WEEKLY RECURRING 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 CHAPTER
MON 7:00 PM APPLE VALLEY CONDITIONING HIKE HIKE
Please join me for a 3-6 mile fast paced conditioning walk along the Mojave River. Meet at the Victor Valley Museum on Apple Valley Road. The path along the river bed is graded and hard packed, which makes for nice walking conditions. Please bring flashlight, jacket and comfortable walking shoes. This is a repeat hike but sometimes cancels; PLEASE CALL BEFORE HIKE. LEADER: MELODY NICHOLS (760) 963-4430 or Labelady@msn.com MOJAVE GROUP
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
FEBRUARY 1 – FEBRUARY 7
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FEB 6 (SAT) 9:00 AM SANTA ROSA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE HIKE
"New Member" hike (all are welcome though) Enjoy an easy 5 mile round trip hike to the original Adobe Ranch. Listen to a guest speaker & meet local Santa Margarita Group Leaders under the shade of an ancient oak trees. Reservations & info: Leader: Bob Audibert bob.takeahike1@gmail.com (951)302-1059 SANTA MARGARITA GROUP
FEB 7 (SUN) WILLOW HOLE BY WAY OF WONDERLAND JTNP HIKE
This is a Joshua Tree hike we’ve been doing for our own pleasure but had to guess our way through the last part in Wonderland because there is only one way. We think we’ve got it down now enough to share. Come take your chances with us and we’ll hope for a nice day. Wonderland sparkles in the sunlight. I’m going to call it strenuous. It’s about a seven hour hike depending on the group. Bring layerable clothing as well as lunch, good BOOTS and two quarts of water. Call Ann and Al Murdy 760-366-2932 or email al.murdy@gmail.com (sorry, no return calls) TAHQUITZ GROUP
FEB 7 (SUN) 7:00 AM CHANTRY FLAT TO MT. ZION VIA STURTEVANT TRAIL HIKE
What a blessing that this beautiful trail was not affected by the fires! Let’s hike to Mt. Zion through one of the best circle trips in the San Gabriels. We will pass across chaparral-coated slopes with beautiful canyon views, through lush conifer forest, along bubbling creeks. This is a 10 mile RT moderate hike with 1800 elevation gain. Bring: Hiking boots, 2 liters of water, dress in layers, lunch/snacks. Please call leader for carpool and meeting information. Unsafe conditions cancels hike. Aida Taracena 909 225-1505 / hikingirl12@gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
FEBRUARY 8 – FEBRUARY 14
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FEB 13 (SAT) SUNRISE CANYON TO MULE CANYON HIKE
Come join other hikers for a 10-11 mile high desert hike thru the Calico Mts from Sunrise Canyon to Mule Canyon. Bring 2 to 3qts of water, sturdy boots and lunch/snacks. Meet at the BLM parking lot on Barstow Rd. across from Barstow College. For more info call Terrence McCorkle at (760)252-2194 or (760)412-1683 or email: oldhikerdude@verizon.net MOJAVE GROUP
FEB 13 (SAT) 9:00 AM COTTONWOOD SPRINGS TO STONE SPRING HIKE
This hike is in the Juniper Flats Area of Critical Environmental Concern, which is protected for its cultural values. Today, the two springs provide important water, food and shelter for wildlife and are joined by a short wash in a sheltered canyon. The hike is a loop of about 4 miles. There are also views of the mountains along the way and a possibility of raptor sightings (don’t forget your binoculars!). We will check the springs for water and cattle impacts. Cattle may be present, but are docile when not harassed (they are cows not bulls!).Wear layered clothing, hat and bring plenty of water/snacks. Meet at the Victor Valley Museum on Apple Valley Road at 9am. Contact Jenny Wilder at JensOasis@aol.com or 760 220 0730. MOJAVE GROUP
FEB 13 (SAT) 8:00 AM OLIVE MOUNTAIN RAMBLE HIKE
We’ll mix on and off-trail hiking to hit ridgetops and side canyons and perhaps go by the spring in the old olive grove. Gaiters or long pants recommended. Expect “off-trail’ conditions on steep but not dangerous slopes. 3 hours, and about 1000 feet of gain. MEET: From the 60 freeway in Moreno Valley go north on Perris, east on Kalmia, then north on Kitching to the dead end. INFO and LEADER: DAN CLARK (951) 924-2454 or danclrk@roadrunner.com MORENO VALLEY GROUP
FEB 14 (SUN) 1:30 PM SAN GABRIEL MTNS NORTH ETIWANDA PRESERVE HIKE
This hike will be part of the San Gabriel Mountains Forever East Campaign to add wilderness acreage to Cucamonga Wilderness. We will write postcards to Congressman David Dreier on a break. Cards and mailing will be provided. This will be an easy hike around the new North Etiwanda Preserve loop. Easy. About 3.2 miles Round Trip with about 624’ elev. gain. This environmental gem is host to native wildlife and plants as well as historically significant sites. Plus the panoramic views are really outasight. MEET: North Etiwanda Preserve Visitor Parking (Exit Interstate 210 West off Interstate 15 to Day Creek – exit right (North) and follow Day Creek to the end, turn left on Etiwanda Avenue and proceed to Visitor Parking just past the pavement) BRING: water and extra snacks; wear sturdy shoes/boots. Rain cancels. INFO: LEADER: DEAN SHIMEK, dtsierra@msn.com, 909-899-2795 LOS SERRANOS GROUP
FEBRUARY 15 – FEBRUARY 21
