• Banff Film Fest Screening at OCC

    Robert B. Moore Theater Orange Coast College 2701, Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA, US

    This event is held on Tuesday March 10, and Wed March 11. Different films will be screened each day. A ticket only gets you in one night. The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026 is an international film festival that brings the best adventure and outdoor films to audiences around the world. Friends of […]

  • I: Winter Bus Trip to Mammoth Mountain

    Bouquet Canyon Road Bouquet Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA, US

    Resort ski or snowboard on Mammoth Mtn. Daily backcountry (BC) ski tours and leisurely paced snowshoe tours with the leaders. Cross-country ski (XC) on your own at Tamarack. Newcomers & non-skiers welcome. Tons of stuff to do in Mammoth in winter. Hotel in Mammoth Lakes, double occupancy, 2 beds/private bath, close to shopping, night life, […]

  • Get the Gear! Hiking, backpacking, and Camping Essentials

    Sports Basement Kalama River Avenue 10800, Fountain Valley, CA, United States

    Everything you need to get started or refine your kit. Having trouble deciding what shoes, backpack, or hydration system is best for you? We'll show you the pros and cons of various options and demonstrate tried and tested gear to help you make great selections. We'll identify must haves, nice to haves, thing worth investing […]

 

Trail statistics are approximate. For safety purposes always assume they are underestimated. But don’t be disappointed if they are overestimated. Bring more water and snacks than you think you’ll need.

Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly.

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