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SUMMARY:Digital Navigation + Hiking and Camping Apps.
DESCRIPTION:This session will highlight some of our favorite apps\, their uses\, how much they cost\, and their pros and cons. \nThe following is an example of some of the content you can expect. \n* Creating and using offline maps (Google\, Caltopo\, Gaia\, Alltrails)\n* Smart GPS Watches (Garmin\, Coros\, Apple\, Suunto)\n* Fun Facts Apps (First aid\, star gazing\, flora\, fauna)\n* Camping (rec.gov\, far out\, iOverlander\, and more)\n* Helpful data (Altimeter\, Peakfinder\, Peakbagger)\n* SOS: (In Reach\, iPhone\, and others \nSnacks and water provided. Special store discount codes will be given to those in attendance.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/digital-navigation-hiking-and-camping-apps/
LOCATION:Sports Basement\, Kalama River Avenue 10800\, Fountain Valley\, CA\, 92708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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SUMMARY:INFORMATIONAL POSTING -36th Annual Beginning Backpack Class
DESCRIPTION:INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY \nHave you ever wanted to learn to backpack and get away from the crowds of people? Learn how to backpack in 3 Saturday courses (4/26\, 5/10\, 5/17) culminating in a backpack trip on 5/31-6/1 to utilize the techniques you learned. Course times are 10:30 AM-2:30 PM Learn what to take\, latest in equipment\, what to do before you leave LA. Backpacking equipment demonstrations and giveaways. Send contact information\, email and phone number\, $50 payable to the Sierra Club and mail to David Meltzer\, 214 Main Street #353\, El Segundo\, CA 90245. Your check secures your reservation. The Course will be held in La Cresenta. Once your registration is confirmed you will receive more info.\nThis class fills up every year so please be sure to sign up early by sending in your check. Upon receipt of the check\, I will send a confirmation letter to you. Questions about the class can be addressed to me at dwm@sprucehc.com \nRemember- To participate in the backpacking class you must send in the registration fee. Walk ups the day of class will not be accepted due to the limited size of the class and it fills up early. \nCancellation Policy: No refunds once your spot in the course is confirmed
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/informational-posting-36th-annual-beginning-backpack-class-14/
LOCATION:La Crescenta-Montrose\, La Crescenta-Montrose\, CA\, US
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SUMMARY:INFORMATIONAL POSTING -36th Annual Beginning Backpack Class
DESCRIPTION:INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY \nHave you ever wanted to learn to backpack and get away from the crowds of people? Learn how to backpack in 3 Saturday courses (4/26\, 5/10\, 5/17) culminating in a backpack trip on 5/31-6/1 to utilize the techniques you learned. Course times are 10:30 AM-2:30 PM Learn what to take\, latest in equipment\, what to do before you leave LA. Backpacking equipment demonstrations and giveaways. Send contact information\, email and phone number\, $50 payable to the Sierra Club and mail to David Meltzer\, 214 Main Street #353\, El Segundo\, CA 90245. Your check secures your reservation. The Course will be held in La Cresenta. Once your registration is confirmed you will receive more info.\nThis class fills up every year so please be sure to sign up early by sending in your check. Upon receipt of the check\, I will send a confirmation letter to you. Questions about the class can be addressed to me at dwm@sprucehc.com \nRemember- To participate in the backpacking class you must send in the registration fee. Walk ups the day of class will not be accepted due to the limited size of the class and it fills up early. \nCancellation Policy: No refunds once your spot in the course is confirmed
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/informational-posting-36th-annual-beginning-backpack-class-7/
LOCATION:La Crescenta-Montrose\, La Crescenta-Montrose\, CA\, US
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SUMMARY:𝙴𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚎𝚜𝚝 𝙱𝚊𝚜𝚎 𝙲𝚊𝚖𝚙 𝚃𝚛𝚎𝚔 - EBC! Includes helicopter ride down-
