This meet-up group is geared for people who are looking to get some exercise by walking and hiking at a more moderate and easier pace than what the usual hiking club in the greater Asheville area offers. We will seek out more level hiking trails with no more than 1,000 foot elevations and range anywhere from 3 - 7 miles in length with a social element of either starting or ending the walks and hikes with an optional shared meal at a restaurant near the hiking/walking destination. In other words, …

Asheville is a mecca for people of all walks of life, but there seem to be some common themes... we are drawn to the beautiful countryside, the great and friendly people, and the great arts and music culture! There seem to be an endless set of opportunities to mingle and meet, but most seem to be geared to the younger set (20s- early 30's) and older (50+). This is a group geared toward the 30's, 40's and 50's folks who are looking to meet one another for friendship and shared fun. We are not a d …

Would you like to hike at a moderate leisurely pace and stop to take photos? We will take photogenic hikes / walks in and around Asheville and spend time taking pictures. We live in a great area for photography and combined with hiking / walking, we'll get our exercise too. Anyone interested in a adventurous hikes / walks that savors the Western North Carolina scenery is welcome to join. Cameras are not required but highly recommended.