The hike will be about 5.7 miles with about 750 ft. of elevation gain. We will start on Peters Canyon Trail and take this to East Ridge View Trail. This is where we will go up Big Red. Then we will continue on this trail until we get to Eucalyptus to loop back. We will […]
Join us as MIRAGE celebrates and reinvents the timeless music of the legendary FLEETWOOD MAC.! Let's enjoy potluck picnic before the concert. If your item requires utensils, please supply them. You may wish to bring your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren't any. Snacks and/or beverages to share Located at Chumash Park, […]
This hike will be Gentler Intermediate and Earlier of the Tuesday hikes! The trail is an awesome blend of ocean and mountain views in Malibu’s La Jolla Canyon. We will start from the trailhead which follows the canyon eastward, away from the ocean. Then, it quickly brings you back toward the ocean at a gradual […]
Encinal Canyon is named for encina, the Spanish word for the holm oak, a lovely Mediterranean tree with holly characteristics. Holm oaks are one of the main trees used to establish truffle orchards, but we'll be nosing around the canyon strictly for its beauty. The trail from Encinal is a smooth, firm, and well-traveled single […]
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 […]
4 miles, 950' gain, Intermediate Easy Option: 1.6 miles, 400' gain, Fit Beginner Hardest option: 5 miles, 1200' gain, Intermediate The entire hike outbound is a steady incline. Nothing super steep, just continuous and quite strenuous for many. There are virtually no junctions where one can get lost. This is one of the more famous […]
CARPINTERIA LOOP We'll be riding along Carpinteria's coastline and its hilly back country roads. Make sure you have Tannus inserts, green slime or FlatOut in your inner tubes to avoid flats. MEETUP LOCATION AND TIME: 9:00 am in parking lot near restroom at Rincon Point State Beach ROUTE DISTANCE: 20 miles. ELEVATION GAIN: 1500' LUNCH: […]
A Benefit Concert to Support Music Programs Affected by the LA Fires sponsored by the Agoura High School Music Program! --- The Eaton Fire in Pasadena, Altadena, and Sierra Madre had a devastating impact on the students, families, and staff of the Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) community. Nearly 10,000 homes and businesses were destroyed, […]
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: * Food needs for day hikes and backpacking trips * Hydration, electrolytes, caffeine and more * Summit […]
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