WEEKLY REOCCURRING OUTINGS AND FITNESS ACTIVITIES
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MON 6:00 PM RIVERSIDE MT. RUBIDOUX ONE HOUR FITNESS WALK
MEET: Ninth Street entrance to Mt. Rubidoux. INFO: Judy Smith 951-369-5117. SAN GORGONIO SINGLES
WED 7:00 PM MOJAVE GROUP CONDITIONING WALK
MEET: Victor Valley Museum every Wednesday except second Wednesday of each month. Walks are paced for participants. Enjoy the evening air, river breeze, sunsets, starts and moon on a 3-mile walk around Jess Ranch and along the Mojave River. Call Bill Spreng 760-951-4520 <bspreng@gte.net> or Jenny Wilder 760-220-0730 <jensoasis@aol.com> MOJAVE GROUP
APR 1 – APR 6
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APR 4-6 (FRI-SUN) CULP VALLEY, ANZA BORREGO SP CAR CAMP
Culp Valley, in the Upper Sonoran plant zone, is our base for a hike down the old California Riding and Hiking Trail to Borrego Valley 3000 feet below. We'll be see a variety of plants on the way. On shorter hikes we'll visit local springs: we'll see effects of water sources on plant life and check recovery from a 2002 fire. Primitive campground. OK for passenger cars. You may arrive on Friday or Saturday. CALL LEADER, BILL ENGS, 909-338-1910. MOUNTAINS GROUP
APR 5 (SAT) 8:30 AM SANTA ROSA PLATEAU HIKE
Spring is the best time to see the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Preserve. Wildflowers are in bloom, grass is green and vernal pools may even have some water if we get decent rains. Join me on this easy to moderate hike, 7-10 miles RT, depending on the group, with a 800’ max elevation gain. We will start at the trailhead near the vernal pools, hike to the historic adobe, then on through oak woodlands, riparian areas and rolling hills. MEET at 8:30 AM at Ontario Mills parking lot near Dave and Busters. For those of you in the Elsinore to Temecula areas, we will meet up at the Visitor Center in the Preserve at 9:15 AM BRING: water, snacks and lunch, sturdy shoes and layers. Rain cancels. Leader: Mary Ann Ruiz, 909-815-9379 or ruizmaryann@gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
APR 5 (SAT) 9:00 AM “YOUTH IN THE DESERT” HIKE
This hike is one of a series that is geared to be of interest to youth and a responsible adult (parent, aunt, uncle, grandparent etc.) We will be hiking on the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. This trail zig-zags its way 2650 miles from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington. We will section hike the historical Horse Thief Canyon. This is open to children of all ages, as long as they can hike a distance of approx 6 miles. The terrain is mostly flat, with some slight hill climbs. We will spend the day exploring, looking for wildlife and native plants. This is a great hike for beginner hikers/children. We’ll meet at Apple Valley Museum at 9:00 am, and car pool to hike location. Bring sturdy hiking boots, lunch & snacks, 2 liters of water, hat, layered clothing. Please call to register Melody Nichols (760) 963-4430 or email at Labelady@msn.com . Rain/windy foul weather cancels hike. Please call if weather is questionable. MOJAVE GROUP
APR 5-7 SAT-MON BIRDS, FLOWERS, FENCES IN THE CARRIZO SERVICE
This is an opportunity to visit and to assist an outstanding and relatively unknown national monument. On Saturday, we will assist monument staff in the removal of fence wires to allow pronghorn antelope freer access to the range. Sunday is reserved for sightseeing. The views from the Caliente Mountains are spectacular; if rain has been sufficient, there will be spring flowers; and the monument is known for the number and variety of raptors present. Those who can stay on Monday will continue our work with the monument staff. Contact leader Craig Deutsche, 310-477-6670, or deutsche@earthlink.net CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
APR 6 (SUN) 8 AM CEDAR SPRINGS TO SPITLER PEAK TRAIL HIKE
