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SUMMARY:Chorro Grande
DESCRIPTION:See photo above. This is listed as a hard hike
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/chorro-grande/
LOCATION:Chorro Grande Canyon\, Chorro Grande Canyon\, Ojai\, CA\, 93023\, US
CATEGORIES:Ventura County Day Hikes
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SUMMARY:Mishe Mokwa Trail Loop 5.7 mile
DESCRIPTION:BEFORE YOU WILL BE ALLOWED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT\, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. USE THIS SITE FOR HELP:https://www.cwrhiking.com/changing-your-meetup-profile-photo/ \nMishe Mokwa Trail Loop is a 5.7 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Malibu\, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate.Echo Cliffs where rock climbers ascend the cliffsBalanced RockSplit RockSandstone Peak (Mt Allen)Tri Peaks and Balanced Rock can be added for an additional mileINFO: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/backbone-trail-to-sandstone-peak-and-mishe-mokwa-trail-loop \nMEETUP LOCATION: – SEE MAP FOR EXACT MEETUP LOCATION – Its quite a travel to the trailhead so leave in plenty of time \nMEETUP TIME: 9:00 AM. 805 338 6837 cell \nMEETUP PARKING FEE: No charge for parking \nDISTANCE: 6 miles ADDITIONAL MILE TO Tri peak and Balanced Rosk? \nGAIN: 1300′ \nTRAIL DESCRIPTION: single track loose rocks hiking poles may help \nTHE PACE: 1.5 mph average pace \nLEVEL: Beginner and above \nCDC COVID POLICY: We’ll all wear a mask and practice CDC social distancing guidelines during this event. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD HAVE YOU EXCLUDED FROM MY EVENTS IN THE FUTURE. \nCDH POLICY: 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 can not be done via an app on an i-phone or other type hand held phones. It must be done on a computer. If you find yourself removed from this event\, it’s because you didn’t read and follow this policy. \n– We hike in as a group and hike out as a group
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/mishe-mokwa-trail-loop-5-7-mile/
LOCATION:Mishe Mokwa Trail\, Mishe Mokwa Trail\, California\, CA\, US
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SUMMARY:Western Plateau Power Pole Hike
DESCRIPTION:Come and Join me on a Quick Paced Evening Workout hike!I must be honest here. I have not hiked this hike for over a year but have hiked it many times. So it may be partially exploratory in case something has changed since I hiked it. \nNote that we are starting at 5pm\, we leave on time.Distance: 6 milesElevation Gain: 1400+ftDifficulty: Intermediate hiker\, no beginners pleaseDogs: NoRestrooms: NoWater Fountain: NoParking: Free street parkingTrail: Out and back\, may have some uneven footing and possible mud puddles from the past rain.Sunset: 5:45pmWeather: Extreme heat\, high winds or Rain will cancel this hikeKnown Dangers: slip-‘n-fall\, poison oak\, speedy mountain bikers \nBring:Flashlight/headlamp and an extra layer\, it can get chilly in there even on a warm day. Bring enough water to stay hydrated\, 1-2 liters should be enough and a snack for the breakpoint at the top. \nHike Description:The name of the actual hike area is called Conejo Canyons Trailhead and you can get more details if you look it up on alltrails.com.Part of the hike we will be doing is called Hawk Canyon. \nDirections:To get there get off of the 101 freeway Rancho Conejo Blvd ext. Take Rancho north to the end\, turn left on Conejo Center Drive. There is a sort of parking area right next to the trailhead but I do not trust that it won’t get locked while we are hiking in the evening\, so park on the street.When turning left\, park on the street near the Rancho/Conejo Dr intersection if front of the Utilities/CNG Filling Station place. \nCOVID-19 DISCLAIMER / RULESPlease follow the guidelines under the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). https://covid19.ca.gov/COVID information for Ventura and LA counties:• https://www.venturacountyrecovers.org/• http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/ \nYour participation means you agree with the observance of mandated COVID-19 safety measures and you agree to follow these rules: \n• Each participant will observe social distancing of 6 ft. among ourselves.• It is required to carry a mask and wear it through the duration of the hike. Of course we remove our masks when we can but…• Be considerate and wear your mask when near each other or near other hikers passing by.• Cover your mouth with your elbow if you need to sneeze or cough. \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:• You must RSVP to attend this event\, no exceptions.• If you choose to sign up for any event\, you are releasing the organizers of PM Hikers from all liability in case of possible injuries.• The organizers of PM Hikers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. By participating in any posted event\, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.• Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.• Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/western-plateau-power-pole-hike/
