Don't send jokes and chain email to this alias but do send outdoors related mail that you find interesting to the alias.

Do organize hikes on your own instead of waiting for others and when doing so, give everybody at least a 2 day notice for the activity.

When you organize hikes, please send all details such as length, approx. hiking time, a brief description of the trail, elevation gain, etc. Use this template as a guide.

Be warned that the difficulty rating of most hiking books may not be the same for everyone. So, if you have not hiked before and/or do not believe that you are in good shape, start with the shorter hikes and then slowly move on to the tougher ones. Most of us are much better off now than we were in the beginning.

For long and short hikes, bring lots of drinking water and a snack or lunch.

Bring your camera. Most of the hikes we do are in beautiful places.

If you have any questions regarding hiking, camping etc., you might find the answer from someone on the alias. Do not hesitate to ask. 

The organizers are just providing you with guidelines regarding a hike/trail and nothing more. You are responsible for your own safety.

For hiking and backpacking I have found this checklist useful when choosing what to take.