This moderate-to-strenuous 13-mile hike in the San Jacinto Mountains will require a car shuttle. We will start from the Cedar Springs Trailhead (off Hwy 74/Morris Ranch Road) and hike northeast for about 1.5 miles until we reach the PCT and then we’ll take the PCT north for about 7 miles (along the way we’ll summit Spitler Peak). When we reach the Spitler Peak Trail, we will take it down to its trailhead( approximately 5 miles) where our car shuttle will be parked off Apple Canyon Road. CALL or EMAIL for meeting place to carpool. LEADER: JOHN KUNTZ 951-347-2454 or jkuntz@earthlink.net SAN GORGONIO SIERRA SINGLES
APR 7 – APR 13
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APR 8 (TUE) 8:00 AM SANTA ANA RIVER TO CRAM/MORTON PKS HIKE
This 12-mile round trip hike has a 2800 ft elevation gain. Great views of the Santa Ana River drainage. Bring water layered clothing and hiking boots. We will meet at the Von's parking lot in Big Bear Lake at 8:00 AM and Mill Creek Ranger Station at 9:00. Please call to confirm. LEADER: ED WALLACE 909 584 9407 BIG BEAR GROUP
APR 8 (TUE) 9:00 AM SB MTS, EXPLORATION TRAIL HIKE
The Exploration Trail was constructed by the young people of the Children's Forest in 2002. The vegetation and the views change constantly as we hike to the top and back. Distance: 9 miles RT. Elevation gain and loss: 1,500 feet. BRING: 2 qts. water, lunch and ten essentials. WEAR: Hiking boots. CALL LEADER, BILLIE WOLFF, 909-338-2534 for meeting place. MOUNTAINS GROUP
APR 12-13 (SAT-SUN) BIRDS AND BEAT THE TAMARISK SERVICE TRIP
Help remove invasive salt cedar from the wetlands along the shore of Owens Lake at the base of the spectacular eastern Sierra Nevada scarp. While we will work both days, there will be time to enjoy the birds and scenic attractions. We'll car camp at Diaz Lake just south of Lone Pine where birds congregate and also watch the migratory birds on the re-watered part of the Owens Lake. We can also visit the new Lone Pine Film History Museum and Manzanar N.M. Bring camping essentials (though motels are close), food, water, work clothes and gloves. Plan on a happy hour and potluck dinner on Saturday evening. Resource specialist: Mike Prather. For more information and to sign up for trip contact leaders: Cal and Letty French, 14140 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Prefer e-mail ccfrench@tcsn.net SANTA LUCIA CHAP/CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
APR 12-13 (SAT-SUN) WIND WOLVES, TEJON RANCH CARCAMP/HIKING
Enjoy pine forests and the picturesque high country of our San Emigdio Range and the grasslands of Wind Wolves. We will be immersing ourselves into an environment that is very similar to Tejon Ranch, by visiting the Wind Wolves Preserve. We will tour the proposed development areas, as well as the highly unique areas within Wind Wolves and climb an unnamed peak (5152’). We may see deer, elk, raptors, flowers, rock art, more. Take time to learn from our naturalists about the fauna and flora, help us plan the next stages in our goal to create a new state or national park. Lots of driving. Some easy hiking. We'll carcamp at Wind Wolves for one night, so bring your best potluck items, ideas (become an integral part of the campaign). Group size limited to 30. Esase/sase, phones, rideshare to Ldr: Kent Schwitkis. schwitkii@earthlink.net, 4514 Lenore St.,Torrance, CA 90503, (310-540-5558) Naturalist/Co-Ldr: Sherry Ross Angeles Chapter - Tejon-Tehachapi Park Task Force; Hundred Peaks and Natural Science Sections; Santa Clarita, Palos Verdes-South Bay, and Long Beach Groups
APR 14– APR 20
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APR 16 (WED) 9:00 AM JACOBY CANYON HIKE
