Hiking with Dean

Saugus to the Sea Road to Mission Point
2023-09-03 07:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 24295 The Old Rd, 24295 The Old Rd, Newhall, CA, 91321, US
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/saugus-to-the-sea-road-to-mission-point
Hello Fellow Hikers,
Gonna be hitting Mission Point again. This time from the other side of the mountain. This trail has some great inclines from the start of our hike, and pretty much a gradual incline until we reach the top. There will have a more leveled off hike until we reach the turn off to Mission Peak. At the top will be rewarded with some amazing city and mountain views. Our return hike is gradual hike down to our cars. Carpooling at our same meetup spot will be offered for anyone who wishes to carpool or follow to the trailhead (Best donuts located 2325 Kuehner Dr # 127 Simi Valley off the 118 freeway at 6:30 am) I have attached the AllTrails link for stats, directions and photos. Carpooling at our same meetup spot will be offered for anyone who wishes to carpool or follow to the trailhead (Best donuts located 2325 Kuehner Dr # 127 Simi Valley off the 118 freeway at 6:15 am) I have attached the AllTrails link for stats, directions and photos.
Trail out and back
Miles 8.7
Rated moderate
Elevation Gain 1699 ft
Dogs allowed
Parking side dirt road
As of now there is no sweeper for this hike so please know if you feel you can not finish for any reason please turn back early
Please check back on hike info as rain, heat advisory, strong winds or low attendance may cause the hike to be rescheduled
We will always follow Jim’s Golden Rules:
1. Hike your own hike
2. 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 (water,hat,sunglasses,hiking boot/hiking shoes poles if needed snacks)
Liability Disclaimer:
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 an Event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guest. Remember this is your hike. All responsibilities are of your own once you attend. Please be aware of your limit. During outdoor activity you can encounter bodily injury, snake bites, sunburn, overheating, etc. This is not within our control and we ask that you are prepared for any of the above once you sign up for an Event. If you need to take several breaks (not counting quick breather breaks) and stops throughout a hike, the hike maybe too much for your ability. Please check each event for miles, elevation gain, and difficulty rating. The higher the elevation gain means more incline and less leveled off sections. We offer all levels of hikes from moderate to hard to advanced only. We encourage everyone to not give up work on your core by joining our easier moderate Events and then joining our harder hikes once you are ready. 😊

Hike the Tijeras Creek Trail to the Arroyo Trabuco Trail - Loop
2023-09-03 07:30 - 10:30 | Cañada Vista Park, 24328 Antonio Pkwy, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688, US
This hike will be about 7 miles with about 700 ft. of elevation gain. We will start the hike at Cañada Vista Park. From here we will take the Tijeras Creek Trail to the Arroyo Trabuco Trail and use this to loop back to where we started.
There will be a few water crossings, so please be prepared to get your feet wet.
Google Maps of Park: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cañada+Vista+Park,+24328+Antonio+Pkwy,+Rancho+Santa+Margarita,+CA+92688/@33.6101735,-117.615246,16z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x80dceb8c0acd6463:0xd3cb3258f1ec5823
Parking is free at the park.
Dogs are not allowed on this hike.

