Happy Trails DAY TRIP to Turkey Run State Park!
8121 E. Park Road, Marshall, IN 47859
Happy Trails meets to hike nature trails across the Indy area on the 3rd Friday in ODD months. Participants need to be able to hike intermediate level trails - which means uneven terrain, moderate inclines and switchbacks - for approximately 1 hour. No dogs allowed. Wear sturdy shoes and comfortable clothes for the weather.
What: Get outdoors, explore Indy’s nature trails, and enjoy lively conversation!
When: Friday, September 25, 9am-5pm
Where: Turkey Run State Park! We are celebrating the 1-year anniversary of the Happy Trails Interest Group in a BIG WAY! We’re headed to Parke County to hike some of the best - and most rugged - hiking trails in Indiana, with some of the most unique geology and landscapes! You won’t believe you’re still in Indiana! We’ll make a day of it: we’ll leave the Indy area at 9am and carpool for the 90-minute drive, bring lunch & snacks, break into smaller groups to hike a few trails based on skill level & interest, and leave by 3:30pm so we’re back to Indy by 5pm. We’ll plan a hike in the morning, break for lunch, and another hike in the afternoon. View the park website for trails information and to view the trails map. Plan to bring your own lunch and water bottle; Allyson will facilitate carpools and lead the “Rugged to Very Rugged” group hike.
Allyson will confirm/amend/cancel this event 24 hours before based on forecasted weather conditions. Heavy rain that day? We’ll cancel. Light rain? We’ll hike only “Moderate” trails to avoid slippery/unsafe conditions.
Group Leader: Allyson Mitchell
RSVP needed for this hike to plan transportation & skill level groups. Please RSVP by Friday, September 12 VIA EMAIL ONLY and please provide answers to the following questions:
1. What trail type would you like to hike: “Moderate” or “Rugged to Very Rugged”
2. Would you like to carpool? If yes, are you willing to drive? And if yes, how many people can your vehicle bring along?
As always, call or text Allyson with questions or needs. See you on the trail!
