BIKE RIDE - Ventura to Hobson Beach Park and back
2021-06-21 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 901 San Pedro St, 901 San Pedro St, Ventura, CA, 93001, US
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.
BIKE RIDE FROM VENTURA TO FARIA POINT AND BACKWe’ll be riding from San Buenaventura State Beach in Ventura to Hobson Beach Park. Afterwards, we’ll head (via bike) to Dukes Bar and Grill at 1124 S Seaward Ave, Ventura for a debriefing.
Make sure you bring along a spare inner tube.
MEETUP LOCATION AND TIME: Buenaventura state park in the parking lot that’s nearest to the beach and the bike path. There are restrooms here.
MEETUP DIRECTIONS FROM 101: Exit at Seaward Avenue in Ventura and head towards the ocean. Turn right on Pierpoint Blvd and take it to the end which will take you into the park.
If you have trouble finding us, call my cell# (805-358-5972).
MEETUP DATE AND TIME: Monday June 21st at 10 a.m.
PARKING FEE: Probably about $10 for the day. There’s also street parking, but that can be hard to find in a beach city.
DISTANCE: 20 miles round trip
DURATION: 4 hours
ELEVATION GAIN: minimal – it’s a pretty flat route with a few small inclines.
BIKE TRAIL DESCRIPTION: A paved two lane bike path and a bike lane on Pacific Coast Highway.
THE PACE: 9 MPH on up
LEVEL: Advanced Beginner on up
MY CELL # IS 805-358-5972
CDC COVID POLICY: Practice CDC social distancing guidelines during this event.

Rocky Peak Summit Trail Conditioning Hike (Valencia Hiking Crew)
2021-06-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2021-06-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Rocky Peak Trailhead, Rocky Peak Rd, Simi Valley, CA, 93063, US
Details
Rocky Peak Summit Trail is a 4.6 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Chatsworth, California that features interesting rock formations, beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, nature trips, and mountain biking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Distance: 4.6 milesElevation Gain: 961′Type of hike: Out and backRestrooms: NoneDrinking Fountains: NoneSunset: 8:09 p.m.Parking: Limited at the trailhead. But one can park along the Santa Susana pass road located south (across) the 118.Trail: Fire roadKnown Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-‘n-fall.
What to Bring:At least 1 liter of water and snacksHeadlampLayers for long stops
Participation in the event consents to observance of the COVID-19 guidelines of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH):https://covid19.ca.gov/
RSVP’s: If you RSVP for an event be responsible and update your RSVP if your plans change. If your plans change at the last second and you’re not able to update your RSVP also let us know. In my opinion a no-show is someone who has no regard for following the guidelines we request from our members and will risk being removed from future events that have a limit.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:
I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Valencia Hiking Crew Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Valencia Hiking Crew Meetup events, you are releasing the Valencia Hiking Crew Meetup Group and it’s organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Whitehorse Lollipop - Intermediate
2021-06-22 18:00 - 21:30 | Triunfo Community Park, 1869 Tamarack St., Westlake Village, ca, 91361, US
Intermediate, 5.25 mi, 1000′ gainThis is a cooler location compared to Simi Valley and surrounding areas.

Fit beginners can complete this hike, but it will certainly get their blood pumping. This is not a conditioning hike, it’s a social hike. We’ll be stopping at various points to let people catch up and to make sure they make any turns.
We’ll start by climbing the Triunfo Canyon trail for 1.25 miles, where we’ll hit a plateau.We’ll stop there and regroup, taking in the views. Then we’ll continue onto the Los Robles trail for another 1.25 miles, at which point we’ll come to a junction heading down.

We’ll head down and then up, the Whitehorse Canyon trail for 1 mile, then make a left onto the Conejo Crest Trail. We’ll follow that trail for 3/4 mile to a set of stairs and a bench. There, we’ll have a snack and beverage share ( https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772 ) social event for 30 – 60 minutes before heading down the last mile back to our cars.
Returning, we’ll go down the Brookview trail for 0.2 miles, making a left when we can for about 100 feet, then turning right at the dead end, and taking the Triunfo Canyon trail back down the way we came.
The Hike:Route: Distance: 5.25 milesElevation Gain: 1000′Difficulty: Intermediate ( https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781 )Pace: 2.0 mphDogs: Yes if leashed, per State lawRestrooms: YesDrinking Fountains: YesParking: Free at the trail head.Trail: Varied. Good condition.Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes
What to Bring:Snacks and/or beverages to share ( https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772 ).2 liters of water.Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.Flashlight or headlamp.
Directions:
Triunfo Community Park1869 Tamarack St.Westlake Village, CA91361
From Simi Valley:CA-118 west to CA-23 southCA-23 south for 7.4 milesUS-101 east/south for 1.5 miles, exit Hampshire Rd.Right on Hampshire Rd. south for 1 mileRight on S. Westlake Blvd. for 3/4 mileRight on Triunfo Canyon Rd. for 1/2 mileRight on Tamarack St. for 1000′ to dead end.Left into parking lot.
From the East:US-101 west/north, exit Westlake Blvd.Left on S. Westlake Blvd. for 1 mileRight on Triunfo Canyon Rd. for 1/2 mileRight on Tamarack St. for 1000′ to dead end.Left into parking lot.
Release of Liability: https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/pages/29622459/Is_Hiking_Dangerous/

TEHACHAPI MOUNTAIN
2021-06-23 08:00 - 14:00 | Tehachapi Mountain trailhead, SEE MAP, Tehachapi, CA, US
This Wednesday (8/31) I will be taking on one of the HPS peaks (Tehachapi Mountain 7960′). It’s a two hour drive from Agoura Hills. The trailhead starts out at 6039′ in the Tahachapi Mountain Park. Tehachapi Mountain is the high point of the Tehachapi Mountains, which dominate the northwest end of the Antelope Valley west of Mojave. The Tehachapis are near the southern end of the great Sierra chain of mountains, where the north-south peaks meet the Transverse Ranges and the San Andreas Fault.
DEBRIEFING: After the hike, I’ll be stopping at The Kohnen’s Country Bakery for a late lunch.

KOHEN’S COUNTRY BAKERY (https://www.kohnenscountrybakery.com/) WEB SITE
MEETUP DATE AND TIME: Wednesday June 23rd at 8:00 a.m.
MEETUP LOCATION: If interested in doing this event but our alternate meetup location won’t work for you, then meet us at the trailhead at 8:00 a.m. (SEE MAP) Be patient since most of us will be fighting traffic getting there from the alternate meetup location.
ALTERNATE MEETUP LOCATION: Those out my way can meet me in Woodland Hills at 6:00 a.m. and take off from there in a car pool. Meet at the corner of Leonora Dr. and Ponce Avenue. Ponce Ave. is the first street east of Fallbrook. We can park on Ponce which is not in front of any homes. We can load the cars up here, since there isn’t a car shuttle involved on this event.
DISTANCE: 7 miles
ELEVATION GAIN/LOSS: 2500’/2500′
TRAIL DESCRIPTION: Two miles of road and trail as well as some scrambling along “use” trails during this IN & OUT TREK.
THE PACE: We’re going to stay together, so no faster than the slowest hiker (a moderate pace).
DURATION: I’d like to get back to the cars around 2:00 p.m.
LEVEL: Strong Intermediate trekker
MY CELL# IS: 805-358-5972