LOCATION:Trillium CNG\, 1993 Rancho Conejo Blvd\, Thousand Oaks\, CA\, 91320\, US
CATEGORIES:PM Hikers
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SUMMARY:Ridgeline Between Templin Hwy and Lake Piru
DESCRIPTION:This trek would be an out-and-back\, first on a dirt road that overlooks a geologically dramatic canyon and then follows a little-known\, well-maintained\, motorized single-track trail over a ridgeline that heads toward Lake Piru. On two past attempts\, I with others have made it to the knoll that overlooks the knoll that should overlook Lake Piru. To get to that last knoll means another mile or two\, more elevation loss and then gain; and worst\, having to hike back from that point. If the group is willing\, we should be able to make it to that point. As long as the sky is free of clouds and haze\, expect the views to be stunning of this remote area of the southwest portion of the Los Padres National Forest\, with the prominent Cobblestone Mountain in the background. \nDistance: 8 to 12 miles\, out-and-back. \nElevation Gain: 2\,000 to 2\,500 feet. \nPace: About 2.5 miles per hour. \nDifficulty: Moderately difficult. \nMinimum level: Advanced beginners. \nWhat to Bring: Minimum 2 liters of water\, lunch and snacks. A face covering is mandatory when congregating with others in close proximity. \nMeeting Time and Place: 8:30 am at the intersection of Templin Hwy and Golden State Hwy (roughly 5 miles north of Lake Hughes Road in Castaic). \nDirections to the trailhead from Woodland Hills: Take the US-101 East/South\, I-405 North\, and I-5 North all the way through the Santa Clarita Valley. Go up the grade above Castaic and take the first exit\, which is Templin Hwy. Make a left turn and go just pass the freeway to Golden State Hwy. Make a left and park on the east side of the road.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/ridgeline-between-templin-hwy-and-lake-piru/
LOCATION:Castaic\, Castaic\, CA\, 91384\, US
CATEGORIES:Calabasas Day Hikers
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SUMMARY:Rocky Peak via Chumash Trail
DESCRIPTION:8.5 miles moderate
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/rocky-peak-via-chumash-trail/
LOCATION:Chumash Park and Trail\, 3200 Flanagan Dr\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93063\, US
CATEGORIES:Ventura County Day Hikes
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SUMMARY:Deal connector- Deal trail
DESCRIPTION:The trailhead is before you get to ozena fire station. 13 miles …ish
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/deal-connector-deal-trail/
LOCATION:Ozena Fire Station\, corner of Lockwood Valley Road and hwy 33\, Maricopa\, CA\, US
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SUMMARY:Harmon cyn
DESCRIPTION:Enter the parking lot from the eastern driveway of missionary church on foothill. Just putting in some work. 7ish miles
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/harmon-cyn-6/
LOCATION:Missionary Church\, 500 High Point Drive\, Ventura\, CA\, 93003\, US
CATEGORIES:Ventura County Day Hikes
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SUMMARY:Mt Thom Full Moon Picnic
DESCRIPTION:*** YOU MUST BRING A FACE COVERING to meet up at the trailhead and to use on trail when it is not possible to avoid close proximity to other hikers. Please be mindful of other people’s space. DO NOT APPROACH ANYONE WITHOUT YOUR FACE COVERING. \n*** Hike is waitlisted. For the time being\, you must have hiked with us previously. Limiting the total number of attendees (~10) so please change your RSVP immediately if you cannot make it. Apologies for not being able to add everyone but safety is the main priority right now. \nBring a headlamp and warm layers! \nNO potluck\, bring food for just yourself\, something comfortable to sit on and maybe a small sheet or blanket. There will be a concrete platform to safely spread out