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| Jan 1 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes-South Bay, Natural Science |
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I: San Jacinto Peak (10,804'), Folly Peak (10,480'), Drury Peak (10,160'), Marion Mountain (10,320') via Snowshoe:
Moderately paced, strenuous over
varying terrain from the tram. We will attempt up to 4 peaks, resulting in 10
miles and 3500' gain. The leaders have made this San Jacinto pilgrimage for 5
years. Mt Charleston and the Channel Islands have often been visible. Take
time to learn from our naturalist about the fauna and flora. Bring 10
essentials, lunch, and water. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent
conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS. Co-Leader & Naturalist: SHERRY ROSS
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| Jan 1 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Rattlesnake Peak (5826'):
Rescheduled to February 21.
Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Jan 5 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Mount Hillyer (6200+'):
7 miles round trip, 1000' gain. Hike through manzanita, scrub oak, Jeffrey
pine, around a maze of giant granite boulders. Meet 9 am La Cañada. Bring
water, lunch, good footwear, and hat.
Leaders: MARY PATTERSON, DAN BUTLER
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| Jan 7 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Asbestos Mountain (5265'):
A short and pretty peak south of Palm
Desert, 3 miles round trip, 1000' gain, mainly in desert (can you say
"lots of prickly plants"?) terrain. Mid-day start. Possibility of
sneaking in a visit to not-especially-nearby (but one of the leaders
needs it) Indian in the morning. Indian might be a drive up, or a 6
mile, 1300' gain, hike along a dirt road, or something in between, or
purely a fantasy. E-mail or SASE early to
Leader: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Jan 8 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, WTC |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Quail Mountain (5813'+):
Join us in this moderately paced 12 mile
round trip, 3000' gain, to the highest peak in Joshua Tree National
Park. Mostly cross-country on some steep slopes and some boulder
scrambling. We will be visiting Samuelsons Rock on the return. Bring
10 essentials, 3 liters of water minimum, snacks, lunch, lugsoles,
clothing layers for possible windy conditions and long pants or
gaitors are recommended. Storms may cancel. Send email (preferred)
or SASE, with H&W phones, recent conditioning/hiking experience to
Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Assistant: RON CAMPBELL
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| Jan 8 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: Queen Mountain (5680'+), Warren Point (5103'):
10 miles round trip,
2200' gain. Join us on a steady paced hike through beautiful Joshua Tree
National Park. Meet 7:45 AM in the parking lot next to the Denny's in Yucca
Valley.
Leader: IGNACIA DOGGETT Co-Leader: WOLF LEVERICH
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| Jan 8 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Orange County Sierra Singles |
I: Eagle Mountain (5350'):
9 miles 2400' gain moderately paced DPS day hike in Joshua Tree for well
conditioned, experienced desert hikers. Lots of climbing through boulders,
cactus and loose sand/scree with beautiful desert views. Rain cancels.
Email conditioning and rideshare info to
Leaders: ROBERT and MARKEY NEIGHBORS
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| Jan 9 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Bernard Peak (5430'), Little Berdoo Peak (5440'):
By popular request, two fun but difficult-to-reach (by Joshua Tree
National Park standards) peaks. 7 miles round trip, 1800' gain, entirely
cross county. AWD or 4WD vehicles preferred, due to sandy nature of
road. (The drive sometimes seems to take longer than the peaks.) Send
e-mail or SASE with vehicle information to
Leader: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Jan 12 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Vetter Mountain (6200'):
7 miles round trip, 1400' gain. Ramble from Shortcut on the Silver Moccasin
Trail to Charlton Flat, then on to peak. Meet 9 am La Cañada rideshare.
Bring water, lunch, good footwear, and hat.
Leaders: MARY PATTERSON, ROSEMARY CAMPBELL
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| Jan 16 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from 2004
O: Modjeska Peak (5496'), Santiago Peak (5687'):
Canceled due to road closure(s).
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Co-Leaders: SANDY BURNSIDE, TOM HILL
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| Jan 20 |
Thu |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from January 10
Monthly Management Meeting:
Rescheduled due to that wild storm we had on the 10th, the January
meeting will be held at Winnette Butler's residence.
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| Jan 22 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Mount Wilson (5710'):
Get back in shape with this classic conditioning hike
up the historic Mount Wilson Trail. Moderately paced 15.2 miles round trip,
4740' gain total. Meet 7:30 am in Siera Madre at the roadhead - N from I-210
on Baldwin Ave to Miramonte Ave; turn right (E) 2 blocks; park.
Bring minimum 3 quarts water, lunch.
Rain, or snow on summit, cancels.
Co-Leaders: DAVE BEYMER, MAURA RAFFENSPERGER
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| Jan 25-26 |
Tue-Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from December 2004
O: Black Mountain #6 (5244'), Red Mountain (5261'), Mayan Peak (6108'), Butterbredt Peak (5997'):
Hike these four peaks in Kern County, spending the night car camping in Red
Rock Canyon State Park. Black is 4 miles round trip, 1300' gain, and Red is
4 miles round trip with 1400' gain. Mayan and Butterbredt north of Mojave are
steep, sandy hikes of 3 miles round trip and 1800' gain, and 2 3/4 miles round
trip and 1200' gain, respectively. Dirt road drive to trailhead requires
high-clearance vehicle. We might change the order in which we hike these four
peaks. Come for one day or two, as you like. Email leaders for details.
Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, INGEBORG PROCHAZKA
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| Jan 29 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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Annual Awards Banquet:
The 40th anniversary of the first Hundred Peaks Section Annual Awards Banquet
will be at Les Freres Taix Restaurant, 1911 Sunset Blvd, in Los Angeles, just
as it was in 1965. No host bar at 5 PM, dinner 6:30 PM. Traditional HPS
acknowledgment of member achievements follows. This evening is devoted to the
memories and recollections of HPS members about the early days of the HPS.
Send $30 per person to reservationist SANDY BURNSIDE. Specify beef, fish or
vegetarian entree. No sase reqd. Send email address or phone # for confirmation.
Tickets will be held at the door.
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|
| Feb 4 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from January 7
I: Asbestos Mountain (5265'):
A short and pretty peak south of Palm
Desert, 3 miles round trip, 1000' gain, mainly in desert (can you say
"lots of prickly plants"?) terrain. Possibility of
sneaking in a visit to a nearby peak, depending on time, energy,
accessibility (after the recent storms, the roads may have washed
away). Meet at 8:30AM at Mountain Center or 9AM at the intersection
of Highway 74 and Palm Canyon Drive (see peak
guide).
Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KAREN LEVERICH, WOLF LEVERICH
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| Feb 5-6 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Orange County Sierra Singles |
I: Whale Peak (5349'), Asbestos Mountain (5265'):
Saturday we hike Whale, approximately 9 miles 2300' gain cross-country with
bouldering and lots of cactus in Anza-Borrego State Park. Car camp in the
park Saturday night, State Park use/parking fee applicable. Sunday AM drive
to Asbestos for a short 3 miles, 1000' gain hike in desert terrain,
approximately 2-3 hours round trip. Rain cancels. Email conditioning and
rideshare info to
Leaders: ROBERT and MARKEY NEIGHBORS
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| Feb 5 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Fox Mountain #2 (5033'), Condor Peak (5440'):
13 miles round trip, 3600' gain. A strenuous but
moderately paced climb of two San Gabriel beauties. We might throw in Iron
#2 and Gleason depending on the group. Bring lunch and 10 essentials. Meet
6:30 AM La Cañada rideshare pt. Rain cancels.
Leader: GARY SCHENK Assistant: GEORGE WYSUP
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| Feb 9 |
Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from January 16
O: Modjeska Peak (5496'), Santiago Peak (5687'):
Enjoy the highest point in Orange County, and its Saddleback mate during the
winter season without the motorized crowd. Strenuous 17 miles round trip, 5000'
gain. Hiking is on road, firebreak, and trail. Usually great views. Storms may
cancel. Bring snowshoes if conditions warrant. Call or email leader week of trip
for details.
Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, SANDY BURNSIDE
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| Feb 9 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: San Gabriel Peak (6161'), Mount Disappointment (5960'), Mount Deception (5796'):
6 miles round trip, 1700' of gain. Meet 9AM La Cañada with water, lunch,
good footwear.
Leaders: SOUTHERN COURTNEY, DAN BUTLER
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| Feb 12 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Mount Markham (5742'), Mount Lowe (5603'):
Get ready for Spring with this great conditioning hike up historic Mount Lowe.
Moderately paced 11 miles round trip, 4200' gain
total. Meet 8:30 am at the north end of Lake Ave in Altadena.
Bring minimum 3 quarts water, lunch.
Rain, or snow
on peaks, cancels.
Co-Leaders: MAURA RAFFENSPERGER, DAVE BEYMER
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| Feb 15 |
Tue |
SMS, SPS, DPS, HPS, LPC |
|
Annual Joint Meeting:
This year hosted by the Ski Mountaineers. Meet and make plans with your
friends and learn activities of these groups. Each group will give a presentation
of their scope and upcoming plans. 7:30 pm Griffith Park Ranger Station
Auditorium (4730 Crystal Springs Dr in Griffith Park).
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| Feb 21 |
Mon |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from January 1
I: Rattlesnake Peak (5826'):
Originally scheduled on January 1 as a
celebration of the anniversary of Wolf breaking his leg (on Chuckwalla
on New Years Day, 2002), we now have no good excuse to visit to this
brushy peak above Azusa. Well, it's on the List? Expect a slow pace
as we do these 9 miles of cross-(brushy)-country, 3700' gain. Did I
mention there might be brush? E-mail or SASE early to
Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Feb 19-20 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes-South Bay |
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I: Mayan Peak (6108'), Butterbredt Peak (5997'), Skinner Peak (7120'):
Three peaks
in Jawbone Canyon area. Moderately paced, strenuous over varying terrain. Dirt
road. Both days 8 miles 3000' gain. Saturday night car camp. Bring 10
essentials, lunch, and water. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent
conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS. Co-Leader: BOB BEACH
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| Feb 19-20 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
O: Lost Horse Mountain (5313'), Warren Point (5103'), Chaparrosa Peak (5541'):
The desert plateau at Joshua Tree National Park should be picturesque and
pleasantly cool this time of year. First two peaks Saturday on separate easy
hikes of about 4 miles round trip, 1100' gain each. Sunday visit nearby Yucca
Valley for a loop trip within a new nature preserve, 7 miles round trip, 1300'
gain. Car camp possible. Come for either or both days. Call or email leader
week of hike for trip details.
Leader: TOM HILL. Co-Leader: MARLEN MERTZ
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| Feb 21 |
Mon |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Rattlesnake Peak (5826'):
Postponed due to weather concerns.
Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Feb 23 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Colby Canyon to Josephine Peak (5558'):
10 miles round trip, 2100' gain. Moderate pace. Shorter hike to Josephine
Saddle optional. Meet 9 am La Cañada rideshare point with water,
lunch, appropriate footwear.
Leaders: DORIS DUVAL, DON SIMINSKI
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| Feb 26 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Mount Lukens (5074'):
Visit this nearby peak, the highest point in the city of Los Angeles,
moderately strenuous 10 miles round trip, 3200' gain. Usually great views
during the winter season. Storms may cancel. Call or email leader week of
trip for details.
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP. Co-Leader: TOM HILL
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| Feb 26 |
Sat |
Lower Peaks, Hundred Peaks |
CANCELED DUE TO TRAIL CLOSURE
O: Agua Tibia (4779'):
Leaders: GABRIELE RAU, DON CWIK
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| Feb 26 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Whale Peak (5349'):
A popular and pretty peak in the Anza-Borrego,
Whale by Route 2 is 5 miles round trip, 1400' gain. This route
involves some quite gnarly dirt road driving (if we wimp out along the
way, expect to walk an additional few miles and climb some extra feet
-- more details will be provided closer to the trip date). Expect
boulders, plants with thorns, and awe-inspiring desert scenery.
E-mail or SASE early with information about your 4WD or high clearance
vehicle (if you have one!) to
Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Feb 27 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Granite Mountain #2 (5633'):
You got Whale with us on Saturday and
don't want an orphan? You didn't come on Saturday because the road was
scary, but heard that there wasn't such an issue for Granite? It's
true, we'll be doing a slight variant on Route 2, and parking on
pavement. The hike will be 8 tough miles round trip, 3000' gain, some
boulders, some brush, and it's not quite so pretty as Whale, but the
views are still good, and it's on the List. E-mail or SASE early to
Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Feb 27 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Mount Pinos (LO) (8831'), Sawmill Mountain (8818'), Grouse Mountain (8682'):
Destination CHANGED to Tahquitz due to road closure -- contact George
for new meeting time and place.
Reservationist/Leader: GEORGE WYSUP. Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
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|
| Mar 4 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Cone Peak (6800'+):
Warm up for Saturday's outing Rosa Point ... or Cone's more
traditional companion, Palm View Peak, on this combination trail
hike/brush push/rock scramble. Something for everybody? Approximately
9 miles round trip, 2000' gain, slow pace. Email or SASE early to
Leader: KAREN LEVERICH Co-Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, WOLF LEVERICH
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| Mar 5 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
O: Palm View Peak (7160'):
Moderately paced, 8 miles round trip,
1600' gain, mostly trail up in the Desert Divide area! Come enjoy this
beautiful area and, when we get there, try and figure out why this one is
call Palm View! Moderately slow pace. Email Kathy
during four days before event for status and details.