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FEB 15-17 (MON-WED) GOLD BUTTE INTRODUCTORY TOUR CARCAMP/HIKE
Come explore this proposed National Conservation Area in Southeast Nevada. See many beautiful and interesting sights, including petroglyphs and Joshua trees. Climb one of the areas peaks and enjoy the splendid views. Central commissary. LEADER: VICKY HOOVER, (415) 977-5527, vicky.hoover@sierraclub.org. CNRCC WILDERNESS & DESERT COMMITTEES
FEB 17 (WED) 6:00 PM CONDITIONING HIKE HIKE
Approximate 3.5 mile loop hike on the Hidden Springs trail and arroyo. Trail has some ups and downs but basically follows the base of the hills and then returns through the arroyo of the housing tract. BRING: jacket, flashlight, water, sturdy shoes MEET: from 60fwy in Moreno Valley go north on Pigeon Pass to left at the light on Hidden Springs Drive. Follow Hidden Springs Drive to Hidden Springs School on the left. Park in the school parking lot or on the street. Rain cancels. INFO and LEADER: THERESA CARSON (951) 660-7246 or tcarson22@msn.com. MORENO VALLEY GROUP
FEB 19 (FRI) 7:00 AM JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK HIKE
We will utilize a portion of the Boy Scout Trail on this 17 mile moderate to strenuous hike which will take us through the Wonderland of Rocks to Willow Hole. We will meet at the Von’s parking lot in Big Bear Lake at 7:00 AM. Snow could cancel. Please call hike leader Ed Wallace (909 584 9407) to confirm. BIG BEAR GROUP
FEB 20 (SAT) 8:00 AM BIRD WATCHING STROLL LAKE SKINNER WALK
Meet 8:00 AM at the store inside the park. Easy walking in different park areas- along shore, campground and lawns , with lots of stops to find and enjoy the year-round and wintering birds. We often see 20-30 species on this walk, including a burrowing owl. Dress for the weather, bring binoculars, water and a snack. (we should be done by 1:00 PM) . email leader to sign up, and check your email the night before for possible cancellation. A few pairs of binoculars will be available. LEADER: SHAULI rosenrager@gmail.com SANTA MARGARITA GROUP
FEB 21 (SUN) 8:00 AM S B MTS, LAKE GREGORY WINTER BIRD WALK BIRD WALK
MEET: South Shore parking lot, just east of the water slide. See wintering birds as we walk part way around the lake. Optional breakfast after. LEADER: BILL ENGS (909-338-1910). MOUNTAINS GROUP
FEBRUARY 22 – FEBRUARY 28
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FEB 24 (WED) 6:00 PM CONDITIONING HIKE HIKE
Approximate 3.5 mile loop hike on the Hidden Springs trail and arroyo. Trail has some ups and downs but basically follows the base of the hills and then returns through the arroyo of the housing tract. BRING: jacket, flashlight, water, sturdy shoes MEET: from 60fwy in Moreno Valley go north on Pigeon Pass to left at the light on Hidden Springs Drive. Follow Hidden Springs Drive to Hidden Springs School on the left. Park in the school parking lot or on the street. Rain cancels. INFO and LEADER: THERESA CARSON (951) 660-7246 or tcarson22@msn.com. MORENO VALLEY GROUP
FEB 25 (THU) 9:00 AM SB MTS, PACIFIC CREST TRAIL, SILVERWOOD LAKE HIKE
As we hike 8 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail, from the park office to Cedar Springs Dam and return, we will have great views of the water and the park. Elevation gain and loss: about 500 feet. WEAR: hiking boots. BRING: water, snack, lunch, layered clothing. CALL LEADER, BILLIE WOLFF
909-338-2534 for meeting place and registration. MOUNTAINS GROUP
FEB 25 (THU) 6:30 PM DINNER ON THE TOWN DINNER
Join us for an evening of fun and food. Your Sierra Club friends are planning another “Dinner on the Town” at a surprise location. This event to be announced on the LSG website. Contact Mary Ann Ruiz (909) 815-9379 or ruizmaryann@gmail.com for details. LOS SERRANOS GROUP
FEB 27 (SAT) YOUTH IN THE DESERT PCT HIKE HIKE
Come join other youth and their parents/grandparents for a 7 mile hike (approx) on the Pacific Crest Trail. Bring 2 qts of water, sturdy boots, lunch & snacks. We will hike 3 ½ miles in one direction, take a lunch break and hike back. The actual location on the trail will be determined as the date gets closer, but rainy/foul weather cancels hike. Please call for details, meeting place & time. .Leader: Melody Nichols (760) 963-4430 or Labelady@msn.com. MOJAVE GROUP
FEB 27-28 (SAT-SUN) MECCA HILLS CARCAMP
Join us as we explore the Mecca Hills Wilderness Area east of Indio, CA. We will hike through the gravel washes and rocky hills to several well-known and spectacular sites. Saturday we visit Hidden Springs and the Grottos, and Sunday we will explore Painted Canyon. Carcamping will include the civilized amenities, potluck supper, and campfire Saturday night. Limit 12 participants. LEADER: CRAIG DEUTSCHE, craig.deutsche@gmail.com (310) 477-6670. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
FEB 28 (SUN) 6:00 PM FULL MOON HIKE HIKE
Approximate 2 hour evening hike in Sycamore Canyon to enjoy the full moon. BRING: Jacket, flashlight, water, sturdy shoes. MEET: in the Sycamore Canyon parking area on the south side of Central Ave. between Canyon Crest Drive and the 215/60 Freeway. Rain cancels. INFO and LEADER: THERESA CARSON (951) 660-7246 or tcarson22@msn.com. MORENO VALLEY GROUP
FEB 28 (SUN) 6:00 PM MOONLIGHT HIKE HIKE
