quartz monzonite (granite), featuring a 5-mile circumference and rising 825 feet above the surrounding terrain. Known for its massive, 3-acre Confederate carving on its north face, the mountain is a major recreational park containing hiking trails, a summit skyride, and a surrounding 3,200-acre park.
We will walk up Stone Mountain on the Walk-Up Trail, spend about an hour exploring the top and then back down.
Afterwards, we can stop at Cherokee Rose Steak House for lunch if you wish to do so. I believe we can walk over instead of driving. The address to the restaurant is:
975 Main St, Stone Mountain, GA 30083Where To Park:
Confederate Hall Parking Lot, Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA 30083This is the Stone Mountain Walk-Up Trail Parking Lot and not to be confused with the Walking Trails Parking.
Meet at the restrooms at Walk Up Mountain Trail. They are close to the parking lot and start of the Walk Up Mountain Trail.
Daily parking pass is 20 and Annual parking pass is 40. If you wish to car pool with me from Cauley Creek Park in Johns Creek, send me a message
Park Websites
https://stonemountainpark.com
https://stonemountainpark.com/tickets-specials/parkingStart Time
Arrive by 8:30am
We start walk promptly at 8:35amLength and Difficulty
Moderate-Strenuous: Significant elevation gain (~700ft) and rocky terrain
Note: The terrain is rocky, you will be stepping on rocks/stones along entire trail. Caution is advisedAround 1 mile up (35-40min, pace around 1.5mph) and 1 mile down (20-30min)
We will stop 2-3 times on the way up if neede
We will spend about an hour up on to
Estimated Duration of~ 2 hourGuidelines
Bring water
Wear non-slip hiking/walking shoe
Has public restroom
Bring your cameraIf you are running a few minutes late or not able to find the group, feel free to TEXT me at 470-789-1224
If you are unable to attend, please cancel your RSVP as a courtesy
Disclaimers
Cancellation of event can occur due to weather conditions or other reasons. If there is a cancellation, "CANCELLED" will be added to the event title 1-2 hours before start time
You are responsible and liable for yourself if there is any incident. The group, group owner, host, or Meetup.com will have no liability if you decide to participate in this event. You assume all risks associated with your attendance of the event.q7 attendeesStone Mountain Walk-Up Trail Endurance Walk
Confederate Hall Parking Lot, Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, ga, USStone Mountain, located 16 miles east of Atlanta, Georgia, is the world's largest exposed mass of quartz monzonite (granite), featuring a 5-mile circumference and rising 825 feet above the surrounding terrain. Known for its massive, 3-acre Confederate carving on its north face, the mountain is a major recreational park containing hiking trails, a summit skyride, and a surrounding 3,200-acre park.
We will walk up Stone Mountain on the Walk-Up Trail 2-4 times for endurance training. Feel free to stop at any time depending on your fitness level. Each ascend is around 700 ft of altitude gain and 1 mile long and 1 mile back down. We will take a short break after each ascension and decension and as needed.
Where To Park:
Confederate Hall Parking Lot, Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA 30083This is the Stone Mountain Walk-Up Trail Parking Lot and not to be confused with the Walking Trails Parking.
Meet at the restrooms at Walk Up Mountain Trail. They are close to the parking lot and start of the Walk Up Mountain Trail.
Daily parking pass is 20 and Annual parking pass is 40. If you wish to car pool with me from Cauley Creek Park in Johns Creek, send me a message
Park Websites
https://stonemountainpark.com
https://stonemountainpark.com/tickets-specials/parkingStart Time
Arrive by 8:00am
We start walk promptly at 8:05amLength and Difficulty
Moderate-Strenuous: Significant elevation gain (~700ft) and rocky terrain
Note: The terrain is rocky, you will be stepping on rocks/stones along entire trail. Caution is advisedAround 1 mile up (30-40min, pace around 1.5-2mph) and 1 mile down (20-30min)
We will stop as neededGuidelines
Bring lots of water, I recommend a hydration backpack
Hiking poles
Bring energy / protein bars or other snacks
Wear non-slip hiking/walking shoes
Has public restroomsIf you are running a few minutes late or not able to find the group, feel free to TEXT me at 470-789-1224
If you are unable to attend, please cancel your RSVP as a courtesy
Disclaimers
Cancellation of event can occur due to weather conditions or other reasons. If there is a cancellation, "CANCELLED" will be added to the event title 1-2 hours before start time
You are responsible and liable for yourself if there is any incident. The group, group owner, host, or Meetup.com will have no liability if you decide to participate in this event. You assume all risks associated with your attendance of the event.qqq2 attendees
Past events
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