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SUMMARY:Devils Chair Trail
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION: I really like this trail so am rescheduling the January hike which was unfortunately cancelled due to park fire risk closure. Devil’s Punchbowl is a point where 2 faults collide\, creating upwards jutting vertical walls as high as 300 feet. It is a spectacular setting\, with the high desert spreading out on one side\, and the pine-covered Angeles National Forest on the other. The hike takes you along the mostly shaded rim of the Punchbowl\, to the dramatic Devil’s Chair\, a breathtaking overlook with 360-degree views of the geologic formations. A rainbow of rock surrounds the Devil’s Chair with pink-streaked chalk white cliffs\, undulating tan crags\, chocolate brown slabs\, and green-gray ledges. This\, combined with the green of the mountains and the blue sky\, makes for a memorable visual. \nHikers with extra energy may want to also take the 1mile loop trail\, which drops down into the punchbowl amongst the stunning rock formations. \nDETAILS: \n\nHike Organizer(s): Tim R.\nMeet: Devils Chair Trailhead at 7:45 am\, departure at 8:00 am sharp (Saturday\, Feb 01).\nDistance: Approximately 7.3 miles.\nElevation gain: Approximately 1\,463 feet.\nTime: Approximately 3.5 hours hiking including a snack break.\nConditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition.\nDogs: Dogs are allowed.\nRestrooms: Yes.\nAdventure Pass: No.\n\nIMPORTANT NOTES: We’ll hike at a brisk pace and ask everyone to stay with the group for a friendly and safe outing. Hiking may be hazardous due to uneven footing\, stream crossings\, exposures\, snakes\, bugs\, poison oak\, etc. Please be aware of your abilities and their limits. You are responsible for your own safety and well-being. This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other conditions. You can check the weather and other conditions on the AllTrails GPS Trail Map link below. \nESSENTIAL GEAR: Hiking boots and poles. Clothing layers recommended. Snacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets. Hat and sunscreen. \nThe Ten Essentials of Hiking (link) \nTHIS HIKE RANKING: Level 3\, Intermediate (see chart below).\nPlease only sign up to attend hikes that are consistent with your ability. Based on your hiking during the last 90 days\, how would you score on the CHC Hike rating scale of one to five assuming a brisk pace? \nCHC HIKE RANKING SCALE:\n1. Beginner: 1-3 miles\, less than 500 feet elevation gain.\n2. Beginner/Intermediate: 1-7 miles\, less than 700 feet elevation gain.\n3. Intermediate: 5-10 miles\, 1000-2000 feet elevation gain.\n4. Intermediate/Advanced: 7-12 miles\, up to 3000 feet elevation gain.\n5. Advanced: 10-17 miles\, 3000 feet or more elevation gain. \nTRAILHEAD LOCATION: Devils Chair Trailhead\, Pearblossom\, California 93553. \nDriving Directions (link) \nNAVIGATION: We highly recommend the AllTrails app be installed on your cell phones and/or you print a copy of the trail map so you can personally navigate the trail if you need to. \nGPS Trail Map (link) \nThe Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike)\, or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5 \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY – IMPORTANT\, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY: When you sign up for this event\, you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group\, hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event\, you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events\, you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. If you sign up for this hike\, you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/devils-chair-trail-3/
LOCATION:Chumash Trailhead – Pacific Coast Highway\, Naval Air Station Point Mugu\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Santa Clarita Community Hiking Club
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SUMMARY:Santa Paula Canyon to Punchbowls
DESCRIPTION:DETAILS:\n· Hike leader volunteer(s): Dave.\n· Meet: Trail head to the left of St. Thomas Aquinas College entrance.\n· Distance: ~ 10 Miles total (out and back style)\n· Elevation gain: ~ 1600′\n· Time: Approximately 5 hours hiking including a couple of 15 minute breaks.\n· Conditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition.\n· Dogs: Are OK.\n· Hiking Poles – recommended\n· Restrooms – None.\n· Adventure Pass –Depends were you park. \nHike leader Notes: With the events of the past few weeks lets do a hike in Ojai. Pre-hiked this trail on 01/16/25. Nice water flow but you can keep your feet dry if you try. Our trail starts just pass St. Thomas Aquinas College. There are a few creek crossings and a fair amount of bouldering. Nice views\, waterfall\, and swimming holes\, (to cold for me) Our hike will take us pass Big Cone campgrounds. Down a small section without a trail to the falls. Up a steep section to the top of the falls. Follow the trail pass Cross Camp to the Punch Bowl. There are some sections were the trail is hard to follow. I will go at a slower pace\, 2.5 MPH. Stay with me and we will be alright. The early start is because of the limited parking and how popular this trail is. Carpooling would be best. \nIMPORTANT NOTES: We’ll hike at a brisk pace and ask everyone to stay with the group for a friendly and safe outing. Any guest that you wish to invite should join the Community Hiking Club (CHC) to participate. Depending on water flow\, we may cross streams\, but there aren’t exposures\, bugs or other warnings. As always\, people may slip and fall\, encounter poison oak\, snakes\, etc. on this hike. This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather at the start of the hike. \nESSENTIAL GEAR:\nHiking boots and poles.