Mini Mid-Week Night Hike: Juan Bautista de Anza Park in Calabasas
2021-06-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2021-07-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Juan Bautista, De Anza Park, Calabasas, CA, 91302, US
Welcome back!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.
Bring a flashlight or headlamp. You must be able to hike 2.5 miles per hour at a minimum.
Four miles and elev. gain of 600 may be too much for a beginning hiker.
If you are used to small hills you will be fine though.
The description is as follows for the mini-hike: Talepop Loop Event Description:
This is a relatively easy hike for a regular hiker( 4 miles 600′ elev gain)
with pleasant views of oak studded rolling hills. The hike starts out at
Juan Bautista de Anza Park, connects with the Talepop Loop trail and
climbs a ridgeline with nice views of both Liberty and Malibu Canyons.
Juan Bautista de Anza Park 3701 Lost Hills Road Calabasas, CA 91302 Park
is on the corner of Las Virgenes and Lost Hills Rds.
Meet at west end of parking lot. Parking is free.
Suggestion:Wear long pants/sleeves as the brush on either sides of
the trail can be very dry and sharp if you rub against it.
Directions :
From the Valley – Take 101 west. Exit Las Virgenes. Left on Las Virgenes to Lost Hills Rd. Right on Lost Hills. Left into Park
From Ventura – Take 101 east. Exit Lost Hills Rd. Right on Lost Hills. Right into the park.
What to Bring : 1 liter of water, hiking shoes (tennis shoes are ok).
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I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends. DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY: Outdoor sports and other events we plan are inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Thousand Oaks Hikers Group and it’s organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any The TOaks Hikers Group events, you are releasing the TOaks Hikers Group and it’s organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
Responsibility: I am not responsible for you. You are responsible for you. You should be self-sufficient and be able to find your way to safety in the event you find yourself on your own. I will not lead you back to the trailhead if you decide to turn back.
Disclaimer: The organizer and assistant organizers take no responsibility and will not be held responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur during this hiking event. Hiking can be inherently dangerous and accidents will happen. By participating in this hike posted on this meetup web page you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.

MT LOWE & MT MARKHAM
2021-06-24 07:00 - 11:00 | Eaton Saddle Trailhead, Mt Wilson Red Box Rd, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, 91206, US
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
THESE ARE THE RULES:1. You must follow all safety guidelines regarding Covid. This means 6-ft social distancing, and wearing a mask when passing others on the trail.2. We hike as a group and will not leave anyone behind.
Let’s continue to bag some peaks in the San Gabriel mountains.
Mt. Lowe and Mt. Markham are on the front range of the San Gabriel mountains. Even though both peaks are a short distance, each one packs a punch with some steepness and rock scrambling.
On both summits we will be rewarded with beautiful 360-degree views of San Gabriel peak, Mt. Disappointment, Mt. Deception and other neighboring peaks.
Stats:Level-Strong intermediate/NO BEGINNERSDistance- 9 milesGain- 1800′ (approximate)Terrain- fire road and single track trailsRestrooms- at Red BoxDogs- NOT ALLOWED ON THIS HIKEParking- free
WHAT TO BRING: A POSITIVE ATTITUDESnacks/lunch, at least 3 liters of water, Lug soles with good tread, poles if you like/have them.Hand sanitizer & mask.
My cell: 562 331 3793
CDH POLICY: Any member with two NO SHOWS on CDH events since will lose their membership with CDH. Members will not be allowed on this and future events until they have updated their CDH profile by answering the new questions as well as having a recognizable face photo of themselves. This update cannot be done via an app, an iPhone or any other type of a hand-held phone. It must be done on a computer.
COVID POLICY: We all wear a mask and practice CDC social distancing during this event. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN YOU BEING EXCLUDED FROM MY EVENTS IN THE FUTURE.

Long Canyon - Easy CC Loop - Suitable for Fit Beginners.
2021-06-24 18:00 - 21:30 | Long Canyon Trailhead Parking Lot, 597 Shadow Ln,, Simi Valley, CA, US
3 miles, 650′ gain, fit beginner.
There is one extended climb in the middle of the hike that is relatively mild (it is fire road) but continues for about a mile. Being a fire road, steepness is limited to that which a vehicle can climb.
Starting from the Long Canyon trailhead parking lot, we head west on the Woodridge Connector along the sides of houses. Note that is not heading UP from the trail head. This is a relatively flat section for about 3/4 mile.
Left at the asphalt along Woodridge Loop Trail, immediate right at the split, then continue until it comes to an end at a junction. Left and continue to another junction. Make a right, go about 50′ to another junction, make a right again, then 300′ to Autumn Ridge Trail.
Left and continue for about a mile. This is a fire road and a steady climb. We continue until 5-points junction.
Make a hard left onto Sunrise trail, then up to the bench. There, we’ll stop for a snack and beverage share (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772).
For the return, we’ll turn right and follow Long Canyon Trail back to the parking lot.
A picture of the route is posted at the end of the description.
Interesting Notes:
Take notice of the Eucalyptus tree at the trailhead.

Along the left side of the trail during the last 200′ (last because we are doing a counter-clockwise loop), you will see:
White Sage – the leaves are very fragrant when pinched

Elderberry – The blue or purple berries can be made into elderberry wine, jam, syrup, and pies.

Hike
Distance: 3 milesGain: 650Distribution: A moderate fire-road climb at the middle portion of the hike.Difficulty (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781): Fit Beginner.Shape: Loop, counter-clockwise.Pace: 2.0 mph.Trail Type: Fire road, single and double track. Areas of sand, gravel, and rock, some of it rugged.Trail Variations:The beginning is a flat walk.The middle will have an extended incline of about 1000 steps.The end is downhill, but somewhat steep.Duration: 3.0 hoursDogs: Yes. Leash as required by law.Restrooms: NoDrinking Fountains: No.Parking: Free in the paved parking area in front of the trail head.
What to bring:1 liter of water for every 3 miles.Snacks and/or beverages to share (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772).Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.Flashlight or headlamp.Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route.Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed.Hike type: Social.We won’t be hiking at a fast pace because this is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. There is nothing wrong with stopping, even if it means every 50 steps. See “How hard is this hike” in the discussion section (LINK (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781)).
Here is a picture of the route. Those that wish to return immediately instead of hanging around during the snack and beverage share, should memorize the below route so they can safely return on their own.

Stops:The host may designate stopping points to let others catch up. This hike will include an extended stop for a snack and beverage share (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772) at the half way point.
We will stop at junctions to make sure everybody makes any turns or chooses the correct direction at splits, else something will be used to mark the direction, usually a large arrow made of baking soda. There may not always be a sweeper designated to be the last hiker.
Each hiker is responsible for knowing their capability, only attending events where they are able to sustain the described pace, for keeping up with the group sufficiently enough to make the turns and not get left behind, and for making sure the host is notified if they are going to split from the group.
Group separation:Sometimes hikers wish to move significantly ahead and not wait at designated stopping points. Please let the host know. They are on their own regarding route and navigation. If others follow, it is group hijacking: Incorrect routes may be taken and group splitting may occur. Please don’t do this.
Directions:
Where Long Canyon Rd. and S. Wood Ranch Pkwy. intersect in Simi Valley. There is a free paved parking lot at the trailhead on the southwest corner.
From CA-23 and I-101:North CA-23, exit Olsen Rd.Right (east) on Olsen Rd., which becomes Madera Rd., for 2 miles.Right (south) on N. Wood Ranch Pkwy., which becomes S. Wood Ranch Pkwy., for 2 miles.Right at dead end (intersection with Long Canyon Rd.) and immediate left into parking lot.
From CA-118 and CA-27:West CA-118, exit 23 onto 1st St.Left (south) on 1st St., which becomes Long Canyon Rd., for 5 miles.Cross at dead end (intersection with S. Wood Ranch Pkwy.) and immediate left into parking lot.
Coordinates of trailhead: 34.228330, -118.803130Address of a nearby house: 597 Shadow Ln., Simi Valley, CA 93065
Arrive early, because sometimes the parking lot gets full. If this happens, we’ll need another 15 minutes to carpool from a nearly parking lot.
Disclaimer / Release of Liability:https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/pages/29622459/Is_Hiking_Dangerous/

