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SUMMARY:I: Winter Bus Trip to Mammoth Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Resort ski or snowboard on Mammoth Mtn. Daily backcountry (BC) ski tours and leisurely paced snowshoe tours with the leaders. Cross-country ski (XC) on your own at Tamarack. Newcomers & non-skiers welcome. Tons of stuff to do in Mammoth in winter. Hotel in Mammoth Lakes\, double occupancy\, 2 beds/private bath\, close to shopping\, night life\, casual and fine dining\, free shuttles. Leave Orange County 2:00 pm\, Sylmar pick-up later. Return Orange County Sunday approx 10 pm. Includes bus\, lodging\, hotel breakfast\, Sunday dinner on bus. Drinks provided on the bus and on Saturday night for potluck Happy Hour. Lift tickets\, Tamarack trail passes\, and equipment rentals are NOT included. Register on-line with your email address\, phone\, cell phone\, pick up location (Orange County or San Fernando Valley). Please indicate your activity interest: BC ski touring\, BC snowshoeing\, resort skiing/riding\, XC track skiing. (NOTE: backcountry activities are strenuous. Contact leaders regarding minimum physical conditioning\, equipment required.) Then pay with Zelle to wastreasurer21@gmail.com OR send a check for $482 (with Sierra Club # or $502 for non-members) payable to Wilderness Adventures to our Reservationist: Carol Tucker\, 3166 S Sepulveda Blvd Unit 14 Los Angeles\, CA 90034-4223 (hikergirl50@yahoo.com). Ask about transportation or lodging-only costs. Co-sponsored with OCSS. Leader: Mark Mitchell. Asst BC Ski Leader: Mark Fleming. BC Snowshoe Leaders: Sherry Ross and Kent Schwitkis. \nTo come on the trip\, do not just RSVP on Meetup. You must register here: \nhttps://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po0000190XYJIA2
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/i-winter-bus-trip-to-mammoth-mountain/
LOCATION:Bouquet Canyon Road\, Bouquet Canyon Rd\, Santa Clarita\, CA\, US
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SUMMARY:Mt. McDill Loop (Lincoln Crest → McDill → Sierra Pelona Motorway)
DESCRIPTION:Hike Leader: Gary S. (Looking for Sweep volunteers) \nThis hike is part of my ongoing search for lesser-traveled local routes. It’s not flashy\, but it delivers: wide-open mountain scenery\, big views\, a solid conditioning workout\, and a good chance of wildlife and February wildflowers. And no people! When Paul and I pre-hiked it in late summer\, we didn’t see a single other person. \nThis is a moderate\, steady-paced conditioning hike\, not a race. We’ll move efficiently but comfortably\, take time to enjoy the views\, and keep the group together. A sweep will be present\, and so if you do lag behind a bit\, we’ll understand! If you’re a speedster\, and wish to hike at breakneck speed\, please do NOT sign up for this hike. We’ll take a more moderate pace that everyone is comfortable with. \nThe route starts at Lincoln Crest near the highest point (the crest) of Bouquet Canyon Road. We begin at ~3\,560 ft\, climbing a gated service road before transitioning to the original McDill single-track. After steady climbing through chaparral and mahogany\, we reach the Sierra Pellona Motorway (dirt road) and continue to Mt. McDill (5\,135 ft)\, where we’ll take a break\, hopefully find more deer\, enjoy the views\, and possibly sign the summit register. \nViews include Grass Mountain\, Mojave and Tehachapi peaks\, Leona Valley\, Lancaster\, Agua Dulce/Acton\, and glimpses of Mt. Pacifico\, Mt. Gleason\, and Baden-Powell. \nThe return includes a steep\, eroded\, and slippery downhill section on a non-maintained trail. Trekking poles and boots with good tread are strongly recommended. We’ll take this section slowly and carefully. \nThis is not a well-known trail\, but how often do you find a good local hike nearby that you haven’t hiked before? Check it out! \nStats: \n\nDistance: 6.5 miles\nElevation gain: ~1\,565 ft\nTime: 4 – 4.5 hours including snack time\nDifficulty: Solid **3.5 (**Intermediate: 5-10 miles\, 1000-2000 feet elevation gain with some challenging climbs and one tougher downhill section)\nExposure: Mostly exposed; expect wind and cooler temps\, wear layers\nAdventure Pass: Required\n\nWildlife note: On our pre-hike (on a very warm summer day)\, we saw multiple rattlesnakes\, horned lizards\, deer\, and other wildlife. Also plenty of interesting rocks and rock formations for fellow rockheads. \nMeet: 8:15 AM for