About this Event
Ambassador: Shanese Babcock
Arrive by: 9am
Hike starts at: 9:15am
Return approximately : 12:30pm, depending on how much exploring we do
Meetup point: Belle Isle Parking lot - 344 Tredegar St. Richmond, VA 23219
Difficulty (per AllTrails): Moderate. Going across the dry rocks is always different because of water level. If we get to the ladder and anyone doesn't feel comfortable climbing up, we can get back on trail a different way!
About this event: This will be a Belle Isle Adventure! Lots of opportunities for cool photos. A truly unique spot to Richmond! Getting there early will hopefully allow everyone to find parking easily. We'll take the suspended pedestrian bridge over the James River to get to the isle. Trail on the isle is mostly flat. We'll take a short route to get to the other side and access the dry rocks. We can go down and explore/make our way over to the ferrata-type ladder to get back onto the trail. We'll continue our loop around the perimeter, passing the Hollywood Rapids. There are small pools close to shore we may be able to take a quick dip in, if you feel comfortable. We'll end up back at the pedestrian bridge, cross and finish to the parking lot.
Who’s allowed?
o Men+ : No
o Children : Yes (use your discretion if you think they can keep up on the rocks. If they get in the water, you MUST be in with them.)
o Dogs : Yes (if you can lift them up the ladder and think they can navigate the rocks)
Links to trail: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/belle-isle-trails
https://www.visitrichmondva.com/things-to-do/outdoors/belle-isle/
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g60893-d10067712-Reviews-Belle_Isle-Richmond_Virginia.html
Fees: None
Parking: 344 Tredegar St. Richmond, VA 23219. If the lot is full, there is street parking further down.
Restrooms: Yes, on the isle
What to bring: Plenty of water, snacks, hat/sunscreen/bugspray, athletic footwear, water shoes if you plan to get into the water, something to take pictures with.
Weather contingency plan: If there are thunderstorms we will reschedule, otherwise we're on!
Education: I will bring a large trash bag for litter collection, hand sanitizer, and a few latex gloves. Please help keep the area clean if you feel so inclined.
How to receive updates and notifications: The Facebook event will have all updates/notifications, major changes will also be added to Eventbrite. As the date gets closer, you can text me at (850)525-9432 with your name and I will create a group chat. Also you can reach out through Facebook Messenger.
Notes: We want this event to be welcoming, accessible, and inclusive for everyone. Please reach out with any considerations (e.g., disability, wellness, cultural, etc.) you want us to know about in advance of the event.
***During the checkout process, you will be able to choose to donate to GWHVA. What will your donation do? It will fund the operations of GWHVA and fund plans to offer educational and wellness events to women+ of Virginia. Feedback from our group and Trailblazers will help determine how the donations are used. GWHVA is officially 501(c)3, Nonprofit organization...the fun and opportunities are just beginning! Every donation whether small or large is so greatly appreciated.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Belle Isle in Richmond, 344 Tredegar Street, Richmond, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 25.00
