"Urban Hiking is a walk in the city that sometimes leads off the beaten path." Richmond, Virginia | RVA
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Djimon Hounsou Foundation presents
6.19K Walk
6.19 kilometers | 3.85 miles
Our short distance of 6.19 kilometers (3.85 miles) is the ideal choice to run or walk with your entire family.
- Event Date: Sat, Sep 21
- Start/Finish: Kanawha Plaza, Richmond, VA
- Start Time: 8:45 AM
- Minimum Pace: 36 min/mile (1.7 mi/h | 2.7 km/h)
Our short distance of 6.19K allows you to experience Shockoe Bottom, Church Hill, Capitol District, Jackson Ward, and Gambles Hill by foot. It’s the ideal distance to walk with your entire family.
1st Sunday Hike
September 1, 2024 @10AM
Maymont Park Garden Trail
Meet/Park - VITA Trails
1000 Blanton Avenue, RVA 23221
2nd Sunday Hike
September 8, 2024 @7AM
The Capital Hike
Meet in front of Main Street Station
Park anywhere near the station
150 E. Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219
3rd Sunday Hike
September 15, 2024 @7AM
Reedy Creek Trail
Meet/Park on 22nd Street
600 W. 22nd Street, Richmond VA 23227
Saturday Hike
September 21, 2024 @8:45AM
6.19 WALK of the 16.19 Run/Walk
Meet/Park - Kanawha Plaza
E. Canal Street RVA 23219
4th Sunday
September 22, 2024 @11AM
~ An Invitation Only Event ~
Just a simple THANK YOU to all my Urban Hikers for making my Fitness Warriors' Class a success! I pray that your journey to continued health and wellness is afforded through Urban Hike Life, and on this day, I celebrate you❣️
Shalym El Benyahu
5th Sunday Hike
September 29, 2024 @7AM
The Church Hills
Meet/Park between The Boat House and The Kickstand
3100 Wharf Street, Richmond VA 23223
Quick Facts:
Duration: 1.0 hr. to 2.0 hours
Distance: 2/3 miles
Difficulty: Easy to moderate to difficult, mostly flat walk. Expect dirt paths, hills, some rocky terrain, and can include a couple of staircases.
What to wear: Sturdy tennis shoes or hiking boots recommended; long breathable pants, if you decide to wear shorts...we encourage wearing long socks, sunscreen, rainwear, multiple layers (as weather requires) are also recommended. Refrain from wearing perfume or scented lotions.🐝
What to bring: A light backpack to include water and snacks. Although not mandatory, walking sticks if desired. A hat, bug spray, a bag to dispose of food wrappers, and litter items.
LEAVE NO TRACE 🚫🚮
Weather concerns: Some light rain can make for an enjoyable walk with the right clothing! But in case of heavy rain or inclement weather, we will cancel.
Meeting location: Details included on Instagram, at RVAFitnessWarriors.org, as well as on this page. Follow us on all platforms to stay in the know.
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