Moderate 6-mile descent into Jacoby Canyon from the Lucky Baldwin Mine, with about a 700 ft elevation change. There will be a scenic mixture of pine and chaparral vegetation. Bring sturdy boots, water, snacks and layered clothing. National Forest Adventure Passes will be required for drivers. We will meet at Vons parking lot in BBL at 9am. LEADER: DICK BANKS 909-866-9232. BIG BEAR GROUP
APR 19 (SAT) 8:00 AM PCT FROM COON CREEK HIKE
Come hike along the PCT from Coon Creek Jumpoff at rd. (1N02) to Broom Flat Rd. (2N01). 9 miles... Moderate/Easy.... some elevation gain/loss. Bring 2 to 3qts. of water, sturdy boots and lunch. Meet at Von's parking lot in Big Bear at 8:00am. For more info. call leader Terrence McCorkle at (760) 252-2194 or (760) 412-1683 (cell) or email: oldhikerdude@verizon.net MOJAVE GROUP
APR 20 (SUN) 7AM WARNER SPRINGS TO INDIAN FLATS CG ROAD HIKE
This is an easy day hike of 9.2 miles RT with a 600' elevation gain. The PCT travels through a stretch of high desert back country terrain. We might encounter backpackers on their way to Canada. Call for meeting place. Leader: Joe Whyte 909-949-0899 or whytejoe@msn.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
APR 20 (SUN) 6 PM MOONLIGHT HIKE HIKE
Come hike in the foothills for several hours by moonlight. Hike is conversationally paced. Between 4 and 5 miles RT with a 800' elevation gain. MEET: North parking lot of PFF Bank, Claremont, at NE corner of Indian Hill and Foothill Blvds or at the trailhead. BRING: jacket, flashlight, water, snack to share mid-hike [optional], and wear sturdy shoes/boots. Rain cancels. Leaders: Patty and David Thorne. LOS SERRANOS GROUP
APR 21 – APR 30
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APR 22 (TUE) 9:30 AM PCT FROM RT 18 TO HOLCOMB VLY RD HIKE
An easy 4-mile round trip hike with little elevation gain. Great views of the desert as we wind our way along this portion of the Pacific Crest Trail and loop back to our starting point with a easy cross country jaunt Bring water layered clothing and hiking boots. We will meet at the Von's parking lot in Big Bear Lake at 9:30 AM. Please call to confirm. LEADER: ED WALLACE 909 584 9407 BIG BEAR GROUP
APR 24 (THU) 6:30 PM DINNER ON THE TOWN DINNER
Meet for another enjoyable social evening with dinner at the newly opened Cafe Montclair, 10220 Central Avenue, Montclair, which has been re-opened by a chef from the famous Mission Inn. Join us to try out a new locally owned eatery that has so far received good reviews. Leader: Mary Ann Ruiz 909-815-9379 or ruizmaryann @ gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
APR 26 (SAT) 8:00 AM SANTA ANA RIVER BOTTOM BIRD WALK
MEET: Sierra Club office, 4079 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside. Bill will guide you to the birds. Breakfast at local restaurant after walk (optional). LEADER: BILL ENGS 909-338-1910. MOUNTAINS GROUP/NAT SCI
APR 26 (SAT) 8AM BIG MORONGO & INFAMOUS "GREEN" PATH HIKE
Here's the chance to combine a scenic tour of the BLM Big Morongo Area of Critical Environmental Concern with learning more about a serious threat to our desert. Have you heard of the notorious "Green Path North" Los Angeles power line project proposed through sensitive desert areas Riverside and SB Counties? We'll drive and hike the part of this project that traverses Little Morongo Canyon, possibly seeing resident bighorn sheep. Moderate loop hike, with some scrambling around a small waterfall, approx 8 mi RT, 1500 elev gain. BRING lunch, 2 qts water, layers. MEET call JOAN TAYLOR 760-778-1101 for info. High clearance vehicle needed. TAHQUITZ GROUP
APR 26-27 (SAT-SUN) 11:00 AM SB MTS, KELLER HUT GATHERING
Join us for our Spring Gathering at Keller Hut for group meals, hikes, bird and nature walk, games, and conversation. BRING food for the weekend including a dish (salad, desert or main dish) to feed six for a potluck dinner on Saturday. We furnish hot beverages and table service. We will provide breakfast on Sunday. For information call Overseer, MARGARET SPIESS, 909-867-9152. MOUNTAINS GROUP