DESCRIPTION:This is definitely a next step if you have done your wilderness training. \nIt embodies adventure and the romance of traveling to far off places. It is also tempered with safety and do-ability. \nI am a certified WFR and will be traveling with the entire way. \nThe actual dates are Apr 25-May 11\, 2025 and the trip is 17 days/16 nights.\nWe have done this adventure twice already\, in 2021 and 2022\, and everybody had a blast! CLICK HERE to see attendee photos of the EBC trek \nWE HAVE MADE CHANGES BASED UPON EXPERIENCE. \n\nWe are ADDING Yoga and Meditation\, and a local expert TO BE WITH US to guide in Buddhist practice and local culture.\nWe are ADDING two days while going up to better acclimatize.\nWe are ADDING a HELLICOPTER FLIGHT from our highest camp back to start point AND REMOVING two days going down by taking the flight.\n\nTo clarify. We are NOT going up to the top of Everest (29\,000’)\nWe are going to Everest Base Camp at 17\,600’\nOur starting elevation will be in Lukla at 9\,400’ \nYou need to be of average or better fitness. If you can manage walking 3-6 hours a day\, up and down a hill while carrying a light daypack\, you will be OK! If you are very fit and work out and train\, you will be at the front. \nProfessional guides to lead\, and Yaks to carry our gear are included. And a Yak Herder too!! \nAll that is left for us to carry is our water\, snacks and camera. \nBut I don’t have the needed gear?!\nSleeping bag and parka\, rated to -10C are provided and walking poles too! \nDoes this include food?\nAll meals on the trek potion are included. \nWhat is lodging like?\nWe are sleeping in a series of “Tea Houses” along the route. You will have a bed in a shared room with roommate (from the group). Sorry\, a solo room will not be available on this trip. We will pair up everybody. \nHow dangerous is this? What if I get sick or hurt?\nThis is NOT the summiting Everest with people dying from bad choices. We will be walking on an established\, well used trail the entire time\, and NOT on snow or ice. Stats from past years show that 30\,000 people a year do the EBC Trek. With all that said\, . . . our trip INCLUDES emergency insurance. We are also Certified Wilderness First Responders.\nPlain and simple\, safety is our primary goal. We will have an experienced guide and porters\, and we will be along the entire way. \nHow much does this cost?\nEverest Base Camp Trip $3750 – 17 Days\, land only (airfare not included)\nFor this trip we don’t offer single occupancy and we match you with a roommate if you don’t have one. \nWe might be able to organize a group airfare from Los Angeles (LAX):**\nGroup Airfare would be around $1600. We will be working on this in the summer of 2024. \nRSVP to this event shows your interest\, but does not hold your space.\nThe only way to secure your spot for this trip is a $250 deposit for the land portion: CLICK HERE FOR SECURE DEPOSIT LINK\nDeposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees). \nFor more information fill out this form: https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8 \nLand Cost includes: \n\nAirport pick up and drop off 4 times\n3 nights at Kathmandu hotel\n13 nights Tea House accommodation during the trek.\nKathmandu / Lukla Flights\nAll entries\, required permits and taxes\nGuide\, Assistant guides and Porters\nFood and drinks during the trek\nHelicopter ride back from Gorakshep to Lukla\nSim Card\nSleeping bag\, down jacket\, hiking poles\nWelcome and Farewell dinner\nSightseeing Tour in Kathmandu\n\nThis is the adventure of a lifetime! \nIt is done in a safe manner and includes lots with no surprises.\nTo receive detailed itinerary\, inclusions etc CLICK HERE and fill out our google form.  \nAND/OR if you have questions?\nMessage direct to Anna (flights and itinerary)\nMessage Direct to Marc (screen name Oddie)  \nAND/OR\nWe do a Zoom Q & A (every other) Wed 6:00-7:30 PM\nCLICK HERE FOR THE Zoom Event\nCLICK HERE for Google Form to get Reminder for the zoom \nNOTE: The “land portion” of this trip starts in Kathmandu on Apr 25 and ends on Mar 11. This event is longer than Meetup date range. Or April 9th to March 12th if you include flight time. \nSOT 2000318-10 \nAs a meetup group we have gone to EBC\, Kilimanjaro\, Machu Picchu\, Galapagos and other bucket list place. Come alone and leave with new lifelong friends. \nLive the adventure instead of only dreaming it!
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/%f0%9d%99%b4%f0%9d%9a%9f%f0%9d%9a%8e%f0%9d%9a%9b%f0%9d%9a%8e%f0%9d%9a%9c%f0%9d%9a%9d-%f0%9d%99%b1%f0%9d%9a%8a%f0%9d%9a%9c%f0%9d%9a%8e-%f0%9d%99%b2%f0%9d%9a%8a%f0%9d%9a%96%f0%9d%9a%99-%f0%9d%9a%83/
LOCATION:los angeles international airport\, Los Angeles\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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SUMMARY:WTC Book Club Is Ba-ack!
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by forests\, trees\, leaves\, roots\, and seeds\, The Language of Trees: A Rewilding of Literature and Landscape invites readers to discover an unexpected and imaginative language to better read and write the natural world around us and reclaim our relationship with it. In this gorgeously illustrated and deeply thoughtful collection\, Katie Holten gifts readers her tree alphabet and uses it to masterfully translate and illuminate beloved lost and new\, original writing in praise of the natural world. With an introduction from Ross Gay\, and featuring writings from over fifty contributors. \nJoin us even if you haven’t finished reading the book (there won’t be any spoilers).
