INFORMATIONAL POSTING -36th Annual Beginning Backpack Class
2025-02-27 23:00 - 23:30, 2025-03-13 23:00 - 23:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Crescenta-Montrose, La Crescenta-Montrose, CA, US
INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY
Have you ever wanted to learn to backpack and get away from the crowds of people? Learn how to backpack in 3 Saturday courses (4/26, 5/10, 5/17) culminating in a backpack trip on 5/31-6/1 to utilize the techniques you learned. Course times are 10:30 AM-2:30 PM Learn what to take, latest in equipment, what to do before you leave LA. Backpacking equipment demonstrations and giveaways. Send contact information, email and phone number, $50 payable to the Sierra Club and mail to David Meltzer, 214 Main Street #353, El Segundo, CA 90245. Your check secures your reservation. The Course will be held in La Cresenta. Once your registration is confirmed you will receive more info.
This class fills up every year so please be sure to sign up early by sending in your check. Upon receipt of the check, I will send a confirmation letter to you. Questions about the class can be addressed to me at dwm@sprucehc.com
Remember- To participate in the backpacking class you must send in the registration fee. Walk ups the day of class will not be accepted due to the limited size of the class and it fills up early.
Cancellation Policy: No refunds once your spot in the course is confirmed

Hike at Crystal Cove/Moro Canyon - Ridge Park Entrance/Bommer Ridge
2025-03-01 07:30 - 10:30 | Crystal Cove SP/Laguna Coast – Ridge Park Entrance (map), Ridge Park Rd & E Coastal Peak, Newport Beach, CA, 92657, US
This hike will be at Crystal Cove State Park. We will be doing part of the Moro Canyon trails. This hike will be about 6.6 miles with approximately 1,000 ft. of elevation gain. We are beginning at the Ridge Park Entrance (see the map for exact details on where to go.)
This hike will take us from Bommer Ridge to Slow and Easy/West Loop Trail. Then we will be on Moro Canyon until W. Cut Across trail, where we will go right. This will take us to No Name Trail, which turns into Pacific Ridge Trail. This will take us back to the beginning.
This will be a moderate+ level of difficulty for the hike.
Parking is free on the street coming through this entrance.
Here is a link to the park map:
http://ocparks.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=45106
(Our starting point is shown on this map marked Ridge Park Public Access with a 9 next to it.)
Here is another map just for Crystal Cove:
http://www.parks.ca.gov/pages/644/files/ccsp_map_trail_distance_box.pdf
Dogs are not allowed on this hike.

Saturdays in the Santa Monica Mountains 2025 #3 - Nicholas Pond
2025-03-01 08:00 - 14:00 | Leo Carrillo State Beach, California, CA, 90265, US
Hike #3 in the 2025 Saturday in the Santa Monicas series, is a moderate 8 mile, 2000’ gain out and back hike with a couple loops starting at Leo Carrillo and hiking to scenic Nicholas Pond for lunch with spectacular ocean views and spring wildflowers.
Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and a good attitude. Rain, excessive heat, or Red Flag alert cancels.
We meet at 8:00 AM at the Leo Carrillo State Park parking lot (sometimes there is a wait to unlock the gate) or parkfor free on the side of the road on Pacific Coast Highway.
This is a Back Country hike, and a medical form is required. Please print it out and carry it with you. Copies of the form will be available to fill out at the trailhead as well. You can download the form here. https://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt

Hike & Trail Work - Old Boney Trail
2025-03-01 08:00 - 15:00 | Wendy Trailhead, Newbury Park, CA, 91361, United States
This is a hike with trail maintenance event on the Old Boney Trail in the Point Mugu State Park where we will hook up with the Santa Monica Mountains Trails Council (www.smmtc.org) to do some trail work under their supervision.
The hike distance for the day is ~3 miles in and then ~3 miles out with some mileage carrying tools. Trail maintenance will be for 6 HOURS (8:00 AM to 2:00 PM) with a lunch break. Participants need to bring their lunch and water. Experience and tools not required as tools will be supplied and work will be supervised. It is recommended to bring your own gloves, though there will be gloves on site to borrow.
There is a hard maximum of only 15 volunteers for this event (so if you RSVP you need to show up). If this goes well, there will be a similar event scheduled for the following Saturday (3/8). Participants with RSVPs will be provided details on where and what time to meet (bcodyman@aol.com). You must have an RSVP to attend.
Spring 2025 Trail Maintenance Schedule
Saturday 3/1/2025 Hike & Trail Maintenance with SMMTC
Saturday 3/8/2025 Hike & Trail Maintenance with SMMTC
Saturday 3/15/2025 Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency (COSCA)
Friday 4/4->Sunday 4/6 Trail Days Weekend (https://smmtc.org/TrailDays/traildays.php)
free camping at Danielson Ranch with BBQ dinner, coffee & bagels

