Yes, the hiking plan sounds good. I checked the trail conditions yesterday and they reported that the path is mostly clear with a few muddy patches near the creek. We should bring trekking poles if we have them, especially for the steep section after the second mile. Also, the weather forecast is calling for partly cloudy skies with a chance of a light shower around midday, so packing a lightweight rain shell would be wise. I think we should start at 6:30 to avoid the afternoon heat. There is a parking lot at the trailhead that can hold about twenty cars, but it fills up fast on weekends. I will bring extra water and some snacks. Let me know if anyone has dietary restrictions so I can plan accordingly. Also, I wanted to mention that there is a great viewpoint about halfway where we can take a break and take pictures. We should also download the offline map, because cell service is spotty once we get deeper into the wooded area. I think that covers the main points. Let me know if you need me to bring anything else.
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Yes, I can bring the dessert for the book club meeting on Friday. I was thinking of making a lemon tart since it keeps well and is not too heavy. Our host mentioned that there might be about twelve people, so I will make enough for everyone. I also wanted to ask if anyone needs a ride because I can pick up from the north side. The meeting starts at 7, so I plan to arrive a little early to help set up chairs. We are discussing the mystery novel this month, and I still have a few chapters to finish. I hope we can also decide on the next book before we leave. Let me know if you have a preference – I was thinking of a historical fiction title but I am open to suggestions. Also, do we need to bring our own drinks or will there be something provided? I can bring a bottle of sparkling water if needed. I will confirm with Janice about the dessert choice. Let me know if you need anything else.