APR 30 (WED) 9:00 AM COUGAR CREST TRAIL TO BERTHA PK HIKE
This is a 6-mile hike, moderate up Cougar Crest Trail and the PCT, followed by a short, but more difficult, ascent to Bertha Peak summit at 8500 ft above sea level. There you will have a 360-degree view of the Bear Valley, Holcomb Valley and Mojave Desert, making the extra effort well worth it. Sturdy boots and layered clothing will help deal with the changing terrain and altitude. Also bring plenty of water and snacks. We will meet at Vons parking lot in BBL at 9am. LEADER: DICK BANKS 909-866-9232. BIG BEAR GROUP
MAY 1 – MAY 11
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MAY 3 (SAT) 7:00 AM YOUTH IN THE DESERT – JUNIPER FLATS HIKE
We will explore the importance of desert riparian areas in Arrastre Canyon for wildlife as well as an attraction for humans. Youth in the Desert Hikes are open to youth of all ages, as long as they can hike a distance of approx 6 miles and they have a responsible adult with them. The terrain is hilly and may be strenuous for some. We will take our time to rest and explore, making it an all day event. In addition to riparian areas there are large boulders (including a water cave) and lovely views of the valley. MEET: Apple Valley Museum at 7:00 am, and car pool/caravan to the trailhead. BRING: Sturdy hiking boots, lunch & snacks, at least 2 liters of water, hat, layered clothing. CONTACT: Jenny Wilder to register JensOasis@aol.com or 780-220-0730 or Melody Nichols Labelady@msn.com (760) 963-4430 Rain/windy foul weather cancels hike. MOJAVE GROUP
MAY 3 (SAT) 9:00 AM SB MTS, HERE AND NOW HIKE HIKE
While on this moderate hike, we will focus on what is around us at the moment; sights and sounds of the forest, and our reactions to them. While on the trail, by talking about only what we see, hear and experience, we should be able to better appreciate what is out there. We will hike the North Shore Trail to Little Bear Creek. Distance: 5 miles RT. Elevation loss and gain: 600 feet. WEAR: hat and boots. BRING: water, snacks and lunch. CALL: LEADER, BILL ENGS, 909-338-1910 for MEETING PLACE. MOUNTAINS GROUP
MAY 3 (SAT) PICTOGRAPH/“GREEN” PATH HIKE
Would you like to see some of what we'll be losing up here in the hi desert once the proposed "Greenpath Transmission Lines" are in place? This could be your only opportunity to experience the ambience of these two little known archaeology sites that are within the boundaries of this environmentally destructive project. But get out your hiking boots, a couple liters of water, lunch and decide for yourself just how green "greenpath" is. Email Ann and Al Murdy for time and meeting place. aemurdy@eee.org or call 760-366-2932. TAHQUITZ GROUP
MAY 4 (SUN) 8:30 AM ICEHOUSE CANYON SADDLE HIKE
Spring in Icehouse Canyon – the water is high, the Columbines are in bloom and it’s a nice walk up to the saddle. MEET at 8:30 AM at Indian Hill and Foothill in Claremont, PFF Bank parking lot. Wear hiking, layers, bring 2 qts. Water, snacks, lunch, and your camera. Leader: Mary Ann Ruiz, 909-815-9379. LOS SERRANOS GROUP
MAY 6 (TUE) 8:30 AM HWY 18 TO BEAR CREEK HIKE
A strenuous 8mile hike with 2000 ft elevation loss and gain. This hike takes us to the bottom of woodsy Bear Creek canyon. We will lunch in the shade along side babbling Bear Creek. BRING: 2 quarts of water, snacks, hat, layered clothing, hiking boots. Met at Von’s parking lot in Big Bear Lake at 8:30 am. For information call hike leader. LEADER: Ed Wallace (909) 584-9407 BIG BEAR GROUP
**MAY 8 (THU) 8:30 AM GOLD MOUNTAIN HIKE
This is a Peaks of Big Bear hike. Hikes to the five major peaks overlooking the Big Bear Valley will be made at least twice during the 2008-hiking season. Those reaching all five peaks will be given a patch commemorating the effort. Moderate 6 to 8-mile hike to the peak of Gold Mountain and return, with a 1000 – 1200-foot altitude gain. We will access our destination from one of two 4WD trails, from either highway 18 or Holcomb Valley Road. BRING: 2 quarts of water, snacks, sturdy hiking boots, layered clothing and protection from the sun. MEET: Von’s Parking lot at 8:30 AM. Adventure passes may be required for drivers. For information and registration contact LEADER: Dick Banks at 909-866-9232. BIG BEAR GROUP