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/wtc-book-club-is-ba-ack/
LOCATION:Palm Canyon Dr.\, Palm Canyon Drive 221\, Borrego Springs\, CA\, 92004\, United States
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SUMMARY:Reel Rock Screening at Sports Basement Long Beach
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exhilarating winter adventure as part of the Wilderness Travel Course series. We will be exploring the beauty of the snow-covered landscapes through snowshoeing in a guided expedition. Learn about winter camping techniques\, navigation in snow-covered terrains\, and essential survival skills in cold weather environments. This event is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to expand their skills in a winter setting while enjoying the social aspect of the group. Whether you are a seasoned hiker or new to snowshoeing\, this experience promises to be both educational and thrilling. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to embrace the tranquility of the winter wilderness with a group of like-minded individuals.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/reel-rock-screening-at-sports-basement-long-beach/
LOCATION:Sports Basement Long Beach\, North Bellflower Boulevard 2100\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90815\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T080000
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SUMMARY:SPRING BACKBONE TRAIL 2025 #5 - Tapia Park to Latigo Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Our fifth Backbone Trail hike in the Santa Monica Mountains will be l0 miles with 2800’ elevation gain on the BBT going from the Tapia Park area to the Latigo Canyon Trailhead. We will take the Mesa Peak Trail though the upper Corral and Solstice Canyon areas. 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. The Sierra Club medical form is available at ttps://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt. We ask you to print it out and bring it with you\, but the form will be available at the trailhead as well. \nTRAILHEAD LOCATION: We will meet at 8:00 AM at the Latigo Canyon Trailhead on Latigo Canyon Road\, from PCH go north 7½ miles on Latigo Canyon Road to a dirt lot on the right side or from the 101 go 7 miles south on Kanan Dume to a left on Latigo Canyon Road then 3 miles to the dirt lot now on your left. \nCAR SHUTTLE: From the meeting point at the Latigo Canyon Trailhead we will car shuttle 14 miles to the start point at Piuma and Las Virgenes via Mulholland and Las Virgenes.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/spring-backbone-trail-2025-5-tapia-park-to-latigo-canyon/
LOCATION:Latigo Canyon Trailhead\, Latigo Canyon Road & Backbone Trail\, Malibu\, CA\, US
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SUMMARY:SPRING BACKBONE TRAIL 2025 #6 – Latigo Canyon to Encinal Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Our sixth Backbone Trail hike will be 7 miles with 700’ gain on the BBT through Newton\, Zuma\, and Trancas Canyons. We will start at the Latigo Canyon Trailhead taking the Backbone Trail across Kanan Road then taking the Zuma Canyon Trail over to Encinal Canyon. 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. The Sierra Club medical form is available at ttps://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt. We ask you to print it out and bring it with you\, but the form will be available at the trailhead as well. \nTRAILHEAD LOCATION: We will meet at 8:00 AM at the Encinal Canyon Trailhead. From PCH go 6 miles north on Kanan Dume Road to Mulholland Hwy then west 3½ miles on Encinal Canyon Road to shoulder parking on north side of road just east of Fire Camp #13. \nCAR SHUTTLE: From the meeting point at the Encinal Canyon Trailhead we will car shuttle 7 miles to the start point at the Latigo Canyon Trailhead.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/spring-backbone-trail-2025-6-latigo-canyon-to-encinal-canyon/
LOCATION:Encinal Canyon Trailhead\, Encinal Canyon Road & Backbone Trail\, Malibu\, CA\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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SUMMARY:2025 Saturday Peaks in the Santa Monica Mountains #5 - Calabasas Peak
DESCRIPTION:Hike #5 in the 205 Saturday in the Santa Monica Mountains series is a moderate 10-mile\, 2000’ gain out and bqck hike along the Secret Trail to Calabasas Peak before heading into Red Rock Canyon and Zuniga Pond. \nMeet at 8:00 AM at the Oak Ridge Trail – Calabasas Peak Mountain Access (used to be called Secret Trailhead) at Mulholland Hwy between mile markers 27.42 and 27.53 (2.1 miles north from Stunt Road intersection or 3.6 miles southwest from the Old Topanga Canyon Road intersection). Free parking in dirt lot on side of the road. Please carpool if you can because of the limited parking.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/2025-saturday-peaks-in-the-santa-monica-mountains-5-calabasas-peak/
LOCATION:Oak Ridge Trail – Calabasas Peak Mountain Access\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91302\, US
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T180542Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday in the Santa Monica Mountains 2025 #5 - Calabasas Peak Red Rock