Come for a 2 to 3 hour evening hike in the foothills to enjoy the “full” moon. (Actual full moon is February 28.) Hikes are moderately paced. Between 4 and 5 miles rt, 400 to 1200 ft elev.. Hike locations will vary. MEET: North parking lot of U.S. Bank, Claremont, at NE corner of Indian Hill & Foothill Blvds. BRING: Jacket, flashlight, water, and wear sturdy shoes/boots. RAIN CANCELS. INFO: Leaders PATTY and DAVID THORNE (909) 981-5813 LOS SERRANOS GROUP
MARCH 1 - MARCH 7
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MAR 4 (THU) 4:30 PM HIDDEN SPRINGS HIKE HIKE
Approximate 3.5 mile loop hike on the Hidden Springs trail and arroyo. Trail has some ups and downs but basically follows the base of the hills and then returns through the arroyo of the housing tract. BRING: jacket, flashlight, water, sturdy shoes MEET: from 60fwy in Moreno Valley go north on Pigeon Pass to left at the light on Hidden Springs Drive. Follow Hidden Springs Drive to Hidden Springs School on the left. Park in the school parking lot. Rain cancels. INFO and LEADER: THERESA CARSON (951) 660-7246 or tcarson22@msn.com. MORENO VALLEY GROUP
MAR 6 (SAT) 9:00 AM SANTA ROSA ECOLOGICAL PRESERVE HIKE
We call this our new member hike but all are welcome. Enjoy an easy 5 to 5 1/2 mile hike over various trails in the reserve. We will vary the route to take advantage of blooming flowers and the wonders of the vernal pools at their best. When available we invite guest speakers from the Reserve's staff to enlighten us and give us some background about what we are seeing. We meet at the Hidden Valley Trail head. "Rain Cancels" Bring water a lunch and dress in layers. Reservations & info: Leader Bob Audibert, Email <bob.takeahike1@gmail.com (951)302-1059 or check our Santa Margarita Group web site at http://sierraclubsmg.org/ for more information concerning this and all our upcoming outings. SANTA MARGARITA GROUP
MAR 6 (SAT) 9:00 AM S B MTS, GREEN VALLEY LAKE SNOWSHOE
Green Valley Lake has some of the best snow in our local mountains, so come and join me for a day of fun. You need to provide your own equipment, and prior experience on snowshoes is required. MEET in the parking lot behind Lloyds restaurant on Hwy 18 in Running Springs at 8:30 am to carpool. WEAR layered clothing, BRING lunch and adequate fluids. CALL LEADER HEATHER SARGEANT 909-336-2836 to sign up. No snow cancels. MOUNTAINS GROUP
MAR 6-7 (SAT-SUN) DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK EXPLORATORY TOUR
Come and experience a sample of the many wonders offered in this national park. Beginning in Shoshone on Saturday morning, we will travel north on Hwy 178 with a stop at Badwater, and easy two-mile hikes at Natural Bridge and Golden Canyon. Camp at Texas Springs ($14/site). If time allows, drive to Zambriskie Point and Dante’s View. Sunday morning, visit the museum and visitor center in Furnace Creek, see the rare pupfish at Salt Creek, and take a two-mile hike to the highest sand dune. Possible hike into Mosaic Canyon. For those who want to stay Sunday night, camp at Stovepipe Wells ($12/site). Option of primitive camping on Friday night. For reservations, contact LEADER, CAROL WILEY, at desertlily1@verizon.net or call (760) 245-8734. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE/MOJAVE GROUP
MAR 5 (FRI) 6:00 PM CHINO HILLS -CONDITIONING WALK WALK
Start your weekend off burning calories and getting conditioned by doing a 5-6 mile moderate to fast paced conditioning walk. We will walk around the neighborhood mostly uphill on pavement. It will take us about two hours to do this loop. Bring: Water, a flashlight, good walking/running shoes, and lots of energy. We will meet in Albertsons’ Shopping Center parking lot, close to the Mobil gas station located on the corner of Soquel Canyon and Butterfield Ranch Road in Chino Hills. Dogs welcome! Call or email leader: Aida Taracena 909 225-1505 / hikingirl12@gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
MAR 7 (SUN) 8:30 AM CHINO HILLS STATE PARK HIKE HIKE
Chino Hills State Park takes you back to early Southern California. Rolling green hills, oak woodlands, rare black walnut trees and early spring wildflowers are all here to enjoy. Hike will be about 8 miles, 1200 ft elevation gain. Wear sturdy shoes or boots, bring lunch and snacks, 2 liters water. Rain cancels LEADER: Mary Ann Ruiz 909-815-9379 or ruizmaryann@gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
MARCH 8 - MARCH 14
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MAR 11 (THU) 4:30 PM OLIVE MOUNTAIN HIKE HIKE
Enjoy the view from beautiful Olive Mountain with a 3 mile round trip hike. Elevation gain about 1,000 ft. BRING: water, flashlight, sturdy shoes. MEET: from 60fwy in Moreno Valley go north on Perris to right on Kalmia, left on Kitching. Park at the end of the road on Kitching. Rain cancels. INFO and LEADER: THERESA CARSON (951) 660-7246 or tcarson22@msn.com. MORENO VALLEY GROUP
MAR 12 (FRI) 6:00 PM CHINO HILLS -CONDITIONING WALK WALK
