About us
This Reading and Nature Walk Meetup takes walks in a group and then stops someplace scenic along the way to read in nature (or journal, meditate, make art, etc.). Everyone reads what they want, no preparation required. Then we walk back. Along the way participants can talk about what they're reading, or anything else. Anyone who likes nature and reading, and who will listen as much as they talk to others, is welcome!
This group is a great way to meet and get to know people who both enjoy walking in nature and reading and talking about books and ideas. Groups are usually small, and there are a good number of "regulars" so it's easy to get to know people.
Hikes are typically on weekends, late afternoon or early evening, though sometimes we'll do morning ones too. Lately our locations have mostly been on the western side of the Triangle (closer to Durham/Chapel Hill/Hillsborough) though we're open to doing more on the Raleigh/Cary side too - send your suggestions!
Events usually have relatively small limits on participation (15-30 people), partly because of limited parking at the hike locations, and partly to keep the groups small enough to foster conversation and not feel like an army marching through the woods! Because of this, there will often be waitlists after the registration limit is reached. If you do sign up for an event and later find out that you can no longer participate, please change your RSVP so your spot will become available for someone on the waitlist. And if you're on the waitlist, keep an eye out for late cancellations that might open a spot for you.
Participation in any of the events organized by this group are at your own risk. These hikes are on public and well-used trails, but there may be dangers like tripping over tree roots, snake or insect bites, poison ivy, or other unpredictable risks. By joining this event you agree not to hold the organizers responsible for any injuries, and that you understand that you participate at your own risk.
These hikes are for humans only. We know some participants would like to bring their dog along, and that you consider your dog to be well behaved, but we'd like to keep a focus on the comfort and safety of all the people on these walks, so please leave pets at home. Thanks!
Featured event
Eno Confluence nature walk and read
Join us for a Sunday afternoon walk at the Eno River Confluence Natural Area north-west of Hillsborough. On this hike we'll walk the Two Forks trail and Rocky Water Path (in red and yellow on this map), with our reading stop along the meadow (black dotted path on the map), for a total of about 2.5 miles. This is a relatively easy trail, but may be muddy so wear shoes with good grip. You can see our specific route here: https://www.komoot.com/tour/3306199135 If you arrive late, follow the direction of the arrows on this map to catch up with us.
The Confluence Natural Area is so named because the East and West Forks of the Eno River flow from the north to merge here, thus forming the Eno River. This former farm has a long history stretching back to the late 1700s. Remnants of an old mill can still be visited by following the trails. In addition, this section of the river is a Nationally Significant Natural Heritage area, and home to populations of multiple rare plant species.
We'll meet at 4:00pm on Sunday October 18 in the parking lot of the Eno Confluence Natural Area: 4214 Highland Farm Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278. https://maps.app.goo.gl/W2NRYeDyRqcNRbsU9 We'll aim to be back the the parking lot by 6pm.
We hope to see some of the "regulars" there, and to meet new folks! This group is a great way to meet people who both enjoy walking in nature and reading and talking about books and ideas. It's a fun group, with friendly people.
A couple of other notes:
- If you sign up and later realize you can no longer come, please change your RSVP to indicate that, so it will open up your space for someone on the waitlist, and so we know not to wait for you at the trailhead.
- If you're on the waitlist, check Meetup up to the day of the event, because often people drop out late and spaces open up at the last minute.
- We’ll still plan to walk if it’s drizzling or raining lightly. But if there’s heavy rain or extreme heat or cold in the forecast, we’ll reschedule and send a notice by the morning of the event to people who have registered.
- Participation in this hike and any of the events organized by this group are at your own risk. These hikes are on public and well-used trails, but there may be dangers like tripping over tree roots, snake or insect bites, poison ivy, or other unpredictable risks. By joining this event you agree not to hold the organizers responsible for any injuries, and that you understand that you participate at your own risk.
See you soon!
Upcoming events
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Eno Confluence nature walk and read
Confluence Natural Area, 4214 Highland Farm Rd, Hillsborough, NC, USJoin us for a Sunday afternoon walk at the Eno River Confluence Natural Area north-west of Hillsborough. On this hike we'll walk the Two Forks trail and Rocky Water Path (in red and yellow on this map), with our reading stop along the meadow (black dotted path on the map), for a total of about 2.5 miles. This is a relatively easy trail, but may be muddy so wear shoes with good grip. You can see our specific route here: https://www.komoot.com/tour/3306199135 If you arrive late, follow the direction of the arrows on this map to catch up with us.
The Confluence Natural Area is so named because the East and West Forks of the Eno River flow from the north to merge here, thus forming the Eno River. This former farm has a long history stretching back to the late 1700s. Remnants of an old mill can still be visited by following the trails. In addition, this section of the river is a Nationally Significant Natural Heritage area, and home to populations of multiple rare plant species.
We'll meet at 4:00pm on Sunday October 18 in the parking lot of the Eno Confluence Natural Area: 4214 Highland Farm Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278. https://maps.app.goo.gl/W2NRYeDyRqcNRbsU9 We'll aim to be back the the parking lot by 6pm.
We hope to see some of the "regulars" there, and to meet new folks! This group is a great way to meet people who both enjoy walking in nature and reading and talking about books and ideas. It's a fun group, with friendly people.
A couple of other notes:
- If you sign up and later realize you can no longer come, please change your RSVP to indicate that, so it will open up your space for someone on the waitlist, and so we know not to wait for you at the trailhead.
- If you're on the waitlist, check Meetup up to the day of the event, because often people drop out late and spaces open up at the last minute.
- We’ll still plan to walk if it’s drizzling or raining lightly. But if there’s heavy rain or extreme heat or cold in the forecast, we’ll reschedule and send a notice by the morning of the event to people who have registered.
- Participation in this hike and any of the events organized by this group are at your own risk. These hikes are on public and well-used trails, but there may be dangers like tripping over tree roots, snake or insect bites, poison ivy, or other unpredictable risks. By joining this event you agree not to hold the organizers responsible for any injuries, and that you understand that you participate at your own risk.
See you soon!
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