Leaders: KATHY CHEEVER, MARS BONFIRE
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| Mar 5 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Desert Peaks |
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I: Rosa Point (5083'):
Join us in this 14 mile, 4500' gain, desert
hike. Moderately paced but strenuous hike on loose, steep terrain. Not
recommended for beginners. Bring ten essentials, 4 liters of water
minimum, snacks, lunch, and lugsoles. Gaitors are recommended for
protection from abundant cholla. Send email (preferred)
or SASE, with H&W phones, recent conditioning/hiking experience to
Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Assistant: KAREN ISAACSON LEVERICH
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| Mar 5 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures |
|
I: Pacifico Mountain (7124'):
Hike Pacific Crest Trail from Three Points to Mill Creek Summit, ascend
Pacifico Mtn. off trail from the east via pathfinder route. Moderately paced
16 mile 2500' gain/loss one way hike in remote area of San Gabriels. Great
desert views. Long car shuttle required. Meet 7:30 AM La Cañada rideshare
point. Bring 3 quarts water, lunch, lugsole boots, raingear.
Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: DAVE COPLEN
|
| Mar 5 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
Canceled
I: Snowshoe in the San Gabriels:
Leader: SANDY SPERLING. Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
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| Mar 5-6 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Natural Science |
|
I: Jean Peak (10,670'), Drury Peak (10,162'), Marion Mountain (10,362'):
Snowshoe to Tamarack Valley Sat from tram station to set up basecamp. From
there we'll tag up to 3 peaks (and maybe San Jacinto) before packing out Sunday
afternoon. Moderately paced weekend of about 10-12 miles, about 3000' gain,
identifying critter tracks and major flora along the way. Esase (preferable)
or phone leader SHERRY ROSS with h & w phones, carpool info, recent
conditioning, snow camping & snowshoe experience.
Leaders: SHERRY ROSS, HARVEY GANZ
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| Mar 6 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
CANCELED DUE TO ROAD CLOSURE
O: Old Man Mountain (5525'), Monte Arido (6010'):
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Assistant: ROXANA LEWIS
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| Mar 8 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Snowshoe in the San Gabriels or Big Bear area:
Update: destination will probably be Grays Peak, 3-7 miles round trip,
less than 1000' gain.
Pace will be moderate. If the winter
snowfall is good, we should still have some nice choices. Email Sandy four days
before event for details.
Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE Co-Leader: MARS BONFIRE
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| Mar 9 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Strawberry Peak (6164'):
6 miles round trip, 1600' gain. On the popular route from Red Box to the
spectacular view at the top. Shorter options. Meet 9 AM La Cañada
rideshare with suitable clothing layers, water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: ROSEMARY CAMPBELL, SOUTHERN COURTNEY
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| Mar 9 |
Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from January 1
I: Rattlesnake Peak (5826'):
Originally scheduled on January 1 as a
celebration of the anniversary of Wolf breaking his leg (on Chuckwalla
on New Years Day, 2002), we now have no good excuse to visit to this
brushy peak above Azusa. Well, it's on the List? Expect a slow pace
as we do these 9 miles of cross-(brushy)-country, 3700' gain. Did I
mention there might be brush? E-mail or SASE early to Karen.
Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH, DAVE COMERZAN
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| Mar 11 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
M: Five Fingers (5174'):
2 miles round trip, 900' gain along sandy trail and up steep, decomposing
rock suitable only for experienced rock scramblers. High clearance 4WD
advised. West of Hwy 14 near Ridgecrest. Slow pace. Call Mars (661-609-8218)
during
four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Mar 12 |
Sat |
K-9 Committee, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Caliente Mountain (5106'):
Join us for this moderately strenuous hike near Cuyama in the Los
Padres area. 11 miles 3000' gain. Bring lugs, lunch and plenty of water for you and
well-conditioned K-9 friend. We may explore this fascinating geological area if
there is time
and interest. SASE/email leaders for meeting time/place.
Leaders: JULIE RUSH, GREG & MIRNA ROACH
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| Mar 12 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
Revised destinations due to road closures
I: Mayan Peak (6108'), Butterbredt Peak (5997'):
Moderately paced hikes on cross-country routes north of Mojave. Butterbredt 3
miles 1200' gain; Mayan 3 miles, 1800' gain with world class scree descent. We
will check out the wildflowers along the route if participants want. Beginners
welcome. Dirt driving with high clearance vehicles. Meet 6:30 AM Sylmar rideshare
point. Bring the essentials, at least 3 quarts of water, and lunch. If in doubt
email or call George.
Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, KENT SCHWITKIS
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| Mar 12 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Tecuya Mountain (7155'+):
CANCELED DUE TO LEADER'S SCHEDULING CONFLICT (was 8AM Flying J).
Leaders: WOLF and KAREN LEVERICH
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| Mar 12 |
Sat |
Orange County Sierra Singles |
|
I: Mount Pinos Backcountry Ski Tour:
Moderately strenuous 4 mile, 500' gain to panoramic vista. Ski from end of
Mount Pinos Highway to summit at Condor Point. Possible side trips to
Inspiration Point, other destinations, or just playing may add a few miles
plus a few 100' gain. Part of route may be in pre-existing tracks, but
recent snowfall, rutted trail or aesthetics may require breaking new
trail. Intermediate cross-country skill required; metal-edged backcountry
skis and backcountry boots recommended. Email/phone experience/conditioning
to
Leader: MARK MITCHELL Co-Leader: KEITH MARTIN
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| Mar 12 |
Sat |
Sierra Peaks, WTC |
|
M: Mount San Antonio (Baldy) (10,064') Snow Climb:
Strenuous 8 mile, 3900' gain. Restricted to Sierra Club members with
ice axe and crampon proficiency. Group size limited. Contact
Leader: DON CROLEY Co-Leader: TOM McDONNELL
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| Mar 13 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Little Cahuilla Mountain (5042'), Cahuilla Mountain (5635'), Lookout Mountain #1 (5590'):
Visit these isolated summits between Idyllwild and
Temecula, moderately strenuous, 11 miles total trip, 3300' gain for all
three. Do one or all. Several miles of easy dirt road driving,
high-clearance vehicles recommended. Storms may cancel. Call or email
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Co-Leaders: GARY SCHENK, TOM HILL
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| Mar 13 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: The Pinnacles (5737'), Mount Marie Louise (5507'):
Moderately paced 6 mile, 1600' gain hike Northwest of Lake Arrowhead. Bring
lunch, water, lug boots. Meet Pomona rideshare point 7 am.
Co-Leaders: MARK ALLEN, KAREN and WOLF LEVERICH
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| Mar 14 |
Mon |
Hundred Peaks |
|
Management Meeting:
Please join us for our monthly open management committee meeting.
For time and location, contact
Programs Chair: JOE YOUNG
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| Mar 19 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
O: Josephine Peak (5558'+) Ramble for Leaders:
Are you an HPS leader or considering becoming one? HPS used to
have periodic "pizza parties" for leaders to interact and
plan future hikes, but finding a good time became tricky.
Someone suggested doing it on trail instead. So ... join
us on an 8 mile round trip, 1900' gain, amble up Josephine.
Opportunities for leaders to meet other leaders and discuss
future leads. Non-leaders welcome, but be warned: we'll probably
encourage you to enter the leadership pipeline. Meet at La
Cañada rideshare at 8AM. Rain postpones.
Leaders: WOLF and KAREN LEVERICH, YOUR NAME HERE
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| Mar 19 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Lowe (5603'+):
Join us in this moderately paced, but strenuous,
12 mile round trip, 3800' gain, hike to Mount Lowe. Not recommended
for beginners. Our trail will take us past Echo Mountain and
Inspiration Point. Meet at 7:30 AM at north end of Lake Ave in Altadena.
Bring 3 liters of water, snacks, lunch, lugsoles, and clothing layers for
possible cold and windy conditions. Rain cancels.
Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Assistant: LAURA JOSEPH
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| Mar 19 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, OCSS |
|
I: Queen Mountain (5680') from Indian Cove:
Rough tough scramble up a ridge
near Rattlesnake Canyon to follow a watercourse through no-man's land. Very
strenuous, unique cross-country route with a look at three pictograph sites en
route. Approximately
10 miles round trip, 3000' hard won gain. Well conditioned, non-tigers send
SASE early
with experience, H/W phones to
Leader: DIANE DUNBAR Assistants: ROBERT and MARKEY NEIGHBORS
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| Mar 19-20 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes-South Bay |
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I: Whale Peak (5349'), Garnet Mountain (5680+'), Garnet Peak (5880+'), Sheephead Mountain (5896'):
Moderately paced, strenuous, mostly cross-country/brush, in
desert terrain. Day 1: Whale 5 miles round trip, 1400' gain, bad dirt road
driving; Garnet Mountain 1 mile round trip, 200' gain. Car camp at Foster
Lodge. Day 2: 6 miles 1500' gain.
Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent
conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS. Co-Leader: BARRY HOLCHIN
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| Mar 19-20 |
Sat-Sun |
Trails |
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O: Cutca Trail Maintenance:
Work on scenic wilderness trail on north side of Palomar Mountain. (HPS
uses this trail on one of its routes to Eagle Crag.) Backpack 7 miles,
1000' gain each way. Forest Service provides tools, no experience
necessary. Send sase/phone/email to
Leader: ALAN COLES Co-Leaders: CHARLIE KNAPKE, GAIL HANNA
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| Mar 20 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures |
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O: Ken Point (6423'):
Celebrate the Vernal Equinox on this moderately paced PCT outing near
Idyllwild in semi-desert terrain, moderately strenuous 16 miles round
trip, 2600' gain, offering spectacular views of the Coachella
Valley. Naturally, we shall also pay our respects to "Barbie" along
the way. Paved road driving. For trip details and reservation send
sase or esase to
Leader: TOM HILL Co-Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, GEORGE WYSUP
|
| Mar 20 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Granite Peaks (7527'), Mineral Mountain (7238'), Tip Top Mountain (7623'):
Strenuous (but at moderate pace) 10 miles round
trip, 2800' gain cross-country hiking in pinyon/ Joshua forest near
Arrastre Creek East of Big Bear. Some class 2 scrambling; some dirt road
driving (please volunteer your high clearance or 4WD vehicle). Phone or
email
Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leader: VIRGIL POPESCU
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| Mar 21 |
Mon |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Hawes Peak (6751'), White Mountain #1 (7727'):
A couple of nice (?) orphans north of Fawnskin and Big Bear Lake.
Hawes is 5 miles round trip, 1300' gain. Some combination of
trail and steep cat track up a ridge.
We might be able to drive
to the top of White, depending on gates and vehicles. Otherwise, 6
miles round trip, 1100' gain, all on a dirt road.
The pace will be slow.
The views can be awesome.
E-mail or SASE early to
Leaders: WOLF and KAREN LEVERICH
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| Mar 22 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Deer Mountain (5536'):
10 miles, 2100' gain over brushy terrain with downed trees.
Might visit one or more area peaks. High clearance 4WD advised.
On north side of San Bernardino Mountains. Slow pace.
Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
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| Mar 26 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
O: Cleghorn Mountain (5333'), Cajon Mountain (5360'), Sugarpine Mountain (5478'), Monument Peak #2 (5290'):
Moderate 6 miles round trip, 2000' gain along a driving loop east of
Cajon Pass. Meet 7:30 a.m. Fairplex Park & Ride, exit
Fairplex off 10 Fwy. Bring lunch, lugs, all weather clothing. 4WD
vehicles appreciated. Call leader the week of hike to confirm. Rain cancels.
Leader: VIRGIL POPESCU Co-Leaders: LILLY FUKUI, JAMES CARDEN
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| Mar 26-27 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Quail Mountain (5800+'), Warren Point (5103'):
Moderately paced desert hikes in Joshua Tree National Park. Saturday do Quail,
10 miles round trip, 1800' gain cross-county. Sunday do Warren Point, 4 miles
round trip, 1000' gain on trail and cross-country. Carcamp with Happy Hour
Saturday night. Limited campsites; send sase or esase with contact info ASAP
to Maura to reserve space.
Leaders: DAVE BEYMER, MAURA RAFFENSPERGER
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| Mar 26-27 |
Sat-Sun |
Wilderness Adventures, WTC |
|
I: Snow Camping/Cornell Peak (9750') & San Jacinto Peak (10,804'):
Moderately paced but moderately strenuous snow camping and peak climbing
trip in the San Jacinto Wilderness. 4 miles 1500' gain on first day from the
Palm Springs Aerial Tram with full backpack on snowshoes. 5-7 miles, 2000'
gain of peak climbing with snowshoes and daypacks on 2nd day, before we pack
out 2 miles to the tram. Participants should expect to traverse and climb
moderately steep snow covered slopes. WTC students given first priority.
Send 2 sase, H&W phones, email, recent backpacking/conditioning
experience to
Leader: DAVID COPLEN Co-Leader: WILL McWHINNEY
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| Mar 30 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Lukens (5074') via Stone Canyon Trail:
Destination probably changed to saddle near Fox Peak, due to stream
flow on the route to Lukens.
7 miles round trip, 3300' gain to the highest point in the city of Los
Angeles. Hopefully, we will have beautiful wildflowers. Meet 9 AM supermarket
parking lot (NE corner Foothill Bl and Mt Gleason Rd in Sunland, Thomas Guide
p 503-H3) with water, lunch, good footwear. Heavy rain cancels.
Leaders: ROSEMARY CAMPBELL, RON ROSIEN
|
|
| Apr 1 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from December 5
O: Pyramid Peak (7035'), Pine Mountain #2 (7054'), Lion Peak (6868'):
Three fine peaks (well, Lion is nice) on the Desert Divide. Mostly
on the PCT with some intriguing detours.
About 12 miles
round trip, 2400' gain, slow pace.
