Queer Weekday Hike - Great Falls, VA
September 5, 2024 — 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm ET
Last day to register: September 2, 2024
Come join us for a late afternoon hike along one of the most scenic rivers in the greater Washington, DC area. Full of stunning views, we'll be hiking along the cliffs next to the river and will need to do some scrambling over rocks and uneven surfaces. Bald Eagles, Great Blue Herons, Osprey and deer are common sightings along this route and we might even see some kayakers or rock climbers out and about. Come enjoy this scenic trail without the weekend crowds!
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: Great Falls, VA
(Piscataway and Manahoac lands)
Parking: Large parking lot
Pets: no
Meet: September 5, 2024
Hike: 3 miles, 450 ft elevation gain
Cost: Free parking with National Park Pass. Or will need to pay a parking fee of $20 (reimbursable by TVOP).
$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: Everyone should bring at least 16oz water, any snacks they'd like, sturdy closed-toe shoes for hiking. Optional: bug spray, hat, binoculars.
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.