MAY 10 (SAT) 8:00 AM PCT – SILVERWOOD LAKE TO I-15 HIKE
Come join us for an easy 10 mile hike on the PCT from Hwy 138 at Silverwood Lake to Interstate 15 in the Cajon Pass. We will hike along the PCT thru Oak and Pinion shrubs with views of Oak Hills and Hesperia. Minimal elevation gain/loss. Bring 2-3 qts of water, sturdy boots and lunch/snacks. MEET: McDonald's restaurant parking lot in the Cajon Pass. We will then shuttle to Silverwood Lake area. CONTACT: Leader: Terrence McCorkle at (760) 252-2194 oldhikerdue@verizon.net or Co-leader: Melody Nichols at (760) 963-4430 labelady@msn.com MOJAVE GROUP
MAY 10 (SAT) 9:00 AM SNOW VALLEY FOREST CLEAN-UP SERVICE
Annual Snow Valley area clean-up. Please help us clean up the mess left by our snow-play visitors throughout the winter. MEET: Snow Valley Ski area gate at 9:00. BRING: Gloves, trash bags, sun screen and water. We will haul the bags to the dump. LEADER: Chris Cook 909-878-4524 BIG BEAR GROUP
MAY 10-11 (SAT-SUN) NAVIGATION NOODLE IN THE MOJAVE NP COURSE
Join us for our fifth annual journey through this jewel of the Mojave now preserved, under the California Desert Protection Act, as a result of the efforts of Sierra Club activists and others. An intermediate cross-country navigation day-hike workshop will be conducted out of a car camp in the pinyon and juniper forests of the Mid Hills. Potluck and social on Saturday, and also for those arriving early on Friday. Send email (preferred) or sase along with your navigation experience to: Leader: Harry Freimanis, hfreimanis@ca.rr.com, 8041 Redford Lane, La Palma CA 90623 (714) 236-9266 Assistant: Virgil Shields, vshields@alumni.caltech.edu, (818) 637-2542. ANGELES CHAPTER/CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
MAY 12 – MAY 18
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MAY 17 (SAT) 8:00 AM S B MTS, LAKE GREGORY SPRING BIRD WALK
MEET: South Shore parking lot, just east of the water slide. See new spring arrivals and year 'round residents as we walk around the lake. Optional breakfast afterward. LEADER, BILL ENGS, 909-338-1910. MOUNTAINS GROUP
MAY 17 SAT LONE PINE LAKE HIKE
Join us on a moderate but peppy-paced, 6 mi rt hike from Whitney Portal (8,360’) to spectacular Lone Pine Lake (9,980’). Bring 3 liters of water, lunch, lugsoles, chocolate and 10 essentials. Group sized limited. To participate, RSVP to Karen 626-577-2039 or justread2@aol.com. Provisional Ldr: Karen Muehlberger. Check-off Ldr: Lygeia Gerard. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
MAY 17-18 SAT-SUN LONE PINE LAKE, & MANZANAR CARCAMP/HIKE
Join us at our beautiful creekside camp near the Alabama Hills/Lone Pine. On Sat, we'll hike a moderate 6 mi rt, 1600' gain from Whitney Portal to beautiful Lone Pine Lake, followed by Happy Hour, a potluck feast and campfire. On Sun, we'll caravan to Manzanar, the WWII Japanese internment camp to visit the museum with its moving tribute to the internees held there during the war. Group size strictly limited. Send $8 per person (Sierra Club), 2 SASE, H&W phones, email, rideshare info to Ldr: Lygeia Gerard, P.O. Box 294726, Phelan, CA 92329; (760) 868-2179. Provisional hike leader: Karen Muehlberger, (626) 577-2039. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
MAY 17-18 (SAT-SUN) JOHNS MEADOW TRAIL CAMP BACKPACK
This 8-mile round trip backpack in the San Gorgonio Wilderness provides an early condition trip and is suitable for those that would like to try backpacking for the first time. Backpacks and some tents available on a first come first serve bases. For first timers we will schedule a pre trip meeting. Space is limited. Call leader LEADER: ED WALLACE 909 584 9407 or CO-LEADER BILLIE WOLFF 909-338-2534 BIG BEAR GROUP
