Asexual/Aromantic Hike - Western Mass
October 20, 2024 — 11:00 am - 2:30 pm ET
Rain date: October 26, 2024
Last day to register: October 17, 2024
This hike is specifically for anyone on the asexual and/or aromantic spectrum(s). Come enjoy the company of other A-spec people as volunteer Amy leads you through the woods to a uncommon view of cliffs and wetlands! There, we'll stop to enjoy lunch, scenery and community before heading back to the trailhead. While the grade of this beginner friendly trail is fairly gentle, some sections may be visually difficult for participants with severe fear of heights. There are no bathrooms at the trailhead. Please note that while the hike is in the Northampton area, it is unfortunately not accessible through bus lines.
We ask folks under the age of 18 to please register themselves and an adult to accompany them.
If you require a service dog to attend, please let us know and we collaborate with you on how to keep you both comfortable and hydrated on the hike.
GENERAL INFO
Location: Northampton, MA
(Nipmuc and Pocumtuc lands)
Parking: Small gravel lot
Pets: no
Meet: October 20, 2024
Hike: 2.75miles, 300 ft elevation gain
Cost: $0-$20 sliding scale
To find out where you fall best in our sliding scale, see the “Why does this trip cost money?” dropdown below.
Bring: Water, good walking shoes, lunch, bug spray, weather appropriate clothing. Some folks may wish to bring trekking poles for extra stability.
COVID SAFETY
Masks are not required during this event, however they are welcomed if wearing one allows you to better engage with the group. PLEASE be mindful of your own and group safety. If you or anyone in your household are not feeling well, do not participate in a hike.
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Our sliding scale is meant to make our trips and events more accessible for those who have financial barriers. Paying a higher amount allows us to provide more opportunities to others. Paying a smaller amount is recommended for those who would not otherwise be able to afford the estimated value. Please choose an amount that you will be able to pay, but will not hinder your ability to afford food, housing, etc. By paying as much as you can, we are able to serve more of our community members.
Our sliding scale recommendation:
- Low: Yearly income $30,000 or under, struggles to meet basic needs
- Mid (pays estimated value): Yearly income $40,000-$75,000, some expendable income
- High: Yearly income $80,000-$100,000, comfortable, never struggle with basic needs
Need more examples? We follow the Green Bottle principle. Click here to view and find out where you fall.
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Information for our land acknowledgment was gathered from nativeland.ca, which provides an estimate of original indigenous land occupation, but does not take into account migratory patterns or movement of the many surrounding communities. We recognize the historical complexity of indigenous movement across the land, and honor with gratitude the many, many surviving native nations whose land we benefit from in our work to diversify the outdoors.