\nClothing layers recommended.\nSnacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets.\nHat and sunscreen. \nAdditional Hiking and Survival Gear Recommendations (link) \nTHIS HIKE RANKING: Level 3/4\, Intermediate (see chart below) – mainly for the bouldering and the steep uphill section. \nCHC HIKE RANKING SCALE:\n1. Beginner: 1-3 miles\, less than 500 feet elevation gain.\n2. Beginner/Intermediate: 1-7 miles\, less than 700 feet elevation gain.\n3. Intermediate: 5-10 miles\, 1000-2000 feet elevation gain.\n4. Intermediate/Advanced: 7-12 miles\, up to 3000 feet elevation gain.\n5. Advanced: 10-17 miles\, 3000 feet or more elevation gain. \nTRAILHEAD LOCATION:\n10000 Ojai Road Santa Paula Ca. 93060 \nFILE DOWNLOADS\nWe highly recommend the AllTrails app be installed on your cell phones and/or you print a copy of the trail map so you can personally navigate the trail if you need to. \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY – IMPORTANT\, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:\nWhen you sign up for this event\, you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group\, hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event\, you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events\, you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. If you sign up for this hike\, you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities. \nThe Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike)\, or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/santa-paula-canyon-to-punchbowls-2/
LOCATION:Domelands Trailhead Turnoff\, Sweeny Pass Road\, Ocotillo\, CA\, 92259\, United States
CATEGORIES:Santa Clarita Community Hiking Club
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SUMMARY:Saugus to the Sea Road to Mission Point Trail
DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION: This trail is considered moderately challenging\, typically taking about 4 hours and 30 minutes to complete. It’s a fantastic spot for birdwatching\, hiking\, and mountain biking. Due to its relatively low traffic\, you’ll often have the trail to yourself\, making for a peaceful experience. Open year-round\, the trail offers stunning views in every season. Dogs are welcome but must remain on a leash at all times. Also\, you can go the distance to Mission Point or option an easier hike with a turnaround at Jones Junction – your choice! \nDETAILS: \n\nHike leader volunteer(s): Tim R.\nMeet: Saugus to the Sea Road Trailhead at 7:45 am\, departure at 8:00 am sharp (Feb 15).\nDistance: Approximately 8.7 miles.\nElevation gain: Approximately 1\,699 feet.\nTime: Approximately 4.4 hours hiking including a snack break.\nConditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition.\nDogs: Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.\nRestrooms: None.\nAdventure Pass: Not required.\nTurnaround: If you want an easier hike option (5.9 mi./1\,328 ft. gain) you can turn around at Jones Junction.\n\nIMPORTANT NOTES: We’ll hike at a brisk pace and ask everyone to stay with the group for a friendly and safe outing. Hiking may be hazardous due to uneven footing\, stream crossings\, exposures\, snakes\, bugs\, poison oak\, etc. Please be aware of your abilities and their limits. You are responsible for your own safety and well-being. This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other conditions. You can check the weather and other conditions on the AllTrails GPS Trail Map link below. \nESSENTIAL GEAR: Hiking boots and poles. Clothing layers recommended. Snacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets. Hat and sunscreen. \nThe Ten Essentials of Hiking (link) \nTHIS HIKE RANKING: Level 3\, Intermediate (see chart below).\nPlease only sign up to attend hikes that are consistent with your ability. Based on your hiking during the last 90 days\, how would you score on the CHC Hike rating scale of one to five assuming a brisk pace? \nCHC HIKE RANKING SCALE:\n1. Beginner: 1-3 miles\, less than 500 feet elevation gain.\n2. Beginner/Intermediate: 1-7 miles\, less than 700 feet elevation gain.\n3. Intermediate: 5-10 miles\, 1000-2000 feet elevation gain.\n4. Intermediate/Advanced: 7-12 miles\, up to 3000 feet elevation gain.\n5. Advanced: 10-17 miles\, 3000 feet or more elevation gain. \nTRAILHEAD LOCATION:\nSaugus to the Sea Road (East Canyon) Trailhead:\n24295-23785 The Old Rd\, Newhall\, CA 91321 \nDriving Directions (link) \nNAVIGATION: We highly recommend the AllTrails app be installed on your cell phones and/or you print a copy of the trail map so you can personally navigate the trail if you need to. \nGPS Trail Map (link) \nThe Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike)\, or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5\nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY – IMPORTANT\, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:\nWhen you sign up for this event\, you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group\, hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event\, you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events\, you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. If you sign up for this hike\, you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/saugus-to-the-sea-road-to-mission-point-trail-2/
LOCATION:Chumash Trailhead – Pacific Coast Highway\, Naval Air Station Point Mugu\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Santa Clarita Community Hiking Club
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SUMMARY:Elsmere Canyon with Extra Credit to Whitney Canyon Falls.