Dos Vientos - Labor Day Picnic
2023-09-03 14:30 - 19:30 | Dos Vientos Community Park, 4801 Borchard Road, Newbury Park, CA, 91320, US
5.2 miles, 1140′ gain, Intermediate
Beginner Option: 3.5 miles, 500′ gain, Fit Beginner
Come to the hike only (2:30p), picnic only (4:00p), or both.
Warning: Google Maps may take you to the incorrect location, although the address is correct. Please follow the written directions.
The Hike
2:30 pm at the parking lot entrance.
If it’s too hot to hike, we’ll just start the picnic!
We take the Park View trail, flat along a gravel track, moving around Dos Vientos park. It then gently rises into the hills, continuing onto the Powerline trail.
Parts are strewn with small rubble but there are still clear foot paths along the edge. It will get the heart pumping. At the height of this point, there is a fantastic overlook.
For some additional challenge, one can continue another 0.85 miles for another 450′ of gain and 190′ on the return. It continues to the next electrical tower where the trail splits. This leads to the 2,200 feet high Conejo Mountain in Camarillo, CA.
Whether you decide to take the extra segment or not, you will be rewarded by great views. This trail offers panoramic views of the Oxnard Plain, the Pacific Ocean, numerous Channel Islands, Boney Mountain, Mugu Lagoon, and the Topa Topa Mountains.
The mountainside is mixed with the remnants of a brush fire and new growth. I will be marking the trail with white arrows at junctions so that nobody gets lost and hikers can turn around at any point.
The Picnic
Approximately 4:00p.
Under the awning to the right of the parking lot (entry: west from Borchard) immediately after entering.
This is a pot luck picnic. Please also bring something to eat and drink, and a little extra to share. If your item requires it, bring plates and utensils to share.
You can leave your pot luck item in the car and retrieve it after the hike. Bring something to put on in case it starts to get cool.
Alcohol IS allowed in this park.
Photos from 2022
The Park
The Dos Vientos building is open until 10pm on weekdays, 6pm on weekends. The park has plenty of parking in a paved lot, has indoor drinking fountains and bathrooms, and various picnic areas with barbecue grills.
Interesting Notes.
You will see these on the hike.
Prickly Pear Cactus
Inside and fruit are edible. Remove needles and scrape to remove hairs, cut top off, hollow out to make water container. Burn off needles. Fruit peels easily. Eat seeds and all. Use duct tape to remove thorns from hands.
Lichen
A composite organism arising from algae, cyanobacteria, or both, and often fungi. They come in many colors. Not related to moss or any plant. They get all their food from photosynthesis, air, water, and minerals in their environment. Most comes from air, and therefore, can be used to monitor air pollution. 6% of earth’s land surface is covered by lichens. This is the paint that gives the look of the rocks of Yosemite. 20,000 known species. Self-contained ecosystems. Some of the oldest living things. Can survive unprotected in space, surviving vacuum, fluctuating temperatures, and cosmic radiation. Used for making dyes, sometimes by boiling in water. Some are edible, some poisonous.
Directions
Dos Vientos Community Park
4801 Borchard Rd
Newbury Park, CA 91320
34.175179, -118.981733
From the 118
West to CA-23.
CA-23 south for 7.4 miles.
US-101 north for 4.1 miles.
Exit 47B Borchard Rd.
Borchard Rd. south for 7 miles.
Dos Vientos park entrance on the right.
From CA-23
CA-23 south to US-101.
US-101 north for 4.1 miles.
Exit 47B Borchard Rd.
Borchard Rd. south for 7 miles.
Dos Vientos park entrance on the right.
From US-101 (Camarillo/Ventura)
US-101 south.
Exit 47A Borchard Rd.
Borchard Rd. south for 7 miles.
Dos Vientos park entrance on the right.
Hike Stats
Fit Beginner, 3.5 miles, 500′ gain, 1.5 hours
Intermediate, 5.2 miles, 1140′ gain, 2 hours
Pace: 2.0 mph
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: Yes.
Drinking Fountains: Yes.
Parking: Free in paved lot.
Trail: Single track and fire road. Parts of the fire road have heavy gravel and rubble.
What to Bring
1-2 liters of water.
A pot luck item and a beverage to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

Chumash trail
2023-09-04 07:30 - 10:00 | Chumash Park, 3200 Flanagan Dr, Simi Valley, CA, 93063, US
https://www.rsrpd.org/simi_valley/trails/chumash_park_and_trail.php
Hello Fellow Hikers,
Gonna be doing the Chumash Trail in Simi Valley to the junction of Rocky Peak then make our way back. It’s a great moderate hike and a great workout with scenery of rock formations and mountain tops. The Chumash out and back is not on AllTrails but the above website will give you info pics and some direction to the trailhead. We will be meeting off Flanagan Dr you can either park on the street or in the park both are free parking. Please follow the pin below for directions…
Miles 5.2
Rated moderate
Trail out and back
Elevation Gain about 1200 ft
Dogs are allowed
Parking street or in the Chumash park
As of now there is no sweeper for this hike so please know if you feel you can not finish for any reason please turn back early
Please check back on hike info as rain, heat advisory, strong winds or low attendance may cause the hike to be rescheduled
We will always follow Jim’s Golden Rules:

Hike your own hike

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
(water,hat,sunglasses,hiking boot/hiking shoes poles if needed snacks)
Liability Disclaimer:
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 guest. Remember this is your hike all responsibilities are of your own once you attend please be aware of your limits. During outdoor activity you can encounter bodily injury, snake bites, sunburn, overheating, etc. This is not within our control and we ask that you are prepared for any of the above once you sign up for an Event. If you need to take several breaks (not counting quick breather breaks) and stops throughout a hike, the hike maybe too much for your ability. Please check each event for miles, elevation gain, and difficulty rating. The higher the elevation gain means more incline and less leveled off sections. We offer all levels of hikes from moderate to hard to advanced only. We encourage everyone to not give up work on your core by joining our easier moderate Events and then joining our harder hikes once you are ready. 😊

Arroyo Conejo Trail to Lynnmere Trail ~ Gentler Intermediate
2023-09-05 08:00 - 10:00 | 950 N Ventu Park Rd, 950 N Ventu Park Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320, US
We will start by following the pleasant single-track on the left (not the road to the right, which descends to a dead-end at the creek) from the Rancho Conejo Playfields in Newbury Park. The trail skirts the edge of a neighborhood and its steep-walled canyon, which provides great scenic views along the Barranca and through riparian native plant communities, Wildwood Park, and the Pacific Ocean. There is a creek crossing with rocks and wood pallets to make “dry crossing” easy when we reach the bottom of the canyon. Then, we will turn right at a T-junction and begin a steady climb out of the canyon to the Lynnmere Trail. The trail passes the backs of some houses, dips into a woodland, and emerges into a meadow where we get a panoramic view to the west. Here, we will retrace our way back to the Arroyo Conejo Trail and back to the parking lot.
This hike is about 5 miles long with an elevation gain/loss of approximately 1000 feet.
Directions:
From 101 Freeway, drive 1/4 mile north on Ventu Park Rd. Turn right into the parking lot at the Rancho Conejo Playfields and the Arroyo Conejo trailhead is on the right.
PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY
Please review our guidelines to participate in our hikes.
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list.