Start your weekend off burning calories and getting conditioned by doing a 5-6 mile moderate to fast paced conditioning walk. We will walk around the neighborhood mostly uphill on pavement. It will take us about two hours to do this loop. Bring: Water, a flashlight, good walking/running shoes, and lots of energy. We will meet in Albertsons’ Shopping Center parking lot, close to the Mobil gas station located on the corner of Soquel Canyon and Butterfield Ranch Road in Chino Hills. Dogs welcome! Call or email leader: Aida Taracena 909 225-1505 / hikingirl12@gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
MAR 13 (SAT) 9:00 AM SANTA ANA RIVER TO MORTON PEAK HIKE
This is a difficult 12-mile hike with 2800 feet of elevation gain on a good trail. There are many great views on the way to the lookout tower at the peak. Bring layered clothing appropriate to the weather, plenty of water, sturdy boots, snacks and lunch. Those coming from the mountain areas meet at the Vons parking lot at 8:00 AM. Those from the Redlands/Yucaipa area meet us at the Mill Creek Ranger Station at 9:00 AM. Please call Dick Banks for reservations and information at 909-866-9232. BIG BEAR GROUP
MAR 13 (SAT) 9 AM DEEP CREEK HIKE HIKE
Join us on a lovely hike to Deep Creek from the Juniper Flats Area. We begin near Round Mountain and gently descend approximately 1,350 feet to the Creek, a little upstream from the Deep Creek Hot Springs. Hike is 6 miles round trip with lovely views and a gorgeous location for a picnic beside the gurgling creek. We will get a chance to admire Deep Creek which is proposed as a Wild and Scenic River in Senator Feinstein's California Desert Protection Act of 2010. We will also check for cattle impacts to the creek by cows straying off the Round Mountain Cattle Allotment. Meet at the Victor Valley Museum on Apple Valley Road at 9 a.m. Contact leader for details: Jenny Wilder, JensOasis@aol.com, 760-220-0730 MOJAVE GROUP
MAR 13 (SAT) 8:00 AM OWL CANYON HIKE HIKE
Come join other hikers for a 9 to 10 mile hike thru Owl Canyon to the top of Rainbow Basin and back. Great views! Bring 2 to 3qts of water, sturdy boots, lunch &snacks. Meet at the BLM parking lot on Barstow Rd across from the entrance to Barstow College. For more info contact Terrence McCorkle at (760) 252-2194 or (760) 412-1683 or oldhikerdude@verizon.net MOJAVE GROUP
MAR 13-14 (SAT-SUN) FENCE REMOVAL/HIKING/CARCAMP ON THE CARRIZO PLAIN
Come help remove fences on the Cal Dept of Fish and Game Reserve. At this time of year, the Carrizo may be turning green, and if the winter has been wet, there should be wildflowers. Work Saturday, camp and potluck dinner that evening. Hike Sunday. Bring leather gloves, warm clothes with long sleeves and legs, dish for potluck on Saturday night. Leaders will be at Selby Camp on Friday night for those who want to arrive early. LEADERS: CAL AND LETTY FRENCH, (805) 239-7338. Prefer e-mail lettyfrench@gmail.com. SANTA LUCIA CHAPTER and CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
MAR 13-14 (SAT-SUN) GHOST TOWN EXTRAVAGANZA CARCAMP/HIKE
Come with us to this spectacular landscape near Death Valley to visit the desert leprechauns and explore the ruins of California's colorful past. Camp at the historic ghost town of Ballarat (flush toilets & hot showers). On Saturday, do a very challenging hike to ghost town Lookout City with expert Hal Fowler who will regale us with tales of this Wild West town. Later we'll return to camp for Happy Hour, a St. Patty's Day potluck feast and campfire. On Sunday, a quick visit to the infamous Riley town site before heading home. 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. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
MAR 13-17 (SAT-WED) DEATH VALLEY PHOTO TRIP PHOTO TRIP
Join retired photographer & teacher Graham Stafford on a car camp trip to Death Valley, a photographer’s wonderland. Visit Eureka Dunes, dunes at Stove Pipe Wells, dunes at Saratoga Springs, the Racetrack, and Artist Drive. All levels of photography experience accepted---beginners encouraged. Lessons with class handouts will cover all aspects of your digital camera and general photography. See Graham’s work at www.grahamstafford.com. LEADER: GRAHAM STAFFORD (775)686-8478 graham@grahamstafford.com GREAT BASIN GROUP-TOIYABE CHAPTER
MAR 14 (SUN) 9:00 AM S B MTS, MILLER CANYON HIKE
We'll hike down a closed road in Silverwood Lake State Park. You will have impressive views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. Distance: 5 miles RT. BRING snack, water and wear comfortable shoes. CALL for meeting place. LEADER: BILLIE WOLFF, 909-338-2534 MOUNTAINS GROUP
MAR 14-20 (SUN-SAT) GLEN CANYON/ESCALANTE RIVER SERVICE TRIP/BACKPACK
Assist the National Park Service in eradicating Russian Olive from the Escalante River. Working under the direction of Park Ranger Bill Wolverton, we will gather up slash from previous service trips and burn it. Since 2000, over half of the river has been cleared. Meet in Escalante, Utah Sunday morning, March 14, caravan out to the trailhead and hike in. Work four days, day hike one day and hike out Saturday morning March 20. Expect knee to thigh deep river crossings, overnight lows near freezing and mild temperatures during the day. Participants will be responsible for their own leather work gloves (highly recommended), food, and gear on the trail. Contact LEADER: PAUL PLATHE: (209) 476-1498. DELTA-SIERRA GROUP (MOTHER LODE CHAPTER)
