About us
Welcome to Outdoor Adventure Friends! We are a welcoming group comprised of former strangers, now friends, with diverse backgrounds. Our bond is a common sense of adventure and desire to share experiences with others. Activities include hiking, kayaking, biking, camping and some other social events/trips. The majority of our events span across the Phila., Lehigh, Pocono, Reading, New Jersey and Hudson Valley areas. We are an all year round active group with multiple events weekly and a variety of leaders, each bringing a unique style. Group is open to all that are 21 and over and have a basic fitness and like to exercise in the outdoors.
*PLEASE NOTE*
General Release of Liability is accepted when you join the group. Meetup organizers are not professionally trained guides or trained in medical emergencies. We are simply a group of volunteers with a shared passion for the outdoors and getting others together. You will never be forced to do something you do not want to do or forced to participate in any activity while on an event. Participant acknowledges and accepts all risks associated with participating in an activity hosted by Outdoor Adventure Friends. By attending an event you are agreeing that YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. No member of the group EXCEPT YOURSELF can be held responsible for any damages, accidents, or liabilities incurred while participating in events with us.
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2 SPOTS OPEN • New Hampshire Peakbagging Adventure! White Mtns • Dog-Friendly!
North Woodstock, NH, Main St, North Woodstock, NH, USHikes are anticipated to be VERY STRENUOUS with climbs. We will be watching for those conditioned and ready for the challenge!
$350.00 (just $70/night). required by January 1, 2026 to secure your 5-night stay at our rental right on Main St in North Woodstock, a 7-bedroom, 5-bathroom house with all the amenities! We have room for 13 hearty hikers!
Breakfasts and lunches will be on your own. There is a grocery store, Price Chopper, nearby. With the exception of night of arrival, I plan to have dinners out, but our fully stocked kitchen accomodates those who wish to cook!*** Trip invites a communal spirit with co-ed rooms. Those needing privacy may not find arrangements suitable. ****
*** This is a dog-friendly event (property allows 2 dogs maximum, $50 fee). Those allergic or uncomfortable around our furry friends should not attend ***Those interested should reply to waitlist. Selection will be dependent on hiking ability AND sleeping arrangements available in the house. Once accepted, a check, Venmo or Paypal payment of $350.00 will be required to reserve your spot.
**Fee is NONREFUNDABLE but transferable only if host finds a suitable replacement.***
ITINERARY: This is a peakbagging trip! As most of us have already climbed the major peaks, this trip is intended to scoop up the remaining peaks. It will be my final of the 48 if all goes well.
FRI:
4:00PM Check in North Woodstock houseSAT:
TBDAM Departure for Mt Osceola Trailhead Parking
Hike NH 4000 Footers OSCEOLA and EAST PEAK + Peggy's Perch
** 8.5 miles, 3381' gain ** Out & Back GaiaGPS Route
Dinner at Black Mountain BurgerSUN:
Early departure for Unknown Pond South Trailhead (44.4981, -71.35855)
Hike NH 400 Footer MT CABOT
**10.4 miles, 3342' gain ** Loop GaiaGPS Route
(Option for Out & Back **8.8 miles, 2835' gain) GaiaGPS RouteMON:
TBDAM Depart for Livermore South Trailhead Parking
Hike NH 4000 Footers NORTH TRIPYRAMID and MIDDLE TRIPYRAMID
** 10.6 miles, 3127' gain ** Lollipop GaiaGPS Route
Dinner at Pemi Public HouseTUES:
TBDAM Depart for Waterville Trailhead
TBDAM Hike NH 4000 Footer TECUMSEH MOUNTAIN
** 5.0 miles, 2023' gain ** Point-to-Point GaiaGPS RouteWEDS:
10:00AM Check out***
NOTICE:
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. No member of the group EXCEPT YOURSELF can be held responsible for any damages, accidents, or liabilities incurred while hiking with us.
***10 attendees
Mason Dixon trail. Challenging 12ish miles and 3,100' of elevation
Apollo County Park, Boyds Run Trail parking, Brogue, PA, USLast time we did this we had some snow and ice. This time that is gone, but the hills remain and we will make it to Star Rock.
Description:The Mason-Dixon Trail is a 193-mile hiking trail that connects the Appalachian Trail in south-central Pennsylvania with the Brandywine Trail in eastern Pennsylvania, passing through Maryland and Delaware. The trail offers a variety of landscapes including farmlands, forests, river views, and historic sites.
This hike will traverse some of the more challenging sections in PA. It will be an out and back hike starting from the Apollo County Park and ending at Star Rock. Total miles about 12+ and 3,100' of elevation. Definitely a lot of up and down with various terrain and multiple rolling hills.Style will be as follows:
- pace about 3.2-3.5 on flats, slower on hills
- limited stops at brief stop at scenic viewpoints
- it is an out and back - if you are struggling to keep up, you can just turn around and return.
NOTE: the parking lot is small and carpooling is suggested.
GEAR REQUIRED:
1- Proper footwear- hiking boots or trail runners
2- Appropriate clothing for conditions: layers, wind and rain protection based upon forecast. Extra socks for wet weather hikes or hikes with stream crossings.
3- WATER or other source of hydration; food/snacks as needed and suggested for hikes over 8 miles
4- Electrolytes for longer hikes
5- Hiking poles and backpacks as needed.WEATHER: We will hike in all weather except thunderstorms.
PARKING AND MEETING LOCATION: Apollo County Park, Boyds Run trail parking on Shenks Ferry Rd. Coordinates: 39.9032857576038, -76.39842378050241
GUEST and ATTENDANCE POLICY: All attendees must be members of Outdoor Adventure Friends. This is for communication purposes to ensure that those in attendance understand exactly what they are signing up for. Please be courteous and change your rsvp in a timely fashion if you can no longer attend an event. Repeated no shows or a history of signing up and dropping off excessively when there is a waitlist will exclude you from being moved off of future waitlists and special events
PLEASE NOTE: I cannot respond to calls, texts, emails, messages on meetup, or comments on the event page once we start hiking. Please plan accordingly.
NOTICE: Meetup organizers are not professionally trained. By attending an event you are agreeing that YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. No member of the group EXCEPT YOURSELF can be held responsible for any damages, accidents, or liabilities incurred while hiking with us.3 attendees
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