Plan on KEEPING UP with the group and completing the entire hike at a moderate pace, or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.

No “Plus Ones” or dogs on Weekday Trailblazer hikes.

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 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.

Hike at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park - Nix Nature Center
2023-09-05 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

Intermediate Hike ~ Palo Comado / Cheseboro Loop via Ranch Center trail
2023-09-05 08:30 - 11:00 | Trailhead, Sunnycrest and Doubletree, Oak Park, CA, US
This week we’ll do a loop around the northeastern regions of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and the Las Virgenes Open Space. This area traverses many ecosystems, including riparian, chaparral, and the rockscape from Galaxy Quest. The area is generally dry, but very nice!
http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/3/0/c/event_255709932.jpeg
The trailhead is where Sunnycrest turns into Doubletree, about a mile east of Kanan Road (34°10’56.67″N, 118°45’6.44″W). The area under the trees is shady all day long; get there early to get a good spot.
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We’ll be hiking about 7 miles/1100’ gain over the course of 2 1/2 hours and will traverse parts of Ranch Center, Cheseboro, Sheep Corral and Palo Comado canyons. We’ll see Sulphur Springs, the Baleen Wall and Shepherd’s Flat. The hike includes fire roads, single-tracks, and an exhilarating wakeup call near the beginning, where we travel up and down 400′ over the course of the 1.1 mile Ranch Center section of the trail.
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Bring sunscreen, plenty of water, and wear sturdy shoes and a sun hat. Please consider bringing the 10 essentials ().
Our departure time is 8:30 am.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list

Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away

No “Plus Ones” on this hike

Plan on completing the entire hike or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.

No dogs

All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

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.

Happy Camp 2 - Intermediate
2023-09-05 18:00 - 21:30 | Happy Camp Rustic Canyon, 13650 Broadway Road, Moorpark, US
5.7 Miles, 1000′ gain, Intermediate
The starting point is NOT at the golf course entrance. It is at a dirt lot that can hold at least 50 cars. There is some real incline on this hike and a lot less trails coated with silt compared to the easier Happy Camp hike.
Even though I have rated this “intermediate”, there are no steep sections. The 2nd quarter is an continuous fire road incline that can get exhausting.
We start with about 1.25 miles of relatively flat and slightly downhill double-tracker. Then we start up a fire road for 1.5 miles with a continuous incline of 700′. This section can be exhausting, so I’ve rated the hike on the easy end of the Intermediate spectrum.
A strong and motivated beginner can do this hike, but they will be challenged and slow during this segment. That’s OK, because this is not a conditioning hike, it is a social hike. We’ll be stopping at various points to regroup, and there is nothing wrong with taking many small stops along this section to catch your breath.
After having done two segments, we’ll reach a steel hitching post and clearing, where we’ll have a social event lasting about an hour. We’ll be rewarded with spectacular views in all directions. During the day, you can easily see the ocean and Channel Islands. Finally, we’ll head back the way we came.
Interesting Notes
These are plants you will likely see on this hike.
White Sage
It is very aromatic and is the plant burned in “smudging” to ward off evil spirits and perform other purification.
Along the second half of the outbound section, both sides of the trail have patches of White Sage.
Black Mustard
Flowers, leaves (mustard greens), and roots are edible. Can be used as a spice. Grind seeds and mix with water and vinegar to make prepared mustard.
Directions
Happy Camp Rustic Canyon
13650 Broadway Rd.
Moorpark, CA 93021
Coordinates of trailhead: 34.315212, -118.874620
From CA-118:
West on CA-118, exit 19a Princeton Ave.
Left on Princeton for 1.4 mile until dead end.
Right on Spring Rd. for 1.3 miles.
Right on CA-23N/Walnut Canyon Rd. for 0.9 miles.
Becomes Happy Camp Rd. for 236′.
Right on Broadway Rd. for 0.3 miles.
Parking lot in Northeast corner of intersection.
From CA-23 and US-101:
North on CA-23.
CA-118 east for 0.6 miles.
Exit 19a, Princeton Ave.
Right on Princeton for 1.4 mile until dead end.
Right on Spring Rd. for 1.3 miles.
Right on CA-23N/Walnut Canyon Rd. for 0.9 miles.
Becomes Happy Camp Rd. for 236′.
Right on Broadway Rd. for 0.3 miles.
Parking lot in Northeast corner of intersection.
The Hike
Distance: 5.7 miles, 3.75 hours
Elevation Gain: 1000′
Difficulty: Intermediate.
Pace: 2.0 mph
Dogs: No
Restrooms: Yes.
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free in the dirt lot at the trailhead
Trail: Double Track and Fire Road, with some sand.
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route.
Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed.
Hike type: Social.
This description includes 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 at the half way point.
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.
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.
Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

Hike at Whiting Ranch - Wahoo's Parking Lot
2023-09-07 07:30 - 09:45, 2023-09-14 07:30 - 09:45 | 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.