🌕 Full Moon Hike & Party 🍺🍹
2021-06-24 19:00 - 22:00 | El Escorpión Park, 24480 Vanowen St, West Hills, ca, 91307, US
Our loopy hike will begin at the Vanowen St trail head for El Escorpión Park. We’ll head west along a dry creek until we enter the Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Preserve where we turn south toward Ahmanson Ranch. We’ll soon arrive at our destination atop a peak overlooking the West San Fernando Valley
Hike will be appx 3.75 miles total with about 600 feet total ascent.
Hike is rated MEDIUM due to terrain. See the hike rating guide here: https://www.hikingwithdean.com/hike-rating-guide/
This hike is suitable for fit beginners
Bring some adult beverages to share and food for yourself (or share). Please bring your own cups and plates.
👉NO WHITE LIGHTS ALLOWED ON HIKE. Green and/or red lights are ok (but lights will probably not be needed since the area will be well lit by the moon).
If you require a white light then this hike is not for you. Get one of these and stuff it into your backpack for future night hikes. https://amz.run/4bkH. (emergencies excepted, of course)
🍺🍹 Don’t forget to bring something cold to drink for the peak top
Sunset: 8:09 pmMoonrise: 8:36 pm
DirectionsGo to the west end of Vanowen St and park on street
From the 101 freeway exit Valley Circle Boulevard. Head north to Vanowen St. Turn left. Park on street near the end of Vanowen
From the 118: exit Topanga Canyon, go south, turn right on Vanowen St

Tapo Canyon Trail
2021-06-25 08:00 - 10:00 | Tapo Canyon Road, Tapo Canyon Rd, Simi Valley, CA, US
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/tapo-canyon-trail?u=i
Hello fellow hikers,The heat is here but we still need to keep moving so the goal is to hit this trail (which has partial shade ) and be back at our cars before it gets to hot… so…Join me on a easier moderate hike at Tapo Canyon Trail in Simi Valley. This hike has a nice gradual walk until we start a gradual climb were we will start our loop. We should encounter wildflowers and mountain views. Our loop will drop down then we will continue until we start our climb back up. From there it will be all downhill and straight back to our cars. I have attached the AllTrails link for directions, stats and photos….We will be following the AllTrails map from start to finish…https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/tapo-canyon-trail?u=i
Trail LoopMiles 4.3Rated ModerateDogs Allowed
We will always follow Jim’s Golden Rules:1) Hike your own hike2) Please stop at every junction and split to wait for others to catch up
Please remember to bring your face covering and all essentials you’ll need for a hike
And last….The Organizer, Co Organizer, Assistant Organizers and Event hosts in this group are not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who signs up for a Event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guess

CONEJO VALLEY BOTANIC GARDEN
2021-06-25 08:00 - 10:00 | Conejo Valley Botanic Garden, 400 W Gainsborough Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360, US
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
A HIKE FOR OUR SLOW, OUR OLD AND OUR WALKING WOUNDED(WW)
Between The Oaks Mall and the mountains and the freeway and the green way, lies one of the hidden gems of the Conejo Valley. The Conejo Valley Botanic Garden is 33-acres of natural terrain encircled by the city of Thousand Oaks. From the sweeping vistas at the peak of the Garden through fifteen unique, hillside specialty gardens, and onto the hiking trail along the riparian steam, the Conejo Valley Botanic Garden is a destination not to be missed.We’ll cover all the trails that this small park offers. It’s perfect for beginners on up.
MEETUP LOCATION: Inside the Dover and Hendrix Park at the end of Jeaunine Street entrance (SEE LINK BELOW FOR THE EXACT LOCATION)https://www.google.com/maps/place/34%C2%B011’36.3%22N+118%C2%B052’59.2%22W/@34.1930591,-118.8865345,17z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d34.1934059!4d-118.883112There are restrooms in the park
MEETUP TIME: Ready to hike no later than 8:00 a.m.
DURATION: 2+ HOURS
DISTANCE: 4 miles max – Those getting tired along the way can easily drop out and return to their cars since we will be hiking a series of circles starting out with a loop through the park itself.
ELEVATION GAIN: 250 feet max
PACE: 2+ mph
TERRAIN: Single and double track trails
RESTROOM: Yes
DOGS ALLOWED: NO
MY CELL # IS 805-358-5972

Ray Miller Backbone trail to Overlook trail
2021-06-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Ray Miller Trailhead, Malibu, CA, 90265, US
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/ray-miller-backbone-trail-to-overlook-trail?u=i
Hello Fellow Hikers,Okay finally found a trail that shows it will be in the 70’s so let’s get out and hit a longer hike. Were gonna be hiking in the Mountains with great views of the ocean. Great time to hit this trail as it is exposed and Friday shows cooler weather with ocean breeze. Were gonna be following the AllTrails map from start to finish so I attached the link for directions, pics, and stats…..https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/ray-miller-backbone-trail-to-overlook-trail?u=i
Trail out and backMiles 8.9Rated moderateElevation Gain 1496 ftDogs sorry allowed on this trail
We will always follow Jim’s Golden Rules:1) Hike your own hike2) Please stop at every junction and split to wait for others to catch up
Please remember to bring all essentials you’ll need for a hike
And last….The Organizer, Co Organizer, Assistant Organizers and Event hosts in this group are not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who signs up for a Event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guess

Mt. Wilson Trail from Sierra Madre to the Cosmic Cafe
2021-06-26 06:30 - 14:30 | 189 E Mira Monte Ave, 189 E Mira Monte Ave, Sierra Madre, CA, 91024, US
NOT FOR BEGINNERS
This is a strenuous 13.6 +/- mile hike, out and back to the top of Mount Wilson. The first (and last) mile is fully exposed.
The Mount Wilson Trail was built in 1864 by Benjamin “Don Benito” Wilson. He had planned to use it to bring down timber for his ranch. Not much timber was cut, and the trail was repurposed to construct the first Mt. Wilson Observatory, established by Harvard College in 1889.
The trailhead for the Mt. Wilson Trail can be found right next to the historic Lizzie’s Trail Inn. From 1906 to 1950, the The Pacific Electric railway brought thousands of aspiring Mt. Wilson hikers to Sierra Madre. In 1890, a lunch stand was created at the base of the Mt. Wilson Trail to serve the hikers heading up and down the trail. From 1925 to 1935, the stand was operated by Lizzie McElwain, and this is when Lizzie’s Trail Inn became famous. A menu of fried chicken, ravioli, and distilled spirits (in the age of prohibition) was a hit. The business closed in 1948, and is now preserved as a museum for the public good.
Trail Description:
From the intersection of Mira Monte Avenue and Mt. Wilson Trail Drive, walk up the drive about 150 yards to the beginning of the marked trail on the left. Follow the trail briefly up to a ridge top road where you’re greeted by another trail sign. Veer to your left and follow the road to the main trail as it begins to climb, high on the western slope of Little Santa Anita Canyon.
At the 1.5 mile mark you reach the trail junction with First Water — so named because it’s the first place where you can get water. There is a junction here that leads down a short spur trail to the creek, where there is in fact water running most of the time.
The trail continues to climb up Little Santa Anita Canyon and at 3.5 miles you reach Orchard Camp. This is roughly the halfway point up to the summit of Mt. Wilson, earning it the nickname of the Halfway House.
At one time there were a number of cabins and buildings at Orchard Camp to support the construction of the Mt. Wilson Observatory. Today all that remains are some concrete steps and fragments of the foundations. It’s a good place to take a snack break and catch your breath.
Continuing on past Orchard Camp, there is another steep ascent to reach Manzanita Ridge and The Bench. From this junction it’s another 2.4 miles to the summit of Mt. Wilson. This is also the point that the Mt. Wilson Trail meets up with the Gabrielino Trail (The Mt. Wilson route from Chantry Flat).
We will take a break at the top under the shaded pavilion that also houses the Cosmic Cafe. Refill your water and load up on Cosmic Cafe fare if you like, or just bring your own lunch. https://www.mtwilson.edu/cosmic-cafe/
Getting to the Trail:
From I-210, take the Baldwin Ave. exit, head north for 1.5 miles through downtown Sierra Madre and turn right on Mira Monte. The park will be on the left in 0.2 mile. Park where available. We will meet at the park.
And, if you want more information on the history of the Mount Wilson Trail, check out this website, http://www.dankat.com/mstory/trail.htm
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends.

