**Date:** November 3rd, 2024
**Time:** 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
**Location:** Lockhart State Park, Rattlesnake Run Trail
Join [Latino Outdoors](https://latinooutdoors.org/), [The Herbal Action Project](https://herbalactionproject.com/), [Connect and Hike](https://connectandhike.com/), and [San Antonio Plus-Sized Hikers](https://www.facebook.com/satxhikinggals) for a collaborative event at Lockhart State Park! We’ll gather for **pan dulce** from **8:30-9:00 AM**, with the hike starting at **9:00 AM**.
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### Organization Involved
**Latino Outdoors** is an organization dedicated to expanding outdoor opportunities for Latino communities. Through hikes and other outdoor activities, they build a community that promotes diversity, leadership, and connection to nature.
**The Herbal Action Project** brings knowledge of plants and herbs to outdoor adventures. At this event, they will offer a plant identification session to deepen your understanding of the local ecosystem.
**San Antonio Plus-Sized Women’s Hikers** fosters an inclusive environment for people of all sizes to explore nature and engage in physical activity. Their mission is to make hiking accessible and welcoming to everyone.
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### Trail Information
– 🏞️ **Lockhart State Park: Rattlesnake Run**
– 📏 **Trail Length:** 2.9 miles
– 🔄 **Route Type:** Loop
– 🚗 **Parking Info:** [Google Maps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/j9a9ugmqo7aqZe7r9)
– 🌐 **Trail Info:** [Rattlesnake Run Trail](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/texas/rattlesnake-run)
– 📍 **Social Location:** [Black’s Barbecue](https://maps.app.goo.gl/QwJPhQEL4vPqTP4X9) (optional after hike)
– 💚 **Supporting Organization:** [Herbal Action Project](https://herbalactionproject.com/) (Plant I.D. Session)
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### Reserve Your Spot
**Reserve your day pass in advance** for the 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM slot starting on [October 6th](https://texasstateparks.reserveamerica.com/deDetails.do). Please note, there is a $3 entry fee if you don’t have a Texas State Park Pass.
We encourage carpooling to reduce your environmental footprint. Please remember, *”Give a Hoot, Don’t Pollute!”*
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### Hydration Reminder
We recommend bringing at least 1 liter of water or two small water bottles. For those interested in tailoring their hydration needs based on the intensity and duration of the hike, feel free to use our [Hike Fuel Calculator](https://connectandhike.com/hike-fuel-calculator/). It provides personalized recommendations to ensure you stay properly hydrated throughout the event.
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### Prepare for an Enriching Experience
Following the hike, you’re invited to join us for an optional meal at [Black’s Barbecue](https://maps.app.goo.gl/QwJPhQEL4vPqTP4X9). This is a great opportunity to relax, reflect, and engage with fellow participants in a casual setting. We look forward to sharing this memorable adventure with you on the trail!