E-mail or SASE early to
Leaders: KAREN LEVERICH Co-Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, WOLF LEVERICH
|
| Apr 2 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
O: Cole Point (5604'):
3 miles, 1400' gain on steep and loose ridge suitable only for agile
hikers. Might visit neighboring peaks. Off Angeles Forest Highway in
San Gabriel Mountains.
Slow pace. Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: KATHY CHEEVER
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| Apr 2 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Tecuya Mountain (7155'):
Join us for what may be carpets of wild flowers and vistas of poppy covered
hills near Frazier Park. Moderately-paced 6 miles round trip, 2100' gain on
trail and cross-country. Meet 9 AM at the Sylmar rideshare.
Leader: MAURA RAFFENSPERGER Co-leader: DAVE BEYMER
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| Apr 2-3 |
Sat-Sun |
Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Whale Peak (5349'), Granite Peak (5633'):
Two of the leader's favorite peaks. Saturday climb Whale Peak, 9 miles
round trip, 1700' gain. Sunday do Granite from the south (Oriflamme
Canyon), 8 miles round trip, 3000' gain. Both are moderately paced but
strenuous hikes. Carcamp Friday and/or Saturday nights. Saturday evening
potluck. Bring goodies to share, water, lunch, 10 essentials, all-weather
gear for dayhikes.
Leader: HARVEY GANZ Assistant: SHERRY ROSS
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| Apr 3 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
Reschedule of earlier outing to replace Cleghorn, Marie Louise, etc.
I: Mount Pinos (LO) (8831'), Sawmill Mountain (8818'), Grouse Mountain (8682'):
10 miles, 2500' gain snowshoe hike includes highest
points in Kern and Ventura Counties. Moderate pace. Email with brief
info regarding rideshare and recent conditioning to
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Co-Leaders: SANDY BURNSIDE, KENT SCHWITKIS
|
| Apr 3 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Lookout Mountain #2 (6812'):
Visit this historic summit on a moderately paced, strenuous hike on
trail and steep, slippery, brushy cross-country, 10 miles round trip,
2500' gain. Meet 7:30 AM Monrovia rideshare point (Park-N-Ride Myrtle Ave, 1 block S of I-210 Fwy). Bring ten
essentials, water and lunch.
Co-Leaders: MARK ALLEN, KAREN and WOLF LEVERICH
|
| Apr 3 |
Sun |
Verdugo Hills, K-9 Committee |
|
O: Mount Lukens (5074'):
Hike to Mount Lukens from Haines Canyon on Sister Elsie Trail.
8 miles, 2800' gain. K9 must be conditioned for steep trail. Meet 8 AM
La Cañada rideshare point. Bring 2 quarts water, lunch, good soles;
long pants and boots recommended due to foliage and loose track.
Leaders: JOHN RADALJ, BRUCE HALE
|
| Apr 8 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Pinyon Peak (6805'):
5.5 miles round trip, 2450' gain through pinyon forest and sage brush
with a couple of very short rock scramble sections. South of Hwy 178
and west of Hwy 14. Slow pace.
Call Mars during
four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
|
| Apr 9 |
Sat |
WTC, Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule (from WTC newsletter)
I: Bernard Peak (5430'), Little Berdoo Peak (5440+'):
Two lesser traveled HPS peaks in Joshua Tree National Park. Grand views into
the Coachella Valley and the park. Relaxed pace, moderate 6 miles rocky
cross-country loop with 1450' gain. 12 mile dirt road approach. Esase/sase
recent conditioning, H&W phones, rideshare info to
Leader: GARY BICKEL Assistant: SANDY BURNSIDE
|
| Apr 9 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Black Mountain #4 (6149'):
Moderately paced 5 mile round trip, 1200' gain hike, all cross-country,
some moderate brush (don't wear shorts), steep in places. Dirt road
driving -- high clearance vehicles recommended. Wonderful views from
this peak between Big Bear and Joshua Tree. Send email/sase to
Leader: DAVE CANNON Assistants: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
|
| Apr 9 |
Sat |
Palos Verdes-South Bay, Hundred Peaks |
|
M: Strawberry Peak (6164'):
Moderate 6 miles round trip, 2600' gain via Colby Canyon.
Experience and comfort on class 3 rock required. Meet 9 AM Colby Canyon
parking area (11 miles from La Cañada, 1 mile beyond Angeles Crest/Angeles
Forest junction). Bring good boots, something with "strawberries" to
share on top. Rain cancels.
Leaders: RICHARD BOARDMAN, BOB BEACH
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| Apr 9-10 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, WTC |
|
I: Queen Mountain (5680'+):
Joshua Tree backpack 1 mile to dry camp. Saturday visit Pine City, practice
navigation in the desert and climb one of the unnamed peaks. Sunday hike
6 miles 1200' gain cross-country to Queen & pack out. WTC or equivalent
required. Send sase or email, H&W phones, recent conditioning/experience,
rideshare info
Leader: LYNDA ARMBRUSTER Assistant: CHERYL GILL
|
| Apr 9-10 |
Sat-Sun |
Orange County Sierra Singles, WTC |
|
I: Snow Camping/Cornell Peak (9750') & San Jacinto Peak (10,804'):
Snow camping and peak climbing trip in the San Jacinto Wilderness. 4 miles,
1500' gain the first day from the Palm Springs Tram, most with full backpack
while on snowshoes. 7 miles of peak climbing, 2000' gain with snowshoes and
daypacks the second day, before we pack out 3 miles to tram. Participants
should expect to traverse and climb snow-covered slopes.
WTC or equivalent required. Send email/sase, H&W phones, recent
conditioning/hiking experience to
Leader: LISA BUCKLEY Co-Leader: RON CAMPBELL
|
| Apr 10 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
O: Skinner Peak (7120'):
Join us on this spring hike along the Pacific Crest Trail from Bird
Spring Pass. Moderate 8 miles round trip, 1700' gain. Dirt road
driving with high clearance 4x4 recommended. Rain Cancels. Meet 7:30
a.m. Sylmar rideshare. Bring ten essentials, water, and goodies.
Leader: VIRGIL POPESCU Co-Leaders: LILLY FUKUI, JAMES CARDEN
|
| Apr 12 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
|
Management Meeting:
Please join us for our monthly open management committee meeting.
For time and location, contact
Programs Chair: JOE YOUNG
|
| Apr 12 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
Canceled or postponed
I: Quail Mountain (5800'):
Replaced by rescheduled Outing to Deer, see below.
Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE Co-Leader: MARS BONFIRE
|
| Apr 12 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from March 22
I: Deer Mountain (5536'):
10 miles, 2100' gain over brushy terrain with downed trees.
Might visit one or more area peaks. High clearance 4WD advised.
On north side of San Bernardino Mountains. Slow pace.
Email Sandy or call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Co-Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, SANDY BURNSIDE, GEORGE WYSUP
|
| Apr 13 |
Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Monrovia Peak (5409'):
This outing must be postponed to a new date. Will appear later (below)
in this schedule of outings, once the new date has been determined.
Up to 14 miles round trip and 5300' gain of roads, trails, firebreaks,
perhaps some bonus brush-pushing. Anticipate a slow pace and a possible
return in the dark.
Email or SASE with
conditioning and experience to
Leaders: WOLF and KAREN LEVERICH
|
| Apr 15-17 |
Fri-Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Big Four: Samon Peak (6227'), Big Pine Mountain (6800'), West Big Pine (6490'), Madulce Peak (6536'):
Three day, two night backpack mainly on dirt roads and trails in Santa
Barbara County (Big Pine is the high point of Santa Barbara County) with
some steep cross-country. Total statistics: about 50 miles and 9000'
gain, though individual days will be under 20 miles and approx. 3000'
gain. Please e-mail or SASE with conditioning and backpacking experience
at least a week before the outing to Pat Arredondo.
Leaders: VIRGIL POPESCU and PAT ARREDONDO
|
| Apr 16-17 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes-South Bay |
|
I: Heald Peak (6901'), Nicolls Peak (6070'), Pilot Knob (6200+'):
Moderately paced, strenuous over varying terrain. Day 1: 12 miles round
trip, 5000' gain. Car camp at Walker Pass. Day 2 "involves the nastiest 6
miles round trip and 3400' gain on the HPS list" Wysup. Bring 10 essentials,
lunch, and water. Esase (preferred)
or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS. Co-Leader: BOB BEACH
|
| Apr 16-17 |
Sat-Sun |
Wilderness Adventures, Natural Science, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Carrizo Plain National Monument, Caliente Mountain (5106'), Peak Mountain (5843'), McPherson Peak (5749'):
Saturday explore the new National Monument, an area of fascinating
geology with a unique biosystem, or join an excursion to view
wildflowers in the Bates Canyon area, 6-8 total miles, up to 1500'
gain, including the HPS summits of Peak Mtn and McPherson if
conditions permit, with Natural Science credit available for LTC
candidates. Primitive camp Sat night or search out nearby Maricopa or
New Cuyama for more "civilized" accommodations. Sunday rendezvous at
the southern end of the Monument for a caravan to the Caliente Mountain
trailhead for a long but interesting, moderately paced hike on a gated
road to Caliente Mountain, 17 miles round trip, 3000' gain, to view the
plains from the high ridges and visit the summit cabin at the high
point of San Luis Obispo County. Much dirt road driving. For trip
details and reservation send sase or esase to
Leader: TOM HILL Co-Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, GEORGE WYSUP
Naturalists: GINNY HERINGER, SHERRY ROSS, RON ZAPPEN
|
| Apr 16 |
Sat |
20s and 30s Section, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Colby Canyon to Josephine Pk (5558'):
Just which Josephine is this peak named after? Since Josephine is my
middle name, I'd venture to say it's named after me; Although others
would say the peak is named for the daughter of Phil Beque, a ranch
owner in the vicinity or Josephine Lippencott, wife of USGS surveyor
Joseph Barlow Lippencott. In any case, please join us on this scenic
hike with wonderful views of the San Gabriels. We will begin the hike
from Colby Canyon and hike approximately 8 miles round trip and 2100' gain
at a moderate
pace. This hike is for well-conditioned intermediate level hikers (no
beginners please). Bring at least two quarts of water, lunch, a snack
to share with the group, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, lug-soled shoes
and some cash for a possible post-hike get-together. Meet at 9:00 am
(leave promptly at 9:15 am) at the La Cañada carpool point, on the
Angeles Crest Highway (Hwy 2) just N of Foothill Fwy (Hwy 210). Park
.2 mi up the road, on the right side of the Angeles Crest
Highway. NOTE: You will need a Wilderness pass ($5) which can be
obtained from Shell gas station at the bottom of the road. Heavy rain
cancels. We will hike in light to medium rain. No dogs please.
Leaders: PAMELA ROWE, DAVID GOLDSTEIN
|
| Apr 17 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Orange County Sierra Singles |
New Outing not in Schedule
O: Jones Peak (3375') -- Old Mt. Wilson Trail Loop:
8 mile, 2500' gain, hike from Bailey Canyon to top of Jones Peak
above Sierra Madre, down to Old Mt. Wilson Trail and back
to Sierra Madre. Enjoy great views. Meet 8 AM at the Old Mt.
Wilson Trailhead in Sierra Madre at Mira Monte Ave. Short car
shuttle to Bailey Cyn. Trailhead. Exit 210 Fwy at Baldwin Ave., N
to Mira Monte Ave., R on the Mira Monte. Bring water, lunch, lug
soles, hat. Rain, fire postpones.
Leader: ANA CADEZ Assistants: KAREN and WOLF LEVERICH
|
| Apr 19-20 |
Tue-Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from December 2004
O: Black Mountain #6 (5244'), Red Mountain (5261'), Mayan Peak (6108'), Butterbredt Peak (5997'):
Hike these four peaks in Kern County, spending the night car camping in Red
Rock Canyon State Park. Black is 4 miles round trip, 1300' gain, and Red is
4 miles round trip with 1400' gain. Mayan and Butterbredt north of Mojave are
steep, sandy hikes of 3 miles round trip and 1800' gain, and 2 3/4 miles round
trip and 1200' gain, respectively. Dirt road drive to trailhead requires
high-clearance vehicle. We might change the order in which we hike these four
peaks. Come for one day or two, as you like. Email leaders for details.
Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, INGEBORG PROCHAZKA
|
| Apr 23 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Winston Peak (7502'), Winston Ridge (7003'), Mount Akawie (7283'):
Three moderate, pleasant peaks along the Angeles Crest, relaxed pace,
7 miles round trip, 2000' gain. Additional peaks possible. For trip
info call or email leader during week before hike.
Leader: TOM HILL Co-Leader: GEORGE WYSUP
|
| Apr 23 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Hawkins (8850'):
6 miles round trip 1600' gain hike to this high peak
in the Angeles National Forest where the air is still clear.
Meet 8:30 AM at La Cañada ride share point. Bring water, lunch,
wear boots. Be ready for any kind of weather. Rain, snow cancels.
Leaders: FRANK DOBOS, MARY McMANNES
|
| Apr 23 |
Sat |
Crescenta Valley, K-9 Committee |
|
O: Islip Saddle via Little Jimmy's Campground to Mount Islip (8250'):
41 miles from La Cañada. Well-mannered K9s welcome, but must be leashed
at lunch. Meet 8 AM La Cañada rideshare point. Bring lugsoles, water,
lunch.
Leaders: AL MADER, CATHY KISSINGER, OLIVIA HERNANDEZ
|
| Apr 23-24 |
Sat-Sun |
Palos Verdes-South Bay, Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Martinez Mountain (6560'), Sheep Mountain (5141'), Asbestos Mountain (5265'):
Saturday very strenuous
18 mile 5500' gain hike to Martinez and Sheep. Car camp and happy hour Sat
night in local campground. Sunday easy 3 mile 1000' gain to Asbestos. Send
sase/email with recent conditioning and experience, H&W phones, email,
rideshare info to Bob.
