Fall Foliage Hunting and Plant Preservation with Pigtown Climbs

4915 Greenspring Avenue,Baltimore MD 21209

26 November, 2021

Description

Join Pigtown Climbs for foliage hunting, plant preservation and conversation on making the outdoors more inclusive ! In Partnership with REI #optoutside initiative. Pigtown Climbs will hiking a ~2.3 mile path at Cylburn Arboretum in Baltimore. Cylburn Arboretum is home to hundreds of tree species, all season gardens, and beautiful trails. The trail will take us through the parks native fall foliage where we will identify and collect our own plant specimen for preservation. Our Director of Operations Bri Horne will guide us through the trail as well as through the process of preserving plants and it’s significance in capturing the change of life throughout time. At the end our walk we will spend time discussing the challenges of historically exclusive outdoor spaces, brainstorming solutions on creating, fostering inclusive spaces and press our collected plants specimen for preservation. We will send an email with exact meeting location to all attendees. THIS IS A FAMILY FRIENDLY HIKE. Optional Fee: $10.00 includes your own plant press and waterproof journal. Consider donating if feasible for you and sharing Pigtown Climbs on Giving Tuesday. Email [email protected] for transportation opportunities from Southwest Baltimore. Meeting time: 9:30 am Terrain: Dirt trails, paved path, cobble stone Miles: ~2-2.3miles Trail Elevation: 184 ft Duration: 2 to 4 hrs Difficulty: Easy-moderate Waiver: Please make sure to read and sign the Waiver. You can find my form "PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT, RELEASE, AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK" at: https://form.jotform.com/211761578669066 What to Bring: ********WATER, WATER, WATER (Even during the fall, keeping hydrated is very important)****** In a reusable container. Power Snacks: Trail mix. Nuts, seeds, nut-based bars or nut butter packs. Dried or freeze-dried fruits and veggies. Energy bars, chews or gels. Granola or granola bars. Ready-made tuna salad pouches. Whole-grain tortillas. Poultry, salmon or meat jerky. Here are a few sites that have great ideas for food: http://coolhikinggear.com/the-10-best-day-hike-foods ****ANY MEDICAL NEEDS (Please make sure to bring all of your medical items Inhalers, Epipens, knee wraps, etc)****** * Bri Horne will have first aid kit* Proper hiking wear: You will want to wear layers since we will be hiking in the morning I.E. Long-johns, wool, fleece, gloves/mittens, hats, Pants. ( Its always good to start out with a couple of layers, Once we get hiking you will mostly likely take a few layers off.) Ideas for dress code: Base Layer: Wool, Silks, Synthetics Insulating Layer: Synthetics, Fleece, Outer Layer aka Shell: Jackets, Rain Jacket Site for more tips on layering: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/layering-basics.html Footwear: Good Hiking boots or Trail Runners to protect feet and ankles Socks: Wool or Synthetic Rain gear. We will hike rain or shine. check the weather before you head out! Walking Sticks, or Trekking sticks. Extra Things to pack: Camera Sunglasses Feel free to ask any questions.