Activity Highlight - Morning hiking and photos

[Bev]

Smile! Let’s get some exercise and take some pictures!
On Thursday morning of DLV2014 week we will have the opportunity to get an early start on the day with a hike through one of the beautiful parks surrounding Las Vegas. I will lead an exploration of one of the trails at Red Rock Canyon. This scenic excursion will allow many opportunities for taking photos of the majestic views as well as of each other.
The hike will be approximately 2.5 miles lasting around 2 hours and will cover easy to moderate hiking terrain. You will need to wear appropriate clothing for outdoor hiking including layers that can be added or taken off depending on weather conditions and temperature changes and comfortable supportive shoes for walking over uneven ground (no pumps or open-toe sandals please). A water container is also a good idea since we are in the desert.
We want to begin the hike at 9:00 so will need to depart the strip area no later than 8:20 to allow for the drive. We can meet at Betty’s by 8:00 (earlier if you need a morning eye opener) to get a head count and figure out carpooling . Hopefully there will be hikers going who will have a vehicle and can give people a lift. You may also meet us at the Red Rock Canyon Visitor’s Center if you have other transportation.
We should finish up before noon and be able to join up with Ginger’s* lunch group or dine on our own on the way back. *Maybe we can talk Ginger into picking a lunch venue west of the strip that day.
A reminder that this will be at a public venue, as will the lunch following, so please dress appropriately.
Beverly

[Bev]

Check out this site to learn more about Red Rock Canyon and the hiking trails. I will ask for feedback from the hikers who sign up on what trail they would like to explore.
Bev
http://www.redrockcanyonlv.org/

[Valorie]

Perhaps some fresh air will help us recover from several prior nights of debauchery. As someone who has never been (but wanted to), the Calico Tanks hike looks cool. I will have a rental car so I can also help car pool.

[Bev]

I would love to have you along. And thanks for offering to assist with carpooling.

[External Poster]

This posting is from: Lynn B
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hi bev were you addressing me. Lynn, I know this is an open line, and I
DID MENTION IT, I want to go but have mixed feeling about it. Please let
me know.

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[Bev]

Hi Lynn,
My previous comment was replying to Valorie. I did not see one mentioned by you. We would love to have you join us as well. What questions do you have?
Bev

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This posting is from: Lynn B
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GHi Bev.

I am wondering if I could split a ride and room with a girl. I am a cd/tg.
I dont get that much time to fulfil the life style I want to. So I do what
I can. I am interested in going/ I can be semi passable, an just want to be
with other gurls for some fun , acceptance, and get some inside tips on the
life style. Would that not be nice, So Let me put that out there one more
time, do any body want or need a travel friend to share with. I'm a very
mello person, 52 yo, and very open minded.

Thank you

Lynn

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[Bev]

Lynn, this posting is about the hike and photo outing. Your post about needing someone to room with might get more attention on a separate listing instead of imbedded in specific activity posts.
Bev

[Sandra1955]

Hey Lynn that is looking for a partner. I plan on going and I too would like to find a partner to share costs of a place to stay and gas. I am only registered for a few days but would stay longer if I find someone to share costs with. I am coming from Utah. I don't smoke or drink but I am tolerant of others who drink. So if your still looking get in touch.

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Thank you so much Sandra I don't drink myself, but I do smoke. It would
not work for us, w hi b is a shame. I too am o my looking g for a few
days. It will be a different experience to be with a group, I was
looking g for advice o every thing.

So thank you.

Lynn

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