Backbone Quickie - Encinal to "The Tree"
2023-09-07 08:30 - 10:30 | Backbone Trail – Encinal Canyon Trailhead, Encinal Canyon Rd, Malibu, CA, 90265, US
Barbara and Sharon showed me this hike a couple of weeks ago, and it was delightful. If you’re deep on the waitlist for Cheryl’s hike, you may want to consider joining this one.
We’ll start at the Encinal Backbone trailhead parking lot, cross the road, and then take The Backbone Trail southeast for a couple of miles until we get to the place we often turn around when coming from Kanan Road. There’s “The Tree” at the gravel road crossover there. Along the way, we’ll see the plaque placed to commemorate the completion of the Backbone Trail in 2016.
This route has more than the usual amount of shade, trees that somehow managed to survive the Woolsey Fire. There are two or three water crossings each way, so prepare to get your feet wet with cold, clear water. There are also a couple of climbs, so this isn’t a Beginner hike.
Total distance: just under 5 miles, with a 600’ climb and descent.
Bring sunscreen, plenty of water, and wear sturdy shoes and a sun hat. Please consider bringing the 10 essentials ().
Our departure time is 8:30 am sharp.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list
Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
Plan on completing the entire hike or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.
No dogs
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

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.

Wildwood to Santa Rosa Trail through Box Canyon Loop
2023-09-07 08:30 - 11:00 | Wildwood Park, Thousand Oaks, 998 W Avenida de Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360, US
Let’s hike a loop through Wildwood.
Wildwood’s archetypal western look served as the set for Davy Crocket, The Rifleman, Gunsmoke, and Wagon Train back in the day, as well as the movie Spartacus.
This hike takes us from the main parking lot up the Santa Rosa Trail to Mount Clef Ridge, providing sweeping views of the park, the Santa Rosa Valley, & maybe the Channel Islands if it’s clear.
Descending into the valley, we’ll pass the famed train yard, as well as other quirky estates.
We will take the Box Canyon Trail and the Mesa Trail back before heading back to the parking lot.
Our route will be approximately 6 1/2 miles and 1000 +’ of elevation gain. Much of the hike is exposed and the Box Canyon climb toward the end is work – so dress appropriately, and make sure you have plenty of water or beverage of choice. Bring your cellphone and poles if you like them.
Directions:
From the 101 in Thousand Oaks, turn north on Lynn Road and continue 2.6 miles to Avenida De Los Arboles, then turn left. Continue for about a mile to the end and turn into the Wildwood parking lot on the left.
From the 118, travel west to the 23, exit at Avenida De Los Arboles and turn right. Drive further than you remember having to drive to this trailhead (10 or 15 minutes). Turn left into the parking lot when the road ends.
Watch for cross traffic coming from the right when you turn into the parking lot- they don’t have to stop. Parking is ample and free.
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.
** Dogs are not allowed on this hike.

China Flats - Intermediate
2023-09-07 18:00 - 21:30 | China Flat Trailhead, 34.193558, -118.775137, Oak Park, ca, 91377, US
3 miles, 1000′ gain, Intermediate.
The entire first half is an incline. Nothing super steep, but beginners may find this climb exhausting. Fit beginners can still complete this hike, as we’ll be stopping at junctions to let everybody catch up. This is not a conditioning hike, it is a social hike.
There are several routes that can be taken, and the one I’ll be taking is posted as part of this description. At the top, we’ll stop for a snack and beverage share) lasting 30-60 minutes.
For the return, part of the route will be the same, but the last segment will be different.
Hike
Distance: 3 miles
Gain: 1000′
Distribution: Most of the incline well distributed in the first half.
Difficulty: Intermediate.
Shape: Upside down Y.
Pace: approx. 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Fire road and single track. Areas of sand, gravel, and rock, some of it rugged.
Trail Variations: The entire first half is an incline.
Several extended inclines of 1000 steps.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: No
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free along street.
What to bring
1 liter of water for every 3 miles.
Hiking shoes/boots
Flashlight or headlamp.
Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
Snack and Beverage Share
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.
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. 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 some sticks. 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.
Directions
From I-101
I-101, exit Lindero Canyon Rd.
Lindero Canyon Rd. north for 3 miles.
Trailhead on the left, park along the street between King James Ct. and Wembly Ave.
From CA-118, CA-23
I-118 west.
I-23 south for 4.8 miles, exit Avenida de Los Arboles.
Left (east) on Avenida del Los Arboles for 1.6 miles.
Right (south) on N. Westlake Blvd for 1.5 miles.
Left (east) on Kanan Rd. for 2.6 miles.
left (north) on Lindero Canyon Rd. for almost 1 mile.
Trailhead on the left, park along the street between King James Ct. and Wembly Ave.
Coordinates of trailhead: 34.193632, -118.775241
Address of a nearby house: 5405 Wembly Ave, Oak Park, CA 91377
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Hike at Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park - Borrego Trail & Billy Goat Trail
2023-09-09 07:30 - 10:00 | Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park, 26701 Portola Parkway, Foothill Ranch, CA, US
The total mileage for this hike is 5 miles with about 800 ft. of elevation gain.
We will start at the trail head of the Borrego Trail, which is right off of the parking lot. This is where we will meet. We will head up the Borrego Trail until we get to Mustard Road. Here we will turn right. Then we will get onto the Billy Goat Trail. Once that ends, we will turn right to go on Whiting Spur Road. When we get down to Four Corners, we will head back on Mustard Road to Borrego Canyon. From Borrego Trail, we will take this back to the parking lot.
This is a moderate hike in general, but the Billy Goat Trail does pose some difficulty due to it being a bit more narrow and rocky.
Here is a link to the park map: http://ocparks.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=15841
The trail head we will be going on is off of the parking lot on Portola in between Alton Pkwy. and Bake Pkwy. Let’s meet right at the trail head by the sign.
The address is: 26701 Portola Parkway, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
If you have any questions, let me know! I’m looking forward to the hike!
Dogs are not allowed at this park.
There is parking near the trailhead. 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