Co-Leaders: BOB BEACH, KEITH MARTIN
|
| Apr 24 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
C/O: Apache Peak (7567'), Spitler Peak (7440'):
This outing must be postponed to a new date. Will appear later (below)
in this schedule of outings, once the new date has been determined.
Joint hike with folks from Zen
Mountain Center. We invited trainees at ZMC to join our hike to these two
peaks (about 14 miles round trip and 2600' gain). Both peaks are near Mountain Center
on the Desert Divide. For those who are interested, following the hike
there will be a brief introduction to the philosophy and practice of Zen
Buddhism. Email leaders a few days in advance.
Leaders: INGEBORG PROCHAZKA, WOLF LEVERICH
|
| Apr 24 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Eagle Crag (5077'):
18 miles, 3700' gain, mostly on trail, some
brush. Plenty of ticks for everyone! Some dirt road driving requiring
AWD vehicles. Email to George stating recent conditioning.
Co-Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, GARY SCHENK
|
| Apr 24 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes-South Bay, Natural Science |
Rescheduled to May 14
I: White Mountain #1 (7727') and Deep Creek Hot Springs:
Leader: BARRY HOLCHIN. Co-Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS. Naturalist: SHERRY ROSS
|
| Apr 24 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Lowe (5603'), Mount Markham (5742'):
Moderate 6 miles round
trip, 1100' gain on road, trail, and a bit of steep use trail. Enjoy
panoramic views from atop these peaks. Slow pace, no tigers,
newcomers welcome! Sturdy hikers can stay for bonus peaks. Meet 9 am
La Cañada
rideshare point. Bring water, 10 essentials.
Leaders: MARK ALLEN, CHERYL GILL
|
| Apr 26 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Fox Mountain #1 (5167'):
6 miles, 1800' gain along occasionally steep and loose ridge suitable
only for adroit hikers. High clearance 4WD advised. Northwest
of Frazier Park.
Slow pace. Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
|
| Apr 27 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Lukens (5074') via Stone Cyn Trail:
7 miles round trip, 3300' gain. A real climb at moderate pace to the highest
point in the city of Los Angeles.
Meet 9 AM supermarket
parking lot on NE corner Foothill Bl and Mt Gleason Rd
(Exit 210 Fwy at Lowell N then W)
with water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: DORIS DUVAL, DON SIMINSKI
|
| Apr 29-May 2 |
Fri-Mon |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Big Four: Samon Peak (6227'), Big Pine Mountain (6800'), West Big Pine (6490'), Madulce Peak (6536'):
The all-time hexed hike of 2004, maybe we'll have better luck in 2005?
This will be a relatively slow-paced four day, three night backpack mainly
on dirt roads
and trails in Santa Barbara County (Big Pine is the high point of
Santa Barbara County), but with some steep annoying cross-country
just to keep things interesting. Total statistics: about 50 miles and
9000' gain, though individual days will be under 20 miles and 3000'
gain.
Please email or SASE at least a week before the outing
with conditioning and backpacking experience to
Leaders: WOLF and KAREN LEVERICH
|
| Apr 30 |
Sat |
Natural Science, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: San Diego Creek Bike ride:
Cruise along the San Diego Creek bike trail in Orange County and
observe the many Sea, Marsh, and Shorebirds that inhabit this area.
The ride will be at a moderate pace (30 miles, 300' gain/loss) with
occasional stops at favorable areas for birding. We guarantee a fun
time will be had by all. Sorry, no peak included. Trip will be
limited to 12 participants. Natural Sciences credit offered. Send
ESASE and/or questions to
Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE Co-Leader: SANDY SPERLING Naturalist: SHERRY ROSS
|
| Apr 30-May 1 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: The Big Three -- San Rafael Mountain (6593'), McKinley Mountain (6200'), Santa Cruz Peak (5570'):
Strenuous, moderately paced, 33 miles round
trip, 8600' gain backpack on road and cross-country up the east ridge of
Santa Cruz in Los Padres National Forest, north of Lake Cachuma. Camp at
McKinley Spring Saturday night. Satisfies WTC Experience Trip
requirements.
Send E-mail with phone numbers and recent conditioning experience to
Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE Assistant: GEORGE WYSUP
|
| Apr 30-May 1 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes-South Bay |
CANCELED
I: Morris Peak (7215'), Mount Jenkins (7921'), Owens Peak (8453'):
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS. Co-Leader: BOB BEACH
|
|
| May 6 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Sheephead Mountain (5896'):
We were denied this peak last year: the Forest Service was doing a prescribed
burn. Hopefully it'll work out better in 2005. For Sheephead, expect 3.5
miles round trip, 1000' of gain on road and through brush.
If there's time, energy, and interest, other peaks in the
area are possible. Feel free to suggest those you need when
you email/SASE early to Karen.
Co-Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH, MARS BONFIRE
|
| May 8 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Liebre Mountain (5760'), Sawtooth Mountain (5200+'), Burnt Mountain (5788'):
Postponed to a future date due to road closure.
Liebre is a nice drive up, the other 2 are not so pretty, but they're there. Don't
expect flowers. 10 miles, 3000' gain on road and steep firebreak. Do one or all.
26 miles of dirt road driving, AWD vehicles needed. Call or email leader week of
trip for details.
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Co-Leaders: DON CWIK, KENT SCHWITKIS
|
| May 7 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from March 20
I: Granite Peaks (7527'), Mineral Mountain (7238'), Tip Top Mountain (7623'):
Strenuous (but at moderate pace) 10 miles round
trip, 2800' gain cross-country hiking in pinyon/Joshua forest near
Arrastre Creek East of Big Bear. Some class 2 scrambling; some dirt road
driving (please volunteer your high clearance or 4WD vehicle). Phone or
email
Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leader: VIRGIL POPESCU
|
| May 7 |
Sat |
Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks |
Postponed due to access
I: Ross on Ross Mountain (7402'), Mount Baden-Powell (9399'), Mount Burnham (8997'):
Replaced by Williamson loop (see below).
Leader: SHERRY ROSS Assistants: HARVEY GANZ, KENT SCHWITKIS
|
| May 7 |
Sat |
Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks |
Replaces postponed "Ross on Ross" outing
I: Mount Williamson (8214'), Pallett Mountain (7760+'), Will Thrall Peak (7845'), Pleasant View Ridge (7983'):
Moderately paced strenuous hike, pretty area in Angeles NF; 15 miles round
trip, 4500' gain on trail and xcountry. USFS Parking Permit required. Bring about
4 quarts water, lunch, 10 essentials. Rain postpones. Esase (preferred) or sase
with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to Leader.
Leader: SHERRY ROSS Assistants: HARVEY GANZ, KENT SCHWITKIS
|
| May 7 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
Postponed until August 6
O: Southwell Peak (7840'):
Replaced by Morris Peak (see below.)
Leaders: KATHY CHEEVER, MARS BONFIRE
|
| May 7 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
Replaces Southwell hike
O: Morris Peak (7215'):
8 miles, 2000' gain along Pacific Crest Trail and secondary trail in
Southern Sierra north of Mojave.
Slow pace. Contact Mars or Kathy before event for status and details.
Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER
|
| May 7 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures |
|
O: Mount Gleason (6502'):
Via Pacific Crest Trail from Messenger Flats Campground to Mill Creek Summit.
Moderately paced, 12 mile, 1500' gain/loss one way hike on PCT in remote area
of northern San Gabriels. Enjoy this spring hike through a beautiful pine forest
with great desert views. Long car shuttle required. 3 miles of good dirt road
driving. Meet 7:30 AM La Cañada rideshare point. Bring 3 quarts water,
lunch, lugsole boots.
Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: BRENT COSTELLO
|
| May 7 |
Sat |
K-9 Committee, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Skinner Peak (7120'):
Join us to smell the spring flowers on this Mojave Desert peak on
7 easy miles round trip, 1700' gain. Meet 7:30 AM Sylmar rideshare
point or at 6:45 AM for breakfast at Dennys. Bring water for you and
your K-9 buddy, leash, lunch & lugsoles.
Leaders: JULIE RUSH, MIKE SANDFORD
|
| May 7 |
Sat |
Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks |
Canceled
O: Antimony Historical Mining District, Antimony Peak (6848'):
Canceled due to road closure.
Leader: TOM HILL Co-Leader: MARLEN MERTZ
|
| May 7 |
Sat |
Crescenta Valley, K-9 Committee |
|
O: Buckhorn to Waterman Mountain (8038'):
Moderate 6 miles, 1300' gain, 34 miles from La Cañada. Well-mannered
K9s welcome, but must be leashed at lunch. Meet 8 AM La Cañada
rideshare point. Bring lugsoles, water, lunch.
Leaders: AL MADER, CATHY KISSINGER, OLIVIA HERNANDEZ
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| May 7 |
Sat |
Wilderness Adventures |
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O: Mount Wilson (5710'):
Moderately strenuous 14 miles round trip, 4500' gain hike at a moderate
pace, no tigers. We'll start on the Sierra Madre trail and finish at
Chantry Flat. Short car shuttle to starting point. Meet 8AM lower parking
lot at Chantry Flat (from I-210, exit Santa Anita Ave N to end of road).
Bring 2-3 quarts water, lunch, lugsoles. Rain cancels.
Leaders: GARY ANDERSON, DAVE HEFFERNAN
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| May 8 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Liebre Mountain (5760'), Sawtooth Mountain (5200+'), Burnt Mountain (5788'):
Postponed to June 1, due to road closures.
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Co-Leaders: DON CWIK, KENT SCHWITKIS
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| May 10 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
M: Antsell Rock (7679'):
Replaced due to snow conditions with
Apache Peak (7567') and Spitler Peak (7440'),
an "I" (rather than "M") outing of about 14 miles, 2600' gain.
Email leader (Sandy) the week before the event for details.
Leaders: SANDY BURNSIDE, MARS BONFIRE
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| May 10 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
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Management Meeting:
Please join us for our monthly open management committee meeting.
For time and location, contact
Programs Chair: JOE YOUNG
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| May 11 |
Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Eagle Rest Peak (6005'):
We will approach this peak through the Wind
Wolves Preserve. The wild flowers at this time of year should be fantastic. 9
miles round trip, 3300' gain. Contact leader 2-3 days before hike for details.
Bring water, lunch, and lugsoles. Rain cancels.
Leader: DAVE COMERZAN Co-Leaders: WOLF and KAREN LEVERICH
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| May 13 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Lightner Peak (6430'), Bald Eagle Peak (6181'):
Postponed until June 10 due to road closures, and replaced
with Black Mountain #6 (5244'), Red Mountain (5261') (see
below).
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| May 13 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
Replaces Lightner and Bald Eagle
I: Black Mountain #6 (5244'), Red Mountain (5261'):
7 miles round trip, 3500' gain over open and occasionally steep and
rough high desert terrain suitable only for experienced hikers.
High clearance 4WD advised. East of Hwy 14 and north of Mojave.
Slow pace. Call Mars during
four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| May 14 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes-South Bay |
Canceled or postponed
I: Old Man Mountain (5525'), Monte Arido (6010'):
Canceled or postponed due to road and highway closures. But see
trip to White #1 and Deep Creek Hot Springs, below...
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS. Co-Leader: BARRY HOLCHIN
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| May 14 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes-South Bay, Natural Science |
Rescheduled from April 24
I: White Mountain #1 (7727') and Deep Creek Hot Springs:
14th semi-annual Deep Creek Hot Springs hike/soak/swim with another peak.
Roads closed last time, so we'll try it again.
Moderately paced 10 miles, 1800' gain. Bring lunch, water, rain gear, lugs
(swim suit optional). Take time to learn from our naturalist about the fauna
and flora. High clearance vehicles desirable for dirt road driving. Plan on
spending full day - it's near Big Bear, then Hesperia. Rain cancels. Send
email (preferable) or sase with carpool info to
Leader: BARRY HOLCHIN. Co-Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS. Naturalist: SHERRY ROSS
Icons: Forest Service Pass
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| May 14 |
Sat |
LTC |
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I: Mount Lowe (5603') Beginning Navigation Clinic:
5 miles, 500' gain. Spend the day one-on-one with an instructor,
learning/practicing map and compass. Beginners to rusty old timers welcome.
Not a checkoff. Many expert leaders will attend. Many "I"-rated leaders
started here in the past. Send sase, recent no-shows require $25 deposit
(Sierra Club -- refunded at trailhead), H&W phones to
Leader: DIANE DUNBAR Co-Leader: RICHARD BOARDMAN
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| May 14 |
Sat |
Camera |
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O: Mount Hillyer (6160'):
6 miles round trip, 1000' gain over good trail. We will explore and photograph
along the trail to this beautiful little peak in our own Angeles Forest
backyard. Meet 8:30 AM La Cañada rideshare point with water, lunch,
lugsoles, camera, Adventure Pass. Heavy rain cancels.
Leaders: STEVE ANDERSON, ALISON BOYLE
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| May 14-15 |
Sat-Sun |
Orange County Sierra Singles |
|
I: Backpack to Cornell Peak (9750'), Jean Peak (10,670'), Marion Mountain (10,320'), Drury Peak (10,160'), Folly Peak (10,480'), San Jacinto Peak (10,804'):
We take the Palm Springs tram, hike to Round Valley Camp, then to Cornell Peak
(4 miles, 1400' gain on trail and cross-country). Sunday the remaining (10
miles, 3200' gain on trail and cross-country), then hike out. Snow conditions,
if any, will dictate details, routes, objectives. Send sase, H&W phones,
recent backpack experience/conditioning to
Leader: HARRY FORRY Co-Leader: DONNA SPECHT
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| May 15 |
Sun |
HPS, OC, OCSS |
New Outing, not in Schedule (from Orange County newsletter)
O: Mount Williamson (8214'):
Due to road closures, the destination of this hike is now
Josephine
Get your summer conditioning off to a great start and enjoy the beautiful high
country on this 5 mile, 1700' gain loop hike. Easy paced, beginners welcome.
