NOVA Trailblazers
Hiking and Backpacking
Looking for hike-minded people? Look no further
Who Are We?
What Do We Do?
Established 2024
This group is for hiking and backpacking enthusiasts in their 20s to 40s, though we do accept people of all ages. Our group is largely informal, with events mostly consisting of backpacking trips with day hikes as schedules permit. New members are always welcome regardless of skill level.
If you think you might be interested but aren't quite sure, feel free to attend one of our occasional informal meetings/happy hours to meet some organizers and find out what we have scheduled.
Where Are We?
As the name of the group might suggest, NOVA Trailblazers is based in northern Virginia, right outside of DC. While a majority of our events will be within 4 hours of the DC metro area, we may do some extended trips to exotic locations. We post all events on Meetup.com (click the button at the top of this page to get to our Meetup page).
Why Join Us?
If you want to see new things and meet new people, this group will make that a reality. And yes, all of the pictures below are "real" and taken first hand. Join us on our next adventure, I can guarantee you won't regret it. Plus, you'll be supporting a community of passionate outdoor enthusiasts who want to give back and make the outdoors exciting for the next generation of hikers!
NOVA Trailblazers
Hiker Happy Hour
Does disappearing into the wilderness with a group of strangers put you on edge? Then come to a casual happy hour and get to know us first. This is a great time to meet your fellow outdoor enthusiasts and get connected - without needing to gear up. We run Hiker Happy Hours monthly.