• YOSEMITE: Grand Canyon of the Toulumne River

    Yosetime National Park 9093 Village Dr, El Portal, CA, US

    More information to come. About 30 mile in 3 days. NOT for Beginners. Moderate to hard. Map Video of trail

  • TO BE SCHEDULED: Beginner’s Backpacking in San Diego

    Yosetime National Park 9093 Village Dr, El Portal, CA, US

    An introduction to backpacking, friendly for total beginners! If this is your first trip, or your 5th trip, you are more than welcome to attend if you have an interest in working on any of the following: How to choose a trail How to prepare How to use your gear How to filter water What […]

  • The Healing Power of Meditation

    Yosetime National Park 9093 Village Dr, El Portal, CA, US

    On Saturday, February 24th 5:30pm-7pm a very special speaker, Gen-la Kelsang Jampa will be giving a talk on The Healing Power of Meditation at the Kavli Theater located in the Performing Arts Center in Thousand Oaks, CA. Come and learn to Meditate and discover the benefit of a Mind of Inner Peace. Gen-la Jampa is […]

 

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.

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