MARCH 15 - 21
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MAR 17 (WED) 6:00 PM HIDDEN SPRINGS HIKE HIKE
Approximate 3.5 mile loop hike on the Hidden Springs trail and arroyo. Trail has some ups and downs but basically follows the base of the hills and then returns through the arroyo of the housing tract. BRING: jacket, flashlight, water, sturdy shoes MEET: from 60fwy in Moreno Valley go north on Pigeon Pass to left at the light on Hidden Springs Drive. Follow Hidden Springs Drive to Hidden Springs School on the left. Park in the school parking lot. Rain cancels. INFO and LEADER: THERESA CARSON (951) 660-7246 or tcarson22@msn.com. MORENO VALLEY GROUP
MAR 19 (FRI) 6:00 PM CHINO HILLS -CONDITIONING WALK WALK
Start your weekend off burning calories and getting conditioned by doing a 5-6 mile moderate to fast paced conditioning walk. We will walk around the neighborhood mostly uphill on pavement. It will take us about two hours to do this loop. Bring: Water, a flashlight, good walking/running shoes, and lots of energy. We will meet in Albertsons’ Shopping Center parking lot, close to the Mobil gas station located on the corner of Soquel Canyon and Butterfield Ranch Road in Chino Hills. Dogs welcome! Call or email leader: Aida Taracena 909 225-1505 / hikingirl12@gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
MAR 20-21 (SAT-SUN) OVERNIGHT BACKPACK IN PANAMINTS BACKPACK
North of Surprise Canyon on the west side of the Panamints, Hall Canyon and Jail Canyon descend into the Panamint Valley from the slopes of Telescope Peak. This will be a loop trip taking in the lower reaches of these canyons. On Saturday, we'll hike up Hall Canyon and camp. On Sunday, we'll make our way across the dividing ridge between Hall Canyon and Jail Canyon and descend the 4WD route to the road. The canyon mouths are short enough that we won't need to set up a car shuttle. For more information, contact LEADER: JOHN WILKINSON (408) 876-8295, johnfw1@mac.com. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
**MAR 21 (SUN) 8:00 AM DRIPPING SPRINGS TRIAL HIKE
Take a challenging 14 mile hike (up and back) hike through the Agua Tibia Wilderness on the Dripping Springs Trail. This hike is a strenuous hike of about 8 hours with 3,100 ft of elevation gain and loss. There are some awesome views of Vail Lake and the Temecula Valley along the way. The trail offers little shade so sun screen is a must. You will need to bring bring snacks and a lunch, at least 3 letters of water, good hiking shoes and dress in layers. A wilderness pass is required. "Rain Cancels". Reservations & info: Leader Bob Audibert, Email <bob.takeahike1@gmail.com (951)302-1059 or check our Santa Margarita Group web site at http://sierraclubsmg.org/ for more information concerning this and all upcoming outings. SANTA MARGARITA GROUP
MAR 21 (SUN) CONTACT WASH - JOSHUA TREE NP HIKE
This is a scramble down a steep wash that is accessed through Pine City by way of the Queen Mine parking lot. There are all sorts of twists and turns to be negotiated. You have to think your way through allot of dry waterfalls that definitely put you in the moment. This is a good one to forget your other life. About six miles. It is strenuous and I strongly recommend ankle high boots. Bring a lunch with lots of protein and a couple of quarts of your favorite outdoor drink. Call Ann and Al Murdy 760 366-2932 (we don’t return calls) or email al.murdy@gmail.com TAHQUITZ GROUP
MAR 21 (SUN) 8:00 AM TENAJA FALLS HIKE HIKE
Tenaja Falls in the San Mateo Wilderness should be a pretty spring hike, with wildflowers and maybe even water in the falls! We will start from the Fisherman's Camp trailhead for an 8.1 mile hike, about 1500 ft elevation gain and loss. Wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots, bring water, snacks and lunch. Rain cancels. Contact leader for meeting place. Leader: MARY ANN RUIZ 909-815-9379 or ruizmaryann@gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
MARCH 22-28
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**MAR 27 (SAT) 9:00 AM PCT EAST OF BALDWIN LAKE HIKE
This is a moderate 7.5 mile hike with about 800-feet of elevation gain. We will be hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail between forest service roads 2N02 and 2N04. Bring water, snacks, sturdy hiking boots and layered clothing appropriate to the weather. We will meet on the north side of the Big Bear Lake Convention Center parking lot at 9:00 AM. Cars driving to the trailhead will need an Adventure Pass. For details, call Dick Banks at 909-866-9232. BIG BEAR GROUP
MAR 26 (FRI) 6:00 PM CHINO HILLS -CONDITIONING WALK WALK
Start your weekend off burning calories and getting conditioned by doing a 5-6 mile moderate to fast paced conditioning walk. We will walk around the neighborhood mostly uphill on pavement. It will take us about two hours to do this loop, less time once we are well conditioned! Bring: Water, a flashlight, good walking/running shoes, and lots of energy. We will meet in Albertsons’ Shopping Center parking lot, close to the Mobil gas station located on the corner of Soquel Canyon and Butterfield Ranch Road in Chino Hills. Dogs welcome! Call or email leader: Aida Taracena 909 225-1505 / hikingirl12@gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
