This is not an event, rather a call to action. One of our members, Jackie, will be taking donations of items and is also looking for volunteers to help the homeless in the downtown area. Please consider doing what you can to help. She is seeking the following donation items: 1. Warm clothing, jackets, sweaters, […]
Come on out and join your friends, make new ones, and dance to a great 80's band at one of our favorite places. 80's Invasion, led by Dirk Knight and Mony Mony, are a fun, high-energy act that does cool covers of everything 80's (with a little 70's and 90's mixed in sometimes.) They have […]
Do you need a break in your workweek? Does the thought of hiking along the beach and surrounding hills brighten your spirits? Then join us for the Playa Del Rey conditioning walk. The walk is 5 miles, 200 ft gain. Directions to meeting point: Go West on Culver Blvd, to Nicholson, turn Left (Note: Nicholson […]
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 […]
Let's head out to the famed Peace, Love, Joy arch at the Danielson. This out and back hike wanders through grasslands and chaparral from the Wendy trailhead, then climbs up Boney Mountain Trail for some fantastic views north to Port Hueneme and Oxnard and west toward the Pacific Ocean. If it’s a clear day we’ll […]
PLEASE NOTE: We will meet under the solar panels and NOT by the tennis courts. This hike is in addition to the longer hike on Tuesday, but we will be shorter and slower. Restrictions apply for your safety and ours: Don't show up unless you're on the "Attending" list Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned […]
5 miles, 500' gain, Beginner This hike is a great trail for beginners because all the elevation gain is distributed. It is a walk down a rolling fire road through a really cool canyon, and you will find no difficult or extended elevation climbs. This is one of my favorite trails for people new to […]
Solstice Canyon is the quintessential coastal canyon. The year-round stream provides ample water to support this 550-acre park’s numerous plant communities and a diverse wildlife population. You will love the natural beauty of Solstice Canyon, yet wildfires have left behind the architectural ruins of our recent past. During our trek we will pass remains of […]
Please bring a headlamp or flashlight. Wildwood Park in Thousand Oaks is one of the most versatile local parks there is, with 27 miles of trails skittering through rocky cliffs, cacti-filled desert environs, volcanic rock, riparian forest, and a cool, watery canyon. Highlights of the hike include waterfalls incorporating 40’ Paradise waterfalls along with a […]
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 […]
Overflow and earlier hikers: an 8:30 alternative to the Stagecoach Museum hike. Meet at the Rosewood sign, which is on the Regal Oak Ct. and Lynn Rd. intersection. The hike is about 5 miles with an elevation gain/loss approximately 900’. We'll walk a short distance on Lynn road to the lower Rosewood Trail, then take […]
Let’s do our Sulphur Mountain hike before winter rains muddy the track. This route ascends from the Girl Scout camp, through petroleum-scented oak forest, to cattle grazing ranch land at the top. We’ll have spectacular views of the Ojai Valley, Lake Casitas, and the mountains to the north. Lunch afterwards at Om Thai Cafe, just […]
As a local alternative to Steve’s hike in Ventura here is the option: This is a 4-5 mile out-and-back trip from Lynn Road to the Rosewood Trail to Angel Vista. We’ll park at the playfield near Stagecoach Inn and walk from Lynn Road on the lower Rosewood Trail, to the usual trailhead and then on […]
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 […]
We will be playing it by ear a bit, but we will be doing a hike that will be around 5 miles with 800-900 ft. of elevation gain. **You do not need to register on LetsGoOutside.org, but if is optional and you will be emailed extra details and a map. https://letsgooutside.org/activities/2023/12/16/wilderness-access-day-bommer-canyon-114/ Enjoy self-guided access in […]
PCT - Eagle Rock via Montezuma Valley Rd THIS IS A DAY HIKE Days: 3-4 hrs Milage: 9-10 MILES Elevation Gain: 1,070 ft Type of Trip: Day Hiking Difficulty: Moderate Location: ANZA BORREGO DESERT Starting Point: Montezuma Valley Rd Ending: Montezuma Valley Rd Location: 33°13'00.8"N 116°35'16.5"W GOOGLE MAPS TRAIL MAP Eagle Rock is a popular […]
Please join us for the Hiking Plus Annual Holiday Dinner. This is a sit down dinner with our Hiking Plus friends in a private room. Because of limited space, everybody initially goes on the waiting list. This is a reservation event. Please RSVP only if you plan on showing up at event time, and remove […]
We are going to be doing a different hike at the park, (not at the main park entrance). We are going to be starting at the Canyon View Staging Area. This hike is roughly 7 miles with relatively low elevation gain. The expectation is to definitely make it to Cave Rock and Dripping Cave. Hopefully […]
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