Beat the Blues Wellness Adventure Community

Welcome to the Beat the Blues Wellness Adventure Group! Join host Ed for an evening hike of the local trails in the North Park area.

NOT a Beginners Hike.

Well behaved Dogs are allowed on the trails (but have to keep up with the pace of the hike).

Meeting location: Roosevelt Grove Parking Lot. We will be hiking in all conditions unless notified in advance.

Distance and pace: Hikes typically last about 1-1/2 to 2 hours and stretch for over 4 miles. This Is a moderate to fast paced hike with some breaks for water.

Recommendations:

*Because of the terrain and unexpected ground conditions (i.e., snow, ice, mud, water, loose ground, etc.) it is HIGHLY recommended that you wear hiking shoes/boots. Hiking poles are encouraged for un-even terrain, but not always necessary.

• Lastly, hydration is key. We always and strongly recommend you bring water or some sort of hydration with you.

Please take note of our attendance request:

The event is limited to 25 in order to account for all hikers and respect the peace of the park. If you can not attend, please change your reservation as soon as possible so that others may join the event.

We reserve the right to remove anyone from event(s) or the group due to not adhering to our guidelines.

Hikers attend at their own risk, and it is the individual responsibility of each hiker to determine what is safe for themselves on all of our hikes.

Message me with any other questions that you may have. See you soon!

Ed.

Hey BTB'ers, looking for a hike with a mix of hilly woods, urban streets, scenic views, and an optional refreshment break at the always excellent Grandview Bakery? There is an early out on the way back and one from the bakery if you want to skip it.

This hike starts at the Olympia Park trailhead opposite 500 Hallock St. Plenty of available parking in the lot or on the street.

First 2/3 in the woods, last 1/3 urban, including the refreshment stop. This hike is not for beginners or people recovering from a recent surgery.

Because this hike is on a weekday (Thurs), I have uncapped the number of attendees.

Be prepared for some mud, though the trails should be much drier than last time. Hiking boots, bug spray, and hiking sticks recommended. Bring sufficient water.
5-5.5 miles in 2 to 2.5 hours.

Tickets are $35. Buy them here: https://www.wanderandrootplants.com/collections/workshops/products/october-8th-plant-bingo-strange-roots
Ready for a plant night that’s a little more competitive than our usual workshops?
Join Wander & Root at Strange Roots for Plant Bingo - an upbeat, plant-filled evening where we’ll play multiple rounds of bingo, sip something delicious, and give away some seriously good greenery.
October 8th | 6-8pm
📍 Strange Roots Experimental Ales (501 E Ohio St. Millvale, PA 15209)

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## 🎟 What’s Included

• 6 rounds of bingo
• One bingo card per round
• a dauber to use
• Multiple plant prizes awarded each round
• A small take-home plant for every guest
• Your first drink is on me!

Extra bingo cards will be available if you’re feeling lucky.

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## 🌱 The Prizes

We’re not talking tiny clearance plants.
Prizes throughout the night will include a mix of:

• Rare houseplants
• Large statement plants
• Hanging baskets
• Easy-care succulents & fan-favorite houseplants

Each round will feature multiple winners, and the final round will bring a little extra excitement.

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## 🌿 What to Expect

We’ll play six rounds with different winning patterns. Between rounds, I’ll share simple, practical tips about the plants up for grabs so that you’ll learn how to care for them whether you win one or not.
It’s a little more high-energy than my typical hands-on workshops, but still welcoming, beginner-friendly, and full of good community vibes.
Come solo or bring a friend. No plant experience required.

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## Important Details

• Spots are limited and must be reserved in advance.
• Due to space and materials purchased ahead of time, tickets are non-refundable (but they are transferable)
• No physical ticket required - your name will be checked in at the door.

Grab your seat, grab your drink, and let’s play for plants. 🌿