MAY 17-18 (SAT-SUN) TWO DAYHIKES IN THE PANAMINTS CARCAMP
Join us as we explore higher desert trails near Death Valley in the Panamint Mountains. The first day will be a hike (2550 feet gain, 7 miles RT) up Wildrose Peak, and the second will be a longer walk (2900 feet gain, 13 miles RT) up Telescope peak. While it will be hot and hectic at lower elevations, we should enjoy quiet and long views. Carcamping may include the civilized amenities, and Saturday evening will be a potluck meal. Limit 12 participants. Leader: Craig Deutsche, deutsche@earthlink.net, or 310-477-6670. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
MAY 18 (SUN) 3:00 PM FULL MOON HOLCOMB VALLEY HIKE
"Try And Catch The Full Moon Holcomb Valley Gold Fever Trail" Hike Series. Hike #1 of 4. William F. Holcomb you ask? The largest Southern California Gold Rush ever! The 'almost' full moon rises at 7:02 pm and we should catch it near the end of our hike. From Holcomb Valley Campground we backtrack 2. 5 miles to the 1st Marker of the trail, ”Holcomb Valley View Trail” and enjoy the view. Traveling back into the valley, we reach Marker #2 “Last Chance Placer”, remnants of placer mining. Elevation gain of 240 feet, covering 5 miles, and our travel time should be 3 to 4 hours. After the hike, we will go to B’s Backyard B-B-Q for dinner and drinks. Bring water, snacks, hiking shoes, layered clothing for the evening, and a flashlight or headlamp. MEET: Von¹s parking lot in Big Bear Lake at 3pm. For information call leader. LEADER: Robbie Bos at 909-866-5006. BIG BEAR GROUP
MAY 18 (SUN) 6 PM MOONLIGHT HIKE HIKE
Come hike in the foothills for several hours by moonlight. Hike is conversationally paced. Between 4 and 5 miles rt, 800' elevation gain. MEET: North parking lot of PFF Bank, Claremont, at NE corner of Indian Hill and Foothill Blvd. or at the trailhead. BRING: jacket, flashlight, water, snack to share mid-hike [optional], and wear sturdy shoes/boots. Rain cancels. Leaders: Patty and David Thorne. LOS SERRANOS GROUP
MAY 19 – MAY 25
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**MAY 22 (THU) 8:30 AM DELAMAR PEAK HIKE
This is a Peaks of Big Bear hike. Hikes to the five major peaks overlooking the Big Bear Valley will be made at least twice during the 2008-hiking season. Those reaching all five peaks will be given a patch commemorating the effort. Moderate 6 to 7-mile round-trip hike on the PCT from Polique Canyon Road to the access trail to Delamar Peak, followed by a moderate to difficult, but short climb to the peak from there. BRING: Water, snacks, boots and clothing appropriate to conditions at the time of the hike. MEET: Von’s parking lot at 8:30 AM. Drivers must display adventure passes. Contact leader for information and registration. LEADER: Dick Banks at 909-866-9232. BIG BEAR GROUP
MAY 23-26 (FRI-MON) MEMORIAL DAY AT ASILOMAR BUS TRIP
Spend 4 days and 3 nights at Alilomar Conference Center on the beautiful Monterey Peninsula overlooking the Pacific Ocean in non-smoking upgraded historic accommodations. Explore historic Monterey including the world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium (optional $22.95 or $20.95 Sr.) Possible wine tasting excursion. Visit and hike Big Sur and Point Lobos State Parks and beautiful Hwy 1 art galleries. Enjoy evening entertainment and camaraderie. Heated pool available. Cost is $460 SC or $495 non-Sierra Club members through 4/21/08. After 4/21/08 cost is $485/$520. This covers the bus, all gratuities, three nights as Asilomar (2-3 to a room), all entrance fees, and all meals except one lunch. After 4/21/08, $100 cancellation penalty. No refund of balance unless suitable replacement found. Send two large self-addressed stamped envelopes with phones and e-mail address, check for full amount due plus optional aquarium fee payable to Wilderness Adventures. Mail to: Bobbie Peyser, 1130 9th St., Unit 5, Santa Monica, CA 90403. LEADERS: Art & Bobbie Peyser 310-395-7354 hikersaandb@earthlink.net. ASST LEADER: Billie Wolff 909-338-2534 bwolffer1@charter.net. ANGELES CHAPTER WILDERNESS ADVENTURES SECTION
