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 Join me on a conditioning evening hike.The actual hike is called Palo Comado Shepherd's Flat Loop on Alltrails.comThere are many intersecting trails at this trailhead of varying lengths, so we need to stick together (I have a story about getting lost in here even after hiking it many times). In the Springtime the wildflowers are […] |
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. I Have been wanting to return to Buzzard's Roost for quite some time now. It's a beautiful trail during spring time but […] |
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 Hello all fellow hikers as Jim will be out of town I'm gonna do my best to fill in for him on a few hikes if you would like to join me.....Will be hiking to Coquina Mine in Simi Valley. A little history on the trail from Alltrails.... " This was a mining operation that […]
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 Join me on a conditioning evening hike. Moderate five mile loop with a total elevation gain/loss of about 800 ft. This hike explores the neighborhood trails in the Dos Vientos area of the southwestern Conejo Valley. Although most of this route is on trails and/or dirt utility roads, there are three street crossings, and also […] |
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Scroll down to rsvpPRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING WHENEVER POSSIBLE, ESPECIALLY AT TRAIL HEAD AND BREAK SPOTS. WEAR A MASK OR FACE COVERING WHENEVER SOCIAL DISTANCING IS IMPOSSIBLE OR IMPRACTICAL. IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU BRING A FACE COVERING. BRING HAND SANITIZER IF YOU HAVE IT. Details Let's have some windless hiking fun on the west peak […]
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 Let's visit Descanso Gardens, see some well maintained flora and fauna, while getting some mild exercise walking the grounds. Visit their Website to see the details: https://www.descansogardens.org Hike Stats:Distance:3-4 miles?Difficulty: All levels of hikers welcome. You must feel comfortable standing and walking for 3 hours. Check out the grounds there is a lot to walk […]
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 You have been dreaming about this for a long time! Let's make it happen and let's go see the Northern Lights in an fun-packed adventure, visiting three countries in one of the beautiful places in world: Scandinavia. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO SIGN UP: https://www.1000treks.com/trips/scandinavia-northern-lights-adventure Highlights: - Visit 3 Scandinavian countries: Finland, Sweden […] |
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 *** 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. Hike is waitlisted. For the time being, you must have […] |
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 Pandemic? What Pandemic? Seriously I need the exercise!This is only for workout exercise purposes! This is our outside gym (my Ventura County gym has outdoor still happening so lets hike!)Las LLajas is a good evening hike in the dark. It is an even, wide road that is safer than many other hiking trails.I will be […] |
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. I Have been wanting to return to the Palo Comado trail for quite some time now. It's beautiful during the spring. Hopefully, […]
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 Cross-Posted from the Conejo Open Space Foundation Register now for the first of the 2021 COSF Speaker Events. Please join COSF for a live online presentation by Beth Pratt who will share news on the Liberty Canyon wildlife crossing. Her presentation will be on Thursday March 11th at 6:30 pm. COSF will send instructions on […] |
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 Here we go again....Come join me for another adventure :) If you haven't done this one yet (I haven't either) You're in for a surprise. This is considered one of the prettier hikes in the Santa Monica Mountains and even though it is a workout ( yes will have some steep inclines ) will have […]
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Join me on a conditioning evening hike. This hike is a moderate five mile loop with a total elevation gain/loss of about 600 ft. This hike starts at Potrero Rd and Big Sycamore Canyon Rd. There is no parking on Potrero Rd or Big Sycamore Canyon Rd, so park on Pinehill Ave. We will hike […] |
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*** 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. *** Hike is waitlisted. For the time being, you must […] |
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 REI's End of Season Clearance event is here! Save Up to 50% Off. STARTS NOW! URL: https://www.hikingwithdean.com/rei-eos50 Shop early for best selection. Featured product categories:• Up to 50% off Women's Clothing• Up to 40% off Men's Clothing• Up to 50% off Jackets• Up to 40% off Clothing Accessories• Up to 50% off Footwear• Up to […] |
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Having not been successful on my first attempt I’m going to explore an alternative route. I will also be tagging a nearby peak by lizard rock. 5-6 miles moderate “ish”. Some bushwhacking
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 Come join me for a quick-paced (2.5-3 miles per hour) evening hike. This will be the longer 9 mile version. We will be on pavement or gravel most of the way, which makes it good for nighttime! I am extending this hike an additional two miles (taking a side trail another hiking group I am […] |
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. This trek is for all you rock scramblers out there that love to meander through a maze of rocks. We'll start at […]
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 *** 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. *** Hike is waitlisted. For the time being, you must […] |
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. I Have been wanting to return to the Latigo Canyon trail for quite some time now. It's beautiful during the spring. Hopefully, […] |
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The Bucksnort Trail is a beautiful 2.99 mile trail in the Sespe Wilderness in Ventura County . The trail connects the Agua Blanca Trail (19W10) and the Alder Creek Trail (20W11).- if Dough flats is closed we will road walk to the trail. This will be about 15 miles rt. Be prepared for cold weather. […]
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Will try this again. New start time at 5:30. A later time may give more people a chance to join us This evening hike is a moderate five mile loop with a total elevation gain/loss of about 600 ft. This hike starts at Potrero Rd and Big Sycamore Canyon Rd. There is no parking on […] |
