BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO.NEED HELP:go to: https://wp.me/P9MbG4-hC CicLavia CicLavia is a quarterly event in Los Angeles where the streets get shut down and people can bike, […]
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/california/western-plateau-trail-and-hawk-canyon-trail-loop Hello Fellow Hikers,So it finally feels like it is cooling down, so now we can head out and start exploring more open trails. I changed the start time back to 9:00am but if the weather changes on us before our hiking date I'll change back to 8:00am...Okay so many of you may have hiked […]
BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO.NEED HELP:go to: https://wp.me/P9MbG4-hC BEAUTIFUL BIKE RIDE THROUGH SANTA BARBARA'S HOPE RANCH AREA This time we will be heading into the Hope Ranch […]
4.5 miles, 1000' gain, Easy Intermediate. There are several extended inclines and a couple short but steep climbs. Starting from the Long Canyon trailhead parking lot, we head up Long Canyon Trail to a bench. We'll regroup and let others catch up, then head down about 1000' to the 5-points junction. We'll make the first […]
BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO We will begin our trek on a fire road then continue above the shaded Bear canyon to the Tom Sloan Saddle. After […]
THIS A CONDITIONING HIKE! Our group hikes at a minimum of 2.5 miles per hour. You must be able to keep up with the group. Please sign up for this conditioning hike only if you can do this. Use the directions to the trailhead as described below. You must be able to hike 2.5 miles […]
Distance: 3.5 miles, Gain: 700', Intermediate.This was previously designated easy-intermediate, but some thought it should be labeled as intermediate because of the extended inclines. A strong and motivated beginner can do this hike. They would be challenged and slow during a few of these climbs. That's OK, because this is not a conditioning hike, it […]
4.6 miles, 900' gain, easy-intermediate. This route takes us through a beautiful canyon via a counter-clockwise lollipop. Most of the hike has a clear view of the sky, with a few parts that have tree cover. We'll be stopping at the half-way point for a snack and beverage share (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772). We'll start at the Palo […]
Three experts will share their knowledge of native plants on October 14 at 7:00 p.m. Attendees who donate $10 or more when they register will receive a voucher for a free 4-inch plant from Growing Works and a 15 percent discount code to participate in a Wild Rootz adventure. To sign up for this event, […]
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Trail statistics are approximate. For safety purposes always assume they are underestimated. But don’t be disappointed if they are overestimated. Bring more water and snacks than you think you’ll need. Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly. The Organizers and members of Hiking With Dean are not professional leaders, guides, or mountaineers. The function of the member or organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who shows up for a trip/meetup (and their guest or guests) is responsible for his or her own safety. By attending a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you and any guests that you bring are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the Organizers, Members of the Hiking With Dean Meetup Group from and against any and all liability arising from your participation in the group activities per our ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND LIABILITY WAIVER and Section 6.2 of the Meetup.com Terms of Service. |
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