All bikes are welcome. On this one we’ll travel through Topanga State Park with stops at Eagle Rock, Parker Mesa, the Hub and Eagle Springs This outing will be an opportunity to discuss ebike tips and tricks. I am on my third ebike (pictured above) We’ll ride at a pace suitable for semi-beginners on mostly […]
Fit Beginner 4.3 miles, 480' gain. There is an out-and-back option that lowers the gain to 230'. This is a pot luck picnic. Please bring something to eat and drink, and a little extra to share. If your item requires it, bring plates and utensils to share. Pot Luck guidelines: https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772 We'll share snacks and […]
3.3 miles, 800' gain, fit beginner A hike to Paradise Falls is one of the most popular things to do for those visiting Simi Valley, yet a lot of people that live nearby rarely make this fun hike or perhaps have never done it. There are several paths one can take to the falls. This […]
Join us at the REI in Tustin to learn about the treasures in our own backyard. We'll talk about how to find places to go, guided, solo, and groups to join, what apps and websites are helpful, and much more. Find inspiration and challenge as well as valuable information in this short one hour session. […]
Register through Evenbrite link Join experts from Montrose Search & Rescue (SAR) and Sierra Club’s Wilderness Travel Course (WTC) for a discussion on hiking safety tips that can help hikers stay safe whether traveling alone or in a group. Montrose SAR will share real-life examples of recent rescues and provide insight on what could be […]
4.25 miles, 1200' gain, intermediate We start with a 1/4 mile walk from where we park along Cottonwood Dr, to the trail head. There we make a left and take a relatively flat section and hike for about 3/4 mile. We'll come to the same tar pits as the Tapo Canyon tar pit hike, and […]
Details Distance/ Gain: The hike is a 6-mile loop with about 1200 feet of gain. Rating: Moderate + (mainly for distance and altitude). Description: Mt Waterman is better known as a ski area in the San Gabriel Mountains off Highway 2. It recently was hit by the Bobcat fire and is just now starting to […]
THIS IS NOT AN HWD EVENT -- Go To registration page or see race flyer. 1K, 5K, 10K Course Information The Malibu Search & Rescue Trial Race (run or walk) is held in beautiful and historic Paramount Ranch home of scenic trails, valley oak savannah plats and wildlife including red-tailed hawks, deer, and acorn woodpeckers. […]
This is an informational post to help support Malibu Search and Rescue. Some of our members may participate in this event. To Register: https://tinyurl.com/msarrun 10K Trail Run @ 7:45 AM 5K Trail Run/Walk @ 8:00 AM 1K Kids Run/Walk @ 9:00 AM (under 13 only) Course Information The Malibu Search & Rescue Trial Race (run […]
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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