a 8:30 AM sharp start\nTrailhead (Lincoln Crest area of Bouquet Canyon Road – near the highest point of Bouquet Cyn Road before it descends down towards Lake Elizabeth Road). Park along the road; leave nothing visible in your car. \n\nGPS: 34.58645\, -118.30547\nWhat3Words Map and Navigation (click this link)\n\nGetting There: \n\n~35 minutes north of Santa Clarita up Bouquet Canyon Rd\nFrom Antelope Valley: Lake Elizabeth Rd → south on Bouquet Canyon Road ~3.2 miles just past the Angeles Forest sign (at the peak)\n\nBring: Trekking poles\, lunch/snacks\, minimum 2L water (include electrolytes)\, layers\, hat\, sunscreen\, camera\, good hiking boots/shoes with good tread. This is a fully exposed hike\, so definitely watch the weather and wear layers if it’s cold and/or windy! \nFacilities: No bathrooms or nearby services \nDogs: Not recommended due to narrow trails\, the possibility of rattlesnakes and the steep\, eroded descent \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY – IMPORTANT\, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:\nWhen you sign up for this event\, you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group\, hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event\, you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events\, you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. If you sign up for this hike\, you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities. \nThe Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike)\, or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/mt-mcdill-loop-lincoln-crest-%e2%86%92-mcdill-%e2%86%92-sierra-pelona-motorway/
LOCATION:Bouquet Canyon Road\, Bouquet Canyon Rd\, Santa Clarita\, CA\, US
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SUMMARY:Griffith Park and LA River Loop ride
DESCRIPTION:We did this one recently with Jim and it was so great we really need to do it again. This trip will have a different lunch destination. \nWe meet up in the parking lot near the Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round. We proceed south on Crystal Springs Drive into the suburban hills above Los Feliz Blvd and then make our way near the Greek Theater onto the (car closed) paved Vista Del Valle Drive that snakes up into the hills. Vista Del Valle takes us past Cedar Grove\, the Helipad\, Bee Rock\,\nthe Griffith Observatory\, the Haunted Picnic Table\, Cathy’s Corner\, Royce’s Canyon and finally down to Griffith Park Drive. We wind our way to Crystal Springs Drive and head north to the LA River for a sojourn down the dedicated bike path taking us to the Los Feliz Cafe for lunch before returning to our cars. \nMake sure you bring along a spare inner tube. \nMEETUP LOCATION AND TIME: 10am. In Griffith Park at Parking Lot #1 just above and south of the Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round. \nPARKING FEE: Free \nRIDE WITH GPS ROUTE:\nROUTE (ALLTRAILS) \nDISTANCE: 26 miles. The route says 21 because it doesn’t include the side trip to the Griffith Observatory. \nELEVATION GAIN: 1650 feet \nLUNCH: The Los Feliz Cafe – we’ll be biking to it. \nTHE PACE: No faster than the slowest in the group \nDURATION: 4 hours \nLEVEL: Advanced Beginner Ebiker \nTERRAIN: Road bike lanes\, dedicated bike paths\, low volume traffic roads \nRESTROOMS: Restroom at the start (next to the Merry-Go-Round) and then one is available at about 13 miles into our route. \nMY CELL # IS: 818-307-6460 \nPLEASE make sure your bike is in working order before attending. \nDISCLAIMER & SAFETY NOTICE – Group Bike Ride\nBy participating in this ride—or any event organized by the “E Biking LA County and Beyond Meetup Group” —YOU (all riders\, event attendees) voluntarily assume all risks associated with outdoor activity\, including but not limited to injury\, illness\, equipment failure\, road hazards\, weather and possible vehicle/bike — bike/bike — accidents and/or death.\nYou agree to release the leaders\, the organizer\, from any and all liability\, claims\, or demands arising from participation.\nThe leaders for the “E Biking LA County and Beyond Meetup Group” are not a certified outdoor\, fitness or biking guide\, and you are solely responsible for your personal safety and preparedness.
URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/griffith-park-and-la-river-loop-ride/
LOCATION:Bouquet Canyon Road\, Bouquet Canyon Rd\, Santa Clarita\, CA\, US
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