Wildwood Park - Las Flores - Fit Beginner
2021-06-26 17:00 - 21:00 | 604 W Avenida De Las Flores, 604 W Avenida De Las Flores, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360, US
Fit Beginner, 4 miles, 600′ gain.
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 brige just past the Meadows Picnic area.
We’ll make a left, continuing on Wildwood Canyon Trail, past the Tee Pee Trail, behind Paradise Falls, left at the split, and after about a mile, Wildwood Canyon Picnic area will be on the left. There will be several tables.
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. We’ll share snacks and drinks (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772) for 60 – 90 minutes, before heading back the way we came.
Hike Distance: 4 milesGain: 600′Distribution: Well distributed.Difficulty (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781): Fit BeginnerShape: Out and Back.Pace: approx. 2.0 mph.Trail Type: Fire Road, Single-Track, and Double-Track.Duration: 4.0 hoursDogs: Yes.Restrooms: YesDrinking Fountains: Yes.Parking: Free along street.
What to bring: 1 liter of water for every 3 miles.Hiking shoes/bootsFlashlight or headlamp.Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.Snacks and/or beverages to share.
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route. A pic of the route has been posted as part of this description.
Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed
Hike type: Social.We won’t be hiking at a fast pace because this is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. There is nothing wrong with stopping, even if it means every 50 steps.
Stops:The host may designate stopping points to let others catch up. We will stop at junctions to make sure everybody makes any turns or chooses the correct direction at splits, else something will be used to mark the direction, usually a large arrow made of baking soda or sticks in the shape of an arrow. There may not always be a sweeper designated to be the last hiker.
Each hiker is responsible for knowing their capability, only attending events where they are able to sustain the described pace, for keeping up with the group sufficiently enough to make the turns and not get left behind, and for making sure the host is notified if they are going to split from the group.
Group separation: Sometimes hikers wish to move significantly ahead and not wait at designated stopping points. Please let the host know. They are on their own regarding route and navigation.
Directions
Las Flores Trailhead604 W Avenida De Las FloresThousand Oaks, CA, 91360
Release of Liability: https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/pages/29622459/Is_Hiking_Dangerous/

Wildwood Park-Las Flores Potluck Hike
2021-06-26 17:00 - 21:00 | 604 W Avenida De Las Flores, 604 W Avenida De Las Flores, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360, US
Let’s enjoy the beautiful sunset and great potluck with wonderful friends!
Please bring– Food and drink to share– Your own cup, plate and utensils– Water– Flashlight or headlamp*** Happy spirit! ***
This is cross-posted on Hiking Plus.
Fit Beginner, 4 miles, 600′ gain.
We start at the Las Flores trailhead where Las Flores dead-ends at Wildwood Park, and head west.604 W Avenida De Las Flores, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
After 1/3 mile, the trail becomes Wildwood Canyon Trail. We continue for another 2/3 mile and cross a bridge just past the Meadows Picnic area.
We’ll make a left, continuing on Wildwood Canyon Trail, past the Tee Pee Trail, behind Paradise Falls, left at the split, and after about a mile, Wildwood Canyon Picnic area will be on the left. There will be several tables.
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I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS
ENTIRETY: Outdoor sports and other events we plan are inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Thousand Oaks Hikers Group and it’s organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any The TOaks Hikers Group events, you are releasing the TOaks Hikers Group and it’s organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgement and experience.
Responsibility: I am not responsible for you. You are responsible for you. You should be self-sufficient and be able to find your way to safety in the event you find yourself on your own. I will not lead you back to the trailhead if you decide to turn back.
Disclaimer: The organizer, assistant organizers, and event hosts take no responsibility and will not be held responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur during this hiking event. Hiking can be inherently dangerous and accidents will happen. By participating in this hike posted on this meetup web page you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.

Tapo Canyon Trail
2021-06-27 08:00 - 10:00 | Tapo Canyon Road, Tapo Canyon Rd, Simi Valley, CA, US
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/tapo-canyon-trail?u=i
Hello fellow hikers,The heat is here but we still need to keep moving so the goal is to hit this trail (which has partial shade ) and be back at our cars before it gets to hot… so…Join me on a easier moderate hike at Tapo Canyon Trail in Simi Valley. This hike has a nice gradual walk until we start a gradual climb were we will start our loop. We should encounter wildflowers and mountain views. Our loop will drop down then we will continue until we start our climb back up. From there it will be all downhill and straight back to our cars. I have attached the AllTrails link for directions, stats and photos….We will be following the AllTrails map from start to finish…https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/tapo-canyon-trail?u=i
Trail LoopMiles 4.3Rated ModerateDogs Allowed
We will always follow Jim’s Golden Rules:1) Hike your own hike2) Please stop at every junction and split to wait for others to catch up
Please remember to bring all essentials you’ll need for a hike
And last….The Organizer, Co Organizer, Assistant Organizers and Event hosts in this group are not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who signs up for a Event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guess

BIKE RIDE - Westlake Village
2021-06-29 08:00 - 10:00 | Triunfo Park, 980 Aranmoor Ave, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91362, US
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 – Westlake VillageThe route will start at Triunfo Park and continue clockwise around the lake.We’ll have the option to do 1 to 3 times around the lake.
Make sure you bring along a spare inner tube.
MEETUP LOCATION AND TIME:8:00 am at Triunfo Park:https://www.google.com/maps/place/34%C2%B009’22.2%22N+118%C2%B050’45.8%22W/@34.1548761,-118.8445732,451m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d34.1561769!4d-118.8460542
PARKING FEE: No
DISTANCE: 6, 12 or 18 miles. It’s your choice to go around the lake once, twice or three times.
ELEVATION GAIN: 250
THE PACE: 9 mph or more.
DURATION: 2+ hours
LEVEL: Advanced Beginner capable of at least 9 MPH
TERRAIN: Street bike path
RESTROOMS: At Triunfo Park
MY CELL # IS: 805-358-5972

Las Llajas - Suitable for beginners
2021-06-29 18:00 - 21:30 | Las Llajas Canyon Trail trailhead, 5715 Evening Sky Drive, Simi Valley, CA, Simi Valley, CA, 93063, US
5 miles, 700′ gain, Beginner.
This hike is a great trail for beginners because all the elevation gain is distributed. It is a walk down a rolling fire road through a really cool canyon, and you will find no difficult or extended elevation climbs.
This is one of my favorite trails for people new to hiking. It is an “out-and-back” hike, where we return the way we came, so there is virtually no chance of getting lost. You may be amazed that such a place exists right here in Simi Valley.
From the trail head, we’ll walk down an asphalt path for several hundred steps and turn right onto a gravel fire road. After that, there will be no more turns. But shortly, we’ll take a detour up a trail off to the right to see the first bee sactuary. it was filled with live bees last time I looked in May 2017. Then we’ll return back to the fire road.
We’ll continue on the fire-road for about 1 mile. We’ll stop there (in the shade if summer) to allow others to catch up.
Then we’ll take a 200′ detour to the left to see the second bee sanctuary, which continues in a half circle back to the fire road. Even though I haven’t seen any actual bees there, it’s still interesting to see.
We’ll continue for another 1.5 miles and wait there for anybody that needs to catch up, and share snacks and/or beverages (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772).
There is a lot of wild life along this trail because it is the only area with water for quite a distance.

This is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. See link How Hard is This Hike (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781). Still, for those that aren’t interested in the beverage and/or snack share and want more of a workout, just continue on for another mile (15-20 minutes) at a fast pace, then turn around and come back. That’s about how long we’ll be before packing up and heading back the way we came.
Interesting Notes:
Tree Tobacco (Nicotiana glauca)
Elongated yellow flowers. The Cahuilla Indians used the leaves interchangeably with other tobacco species in hunting rituals and as a poultice to treat swellings, bruises, cuts, wounds, boils, sores, inflamed throat, and swollen glands.
It does not contain nicotine. It contains anabasine, a similar compound, which is highly toxic to humans and animals. It is more toxic than nicotine. Ingestion of the leaves can be fatal. It is being investigated for use as a biofuel. All parts of this plant are toxic.
Used as an insecticide. Do not smoke.