MAR 27 (SAT) 3:00 PM THE MANY TRAILS OF SIMPSON PARK HIKE
Moderate hike, all trails, 6 miles late afternoon hike. Meet at the Picnic Pavilion in Simpson Park, Hemet., at 3:00 PM. We will use a new trail map to discover some of the many bike/hike trails and enjoy the wildflowers. Great views of the San Jacinto Valley, surroundings mountains and Diamond Valley Lake. Bring water, flower and bird field guides. Leader: Shauli rosenrager@gmail.com 952 767 2203 SANTA MARGARITA GROUP
**MAR 28 (SUN) 9:00 AM S B MTS, THE PINNACLES HIKE
Join us on a moderate 6 mile ( RT ), 1,000 ft elevation gain hike located north west of Lake Arrowhead. This hike includes some rock scrambling to reach the summit, which comprises an imposing stack of large granite boulders. Your efforts will be rewarded with mountain and desert views. BRING lunch, water, good boots and layered clothing. Adventure Pass required. CALL for meeting place to carpool. LEADER: HEATHER SARGEANT 909-336-2836 MOUNTAINS GROUP
MAR 28 (SUN) 6:00 PM MOONLIGHT HIKE HIKE
Come for a 2 to 3 hour evening hike in the foothills to enjoy the “full” moon. (Actual full moon is March 29.) Hikes are moderately paced. Between 4 and 5 miles rt, 400 to 1200 ft elev.. Hike locations will vary. MEET: North parking lot of U.S. Bank, Claremont, at NE corner of Indian Hill & Foothill Blvds. BRING: Jacket, flashlight, water, and wear sturdy shoes/boots. RAIN CANCELS. INFO: Leaders PATTY and DAVID THORNE (909) 981-5813 LOS SERRANOS GROUP
MARCH 29 - APRIL 4
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APR 2 (FRI) 8:00 AM JONES PEAK (SIERRA MADRE) HIKE HIKE
This is a loop hike of 7.5 miles with a gain of 2450 feet. We will go down a different trail and hook up with the Wilson trail. Possible ocean views. Call leader for meeting place. JOE WHITE 909-944-0899. LOS SERRANOS GROUP
APR 3 (SAT) 9:00 AM SANTA ROSA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE HIKE
We call this our new member hike but all are welcome. Enjoy an easy 5 to 5 1/2 mile hike over various trails in the reserve. We will vary the route to take advantage of blooming flowers and the wonders of the vernal pools at their best. When available we invite guest speakers from the Reserve's staff to enlighten us and give us some background about what we are seeing. We meet at the Hidden Valley Trail head. "Rain Cancels" Bring water a lunch and dress in layers. Reservations & info: Leader Bob Audibert, Email <bob.takeahike1@gmail.com (951)302-1059 or check our Santa Margarita Group web site at http://sierraclubsmg.org/ for more information concerning this and all our upcoming outings. SANTA MARGARITA GROUP
**APR 4 (SUN) 8:00 AM SAN SEVAIN FLATS TO CUCAMONGA PEAK HIKE
Fortunately for us, this trail is not widely used so we may have the mountain to ourselves! San Sevaine Flats, is pleasant and inviting and mostly covered with chaparral. There are groves of oak, spruce, cedar and pine scattered here and there in little flats and gullies. San Sevaine Flats is the largest of these forested glens. We will hike 12 miles RT from the trailhead and gain 3,300 feet in elevation. This will be a strenuous hike so, come prepared! Bring: Hiking boots, at least two liters of water, food/snacks, dress in layers as we do not know how the weather may be in April. Please call or email me before the hike. I will be checking the weather conditions for snow or ice on the trail. If you have snowshoes and/or crampons, it may be necessary to bring one or both. We will know as the date approaches. Dangerous conditions will cancel the hike. Hope to see you there! Adventure Pass required. Contact leader: Aida Taracena 909 225-1505, email: hikingirl12@gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
APRIL 5 - APRIL 11
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APR 5-10 (MON-SAT) WILDFLOWERS AND FENCE REMOVAL-CARRIZO PLAIN SERVICE
This outing will include three and a half days of service to the Carrizo Plain National Monument, removing and modifying fences to allow resident pronghorn to travel more widely. This is the spring wildflower season, and our schedule allows at least a day for exploring, either hiking or driving backcountry roads. With longer daylight hours there may also be time to visit sights in the monument after work. Because we are privileged to be staying at one of the old ranch houses, our trip is limited to 14 participants. $30 covers five dinners. Contact LEADER: CRAIG DEUTSCHE, (310) 477-6670, craig.deutsche@gmail.com. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
APR 8 (THU) 5:00 PM OLIVE MOUNTAIN HIKE HIKE
Enjoy the view from beautiful Olive Mountain with a 3 mile round trip hike. Elevation gain about 1,000 ft. BRING: water, flashlight, sturdy shoes. MEET: from 60fwy in Moreno Valley go north on Perris to right on Kalmia, left on Kitching. Park at the end of the road on Kitching. Rain cancels. INFO and LEADER: THERESA CARSON (951) 660-7246 or tcarson22@msn.com. MORENO VALLEY GROUP
APR 9-11 (FRI-SUN) CULP VALLEY, ANZA BORREGO STATE PARK 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 10 (SAT) 9:40 AM SANTA ANA RIVER HIKE
