Hi all, this is being organized by one of our members Ed.  Any questions please direct them to him. 

Bear Canyon Hike plus optional vegan lunch at Annapurna's. 

Time: October 21 - 9:30 AM

Location: Michael M. Emery Trailhead, High Desert St, Albuquerque, NM 87111 (meet near the rock benches)

Let's use our vegan energy to explore the scenic trails of Bear Canyon!

We will enjoy beautiful wildflowers, rock formations, views of the city below, with supportive company. A somewhat challenging but not-too-difficult hike of about 4 miles on a combination of trails. There are a few long hills, and there are a few steep hills, but there are no long, steep hills. I expect the hike to take about 1.5 hours. I'd like to keep it to no more than about 2 hours, so if it's running long we might opt for some short cuts. Bring water!

As a post hike option:  Early lunch at nearby Annapurna's World Vegetarian Cafe at 5200 Eubank NE Suite E7 Albuquerque, NM 87111 (cross street Spain) Most dishes at Annapurna's are either vegan or can be made vegan. Please use care in ordering as some dishes at Annapurna's do contain dairy. Please respect all members of this ABQ Vegan Meetup event by ensuring that any food we bring along for the hike or order at the restaurant is completely plant-based (no meat, no dairy, no eggs, and no honey). If you are planning to join for the lunch, it would be helpful if you would post a comment to that effect with your RSVP. See you on the trail!