What we’re about
Want to go hiking near DC and not wake up at the crack of dawn? This is the hiking group for you!
LMH is a group of friends and volunteer organizers that enjoy hiking at some of the best spots and exploring some of the best breweries and wineries in the region. We are a group that:
-Sees the journey as the destination (BUT the destination is pretty great too).
-Prefers the company of other people more than pumping out the miles (BUT we still
enjoy the challenge of a tough hike).
-Chooses to stay up late rather than wake up at 5 am (BUT we're "late morning" for
hikers...not "late morning" for normal people).
-Thinks enjoying a drink and some food at one of the DMV's great breweries or wineries following a hike
is a fun idea. No "BUT" here. We think that's most people.
Disclaimer
Late Morning Hikers is an informal group initiating trips under the common adventurer model. While (many) of our events are not ultra strenuous hikes, we do expect our members to be familiar with the best practices of hiking – this is not a group for first time hikers and is NOT a group for those seeking hiking instruction.
Our volunteer organizers are not experts or professionals, nor are we trained hike leaders, nor do we scout out hikes. We plan hikes for fun. You are responsible for your own welfare and safety at all LMH events. Be sure to choose to attend hikes only within your own physical abilities and hiking knowledge; take maps, suitable clothing, provisions (at least two liters of water plus any food or medical supplies you might require) and equipment, and act responsibly and safely at all times. Acting responsibly and safely includes always making sure that you stay with a group (we advise using the buddy system) and staying on, or within sight of (if you need to answer the call of nature or avoid an obstacle on the trail), marked trails at all times. If you ever believe you may be lost, follow the advice of the US Forest Service.
LMH organizers and members shall not be liable for any injuries, loss or damage to persons or property, direct or consequential, arising out of any aspect of LMH activities. Just in case you haven’t memorized it yet, our waiver of liability is here.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Sky Meadows! (6.8 Miles, 1322' Elevation Gain) and Lark BrewingSky Meadows State Park Visitor Center, Markham, VA
Sky Meadows is exactly what it sounds. Meadows up in the sky! It’s a moderately difficult 6.8 mile 1322 ft elevation hike at Sky Meadow’s state park, with information at: https://www.kidsinparks.com/sky-meadows-state-park. Expect a steep incline for about an hour at the start of the hike.
We'll meet in the visitor's center parking lot for the park (found here: 38°59'30.6"N 77°57'58.0"W) at 10:00 AM. Sky Meadows is about an hour and a half from DC, and the address for the park entrance is:
11012 Edmonds Ln
Delaplane, VA 20144The park’s parking lot has plenty of parking, but if you’d like to guarantee yourself a spot, you can get there earlier. There’s an old house and a shop to explore while you wait!
Here’s the link to the hike: Sky Meadows Loop on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/sky-meadows-loop--2?sh=n17rxyWe'll be moving at about 1.5 - 2.5 mph and we'll stop for frequent water breaks. The views are stunning, especially at the top, where there is plenty of space to have a small lunch before we head back down and check out the following brewery:
Lark Brewing
24205 James Monroe Hwy
Aldie, VA 20105
https://www.larkbrewingco.com/aboutWe hope to see you on the trail!
CARPOOLING:
We encourage those with cars to be willing to drive - you're the ones who make LMH great!
If you're a driver that is willing to drive, please post a comment on the event page with the following information:(1) Number of seats
(2) Meeting location
(3) Meeting time
As a rider, please comment on the driver's post to take a seat or post in the comments that you need a ride so a driver can find you. Riders are encouraged to help their driver out with the cost of gas.
We look forward to hiking with you!BACKGROUNG INFO ABOUT LMH: Please remember that this group is an informal group of friends and volunteers initiating trips under the common adventurer model (http://www.ronwatters.com/CADefine.html). We do expect our members to be familiar with the best practices of hiking. This is not a group for first time hikers and is NOT a group for those seeking hiking instruction.
We are also not professionals, nor are we trained hike leaders, nor do we scout out hikes. We plan hikes for fun. You are responsible for your own welfare and safety at all LMH events. Be sure to choose to attend hikes only within your own physical abilities and and hiking knowledge; take maps, suitable clothing, provisions (at least two liters of water plus any food or medical supplies you might require) and equipment, and act responsibly and safely at all times.
Act responsibly and safely: if you ever believe you may be lost, follow the advice of the US Forest Service (https://www.fs.fed.us/visit/know-before-you-go/if-you-get-lost)
LMH organizers and members shall not be liable for any injuries, loss or damage to persons or property, direct or consequential, arising out of any aspect of LMH activities. By attending this event, you represent that you have read, understand, and agree to the contents of our waiver of liability in the following link ((Waiver of Liability - Google Docs).
