Backpacking 101
Wednesday Mar 10, 6:30 PM
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2 Maybe
Welcome Dayton Hikers!
Dayton, Ohio - The Outdoor Adventure Capital of the Midwest!
The Dayton Area Backpackers & Hikers (DaytonHikers.Org) is a community of people who enjoy backpacking and hiking. Our groups meets for both day hikes and overnight backpacking trips. Come hike with us and meet other people who share a love for hiking! All interested people are welcome to join whether you are a beginner hiker or a seasoned backpacker. Our day hikes are primarily in the Dayton area and our backpacking trips are to areas within a few hours drive. Most members are from the Dayton, Ohio area but anyone is welcome to join! Come experience something new or teach the rest of us something new! Solvitur ambulando.
Live To Hike … Hike To Live
Andy Niekamp
Solvitur Ambulando - Latin for: "It is solved by walking"
What members are saying! (See all member comments)
“ If you enjoy getting out for some adventure, exersise and nature. Then you ought to check this group out. Every one was friendly and nice. I believe it would be a great experience for them. ”
“ To enjoy the GREAT outdoors! ”
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Latest activity
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Beth Young attended a Meetup"I arrived at the park by 4ish and drove around looking for ccc. Asked people, "Where is ccc?" No one knew. Parked at the Blue Heron area and walked around looking for the group. Never found the group. Had a nice solo walk."
Mar 9 4:15 PMGet Out And Go! - Taylorsville MetroPark HikeTaylorsville MetroPark Vandalia, OH11 people attended ·
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Kimberly commented on a Meetup
"Hey Andy... I posted this event on my Facebook and I have several more people that are interested in doing this hike if it could be a shorter distance. With your permission, do you mind if I lead a slower paced 5-mile hike?..."
Apr 1 2:00 AMI-75 Hike - 30 Miles51 -
Chris Ostendorf RSVPed Yes
"I have extra PFD's & a bike helmet if anyone needs them. Can I play dodge 'em with the cars & trucks if I get bored with hiking???"
Apr 1 2:00 AMI-75 Hike - 30 Miles513 Hikers also recently RSVPed-
"I’m bringing my support group from WCI. My group will be in orange jumpsuits. There shouldn’t be any problem with them keeping up with the Dayton Hikers, as they are runners. We also will help beautify America by picking up trash along the way."
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"Brownies, ice cream and waffles.............Yummie!"
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"I've posted this on facebook so all my facebook friends will be sure to show up. But they'll wear cotton. It might be fatal..."
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diane commented on a Meetup
"Does anyone have a Minnow Bucket I can borrow so I can dangle my goldfish from the canoe and give him a true outdoor experience? Thanks."
Apr 1 2:00 AMI-75 Hike - 30 Miles51 -
Todd Collins attended a Meetup
"Great way to de-stress after work! Lots of puddles and not much greenery, yet the park is still beautiful. Always have a great time with this group!"
Mar 8 5:30 PM -
Laurel RSVPed MaybeMar 31 6:00 PMSpring Discovery Hike At Charleston Falls PreserveCharleston Falls Preserve Tipp City, OH4
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Laurel changed their RSVP to Yes
"I will be there at 1:30 when the Dayton Montgomery County Metro Hikers meet."
Mar 13 2:00 PMHike for the Health of It! - Possum Creek MetroParkPossum Creek MetroPark Dayton, OH3 -
Laurel changed their RSVP to Maybe
"depends on the weather"
Mar 10 4:30 PM -
Van commented on a Meetup
"Will we be able to wave at the cars as they go by? I will bring my dogs I only have one leash. But 3 dogs oh well they will be good I hope. Wow can not wait:) Thank You Andy! I think lol"
Apr 1 2:00 AMI-75 Hike - 30 Miles51 -
Kelly commented on a Meetup
"will this be wheelchair accessible since we have the emergencies lanes to use? my Granny would love it!"
Apr 1 2:00 AMI-75 Hike - 30 Miles51
Featured Meetup
MVOC: Englewood Evening Hike
Wednesday 4:30 PM
at Englewood MetroPark in Englewood, OH
Join Lindy and members of the Miami Valley Outdoor Club for a moderately paced evening hike that will last 1 - 1.5 hours. If you are familiar with the park and want a faster walk, come anyway and take a longer route.… Read more
Who's attending?
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2 Maybe
Upcoming Meetups
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This Meetup is closed to new RSVPs.
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Note: OKI Event - The Red - Auxier Ridge/Double Arch/Star Gap
Saturday Mar 13, 10:30 AM
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Sunday Mar 14
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