on. \n************************* \nAny pace welcome to hike Mt Thom as an out and back. The plan is to hike up to the Las Flores Motorway\, take in the views with some snacks\, enjoy the full moon and head back the way we came. There will be a couple points to stop along the way to take a short break and regroup. It’s pretty straightforward but will mark the trail\, if needed. \nSTATS \nDistance: 6.5 miles \nElevation Gain: 1400 feet \nRating: Moderate 5/10\, not for beginners \nTrail: fire road\, single track\, some shade \nBring a headlamp and warm layers!! \nWe will meet at the gate at the end of Sunshine Dr. Street parking is restricted close to the gate so pay attention to parking signs. We will park down the road on Sunshine Dr or Balmoral Dr where there is free residential parking. When returning to the cars\, please keep in mind this is a residential neighborhood. \nDirections: \nTake the exit for Mountain St from the 2/Glendale Fwy between the 210 and 134 fwys. Turn onto E Mountain St going downhill to N Verdugo Rd. Make a right turn on N Verdugo Rd. In about a quarter of a mile\, take the left split to Canada Blvd. Follow Canada for about a half mile and make a left onto Colina Dr. Take Colina to Sunshine Dr. Continue on to the intersection of Sunshine and Sandringham Dr.\, just after the stop sign at Polaris Dr. There should be street parking available on your right. We will walk a short distance up Sunshine to the gate at the end of the road. \n************************** \nThe Fine Print \nPLEASE – 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. \nThe 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) \nRSVP’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. \nPLEASE – 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. \nVHC HIKE RATING SCALE \nRating 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: un-even hiking surfaces\, various obstructions\, water and/or water crossings or bouldering and/or rock hopping. A great hike will have all of these! \n1 – A long walk \n2 – 4 mile hike w/little elevation gain \n3 – 5 mile hike w/up to 1000 ft. elevation gain \n4 – 5+ mile hike w/up to 1500 ft. elevation gain (heart rate increases at times) \n5 – 7+ mile hike w/over 1500 ft. elevation gain (heart rate increasing even more at times) \n6 – 7+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be trying to remember how to perform CPR) \n7 – 5+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be muttering expletives to yourself) \n8 – 10+ mile hike w/over 3500 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be angry with the hike leader) \n9 – 10+ mile hike w/over 5000 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be thinking of reporting the hike leader to the authorities) \n10 – Use your imagination \nClass 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. \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY \nIMPORTANT\, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY: \nI 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. \nOutdoor 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 VHC 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 VHC Meetup events\, you are releasing the VHC 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.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/mt-thom-full-moon-picnic/
LOCATION:1199 Sunshine Dr\, 1199 Sunshine Dr\, Glendale\, CA\, 91208\, US
CATEGORIES:Valencia Hiking Crew
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SUMMARY:Haines Canyon to Mt Lukens
DESCRIPTION:*** YOU MUST BRING A FACE COVERING to meet up at the trailhead and to use on trail when it is not possible to avoid close proximity to other hikers. Please be mindful of other people’s space. DO NOT APPROACH ANYONE WITHOUT YOUR FACE COVERING. \n*** Hike is waitlisted. For the time being\, you must have hiked with us previously. Limiting the total number of attendees (~12) so please change your RSVP immediately if you cannot make it. Apologies for not being able to add everyone but safety is the main priority right now. Those we’ve been hiking with who demonstrate Covid precautions will be given priority. \nSTATS \nDistance: 10.5 Miles \nElevation Gain: 2900 ft \nDuration: 5 hours \nTrail: Fire road and single track\, w/areas of deteriorating trails and steep\, uneven downhills\, possible bushwhacking \nRating: 8/10\, due to trail condition and gain \nParking pass: Not needed \nNot for beginners – no sweep!! We’ll be keeping a moderate pace and regrouping as needed. \nWrite up is Don’s: \nTHE STORY \nNot many small or medium-sized cities can boast three mountain ranges within its border\, but Glendale does. Stretching east and north from the San Fernando Valley\, the city takes in substantial parts of the San Rafael Hills and the Verdugo Mountains\, plus a small slice of the San Gabriel Mountains at the city’s northern extremity. \nAt this northernmost spot in Glendale\, overlooking the foothill communities of La Crescenta and Tujunga\, lies Deukmejian Wilderness Park\, named after the former California Governor George Deukmejian. The park’s 700 acres of chaparral-covered slopes are drained by two ravines with steep gradients: Cooks Canyon and Dunsmore Canyon. During the mid-20th Century\, the area alongside the Dunsmore Canyon stream was used by the Le Mesnager family as a vineyard\, An old stone barn at the trailhead is reminiscent of that time. \nMt. Lukens is the tallest peak within the Los Angeles city limits\, and it has spectacular views of the Los Angeles basin and surrounding mountains from the summit. \nOn exceptional days both the south and west facing beaches can be seen. When looking north\, you see a large portion of the Tujunga Canyon watershed with views of Condor Peak (http://www.summitpost.org/mountain/rock/188361/condor-peak.html)\, Fox Mountain # 2 (http://www.summitpost.org/mountain/rock/197574/fox-mountain-2.html)\, Josephine Peak (http://www.summitpost.org/mountain/rock/155186/josephine-peak.html)\, Strawberry Peak (http://www.summitpost.org/mountain/rock/151749/strawberry-peak.html)\, and more. \nWe usually make a loop from Deukmejian Wilderness Park in Glendale\, but this time we’re going to try a route that’s been on my list for a while – starting at the Haines Debris Basin. I have not done this route but the trail should be pretty straightforward. \nThe portion of the Rim of the Valley trail in particular has some areas of loose rocks and soil as well as a few Yucca maize portions. Walking poles could be helpful to some in these areas. \nDIRECTIONS \nFrom the 210 fwy take the Lowell Ave exit to Honolulu Ave. Go west. It veers right and turns into Tujunga Cyn Blvd. In just over a mile and a half turn right on Haines Cyn Ave. Make a right on Day St and a left to join Haines Cyn again. Though we will be meeting at the very end of Haines\, there isn’t much parking there so grab any available parking spot you see when you’re on Haines or turn left on Apperson St to look for a spot. \nWe will meet at the gate at the end of Haines. Please keep in mind this is a residential neighborhood – keep any noise to a minimum. Allow yourself a few extra minutes to find parking and walk to the trailhead. \n************************************************** \nThe Fine Print \nPLEASE – 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. \nThe 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) \nRSVP’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. \nVHC HIKE RATING SCALE \nRating 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: un-even hiking surfaces\, various obstructions\, water and/or water crossings or bouldering and/or rock hopping. A great hike will have all of these! \n1 – A long walk \n2 – 4 mile hike w/little elevation gain \n3 – 5 mile hike w/up to 1000 ft. elevation gain \n4 – 5+ mile hike w/up to 1500 ft. elevation gain (heart rate increases at times) \n5 – 7+ mile hike w/over 1500 ft. elevation gain (heart rate increasing even more at times) \n6 – 7+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be trying to remember how to perform CPR) \n7 – 5+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be muttering expletives to yourself) \n8 – 10+ mile hike w/over 3500 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be angry with the hike leader) \n9 – 10+ mile hike w/over 5000 ft. elevation gain (at times you might be thinking of reporting the hike leader to the authorities) \n10 – Use your imagination \nClass 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. \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY \nIMPORTANT\, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY: \nI 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. \nOutdoor 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. \n*******************************
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/haines-canyon-to-mt-lukens/
LOCATION:Haines Canyon\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 91042\, US
CATEGORIES:Valencia Hiking Crew
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