Hello, and thanks for your interest in Gila Hikers, a group of Silver City area hikers who take turns organizing regular hikes and other outdoor adventures in the Gila National Forest and the Gila Wilderness.
Please note that Gila Hikers does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, marital status, sex, age, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. Participants are expected to be of sound mind and body, and to pay their own way. No special accommodations are offered for physical, mental or emotional disabilities, nor for financial hardship. Transportation to and from trailheads is not a given, and please leave your dog at home.
YOUR PARTICIPATION IN AN OUTING IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE OUTING LEADER. YOU MAY BE REMOVED FROM THE GROUP AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, AT THE DISCRETION OF THE ORGANIZERS.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY THAT ALL OUTING PARTICIPANTS MUST AGREE TO:
By submitting my member application, I acknowledge that during my participation in Gila Hikers events, I may be exposed to a variety of inherent and unavoidable hazards and risks. These inherent risks include, but are not limited to, the dangers of serious injury, property damage, and death from exposures to the hazards during the outing and during travel prior to and after the outing. I know that injuries and damages can occur by natural causes or activities of other persons, trip members, and the trip leader. I further understand that on this or any outing there may not be rescue or medical facilities or expertise necessary to deal with the injuries and damages to which I may be exposed.
Please complete the form below to apply for membership. If your application is accepted, you will be added to our mailing list and notified of upcoming hiking, camping and backpacking opportunities.