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Into the Wild; Permit Systems Demystified

Sports Basement Kalama River Avenue 10800, Fountain Valley, CA, United States

If you love hiking, backpacking, and camping, but find yourself constrained by the overwhelming and mysterious permitting system, then we are here to help. In this class, we'll talk about permits for: * National Parks and Forests (Recreation.com) * CA State Parks * Backcountry vs car camping permits * Local camping opportunities * Six month […]

Get the Gear! Hiking, backpacking, and Camping Essentials

Sports Basement Kalama River Avenue 10800, Fountain Valley, CA, United States

Everything you need to get started or refine your kit. Having trouble deciding what shoes, backpack, or hydration system is best for you? We'll show you the pros and cons of various options and demonstrate tried and tested gear to help you make great selections. We'll identify must haves, nice to haves, thing worth investing […]

 

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.