Joshua Tree car camping
2025-03-01 12:00 - 2025-03-02 12:00 | Red Box, Angeles National Forest, CA, 93550, United States
I will open the RSVP in 2025 since the trip is so far out people forget.
Joshua Tree camping at Jumbo Rocks campground
2 sites 4 people per site. 2 cars per site.
$5 per person to cover site fees
A low key car camping and day hike trip. More details to follow

Carmina Burana with New West Symphony Chorus
2025-03-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Fred Kavli Theatre- Bank of America Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks Boulevard 2100, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91362, United States
Your organizer, Steve, will be performing as part of the New West Symphony Chorus in Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana, New West Symphony’s 2025 Masterpiece Series.
A rowdy, bawdy song cycle, imagined in a Middle Ages tavern populated by soldiers, monks, farmers and peasants, this music will be familiar to anyone who has ever watched a sword & sorcery movie.
The arrangement features the Vieness Piano Duo, Los Robles Children’s Choir and State Street Ballet. The concert also includes a performance of Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals.
Saturday’s performance is at Bank of America Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks. Tickets are available through the Symphony box office, not Meetup.
See the next event for Sunday’s performance in Camarillo

San Jacinto Mtn Day Hike (via Tram)
2025-03-02 07:00 - 16:00 | Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs, CA, 92262, US
COLD WEATHER TRAINING HIKE
Mount San Jacinto stands 10,834 feet above sea level and is the second highest mountain range in Southern California. No more than a two hour drive from either Los Angeles or San Diego, the mountain’s magnificent granite peaks, subalpine forests, and fern-bordered mountain meadows offer a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy a scenic, high-country wilderness area.
Sat:

7:30 am Meet at Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, then take the tram to Upper Tram Terminal.

Distance – 10 miles round trip
Peak Elevation: 10,834
Elevation Gain/Loss: 800-2000
Difficulty – Intermediate
At this time of year, it’s almost guaranteed that snow and ice will be on the ground. Please come with the appropriate gear.
Microspikes/Snowshoes may be required
Cost:
• $34.95 for the tram ticket. Tram tickets can be bought on the same day.
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MAP INFO
SAN JACINTO MAP
ALLTRAILS.COM MAP
GOOGLE MAP
DISCLAIMER: Hike at your own risk. Be responsible for yourself and your safety. Make good decisions. With any trip, things can change, reservations can get lost, the unexpected can happen. A go-with-the-flow attitude is always a good thing, and most importantly, let’s all have fun! This is a moderate to intermediate hike. Make sure you are in good enough physical shape for the distance, elevation changes, and terrain. The hike leaders in this group aren’t professional hike leaders. By signing up for these events, you agree not to hold the Meetup organizers responsible for whatever happens to you on these events. The hiking group does not certify the expertise of the organizers, the event or assistant organizers (hike leaders) and…We are NOT responsible for any possible losses or injuries.

Hike at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park - Nix Nature Center
2025-03-02 08:00 - 10:30 | Nix Nature Center Parking Lot, 18751 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, US
The hike we will be doing will be around 5 miles long with 875 ft. of elevation gain. This will be a loop starting at the parking lot of Nix Nature Center. As you will see on the map, this is at the main park entrance off of the 133 (Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area). Please reference the map for a detailed location as there aren’t many streets to list for directions.
The hike we will be doing will start on the Little Sycamore Canyon Trail. Then we will turn left onto the Serrano Ridge Trail, then another left onto the Camarillo Canyon Trail. We will make a left on the Stagecoach South Trail and take that back to the beginning.
Most of the trails are moderate, with one part having a decent incline.
Here is a link to the park map:
https://ocparks.com/lagunacoast
Dogs are not allowed at this park.
Parking is $3, unless you have an OC Parks Annual Permit. If you hike a lot, it’s totally worth it: http://ocparks.com/about/fees/pass

