O1 –Family hike and cookout on El Encanto Trail in the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument

Date: Sunday, September 11, 2016
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Presented by: Angeles Chp Little Hikers Comm and Forest Committee

Level: Easy
Location: 1898 Northview Ct, Azusa, CA 91702, USA
Sept 11, 2016 9 am -2 pm O1 –Family hike and cookout on El Encanto Trail in the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument How well do you know your forest and wilderness areas? The San Gabriel Mountains is LA’s Backyard and has rivers and forests to explore – Less than an hour away from you too! Anyone who wants to learn about this breathtaking ecosystem is invited to come on a hike Sunday September 11th to see why the San Gabriels are so special and why it’s important that underserved communities receive greater access to this recreational resource. Come on out and into the recently designated San Gabriel Mountains National Monument to renew your body and spirit on this beautiful outing. Families with children are welcome to participate on this easy hike along the El Encanto Trail near Azusa that’s about a 3 mi rt with minimal elevation gain. We will drive to the trailhead after we first tour the visitor center. The hike will include discussions about the National Monument and it's history as well as intro to the plants, and geology of the region, led by Roberto Morales. There will also be a discussion about water resources in these mountains as well as conservation. Upon return to the park, you can join us for a little barbecue with hotdogs and vegetarian options too, compliments of the National Sierra Club. Wear comfortable shoes, bring water and snacks. The hike is free and open to all. Interested? Contact Roberto Morales, (213) 387-6528 x213 or (818) 400-6340 Meet 9:00 a.m. at the visitor center/ranger station parking lot on Highway 39 in Azusa, about a half mile south of the Encanto Trail. 210 Frwy. Exit on Azusa Ave and go North (towards the mountains). Continue north on San Gabriel Cyn Rd. (Hwy 39) to visitor center on the right Or google: 1898 Northview Ct, Azusa, CA 91702 RAIN CANCELS Hike Leaders: Ginny, Silvia Organizer: Roberto Morales

O: Moonlight Hike above Descanso Gardens

Date:Saturday, June 18, 2016

Time:6:15 PM

Presented by:Crescenta Valley Group

Leader:Karen Buehler - 818-363-6216

karen.buehler2@gmail.com

Bettie Pearson - 818-951-1355

bettielpearson@aol.com

Level:Easy (O)Location:Descanso Motorway, La Canada, CA

Hike under the nearly full moon above Descanso Gardens in La Canada to Cerro Negro Lookout, 4 mi rt, 500' gain on good trails and fire roads. Bring "snacks" to share on the top overlooking the Crescenta Valley, Glendale and L.A. Well behaved, leashed pets OK. Children over 10 OK with adult. Meet 6:15 pm on the curve of Descanso Drive in La Canada just before the entrance to Descanso Gardens. For more info email Karen at Leader: Karen Buehler; co-leader Bettie Pearson

O: Little Hikers at Fairview Park :

Date: Saturday, June 18, 2016
Time: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Presented by: Angeles Chp Orange County Sirrans
Leader:
Donna Specht - 714-963-6345 donnaspecht@juno.com
Ana Juarez - 714-323-3627 ajcoyame@aol.com
Julie Garner - 714-335-1579 avtrix@sbcglobal.net
Houria Hall - 714-525-7400 houriazhall@yahoo.com
Level: Easy
Location: Fairview Park, Costa Mesa, CA, USA
Additional information
O: Little Big Hikers at Fairview Park: Join us for a 1 mile hike on the bluffs where our Native Americans used to roam. After hike, walk over the bridge for a free train ride courtesy OC Model Engineers. Newcomers, supervised children welcome. Meet 9:30 a.m, Fairview Park, Costa Mesa on Placentia between Adams and Victoria (405 Fwy to Harbor-south, right on Adams, left on Placentia , right after approximately 1/4 mile into the Fairview Park free parking lot). Bring water, snack, hat, jacket, sturdy shoes. Ldrs: Donna Specht, Julie Garner, Ana Juarez, Houria Hall

O: Quigley Canyon Open Space

Date: Saturday, May 21, 2016
Time: 6:30 PM
Presented by: Santa Clarita Valley Group
Leader:
Sandra Cattell - 661-259-0433 sumcatt@yahoo.com
Matthew Lax - 661-252-2393 matthewlax@juno.com
Level: Easy
Location: 21559 Cleardale St, Santa Clarita, CA 91321, USA
0: Easy 2-3 mile hike through Oaks and Grasslands in the heart of the Santa Clarita Valley. Possible chance for wildlife viewing at dusk. Excellent hike for newcomers and children in a beautiful setting in Newhall. Meet at trailhead. Exit on 13th St. off Railroad Ave. crossing the railroad tracks. 13th Street changes to Arch St. which then becomes Placerita. Continue on Placerita and take left on Quigley Canyon Rd.( after baseball diamond) and a right on Cleardale St. to trailhead parking. Bring water. Rain cancels.
Outing sponsored by the Santa Clarita Group of the Sierra Club . Sierra Club requires all participants to sign a liability waiver.
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O: Santa Clara East End River Hike


Date: Sunday, February 21, 2016

Time: 2:00 PM

Presented by: Santa Clarita Valley Sierra Club Group

Leader: Sandra Cattell - 661-259-0433 sumcatt@yahoo.com

Kate Okamoto - 661-288-7931 kate.okamoto@gmail.com

Level: EasyLocation: 16638-16656 Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91387, USA


O: 2-3 mile easy hike on the east side of the Santa Clara River. See what's happening to the riverbed on this side of Santa Clarita. Meet 2 PM at the Canyon Country ride share( corner of Sand Canyon/ Sierra Highway close to the Starbucks) Bring water. Suitable for Easy and Little hikers. Rain cancels.


