HIKE SANTA...A Winter Mystery Hike Experience

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Jingle Boots, Jingle All The Trails

Step into a snowy adventure with Friendscave! Join us for Hike Santa, a mystery winter hike that brings community, laughter, and a touch of holiday magic.

This is your chance to:

• Explore a secret winter wonderland outside Chicago (revealed only to ticket holders!)
• Connect and network with other Friendscave members
• Enjoy a moderate snow hike — adventure lovers and winter enthusiasts welcome

Date & Time: December 13, 7:00 AM – 1PM (but plan for a 7-8 hours adventure shift!)
Meetup Location: Roosevelt CTA Red Line Station | 1160 S. State Street, Chicago, IL 60605

Trip Logistics (Time Estimates):

1. Meet at Roosevelt CTA Red Line – 7:00 AM
2. Walk together to Millennium Station – ~15 min
3. Board Metra UP‑North Line toward mystery destination – ~1 hr 5–10 min train ride
4. Walk from the station to mystery hike starting point – ~5–10 min
5. Trip agenda will be shared upon arrival at Roosevelt CTA red line

Weather: The hike will continue regardless of weather, including snow or cold — come prepared with winter gear. Only a national emergency would cancel the event.

1. Student Ticket – $5. Access to the hike and group activities. Networking & community experience
2. Regular Working Professional – $10. Access to the hike and group activities. Networking & community experience
3. VIP Working Professional – $20. Access to the hike and group activities. Networking & community experience. VIPs will be entered into a 2026 raffle to get FC hiking swag!

Note: All ticket sales are final – no refunds. Snow or snow, we will go on the adventure. Only in case of national or state emergency then we will reschedule and tickets can be used for rescheduled event.

• Dress warmly: winter boots, layered clothing, gloves, hat, traction gear if needed
• Bring: water, snacks, camera/phone, optional journal or small blanket
• Hiking level: Beginner friendly always

• Name Tags: All participants will receive a name tag at check-in.
• Name tags must be worn at all times during the hike for identification and safety.
• Waiver of Liability & Safety Protocol: All participants are required to sign a waiver of liability issued by the State of Illinois and Friendscave.
• By signing, participants acknowledge the inherent risks of winter hiking and agree to participate responsibly. Important: You cannot join the hike without completing the waiver and wearing your name tag.

• Admin-only WhatsApp Group: After ticket purchase, you’ll be added for real-time event updates, last-minute changes, and reminders. Do not call or text the organizer directly. Friendscave Slack Community: Connect globally with other members, share experiences, and network before and after the event. Accessible via the link in bio. Email: All official instructions for how to join Whatsapp real time trip udate chat will be shared via email to registered participants.

Event Vibe:
Friendscave adventures are all about connection, exploration, and creating memorable moments — and this hike is no exception!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

1167 South State Street, Chicago, Illinois 60605, USA, United States

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