DESCRIPTION:Hike #5 in the 2025 Saturdays in the Santa Monica Mountains series is a strenuous hike of about 11 miles with 2500 gain to Red Rock Canyon with a side trip to Calabasas Peak on the way and lunch at Zuniga Pond\, one of the more beautiful settings in the Santa Monica Mountains. \nBring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and a good attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels. \nMeet at 8:00 am at the Secret Trail (Google Map calls the trailhead the Oak Ridge Trail Calabasas Peak). To get to the trailhead: From PCH: Take Malibu Canyon Road 6.5 miles to Mulholland Highway. Turn right and continue 5.8 miles to the signed trailhead on the right. Park in the pullouts alongside the road. From 101 freeway: Exit on Las Virgenes Road. head 3.1 miles south to Mulholland Highway. Turn left and continue 5.8 miles to the signed trailhead on the right. Park in the pullouts alongside the road. Please carpool\, parking is limited. \nThis is a Back Country hike\, and a medical form is required. P.ease print it out and carry it with you. Copies of the form will be available to fill out at the trailhead as well. You can download the form here. https://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/saturday-in-the-santa-monica-mountains-2025-5-calabasas-peak-red-rock/
LOCATION:Oak Ridge Trailhead Calabasas Peak\, Mulholland Drive 24301\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 91364\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250514T203000
DTSTAMP:20250501T180557Z
CREATED:20250501T180557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T180557Z
UID:10003387-1747249200-1747254600@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:FREE HIKING CLINIC-SPORTS BASEMENT LONG BEACH
DESCRIPTION:FREE HIKING CLINIC-SPORTS BASEMENT LONG BEACH\n2100 N Bellflower Blvd\, Long Beach\, CA 90815\nLet’s talk trails in the LA Area! Reconnect with Nature & Feel the Joy of Hiking\nCurious about where to hike around Los Angeles right now-especially after the fires? Wondering how to get started or rediscover your trail legs? Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned trekker\, this session will inspire your next adventure.\nBring your questions! We’ll wrap up with an extended Q&A about all things hiking\, backpacking\, gear\, and beyond.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/free-hiking-clinic-sports-basement-long-beach/
LOCATION:Sports Basement Long Beach\, North Bellflower Boulevard 2100\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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GEO:33.7944799;-118.1233317
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T193000
DTSTAMP:20250313T180906Z
CREATED:20250313T180906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T180906Z
UID:10003284-1747850400-1747855800@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:The Best Things in Life are Free! Affordable Ways to Have Fun
DESCRIPTION:Wondering how to have fun with friends and family this summer without breaking the budget? We got you. \nCome learn about things to see and do\, like: \n\nHidden beaches\nEasy day hikes\nPublic Gardens\nCooking and gardening classes\nMuseums and historic tours\nFree summer concerts\nFree summer movies\nCultural festivals\nArt Walks\nCraft fairs\nCars shows and events\nFarmer’s markets\nVolunteer Opportunities\nWeekend Itineraries\n\nPeople come from all over the world to enjoy Southern California. Make the most of your surroundings and enjoy these affordable ways to have fun weekends and staycations.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/the-best-things-in-life-are-free-affordable-ways-to-have-fun/
LOCATION:Sports Basement\, Kalama River Avenue 10800\, Fountain Valley\, CA\, 92708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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GEO:33.6993348;-117.9406483
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250524T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250524T140000
DTSTAMP:20250410T181101Z
CREATED:20250410T181101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T181101Z
UID:10003343-1748073600-1748095200@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:SPRING BACKBONE TRAIL 2025 #7 - Encinal Canyon to Mishe Mokwa
DESCRIPTION:Our seventh Backbone Trail hike in the Santa Monica Mountains is 10 miles with 1400’ elevation gain on the BBT. We will start at the Encinal Canyon trailhead and take the Etz Meloy Trail 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. The Sierra Club medical form is available at ttps://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt. We ask you to print it out and carry it with you\, but the form will be available at the trailhead as well. \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 7 miles via Little Sycamore Canyon and Decker Roads to Encinal Canyon Trailhead.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/spring-backbone-trail-2025-7-encinal-canyon-to-mishe-mokwa/
LOCATION:Mishe Mokwa Trailhead\, Yerba Buena & Backbone Trail\, Calabassas\, CA\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T163000
DTSTAMP:20250410T181101Z
CREATED:20250410T181101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T181101Z
UID:10003344-1748160000-1748190600@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:SPRING BACKBONE TRAIL 2025 #8 – Mishe Mokwa to La Jolla Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Our eighth 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.\nThis is a Sierra Club hike\, so participants must sign in\, carry their medical form\, and hike between the leader and sweep. The Sierra Club medical form is available at ttps://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt. We ask you to print it out and bring it with you\, but the form will be available at the trailhead as well.\nBring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and a good attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels.\nWe 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/spring-backbone-trail-2025-8-mishe-mokwa-to-la-jolla-canyon/
LOCATION:Ray Miller Canyon Trailhead\, pacific coast highway & la jolla canyon\, malibu\, CA\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250531T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250531T150000
DTSTAMP:20250516T180153Z