DESCRIPTION:Saturday February 22 2025 – Elsmere – (Visiting the Jack Plant Area\, Eagle Pass\, New Elsmere.\nThen its choose your own adventure: \nOption 1. (6.5 Miles)\nIf interested in getting a little extra cardio you can follow us\,up and over to Whitney Canyon to check out the water falls. That means a bit of uphill. \nOption 2. (5.5 Miles )\nIf you do no wish to do the Extra cardio\, you can sign out and follow the Creek Side Trail back to the Parking lot where we started. \n***** RAIN OR SNOW FALLING AT TRAILHEAD CANCELS THIS HIKE ****** \nDistance: ~ 5.2 miles\, elongated loop hike\, or 6.5 for the extra Credit to Whitney Canyon. \nGain: ~ 1500 ft spread over the hike\, steepest bit at start\, and for the Extra Credit to Whitney Canyon. \nRating: Moderate (due to a section with some reasonable gain over a short distance\, early on). This hike is a next step for Beginners in pretty good condition who want some added Gain and to explore a new local area/ challenge. \nDescription:\nThe beautiful Elsmere Canyon area in Santa Clarita Valley can be explored in several ways. This latest route looks like a “9”. The area has greened back from the Tick Fire\, and ‘cos many of the oaks survived\, the area is still very picturesque. The fire also revealed many old discarded artifacts of oil and gas exploration in the area. \nHike:\nWe start by climbing the steepest part of the hike to the Jack Plant area\, where there is evidence of Elsmere oil production from about 100 years ago. Here is a super write up with lots of old / new photos – look out for some of these items.\nhttps://www.elsmerecanyon.com/oil/jack/jack.htm \nThen\, using the Eagle Pass trail\, we cross SE along cliffs above Elsmere canyon with views into the canyon below\, passing an interesting “peek a boo” rock and views of Los Pinetos Peak high above\, to the East.\nAt the junction at the top of the Elsmere Canyon trail\, we turn South and descend into a more heavily wooded area that finally takes us up a steep service road into the expansive New Elsmere area. All of a sudden – WOW\, we are perched on a grassy overlook with the I-5 and SR-14 interchange below and the SFV laid out before us.\nHere we will have a snacky time\, and try to stay out of the wind. We will maybe spot several more discarded oil and gas artifacts (they tend to be in that area). \nChoose your own Adventure option 1:\nWe return as we entered the area\, this time descending steeply into the most wooded shady riparian area of Elsmere canyon\, with a beautiful seasonal stream (currently flowing). After a short 1 mile alongside the creek\, we are back where we started. \nChoose your own Adventure option 2:\nExtra Credit Cardio. Go with us up yet more uphill and over to Whitney Canyon to check out the waterfall\, then back to where we started. \nMeet your Leader:\nAt the trail head\, the “Park and Ride at the end of Newhall Avenue”\, just east of the SR-14 freeway. (Google calls it “Whitney Canyon Park”/ See Map); meet in the lower Parking Lot (more space). DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLES SHOWING. \nMeet at 9:00AM for a 9:15AM SHARP departure. \nBring: A minimum of 2 liters water and some Gatorade\, snack/ sack lunch\, hiking poles (recommended)\, hat\, sunscreen and wear good boots with lots of tread. Bring an extra layer if morning is cold. Also snack spot can be windy. \nAdventure Pass: Not required. \nLeader’s NOTE: There are no bathrooms at this trail-head\, make plans accordingly. CARL’s Jr’ is close by\, on the corner of Newhall Ave and Sierra Hwy. \nDogs: OK\, if on a leash and well behaved around other dogs and people with poles. \nHike leader volunteer(s): Paul \nMeet: Newhall Ave/14 Freeway Park N Ride\nWhitney Canyon Road · Newhall\, CA at 8:45am\, departure at 9 :00 am sharp. \nDistance: Approximately 6.6 miles to 12 Miles. \nElevation gain: Approximately 1\,423 feet. \nTime: Approximately 3.50 hours hiking including a snack break.\nConditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition. \nDogs: Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. \nRestrooms: None. \nAdventure Pass: Not Required. \nIMPORTANT NOTES: We’ll hike at a brisk pace and ask everyone to stay with the group for a friendly and safe outing. Hiking may be hazardous due to uneven footing\, stream crossings\, exposures\, snakes\, bugs\, poison oak\, etc. Please be aware of your abilities and their limits. You are responsible for your own safety and well-being. This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other conditions. You can check the weather and other conditions on the AllTrails GPS Trail Map link below.