MAY 24-26 (SAT-MON) EXPLORE WOVOKA (PROPOSED NEVADA WA) CARCAMP
Just east of the Sweetwater Mountains and north of Bridgeport on the California-Nevada border are the Pine Grove Hills and the newly proposed Wovoka Wilderness Area. Memorial Day carcamp to explore this beautiful area, which includes eleven miles of the East Fork of the Walker River Includes a hike towards (and hopefully to) the high point, Bald Mountain (9544 ft.) Central commissary. Contact Vicky, (415)977-5527, vicky.hoover@sierraclub.org. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
MAY 25 – JUN 1
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**MAY 29 (THU) 8:30 AM GRAY’S PEAK TRAIL HIKE
This is a Peaks of Big Bear hike. Hikes to the five major peaks overlooking the Big Bear Valley will be made at least twice during the 2008-hiking season. Those reaching all five peaks will be given a patch commemorating the effort. Hike is moderate/difficult, 7 miles, 1120 ft. elevation gain. The trailhead is located on the west side of Hwy. 38, 0.6 miles west of Fawnskin, across from the Grout Bay picnic area. Adventure pass required. Join us at 8:30am at the trailhead for fantastic views of big Bear Valley and beyond. BRING: 2-3 quarts of water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, layered clothing and good hiking boots. For information call hike leader. LEADER: Ed Wallace (909) 584-9407. BIG BEAR GROUP
MAY 30-JUN 1 (FRI-SUN) LONE PINE/ALABAMA HILLS CAR CAMP
Alabama Hills and Lone Pine Car camp. May 30 to June 1.Camping at Tuttle Creek Campground. Saturday, hike to 9,850' Lone Pine Lake from Whitney Portal. 5 miles round trip 1500' elevation gain and rated moderate. Pot luck Saturday night. Sunday, explore the Alabama Hills. Limit 8- 10 vehicles. CONTACT: Leader, Bill Spreng, 760 951 4520. bspreng@verizon.net. Co- Leader, Melody Nichols, 760 963 4430. labelady@msn.com MOJAVE GROUP
JUN 2 – JUN 8
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JUN 4 (WED) 8:30 AM WILDHORSE SPRINGS-SUGARLOAF MTN HIKE
This is a Peaks of Big Bear hike. Hikes to the five major peaks overlooking the Big Bear Valley will be made at least twice during the 2008-hiking season. Those reaching all five peaks will be given a patch commemorating the effort. This hike has a strenuous, 8 miles, 2,000 ft. elevation gain. Great views of San Gorgonio and the Santa Ana River drainage can be seen from the peak area. BRING: Water, snacks, layered clothing, and hiking boots. MEET: 8:30 am, Von's parking lot in Big Bear Lake. For information call leader. LEADER: Ed Wallace (909) 584-9407. BIG BEAR GROUP
JUN 6-8 (FRI-SUN) GREEN SPOT CAMPGROUND CAR CAMP/PICNIC
Come for the weekend or just the day at Green Spot Group Campground off Highway 38 in Big Bear Valley. Camping is limited to 8 vehicles and 25 people at this primitive campsite with pit toilets and no water. Call to reserve your spot before while they last. Don’t want to camp? Come for the day on Saturday, June 7th from 11 to 4. There will be a potluck picnic lunch beginning at noon followed by a class in compass and map reading. Then you’ll put your new skills to work during a short local hike. We’ll end the day with a game or two. No need to RSVP for the picnic. Just show up with your potluck item. All picnic folks will need to leave the campground at 4 P.M. in accordance with out Forest Service Permit. Questions, directions and to RESERVE your space, contact: LEADER, ROBBIE BOS 909-866-5006 BIG BEAR GROUP