Kern Gateway Trail site visit and exploration (Across from Upper Richbar)
2025-03-02 08:30 - 11:30 | Shell, CA-178, Bakersfield, CA, 93306, US
Kern Gateway Trail Hike
Join us to learn more about the Kern Gateway Trail and to see for yourself what a beautiful and unique outdoor amenity it will create for the Kern County / San Joaquin Valley region. RSVP to get your name on the list.
This site visit will include a talk from community members working towards creating the trail. There will also be a short walk to see a portion of the trail and get exposure to its dramatic beauty.
Please bring outdoor/hiking trail shoes, water, a hat, sunscreen, and clothing appropriate for the weather. The trail begins with a short but steep climb. If you plan on hiking with us after the presentation, bring hiking poles, trail shoes with good tread, water, snacks, and sunscreen.
For Bakersfield carpoolers, meet at the Shell gas station on HWY 178 and Commanche by 8:15. We will leave promptly at 8:30 am to give us enough time to arrive at the trailhead before 9:00 a.m.
Or meet at the trailhead: Park at Stark Creek. GPS Coordinates: 35° 28′ 31.79″ N, 118° 43′ 27.91″ W by 9:00 a.m.
If you have not signed the petition in support of the Kern Gateway Trail, please sign. https://www.change.org/p/usfs-city-of-bakersfield-kern-county-create-a-hiking-trail-system-at-the-gateway-to-the-kern-canyon
*** PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY *** No one in the group is a guide or in any way responsible for your comfort or safety. Please be prepared with adequate gear and supplies for the trip. Please remember that going out into the wilderness has risks, and you should be aware and prepared to address any changes in weather and road conditions or to look out for/avoid random acts of nature, including insects, wild animals, and natural hazards. You are responsible for evaluating the difficulty of any activity you participate in and deciding whether you are prepared by having the experience, skill, knowledge, equipment, and physical and emotional stamina to participate safely.
*** WAIVER OF LIABILITY *** 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 their safety. By attending a hike or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging 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 Southern Sierra Hiking Club Meetup Group from and against all liability arising from your participation in the group activities.
By RSVPing, you acknowledge that you agree to the above statements.

Carmina Burana with New West Symphony Chorus
2025-03-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Rancho Campana High School, Mar Vista Drive 4235, Camarillo, CA, 93010, United States
Your organizer, Steve, will be performing as part of the New West Symphony Chorus in Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana, New West Symphony’s 2025 Masterpiece Series.
A rowdy, bawdy song cycle, imagined in a Middle Ages tavern populated by soldiers, monks, farmers and peasants, this music will be familiar to anyone who has ever watched a sword & sorcery movie.
The arrangement features the Vieness Piano Duo, Los Robles Children’s Choir and State Street Ballet. The concert also includes a performance of Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals.
Sunday’s performance is at Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center, in Camarillo. Tickets are available through the Symphony box office, not Meetup.
See the previous event for Saturday’s performance in Thousand Oaks.

Chesebro Canyon MTB trail potluck hike
2025-03-02 15:00 - 18:30 | 5402 Chesebro Rd, 5402 Chesebro Rd, Agoura Hills, CA, 91301, US
Fit Beginner 4.3 miles, 480′ gain.
Easier Option: 4 miles, 230′ gain.
We walk a mostly flat section for 1.1 mi. to the 2nd junction.
Easier option: Continue straight for 3/4 mi., left at the split, right after another 500′, arriving at some picnic tables on the right after another 750′.
Regular route: Left, heading up a switch back. Right at the top, and continue for 3/4 mi., turning right where it ends. Head down to the bottom, left at the split. After 750′, we arrive at some picnic tables on the right.
This is a pot luck picnic. Please bring something to eat and drink to share. If your item requires it, bring plates and utensils to share. You may wish to bring your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren’t any. Pot Luck guidelines Link
We’ll share snacks and drinks for 60-90 minutes, then return by a straight path, no turns.
Fun Facts
What is MTB?
Answer: Mountain Bike (not Mountain Terrain Bike)
The name I see on a map is: Chesebro Canyon MTB Trail
Why is it spelled Cheeseboro Canyon, Chesebro Canyon MTB Trail, and Chesebro Rd?
The original owner of the land in the late 1800s was Oscar Cheesebrough. The NPS adopted the U.S. Geological Survey spelling of Cheeseboro, while Caltrans adopted the name Chesebro.
Reference Link
Hosting
Route
The host knows the route. A pic of the route has been posted as part of this description. The host may vary the route slightly.
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:
We will stop at junctions to make sure everybody makes any turns, else something will be used to mark the direction.
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.
Interesting Notes
Here are a couple plants you are sure to see on this hike:
Black Sage
Multiple brown buttons going up the top of the stalk, that may have white flowers. Green leaves. Purple or white flowers that are dark brown as they dry on the plant. Squish the leaves and smell.
A rare and sought after Black sage honey is also made from the honey of bees that pollinate the Black sage plant. Black sage is utilized in the culinary world as an aromatic and flavorful herb. It can be used in recipes wherever traditional sage is called for, however keep in mind that foraged Black sage has a much stronger flavor than that of traditional store bought sage.
Its flavor goes well with winter squashes, brown butter, poultry, venison, pears, cheese, potatoes and other herbs such as rosemary and thyme. Use fresh in a variety of different preparations or leaves. Can be dried and stored for future use as a dried herb.
Black sage was used traditionally by Native Americans known as the Chumash people to form an herbal soak for the bath to be used in the treatment of bodily pain, specifically for the feet and lower legs.
Other
Dogs must be kept on leash and away from the picnic table.
Directions
Chesebro Canyon MTB trail
5402 Chesebro Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
From I-101:
Exit Chesebro Rd..Palo Comado Canyon Rd.
Continue north. It becomes Palo Comado Canyon Rd and rotates west.
Right at Chesebro Rd. for 0.4 miles.
Park on the street.
After the 1 lane bridge, you’ve gone too far.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

