First, you do not need to camp with us, or go to all the activities. You can just join us for the parts of the weekend you like. Here are the details:

CAMPING: There will be a per person charge of about $5 to camp at BRCES.
http://brces.org/...

Please pay the $5.32 RSVP fee upfront for each person in your party that will be camping. Since we are making a commitment to BRCES for the campsite, we also need you to commit as well so we can give them accurate numbers. If you're unsure, then do not RSVP 'yes' until you are. The $.32 is to cover the cost Meetup charges us for the fee setting.

ACTIVITIES: We will be hiking, eating, touring Breaux Vineyards, maybe a visit to Harpers Ferry for a walk and an ice cream (one for the pups too!), swim in the pond, etc... And of course we will be having a potluck cookout!
http://www.breauxvine...

ITINERARY:
Friday night: I will be at the campsite Friday night. If any of you will be joining me Friday night, please email me and let me know so I can make arrangements with you.
Saturday morning about 9am: Amy will lead a hike on the BRCES grounds. There are a variety of trails of varying lengths, so we'll decide then how far to go, depending on level of interest. For those of you who do not camp Friday night, please meet us at the campsite by 9am to join Amy.
Saturday afternoon about 1pm: I will set off up the road a couple miles to Breaux Vineyard. You can take your pooch into the tasting room. We'll have wine and snacks there on Breaux's beautiful grounds, then head back to camp about 6pm. You may either meet me at the campsite by 1pm, or join us at Breaux between 1 and 6.
Saturday evening: When we return to camp at about 6pm, we'll start breaking out the food and firing up the grill. You may meet us at the campsite at about 6pm.
Saturday night: Amy may lead a night hike on the trails at BRCES, depending on level of interest. I will be leading the continued feasting at the camp. So, you will have the choice of either.
Sunday morning: I anticipate most folks will break camp. I will lead a group to the beautiful little town of Harper's Ferry around 10-11 am. For Harper's Ferry, please meet us at the campsite by 10am.

WHAT TO BRING:
For your dog: Plenty of water, food, water and food bowls, leash, poo bags, first aid kit if you have one, a light for your dog's collar is handy to have too.
For the potluck: Your own beverages, a dish to share (salad, dessert), and something to grill. I will bring some wings but there may not be enough for everyone. Bring some burgers, or bratwurst, or kebobs, etc. Also, anyone who has a grill should bring it too, just in case. Never can have too many grills and coolers!
For hiking and camping: Be sure to bring your hiking clothes and shoes. Also bring a head lantern for doing stuff (including hiking) at night. Bring the usual camping gear and chairs. There are showers on site, so bring your shower stuff.
Other: Don't forget your camera!! Also you may wish to bring wet weather gear in case it rains.

SPEAKING OF WEATHER:
It's still a little far out to have a good idea of what the weather will do. Since just about everything we do will be outside, a soggy weekend will not be fun. We will keep an eye on the forecast and update those who RSVP 'yes' on that detail.

CONTACT INFO:
Closer to the date, I will send out cell phone numbers to everyone who RSVPs 'yes'. I will also send out directions to the campsite, Breaux, and Harper's Ferry town to those who RSVP 'yes'.

If you have any questions, please contact Holly or Amy.

Thanks!

Holly and Max, Amy and Ripley

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I want to do something with Ripley for the 4th of July this year but he's afraid of fireworks. So, let's head out to the hills for some hiking, a visit to a local winery, camping, star gazing, a cookout, etc...

This will be a combined event with VA Adventure Dogs.

Details will be posted soon re: location, time, activities, etc... but go ahead and put us on the calendar and come out and celebrate Independence Day with your pooch!

If you have any questions, please contact Holly or me.

Thanks,
Amy