JUN 7 (SAT) 8:00 AM YOUTH IN THE DESERT–DEVIL’S PUNCHBOWL HIKE
The Devil's Punchbowl is a unique geologic feature in the foothills near Pearblossom. David Numer, naturalist for the area, will talk to us about the geology of the area before we hike down this fascinating place. He will also guide us to a great place to view the San Andreas Fault up close. There will be an opportunity to see some of the wildlife of the area such as snakes and birds. This hike is part of our Youth in the Desert hike series, designed for children and a responsible adult. MEET: Park & Ride on the south/west corner of I-15 and Bear Valley Road in Victorville. CALL TO REGISTER: Leader Carol Wiley (760) 245-8734 or Melody Nichols (760) 963-4430. MOJAVE GROUP
JUN 8 (SUN) 7 AM LITTLE BEAR SPRINGS TO DEEP CREEK BRIDGE HIKE
This is a great forest hike on the Pacific Crest Trail from a point near Big Bear Lake to a point near Lake Arrowhead. It is a one-way hike, 13 miles long, with some elevation gain/loss. Call or e-mail leaders for carpool and meeting place. co-leaders; Joe Whyte 909-949-0899 or whytejoe @msn.com, or Terrence McCorkle 760-252-2194 or 760-412-1683 (cell) oldhikerdude@verizon.net. Limit 15 hikers. LOS SERRANOS GROUP
JUN 9 – JUN 15
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**JUN 10 (TUE) 8:30 AM GRANDVIEW POINT LOOP HIKE
We will access Grandview Point via a moderate, 7-mile loop route that includes Pineknot Trail, 2N10, Dick’s Trail and 2N08. In addition to the view from Grandview Point and beautiful pine forest, we will also see a wide variety of wildflowers along the way. BRING: Water, snacks, good boots and protective clothing. MEET: East parking lot of the Performing Arts Center at 8:30 AM. Drivers will need adventure passes. Contact leader for information and registration. LEADER: Dick Banks at 909-866-9232. BIG BEAR GROUP
JUN 15 (SUN) 6 PM MOONLIGHT HIKE HIKE
Come hike in the foothills for several hours by moonlight. Hike is conversationally paced. Between 4 and 5 miles rt, 800' elevation gain. MEET: North parking lot of PFF Bank, Claremont, at NE corner of Indian Hill and Foothill Blvd. or at the trailhead. BRING: jacket, flashlight, water, snack to share mid-hike [optional], and wear sturdy shoes/boots. Rain cancels. Leaders: Patty and David Thorne. LOS SERRANOS GROUP
JUN 16 – JUN 22
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JUN 18 (WED) 8:30 AM GRINNEL RIDGE VIA LOST CREEK TRAIL HIKE
A 10-mile hike with a1800 ft elevation gain. This is a relatively new hike that has only been on the schedule once before. MEET: 8:30 am in the Von's parking lot in Big Bear Lake. For information call leader. LEADER: Ed Wallace (909) 584-9407. BIG BEAR GROUP
JUN 19 (THU) 8:30 AM PACIFIC CREST TRAIL HIKE
This is a moderate 7.5-mile round-trip hike on the PCT between 2N02 and 2N04 (east of Baldwin Lake), with 600-foot elevation gain. BRING: Water, layered clothing, sturdy boots, snacks and an adventure pass. MEET: Von’s parking lot at 8:30 AM. Call leader for reservations and information. LEADER: Dick Banks at 909-866-9232. BIG BEAR GROUP
JUN 20 (FRI) 4:00 PM FULL MOON HOLCOMB VALLEY HIKE
"Try And Catch The Full Moon Holcomb Valley Gold Fever Trail" Hike Series Hike Number 2 of 4. Yes, it¹s the Summer Solstice! Longest day of the year!! Earliest summer in 116 years!!! The moon does not rise until 10:02 pm, so we will miss this one. Continuing our gold fever trail, we will start out at Holcomb Valley Campground and hike to “Two Gun Bill¹s Saloon”, “Grasshopper Quartz Mill”, “Hangman’s Tree”, the “Original Gold Diggin’s” discovery area, “Belleville”, “Arrastres Gold Ore Grinder”, “Ross’ Grave”, and the ”Pygmy Cabin Site”. Elevation gain of 200 feet, covering 5 miles. Our travel time will be about 3 to 4 hours, depending on how much we stop and enjoy. This is a very easy hike. After the hike, we will go to B’s Backyard B-B-Q for dinner and drinks. BRING:&nb