Short car shuttle. Meet 8 AM at North Orange County Rideshare, 9 AM at La
Cañada. Bring water, lunch,
lug soles, jacket.
Leaders: LYNDA ARMBRUSTER, GABRIELE RAU, DORIS DUVAL
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| May 16-18 |
Mon-Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: San Rafael Mountain (6593'), McKinley Mountain (6200'), Santa Cruz Peak (5570'): The Big Three!
Strenuous, moderately paced 32 miles round trip 8000' gain
backpack on road and cross-country in San Rafael Wilderness.
Comfortable camping with water at McKinley Springs. Send email or
SASE with recent conditioning and backing experience to
Karen.
Co-Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH
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| May 21-22 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Samon Peak (6227'):
Backpack the Big 1! Samon is the stopper for the Big 4, so why not
grab this legendary peak and then say, "never again"? Saturday enjoy a
leisurely backpack along the road to Chokecherry Spring, 9.5 miles,
2400' gain, where we set up camp and carouse while veterans relate
fearsome tales of past trips to the Big 4. Sunday we start early,
dayhiking to the summit on a round trip of 6 miles, 1900'
gain. Really, how hard can that be? Find out as we scramble the
unstable slopes, and navigate around the chaparral to this peak. We
backpack out in the afternoon for a final 9.5 miles with only 300'
gain but now with stories of our own! Weekend totals 25 miles, 4600'
gain. Brave souls send sase or esase to
Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leader: KAREN LEVERICH
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| May 22-23 |
Sun-Mon |
LTC, WTC |
|
I: Grinnell Ridge Navigation:
Navigation noodles in San Bernardino National Forest for either checkout or
practice to satisfy Basic (I/M) or Advanced (E) level navigation requirements.
Saturday for practice, skills refresh, altimeter, campfire. Sunday checkout.
To receive homework assignment, send navigation experience/training, any
WTC, rideshare info, H&W phones, sase to
Leader: HARRY FREIMANIS Assistant: BOB BRADSHAW
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| May 23 |
Mon |
Pasadena |
|
O: Moonlight Hike to Mount Lowe or San Gabriel Peak from Eaton Saddle:
Leaders' choice to enjoy night views above Los Angeles Basin on moderate
3-5 mile, 700'-1000' gain hike to historic peak in front range. Meet 7PM
La Cañada rideshare point with water, snack, lugsoles, flashlight.
Leaders: DON BREMNER, BYRON TAYLOR
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| May 24 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Heald Peak (6901'):
7 miles, 3400' gain over demanding terrain only for determined and
conditioned hikers. Might visit Nicolls. High clearance 4WD advised.
Near Isabella Lake.
Slow pace. Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
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| May 25 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Colby Canyon to Josephine Peak (5558'):
10 miles round trip, 2100' gain. Shorter hike to Josephine Saddle optional.
Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare with water, lunch and appropriate footwear.
Leaders: RON ROSIEN, DAN BUTLER
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| May 28 |
Sat |
Wilderness Adventures |
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O: Mount Lowe (5603'):
Scenic 13 mile, 3800' gain moderately paced loop hike past historic Echo
Mountain on the Castle Canyon trail to Inspiration Point and on to Mount
Lowe. Meet 7:50AM top of Lake Ave, Altadena, with 2 quarts water, lunch,
rain gear. Heavy rain cancels.
Leaders: GARY ANDERSON, DAVE HEFFERNAN
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| May 28-30 |
Sat-Mon |
Sierra Sage of South Orange County |
|
O: Backpack, Mount San Jacinto Wilderness, Laws Camp:
10 miles round trip, 1600' gain. Optional day hikes to Tahquitz and
San Jacinto Peaks. History, geology, flora, fauna, preservation discussed.
All campers are self-supporting. Leader provides permit, water filters,
dining fly, shovel. Send $15, sase to
Leader: BRUCE BOYDSTON Assistant: BOB SIEBERT
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|
| Jun 1 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Ring over Waterman (8038'):
From Buckhorn parking area up the Waterman Trail to peak. After lunch down to
Cloudburst Summit, return on road to cars. Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare.
Leaders: BETH MIKA, DAN BUTLER
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| Jun 1 |
Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from May 8
O: Liebre Mountain (5760'), Sawtooth Mountain (5200+'), Burnt Mountain (5788'):
The road opens June 1. Liebre is a nice drive up, the
other 2 are not so pretty, but they're there. Don't expect flowers. 10
miles, 2600' gain on road and steep firebreak. Do one or all. 26 miles
of dirt road driving, AWD vehicles needed. Call or email George for
details.
Co-Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, DON CWIK, TOM HILL
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| Jun 2 |
Thu |
Hundred Peaks |
Canceled
I: Mount Pinos (LO) (8831'), Sawmill Mountain (8818'), Grouse Mountain (8682'):
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Co-Leaders: TOM HILL, DAVE COMERZAN
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| Jun 3 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Pilot Knob (6200'):
Dayhike of Kern County peak near Walker Pass. Southernmost SPS peak,
shared with HPS. Strenuous cross-country with yucca,
brush, some scrambling. 6 miles, 3500' gain. Views of the Domelands.
Mellow pace, especially if the day is warm.
Send sase/email to Karen.
Co-Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH, MARS BONFIRE
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| Jun 4 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
O: Middle Hawkins (8505'), South Mount Hawkins (7783'):
Rescheduled to August 6 due to road closures.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: KATHY CHEEVER
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| Jun 4 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from May 7
O: Southwell Peak (7840'):
Strenuous, but will be moderately
paced! A very beautiful hike via the Devil's Slide Trail. 14 miles, 3100'
gain (2200' to peak, 900' on return) hike. Wilderness permit limits group
size. Moderately slow pace. Email Kathy
during four days before event for status and details.
Leaders: KATHY CHEEVER, MARS BONFIRE
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| Jun 4 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
I: Silver Peak (6756'), Gold Mtn (8235'), Arctic Point (8336'):
Pick up a nice grouping of peaks north and east of Big Bear Lake,
likely by 'pathfinder' routes. Approx 12 miles round trip, 3000' or
more elevation gain.
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Co-Leaders: TOM HILL, LAURA JOSEPH
Icons: Historical
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| Jun 5 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
O: Liebre Mountain (5760'):
Easy hike on pretty trail in the Angeles National
Forest east of Gorman. 6 miles round trip, 1800' gain.
Celebrate the 24th annual
first Sunday in June hike with Stag.
Veterans of
hikes with Stag are encouraged to share their stories about hiking with
Stag. Meet 8:00 AM at the Sylmar rideshare pt. or one hour earlier at
Denny's for breakfast.
Bring water, sturdy boots, USFS
Adventure Pass, and something to share on forested summit.
Leaders: JOE YOUNG and STAG BROWN
Icons: Historical
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| Jun 5 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures, Natural Science |
|
O: Suicide Rock (7528'):
Despite the name this will be a relaxed paced
hike of 6.5 miles, 1700' elevation gain on trail to popular rock
climbers' destination in the San Jacinto Wilderness. There should be
flora galore. Natural Science credit is available. Space is limited by
wilderness permit restriction, so reserve early by email (preferred) or
phone to
Leader/Reservationist: GEORGE WYSUP Co-Leaders/Naturalists: DUANE McRUER, SHERRY ROSS
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| Jun 5 |
Sun |
K-9 Committee, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: San Gabriel Peak (6161'):
Join us on trip to local peak, 4.5 miles round trip, 1400' gain.
Good for beginners. Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare point. Bring
Forest Adventure Pass, water for you and pal, lunch, leash, lugsoles.
Leaders: CHARLOTTE FEITSHANS, TAMMY SOLKO
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| Jun 6-9 |
Mon-Thu |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Samon (6227'), Big Pine (6800'+), West Big Pine (6490'), Madulce (6536'):
Known as the Big Four, this will be a 3 night, 4-day backpack in the Los
Padres National Forest. Totals for the trip will be 45 miles, 8000' gain.
Bear
canister will be needed. Rain or poor road conditions cancels. Contact
leaders for details.
Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE, KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Jun 8 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Waterman Mt (8038') from Cloudburst Summit (7018'):
After the peak it will be down the west ridge to Newcomb's. Car shuttle.
Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare with water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: SOUTHERN COURTNEY, BOB THOMPSON, BETH MIKA
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| Jun 10 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Black Mountain #6 (5244'), Red Mountain (5261'):
Replaced by Lightner Peak (6430'), Bald Eagle Peak (6181')
(see below).
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Jun 10 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from May 13
I: Lightner Peak (6430'), Bald Eagle Peak (6181'):
3 miles round trip, 730' gain through pine and oak on Lightner
and chaparral on Bald Eagle which has some rock sections suitable
only for experienced rock scramblers. On either side of
Caliente-Bodfish Road south of Isabella Lake.
Slow pace. Call Mars during
four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Jun 11 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes South Bay, Natural Science |
New Outing not in Schedule
M: Tahquitz Peak (8846'), Red Tahquitz (8720'), Southwell Peak (7840'), Antsell Rock (7679'), Apache Peak (7667'), Spitler Peak (7440'):
Moderately paced, strenuous over varying terrain. 18 miles round trip,
5200' gain point-to-point trek. Permit limits size. Rain postpones. Esase
(preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare
information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS Co-leaders: SHERRY ROSS, HARVEY GANZ
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| Jun 11 |
Sat |
Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount San Antonio (10,064'), Mount Harwood (9552'), Ski Hut:
Traditional, but always enjoyable, moderately paced loop hike of 12
miles, 3900' gain to the summit of Mt Baldy via the Ski Hut, with a
return over nearby Harwood to the chair lift. Call or email leader
week of hike for updated information.
Leader: TOM HILL Co-Leader: MARLEN MERTZ
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| Jun 14 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
M: Lily Rock (8000'):
3 miles 1600' gain on trail and cross-country. This hike out of Idyllwild involves
a class three rock ascent to the summit. The pace will be moderate.
Email leader (Sandy) the week before the event for details.
Leaders: SANDY BURNSIDE, MARS BONFIRE
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| Jun 14 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
|
Management Meeting:
Please join us for our monthly open management
committee meeting. For time and location, see Lookout or contact
Programs Chair: JOE YOUNG
|
| Jun 18 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Brush Mountain (7048'), San Emigdio Mountain (7492'), Cerro Noroeste (8280+'), Lockwood Peak (6261'):
Easy peak bagging extravaganza. 3 short
hikes (total 6 miles, 2500' gain) in Los Padres National Forest.
Possibly another peak if time permits. Some dirt driving, high clearance
vehicles suggested. Bring most of the 10 essentials. Meet 6:30 AM Sylmar
rideshare point.
Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, TOM HILL, KENT SCHWITKIS
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| Jun 18 |
Sat |
20s & 30s Singles |
|
O: San Gabriel, Mount Lowe, and Mount Disappointment:
Join the Sierra Club as we hike three peaks in the Mt. Wilson area, San
Gabriel Peak, Mt. Lowe, and the ever-popular Mt. Disappointment. These
peaks are some of the highest in the front range of the San Gabriels and
offer fine views of the entire city. We are starting at Eaton Saddle
which is the easiest way to do these peaks. The hike is about 6 miles
roundtrip with about 1500 vertical feet of gain and is rated moderate.
Bring sturdy shoes (hiking boots strongly recommended), at least two
liters of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and a snack to SHARE. It
can get cool on the peaks, so bring a jacket.
Meet at 10:30am at the Sierra Club La Canada rideshare point.
Optional dinner after the hike at a local dining
establishment.
Leaders: STEVEN BERSON, CAROL TUCKER
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| Jun 18 |
Sat |
Santa Clarita |
|
O: Mount Gleason Evening Hike:
Moderate 6 miles, 1000' gain along PCT through mixed conifer forest. Dinner
at summit and back to trailhead by dark. Meet 3:30 PM Canyon Country
rideshare point. Bring water, dinner and side dish or dessert to share,
utensils, lugsoles, flashlight, Adventure Pass.
Leaders: DAVE MORROW, HENRY SCHULTZ
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| Jun 18-19 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, International Community Section, Sierra Singles |
|
I: Charlton Peak (10,806'), Jepson Peak (11,205'), Dobbs Peak (10,459'):
Rescheduled to September 10-11.
Leader: BILL GASKILL Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
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| Jun 22 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Timber Mountain (8303') via Icehouse Canyon:
10 miles round trip, 3300' gain. At slow pace to moderate pace. Shorter option:
to Saddle only. Meet 8:30 AM in Public Parking lot at NE corner of Mills Av and
Baldy Rd in Claremont with water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: DORIS DUVAL, LYNDA ARMBRUSTER
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| Jun 22 |
Wed |
Pasadena |
|
O: Moonlight Hike to Mount Lowe or San Gabriel Peak from Eaton Saddle:
Leaders' choice to enjoy night views above Los Angeles Basin on moderate
3-5 mile, 700'-1000' gain hike to historic front range peak. Meet 7PM
La Cañada rideshare point with water, snack, lugsoles, flashlight.