The Hike:
Distance: 5 milesGain: 700′Distribution: Well distributed.Difficulty (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781): Beginner.Shape: Out and Back.Pace: 2.0 mph.Trail Type: Fire road.Trail Variations:Rolling stroll.Duration: 3.5 hoursDogs: Yes. Leash as required by law.Restrooms: NoDrinking Fountains: No.Parking: Free along street.

What to bring:
1 liter of water for every 3 miles.Snacks and/or beverages to share (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772).Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.Flashlight or headlamp.Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route. A pic of the route has been posted as part of this description.Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed.
Hike type: Social.We won’t be hiking at a fast pace because this is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. There is nothing wrong with stopping, even if it means every 50 steps. See “How hard is this hike” in the discussion section (LINK (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781)).
Stops:The host may designate stopping points to let others catch up. This hike will include an extended stop for a snack and beverage (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772) share at the half way point. This hike does not have any junctions once past the first 500′. There may not always be a sweeper designated to be the last hiker.
Each hiker is responsible for knowing their capability, only attending events where they are able to sustain the described pace, for keeping up with the group sufficiently enough to make the turns and not get left behind, and for making sure the host is notified if they are going to split from the group.
Since this hike is out-and-back on a wide fire road with no turns after the first 500′, one cannot get lost. Therefore, for this hike, it will be acceptable to split from the group moving faster, slower, or otherwise at your own pace.
Group separation:Sometimes hikers wish to move significantly ahead and not wait at designated stopping points. Please let the host know. They are on their own regarding route and navigation. If others follow, it is group hijacking: Incorrect routes may be taken and group splitting may occur. Please don’t do this.
Directions:
Las Llajas Canyon Trail5715 Evening Sky DrSimi Valley, CA 93063
From the west: 23-N to 118-E, Exit 29 Yosemite.From the east: 118-W, Exit 29 Yosemite.Head north on Yosemite for 1.25 miles. Turn right (east) on Evening Sky Drive and proceed for 0.5 miles. See the trail head on the left. Park along the street.
Release of Liability: https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/pages/29622459/Is_Hiking_Dangerous/

2-Night backpack of Big Pine Lakes Trail
2021-06-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Big Pine Creek Overnight Parking, Big Pine, CA, 93513, US
Description: This is a 2-night backpacking trip. It’s on a weekday. But if you can take off from work to do it, it’s highly recommended.
There are two trailheads to do this hike. One is at the “Big Pine Creek Overnight Parking.” And the other is at the “Big Pine Creek Trailhead,” which is at the end of the road going towards the cabins. On June 29, 2021, we meet at the “Big Pine Creek Overnight Parking” at 6:30 a.m. Then, we start the hike at 7:00 a.m. We do Lake #1, #2 and #3. When we reach Lake #3, we set up camp and proceed to Lake #4 and #5 and go back to Lake #3 to sleep overnight. The following day, we hike to Lake #6 and #7 and back to Lake #3 for another overnight stay. I’ve done the lollipop trail of the lakes trail a few times in one day, skipping Lake #6 and #7. So, on the 3rd day, July 1, 2021, we go back to our cars using the lollipop trail from Lake #3, passing by Lake #4, #5 and Black Lake. Then, we head home.
To secure your spot, please send $15 via PayPal or Zelle. PM me for my PayPal email address or the Zelle phone number you prefer to send payment. The total cost of the permit is only $81.00 for the whole group. But, to ensure commitment, there will be no refund. Any remaining balance from the collected fees will be donated to the Yosemite Conservancy in honor of VHC’s name.
AllTrails info:https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/big-pine-lakes-trail
RULES: 1. This hike is limited to 15 participants. 2. Social distancing should be observed on the trail and at the campsite. 3. Participants are required to carry a mask and wear it as much as practicable throughout the duration of the event. Masks are required when less than 6 feet from each other at the peak. 4. Hikers should not attend this hike if they show any sign of COVID-19 symptoms (like: Fever or chills, Cough, Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, Fatigue, Muscle or body aches, Headache, New loss of taste or smell, Sore throat, Congestion or runny nose, Nausea or vomiting, and Diarrhea) 5. Hugging and handshakes are discouraged. ******************************************************************* RSVP’s: If you RSVP for an event be responsible and update your RSVP if your plans change. If your plans change at the last second and you’re not able to update your RSVP also let us know. In my opinion a no-show is someone who has no regard for following the guidelines we request from our members and will risk being removed from future events that have a limit. DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY: IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends. Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Valencia Hiking Crew Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Valencia Hiking Crew Meetup events, you are releasing the Valencia Hiking Crew Meetup Group and it’s organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

VIP Hike In Malibu – Post Hike Lunch With Open Bar
2021-06-30 08:00 - 13:00 | Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market and Patio Café, 25653 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA, 90265
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Details
This one us my classic “Sea to Mesa Peak” hike
Many hiking groups promise to take you to Mesa Peak but they never do. That’s because they have confused their peaks and take you to the wrong one. So come along with us to the real Mesa Peak!

Our hike will begin at the beach in Corral Canyon, the last undeveloped coastal canyon in Los Angeles County that flows freely to the ocean.

We will then leave Corral Canyon for my “secret trail” through pristine wilderness to the Puerco Canyon watershed divide that provides spectacular ocean and mountain views.

We’ll take a snack break on Mesa Peak (elev 1,844 ft)

Post hike lunch will be at Malibu Seafood (http://www.malibuseafood.com/) – right at the trailhead.
🍹🍷🍺They allow you to bring your own beverage, alcohol included

HIKE IS ABOUT 8 MILES WITH ABOUT 1,800 FT TOTAL ASCENT AND IS RATED DIFFICULT DUE TO TERRAIN. SEE THE HIKE RATING GUIDE
Directions:
Head for Malibu Seafood and park on PCH or in the pay lot next door. I don’t know how much it is today, but their is a credit card machine. We’ll meet in the pay lot by the Sara Wan trail head
RSVP Here
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WWW ADVENTURE AT BIG BEAR LAKE - Hike to Grand View Point and Kayaking
2021-06-30 08:00 - 20:00 | Meet at the P&R in Glendale on E. Wilson Ave., 1544 E Wilson Ave, Glendale, CA, Glendale, CA, US
A VERY SHADY TRAIL AND KAYAKING TO BEAT THE HEAT
Join me and some WWW members if you would like to spend all day at Big Bear Lake with us experiencing the fun that our Wednesday events offer. We’ll start out with a 7 mile In and Out hike to Grand View Point via the Pine Knot Trail with a 1160′ gain/loss. Pack a lunch to be enjoyed at Grand View Point. After the hike we’ll have a little WWW fun on the lake with Kayaks which we’ll be renting at Paddles and Pedals. Of course, if you know anything about the WWW, you know you will be getting wet. Therefore, bring a change in clothing and your secret water weapon.The Paddles and Pedals rentals are $35/1 hour and $50/2 hours for 2 person Kayak. Plan on 2 hours if the hike doesn’t take too long to do and the wind is calm.
DEBRIEFING: Plan on having dinner there after the lake fun.
If you have to be somewhere later that day, don’t commit to this. This event will be over when it’s over.
MEETUP TIME, LOCATION AND DIRECTIONS: Take the 134 Fwy east and exit Harvey Dr. heading south. Make a right on E. Wilson Ave. followed immediately by a right into the Park And Ride there. Whether you meet at an earlier location or not, you’ll all be required to meet at our caravan location at the park and ride in Glendale. We’ll all meet there at 6:00 a.m. and fill up as few cars as possible. Those that don’t drive can help pay for gas.
EARLIER MEETUP LOCATION: Those out my way can meet me in Woodland Hills at 5:30 a.m. and take off from there in a car pool. Meet at the corner of Leonora Dr. and Ponce Avenue. Ponce Ave. is the first street east of Fallbrook. We can park on Ponce which is not in front of any homes. We can load the cars up here, since there isn’t a car shuttle involved on this event.
FINAL MEETUP LOCATION: Pine Knot Trailhead 8:00 am
ELEVATION GAIN/LOSS: 1160’/1160’
DISTANCE: 7 miles
TERRAIN: Single track
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: Intermediate hiker capable of hiking 7 miles in the 7000′ to 8000′ range.
ADVENTURE PASS: May be required at the trailhead.
MY CELL# IS: 805-358-5972