15th Anniversary hike and Pedals and Pints Celebration w/ leader Cheryl
2025-03-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Los Robles Trail, 351 S Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91361, US
HAPPY 15th ANNIVERSARY TO THE TRAILBLAZERS
We are going to host three counter-rotating hikes so that we can accommodate a lot of hikers for our 15th anniversary hike followed by a celebration at Pedals and Pints Brewing Company. We will all be on the same trails. This loop is going clockwise starting at the Los Padres Trailhead. We will converge at the halfway point for celebratory high-fives and then continue on with our respective groups.
Following the hike we will converge at Pedals and Pints Brewing Company ~ 156 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks.
This loop hike is about 4.5 miles with about 800′ of total elevation gain, spread out nicely, with a little bonus loop through Oak Creek Canyon.
“Robles” is Spanish for oaks, and we’ll see plenty of them on this beautiful, relaxing hike.
Trailhead Directions: From the 101 in Thousand Oaks, turn south on Moorpark Road. Drive about 0.4 miles turning left onto Los Padres Drive. Park on the street near the intersection of Woodlet Way.
UPDATE: Please review the guidelines to participate in our hikes. Here are some highlights:
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
Plan on completing the entire hike at an intermediate pace or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level
No dogs allowed
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
As per recent guidance for post-fire recovery, please do not bring or scatter wildflower seeds

Please review the guidelines to participate in our hikes. Here
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers 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 this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

15th Anniversary hike and Pedals and Pints Celebration w/ leader Steve
2025-03-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Los Robles Trail, 351 S Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91361, US
HAPPY 15th ANNIVERSARY TO THE TRAILBLAZERS
We are going to host three counter-rotating hikes so that we can accommodate a lot of hikers for our 15th anniversary hike followed by a celebration at Pedals and Pints Brewing Company. We will all be on the same trails. This loop going counterclockwise with Steve starting at the Los Robles Trailhead. We will converge at the halfway point for celebratory high-fives and then continue on with our respective groups.
Following the hike we will converge at Pedals and Pints Brewing Company ~ 156 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks.
This loop hike is about 4.5 miles with about 800′ of total elevation gain, spread out nicely, with a little bonus loop through Oak Creek Canyon.
“Robles” is Spanish for oaks, and we’ll see plenty of them on this beautiful, relaxing hike.
Trailhead Directions: From the 101 in Thousand Oaks, turn south on Moorpark Road. Drive about 0.5 miles to the parking lot at the corner of Greenmeadow and Moorpark Road.
UPDATE: Please review the guidelines to participate in our hikes. Here are some highlights:
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
Plan on completing the entire hike at an intermediate pace or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level
No dogs allowed
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
As per recent guidance for post-fire recovery, please do not bring or scatter wildflower seeds

Please review the guidelines to participate in our hikes. Here
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers 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 this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

15th Anniversary Hike and Pedals and Pints Celebration w/ leader Patricia
2025-03-04 09:00 - 11:00 | Los Robles Trail, 351 S Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91361, US
HAPPY 15th ANNIVERSARY TO THE TRAILBLAZERS
We are going to host three counter-rotating hikes so that we can accommodate a lot of hikers for our 15th anniversary hike followed by a celebration at Pedals and Pints Brewing Company. We will all be on the same trails. This loop lead by Patricia is starting at the Braille Trail from the parking lot at Moorpark Road and Greenmeadow Avenue. We will converge at the halfway point for celebratory high-fives and then continue on with our respective groups.
Following the hike we will converge at Pedals and Pints Brewing Company ~ 156 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks.
This loop hike is about 4.5 miles with about 800′ of total elevation gain, spread out nicely, with a little bonus loop through Oak Creek Canyon.
“Robles” is Spanish for oaks, and we’ll see plenty of them on this beautiful, relaxing hike.
Trailhead Directions: From the 101 in Thousand Oaks, turn south on Moorpark Road turning right onto Greenmeadow. Drive about .5 miles to the parking lot.
UPDATE: Please review the guidelines to participate in our hikes. Here are some highlights:
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
Plan on completing the entire hike at an intermediate pace or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level
No dogs allowed
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
As per recent guidance for post-fire recovery, please do not bring or scatter wildflower seeds