All minors need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. All participants are required to sign a liability waiver.

O: Riley Wilderness Park Hike

Date: Saturday, December 12, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM
Presented by: Sierra Sage of SOC Group
Leader:
Michael Sappingfield - 949-768-3610 mikesapp@cox.net
Garry McCoppin - 714-269-5078 mccoppin@cox.net
Level: Easy
Location: Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park, 30952 Oso Parkway, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679, USA
A "Mike's Hike" Moderately paced 3.5 miles round trip, 200’ gain. Children 5 years and up with parent(s) are welcome. Enjoy the views from two different vista points as well as the walks through trees and meadows. Meet 9 am at parking lot in the Park at East end of Oso Parkway. Bring water, munchies, sturdy shoes. $3 parking fee. Recent rain cancels.

O: Family friendly hike in George F. Canyon in Palos Verdes

Date: Saturday, December 5, 2015
Time: 10:00 AM
Presented by: Angeles Chp Little Hikers Comm
Leader:
Elizabeth Neat - 310-241-0502 ean1948@gmail.com
Kathryn Stevens sparechange99@yahoo.com
Catherine Ronan cmronan@gmail.com
Level: Easy
Location: George F Canyon Preserve and Nature Center, 27305 Palos Verdes Dr E, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274, USA
Length: The hike is 2 miles round-trip, with very little elevation gain. (Not sure exactly) Bring: hat, comfortable, closed-toed shoes, water and snacks. Lunch is optional. Location: George F Canyon is located at 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates CA 90274 at the southwest corner of Palos Verdes Drive East and Palos Verdes Drive North. Meet in the parking lot at 9:50, in order to start the hike at 10:00 am. Dogs: Well-behaved dogs are welcome. They must be on leash at all times as required by LACC Section 10.32.010. Please clean up dog waste and pack out all litter. Dog waste bags are available at the trail head and at Quarter-Mile Bridge. Nature Center and Lunch (optional): The Nature Center will be open that day, from 10 am to 4 pm. You may choose to have a picnic lunch under the 'Learning Tree' and visit the nature center after the hike. All minors need to be accompanied by a parent/ or adult that has written permission from the parent. Sierra Club requires all participants sign a liability waiver.

O: Evening hike above La Canada

Date:Sunday, October 25, 2015

Time:6:30 PM

Presented by:Crescenta Valley Group

Leader:Joe Phillips - 818-348-8884

recreationbyjoe@yahoo.com

Kandace Kuwahara

cillywabbit@yahoo.com

Silvia Darie

Level:Moderate

Moderate paced 5 mi rt, 1200' gain on the Earl Cyn fire road on or near the full moon to enjoy the beautiful city lights, at the top water tank where the old "Leon" sign used to be. This old hike originated with dearly departed Sierra Club leader Julia Thomas many years ago. No beginners please, and no tigers ( very fast hikers) Meet 6:30 pm at Palm Crest School parking lot, 5025 Palm Dr, La Cañada. Dress to layer. Bring water, lugsoles, flashlight, goodies to share. Rain cancels. Leaders: Joe Phillips, Kandace Kuwahara, Silvia Darie Sierra Club requires all participants sign a liability waiver. Event suitable for older children accompanied by adults or legal guardians. Dogs on leash - OK

O: Newhall History HikeDate:Saturday, October 3, 2015

Time:9:00 AM

Presented by:Santa Clarita Valley Group

Leader:Sandra Cattell - 661-259-0433

sumcatt@yahoo.com

Kate Okamoto - 661-288-7931

kate.okamoto@gmail.com

Level:Easy (O)Location:24151 Newhall Avenue, Newhall, CA 91321, USA

O: Easy 300 ft. gain 3 mile hike thru Hart Park, Saugus Train Station, and historic downtown Newhall. See the local historic sights and wild bison. Meet 9 AM at Hart Park on Newhall Ave in downtown Newhall. Park on south side of animal enclosure. From the 14 Freeway exit at Newhall Ave and go north, Hart Park will be on the left after crossing the railroad tracks. Optional lunch at one of the local restaurants afterwards. Good hike for beginners and Little Hikers. Bring water and good walking shoes.



Hike is presented by Sierra Club, Sierra Club requires all participants sing a liability waiver.

O: Little Jimmy Backpacking (7500')

Date: Saturday, August 29, 2015 to Sunday, August 30, 2015
Time:
Presented by: Crescenta Valley Group
Leader:
Karen Buehler - 818-363-6216 karen.buehler2@gmail.com
Cathy Kissinger - 818-352-3361 ckissinger105@verizon.net
Level: Easy (O)
Easy backpacking trip from Islip Saddle (6593’) via Pacific Crest Trail, well-graded trail climbing through chaparral and then pines at Little Jimmy Campground (7500'), 2 1/4 miles one way. Pit toilets available at Campgrounds. After lunch, 2 mile RT day hike to Mt. Islip (8214’). Sunday we will hike out. Well-mannered dogs welcome. Minors are welcome too if accompanied by a parent or adult with written permission from parent. Send e-mail with contact info, experience, recent conditioning to Leader: Karen Buehler (karen.buehler2@gmail.com - 818-363-6216), Co-leader: Cathy Kissinger

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