Hike the Osceolas from Tripoli Road - Intermediate
When:
Saturday, Aug 22, 2020 8:00a -
4:00ap
Saturday, Aug 22, 2020 8:00a -
4:00ap
Where:
Wellington Revere Beach Pkwy, Medford, MA 02155, USA
Wellington Revere Beach Pkwy
Medford, MA 02155
Admission:
Unknown
Event website:
https://p.ridj-it.com/app/trip-detail?id=59161
Explore the Osceolas on this beautiful adventure! Please read everything in this post, because if you don't, you could get turned away.
If you exercise regularly doing cardio (or have experience hiking), this jaunt is rated as intermediate. I have only just started hiking 4,000 footers, so I'm in the process of expanding my list of completed mountains! I also hike at a moderate pace, or a little under 2 miles per hour. So, if you're looking to go as fast as possible or have difficulty staying together as a group, I do not recommend this hike for you. However, you must exercise regularly doing cardio - please do not join otherwise.
So, now that the specifics regarding physicality are out of the way, let's get to the fun stuff! This trail has something called "The Chimney" which is a tall rock structure that must be climbed and descended in order to complete the hike. If you have any fear of this, no worries, there is a bypass trail! However, for those who hike regularly, The Chimney, especially in summer, is very doable. The second peak (East Peak) that we'll hit is unremarkable. However, the first one has amazing views.
The map: https://www.gaiagps.com/public/XZpR767VDVtOqpy9cPbYM3Om
Length: 7.5 miles
Elevation gain: 2,878 ft
Additional expectations
1) I am not a guide and this is not a service - I expect you to be fully prepared with the gear listed below and the mindset that you could get yourself out of trouble if needed.
2) We stick together - this is a group event, so if you feel that you are not flexible in working as a team, this will not be a good hike for you.
3) Relax - it's summer, and we have time on the trail when starting early in the morning.
4) We will follow COVID guidelines and wear masks during carpool and on the trail when social distancing cannot be maintained. Do not show up if you do not agree to the COVID guidelines.
5) Parking is limited, so non-carpoolers will be limited. Please do not ask me to open additional spots. If you lose out on a spot, then I suggest you post a hike.
6) Showing up without registering on Ridj-it with a profile and then actually signing up for the trip is a safety hazard and will get you banned. Do not message me to join in any alternative manner.
Please answer the following questions before/when you join.
1. When was your last hike? How many miles was it? How much elevation gain?
2. What does your weekly exercise routine look like? If you don't have one and also haven't hiked recently, please do not sign up.
3. Do you have all of the gear marked as required below? If not, please do not join, and you will be turned away at the trailhead or carpool if you show up without the necessary items.
Mandatory Gear - not optional
1) Hiking boots or trail runners (not regular tennis shoes)
2) 2 - 3 liters of water
3) Sandwich and food
4) Electrolytes - yes, a gatorade or other version is mandatory
5) Electronic or physical maps of the hike (as included above) - don't show up without access to a map. I don't mind if you can't read it 100%, but showing up without one expecting me to guide you is a massive no no and I'll ask you to leave since you could otherwise pay me $200 for guiding you
6) Hat, sunglasses, bug spray, and SPF protection
7) Athletic clothing
If you are unsure as to whether this is the right hike for you, please post your question on the Ridj-it wall on the Ridj-it website! Others may have the same question, so you will be doing others a favor by being curious.
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