CREATED:20250516T180153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T180153Z
UID:10003411-1748689200-1748703600@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:Backpacking Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Sports Basement OC for a fun opportunity to see and test lots of gear demos\, take advantage of special offers and attend clinics. One of the clinics will cover the essentials of backpacking. If you’re just getting started or thinking about it\, or if you have some questions about building your kit\, this session is perfect for you. the event runs several hours but clinics will be 30-45 min sessions.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/backpacking-essentials/
LOCATION:Sports Basement\, Kalama River Avenue 10800\, Fountain Valley\, CA\, 92708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250610T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250610T143000
DTSTAMP:20250603T184948Z
CREATED:20250603T184948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T184948Z
UID:10003454-1749547800-1749565800@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:Tuesday Moderate Hikers Backbone Trail Sycamore Canyon to Ray Miller
DESCRIPTION:Moderately paced 10-mile\, 1800 foot gain hike on the Sycamore Canyon\, Wood Canyon\, Overlook\, and Ray Miller trails finishing at the La Jolla Campground. The outing will be a one-way shuttle hike (shuttle less than two miles). \nMeet 8:30 am in the Ray Miller Trailhead parking lot (fee\, or free with an appropriate California State Park parking pass) or on Pacific Coast Highway (free). The Ray Miller trailheadis 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). From there\, we will car shuttle 2 miles to the Sycamore Canyon parking lot. \nBring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and a good attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels. \nThis is a Back Country hike\, and a medical form is required. Please print it out and bring it within the you. Copies of the form will be available to fill out at the parking lot as well. You can download the form here. https://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/tuesday-moderate-hikers-backbone-trail-sycamore-canyon-to-ray-miller/
LOCATION:Ray Miller Canyon Trailhead\, pacific coast highway & la jolla canyon\, malibu\, CA\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250614T150000
DTSTAMP:20250525T183533Z
CREATED:20250525T183533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T183533Z
UID:10003428-1749891600-1749913200@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Santa Monica Mountains 2025 #6 - Paramount Ranch MASH
DESCRIPTION:Hike #6 in the 2025 Saturday in the Santa Monica Mountains is a moderate 8 mile\, 900’ gain out and back hike starting at Paramount Ranch and hiking into Malibu Creek State Park with lunch at the MASH site and return by different trails with views of Malibu Lake as we head back. \nBring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and a good attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels. \nMeet at 8:00 AM at the Paramount Ranch parking lot (free). Turn right on Malibu Canyon Road for 6.3 miles then left on Mulholland Highway for 3.2 miles then a right onto Cornell Road for 0.4 miles. Paramount Ranch is on your left. Once on the access road\, go to the left and park. \nThis is a Sierra Club hike\, so participants must sign in\, carry their medical form\, and hike between the leader and sweep. The Sierra Club medical form is available at ttps://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt. We ask you to print it out and carry it with you\, but the form will be available at the trailhead as well.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/saturdays-in-the-santa-monica-mountains-2025-6-paramount-ranch-mash/
LOCATION:Paramount Ranch\, 2903 Cornell Rd\, Agoura Hills\, CA\, 91301\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250617T150000
DTSTAMP:20250519T180009Z
CREATED:20250519T180009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T180009Z
UID:10003416-1750150800-1750172400@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:Tuesday Moderate Hikers Park to Park to Park
DESCRIPTION:Moderate 9 miles\, 1000′ gain Westside city park hike. Our PtPtP outing tours Culver City Park\, the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook\, and Kenny Hahn State Recreation Area. The outing will traverse the Park to Playa trail as well as Ron’s trail\, a short jaunt up and down the infamous Culver City Stairs\, and take in scenic ponds\, waterfalls\, stream crossings\, a bridge to somewhere\, wild life crossings\, goats\, ducks\, turtles\, hummingbirds\, fish (bring your pole and you might catch a trout)\, monuments\, murals\, city views (downtown\, uptown\, lefttown\, righttown)\, nature center (clockwise and counter clockwise tours)\, and many other sights too numerous to cover in this description. \nMeet at 8:00 AM at the Bill Botts baseball field in Culver City (take Duquesne Avenue into Culver City Park to its end\, make a left at the Boneyard Dog Park\, and then another left to circle the baseball field to parking on the left field side of the diamond. \nBring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and a good attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels. \nThis is a Back Country hike\, and a medical form is required. Please print it out and bring it within the you. Copies of the form will be available to fill out at the parking lot as well. You can download the form here. https://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt. \nIn going on a Sierra Club outing you are potentially on a trip with individuals vaccinated and unvaccinated. It is your choice to attend the outing knowing this information. The leader can not and should not reveal the status of participants vaccination or reject a participant based on their vaccination status. You are welcome to wear a mask if that makes you comfortable. If someone is experiencing any possible COVID symptoms or is sick\, they should not attend the outing. The participant is responsible for contacting the leader to report a positive COVID test.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/tuesday-moderate-hikers-park-to-park-to-park/
