National Trails Day is a celebration of trails that evolved from the report of President Ronald Reagan's President's Commission on Americans Outdoors. In 1987, the report recommended that all Americans be able to go out their front doors and within fifteen minutes, be on trails that wind through their cities or towns and bring them […]
This is monthly docent led hike that happens on the first Saturday I will unfortunately will not be doing this adventure; I also have a bike ride planned. The volunteer that does this hike is very knowledgeable and familiar with the area. Franklin Canyon in Beverly Hills is a nature center and park full of […]
**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 […]
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/mount-baden-powell Hello fellow Hikers, We are gonna hit another one of the 6 pack of peaks with Mount Baden Powell. This one will take us to a elevation of 9406 were we will be rewarded with a flag and trail sign. This trail is known for its 40 switchbacks and a 1500 year old limber […]
**Mount Hollywood Hike at Griffith Park** **Sunday June 5th, 2022** **TRAILHEAD TIME: 9:30 A.M.** **Eden Outdoor Adventures** This activity is being organized by Eden Outdoor Adventures on Meetup. You are more than welcome to join our Meetup group! **VACCINATED & BOOSTED PARTICIPANTS ONLY** **Sunday June 5th, 2022: Mount Hollywood at Griffith Park** **RATING: Intermediate** **TRAILHEAD […]
***Magical Weekend Experience – California’s golden central coast*** 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 I am spending the weekend in San Luis Obispo […]
**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 […]
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 BIKE RIDE FROM TEMESCAL CANYON TO FISHERMANS VILLAGE AND BACK We're headed to the Beach!!! We'll be […]
The gently rounded hills of Cheeseboro Canyon in the Simi Hills is older than the steeper, more recently formed Santa Monica Mountains, For over 150 years, ranchers made this canyon their home. Many of the native plants, poorly adapted to heavy grazing, were replaced with European annuals such as wild oats, mustard, and thistles. Despite […]
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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