Please review the guidelines to participate in our hikes. Here
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers 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 this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Coyote Park - Intermediate
2025-03-04 18:00 - 21:30 | COYOTE HILLS PARK, 275 Valley Gate Rd, Simi Valley, CA, 93063, US
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 is a social hike.
The Route
• This is a lollipop with a counter-clockwise loop. We’ll start at Coyote Park, across from the tennis courts on Valley Gate Rd.
• After heading across the park, we’ll find a trailhead.
• We’ll head up and wind around for about 3/4 of a mile.
• Then we’ll make a sharp left and head up for about 1/2 mile.
• We’ll stop at the bench atop the hill and have a social event and shack share that will last about an hour.
• Then we’ll follow the ridge for about 3/4 of a mile on a relatively flat section, then another 1/4 mile down to the road. We’ll wait there for everybody to catch up.
• Next, we’ll follow the path alongside the road for about 500′ (flat walk) and turn left. This will be a flat section that leads for almost a mile back to the park.
Directions
From CA-23
North, exit Olsen Rd.
Olsen Rd. east, becoming Madera, for 1.8 miles.
Right on N. Woodranch Pkwy until it ends after 2 miles.
Left on Long Canyon for 1.7 miles.
Left on Bluegrass St. (across from Challenger Park Rd.) for 750′.
Left on Valley Gate Rd. for 1/2 mile.
Park on the street next to the far end of Coyote Park.
From CA-118
Exit 1st st., south for 2.75 miles.
Right on Bluegrass St. (across from Challenger Park Rd.) for 750′.
Left on Valley Gate Rd. for 1/2 mile.
Park on the street next to the far end of Coyote Park.
Address of a nearby house: 284 Valley Gate Rd., Simi Valley, CA 93065
The Hike
Distance: 3.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 700′
Difficulty: Intermediate
Pace: 2.0 mph
Dogs: Yes
Restrooms: No.
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free in the street alongside Coyote Park,
Trail: Double Track, Fire Road.
What to Bring
1-2 liters of water.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

Sycamore Canyon Hike from the Ocean
2025-03-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Point Magu State Park, Pacific Coast Highway 9000, Malibu, CA, 90265, United States
HIKE DETAILS:
Rain cancels this hike, but right now it does not seem likely. This hike will go from the beach up to the picnic table on the fire road, approximately 5.5 miles. Most of the hike is exposed, hopefully it will be cloudy. No dogs.
We will meet in the Day Use parking lot at Sycamore Canyon Campground. We will start off along the main Sycamore Canyon road and turn up to the fire road where we will climb up to the picnic table. We will then follow the fire road back down to the parking lot, so out and back.
Directions:
We will be meeting at the Sycamore Canyon Campground and day use parking area on Pacific Coast hwy. This trailhead and parking area is about a mile south from the La Jolla Canyon Parking area where we go to hike the Ray Miller Trail and just across from the campground.
Parking is available in the campground for $12 (or free with a State Parking Permit). There may not be free parking on PCH.
There are also restrooms at the day parking lot.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers 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 this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

After the Rain ~ Save the Trails ~ Ranch Center Hike
2025-03-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Rancho Sierra Vista, Rancho Sierra Vista/Point Mugu, Newbury Park, CA, 91319, US
Because of Wednesday’s rain we will avoid mud as much as possible with an asphalt / gravel route. We’ll meet near the bathrooms in the Rancho Sierra Vista parking lot, then hike down Sycamore Canyon and then take a right onto Ranch Center Road out and then returning on Sycamore Canyon back to the cars.
This out and back hike will be about 6.5 miles with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain.
UPDATE: Please review the guidelines to participate in our hikes. Here are some highlights:
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:
Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away
Plan on completing the entire hike at an intermediate pace or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level
No dogs allowed
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
As per recent guidance for post-fire recovery, please do not bring or scatter wildflower
Do NOT leave anything of value in your car, at this or any other trailhead.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers 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 this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group, its organizers, and sponsors from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. You agree that you can navigate back to your transportation by yourself, and agree to do so if you fall behind and lose track of the main body of hikers.