LOCATION:Bill Botts Field\, Duquesne Avenue\, Culver City\, CA\, 90232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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GEO:34.0166248;-118.3877701
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bill Botts Field Duquesne Avenue Culver City CA 90232 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Duquesne Avenue:geo:-118.3877701,34.0166248
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T190000
DTSTAMP:20250324T180430Z
CREATED:20250324T180430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T180430Z
UID:10003312-1750269600-1750273200@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:Food and Drink for Hikers and Backpackers
DESCRIPTION:Sick of eating GORP\, granola bars\, and protein bars on the trail. Ever wonder how many calories you need and tasty ways to deliver them when you’re active outside? Then join us at Sports Basement to learn about: \n* Food needs for day hikes and backpacking trips\n* Hydration\, electrolytes\, caffeine and more\n* Summit treats and naughty snacks\n* Car camp cooking vs back country meals\n* Freeze dried vs DIY recipes\n* Resources for recipes\, cookbooks\, and ingredients\n* Food storage in the wild\, bear cans and LNT\n* Food preservation\, food safety\, and spoilage\n* Upset stomach\, headaches\, and appetite issues \nThere will be many items on display as well as items to sample. \nAs usual\, Sports basement offers snacks and drinks as well as discount coupons for those in attendance. Invite and bring your friends and family.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/food-and-drink-for-hikers-and-backpackers/
LOCATION:Sports Basement\, Kalama River Avenue 10800\, Fountain Valley\, CA\, 92708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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GEO:33.6993348;-117.9406483
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250628T222000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250628T232000
DTSTAMP:20250618T180426Z
CREATED:20250618T180426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T180426Z
UID:10003484-1751149200-1751152800@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:Backpacking Essentials\, What you need to get started.
DESCRIPTION:Note: This event will be offered at 10:30 and 11:30\, running about 30 min each time. \nDo you experience FOMO when your friends go camping? Wanna join but don’t know where to get started? Come to this Essentials class to learn: \nWhy go backpacking in the first place\, how to pick a destination\, and where to get permits and when. \nPut together your kit including the backpack\, personal items\, first aid\, food and water\, as well as shelter and more. \nYou’ll be able to see live demonstrations of various pieces of gear and hear about the trade-offs between different options. \nIn addition\, there will be discounts and lots of events throughout the morning.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/backpacking-essentials-what-you-need-to-get-started/
LOCATION:Sports Basement Long Beach\, North Bellflower Boulevard 2100\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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GEO:33.7944799;-118.1233317
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250720T150000
DTSTAMP:20250622T180629Z
CREATED:20250622T180629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T180629Z
UID:10003493-1752998400-1753023600@www.hikingwithdean.com
SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Santa Monica Mountains 2025 #7 - Hondo Canyon Saddle Peak
DESCRIPTION:Hike #7 in the 2025 Saturday in the Santa Monica Mountains series is\na SUNDAY outing. It is a strenuous 11 miles\, 2300 gain hike up Hondo Canyon across Fossil Ridge to lunch at Saddle Peak and return. \nMeet at 8:00 am at Old Topanga Canyon Backbone trailhead (take Old Topanga Canyon Road one mile from Topanga Cyn Blvd). For safety do not make a left turn into the roadway parking. Rather\, drive less than 1/2 mile further until you reach a straight part of the road. Safely turn around and drive back to the trailhead. Parking is limited so carpooling is encouraged. \nBring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and an adventurous attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels. \nPlease print out 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-2025-7-hondo-canyon-saddle-peak/
LOCATION:Hondo Canyon Backbone Trailhead\, 454-476 Old Topanga Canyon Road\, Topanga\, CA\, 90290\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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SUMMARY:Be Your Own First Responder
DESCRIPTION:It’s great to be active and outside. But do you have a good plan when things don’t go right? \nJoin us for a discussion at Sports Basement and learn how to deal with:\n* Physical injuries such as blisters\, twisted ankles\, cuts\, scrapes\, and thorns\n* Plants: Poison oak\, poison ivy\, thorny pokers\, and more\n* Little Critters: ticks\, mosquitos\, bees\, wasps\, rats\, bats\, spiders\, and ants.\n* Bigger critters: snakes\, bobcats\, bears\, coyotes\, and deer\n*Food illness: upset stomach\n*Environmental hazards: Heat\, altitude\, cold\, wind \nIdentify your needs and put together an effective First Aid Kit. \nGetting help: SOS device\, Satellite phone comm\, runners\, scene assessment. \nRed Cross App. \nTraining Opportunities for practical solutions.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/be-your-own-first-responder/
