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Wildwood Park – Las Flores potluck hike

604 W Avenida De Las Flores 604 W Avenida De Las Flores, Thousand Oaks, CA, US

Fit Beginner - 4 miles, 600' gain The gain is well distributed, with half being on the return. We start at the Las Flores trailhead where Las Flores dead-ends at Wildwood Park, and head west. After 1/3 mile, the trail becomes Wildwood Canyon Trail. We continue for another 2/3 mile and cross a bridge just […]

Long Canyon – Upside down lollipop

572 Bannister Way 572 Bannister Way, Simi Valley, CA, US

Easy Intermediate, 4 miles, 900' gain The address given, is not the address of the hike. It is a nearby address that may cause your GPS to drive past the trailhead. This is an upside down lollipop that takes us first to the highest point in the area where the views are fantastic. The return […]

Wendy Lollipop – Cooler location

4128 Potrero Rd 4128 Potrero Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA, US

4.6 miles, 1000' gain, Easy Intermediate Easier Option - 2.7 miles, 320' gain Many have gotten lost relying on GPS. This is the Wendy Trailhead, where S. Wendy Dr. ends at Potrero Rd. Heading out, we cross a creek, turn right at the split, then Turn right at the dead end. We regroup at the […]

Tribute to Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Ban – Potluck Picnic & Concert

23400 Park Sorrento 23400 Park Sorrento, Calabasas, CA, US

TURN THE PAGE - Tribute to Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Ban Bob Seger. The name alone brings back a flood of memories. Memories of growing up, first love, parties and a time when music helped define who you were. Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band truly provided the soundtrack to a generation. […]

Long Canyon – Easy CC Loop – Suitable for Fit Beginners

Long Canyon Trail Simi Valley, CA, US

3 miles, 650' gain, Fit Beginner Easy option, 1.4 miles, 450' gain, Fit Beginner The address given, is not the address of the hike. It is a nearby address that may cause your GPS to drive past the trailhead. Those that prefer the Easy Option, should head UP from the trail head, waiting when they […]

Labor Day – Picnic and Concert – Skynyrd and Frynds (Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute)

Conejo Community Park (Hendrix) Hendrix Avenue 1175, Thousand Oaks, CA, United States

Picnic and Concert, Jim's Birthday Many of us from this group will attend this event. We'll start picnicking a few hours before the concert. Bring food and drinks to share. If your item requires utensils, please supply them. Please post in the comments, if you can bring a table. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. A […]

Lizard Rock Loop – Easy Intermediate with easier option

Tennis Court parking lot 635 W Avenida de Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA, US

Easy Intermediate, 4.5 miles, 600' gain Easier Option, 3.5 miles, 460' gain This is a unique loop through Wildwood Park that takes us to the famous Lizard Rock. There are several extended inclines and a few short but steep climbs that cause this to be rated on the easy end of the intermediate spectrum. Beginners […]

Angel Vista – Full Moon Potluck hike

Rosewood Trailhead 305 Regal Oak Ct, Thousand Oaks, CA, US

Start at 5pm due to the heat and the moonrise time. 3.0 miles, 800' gain, easy-intermediate. Moonrise 5:46 pm Photo by Helen Let's enjoy the gorgeous sunset, full moon, and fun loaded potluck picnic at the beautiful Angel Vista! This is a potluck hike. Please bring food, drinks to share. If your item requires utensils/plates/toothpicks, […]

Long Canyon – Easy cc lollipop – the back way

572 Bannister Way 572 Bannister Way, Simi Valley, CA, US

4.3 miles, 800' gain, Easy Intermediate. Easier Option: 3.2 miles, 400' gain, Fit Beginner. The address is not the address of the hike, but a nearby address that should get you to pass by the trailhead. The "cc" in the title means counter clockwise. We'll be stopping at various points to regroup. We will start […]

 

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