What we’re about
We're an adults-only group that walks and hikes in VA, DC, and MD. There are no event or membership fees.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park + Yankey Farm Berry PickBristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park, Bristow, VA
Let's go for a hike at Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park!
After the hike, you can pick your own strawberries at Yankey Farm!
❶ What we'll do:
- From the parking area we'll follow the 1861-2 Trail to trace the events of the Battle of Kettle Run, August 27, 1862. After our return to the parking lot, we'll follow the 1863 Trail to trace the events of the Battle of Bristoe Station, October 14, 1863.
- The historic part of the hike is two modified loops, each around a mile and a half, for a total of 3 miles. The surface is dirt trails with gentle hills; a downhill slope to the southeast. At a moderate pace, with time to check out the markers and scenery, we should be done in a little over an hour.
- Since the historic trails are so short, we'll do a third leg from the parking area along Bristow Station Drive, around the small neighborhood duck pond and back to the parking area. The third leg adds almost another 2 miles, along sidewalks and paved paths, and will take an additional 45 minutes to an hour.
- Google map: https://tinyurl.com/yt9mkrzx
- After the hike, you can pick your own strawberries at Yankey Farm, 11812 Bristow Rd, Bristow, VA 20136. The cost is $35 per gallon (self-picked) or $40 (already picked). If you want to pick strawberries, you must make a reservation at or after 8 pm on May 16th here: http://www.yankeyfarms.com/strawberry_patch.htm
❷ How to get there: The street address of the park headquarters is 10501 Tenth Alabama Wy, Bristow, VA 20136. From the I-495 Capital Beltway (either directions, take I-66 W and drive southeast for 11 miles. Exit right onto Sully Rd and follow VA-28/Centreville Rd for 11 miles. Turn left onto VA-619 E, drive 0.4 miles, and turn right onto Iron Brigade Unit Ave. At the traffic circle, take the third right onto Tenth Alabama Way. The parking lot will be on your right. See https://goo.gl/maps/c7CcYyacB7KYb7Nn8
❸ What to bring: Water, comfy shoes, and your furry friend if desired (leashes, please). Sunscreen and shades are recommended; bug spray might be a good idea. Dogs are not allowed at Yankey Farm.
❹ Weather: The forecast is partly cloudy and a high of 85F, with 8 mph SW winds and an 11-24% chance of showers. Updates: https://tinyurl.com/2p8uycde
❺ Advisory: As a reminder, this is an adult group, and you are ultimately responsible for your own safety and well-being during events. No one under 18 years of age is allowed at this event, either as members or as guests, to include babies in carriers and/or strollers.
❻ Administrative stuff: There are no restrooms or drinking fountains at the park. See below for a couple of likely commercial establishments for a pit stop en route to the hike.
❼ Notes:
- Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park, Bristow, VA 20136. https://tinyurl.com/2p8h93d2
- McDonald's, 9900 Pennsylvania Ave, Manassas, VA 20110
- Sheetz, 11627 Nokesville Rd, Bristow, VA 20136
- Yankey Farm, 11812 Bristow Rd, Bristow, VA 20136, http://www.yankeyfarms.com/
- Old Town Alexandria + Festival of Speed & StyleCapital Bikeshare Station, Alexandria, VA
Let's enjoy a walk in Old Town and check out the Old Town Festival of Speed & Style!
❶ What we'll do:
- Starting from the Capital Bikeshare Station on Diagonal Road, we'll walk through Old Town Alexandria, ending up in the Market Square area to check out the cars displayed along 200-500 King Street.
- The walk is 4.75 miles and should take about 2 hours. The surface is paved throughout, with inclines here and there and steps in places. This is an easy walk.
- Google map: https://tinyurl.com/nufwbhph
❷ How to get there:
- Metro: King Street Station is on the Blue and Yellow Lines.
- Driving: From I-395, take VA-7 / King Street east about 2.8 miles. Take the first right after passing under the railroad (Daingerfield Street), and an immediate right onto Diagonal Road. From US-1 / Richmond Highway, follow King Street west 0.5 miles, take a sharp left onto Daingerfield, and the first right onto Diagonal Road. There is free parallel parking in the area, especially along streets a block north of King Street and beyond, and west of the tracks along Commonwealth and adjoining streets.
❸ What to bring: Water and comfy shoes. You can bring your furry friend (leashes, please), but the car show discourages them because of loud noises.
❹ Weather: It's too early to see the forecast! Updates: https://tinyurl.com/yc4vjjnm
❺ Advisory: As a reminder, this is an adult group, and you are ultimately responsible for your own safety and well-being during events. No one under 18 years of age is allowed at this event, either as members or as guests, to include babies in carriers and/or strollers.
❻ Administrative stuff: There are restrooms at commercial establishments near our meetup point, at the Torpedo Factory, and at the Ramsey House (Alexandria Visitor Center).
❼ Notes:
- Old Town Festival of Speed & Style: https://festivalofspeedandstyle.com/home
- Old Town Festival of Speed & Style at VisitAlexandria.com: https://visitalexandria.com/events/old-town-festival-of-speed-style/