This is a moderate 10-mile hike with about 800 to 1000-feet of elevation gain. We will descend from the South Fork parking lot on the Santa Ana Trail to its intersection with Glass Road. We will return via Glass Road along the Santa Ana River. We will meet at Vons in Big Bear Lake at 9:00 AM. Those coming from the Redlands area should meet us at the South Fork trailhead on Highway 38 at about 9:40 AM. Bring water, snacks/lunch, sturdy boots and layered clothing appropriate for the weather. Drivers will need an adventure pass. For details, call Dick Banks at 909-866-6232. BIG BEAR GROUP
APR 10 (SAT) 8:00 AM PCT SILVERWOOD LAKE TO HORSETHIEF CYN HIKE
Come join other hikers for a 12 to13 mile hike along the PCT from Silverwood Lake to Horsethief Canyon and back. Great Spring hike. Bring 3 to 4qts of water, sturdy boots and lunch/snacks. Meet at 8:00am at the Victor Valley Museum on Apple Valley Rd or 8:30-8:45am at the off ramp at Silverwood Lake & 138. For more info call Terrence McCorkle at (760) 252-2194 or (760) 412-1683 or oldhikerdude@verizon.net MOJAVE GROUP
APR 11 (SUN) 9:00 AM BEAUTY MOUNTAIN HIKE
This hike is "under construction" and may include some off-trail portions, so come ready for adventures and discover the hidden corners of this remote-yet-so-close wilderness of chaparral. Wildflowers a good possibility 5 to 8 miles, some difficult terrain and brush. Meet 9:00 am at the Cahuilla Casino parking lot in Anza. Rideshare from Temecula: Paloma Del Sol park 8:15 (Behind Home Depot on Hwy 79). RSVP in order to get last minute information and do check your email Saturday before the hike! Last minute decision makers welcome too. Leader: Shauli rosenrager@gmail.com 951 767 2203 SANTA MARGARITA GROUP
APRIL 12 - APRIL 18
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APR 15 (THU) 5:00 PM HIKE TO THE “M” HIKE
4 mile round trip hike to the “M” on Box Springs. Difficult trail with some very steep areas. BRING: water, flashlight, sturdy shoes. MEET: from 60fwy in Moreno Valley go north on Pigeon Pass to left at the light on Hidden Springs Drive. Driveway into Box Springs Park on the left off Hidden Springs Drive. Drive up the gravel road and park near the picnic tables. Rain cancels. INFO and LEADER: THERESA CARSON (951) 660-7246 or tcarson22@msn.com. MORENO VALLEY GROUP
APR 16-18 (FRI-SUN) MOJAVE NATIONAL PRESERVE SERVICE TRIP
Come help restore an historic water feature to provide water for wildlife. The work involves protecting several springs by earth work, stabilization work, putting up a fence and some infrastructure in and around a qanat. Our effort will be directed by staff from the Mojave National Preserve. A hike is planned for Friday for those arriving in the morning, if the rains are good this year, there may be plenty of wildflowers. We will work all day Saturday and until noon on Sunday. There will be a ranger talk about the Preserve on Saturday evening. Camping will be rustic. Email or call leader for reservation information. LEADER: RICH JURICICH, rich.sac@pacbell.net, (916) 492-2181. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
APR 17 (SAT) 8:30 AM WILD FLOWERS IN JUNIPER FLATS HIKE
If there are to be wildflowers this year, the Juniper Flats Area is one of the places to enjoy the display. Set in the foot hills of the San Bernardino Mountains, it is just a short drive from Apple Valley. We will enjoy a leisurely hike about 5 miles round trip. the Juniper Flats Area also offers fabulous views and boulder fields. Be sure to bring your camera and binoculars! Meet at the Victor Valley Museum on Apple Valley Road at 8:30 am. Contact leader for details: Jenny Wilder, JensOasis@aol.com, 760-220-0730 MOJAVE GROUP
APR 17-18 (SAT-SUN) OWENS VALLEY WORK PROJECT
Project will probably be bashing tamarisk along the Owens River, but could change. Work on Saturday and enjoy the extensive birding opportunities on Sunday. Camp at Diaz Lake just south of Lone Pine. Group potluck on Saturday night Bring all camping gear, or stay in a motel in nearby Lone Pine. For more information, contact LEADERS CAL AND LETTY FRENCH, (805) 239-7338. Prefer e-mail, lettyfrench@gmail.com, SANTA LUCIA CHAPTER and CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
APRIL 19 - APRIL 25
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**APR 20 (TUE) 8:30 AM SB MTS, SPLINTERS TO DEVIL'S HOLE HIKE
You will hike a scenic section of the Pacific Crest Trail along the Deep Creek Canyon. Distance: 6 miles RT with 600 foot elevation loss and gain. BRING: 10 essentials, 2- qts. water, and snack. WEAR: hiking boots. CALL: LEADER, BILLIE WOLFF, 909-338-2534 for meeting place. Adventure Pass required. MOUNTAINS GROUP
APR 21 (WED) 6:00 PM HIDDEN SPRINGS HIKE HIKE
Approximate 3.5 mile loop hike on the Hidden Springs trail and arroyo. Trail has some ups and downs but basically follows the base of the hills and then returns through the arroyo of the housing tract. BRING: jacket, flashlight, water, sturdy shoes MEET: from 60fwy in Moreno Valley go north on Pigeon Pass to left at the light on Hidden Springs Drive. Follow Hidden Springs Drive to Hidden Springs School on the left. Park in the school parking lot. Rain cancels. INFO and LEADER: THERESA CARSON (951) 660-7246 or tcarson22@msn.com. MORENO VALLEY GROUP