Mystic Canyon and Upper Monroe Trail ( plus Poop Out Trail )
2023-09-09 07:30 - 13:00 | Radiant Beer Co., 1566 W Lincoln Ave, Anaheim, CA, 92801, US

2023 Saturday Peaks in the Santa Monica Mountains #9 - Triunfo Lookout
2023-09-09 08:00 - 15:00 | Circle X Ranch, 12896 Yerba Buena Rd, Malibu, CA, 90265, US
Hike #9 in the 2023 highest and most interesting peaks in the Santa Monica Mountains series is to Triunfo Lookout (2658′), a strenuous 12-miles, 2000′ gain hike via Canyon View and Backbone Trails to the 4,396th highest peak in California.
Meet at 800 AM at the Circle X Ranch. (from PCH drive up Yerba Buena 5.3 miles to the Circle X Ranch parking on the right or from the 101 Freeway in Conejo Valley take Westlake Blvd 5.2 miles south to Mulholland Hwy. Bear right on Mulholland Hwy for 1.9 miles. Turn right on Mulholland Hwy for 0.4 miles, then turn right on Little Sycamore Canyon Road/Yerba Buena Road for 5.6 miles to the Circle X Ranch parking on the left).
Visit the online Sierra Activities Schedule to see the rest of the monthly 2023 Saturday Peaks in the Santa Monica Mountains. The next Saturday peak will be Saddle Peak on 10/7/2023.

INFORMATIONAL POSTING-November 11-12 Wilderness First Aid Course
2023-09-09 23:00 - 2023-09-10 00:00 | Sycamore Canyon Campground, 9000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA, 90265, US
INFORMATIONAL POSTING-November 11-12 Wilderness First Aid Course
TO REGISTER PLEASE GO TO: http://wildernessfirstaidcourse.org
Why Take the WFAC?

More extensive and useful than Red Cross basic first aid

· We teach the course twice a year in Fullerton; typically, May and November. The next class is November 11-12.
· You receive 24 hours of credit for the class. This satisfies the first aid requirement for all leader candidate and leader levels for the (Los) Angeles Chapter of the Sierra Club.
· The course fee is $180, (roughly half the fee for a two-day WFA course offered by either REI/NOLS or Wilderness Medical Assoc.)
· The WFAC offers five excellent, hands-on 30-minute accident simulations as part of the course.
· In addition to being a supporting first aider in four of these, each WFAC student is the lead rescuer in one simulation with the undivided attention of an instructor.
· The Course fills up quickly, so register early. See Link Below.
More information and Registration instructions are available on the WFAC website at http://wildernessfirstaidcourse.org

INFORMATIONAL POSTING-November 11-12 Wilderness First Aid Course
2023-09-09 23:00 - 2023-09-10 00:00 | 24295 The Old Rd, 24295 The Old Rd, Newhall, CA, 91321, US

Tapo Canyon Trail
2023-09-10 07:30 - 09:30 | Radiant Beer Co., 1566 W Lincoln Ave, Anaheim, CA, 92801, US