Limekiln Canyon Lollipop - Suitable for beginners
2021-07-01 18:00 - 21:30 | Limekiln Canyon Trail, 19569 Rinaldi Street, Porter Ranch, CA, US
4 miles, Gain: 500′.This is a beginner (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781) hike on the beautiful Limekiln trail. The hike starts at the trail head near the Tampa exit on I-118, just 3 miles east of the Topanga Canyon exit.
I haven’t done this route since the fire in Oct 2019, so we’ll see how this changes our route and/or snack-share social spot.
This hike is a slight lollipop (from the shape of the route). There are no extended inclines, however there are about 5 bumps in the trail with 25-40′ gains, about 35-65 steps each. This is something a beginner would be able to handle, but these bumps will get the blood pumping, as they are like climbing up to 4 flights of stairs. There is nothing wrong with pausing for a breather while tackling these bumps in the trail.

The trail varies between asphalt, gravel fire road, single tracker, tree covered, hilly, roadside, wooded, open air, and strolls through the park. We’ll enter Limekiln Canyon, where we’ll first encounter a heavily wooded park with large pine trees lining the trail and blocking out the sun. We’ll continue for about 2 miles. We’ll reach Sesnon Blvd., and then travel about 20 yards west and taking a different trail back into the Canyon.
After several hundred yards, we’ll return to the original trail for the return. Soon, we’ll take a slightly different route by making a right off the trail, but it still returns back to the original trail after a short distance.
Just before we complete the last 3/4 mile, we’ll turn right instead of left, because after about 20 yards, we’ll find a couple benches hidden behind the trees. We’ll have a snack and beverage share (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772) there before continuing back to our cars. Those that don’t want to stick around are welcome to head back to their cars by any route they choose, but I’ll take a few splits to the right and cover some different trails, each that returns back to the original trail after several hundred yards.
There will be a couple creek crossings on the return, where one will use a few stepping stones to avoid getting wet. In general, it won’t matter if you choose incorrectly from this point because all the splits end up going the same way.

Interesting Notes:
Here are a couple plants you are sure to see on this hike:
California Buckwheat
When the white flowers turn a rusty brown, they can be crushed into a powder, mixed with water, and baked into bread. The black seeds in the flower heads are also edible. Don’t touch the white flowers if bees are around because they won’t like it and may attack. A cold tea made from the leaves has been used to treat stomachaches and headaches. A warm tea made from the roots has been used to treat colds. The stems are stiff and flexible, so they have been used by Indians as piercing utensils.

Laurel Sumac
Red stems and outline along leaves. The dried flower bunches look like small trees, and are used by model railroad builders as such, after being dyed green. Laurel sumac is sensitive to cold and does not tolerate freezing conditions. Orange growers in the early history of southern California used to pick places to plant their oranges based on where laurel sumac was growing because this indicated it would not get too cold for oranges if laurel sumac could grow there. For some, the sap will irritate their skin just like poison oak, causing blisters. Also called “Taco Plant”.

Directions:
Limekiln Canyon TrailPorter Ranch, CA 91326
From the 118
Exit Tampa Ave (3 miles east of the Topanga Canyon exit) and head north for 1000′.Left (west) on Rinaldi St. for 1000′.Trailhead on the right (north).Park on either side of the street.
From the 101 @ CA23
North CA-23 for 8.4 milesEast I-118 for 18 miles.Exit Tampa Ave (3 miles east of the Topanga Canyon exit) and head north for 1000′.Left (west) on Rinaldi St. for 1000′.Trailhead on the right (north).Park on either side of the street.
The Hike:
Distance: 4 milesElevation Gain: 500′Difficulty: EasyPace: 2.5 mphDogs: Yes if leashed, per State lawRestrooms: NoDrinking Fountains: NoParking: Free on either side of the street in front of the trail head.Trail: Varied. Good condition.
What to Bring:
Snacks and/or beverages to share (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772).1 -2 liters of water.Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.Flashlight or headlamp.
Release of Liability: https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/pages/29622459/Is_Hiking_Dangerous/

MADEA CREEK WALKABOUT - A real beginner's hike in Oak Park
2021-07-02 08:00 - 10:00
Join me on one of CDH’s easier hikes as we start to build up our muscles for more challenging hikes in the future. I will be walking at a slow pace with many breaks along a paved Paseo winding its way along Madea Creek in Oak Park. This pathway is known as The Madea Creek Trail and it’s geared for beginners that can handle 2 miles with an overall elevation gain of 100′. It will take us through The Oak Canyon Community Park as well as The Media Creek and The Chapparal Parks. This is an opportunity to experience the beauty that the heart of Oak Park offers. If you haven’t had enough after 2 miles, we can walk a bit more in The Oak Canyon Community Park.
GENERAL MEETUP LOCATION: Oak Canyon Community Park in Oak Park
EXACT MEETUP LOCATION: https://www.google.com/maps/place/34%C2%B011’06.4%22N+118%C2%B046’13.9%22W/@34.1851121,-118.7715434,434m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m9!1m2!10m1!1e2!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d34.1851099!4d-118.770516
RESTROOM: Yes
MEETUP DIRECTIONS: Exit Kanan Rd. off the 101 Fwy. and head north to Hollytree Drive. Turn right onto Hoolytree Dr. and immediately turn left into Oak Canyon Community Park. Drive to the second parking lot on your left which is next to the restroom.
MEETUP TIME: 8:00 a.m.
DURATION: 2 hours
ELEVATION GAIN: 100′
DISTANCE: 2+ miles
TERRAIN: Mostly an easy paved trail with a little bit of dirt trail and a bit of sidewalk as well.
PACE: A slow walk
LEVEL: For Beginners and those recovering from an injury
DOGS ALLOWED: YES
MY CELL # IS 805-358-5972

Whiting Woods Loop
2021-07-03 06:00 - 10:30 | Whiting Woods Trailhead, 100 Whiting Woods Rd, Glendale, CA, 91208, US
Let’s beat the heat! This is a short trail but the first two miles are very steep. We’ll take a short snack break at one of the towers, enjoy the view then head back down.
Distance: <6 miles
Elevation Gain: 1,508′
Trail: Single track, firebreak, fire road, loop, mostly exposed
Level: Not for beginners, will be at my pace. I am not a beginner hiker!
Parking: Street parking at trailhead.
Directions: From the I-210 to La Crescenta, take the Pennsylvania Ave. exit and head south for about 0.5 miles. Stay on Pennsylvania, and it soon becomes Honolulu Ave. Turn right on Whiting Woods Road. Drive 0.3 miles and park at the end of the road. We’ll meet at the yellow gate at the TH.
This is a residential neighborhood. Please be mindful of the noise level.
This write up is Don’s:
Description:
Whiting Woods Trail in La Crescenta leads to the Verdugo Motorway. It’s six miles/1,500 elev gain loop. It starts out on a beautiful shaded trail, which will lead us to the challenging part of the hike. It is climbing in less than eighth of a mile with a 200+ ft elev gain and totally exposed.
There is poison oak at the beginning of the trail but totally avoidable.

Then once we get to the top, we will be on the Verdugo Motorway to head back down to our cars. It is a moderate hike. Best to leave Fido at home because of one short section that will be steep. Bring plenty of liquids and nourishment you will require.