Potrero – All paved – Easy Intermediate, paved/dry post-rain hike
2025-03-06 18:00 - 21:30 | 4161 Potrero Rd, 4161 Potrero Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320, US
5.75 miles, 700′ gain. Easy Intermediate.
Do not park on Potrero or risk getting a ticket. You need a permit to park on this street. Please look at signs, and park on side streets (Pinehill or Greenwood) in the neighborhood. Short walk to trailhead,
This hike is a great trail when it might be muddy because almost the entire hike is on an asphalt path through a huge state park (> 20 sq miles). It’s also a good option when it’s very hot out, because this is one of the cooler areas where we hike, half shaded, and most of the incline is on the return.
Since the elevation gain is low and the route is paved, we’ll be likely hiking a little faster than typical. It’s a little more than 8 miles to go all the way to the ocean.
At the 2.9 mile mark, we’ll find a picnic table 350′ off to the right side, where we’ll stop and have a social event for about an hour before heading back the way we came. There are no turns on this hike, so as long as you stay on the asphalt path, you really can’t get lost.
Directions
4161 Potrero Rd.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
34.156636, -118.962989
Note that when turning left at the dead end to continue on Potrero Rd., the sign at the intersection will say S. Reino. It is that name if you go right. But we go to the left, so it is a continuation of Potrero Rd.
From the west: 101-S, Exit 48B Wendy Dr., turn right.
From the east: 101-N, Exit 47C Wendy Dr., turn left.
South on Wendy Dr. until it dead ends at Potrero Rd.
Right on Potrero Rd. for 0.5 miles.
Left to stay on Potrero Rd. (it is Reino if you turn right) for 0.5 miles.
Turn right on Pinehill Ave. and park.
Walk 800 feet back to the intersection of Potrero Rd. and Big Sycamore Canyon Rd.
Do not park on Potrero Rd.
The Hike
Distance: 5.9 miles.
Gain: 700′, mostly on the return.
Distribution: The return section has an extended incline.
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate.
Shape: Out and Back.
Pace: 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Asphalt path.
Trail Variations: Rolling stroll with an extended incline.
Duration: 3.5 hours.
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: Yes, along the way at the start.
Drinking Fountains: Yes, along the way at the start.
Parking: Free along Pinehill Ave. No parking on Potrero, it is for residents with a permit only.
What to bring: 1 liter of water for every 3 miles.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp.
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.
This hike is out-and-back on an asphalt path, While it will be acceptable to split from the group moving faster, slower, or otherwise at your own pace, keep in mind if you get ahead, you must know where we are stopping.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

Movie night ✈️ #postivevibesonly
2025-03-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Boxcar, Olancha, CA, 93549, United States
Movie Night
More info coming soon

Pacific Crest Trail to Martindale Ridge
2025-03-08 08:00 - 11:30 | Cheeseboro Canyon Trailhead – HWD, Agoura Hills, CA, 91301, United States
DESCRIPTION: This hike is another local favorite, close to suburbia but feels like miles away. The hike is entirely on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), that goes from Mexico to Canada. We will start at 3320′ and enjoy mainly a gentle gain that PCT is known for, climbing through luscious chaparral of manzanita, mountain mahogany and oak. There will be a few short steeper sections. On a ascent, we can enjoy views of the Bouquet Reservoir, and Jupiter and Grass Mountains. We will visit Bear Spring and eventually emerge on Martindale Ridge at 4500′, after 3.25 miles. From here, if it is clear, we take in views in all directions (i.e. Mojavi, Lancaster, and the Sierra Pelona area (Aqua Dulce/ Acton etc.) spread out below.
DETAILS:

Hike leader volunteer(s): Tim R.
Meet: Pacific Crest Trailhead at 7:45 am, departure at 8:00 am sharp (Mat 8).
Distance: Approximately 6.6 miles.
Elevation gain: Approximately 1,391 feet.
Time: Approximately 3.50 hours hiking including a snack break.
Conditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition.
Dogs: Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.
Restrooms: None.
Adventure Pass: Not Required.

IMPORTANT NOTES: We’ll hike at a brisk pace and ask everyone to stay with the group for a friendly and safe outing. Hiking may be hazardous due to uneven footing, stream crossings, exposures, snakes, bugs, poison oak, etc. Please be aware of your abilities and their limits. You are responsible for your own safety and well-being. This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other conditions. You can check the weather and other conditions on the AllTrails GPS Trail Map link below.
ESSENTIAL GEAR: Hiking boots and poles. Clothing layers recommended. Snacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets. Hat and sunscreen.
The Ten Essentials of Hiking (link)
THIS HIKE RANKING: Level 3, Intermediate (see chart below).
Please only sign up to attend hikes that are consistent with your ability. Based on your hiking during the last 90 days, how would you score on the CHC Hike rating scale of one to five assuming a brisk pace?
CHC HIKE RANKING SCALE:
1. Beginner: 1-3 miles, less than 500 feet elevation gain.
2. Beginner/Intermediate: 1-7 miles, less than 700 feet elevation gain.
3. Intermediate: 5-10 miles, 1000-2000 feet elevation gain.
4. Intermediate/Advanced: 7-12 miles, up to 3000 feet elevation gain.
5. Advanced: 10-17 miles, 3000 feet or more elevation gain.
TRAILHEAD LOCATION:
37862 Bouquet Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA
Driving Directions (link)
NAVIGATION: We highly recommend the AllTrails app be installed on your cell phones and/or you print a copy of the trail map so you can personally navigate the trail if you need to.
GPS Trail Map (link)
The Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike), or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY – IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
When you sign up for this event, you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group, hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event, you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events, you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death 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. If you sign up for this hike, you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities.