Hike at Caspers Wilderness Park - Bell Canyon + Oso Trail
2023-09-10 07:30 - 10:15 | Caspers Wilderness Park, 33401 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano, CA, US
Let’s start early and beat the heat!
The hike I am planning is around 6.3 miles with about 700 ft. of elevation gain. It starts at the very end of the paved road, the long gray strip that can be seen on the map.
We will begin at the Bell Canyon Trail head. We will continue onto that and then take it to the Cougar Pass trail. We will go up that and make a left on Oso Trail. Once that ends, we will come back down Bell Canyon Trail until we hit Star Ridge Trail. We will take this to West Ridge Trail and go left. This will take us to a single track trail, Dick Loskorn Trail. This hits Nature Loops Trail and this will take us back to the beginning.
This is a beautiful hike with expansive views. It is a nice and remote hike, so you are really out there in the wilderness.
If you have any questions regarding the park or the trails we will be on, please let me know!
Here is a link to the park map: http://ocparks.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=8164
The address is: 33401 Ortega Hwy. San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Dogs are not allowed at this park.
Parking is $5, unless you have an OC Parks Annual Permit. If you hike a lot, it’s totally worth it: http://ocparks.com/about/fees/pass You can buy the pass at the park.

Hawk Canyon lollipop - Pot Luck hike
2023-09-10 18:00 - 22:00 | Calabasas Peak Trailhead, 1698 Stunt Rd, Calabasas, CA, 91302, US
4.2 miles, 700′ gain, easy-intermediate.
Easier option: 2.7 miles, 500′ gain, fit beginner.
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, any utensils your items might require.
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: Yes.
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.
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Hike at Boat Canyon to Bommer Ridge
2023-09-12 07:30 - 09:45 | Boat Canyon Trail, 518 Dartmoor, Gate 14, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, US
The total distance is around 4.6 miles with 870′ of elevation gain.
We will take Boat Canyon Trail up to Bommer Canyon. We will take Bommer to Water Tank trail. We will take this and then take a lower trail back to the beginning.
Address: Dartmoor Trail Lookout Laguna Beach, CA 92651 https://goo.gl/maps/6N8c88XfdSeYu85M8
Dogs are not allowed on these trails.
Parking is free on the street.

Top of the Santa Monicas- Sandstone Peak!
2023-09-12 08:30 - 11:30 | Sandstone Peak Trailhead, 12896 Yerba Buena Rd, Malibu, CA, 90265, US
We’ll be looping around the Backbone and Mishe Mokwa Trails for 6.5 miles, moving up approximately 1500′ as we go.
Early on, we’ll pass Echo Cliffs, where rock climbers ascend sheer cliffs, a house sized boulder delicately balanced on a small rock beneath, a giant split rock, stunning giant sandstone formations, and breathtaking views.
Since rock scrambling will be required to get to the top of Sandstone Peak, we will likely skip that section.
Directions:
Directions to the Sandstone Peak Trailhead:
From Westlake Village, exit on Westlake Blvd (CA-23 South) from the 101 Freeway, and follow it south for several miles (approximately 7 miles) to stop sign for Mulholland West (Note: Westlake Blvd. will merge with Mulholland West before you reach the stop sign). At the stop sign, turn right onto Mulholland (West) for about 0.4 miles. Turn right onto Little Sycamore Canyon, which becomes Yerba Buena Road after 1.4 miles, for 4 1/2 miles to Sandstone Peak trailhead. The Sandstone Peak lot is on the right side of the road. Look for large Sandstone Peak sign. The parking lot is above Yerba Buena Road and there is a bathroom in the parking lot. If you pass the Circle X Ranch, you went too far.
Note: This is a very slow driving route (narrow, with sharp turns) and will take 20-30 minutes from the 101 to the parking lot. Give yourself plenty of time. Cell reception is marginal (at best) up there, so we won’t be waiting on any “I’m late” calls.
Do NOT leave anything of value in your car, at this or any other trailhead.
Read about The Weekday Trailblazers and our policies here:
https://www.meetup.com/the-weekday-trailblazers/
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.
There are no “Plus One’s” on this hike. If you want to bring someone along, have them sign up, and make sure they’re aware of, and agree to, this disclaimer.