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 Details Distance: 11 miles RT, out and back Elevation Gain: 2,600 approx. If you enjoy a good workout hike that ends with a great 360 degree view of the North West section of the Angeles National Forest, including Pyramid lake, then Slide Mountain Lookout is the place to be. The Slide Mountain Lookout is a […]
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 Scroll down to rsvpPRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING WHENEVER POSSIBLE, ESPECIALLY AT TRAIL HEAD AND BREAK SPOTS. WEAR A MASK OR FACE COVERING WHENEVER SOCIAL DISTANCING IS IMPOSSIBLE OR IMPRACTICAL. IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU BRING A FACE COVERING. BRING HAND SANITIZER IF YOU HAVE IT. Details This will be my modification of the classic Grotto hike […]
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 Description:The hike ascends to Mission Point, aka Mission Peak, via the Mario A DeCampos Trail. The peak is the second highest summit in the Santa Susana mountain range behind Oat Mountain. This trail meanders up a beautiful ridge through walnut and oak groves and open grassland, providing broad views of the San Fernando Valley and […] |
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. Join me if you are looking to be challenged with a 6 mile 1200' gain trek, which has easy trails all the […]
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. Like others in our group, I just can't get enough of this area. (it's so unique and isolated).PAST EVENT THERE via a […]
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*** 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. *** Hike is waitlisted. For the time being, you must […] |
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. Edmund D. Edelman Park is located in Summit Valley at the head of Topanga Canyon. The 1500 ft. ridge at the north […] |
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 Come join me on Tuesday, March 23 for an intermediate evening hike! We will hike to the crest of the ridge to get a good workout and also some beautiful views. Beginners may have a difficult time due to the steepness, so do not say I did not warn you if you choose to attend! […] |
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 THE CAVE'S ENTRANCE BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. CASTLE PEAKJoin me on a task to storm the castle (Castle Peak) via two attempts in El Escorpion Park. […] |
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO During the spring time Colby Canyon is filled with wild flowers. It is a beautifull trail that swtichbacks several times through chaparral […] |
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 https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/california/santa-clara-divide-road-to-los-pinetos Hello Everyone! Okay time to get out and explore the Newhall/Santa Clarita area...This trail the locals call "The Beast" because it's a good up hill climb for a couple miles until it levels off. From there it's more gradual. The hike should take us to Los Pinetos peak weather towers. We will be following […]
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Waitlisted-limited -Prioritizing to those who I have hiked with this trail before and who I know for sure hikes at group's pace (Carmen's), follows CDC guidelines, s. distancing, wears a face covering The StatsDistance: 14Rating: 8/10Elevation Gain: 4000Trail: Mostly trail, with some fire road. NOT FOR BEGINNERS AND NO SWEEPERIntermediate and advanced hikers only Write […] |
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. A LOCAL, BUT A BIT OF A CHALLENGING TREK We'll do the regular Pentachaeta Trail loop plus some additional distance in order […]
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Enter the parking lot from the eastern driveway of missionary church on foothill. Just putting in some work. 5ish miles. We will be hiking the single track to the road T intersection. No overlook this time. Ez pz |
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https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/thorn-point Thorn Point is a 7.2 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Ojai, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until September. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept […] |
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. A LOCAL, BUT CHALLENGING TREK SHERWOOD'S SENTINEL - Stands guard over Lake Sherwood and Lake Eleanor with views of The Las Virgenes […] |
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 BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO Since we are living in the age of Covid, I am limiting this event to a max of 10 people due to […] |
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 So all you have been doing for months is getting outdoors and hiking & running. Let's do Big Iron! The Numbers:Distance: 14 miElevation Gain: 7200 ft, it's a doozy!Rating: 9/10Trail: Wear long pantsParking: Bridge to Nowhere trailhead and adventure Pass is required.Park at 6am for 6:10 departureGroup Size: 10-15. A bit depends on future covid […]
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 Hiking Plus Products: https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Plus/photos/31158821/ There is no event this specific day or time. I hope to be posting our events here on meetup, soon. |
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Scroll down to rsvpPRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING WHENEVER POSSIBLE, ESPECIALLY AT TRAIL HEAD AND BREAK SPOTS. WEAR A MASK OR FACE COVERING WHENEVER SOCIAL DISTANCING IS IMPOSSIBLE OR IMPRACTICAL. IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU BRING A FACE COVERING. BRING HAND SANITIZER IF YOU HAVE IT. Details This is a loop hike. From the Sycamore Campground parking […] |
Trail statistics are approximate. For safety purposes always assume they are underestimated. But don’t be disappointed if they are overestimated. Bring more water and snacks than you think you’ll need. Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly. The Organizers and members of Hiking With Dean are not professional leaders, guides, or mountaineers. The function of the member or organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who shows up for a trip/meetup (and their guest or guests) is responsible for his or her own safety. By attending a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you and any guests that you bring are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the Organizers, Members of the Hiking With Dean Meetup Group from and against any and all liability arising from your participation in the group activities per our ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND LIABILITY WAIVER and Section 6.2 of the Meetup.com Terms of Service. |
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