Late Morning Hike at Whiting Ranch - Wahoo's Parking Lot
2025-03-08 10:00 - 12:15 | Wahoo’s Fish Taco, 27412 Portola Parkway, Foothill Ranch, CA, 92610, US
This hike will be about 5.4 miles total with 820 ft. of elevation gain.
We are starting at the parking lot at the Wahoo’s parking lot. We will take Live Oak Trail. This turns into Serrano Road which will take us to Serrano Cow Trail. At this part of the trail, we usually see a ton of deer, so cross your fingers! We will get on Sleepy Hollow Trail. This will take us up to Santiago Ranch Road to Cactus Hill. We will take a short break at Four Corners. Then we will come down Whiting Road. Then we will take us back to Serrano Cow Trail and head the same way back to the parking lot.
Here is a link to the park map: http://ocparks.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=15841
If you have any questions, let me know! I’m looking forward to the hike!
*Dogs are not allowed at this park.
Parking is free in the lot.

Hike at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park - Nix Nature Cent
2025-03-09 08:00 - 10:30 | Nix Nature Center Parking Lot, 18751 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, US

Liberty Canyon - Century Lake Loop
2025-03-09 09:00 - 13:00 | Liberty Canyon, 3640 Liberty Canyon, Calabasas, CA, 91302, US
We begin our journey hiking south into Liberty Canyon — one of three natural preserves in Malibu Creek State Park. The canyon has a rare stand of California Valley Oak. Soon we will cross Liberty Creek turn west onto and up the Phantom Trail. After a couple miles the trail puts us down onto Mulholland Hwy. We proceed across Mulholland onto the Cistern Trail in Malibu Creek Stat Park. The Cistern Trail ascends a bit as it leaves Mulholland Highway, but soon after begins heading downhill, with views of Reagan Ranch off to the right, and the Goat Buttes and Castro Crest of Malibu Creek State Park ahead.
After a short distance we will merge with the Lookout Trail and take that down to Century Lake for a snack/lunch break next to the water. For our return, we will take Cragg’s Rd to Grasslands Trail back to Mulholland and then north on Liberty Canyon to close the loop.
HIKE IS ABOUT 9 MILES WITH ABOUT 1,300 FT TOTAL ASCENT AND IS RATED MEDIUM+. SEE THE HIKE RATING GUIDE
Directions
Park on the south end of Liberty Canyon Rd

Hawk Canyon lollipop - Potluck hike (Spring Forward, starts 4pm)
2025-03-09 16:00 - 19:30 | Conejo Canyons Trail Head, 2010 Conejo Center Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320, US
4.2 miles, 700′ gain, easy-intermediate.
Easier option: 2.7 miles, 500′ gain, fit beginner.
Spring forward, hike starts at 4pm!
This is a pot-luck hike. We’ll be stopping at the 3/4 point by a picnic table, so please bring food and drink to share, and any utensils your items might require. You may wish to bring your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren’t any.
We have had occasions where there were no utensils, so it might be wise to at least bring your own.
We start at Conejo Canyons Trail Head, 2010 Conejo Center Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320.
We’ll hike downhill from the trailhead for 0.6 miles.
For the regular route, we’ll turn left and continue uphill for 0.6 miles on the Western Plateau trail and follow the fire road around to the right at the top, then mostly flat for about a mile, then dropping for another 1/2 mile.
At the bottom and when coming to a junction, turn right onto Hawk Canyon. Our picnic spot is 1/4 mile up Hawk Canyon at the table under the trees.
For the easier option, instead of turning left at the first junction, we’ll turn right. After 0.6 miles, the picnic area will be on the left.
After the potluck, we’ll continue up Hawk Canyon in our clockwise loop for 0.6 mile where the trail ends back at the Western Plateau trail. Take a left up the hill back to Conejo Center Dr. For those that came on the easier option, it’s a return the way you came.
** If you plan on leaving before the group, please familiarize yourself with the planned route, which can be accessed by clicking on the below link:
The Hike
Distance: 4.2 miles / 2.7 miles
Gain: 700′ / 500′
Distribution: Well distributed.
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate / Fit Beginner
Shape: Lollipop.
Pace: 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Fire road and single track.
Trail Variations: Rolling stroll and ramp.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Dogs: Dogs must be kept on leash and away from the picnic table.
Restrooms: No
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free along street.
What to bring
1 liter of water for every 3 miles.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp.
Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
Insect repellent (optional).
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. This hike will include an extended stop for a snack and beverage share at the half way point. 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
Conejo Canyons Trail Head
2010 Conejo Center Dr.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
US-101, exit Ventu Park Rd, North.
Ventu Park Rd. North for 1 mile.
Right on Rancho Conejo Blvd., 1.3 miles.
Left on Conejo Center Dr.
Park on the street.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
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Liberty Canyon Nature Preserve - Phantom/Grasslands Trail Loop - 6.5 mi., 1100'
2025-03-11 09:00 - 11:30 | Phantom Trail, Liberty Canyon Road, Calabasas, CA, 91301, United States
On this hike we will explore the Liberty Canyon Nature Preserve which makes up the northern quadrant of Malibu Creek State Park (MCSP). We will begin our adventure on the Liberty Canyon Fire Road, heading south along the eastern edge of the preserve to the junction of MCSP’s North Grasslands Trail. The Grasslands Trail crosses Mulholland Hwy into the center of the park where we will follow the High Road/Crags Road along picturesque Malibu Creek. Leaving stream level we will climb the ridge above Century Lake and turn off on the always scenic Lookout Trail on our way to the Cistern Trail. The Cistern Trail takes us to our second Mulholland Hwy crossing and the Phantom Trailhead. The Phantom Trail climbs up and over the western edge of Liberty Canyon Nature Preserve and back to our starting point.
This grand tour of the Liberty Canyon Nature Preserve and MCSP’s central/northern trail system will clock in at about 6.5 miles and 1100′ elevation gain.
Kathy and I scouted this hike several weeks ago. All of the trails are reasonably clear but the Phantom Trail has a few overgrown areas (long pants recommended) and there are some rocky spots where trekking poles might be helpful (if you normally use them).
Please review the guidelines (link to the guidelines) to join our hikes.
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list.
PLEASE bring plenty of water.
Your safety is your own personal responsibility, but the hike leader reserves the right to ask you to leave if you come unprepared.
No “Plus Ones” or dogs on Weekday Trailblazer hikes.

DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY – PLEASE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers 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 this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Banff Film Fest Screening @ OCC
2025-03-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Robert B. Moore Theater Orange Coast College, 2701, Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626, US
Join your local adventurous community for this fun & social event. Many exciting short films will be screened both Tuesday 3/11 and a different set of films on Wednesday 3/12. Both events start at 7pm but you’ll want to arrive a little early to grab a good parking spot and a seat.
You’ll be inspired by the sounds, sites, and stories from all around the world. My heart is racing just thinking about it!
Raffle prizes at intermission. YAY
Advance tickets are now available OCC ticket website for $16. You can select Mar. 11 or Mar. 12 in the upper right corner of the ticket window under the green tab:
https://occtickets.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=4419
Tickets will be sold at the door for $20 on show nights. Fee parking will be available in OCC lot C near the theater.
Refreshment and snack are available. This semi-annual event is hosted by Friends of the Library.

Trans-Catalina Trail
2025-03-12 06:00 - 2025-03-14 19:15 | CATALINA, Avalon, CA, 90704, United States
📅 Wednesday, March 12
🦬 Catalina Express from San Pedro to Avalon. Departs San Pedro at 8:45am for an Avalon arrival at 10:00am. $42.
🦬 Hike approximately 10.8 miles, +2,420’/-907′, from the pier to Black Jack Campground (BJ05).
📅 Thursday, March 13
🦬 Hike approximately 2.13 miles, +587’/-510′, from Black Jack Campground to Catalina Airport for goodies.
🦬 Hike approximately 12.08 miles, +1,463’/-3,034, from Catalina Airport to Two Harbors (TH03) to enjoy a bundle of wood at our oceanfront campsite.
📅 Friday, March 14
🦬 Hike approximately 14.6 miles, +1,972/-1,972 from Two Harbors to Parsons Landing and back.
🦬 Catalina Express from Two Harbors to San Pedro, departing TH at 4:45pm, landing at 7:15pm. $46.
***
Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Liabilities
Attendee acknowledges that the area over which this permit is granted is a wild lands area, containing, without limitation, wild bison, rattlesnakes, and other wildlife, rough terrain, trails and roads, and other conditions which are intrinsic to the environment and locale, all of which may be dangerous and /or hazardous to life, limb, and property.
Bison are wild animals.
Bison are large wild animals that can cause serious injury and even death. They can accelerate quickly to 35 mph and jump over 6 feet. Never approach, touch, or attempt to feed bison. If you feel threatened, identify an escape route. Place a large object between you and the bison (tree, rock, vehicle), and give the bison a path to avoid you. Never box in a bison with people being both in front and behind it.
Attendee voluntarily accepts and assumes all such risks of personal injury, wrongful death, or property damage.
Attendee understands that this is a release of attendee’s right to sue.
***
Hike at your own risk. Be responsible for yourself and your safety. Make good decisions. With any trip, things can change, reservations can get lost, the unexpected can happen. A go-with-the-flow attitude is always a good thing, and most importantly, let’s all have fun! This is an intermediate hike. Make sure you are in good enough physical shape for the distance, elevation changes, and terrain. The hike leaders in this group aren’t professional hike leaders. By signing up for these events, you agree not to hold the Meetup organizers responsible for whatever happens to you on these events. The hiking group does not certify the expertise of the organizers, the event or assistant organizers (hike leaders) and…We are NOT responsible for any possible losses or injuries.