Ray Miller trail up to the fire road
2023-09-12 08:30 - 11:30 | La Jolla Canyon, 8588 Pacific Coast Hwy, 2 mi North of Sycamore Canyon, Ventura, CA, US
It’s still going to be a bit warm, and humid, but if we start at 8:30 I think we will be okay. We will go up the Ray Miller trail to the fire road and back, about 6 miles. This is an out and back so you can go at your own pace, but there will probably be another hike posted that will no doubt be faster than my hike. We’ll enjoy beautiful ocean views unless it’s foggy.
Lying along the brilliant blue Pacific Ocean at the west end of Malibu (just shy of Port Hueneme), the swelling blue ocean is rivaled in beauty by the undulating native California grasslands. On a clear day, the Channel Islands are easily within sight, although it is often foggy this time of year.
Most of the trail is exposed, bring sunscreen, hopefully there will be some clouds. It may be mosquito season so it’s up to you whether you should bring bug repellent.
We’ll meet in the parking lot near the Ray Miller Trailhead (look for the brilliant yellow sign). There is a parking fee in the lot (or free with state parking pass). There is free parking on PCH just a short walk to the parking area.
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Please review the ongoing guidelines to participate in our morning hikes. Here are some highlights and a link to the guidelines:
https://www.meetup.com/The-Weekday-Trailblazers/about/
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:
Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
No dogs on this hike
Directions:
From Los Angeles, take the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) north, 22 miles from Malibu Canyon Rd. Across the street from Thornhill Broome Beach is the entrance to La Jolla Canyon. It is very clearly marked. Turn right.
From Ventura, take PCH eastward, and turn left 4 miles after Las Posas Road.
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, or someone, 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.
There are no “Plus One’s” on this hike. If you want to bring someone along, have them sign up, and make sure they’re aware of, and agree to, this disclaimer.
All participants must be 18 or older or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Sunset at Peter's Canyon
2023-09-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Peters Canyon Hike, Tustin, CA, 92782, US
A moderate four-mile hike at Peter’s Canyon, in the city of Orange. There are a couple hills which will get your heart going, but your effort will be rewarded with the view, the sunset, and the company.
Bring water and sun protection (hat, sun glasses, sun screen), and hiking sticks if you prefer.
Carpool if possible and arrive early as parking can be challenging. Please note we are meeting at the South Trailhead (see map), NOT the main parking lot on the north side.

Chumash - Intermediate, with Easy option
2023-09-12 18:00 - 21:30 | Chumash Park, 3200 Flanagan Dr., Simi Valley, CA, US
4 miles, 950′ gain, Intermediate
Easy Option: 1.6 miles, 400′ gain, Fit Beginner
Hardest option: 5 miles, 1200′ gain, Intermediate
The entire hike outbound is a steady incline. Nothing super steep, just continuous and quite strenuous for many. There are virtually no junctions where one can get lost.
This is one of the more famous hikes in Simi Valley, and for good reason. Much of the hike takes place along the edge of the mountain. The trail in spots is a bit rugged and rocky, so a good tread on your shoes is recommended.
It is a part of the Chumash Natural Park that includes sandstone rock formations, caves, and beautiful vistas of Simi Valley. The land is owned by the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy and the Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District. It is maintained by the Rancho Simi Trailblazers and patrolled by the Volunteer Trail Safety Service.
We’ll all begin the climb together. Those doing the easier option will stop after 0.8 miles and wait for about 45 minutes until the rest of us return to this spot for our social event. While waiting, they can continue to climb any portion they want and return to this spot, or just take in the views.
The rest will continue for 1.3 miles until a flat rock. Those that want the hardest option, continue for another 0.5 miles and 250′ gain to the end of the trail. Head back down the same way to the social event spot.
At the social event spot, we’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of Simi Valley and will share snacks and beverages.
There is really no way to get lost on this hike, so everybody will move along at whatever pace they want.
Hike (click this link for a pic)
Distance: 4.0 miles (1.5 mi for easy option, 5.0 mi for hardest option)
Gain: 950′ (400′ for easy option, 1200′ for hardest option)
Distribution: Most of the incline is concentrated in the first half.
Difficulty: Intermediate (Fit Beginer for easy option, Intermediate for hardest option)
Shape: Out and back.
Pace: approx. 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Fire road, double track, single track.
Trail Variations: The entire first half is incline. Some of the trail is rugged sandstone. Some of the trail is covered in large gravel.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: No
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free along street.
What to bring: 1 liter of water for every 3 miles.
Hiking shoes/boots. Not required, but recommended.
Flashlight 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.
Interesting Notes
Here are a couple plants you are sure to see on this hike:
California Encelia
Aka, California Bush Sunflower, California Brittlebush, Coast Sunflower, El Dorado.
Center is brown. When the center is yellow, it is Brittlebush, from the brittleness of the stems. This is from the daisy family, and it is typically used as an ornamental plant.
Mediterranean Mustard / Black Mustard
Mediterranean mustard seeds are yellow or white, while Black mustard seeds are brown or black. The flowers look the same.
Flowers, leaves (mustard greens), and roots are edible. Can be used as a spice. Grind seeds and mix with water and vinegar to make prepared mustard. This is often a very abundant noxious weed (has been designated by an agricultural authority as one that is injurious to agricultural or horticultural crops, natural habitats or ecosystems, or humans or livestock.). It grows everywhere along the sides of the trail, often having to be cut back during trail maintenance.
Did you know that cabbage, mustard greens, collard greens, kale, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, and prepared mustard, are all from different parts of the wild mustard plant?
Directions
Chumash Trail
3200 Flanagan Dr.
Simi Valley, CA 93063
Coordinates of trailhead: 34.293497, -118.671176
From CA-118
I-118, exit Yosemite.
North on Yosemite for 1.3 miles.
Right (east) on Flanagan Dr. for 08. miles.
Continue until the street ends and park.
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test event only - for recreating a potential bug in meetup
2023-09-13 09:00 - 23:00 | 1 Concordia, 1 Concordia, Irvine, CA, 92612, US
This is a test.

