Queer Day Hike - Virginia
September 9, 2023 — 7:30 am -12:30pm ET
Rain date: Sept 23, 2023
Join The Venture Out Project's local volunteers Elena (she/they) and Jeamme (she/they) on a scenic hike along a riverbank on this 3.6 mile out-and-back hike. You'll be sure to snap some great photos at the turn-around point! While we will need to navigate some exposed tree roots and small rocky sections, the vast majority of this trail is flat, packed sand. Join us for an optional bring-your-own-lunch afterwards near the trailhead.
We ask folks under the age of 18 to please register themselves and an adult to accompany them.
GENERAL INFO
Location: Great Falls, VA area
(Manahoac and Piscataway lands)
Pets: While we love dogs, we ask you please leave furry friends at home for this event. Tell them we said hi!
Meet: Sept 9, 2023
Hike: 3.6 miles, 30 ft elevation gain
Cost: $0-$20 sliding scale ($2 suggested trail donation in cash at arrival)
To find out where you fall best in our sliding scale, see the “Why does this trip cost money?” dropdown below.
Bring: Water (minimum 16 oz), appropriate clothing and footwear, optional: picnic blanket or portable chair to sit on, lunch
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.
Last day to register is September 6th!
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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.