This hike will reward us with beautiful views of the Angeles National Forest to the north and all of Glendale and the Valley beyond to the south and west.
WHITING WOODS HISTORY:
http://www.whitingwoods.org/History.htm
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The Fine Print
PLEASE – Know your limits and abilities. Bring snacks and drink plenty of liquids when hiking. Check weather conditions and dress accordingly and be aware of your surroundings at all times. Watching out for poison oak, snakes, ticks, uneven footing, spectacular views, beautiful fauna all while interacting with awesome (usually) fellow hikers can be extremely hazardous, rewarding and fun.
The Farzan Rule: Posted hike times are the time the hike starts or we leave from a posted shuttle location. I’m aware other Meetup groups offer a grace period for late arrivals; we don’t. It’s your responsibility to know the location of the meeting spot and be there and ready to participate at the posted time. If you have any concerns about the directions feel free to contact the organizer of the event, preferably in advance of the event and not at the start time. I’m of the opinion that it’s not fair to delay an event when the majority of attendees have arrived on-time. (so named after a conversation I had with a certain un-named member)
RSVP’s: If you RSVP for an event be responsible and update your RSVP if your plans change. If your plans change at the last second and you’re not able to update your RSVP also let us know. In my opinion a no-show is someone who has no regard for following the guidelines we request from our members and will risk being removed from future events that have a limit.
VHC HIKE RATING SCALE
Rating a hike is subjective, meaning the difficulty of a hike will be in direct relation to how often you hike and the type of hike you prefer. Keep in mind that any hike can have the following: uneven hiking surfaces, various obstructions, water and/or water crossings or bouldering and/or rock hopping. A great hike will have all of these!
1 – A long walk
2 – 4 mile hike w/little elevation gain
3 – 5 mile hike w/up to1000 ft. elevation gain
4 – 5+ mile hike w/up to1500 ft. elevation gain (heart rate increases at times)
5 – 7+ mile hike w/over 1500 ft. elevation gain (heart rate increasing even more at times)
6 – 7+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be trying to remember how to perform CPR)
7 – 5+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be muttering expletives to yourself)
8 – 10+ mile hike w/over 3500 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be angry with the hike leader)
9 – 10+ mile hike w/over 5000 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be thinking of reporting the hike leader to the authorities)
10 – Use your imagination
Class 3 Scrambling: Scrambling or un-roped climbing. You must use your hands at times to hold the terrain or find your route. This may be caused by a combination of boulders, steepness and extreme terrain. Some Class 3 routes have ropes in place for assistance.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Valencia Hiking Crew Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Valencia Hiking Crew Meetup events, you are releasing the Valencia Hiking Crew Meetup Group and it’s organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Las Flores to Meadows Picnic Area via Lynnmere Trail - Potluck Hike
2021-07-03 09:00 - 12:00 | 604 W Avenida De Las Flores, 604 W Avenida De Las Flores, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360, US
Let’s start the long weekend with this fun potluck hike!
Please bringFood and drink to shareYour own cup, plate and utensilsWaterGreat spirit!
4.5 mile 650′ elevation gain
We’ll start the hike at the Avenida de Las Flores Trailhead.From the trailhead we’ll take a left and head east for 1/3 mile up a gentle slope which will take us to Lynn Rd. From there we’ll loop around to the right and head west and follow the Lynnmere Trail. About a mile from this point the trail forks and we’ll take the right fork. In another mile we’ll reach the Wildwood Canyon Lynnmere Access Trail. We’ll gather at this point. This 2 mile section of the trail is rolling hills with about 250′ elevation gain.
From here we’ll turn right following the trail downhill (-270′) for a 1/2 mile into Wildwood Canyon where the trail ends at the Wildwood Canyon Trail. We’ll take a left heading west on the Wildwood Canyon trail for a 1/3 miles to Paradise Falls. We’ll take a few minutes here to look around.
After Paradise Falls we’ll head back up the same trail a 1/2 mile, passing the Lynnmere Access trail to a wooden bridge which we’ll cross over Indian Creek to the Meadows Picnic area where we’ll have our potluck.
To get back to the car from the picnic area, take a right heading east on the Wildwood Canyon Trail. This 1 mile section is relatively flat for a 1/2 mile, but there is a steep climb for 1/4 mile at that point. (250′ gain in this last mile).
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I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS
ENTIRETY: Outdoor sports and other events we plan are inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Thousand Oaks Hikers Group and it’s organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any The TOaks Hikers Group events, you are releasing the TOaks Hikers Group and it’s organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgement and experience.
Responsibility: I am not responsible for you. You are responsible for you. You should be self-sufficient and be able to find your way to safety in the event you find yourself on your own. I will not lead you back to the trailhead if you decide to turn back.
Disclaimer: The organizer, assistant organizers, and event hosts take no responsibility and will not be held responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur during this hiking event. Hiking can be inherently dangerous and accidents will happen. By participating in this hike posted on this meetup web page you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.

Wirebreak - Santa Ynez Canyon Loop - Lunch at Spruzzo's
2021-07-03 09:00 - 13:00 | Santa Ynez Canyon Trailhead, 17400 Vereda De La Montura, Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272, US
Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/hikingwithdean/
I’m timing this hike with the opening of Spruzzo Restaurant in Pacific Palisades. Date may change accordingly.
We begin the hike by traveling south along Santa Ynez Creek, climb a steep ridge to E. Topanga Fireroad, skirt Trippet ranch and return via a descent down into Santa Ynez Canyon. Santa Ynez Canyon features chilly mountain pools, several beautiful waterfalls, and slim sandstone cliffs set in a cool oasis of lush oak and sycamore forests.
Loop is 7.3 miles with total ascent of about 1700′. The No Fire-roads Rule will be in effect!
Hike is rated DIFFICULT due to terrain. See the Hike Ratings Guide at https://www.hikingwithdean.com/hike-rating-guide/
Directions
From PCH: Take Sunset Bl north 0.5 mile to Palisades Dr. Follow Palisades Dr north for 2.4 miles to Ver de la Montura. Turn left for one long block. Park near end of street and meet across the street from signed trailhead.
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 in this group 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 the ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND LIABILITY WAIVER.

🍺❤️ FIREWORKS / POTLUCK / HIKE and PARTY - Los Liones BLUFFS 🍺❤️ YAAYYYY!🍺
2021-07-03 18:30 - 21:30 | Los Liones Trailhead – Santa Monica Mountains, 510 Los Liones Dr, Los Angeles, CA, 90272, US
FIREWORKS – HIKE and PARTY!!!!!
(GREAT view of the fireworks at Bel Aire Beach Club and across the entire west-side)
Pot-Luck / BRING FOOD and DRINK TO SHARE!!
Pretty EASY 4 miles R/T
(half way up to Parker Mesa on a BLUFF overlooking the ocean)
leaving the parking lot at 6:50-ish
IF YOU’RE RUNNING LATE YOU CAN EASILY FIND US!!! **We’ll leave ORANGE chalk at each turn…
POTLUCK suggestion: (IF YOU’RE NOT COMFORTABLE with potlucks yet, just bring enough for yourself… no problemo)
lets go by BIRTHDAY…
Jan Feb March – Veggies / SaladApr May June – ProteinJuly Aug Sept – Pasta / CarbOct Nov Dec – Fruit / Desert
everyone bring your own beverages, plates / glasses / utensils / napkins / blankets
***if you have a specialty that doesn’t fit into your category feel free to go for it, it’s just a suggestion and nobody will check your ID.
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BRING a FLASHLIGHT
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⛔️ GOOGLE MAPS ⛔️ https://goo.gl/maps/Mf8ZYpMPC1fFfGgQA
***parking restrictions AFTER 11PM so we’ll have to start heading down by 10 PM unless you’re parked elsewhere
LEGAL STUFF: AND AS USUAL, YOU AGREE BY GOING ON THIS HIKE THAT YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AND THAT THE MEETUP FOLKS HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR SAFETY. PLEASE SEE THE MEETUP TERMS OF MEMBERSHIP: http://www.meetup.com/terms/ ESPECIALLY PARAGRAPH 11.

