Sun, Nov 12
|Manassas National Battlefield Park
Hike & Wine Excursion - Year's End Walk of Reflection
Spend Veterans Day with ACT3 Explorations as we take this time to reflect on 2023. Take a guided hike combined with journaling, then enjoy a private wine tasting and lunch at a local winery.
Time & Location
Nov 12, 2023, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST
Manassas National Battlefield Park, 6511 Sudley Rd, Manassas, VA 20109, USA
About the event
UPDATE: Only "Hike Only" tickets are available. All other tickets are sold out.
If you are still interested in the excursion and wish to join the waitlist, click here to compete the Waitlist Form. If a participant cancels, we will reach out to the 1st person on the list. If we do not hear back from that person with 3 hrs, we will reach out to the next person, and so on.
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Spend Veteran's Day with ACT3 Explorations as we take this time to reflect on 2023. Take a guided 5 mile hike, combined with journaling through Manassas National Battlefield Park. You will be provided with a journal and journaling prompts that will help you reflect on your year's goals, wins and losses, lessons, tribulations, and more.
After the hike, we will drive together to The Winery at Bull Run for a private wine tasting and lunch.
As our last excursion of the year, we want to commemorate Veterans Day and make this a time of not just reflection, but of remembrance.
Veteran's and Active Duty Military personnel are able to attend at a discounted rate.
Just select the "Wine Only" ticket option.
(Please read through all event details and FAQs)
The Hike and Wine Excursion includes:
- 5 mile Hiking experience (beginner level)
- Journal and pen
- Private wine tasting with a Wine flight of 6 wines
- Souvenir Wine glass
- Lunch
- Make & Take Activity
- Bottle of wine Raffle entry
- Freebie takeaways
The Winery at Bull Run
15950 Lee Hwy, Centreville, VA 20120
Additional food can be purchased on site.
SHUTTLE INFORMATION:
- If you need a ride to the venue, select "Yes" to the question "Need shuttle transportation" on the registration form
- We will be carpooling from a central metro station. Details will be confirmed and then sent by email.
Know Before You Go!
Adult-only event - this gives you the opportunity to meet other adventure-seeking adults in the area
Hiking Trail Details:
- dirt and gravel, primarily flat terrain
- moments of steep inclines and declines
- Keep in mind that even though the terrain is primarily flat, this is a 5 mile hike, estimated 2.5 hours.
- We will be keeping a steady pace, with moments of rest to provide the opportunity to journal your thoughts. Endurance is key for this hike.
!!! Know your comfort level:
- If you have never hiked before: this trail will be moderate
- If you are fit, but not a hiker: this trail will be easy to slightly moderate
- If you are a normal/regular hiker: this trail will be easy
- If you are an avid to fit hiker: this trail maybe a breeze! However, come along for the group experience.
Every participant must complete the mandatory Accident Waiver and Release of Liability Form prior to the excursion.
(the waiver will be included in the confirmation, excursion detailed and reminder emails)
Questions?
Check the FAQ. If we did not answer your question, use the chat feature to get in touch with us or email: info@act3explorations
*Virginia law requires an individual to be at least 21 years of age to purchase, possess, or consume alcohol. Virginia law prohibits attempted purchase or possession of alcohol by a person under age 21.*
Tickets
Hike Only ticket (No wine)
Includes lunch | souvenir wine glass | activities
$45.00+$1.13 service feeSale ended
Total
$0.00
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What is this trail's hiking/biking level & terrain?October Hike & Wine Excursion: Beginner Level. The path has inclines and rocky/dirt terrain. October Bike & Wine Excursion: Beginner Level. Smooth, paved path. November Hike Excursion: Beginner Level. Dirt & rock path. Some slightly steep inclines, but easy to hike.
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Can I buy more wine at the winery?Absolutely, you can, but you will have to pay separately.
