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SUMMARY:FALL 2025 BACKBONE TRAIL 2024 #4 - Newton Canyon to Mishe Mokwa
DESCRIPTION:Our fourth Fall 2025 Backbone Trail hike in the Santa Monica Mountains is 16 mile\, 2500 gain outing from the Newton Canyon Backbone Trailhead to the Mishe Mokwa Trailhead on the BBT. The outing will take us through Newton\, Zuma\, Trancas and Encinal Canyons then the Etz Meloy Trail\, the newest addition to the BBT\, with views of Triunfo Pass and the Boney Mountains\, to end at the Mishe Mokwa Trailhead. Bring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and a good attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels. \nThis is a Sierra Club hike\, so participants must sign in\, carry their medical form\, and hike between the leader and sweep. We ask you to print it out and carry it with you\, but the form will be available at the trailhead as well or you can download the form here. http://bitly.com/scmedicalform \nTRAILHEAD LOCATION: We will meet at 8:00 AM at the Mishe Mokwa Trailhead. From PCH go north 7 miles on Yerba Buena Road to the Mishe Mokwa trailhead parking area on the right\, one mile east of Circle X Ranch. \nCAR SHUTTLE: From the meeting point at the Mishe Mokwa Trailhead we will car shuttle 11 miles via Little Sycamore Canyon and Mullholland Highway and Encinal Canyon to the Newton Canyon Trailhead on Kanan Dume.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/fall-2025-backbone-trail-2024-4-newton-canyon-to-mishe-mokwa/
LOCATION:Mishe Mokwa Trailhead\, Yerba Buena & Backbone Trail\, Calabassas\, CA\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T180000
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SUMMARY:Get to Know Catalina Island
DESCRIPTION:How well do you know Catalina Island? \nWhether you’re curious about a day trip\, a romantic weekend\, or an adventurous through hike\, join us to learn about what you can see and do\, and what you need to prepare for a trip to our local island. \n* Ferry locations\, prices\, schedule\, discounts.\n* Activities for casual day or weekend getaways.\n* Beaches\, coves\, day hikes\, kayaking\, and more.\n* Through hiking\, the TCT (permits\, stats\, drop offs\, pro-tips)\n* Fun-facts about the island history and its Bison.\n* Additional Resources.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/get-to-know-catalina-island/
LOCATION:Sports Basement\, Kalama River Avenue 10800\, Fountain Valley\, CA\, 92708\, United States
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SUMMARY:FALL 2025 BACKBONE TRAIL 2024 #5 – Mishe Mokwa to La Jolla Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Our fifth and last Fall 2025 Backbone Trail hike in the Santa Monica Mountains will be 17 miles on the BBT on the Sandstone Peak\, Chamberlain\, Blue Canyon\, Wood Canyon\, and Ray Miller Trails before finishing the La Jolla Campground. Bring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and a good attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels. \nThis is a Sierra Club hike\, so participants must sign in\, carry their medical form\, and hike between the leader and sweep. We ask you to print it out and carry it with you\, but the form will be available at the trailhead as well or you can download the form here. http://bitly.com/scmedicalform \nTRAILHEAD LOCATION: We will meet initially at 8:00 AM outside the La Jolla Campground on PCH just south of the entrance (Ray Miller Trailhead). From the PCH\, the La Jolla Campground Parking Area is 4.9 miles northwest of Yerba Buena Road (Neptune’s Net); or 4.2 miles southeast of Las Posas Road. Go past the yellow gate into the parking area or park along the shoulder (on the east side of PCH). \nCAR SHUTTLE: From La Jolla Canyon\, we will car shuttle 17 miles up the long and winding Yerba Buena to the Mishe Mokwa trailhead.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/fall-2025-backbone-trail-2024-5-mishe-mokwa-to-la-jolla-canyon/
LOCATION:Ray Miller Canyon Trailhead\, pacific coast highway & la jolla canyon\, malibu\, CA\, US
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SUMMARY:Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Informational Posting Only – See Website at www.wildernesstravelcourse.org\nINFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY\nwww.wildernesstravelcourse.org\nDear Group Members\, particularly the recent swell of new\, never-been-backpacking-before-but-want-to-start members: There is a great Sierra Club opportunity that is about to begin….an opportunity that only happens one time each year and it is one of the best outdoor learning experiences the Sierra Club has to offer. This is the Angeles Chapter Wilderness Travel Course (WTC). Some of you have taken the course and are now leaders and/or knowledgeable hikers. For those of you who have not\, enrollment in WTC is something you should consider now. The Wilderness Travel Course helps build outdoor skills so hikers can be safe in the backcountry. The course runs for ten weeks and includes four field trips (two one day and two weekend outings). Students learn map and compass navigation skills for competent hiking off-trail\, snow travel\, rock scrambling techniques\, first aid\, nutrition and lots more. The course is followed by unforgettable experience backpacking trips\, most of which take place in the High Sierra\, Sequoia and Yosemite during the summer months.