Hummingbird Party Rock - fireworks
2021-07-04 19:00 - 22:30 | Parking Lot near Hummingbird Trail Entrance, 2325 Kuehner Drive, Simi Valley, CA, US
This will be our fourth 4th of July event and potluck celebration. It is well away from any traffic jams and other holiday nuisances.
Difficulty: Fit Beginner (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879781)
Note: The address above is where we will meet.
This hike is will take us part way up the Hummingbird trail to a flat rock that is slightly sloped and ideal for sitting and having a small party.

This is a snack-share (https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/messages/boards/thread/50879772) event that will include watching the fire works. While we will be kind of far from any fire works, we’ll be able to see them in the distance happening at a variety of locations. A fun time will be had by all.
The surroundings are very interesting and the views are incredible, especially at night. Official start time for the fire works in Simi Valley is 9p. The start time will give us plenty of time to make the climb and share snacks before.

This hike is an out-and-back hike and is a favorite for many hikers. It can get cool and windy on the rock, so I recommend bringing something to put on, just in case. Also, consider bringing some insect repellent.

The hike is 3 miles round trip and about 700′ of gain, but there is still a climb involved and it will definitely get your heart pumping. Feel free to stop several times along the way to take a breather. This is a social event, not a conditioning hike. That means we won’t be doing it at high speed and I’ll be stopping at several points to let people catch up. If you know the way, you are welcome to move ahead on your own.
The route can be hard to follow in a few spots because we hike over sandstone and it’s hard to see any trail. I’ll be marking the direction where needed with baking soda arrows in case the group gets spread out. I’ll also be dropping “comfort dots”, or little plops of baking soda all along the way. This can be very comforting when making the hike back down, just to remind you, you are on the correct path.
On the way up, there are many “steep-cuts” that will shorten the route. I don’t wish to shorten the route or make the climb harder, so I will always take the longer route when there is a choice.
Please bring a flashlight or headlamp for the return descent.
Parking is limited and with sunset restrictions at the entrance to the trail, so the hike will start at the parking lot on the west side of Kuehner Dr. just south of CA-118. To get to the trail start, we’ll head north on Kuehner for a 1/2 mile until the street ends.
Interesting Notes:
Yerba SantaSaint Herb, Holy Plant, Mountain Balm.
You will see lots of this plant on this hike.
The Spanish who came to early California were so impressed with the plant that they gave it the name Yerba Santa.
Leaves were chewed to relieve dry mouth. Leaves were smoked or chewed to relieve asthma, coughs, colds, headaches, and stomachaches. Infusions of Yerba Santa leaves and flowers were used to treat fevers, coughs, colds, stomachaches, asthma, rheumatism pleurisy, chronic bronchitis, tuberculosis, and to purify the blood. Heated leaves were placed on the forehead to relieve headaches and other aches and sores.
The sticky leaves stay in place upon the skin. Mashed leaves were applied externally to sores, cuts, wounds, insect bites, and aching muscles. Mashed leaves were also used to reduce the swelling and relieve pain caused by bone fractures. The branches and leaves were burned in steam baths to treat rheumatism and hemorrhoids. Contains chemicals that are thought to loosen mucus in the chest and may increase urination.

Scorpions.
Most likely to encounter in the mountains of Southern California: California Common Scorpion (Paruroctonus silvestrii). Up to 4″ tip to tail, most are about 2″.
Other types likely to be encountered are the Burrowing Scorpion (Anuroctonus phaiodactylus), Striped Tail Scorpion (Vaejovis spinigerus) and the Arizona Bark Scorpion, the most dangerous kind in America, which packs a painful sting but still not fatal unless you have an allergic reaction.
Most people aren’t even aware there are scorpions on the trails around Southern California. That’s because they don’t come out until night and if you don’t have a black light, you’d probably never even know they are there. I’ve counted more than 50 during a 1.5 hike down Angel Vista in Newbury park shortly after dark in August, and I have seen them on almost all hikes in the summer. On this same hike a month later when it was cooler, I didn’t see any.
Are they dangerous?There is no worry walking on the trails with closed toe shoes. They aren’t aggressive. If you push them with a stick, they might run 12-24 inches and stop again. They are so sedentary that they can live for a whole year from eating just one bug. A sting can vary from too small to pierce your skin, to similar to a bad wasp sting.
All scorpions possess a venomous sting (depending on who you ask), although most are not lethal to humans. Reported mortality is due to the venom of about 25 species located in northern Africa, the Middle East, India, Mexico and parts of South America.
The below photo was taken on the Angel Vista hike by Mark T. on Sept. 7, 2016.

Scorpions illuminate under an ultraviolet light (black light). They are easy to spot at night with a black light even 20′ away. A black light flashlight can be bought on eBay for about $1 including shipping.

• Most live in burrows.• Their burrows usually have oval openings, flat on the bottom but curved on the top, or are made from natural tunnels such as paths under rocks. They can be straight or contain spirals.• Burrows are typically just 30 cm but can be several meters long. They can contain chambers at the front for turning around. They can have entrances raised above ground level, and even have two or more entrances to the same burrow.• They spend > 90% of their lives in the burrows.• They leave their burrows to feed or mate, only on about 1/5 of evenings, and usually for less than 4 hours starting at dusk.• 2/3 of them can be found within 15-50cm of their burrows.• It is speculated that scorpions live in burrows to both escape environmental extremes such as hot and cold, and also for protection from predators.• Most die from by predators: Snakes, rodents, and other scorpions.• They eat insects and sometimes other scorpions.• They often survive fires by staying in their burrows.• Scorpions can deliver a light sting, and then if needed, a subsequent more powerful sting They can regulate the toxin level based on the size of what is being stung.• Male scorpions may sting their partners to facilitate mating.• They can live up to 5 years and are sold as pets.• Pregnancy can be between 6 months and 1.5 years depending on the species.
Directions:
Hummingbird Trail2325 Kuehner Drive (lot where we will meet)Simi Valley, CA 9306334.278074, -118.662378
From the 118:
Exit 30 Kuehner Dr.South to the first parking lot on the right.
From CA-23:
CA-23 north to CA-118 east.CA-118 east for 12 miles.Exit 30 Kuehner Dr.Right on Kuehner Dr. for 1 blockFirst parking lot on the right.
The Hike:Distance: 3 miles, 3.5 hoursElevation Gain: 700′Pace: 2.0 mphDogs: No. They are allowed, but there will be food, fireworks, and we’ll be sitting for a while.Restrooms: Yes, at the gas station across the street.Drinking Fountains: Yes, at the start, but not once we are on the trail.Parking: FreeTrail: Single track, double track, and rock.Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-‘n-fall
What to Bring:1-2 liters of water.Snacks and/or beverages to shareHiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.Flashlight or headlamp.
Disclaimer / Release of Liability: https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/pages/29622459/Is_Hiking_Dangerous/

BIKE RIDE - Westlake Village with stop over at The Stonehaus for breakfast
2021-07-05 08:00 - 11:00 | Triunfo Park, 980 Aranmoor Ave, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91362, US
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 – Westlake VillageThe route will start at Triunfo Park and continue clockwise around the lake.
Make sure you bring along a spare inner tube.
MEETUP LOCATION AND TIME:8:00 am at Triunfo Park:https://www.google.com/maps/place/34%C2%B009’22.2%22N+118%C2%B050’45.8%22W/@34.1548761,-118.8445732,451m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d34.1561769!4d-118.8460542
PARKING FEE: No
DISTANCE: 16+ miles.
BREAKFAST: The Stonehaushttps://the-stonehaus.com/
ELEVATION GAIN: 250
THE PACE: 9 mph or more.
DURATION: 3+ hours
LEVEL: Advanced Beginner capable of at least 9 MPH
TERRAIN: Street bike path
RESTROOMS: At Triunfo Park and The Stonehaus
MY CELL # IS: 805-358-5972