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What does the ticket cost include?Hike & Wine Participation and Hosting Fee Wine Flight (view event details for specifics) Full Lunch Guided group hike experience Souvenir Wine Glass Make & Take Craft Kayak & Wine Participation and Hosting Fee Wine Flight (view event details for specifics) Refreshments (depending on the event; check event details) Guided group kayaking experience Souvenir Wine Glass Make & Take Craft Group activity Bike & Wine Participation and Hosting Fee Wine Flight (view event details for specifics) Refreshments (depending on the event; check event details) Guided group biking experience Souvenir Wine Glass Make & Take Craft Yoga & Wine Participation and Hosting Fee Wine Flight (view event details for specifics) Refreshments (depending on the event; check event details) Guided group kayaking experience Souvenir Wine Glass Make & Take Craft
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Can I bring my pet?Service animals, as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act and any other national, state, or local law, are of course welcome. If you require the use of the animal to enjoy the excursion, we strongly encourage the use of an identifying vest, harness, cape, or leash, so other Wanderfest patrons do not attempt to pet or play with your service animal. We know that pets are a part of the family, but not everyone can safely or comfortably be around them. To be respectful to all attendees and our host venue, please leave your pets home or make other arrangements. Thank you for your understanding.
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Is this event rain or shine?Kayak & Wine Excursion: No, if the weather is severe, including lightening & thunder, the rain date will be the following day. Hike & Wine Excursion: Yes. Our outdoor activity portion (hiking) is an outdoor activity. Therefore, it is rain or shine. We will check the weather periodically 24 hours prior to the event. If there is a severe weather warning, such as lightning/thunderstorm, we will notify all participants and reschedule the event.
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Are there restrooms?Hike & Wine Excursion - There are no bathrooms at the park. There are bathrooms at the winery, but it will not be available until we finish the hike. - Snicker's Gap: outhouse -Cunningham Falls: portable potty -Hemlock Overlook/Paradise Springs: no bathroom at the park; restrooms at the winery -Manassas Battlefield Park - bathroom in the visitor center Kayak & Wine Excursion - Yes, there are bathrooms on site at the marina and at the restaurant. Yoga & Wine Excursion - Sept. 28th - Yes, there is a bathroom at the winery. Bike & Wine Excursion - Yes, inside Leesburg Junction building Hike Excursion - Nov. 2nd Yes, there is a restroom in the park.
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Event Refund & Cancellation PolicyAll excursion tickets are non-refundable and non-deferrable. Tickets can be transferred by request up to 48 hours (2 days) before the time of the excursion start time. For ticket transfer request please email info@act3explorations.com. ACT3 Explorations reserves the right to cancel an event due to circumstances that would make the event non-viable. Examples of such circumstances would include, but are not limited to, inclement weather and low event participation. If ACT3 Explorations cancels an event, participants will be offered a full refund. If an event is postponed, participants will have the option of receiving a full refund or transferring registration to the same event at the future date.
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What to wear and bring?Hike & Wine Excursion Hiking boots are recommended Bug Spray (spring & summer months) Small backpack Water bottle Light snack (if you choose) Extra pair of clothes/ Body wipes Walk Stick (not required, but it will help to have it) Kayak & Wine Excursion Water shoes or sandals (similar to Teva) Sunglasses Wide-brimmed hat Sunblock Long-sleeve top and pants Lightweight water bottle Extra pair of clothes Towel Bike & Wine Excursion Closed-toe shoes Helmet (if applicable) Water bottle Small backpack Extra pair of clothes Towel Yoga & Wine Excursion Yoga/stretching mat Water bottle Towel
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What are the dates and times of the sessions?Dates are scheduled from Monday through Friday. Time: after 4pm-8pm At the time of booking, you can select your date and time. Weekend service times are available by special request. Once the session time is established, each following session will be the same day and time unless requested in advance.
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What should I bring to the session?Notebook and pencil to write notes Downloadable Japanese Study Guide will be sent via email 2 days prior to the 1st scheduled session
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What will be taught?Casual, beginner level Japanese skills Only speaking and listening (no reading and writing) If you are interested in learning to read and write, please reach out to me directly to discuss further. Email me
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Japanese Session PolicyIf you are interested in the learning Japanese, you must book a minimum of 3 sessions. See our Japanese Sessions Policy page for more information.