Boney Mountain Hike (Fast Paced)
2023-09-13 17:30 - 20:00 | Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa Wendy Trailhead, Potrero Rd & S Wendy Dr, Newbury Park, CA, 91361, US
Please read these restrictions before signing up.

Don’t sign up unless you are two weeks past your latest vaccination
Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list
Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
You will be asked to show your vaccination card (a photo on your phone is fine). No card: No hike.

We will go to our overlook on Boney for a beautiful 360 degree viewpoint. We will have a good time hiking through the area and get a great workout. This hike will be a fast-paced, moderately strenuous 7 mile trek with an elevation gain of 1,200+ ft, through the Conejo historic Danielson Ranch area. We will be taking the standard route (no Fossil Trail). We may or may not get back back before dark, so please pack a head lamp or flashlight. We will get some killer views of the 1000 Oaks and Newbury Park areas as well as Point Mugu and even the Channel Islands and Pacific Ocean on a clear day. Looking forward to seeing you there!
DIRECTIONS:
Take Highway 101 to Thousand Oaks. Exit at Wendy Drive. Go south (towards the ocean) on Wendy all the way until it dead ends at the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. There is ample free parking on the dirt along Potrero Road. There are no restrooms at the trailhead.
Essentials :
This time of year you don’t need much, but make sure you bring a comfortable amount of H2O (1-2 liters for most of my hikes). Dress yourself with So Cal Hiking attire, and be willing to get a good workout! Bring your cellphone, a headlamp, any medications you may need, and a rain jacket if the weather looks iffy.
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.
** Anyone 18 yrs. or younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
No dogs allowed on the hike.
** Any last minute issues, call me @ 818-523-8719.

Rosewood Trail to Angel Vista - Gentler Intermediate
2023-09-14 08:30 - 10:30 | 150 Regal Oak Ct, 150 Regal Oak Ct, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320, US
A slightly shorter alternative to the overflowing Lang hike. This hike is about 5 miles with an elevation gain/loss approximately 900’.
We will meet on Regal Oak Ct. near the Lynn Rd. intersection.
From there the hike to the lower Rosewood Trail, a dirt trail heading up a shaded ravine at the base of the mountains, and continue on the Rosewood trail to Angel Vista.
Rosewood trail presents a clear view over the 101 Freeway carving up the Conejo Valley. This is a preview of the panorama to come at Angel Vista, and the view grows larger as you hike higher up the mountain. At the top, the picnic table at Angel Vista offers one of the magnificent panoramic viewpoints in the Santa Monica Mountains in a coastal area including the Boney Mountains, Sandstone Peak and the rocky crown of Santa Monicas with Conejo Valley, the Oxnard Plains and (on a clear day) a couple of the Channel Islands.
Directions: From the 101 Freeway take Ventu Park Rd. south, turn right on Lynn Rd. and left on Regal Oak.
PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY
Please review our guidelines to participate in our hikes.
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list.
Plan on KEEPING UP with the group and completing the entire hike at a moderate pace, or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.
No “Plus Ones” or dogs on Weekday Trailblazer hikes.

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 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.

Lang Ranch / Albertson Motorway ~ a gentler friendly hike
2023-09-14 08:30 - 11:00 | Lang Ranch Open Space, 3536 Lang Ranch Parkway, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91362, US
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This is a 6 mile out and back hike with about 1150’ of elevation gain from Lang Ranch Parkway in Westlake Village on the Albertsons Motorway. Our route on the Albertson Fire Road, which goes from the trailhead eastward all the way to Upper Las Virgenes Canyon, and is a favorite route for hikers and mountain bikers alike. The trail is mostly a gently climbing, well-travelled fireroad, with a section of broad singletrack. We’ll hike a half mile past the Bridal-Path Home Owners Association portcullis then turn around and head back down.
Statistics: 6 miles with about 1150’ of climbing.
The Albertson Fire Road is an especially scenic route in both directions, rising up above the Simi and Conejo Valleys and offering westward views of the Pacific and offshore islands.
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This hike is exposed almost the entire way, and the sun has a way of sneaking up on you even on a temperate day. Bring plenty of water and portable shade.
Free on-street parking is available at the trailhead.
Directions:
From the East, West & South – take the 101 toward Thousand Oaks. Exit at Westlake Boulevard and turn north (away from the ocean). Drive 4.1 miles and turn right on the Lang Ranch Parkway. Continue 0.8 miles and park where the Lang Ranch Parkway makes a sharp left.
From the North – take the 23 south toward Thousand Oaks. Exit at the Avenida De Los Arboles exit and turn left (east) on Avenida De Los Arboles. Drive 1.5 miles and turn right on Westlake Boulevard. Drive 0.2 miles and turn left on the Lang Ranch Parkway. Continue 0.8 miles and park where the Lang Ranch Parkway makes a sharp left.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:
Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list
Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
Plan on completing the entire hike or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.
No dogs
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
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.
There are no “Plus One’s” on this hike. If you want to bring someone along, have them sign up, and make sure they’re aware of, and agree to, this disclaimer.