\nWTC moves you from being a day hiker to a more serious adventurer. You will acquire skills in trip planning\, preparation\, equipment and wilderness safety to take you into the backcountry in all seasons\, beyond roads and trails with new friends that share your interest in the outdoors.\nAgain\, the course runs only one time each year and takes place in Southern California in four locations as follows: Orange County (Tuesdays beginning Jan 6th) Long Beach/South Bay (Wednesdays beginning January 14th); San Gabriel Valley (Tuesdays beginning Jan 20th); West Los Angeles (Wednesdays beginning Jan 21st)\nThe four geographic areas fill up well in advance of the class start date so register early.\nFOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER FOR THE COURSE GO TO: http:www.wildernesstravelcourse.org
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/learn-new-skills-make-new-friends-experience-new-adventure-21/
LOCATION:Canna St and Timberwood Ave.\, 2800 - 2810 Canna St\, Thousand Oaks\, CA\, 91360\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T150000
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SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Santa Monica Mountains 2025 #11 - Sandstone Sextet
DESCRIPTION:Hike #11 in the 2025 Saturday in the Santa Monica Mountains series\, will be an adventurous 9-mile\, 2700’ gain loop hike to 6 peaks\, a point\, a dome\, and a rock. We will bag the highest point in the Santa Monica Mountains\, Sandstone Peak (3111’)\, then Boney Peak (2825’)\, Exchange Peak(2953’)\, Tri-Peaks (3010’)\, Pop Top (2940′)\, and Big Dome (2912’) with additional stops at Inspiration Point (2766′) and Balanced Rock(2300′). Poles could be useful on some portions of this route and long pants and long sleeve shirt recommended. Bring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and a good attitude. Poles would also be useful and long sleeves/pants recommended. \nPlease fill out and print the Sierra Club medical form and bring it with you. Copies of the form will be available to fill out at the trailhead as well or you can download the form here. http://bitly.com/scmedicalform
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/saturdays-in-the-santa-monica-mountains-2025-11-sandstone-sextet/
LOCATION:Mishe Mokwa Trailhead Parking Lot\, Yerba Buena Rd\, Westlake Village\, CA\, 91361\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251126T231500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251127T001500
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SUMMARY:Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Informational Posting Only – See Website at www.wildernesstravelcourse.org\nINFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY\nwww.wildernesstravelcourse.org\nDear Group Members\, particularly the recent swell of new\, never-been-backpacking-before-but-want-to-start members: There is a great Sierra Club opportunity that is about to begin….an opportunity that only happens one time each year and it is one of the best outdoor learning experiences the Sierra Club has to offer. This is the Angeles Chapter Wilderness Travel Course (WTC). Some of you have taken the course and are now leaders and/or knowledgeable hikers. For those of you who have not\, enrollment in WTC is something you should consider now. The Wilderness Travel Course helps build outdoor skills so hikers can be safe in the backcountry. The course runs for ten weeks and includes four field trips (two one day and two weekend outings). Students learn map and compass navigation skills for competent hiking off-trail\, snow travel\, rock scrambling techniques\, first aid\, nutrition and lots more. The course is followed by unforgettable experience backpacking trips\, most of which take place in the High Sierra\, Sequoia and Yosemite during the summer months.\nWTC moves you from being a day hiker to a more serious adventurer. You will acquire skills in trip planning\, preparation\, equipment and wilderness safety to take you into the backcountry in all seasons\, beyond roads and trails with new friends that share your interest in the outdoors.\nAgain\, the course runs only one time each year and takes place in Southern California in four locations as follows: Orange County (Tuesdays beginning Jan 6th) Long Beach/South Bay (Wednesdays beginning January 14th); San Gabriel Valley (Tuesdays beginning Jan 20th); West Los Angeles (Wednesdays beginning Jan 21st)\nThe four geographic areas fill up well in advance of the class start date so register early.\nFOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER FOR THE COURSE GO TO: http:www.wildernesstravelcourse.org
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/learn-new-skills-make-new-friends-experience-new-adventure-22/
LOCATION:Canna St and Timberwood Ave.\, 2800 - 2810 Canna St\, Thousand Oaks\, CA\, 91360\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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