\nESSENTIAL GEAR: Hiking boots and poles. Clothing layers recommended. Snacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets. Hat and sunscreen.\nThe Ten Essentials of Hiking (https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/)\nTHIS HIKE RANKING: Level 3\, Intermediate (see chart below).\nPlease only sign up to attend hikes that are consistent with your ability. Based on your hiking during the last 90 days\, how would you score on the CHC Hike rating scale of one to five assuming a brisk pace?\nCHC HIKE RANKING SCALE:\n1. Beginner: 1-3 miles\, less than 500 feet elevation gain.\n2. Beginner/Intermediate: 1-7 miles\, less than 700 feet elevation gain.\n3. Intermediate: 5-10 miles\, 1000-2000 feet elevation gain.\n4. Intermediate/Advanced: 7-12 miles\, up to 3000 feet elevation gain.\n5. Advanced: 10-17 miles\, 3000 feet or more elevation gain. \nTRAILHEAD LOCATION:\nNewhall Ave/14 Freeway Park N Ride\nWhitney Canyon Road · Newhall\, CA\nDriving Directions  \nNAVIGATION: We highly recommend the AllTrails app be installed on your cell phones and/or you print a copy of the trail map so you can personally navigate the trail if you need to. \nThe Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike)\, or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5 \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY – IMPORTANT\, PLEASE READ \nBELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY: \nWhen you sign up for this event\, you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group\, hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event\, you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events\, you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. If you sign up for this hike\, you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/elsmere-canyon-with-extra-credit-to-whitney-canyon-falls/
LOCATION:Newhall Ave/14 Freeway Park N Ride\, Whitney Canyon Road\, Newhall\, CA\, 91321\, US
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DESCRIPTION:Saturday February 22 2025 – Elsmere – (Visiting the Jack Plant Area Eagle Pass New Elsmere.\nThen its choose your own adventure: \nOption 1. (6.5 Miles)\nIf interested in getting a little extra cardio you can follow usup and over to Whitney Canyon to check out the water falls. That means a bit of uphill. \nOption 2. (5.5 Miles )\nIf you do no wish to do the Extra cardio you can sign out and follow the Creek Side Trail back to the Parking lot where we started. \n***** RAIN OR SNOW FALLING AT TRAILHEAD CANCELS THIS HIKE ****** \nDistance: ~ 5.2 miles elongated loop hike or 6.5 for the extra Credit to Whitney Canyon. \nGain: ~ 1500 ft spread over the hike steepest bit at start and for the Extra Credit to Whitney Canyon. \nRating: Moderate (due to a section with some reasonable gain over a short distance early on). This hike is a next step for Beginners in pretty good condition who want some added Gain and to explore a new local area/ challenge. \nDescription:\nThe beautiful Elsmere Canyon area in Santa Clarita Valley can be explored in several ways. This latest route looks like a “9”. The area has greened back from the Tick Fire and ‘cos many of the oaks survived the area is still very picturesque. The fire also revealed many old discarded artifacts of oil and gas exploration in the area. \nHike:\nWe start by climbing the steepest part of the hike to the Jack Plant area where there is evidence of Elsmere oil production from about 100 years ago. Here is a super write up with lots of old / new photos – look out for some of these items.\nhttps://www.elsmerecanyon.com/oil/jack/jack.htm \nThen using the Eagle Pass trail we cross SE along cliffs above Elsmere canyon with views into the canyon below passing an interesting “peek a boo” rock and views of Los Pinetos Peak high above to the East.