LOCATION:Sports Basement\, Kalama River Avenue 10800\, Fountain Valley\, CA\, 92708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250802T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250802T150000
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SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Santa Monicas 2025 #8 - Dead Horse Eagle Cathedral Rocks
DESCRIPTION:Hike #8 in the 2025 Saturday in the Santa Monica Mountains series is\na 9 miles and 1500 feet elevation gain hike from the Dead Horse Trailhead to the Musch Trail to Eagle Rock then to Cathedral Rock. \nMeet 8:00 am at the Dead Horse Trailhead parking lot on Entrada Rd (PCH to Topanga Canyon Boulevard.\, north 4 miles to Entrada Roado or 7 miles south off Ventura Freeway to Entrada Road\, lot is on left side of Entrada Road). NOTE THAT TOPANGA CANYON BLVD IS NOW OPEN AT PCH BUT IS ONLY ONE WAY FOR ABOUT A HALF MILE SO GIVE YOURSELF PLENTY OF TIME. Carpooling recommended as Dead Horse is a pay parking lot. \nBring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and a good attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels. \nThis is a Back Country hike\, and a medical form is required. Please print it out and carry 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-monicas-2025-8-dead-horse-eagle-cathedral-rocks/
LOCATION:Dead Horse Parking Lot\, 21935 Entrada Road\, Topanga\, CA\, 90290\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250802T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250802T160000
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SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Santa Monica Mountains 2025 #8 - Sycamore Serrano Chamberlin
DESCRIPTION:Hike #8 in the 2025 Saturday in the Santa Monica Mountains series is\na strenuous 14 miles\, 2500 gain hike from Sycamore Canyon through Serrano Valley to lunch at Chamberlain Split Rock Memorial and return. \nMeet at the Lower Sycamore Canyon fee parking lot on the in-land side of the PCH (PCH West 19 miles from Malibu Canyon Road – Google maps: 9000 PCH). Pay fee or park for free with appropriate parking permit in parking lot\, or park for free on PCH around corner near sand dune. \nBring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and an adventurous attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels. \nPlease print out 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-2025-8-sycamore-serrano-chamberlin/
LOCATION:sycamore canyon campgrounds NATURE CENTER\, 9000 West Pacific Coast Highway\, Malibu\, CA\, Los Angeles\, CA\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250805T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250805T210000
DTSTAMP:20250714T180130Z
CREATED:20250714T180130Z
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SUMMARY:WTC Beach Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Multi WTC class reunion. Bring friends\, family\, and/or kids. You’ll also want a lawn or camp chair and food to share. \nIf you’re up for exercise\, we’ll do 30 min stairs.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/wtc-beach-reunion/
LOCATION:Lookout Point\, Corona del Mar\, Ocean & Goldenrod\, Corona del Mar\, CA\, 92625\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250808T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250808T030000
DTSTAMP:20250807T180123Z
CREATED:20250807T180123Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Moderate Maniacs Latigo to Corral Canyon
DESCRIPTION:These are photos from the Tuesday Moderate 8/5 outing\, a moderate 8 mile 1850′ gain hike along the Backbone Trail from Latigo Canyon Road to the end of Corral Canyon Road and back. Meet 9:00 am at the trailhead. Lots of creek crossings\, trees\, shade\, birds\, peace and quiet along this beautiful single-track route.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/tuesday-moderate-maniacs-latigo-to-corral-canyon/
LOCATION:Sasse Museum of Art\, 300 South Thomas Street\, Pomona\, CA\, 91766\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250818T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250818T213000
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SUMMARY:Playa Del Rey Conditioning Walk/Urban Hike
DESCRIPTION:Come join the Sierra Club and take a midweek break and walk along the beach and nearby hills and neighborhood of Playa Del Rey and Westchester. Enjoy spectacular views of Marina Del Rey and the surrounding area. Meet new people and find out about upcoming Sierra Club outings and events. The walk is 5 miles\, 200 ft gain. \nDirections to meeting point: MEET AT THE CORNER OF RINDGE & WATERVIEW. Go West on Culver Blvd\, to Nicholson\, turn Left (Note: Nicholson turns into Pershing) and continue on Pershing to Waterview (1/2 mi)\, turn Right to top-of-the-hill\, (corner of Rindge and Waterview). Where the NW corner fence of LAX meets the homes overlooking the ocean. You can also get there from Manchester as well. Easy access to the starting point is also possible from Manchester Ave. and Vista Del Mar. Easy access to the starting point is also possible from Manchester Ave. and Vista Del Mar. \nThe fun starts at 7:00pm. Rain Cancels. All participants will be required to sign a Sierra Club waiver at the meeting point. NO DOGS PLEASE. Bring a Flashlight if you’d like.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/playa-del-rey-conditioning-walk-urban-hike/
LOCATION:The corner of Rindge and Waterview\, 248 Waterview St.\, Playa Del Rey\, CA\, 90293\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250820T190000
DTSTAMP:20250721T180123Z
CREATED:20250721T180123Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Nav: Find\, create\, import\, export\, GPX maps and tracks.
