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SUMMARY:VSDC Vegan Trekkers: Billy Goat C & Towpath at Great Falls MD
DESCRIPTION:Let’s head to the Great Falls\, MD for a longish 10 mile hike. There is a shorter option available as well (see below). \nWe will meet at Carderock and head SE on Billy Goat C. At the end of Billy Goat C\, we will turn NW on the C&O canal. A small diversion at Anglers intersection\, to switch to Berma Road Tr and then the Overlook Tr to reach Lock 20. We will return back on C&O canal (with a brief stop at the Overlook). \nMeeting Time: 9:45am\nMeeting Point: [the last parking lot (D) at Carderock](https://goo.gl/maps/1nkP8NXGxqSBzpnd8)\nType of trail: natural\nPace: moderate (3 miles/hr)\nOptional post Hike Lunch: Shouk Rockville \nLonger option:\nDistance & route: [10 miles](https://maps.app.goo.gl/R5Z1fSFArYvPqRh96)\nDifficulty: moderate\nDuration: 4 hours \nShorter option:\nDistance & route: [5 miles](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Yo9C8v331kdnBMKF8)\nDifficulty: easy\nDuration: 2 hours\nNote: people choosing this might have to get back to the starting point by themselves \nDog friendly? Yes\, please keep your dog leashed.\nBathroom Facilities/Water: Yes – many options \nPlease do not attend if you are sick or have been near someone who thinks they may have or have been exposed to COVID-19. \n*For important updates regularly monitor the “comments” section below.*\n*Don’t be a no show! If your plans change\, update your RSVP.* \n* When you sign up to join a hike you automatically acknowledge\n[VSDC Vegan Trekkers Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/).\n* Please also view the Rules listed at the end of this description\n* Please read [The 10 Essentials of Hiking](https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/) \nRULES \nPets: When hikes are organized in dog-friendly areas\, hikers are invited to bring their pet(s). However\, dogs are the sole responsibility of the owner(s) who brought them; should be up-to-date on their vaccinations & in possession of the relevant tags; and should be under the control of their owner(s) at all times. Dogs that demonstrate consistently aggressive or otherwise out-of-control behavior will be banned from future hikes. Owners should come prepared to dispose of their dogs’ waste in appropriate receptacles. \n## Alcohol/Smoking/Intoxicants: Use of intoxicants such as alcohol\, cigarettes and/or illegal substances is banned during the hikes. \nVSDC (http://www.vsdc.org) is a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through education on the benefits of a vegan diet & lifestyle. Sharing food is the bond that brings families together; so it is with VSDC. From simply “breaking bread” to experiencing delicious and nutritious vegan foods from around the world\, we make your journey easier\, enjoyable & meaningful. \nVSDC. Creating communities. For your health\, the animals\, and the planet.
URL:https://www.vkind.com/vegan-events/vegan-trekkers-billy-goat-c-towpath-at-great-falls-md/
LOCATION:Carderock Recreation Area\, Carderock Recreation Area\, Potomac\, MD\, 20854\, us
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SUMMARY:Vegan Trekkers: 10 mile hike at Great Falls MD and Shouk
DESCRIPTION:Let’s head to the Great Falls\, MD for a longish 10 mile hike. I hope we are all ready for the 10 miler (after doing the various 5+ miles). \nWe will meet at Carderock and head SE on Billy Goat C. At the end of Billy Goat C\, we will turn NW on the C&O canal. A small diversion at Anglers intersection\, to switch to Berma Road Tr and then the Overlook Tr to reach Lock 20. We will return back on C&O canal (with a brief stop at the Overlook). \nWhen: 21 Jan 2023\nMeeting Time: 9:30am\nMeeting Point: [the last parking lot at Carderock](https://goo.gl/maps/1nkP8NXGxqSBzpnd8)\nDistance & route: [10 miles](https://goo.gl/maps/ShMyshSqEnxQGXeo8)\nDifficulty: moderate (due to distance)\nPace: moderate (2.5 miles/hr)\nDuration: 4 hours\nType of trail: natural\nOptional post Hike Lunch: [Shouk in Bethesda](https://goo.gl/maps/YDzM7xW7rDWxepXC9) \nDog friendly? Yes\, please keep your dog leashed.\nBathroom Facilities/Water: Yes – many options \nPlease do not attend if you are sick or have been near someone who thinks they may have or have been exposed to COVID-19. \n*For important updates regularly monitor the “comments” section below.*\n*Don’t be a no show! If your plans change\, update your RSVP.* \n* When you sign up to join a hike you automatically acknowledge\n[VSDC Vegan Trekkers Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/).\n* Please also view the Rules listed at the end of this description\n* Please read [The 10 Essentials of Hiking](https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/) \nRULES \nPets: When hikes are organized in dog-friendly areas\, hikers are invited to bring their pet(s). However\, dogs are the sole responsibility of the owner(s) who brought them; should be up-to-date on their vaccinations & in possession of the relevant tags; and should be under the control of their owner(s) at all times. Dogs that demonstrate consistently aggressive or otherwise out-of-control behavior will be banned from future hikes. Owners should come prepared to dispose of their dogs’ waste in appropriate receptacles. \n## Alcohol/Smoking/Intoxicants: Use of intoxicants such as alcohol\, cigarettes and/or illegal substances is banned during the hikes. \nVSDC (http://www.vsdc.org) is a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through education on the benefits of a vegan diet & lifestyle. Sharing food is the bond that brings families together; so it is with VSDC. From simply “breaking bread” to experiencing delicious and nutritious vegan foods from around the world\, we make your journey easier\, enjoyable & meaningful. \nVSDC. Creating communities. For your health\, the animals\, and the planet.
URL:https://www.vkind.com/vegan-events/vegan-trekkers-10-mile-hike-at-great-falls-md-and-shouk/
LOCATION:Carderock Recreation Area\, Carderock Recreation Area\, Potomac\, MD\, 20854\, us
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