\nAt the junction at the top of the Elsmere Canyon trail we turn South and descend into a more heavily wooded area that finally takes us up a steep service road into the expansive New Elsmere area. All of a sudden – WOW we are perched on a grassy overlook with the I-5 and SR-14 interchange below and the SFV laid out before us.\nHere we will have a snacky time and try to stay out of the wind. We will maybe spot several more discarded oil and gas artifacts (they tend to be in that area). \nChoose your own Adventure option 1:\nWe return as we entered the area this time descending steeply into the most wooded shady riparian area of Elsmere canyon with a beautiful seasonal stream (currently flowing). After a short 1 mile alongside the creek we are back where we started. \nChoose your own Adventure option 2:\nExtra Credit Cardio. Go with us up yet more uphill and over to Whitney Canyon to check out the waterfall then back to where we started. \nMeet your Leader:\nAt the trail head the “Park and Ride at the end of Newhall Avenue” just east of the SR-14 freeway. (Google calls it “Whitney Canyon Park”/ See Map); meet in the lower Parking Lot (more space). DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLES SHOWING. \nMeet at 9:00AM for a 9:15AM SHARP departure. \nBring: A minimum of 2 liters water and some Gatorade snack/ sack lunch hiking poles (recommended) hat sunscreen and wear good boots with lots of tread. Bring an extra layer if morning is cold. Also snack spot can be windy. \nAdventure Pass: Not required. \nLeader’s NOTE: There are no bathrooms at this trail-head make plans accordingly. CARL’s Jr’ is close by on the corner of Newhall Ave and Sierra Hwy. \nDogs: OK if on a leash and well behaved around other dogs and people with poles. \nHike leader volunteer(s): Paul \nMeet: Newhall Ave/14 Freeway Park N Ride\nWhitney Canyon Road · Newhall CA at 8:45am departure at 9 :00 am sharp. \nDistance: Approximately 6.6 miles to 12 Miles. \nElevation gain: Approximately 1423 feet. \nTime: Approximately 3.50 hours hiking including a snack break.\nConditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition. \nDogs: Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. \nRestrooms: None. \nAdventure Pass: Not Required. \nIMPORTANT NOTES: We’ll hike at a brisk pace and ask everyone to stay with the group for a friendly and safe outing. Hiking may be hazardous due to uneven footing stream crossings exposures snakes bugs poison oak etc. Please be aware of your abilities and their limits. You are responsible for your own safety and well-being. This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other conditions. You can check the weather and other conditions on the AllTrails GPS Trail Map link below.\nESSENTIAL GEAR: Hiking boots and poles. Clothing layers recommended. Snacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets. Hat and sunscreen.\nThe Ten Essentials of Hiking (https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/)\nTHIS HIKE RANKING: Level 3 Intermediate (see chart below).\nPlease only sign up to attend hikes that are consistent with your ability. Based on your hiking during the last 90 days how would you score on the CHC Hike rating scale of one to five assuming a brisk pace?\nCHC HIKE RANKING SCALE:\n1. Beginner: 1-3 miles less than 500 feet elevation gain.\n2. Beginner/Intermediate: 1-7 miles less than 700 feet elevation gain.\n3. Intermediate: 5-10 miles 1000-2000 feet elevation gain.\n4. Intermediate/Advanced: 7-12 miles up to 3000 feet elevation gain.\n5. Advanced: 10-17 miles 3000 feet or more elevation gain. \nTRAILHEAD \nNewhall Ave/14 Freeway Park N Ride\nWhitney Canyon Road · Newhall CA\nDriving Directions  \nNAVIGATION: We highly recommend the AllTrails app be installed on your cell phones and/or you print a copy of the trail map so you can personally navigate the trail if you need to. \nThe Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike) or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5 \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY – IMPORTANT PLEASE READ \nBELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY: \nWhen you sign up for this event you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. If you sign up for this hike you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities.;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Whitney Canyon Road:geo:-118.5003329,34.3651792
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