APR 24 (SAT) 9:00 AM SPLINTERS CABIN TO HOLCOMB CROSSING HIKE
This is a moderate to difficult 10-mile hike on the PCT with 500-feet of elevation gain. We will be hiking through both chaparral and forested areas along Holcomb Creek. Bring water, sturdy boots, lunch, and layered clothing appropriate to the weather. For those coming from the Big Bear Area, we will meet at the east parking lot of the Performing Arts Center at 8:00 AM. We will meet those attending from the Lake Arrowhead area at the Post Office in Cedar Glen at 9:00 AM. For details call Dick Banks at 909-866-9232. BIG BEAR GROUP
APR 24-25 (SAT-SUN) EXPLORING THE MOJAVE NATIONAL PRESERVE CARCAMP
We will meet Saturday morning 9:00 AM at the Teutonia Peak trailhead on Cima Road and hike to Teutonia Peak and out on Cima Dome. Primitive carcamp at Sunrise Rock. Sunday morning, visit the museum/visitor center at Kelso Depot and then on to hike Kelso Dunes. These dunes have various nicknames including the singing dunes and the moaning dunes due to the sounds that they often make, but whatever you call then, they are impressive. For those who want to spend another night, we can camp at the Granite Mountains. For reservations contact LEADER: CAROL WILEY at desertlily1@verizon.net or (760) 245-8734. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE/MOJAVE GROUP
APR 24-25 (SAT-SUN) ROCK ART IN EASTERN CALIFORNIA EXPLORATORY
Comfortable spring weather is an ideal time to go exploring. On Saturday, we visit three rock art sites in the southern Owens Valley area bordering the Coso Mountains. On Sunday we will be escorted to (the astonishing) Little Petroglyph Canyon on the China Lake Naval Weapons Station. As government restrictions apply here, all arrangements and confirmations must be completed by April 1 (no joking). High clearance 2WD sufficient, day hiking, Sat. evening potluck. Group limit, 14 participants. CONTACT LEADER CRAIG DEUTSCHE (310) 477-6670, craig.deutsche@gmail.com. CNRCC DESERT COMMITTEE
APR 25 (SUN) 6:00PM MOONLIGHT HIKE HIKE
Come for a 2 to 3 hour evening hike in the foothills to enjoy the “full” moon. (Actual full moon is April 28.) Hikes are moderately paced. Between 4 and 5 miles rt, 400 to 1200 ft elev.. Hike locations will vary. MEET: North parking lot of U.S. Bank, Claremont, at NE corner of Indian Hill & Foothill Blvds. BRING: Jacket, flashlight, water, and wear sturdy shoes/boots. RAIN CANCELS. INFO: Leaders PATTY and DAVID THORNE (909) 981-5813 LOS SERRANOS GROUP
APR 25 (SUN) 8:00 AM WHITEWATER PRESERVE HIKE HIKE
Come hike through some of the area proposed for the Sand to Snow National Monument, along part of the Pacific Crest Trail. Round trip about 9 miles, 1500 ft gain. Wear hiking boots to navigate the rocky wash; bring water, snacks and lunch. Most of the hike is in the sun so bring sunscreen and wear a hat! Contact leader for meeting place: MARY ANN RUIZ 909-815-9379 or ruiymaryann@gmail.com LOS SERRANOS GROUP
APRIL 26 - APRIL 30
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APR 28 (WED) 6:00 PM HIDDEN SPRINGS HIKE HIKE
Approximate 3.5 mile loop hike on the Hidden Springs trail and arroyo. Trail has some ups and downs but basically follows the base of the hills and then returns through the arroyo of the housing tract. BRING: jacket, flashlight, water, sturdy shoes MEET: from 60fwy in Moreno Valley go north on Pigeon Pass to left at the light on Hidden Springs Drive. Follow Hidden Springs Drive to Hidden Springs School on the left. Park in the school parking lot. Full moon rises at 8:17. Rain cancels. INFO and LEADER: THERESA CARSON (951) 660-7246 or tcarson22@msn.com. MORENO VALLEY GROUP
FUTURE SIERRA CLUB ACTIVITIES
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MAY 8 (SAT) 7:30 AM TOUR OF SPRINGS IN JUNIPER FLATS 4X4 TOUR/HIKE
We will drive to several of the numerous springs in the Juniper Flats Area. This requires 4x4 or at least high a clearance vehicle and some walking. The hikes will include several of about a mile and the tour will take all day. Fill your vehicle with friends, bring plenty of water, lunch, snacks, wear layered clothing and hat. The Juniper Flats Area is in the foot hills of the San Bernardino Mountains, close to Apple Valley. The area offers excellent hiking opportunities, varied terrain, varied vegetation, wildlife, boulder fields and fabulous views. Contact leader for details: Jenny Wilder, JensOasis@aol.com, 760 220 0730. MOJAVE GROUP
**JUN 5-6 (SAT-SUN) LEADERSHIP TRAINING COURSE
If you have enjoyed the Chapter's Outings program as a participant, consider now becoming a Chapter Outings Leader. The course involves an overnight stay at Sierra Club owned Keller Hut near Running Springs and includes classes in Outings Administration, Map and Compass, the Psychology of Leadership, Environmental Considerations and a field exercise. Applicants need to be at least 18 years old and current members of the Chapter. There will be a $34 fee for training materials, food and the weekend use of the facility. For an application form, please send a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Ralph Salisbury, LTC Chair, 2995 Floral Ave, Riverside, CA 92507 or contact ralphsalisbury@att.net. CHAPTER