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a hiker or backpacker\, you’re probably familiar with Alltrails and maybe you even record your own tracks on Garmin or Strava. \nHere’s where we take it to the next level: \nCome learn how to create your own maps\, learn about off the beaten path hikes\, understand terrain\, beta\, routs\, and get precise weather for the wilderness locations you’ll visit. \nFind and import tacks\, create maps and export or share tracks to your mobile device or with friends. \nWe’ll focus on Caltopo and Gaia. Bring your laptop\, tablet\, or preferred device to follow along. \nWTC alumni likely learned some of these skills already but area welcome to join for a refresher crash course.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/digital-nav-find-create-import-export-gpx-maps-and-tracks/
LOCATION:Sports Basement\, Kalama River Avenue 10800\, Fountain Valley\, CA\, 92708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250906T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250906T150000
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SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Santa Monica Mountains 2025 #9 - Topanga Lookout Saddle Peak
DESCRIPTION:Hike #9 in the 2025 Saturday in the Santa Monica Mountains series will be an adventurous 9-mile\, 2300’ gain loop hike\, taking the Mountaineer’s Route to the 360 panoramic view at Topanga Lookout (2469’) from Stunt Road. with a stop at Saddle Peak (2805’) with ocean views and lunch with return via the Stunt High Trail. \nBring water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, and a good attitude. Rain\, excessive heat\, or Red Flag alert cancels. Poles could be useful on some portions of this route and long pants and long sleeve shirt recommended. \nMeet at 8:00 AM at the Calabasas Peak Trailhead 1698 Stunt Road (101 to Las Virgenes south 3.2 miles\, or PCH to Malibu Canyon\, north 7.5 miles Las Virgenes Road\, east on Mulholland\, 4 miles to left on Stunt Rd\, 1 mile to parking). Park free in dirt lot on right side of road. \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-2025-9-topanga-lookout-saddle-peak/
LOCATION:Calabasas Peak Trailhead\, 1698 Stunt Rd\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91302\, US
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250910T193000
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SUMMARY:Intro to the Wilderness Travel Course: Sierra Club Info Night
DESCRIPTION:Curious about building outdoor skills\, gaining confidence in the backcountry\, learning how to navigate with a map and compass\, or just looking for a like-minded hiking community? Join us for an informational session on Wednesday\, September 10th at 6:30pm at Sports Basement Long Beach to learn all about the Sierra Club’s Wilderness Travel Course (WTC) – a 10-week mountaineering and outdoor skills program taught by the Angeles Chapter in four locations across the greater Los Angeles area. \nThis free session\, led by WTC staff and course instructor Dave Meltzer\, will give you a behind-the-scenes look at what to expect from the course\, including: \n\nCourse structure\, dates\, and locations Skills covered (navigation\, snow travel\, backpacking\, rock scrambling\, and more)\nGear recommendations and fitness expectations\nField outings and group camaraderie\nWhat makes WTC so impactful for new and experienced adventurers alike\n\nRegistration for the course opens September 15th and spots fill quickly! This is the perfect chance to get your questions answered and connect with instructors before enrollment goes live. \nWhether you’re brand new to the outdoors or looking to level up your skills\, the Wilderness Travel Course can help you take the next step toward confident\, self-reliant wilderness travel.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/intro-to-the-wilderness-travel-course-sierra-club-info-night/
LOCATION:Sports Basement Long Beach\, North Bellflower Boulevard 2100\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hike, Backpack, Climb, Travel with Wilderness Travel Course
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