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Rancho Sierra Vista, Peace, Love, and Joy

Rancho Sierra Vista Rancho Sierra Vista/Point Mugu, Newbury Park, CA, US

This is an alternative, and probably slower hike for Thursday, a gentler hike. We will start in the parking lot of SMMNRA and can go up to the monument if […]

Joshua Tree Camping – Jan 4-8, 2024

Indian Cove Group Camp Indian Cove Rd (off 29 Palms), 34.09715° N, 116.15971° W, Twentynine Palms, CA, US

Desert camping, starry skies, and amazing rock formations! ⛺️ 🪨 We have a group site for up to 25 people. 😀 Carpooling highly recommended. Camping fees to be split among […]

It Never Rains in Southern California #4 – 3.5 Miles 2 hrs

826 Lucile Ave 826 Lucile Ave, Los Angeles, CA, US

Let’s explore the winding streets of Silver Lake as we explore a bit of Hollywood History by climbing the Music Box Steps, made famous by the classic comedy film duo, […]

Hike at Caspers Wilderness Park – Bell Canyon + Oso Trail

Caspers Wilderness Park 33401 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano, CA, US

The hike I am planning is around 6.3 miles with about 700 ft. of elevation gain. It starts at the very end of the paved road, the long gray strip […]

Santa Clara Divide Road to Los Pinetos

Newhall Park and Ride 20303 Newhall Ave, Santa Clarita, CA, US

DESCRIPTION: We'll start from Whitney Canyon Park and hike along the Santa Clara Divide Road to Los Pinetos where you'll be treated to stunning 360 degree views of the local […]

Wind Caves – The Domelands (Anza Borrego Desert)

Chevron Gas Station 1071 N Imperial Hwy Ocotillo, CA 92259, Ocotillo, CA, US

Intermediate Backpacking Trip (only because it's a Dry Camp) Milage: 7 - 14 miles (depending on route) Some Cross country hiking. Ascent: +700-1000 ft High clearance vehicles recommended....but we have […]

Bike Tour: Westlake Village – North Ranch Loop

27201 Pico Canyon Rd 27201 Pico Canyon Rd, Stevenson Ranch, CA, US

I've scheduled a biking tour for this Saturday. You can check it out and RSVP here at my biking group

 

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