Leaders: DON BREMNER, RICK ADAMS
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| Jun 24-26 |
Fri-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Sierra Peaks |
|
I: Sirretta Peak (9977'), Cannel Point (8314'), Smith Mountain (9533'), Owens Peak (8453'), Mount Jenkins (7921'):
Take a three day
weekend in the scenic southern Sierra and bag up to three SPS peaks
and three HPS peaks. Friday drive through Kernville and several miles
up into the mountains to Sirretta (SPS). The hike itself is around 7
miles round trip, 2200' gain. The Sirretta trailhead is a nice place
to car camp. Saturday drive on to Cannel Point (HPS), do a brief hike
(2 miles round trip, 900' gain) then drive some more and do another
brief hike (3 miles round trip, 1000' gain) for Smith (SPS). Then either
return to Kernville for Saturday night or proceed out through Kennedy
Meadows towards Ridgecrest. Sunday reconvene west of Ridgecrest for
Owens (HPS and SPS) and Jenkins (HPS): 12 miles round trip, 4500'
gain. Expect some rock scrambling on all five of these peaks. E-mail
or SASE to
Leader: WOLF LEVERICH Co-Leaders: KAREN ISAACSON LEVERICH,
GREG DeHOOGH
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| Jun 25 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes South Bay, Natural Science |
New Outing not in Schedule
M: Lily Rock (8000'), Tahquitz Peak (8846'), Red Tahquitz (8720'), Sam Fink Peak (7339'):
Moderately paced, moderately strenuous on trail and over steep, slippery,
rocky cross-country terrain. 15 miles round trip, 4900' gain loop hike.
Permit limits size. Rain postpones. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent
conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS Co-leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, HARVEY GANZ
|
| Jun 25 |
Sat |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Memorial Hike for Tom Amneus to Waterman Mountain (8038') from Buckhorn:
Please join us on one of Tom's favorite hikes. 6 miles round trip, 1300'
gain at a sociable pace. Meet 9 AM at La Cañada rideshare point
with water, lunch, good footwear and goodies to share.
Leaders: DORIS DUVAL and others
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| Jun 25 |
Sat |
20s & 30s Singles |
|
O: Strawberry Peak (6164'):
Enjoy the day with strawberries at Strawberry
Peak. It may be a bit light on strawberries (like none). But, we can
take care of that by bringing various snacks that have strawberries in it
to share with fellow hikers. Let's see how creative you can be! Moderately
paced 6.5 mile round drip from Red Box parking area with tougher 1 mile peak climb.
Total gain 1400'. Intermediate level hikers recommended. Enjoy lunch on
the peak with awesome views of the Angeles National Forest. Meet at 9:00
AM at the Sierra Club La Cañada rideshare point
to carpool up to the
trailhead. Adventure Pass required for car pool vehicles. Bring water,
lunch, suitable clothing and footwear.
Leaders: DAVID MELTZER, RUSS BLACK
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| Jun 26 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Mount Williamson (8844'), Mount Islip (8250'), Barley Flats (5600'):
Moderately paced 11 miles total trip mostly on trail, 3400' gain for all three. Do
one, two, or all. Meet 7:30 AM at La Cañada rideshare point.
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Co-Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, GARY SCHENK, TOM HILL, SANDY BURNSIDE
|
| Jun 28 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Birch Mountain (7826'), Cedar Mountain (8324'), Wilshire Peak (8680'), Wilshire Mountain (8832'), Little San Gorgonio Peak (9133'):
Postponed due to access issues. Replaced by outing to Palm View Peak,
described below.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: SANDY BURNSIDE, KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Jun 28 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Palm View Peak (7160'):
8 miles rt, 1600' gain on trail and cross country.
Join us as we look for the nonexistent palms on this wonderful peak. Email
Sandy the week before for meeting instructions.
Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, SANDY BURNSIDE
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| Jun 29 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Windy Gap trail to Mt Hawkins (8850'):
A moderate amount of effort gets us to this peak by lunchtime - steep in the
beginning. Meet in La Cañada at 9 AM with water, lunch, good footwear,
and suitable clothing layers.
Leaders: ROSEMARY CAMPBELL, MARY PATTERSON
|
|
| Jul 1 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Bighorn Peak (8441'), Ontario Peak (8693'), Sugarloaf Peak (6924'):
Strenuous 12 mile, 4200' gain loop hike with steep and loose cross-country
on the
descent (or ascent, if we're feeling creative)
via Falling Rock Canyon in the Mt Baldy area. No beginners.
Wilderness permit limits group size. Send sase or esase early to
Karen.
Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH, MARS BONFIRE
|
| Jul 2 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from June 4
I: Crafts Peak (8364'), Grays Peak (7920'), Butler Peak LO (8535'):
Help us do these 3 fine hikes in forested terrain north of Big Bear
(total about 11 miles, 3200' to 3800' gain on road and steep cross
country). Climb Crafts via the standard route, pathfinder routes to
the others. Not for beginners. Some dirt driving, high clearance
vehicles suggested. Bring most of the n essentials. Consider staying
over for the July 3 hike to San Bernardino Ridge. Email or call George
for information.
Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, TOM HILL, LAURA JOSEPH
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| Jul 3 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: San Bernardino East Peak (10,691'), San Bernardino Peak (10,649'), Anderson Peak (10,840'), Shield's Peak (10,680'):
Replaced by Etiwanda and Cucamonga due to snow on San
Bernardino Ridge.
Very strenuous, 20 miles
round trip, 5000' gain hike along the San Bernardino Ridge. Group size
limited by permit. Send email (preferred) or SASE to
Leader: LAURA JOSEPH Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
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| Jul 4 |
Mon |
Pasadena |
|
O: Moonlight Hike to Mount Lowe from Eaton Saddle:
Join us for this popular event. Enjoy Rose Bowl fireworks from high
above Los Angeles Basin on moderate 4 mile, 700' gain hike in Front Range.
Meet 6:45 PM
La Cañada rideshare point with water, snack, lugsoles, flashlight,
binoculars helpful.
Leaders: DON BREMNER, BYRON TAYLOR
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| Jul 6 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Camp Glenwood to Winston Peak (7502'):
Partly on the old Pacific Crest Trail. 7 miles round trip with 1100' of gain.
Meet La Cañada rideshare point at 9 AM with water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: BETH MIKA, DAN BUTLER
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| Jul 8 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Tehachapi Mountain (7960'), Black Mountain #3 (5686'):
8.5 miles round trip, 3750' gain through conifer forest on Tehachapi
and oak, sage brush, and cattle pasture on Black. Near town of
Tehachapi.
Slow pace. Call Mars during
four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Jul 9 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Constance Peak (6645'), Heart Bar Peak (8332'):
Pick up two relatively easy peaks north of Redlands, adjacent to the
San Gorgonio Wilderness, grand views, moderate pace. Do one or both, 7
miles round trip, 1600' gain. Can also join leaders next day for
nearby Sugarloaf Mtn. Call or email leader week of hike for trip
details.
Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leader: TOM HILL
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| Jul 9 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Thunder Mountain (8587'), Telegraph Peak (8985'):
Two wonderful peaks with a springtime view in the Mt. Baldy area.
This will be a bit of a strenuous outing. 13 miles round trip,
3300' gain from Manker Flat area.
Meet 7 AM at Mt. Baldy rideshare.
Bring 10 essentials, water, lunch, goodies, and more goodies.
Leader: VIRGIL POPESCU Co-Leader: LILLY FUKUI
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| Jul 10 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Sugarloaf Mountain (9952'):
Enjoy this isolated summit that towers above the south side of Big
Bear Lake, moderate 8 miles round trip, 1900' gain. High clearance
vehicles recommended due to 6 mile dirt road driving to reach
trailhead. Call or email leader week of hike for trip details.
Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leader: TOM HILL
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| Jul 12 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Grinnell Mountain (10,284'):
We will start at the Lost Creek Trailhead and take off cross country for this
pathfinder route of 12 miles, 4500' gain. Expect an early start, so we can take
advantage of the beautiful scenery and terrain. There are plenty of trees and a
little brush. Moderate pace. Email Sandy the week before the hike for details.
Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE Co-Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, GREG deHOOGH
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| Jul 13 |
Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Mount Burnham (8997'), Mount Baden Powell (9399'), Ross Mountain (7402'):
Strenuous 9 miles round trip, 4500' gain (most on the return, in the
warm afternoon), in San Gabriels on trail and use
trail. Email/sase early to Karen.
Co-Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, DAVE CANNON, GEORGE WYSUP
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| Jul 13 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Kratka Ridge (7515'):
6 miles round trip with 1200' of gain. Car shuttle. Fun ups and downs. Meet at
9 AM La Cañada rideshare with water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: SOUTHERN COURTNEY, BOB THOMPSON
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| Jul 15-16 |
Fri-Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Waterman Mountain (8038') Backpack and Rendezvous:
Everyone else will arrive mid-day on Saturday, so here's the
best way to get a good seat at the Waterman Rendezvous Potluck
and Party: backpack in the night before and camp! It'll be a dry
camp, so you'll need to carry all your water, but you won't need
to carry it all that far -- the total hike will be 8 miles, 1200'
gain. We'll start hiking in late afternoon or early evening.
Option of nipping over and visiting Twin Peaks (7761') on Saturday morning,
before the rendezvous would mean more water, more miles, more gain.
SASE or e-SASE early for more details to
Leaders: WOLF and KAREN LEVERICH Co-Leaders: WINNETTE BUTLER, PAMELA ROWE
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| Jul 16 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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The 12th Annual Great Waterman Mountain (8038') Rendezvous and Informal Pot Luck:
HPS invites you to join us for our annual party atop Waterman Mountain.
Plan on spending some time on top getting acquainted and having fun
(and eating) as most hikes won't be returning to the cars until late
afternoon or early evening. Be sure to bring lots of food and drink to
share with other hungry hikers. Rain cancels.
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| Jul 16 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Waterman Mountain (8038'):
Beginners welcome on this easy moderately paced hike. 8 miles
1200' gain. Picnic on top of the peak. Meet 9:30 AM La Cañada rideshare point.
Leaders: FRANK DOBOS, LAURA QUINN, DIANE DUNBAR
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| Jul 16 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: West Twin (7596'), Twin Peaks (7767'), Mt Waterman (8038'):
Meet the HPS membership and friends atop Waterman by 1 PM for the celebrations,
via pathfinder route from Twin Peaks. Also, be one of the few to visit the beautiful
stepsister, West Twin. Stats about 12 miles, 4200' gain on road, trail, use trail,
and steep, loose mountainside, with a bit of scrambling. For experienced,
conditioned hikers. Bring 4 liters liquid and treats to share. Meet 5:30 AM at
La Cañada rideshare.
Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Co-Leaders: GREG DE HOOGH, KENT SCHWITKIS, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
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| Jul 16 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Waterman Mountain (8308') By Mountain Bike:
7 miles
round trip, 1300' gain on fireroad. Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare
point. Bring good quality mountain bike, riding helmet, spare tube, and
cable lock, and don't forget some goodies to share with all those hiker
dudes who will be looking at you funny as you arrive on two
wheels.
Leaders: KATHY CHEEVER, MARS BONFIRE
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| Jul 17 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Jean Peak (10,670'), Marion Mountain (10,320'):
Let the Palm Springs Tram take you up to the trailhead for this moderately
strenuous but picturesque route to Jean and Marion, 10 miles round trip, 2500'
gain. Permit limits group size, so call or email leader in advance to reserve a
spot.
Leader: VIRGIL POPESCU Co-Leader: PAT ARREDONDO
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| Jul 17 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: 10K Ridge (10,094'), Lake Peak (10,161'), Grinnell Mtn (10,284'):
Reverse the normal order for doing these peaks and see how it goes on this
strenuous trip to visit the dominant ridge east of San Gorgonio Mountain, 11 miles
round trip, 3100' gain. We scramble up steep slopes, admire the "toothpick forest,"
and generally enjoy ourselves in the beautiful forest along this high wilderness
ridgeline. Number of participants limited by permit, so reserve early. Send
sase/esase to
Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Assistant: GEORGE WYSUP
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| Jul 17 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Pacifico Mountain (7124'), Granite Mountain #1 (6600+'), Round Top (6316'):
Canceled due to road closure. (Probably will be replaced with a hike
rather than a drive up, once the weather cools off.)
Co-Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH, MARK ALLEN
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| Jul 18 |
Mon |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Middle Hawkins (8505'), South Mount Hawkins (7783'):
7 miles, 2400' gain over occasionally steep and loose terrain.
This area burned a few years ago, watch for signs that it's
making a comeback.
Off Angeles Crest Highway in San Gabriel
Mountains.
Slow pace. Email/SASE early to Karen.
Co-Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KAREN LEVERICH
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| Jul 23 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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I/O: Frank Goodykoontz Memorial Hike:
Several slow and moderately paced hikes will be led. Meet at 8 AM
at La Cañada rideshare point to join the slower paced hike
suitable for beginners. Meet at 9 AM at La Cañada to join
the faster paced group. Both groups will rendezvous on the summit
of Mount Williamson (8244'). 8 miles round trip and 1500' gain. Bring
water, sturday boots, hat, sunscreen, and stories about Frank and
goodies to share.
Leaders: JOE YOUNG, DAVID F EISENBERG, DIANE DUNBAR, DAVID MICHELS, FRANK DOBOS, JOHN CONNELLY
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| Jul 23 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Frank Goodykoontz Memorial Hike to Goodykoontz Peak (7558'):
The main group will celebrate Frank at Eagle Roost Picnic Area
and may not reach Goodykoontz Peak itself. Do you want to visit the peak
first then join the main group? We haven't settled on a route yet, but
figure 7 to 10 miles or so of hiking, 3000'-4000' gain, some on trail,
some cross-country. E-mail or SASE to Karen for more
information.
Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER, WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH, WINNETTE BUTLER
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| Jul 23 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from July 12th
Management Meeting:
July's management meeting was postponed, and will now
be held as after the Frank Goodykoontz Memorial Hike.
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| Jul 23-24 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, OCSS |
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I: Jean Peak (10,670'), Drury Peak (10,162'), Marion Mountain (10,362'), Folly Peak (10,480'):
Rescheduled to September 24-25.
Leader: BILL GASKILL Co-Leader: GEORGE WYSUP
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| Jul 23 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Etiwanda Peak (8662'), Cucamonga Peak (8859'), Bighorn Peak (8441'):
Moderately paced 18 mile, 4600' gain, round trip hike in Cucamonga Wilderness.
Ascend via Chapman Trail. Descend via Icehouse Canyon Trail. Cool peaks, great
views. Soak feet in refreshing creek after peaks. Wilderness permit limits group
size. Email Leader for status and details. Bring 3-4 quarts water, lunch, lugsole
boots, hat, sunscreen, small towel.
Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: BRENT COSTELLO
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| Jul 24 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Winston Peak (7502'), Winston Ridge (7003'):
6 miles round trip, 1200' gain from
Cloudburst Summit. Slow to moderately paced.
NO TIGERS. Meet 9:30 AM
La Cañada
rideshare point with
water, lunch, good footwear.
Co-Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH, MARK ALLEN
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| Jul 26 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Cornell Peak (9750'):
5 miles, 1600' gain involving some rock scrambling suitable only for
hikers with good rock scrambling skills.
In San Jacinto State Park above Palm Springs.
Slow pace. Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
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| Jul 27 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Winston Ridge (7003'):
Leisurely hike from Cloudburst Summit down to Cooper Canyon Campground. Then
back up the Pacific Crest Trail and on out to the top of Winston Ridge. 6 miles
round trip with 1600' gain. Meet at 9 AM La Cañada rideshare point
with lunch, water, good footwear.
Leaders: BETH MIKA, SOUTHERN COURTNEY
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| Jul 30 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, WTC |
|
O: Baldylocks and the Three T's:
You know the story: Baldylocks
heads out from her Mt. Baldy Village home at the strike of dawn
and hikes up 6000' in 6 miles to the top of Mt. Baldy (10,064')
where, gazing eastward, she spies Mama T, Papa T and Baby T, aka
the Three T's. "A T party!" she exclaims and scrambles over
Devil's Backbone, past the ski lift and up Thunder Mt. (8587'),
Telegraph Peak (8985') and Timber Mt. (8303') before descending
Icehouse Canyon to a waiting car shuttle. "Only 18 miles and
8600' gain -- this hike was ju-u-u-u-st right!" This will be a
very long and very strenuous hike, paced to complete pre-dark.
But if you think this hike is just right too, email your
conditioning, experience and contact info to
Leader: EDD RUSKOWITZ Assistant: MELISSA KANE
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| Jul 30-31 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Three Sans in 24 Hours:
Peter decided he wanted to hike San Antonio
(10,064'), San Jacinto (10,804') and San Gorgonio (11,499') in one 24-hour
period. Greg, fool that he is, decided that sounded like fun, though he did
convince Peter we don't have to include the time up to the first one or down
from the last one in the 24 hours. We're planning to get San Antonio via
the ski lift and San Jacinto via the tram on Saturday. Sunday morning we'll
be out there early to get San Gorgonio. Fellow fools fleet of foot feel
free to join us. About 33 miles and 10,000' gain for the weekend. Space
limited by permit. Send email (preferred) or SASE, with conditioning and
experience, to
Leader: GREG DE HOOGH Co-Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
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| Jul 31 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Copter Ridge (7499'), Middle Hawkins (8505'), Mt Hawkins (8850') loop:
Canceled due to highway closure.
Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Assistant: TOM HILL
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|
| Aug 3 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Throop Peak (9138'), Mount Burnham (8997') from Dawson Saddle:
6 miles round trip, 1400' gain. Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare point with
water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: DON SIMINSKI, JENNIFER WASHINGTON
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| Aug 4 |
Thu |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
M: Southwell Peak (7840'), Antsell Rock (7879'):
Slow paced,
strenuous hike on trail and over steep, rocky cross-country
terrain, 16 miles rt, 3500' gain. The summit block on Antsell
involves 3rd class rock.
Email or SASE early to Karen.
Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH
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| Aug 5 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Three Sisters (8100'):
A pretty forested peak in San Bernardino National Forest, 7 miles
round trip on road and cross-country, 1800' gain.
Mellow pace. Email or SASE early to Karen.
Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH, MARS BONFIRE
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| Aug 6 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Morris Peak (7215'):
Replaced by Middle and South Hawkins (see below)
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: KATHY CHEEVER
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| Aug 6 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
Replaces Morris Peak
O: Middle Hawkins (8505'), South Mount Hawkins (7783'):
7 miles, 2400' gain over occasionally steep and loose terrain suitable
only for experienced hikers. Off Angeles Crest Highway in San Gabriel
Mountains.
Slow pace. Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: KATHY CHEEVER
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| Aug 6 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures |
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O: Mount Pinos (8831'), Sawmill Mountain (8818'), Grouse Mountain (8650'), Cerro Noroeste (8286'):
Moderately paced 10 mile, 2500' gain, one way hike near Frazier Park. Long car
shuttle. Cool peaks, great views. Meet 7:45 AM Sylmar rideshare point. Bring 3-4
quarts water, lunch, lugsole boots, hat, sunscreen.
Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: LAURA LATHROP-WARRINER
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| Aug 9 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: San Bernardino Peak (10,649'):
18 miles round trip, 4900' gain, strenuous, but moderately paced hike on the San
Bernardino Peak Divide Trail out of Angeles Oaks. Come out for a midweek hike to
a peak that is traditionally bagged form the East. Email leader the week before
for details.
Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE Co-Leader: MARS BONFIRE
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| Aug 9 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
|
Management Meeting:
Please join us for our monthly open management committee meeting.
It will be held at the home of WINNETTE BUTLER
|
| Aug 10 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Gleason (6502'):
6 miles round trip, 1000'+ of gain mostly on the Pacific Crest Trail. Good shade
most of the hike. Meet 9 AM at La Cañada rideshare point with water, lunch,
good footwear.
Leaders: SOUTHERN COURTNEY, PATRICK VAUGHN
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| Aug 12 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Pine Mountain (9648'), Dawson Peak (9575'):
9 miles round trip, 2730' gain along dirt road and steep, narrow and
dangerous ridge suitable only for experienced hikers. In San
Gabriel Mountains above Wrightwood.
Slow pace. Call Mars during
four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Aug 13 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Castle Rocks (8600'), Black Mountain #1 (7772'):
Replaced by Drury and Jean, see August 21st.
Leader: LAURA JOSEPH Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
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| Aug 13 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Drury Peak (10,160'), Jean Peak (10,670'):
Rescheduled to August 21st.
Leader: LAURA JOSEPH Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
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| Aug 13 |
Sat |
Mount Baldy, Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: Sunset Peak (5796'):
Join us for easy (slow) paced 7
miles round trip, 1300' gain walk on a fireroad near Mt Baldy.
Meet 8 AM at the Mount Baldy rideshare point. Bring water, snack,
rain/wind gear, Adventure Pass. Rain cancels.
Leader: KEVIN LAHEY 909-624-6731, FLORA JOHNSON
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| Aug 16 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from July 19
O: Thunder Mountain (8587'), Telegraph Peak (8985'), Timber Mountain (8303'):
Known as the three "T" in the Angeles National Forest near Mt. Baldy. We will
do this as a car shuttle. 13 miles round trip with 3800' of gain. Contact
leader 2-3 days before hike for details. Bring water, lunch, and lugsoles.
Rain cancels.
Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, INGEBORG PROCHAZKA
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| Aug 17 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Wilson (5700'):
6 miles round trip, 800' gain. Hike around the peak. Visit the 100-inch telescope.
A docent tells about the old and the new telescopes. Meet 9 AM La Cañada
rideshare. Bring water, boots, and lunch.
Leaders: JOHN DePOY, JANET BARTEL
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| Aug 20-21 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: 10,000 Foot Ridge (10,094'), Lake Peak (10,161') and Grinnell Mountain (10,284'):
Join us for a leisurely pathfinder by backpack to these 3 peaks in the San
Bernardino's! Saturday afternoon we'll hike in about 1.5 miles (300' gain) toward
10K via a cross-country ridge from the north, set up camp and enjoy the forest
ambiance. Then Sunday continue up the ridge to 10K, amble over to Lake Peak, go
pick off Grinnell, then shortcut down to Fish Creek Trail and hike out. This will
be a slow-paced but still strenuous hike of 15 miles round trip and 3500' total
gain for the weekend. 14 miles of dirt road driving to reach the trailhead - your
high clearance vehicle especially appreciated! Space limited by permit, so SASE
early to
Leader: KATHY CHEEVER Assistant: KAREN ISAACSON LEVERICH
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| Aug 20 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Pine Mountain #1 (9648'), Dawson Peak (9575'), Wright Mountain (8505'):
Rugged trail scramble north of Mount Baldy for the first two peaks with some rocky
stretches for experienced hikers, relaxed pace, 6 miles round trip, 2600' gain.
Those with a little extra energy can join us on a short visit to nearby Wright
Mountain after the adventure. Call or email leader week of hike.
Leader: TOM HILL Co-Leader: LILLY FUKUI
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| Aug 21 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Drury Peak (10,160'), Jean Peak (10,670'), Folly Peak (10,480+'):
Join us in this San Jacinto Wilderness
area hike and enjoy
the beautiful, but steep, Marion Mountain Trail to a junction with the
Pacific Crest Trail (PCT),
to the Deer Springs trail, and on to Drury, Folly and Jean. Fast pace, 13 miles
round trip, 5200' gain.
Group size limited by permit. Send email (preferred) or SASE to
Leader: LAURA JOSEPH Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
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| Aug 23 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Copter Ridge (7499'):
7 miles, 3100' gain on occasionally steep and loose slopes and ridges
suitable only for adroit and experienced hikers. Off Angeles Crest
Highway in San Gabriel Mountains.
Slow pace. Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
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| Aug 24 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Baden-Powell (9399'):
8 miles round trip with 2800' gain to the second highest peak in the San Gabriels.
Start and finish hike at Vincent Gap. Pace will be slow for some moderate for others.
Meet 8:30 AM at La Cañada
rideshare point. Bring lots of water and appropriate footwear.
Leaders: DORIS DUVAL, DON SIMINSKI
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| Aug 27 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Islip (8250') 15th Annual Peaknic Hike:
Peaknic at Little Jimmys Camp Ground
Moderate pace - 6 miles rt 1300' gain.
Meet at 9 AM at La Cañada rideshare point.
Bring lug soles, water, your best potluck item & good cheer.
Leaders: MIKE & DOTTY SANDFORD, FRANK DOBOS, LAURA QUINN
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| Aug 28 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Copter Ridge (7499'), Mount Hawkins (8850'), Throop Peak (9138'):
Note: Because of the closure of Highway 2 at Islip Saddle, this hike will
possibly omit Throop Peak, and even so be 15 miles round trip, 4000' of gain.
Traverse this classic ridge in the San Gabriels, moderately strenuous but relaxed
pace, 12 miles round trip, 3400' gain. More than half the gain is on the return.
Celebrate with leaders who are looking for an excuse to party as they duplicate
their first outing together (2001). Call or email leader week of hike.
Leader: TOM HILL Co-Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH
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| Aug 31 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Hawkins (8850') from Windy Gap Trail:
Join us on this 7 miles round trip, 1500' gain scenic hike (steep from
highway to Windy Gap).
Shorter or longer options available.
Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare point.
Bring water, lunch, suitable clothing layers, good footwear.
Leaders: ROSEMARY CAMPBELL, RON ROSIEN
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|
| Sep 1 |
Thu |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Deer Mountain (5536'):
10 miles, 2100' gain over brushy terrain with downed trees.
Might visit one or more area peaks. High clearance 4WD advised.
On north side of San Bernardino Mountains. Slow pace.
Email or SASE early to Karen.
Co-Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH, DAVE COMERZAN
|
| Sep 2 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing not in Schedule
I: Galena (9330'): Day hike this steep one in the San Bernardino
Mountains. 8 miles, 3200' gain round trip. Moderately paced, very
strenuous hike over very slippery, very steep, rocky cross-country
terrain. Terrain
limits size of group. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent
conditioning to Karen.
Co-Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH, MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER, DAVE COMERZAN, PETER DOGGETT, VIRGIL POPESCU
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| Sep 7 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Throop (9138'), Mount Hawkins (8850') from Dawson Saddle:
Beautiful 6 miles round trip, 1300' gain hike, with shorter or longer options
available. No car shuttle. Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare with water,
lunch, suitable clothing and footwear.
Leaders: ROSEMARY CAMPBELL, PATRICK VAUGHN
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| Sep 7 |
Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from April
C/O: Apache Peak (7567'), Spitler Peak (7440'):
Joint hike with folks from Zen
Mountain Center. We invited trainees at ZMC to join our hike to these two
peaks (about 14 miles round trip and 2600' gain). Both peaks are near Mountain Center
on the Desert Divide. For those who are interested, following the hike
there will be a brief introduction to the philosophy and practice of Zen
Buddhism. Email leaders a few days in advance.
Leaders: INGEBORG PROCHAZKA, DAVE COMERZAN, WOLF LEVERICH
|
| Sep 8 |
Thu |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
M: Lily Rock (8000+'):
Slow paced,
strenuous hike on trail and steep cross-country
terrain near Idyllwild. 3 miles round trip, 1600' gain. The summit block
involves 3rd class rock.
Email or SASE early to Karen.
Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH, MARS BONFIRE
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| Sep 9 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Cornell Peak (9750'), Jean Peak (10,670'), Marion Mountain (10,320'):
10 miles round trip, 3100' gain in San Jacinto State Park above Palm
Springs with Cornell and Marion involving dangerous rock scrambling
suitable only for experienced rock scramblers. Tram fee.
Slow pace. Call Mars during
four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Sep 10-11 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes South Bay, Natural Science |
Postponed, new date to be announced
I: San Ysidro Mountain (6147'), Combs Peak (6193'), Palomar High Point (6140'):
Moderately paced, strenuous, cross-county/brush. Day 1: San Ysidro 8 miles
round trip, 2100' gain. Car Camp. Day 2: 6 miles 1400' gain and lots of
dirt road driving. Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Esase (preferred)
or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS Co-leader: SHERRY ROSS
|
| Sep 10-11 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, International Community Section, Sierra Singles |
Rescheduled from Jun 18-19
I: Charlton Peak (10,806'), Jepson Peak (11,205'), Dobbs Peak (10,459'):
Backpack in the glorious high country of San Gorgonio! 18
miles, 5500' gain on trail and cross country. Potluck Saturday night.
Space limited to first 12 people. Send E-mail by Sept 6 to
Leader: BILL GASKILL Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
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| Sep 13 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
|
Annual Business/Management Meeting:
All are welcome to attend our
annual business meeting, where nominations are finalized for next
year's Management Committee. In addition, proposals for Bylaw changes,
peak additions and deletions, and other matters on which members will
vote are discussed and votes are taken on whether to put them on the
ballot. The business meeting follows the monthly Management Committee
meeting. Refreshments provided by the committee. To attend the
business meeting only, arrive by 7 pm. The management meeting will
begin at 6:30 pm at the Eaton Canyon Nature Center, located at 1750 N
Altadena Dr in Pasadena. Go north from I-210 on Altadena Dr
approximately 1 1/2 miles. Enter the Nature Center parking area on
your right shortly after crossing New York Dr.
|
| Sep 14 |
Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from Jun 28
I: Birch Mountain (7826'), Cedar Mountain (8324'), Wilshire Peak (8680'), Wilshire Mountain (8832'), Little San Gorgonio Peak (9133'):
15 miles, 6200' gain (perhaps less) over occasionally rough, steep, and loose terrain
suitable only for agile, well conditioned, and determined hikers.
Along Yucaipa Ridge above Redlands.
Slow pace, car shuttle. Email Karen before September 13th or call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: SANDY BURNSIDE, KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Sep 14 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Middle Hawkins (8505') from Windy Gap & beyond:
6 miles round trip, 1600' of gain. Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare point
with water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: SOUTHERN COURTNEY, ROSEMARY CAMPBELL
|
| Sep 16 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Cleghorn Mountain (5333'), Cajon Mountain (5360'), Sugarpine Mountain (5478'), Monument Peak #2 (5290'):
Moderate hike, 6 miles round trip, 900' gain on trail and
road in San Bernardino National Forest near Fwy 15. Rough dirt road
drives between peaks, your high clearance vehicle especially
welcome.
Email or SASE early to Karen.
Co-Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH, DAVE COMERZAN
|
| Sep 17-18 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes South Bay, Natural Science |
|
I: Galena Peak (9324'), Ten Thousand Foot Ridge (10,094'), Grinnell Mountain (10,284'), Lake Peak (10,161'):
Dayhike this steep one in the San Bernardino Mountains. 8 miles, 3200'
gain round trip. Moderately paced, very strenuous hike over very slippery,
very steep, rocky cross-country terrain.
Carcamp near Heartbar Camp. Sunday - rise early to bag the other 3 peaks,
16 miles round trip, 4200' gain from Aspen trailhead (12 miles round trip,
3400' gain from Fish Creek trailhead). Terrain limits size of group.
Bring ten essentials, water, lunch, and potluck.
Esase (preferred)
or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS Co-leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, SHERRY ROSS, BARRY HOLCHIN,
HARVEY GANZ
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| Sep 17 |
Sat |
LTC |
|
Free Chapter-sponsored First Aid class in Los Angeles and Orange County:
Advance registration required, limited capacity so sign up early. Send 2 SASE + $50
check made out to FACF (refunded at class), phone and email contacts to 1st Aid/CPR,
514B Garfield Ave., South Pasadena, CA 91030. See LTC website for more information.
|
| Sep 17 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Pacific Crest Trail from Messenger Flats Campground to Soledad Canyon:
Moderately paced 14 mile, 1000' gain/4000' loss, one way hike in remote, northern
side of San Gabriel Mountains. Beautiful Fall hike starting at 5900' in spruce,
oak and pine forest, with great views of Vasquez Rocks, Southern Sierras, Mojave
Desert, and Sierra Pelona Ridge. Be prepared for an all-day decent. Long car
shuttle required. 3 miles of good dirt road driving. Meet 7:45 AM Newhall Park
and Ride, Fwy 14, 2 miles North of I-5, exit San Fernando Road, turn right.
Bring 3-4 qts water, lunch, lugsole boots.
Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: DEAN WALLRAFF
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| Sep 17 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Islip (8850'), Middle Hawkins (8505') from Windy Gap:
Enjoy ascents
of two classic peaks along the spine of the San Gabriels, relaxed pace, 9
miles round trip, 2100' gain. At this time we don't know if the Islip Saddle
gate on Hwy 2 will open by the scheduled date, so please come prepared to
hike an additional 5 miles round trip and 700' gain on scenic PCT trail if
necessary to enjoy these peaks. Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare point. Bring
lunch, water, good cheer. Rain threat or forest closure cancels.
Leader: TOM HILL Co-Leader: LILLY FUKUI
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| Sep 18 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from April 3
I: Cleghorn Mountain (5333'), Cajon Mountain (5360'), Sugarpine Mountain (5478'), Monument Peak #2 (5290'):
Short hikes, 3 miles round trip, 1100'
gain on brushy firebreak and road in SBNF. Rough dirt road drives between
peaks, AWD high clearance vehicle needed. Email or phone George the week
before the outing.
Co-Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, TOM HILL, MARLEN MERTZ
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| Sep 19-21 |
Mon-Wed |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: McDonald (6870'), Alamo (7367'), Stewart (6941'), Cobblestone (6730'), White #2 (6250'), Snowy (6532'), Black #2 (6202'):
Join us for 3 days of hiking
in the Los Padres National Forest. We will drive in to the saddle, hiking
Alamo and McDonald along the way in. With the saddle as base camp, we will
do
the rest of the peaks over the next two days. Rain or poor road conditions
cancels. Contact leaders for details.
Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
|
| Sep 24 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
O: Adopt a Highway Clean-Up:
The clean-up of the five-mile stretch of the Angeles Crest Highway between
Newcomb's Ranch and Cloudburst Summit is the responsibility of the HPS. Join
leaders Jim Fleming and Joe Young and help rid this portion of the highway of trash.
Hard hats, trash bags and other equipment provided by HPS. After
clean-up join the HPS at its Round Up at Chilao picnic area.
Meet 8AM La Cañada rideshare point.
Bring gloves and something to
share at the Round Up.
Leaders: JIM FLEMING, JOE YOUNG
Icons: Historical
|
| Sep 24 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
O: Hundred Peaks Fall Round Up:
Celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the first HPS Round Up at the Chilao picnic
area along the Angeles Crest Highway. The event starts at 3:00 PM. Bring food,
drink, and stories to share. Late start time allows for participation on the
Adopt a Highway Clean-Up or local peakbagging prior to the party. Look for
signage to the picnic site.
Hosts: STAG and NAMI BROWN
Icons: Historical
|
| Sep 24-25 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, OCSS |
Rescheduled from July
I: Jean Peak (10,670'), Drury Peak (10,162'), Marion Mountain (10,362'), Folly Peak (10,480'):
Canceled.
Leader: BILL GASKILL Co-Leader: GEORGE WYSUP
|
| Sep 24 |
Sat |
Pasadena, Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: Hastings Peak (4000'):
Moderate hike and pace via Bailey Canyon
Trail, 8 miles round trip, 3000' gain, meet at Bailey Canyon Park in Sierra Madre
8:00 AM. (From 210 Fwy, exit Baldwin and go N, W on Carter to end of road). Bring
water, lunch, lugsoles. Rain cancels.
Leaders: MEI KWAN, GARY KINSLEY
|
| Sep 26 |
Mon |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: Buck Point (6433'), San Sevaine (5240'+):
Postponed.
Co-Leaders: WOLF & KAREN LEVERICH, DAVE COMERZAN
|
| Sep 27 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Sunday Peak (8295'), Bohna Peak (6760'):
6 miles, 2300' gain on trails. In Southern Sierra above Isabella Lake.
High clearance 4WD advised.
Slow pace. Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
|
| Sep 28 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Williamson (8214'):
5 miles round trip, 1600' gain with short and steep use-trail to summit. Meet 9 AM
at La Cañada rideshare with water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: DORIS DUVAL, MARY PATTERSON
|
|
| Oct 1 |
Sat |
LTC |
|
Leadership Training Seminar in Griffith Park:
Required for all potential
leaders. Send $25 check made out to "Sierra Club," name, address, phone and email
contacts to Steve Botan, LTC Registrar, 18815 Thornwood Circle, Huntington Beach,
CA 92646 by mid-September.
See LTC website for more information.
|
| Oct 1 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Round Mountain (5272'), Luna Mountain (5967'), Rattlesnake Mountain (6131'):
5 miles, 1300' gain over easy to moderate terrain. On north side of
San Bernardino Mountains east of Victorville. High clearance 4WD advised.
Slow pace. Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: KATHY CHEEVER
|
| Oct 1 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, 20s & 30s |
|
I: Lookout Mountain #2 (6812'):
Hike from Mt. Baldy Village through Bear Canyon to Lookout #2, returning to Cow
Canyon Saddle. Hopefully temperatures will be cooler as we ascend to enjoy
wonderful views of the surrounding area. Short car shuttle will be necessary.
3200' of gain, 7 miles of mostly cross-country with plenty of bushwhacking.
Meet 8 AM. Contact leader for meeting point. Bring 3 liters of water, lunch,
lug soles, etc.
Leader: MICHAEL S. DAINES. Assistants: GEORGE WYSUP, SHERRY ROSS
|
| Oct 1 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Mount Burnham (8997'), Mount Baden-Powell (9399'), Ross Mountain (7402'):
Come join us for a moderately paced, strenuous challenge as we take the
shortcut to Burnham. 9 miles, 3800' gain. (Almost 1/2 of this is on the
return trip.) Email your qualifications and recent hiking experience to
Leader: LAURA JOSEPH Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
|
| Oct 1 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: Winston Peak (7502'), Winston Ridge (7003'):
7 miles round trip, 1500' gain on trail near Cloudburst Summit. Meet
8:00 AM, La Cañada rideshare point. Bring water, lunch,
goodies to share, etc. Rain cancels.
Leaders: VIRGIL POPESCU, LILLY FUKUI
|
| Oct 1 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Mount Burnham (8997'), Mount Baden-Powell (9399'), Ross Mountain (7402'):
Rescheduled to October 1.
Leader: LAURA JOSEPH Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
|
| Oct 2 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: Liebre Mtn (5760+'):
6 miles round trip, 1900' gain tramp at relaxed pace via PCT, with a
bit of easy cross-country near summit, through oak forest likely
sporting fall color. Meet several leaders for George's
lead-the-HPS-List finish and engage in some gentle celebration. Come
prepared for whatever weather, bringing at least 2 liters of water,
liquid refreshment, and tasty foodstuffs to share. Meet 8:30 AM at
Sylmar (Roxford St) rideshare point.
Co-Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, PAT ARREDONDO, DAVE BEYMER, SANDY
BURNSIDE, WINNETTE BUTLER, JOHN CONNELLY, DON CROLEY, DON CWIK, HARVEY
GANZ, GINNY HERINGER, TOM HILL, LAURA JOSEPH, MELISSA KANE, KAREN LEVERICH, MARY
MCMANNES, MARKEY and ROBERT NEIGHBORS, MAURA RAFFENSPERGER, EDD
RUSKOWITZ, GARY SCHENK, KENT SCHWITKIS, MIKKI SIEGEL, BOBCAT THOMPSON,
WAYNE VOLLAIRE, and ASHER WAXMAN
|
| Oct 8-9 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, PVSB, Natural Science |
|
I: Sheep (6560'), Martinez (5141'), Asbestos (5265'), Toro (8716'), Santa Rosa (8070'):
Saturday - Sheep & Martinez - very strenuous, moderately paced on trail and on
steep, slippery cross-country beautiful desert terrain 18 mile round trip, 5500'
gain hike; may very well come back in dark. Sunday - the rest. Rain postpones.
Esase (preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare
information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS Co-Leader: GREG DE HOOGH, GEORGE WYSUP
|
| Oct 9 |
Sun |
Verdugo Hills, Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: Sunset Peak (5796'):
You are invited to this 7 mile 1300' gain easy hike
in the shadow of Mt Baldy. Great view of the nearby mountains. Meet 8:30 AM
at Harwood Lodge or 9 AM at Cow Canyon Saddle. Bring water, snack,
wear hiking boots. Rain cancels.
Leaders: FRANK DOBOS, LAURA QUINN
|
| Oct 12 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Mount Islip (8250') from Islip Saddle:
Moderate pace, 7 miles round trip, 1500' gain via Little Jimmy Campground. Meet
9 AM La Cañada Rideshare with water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: DON SIMINSKI, JENNIFER WASHINGTON
|
| Oct 14 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes South Bay, Natural Science |
|
O: Palm Springs Tram (8450') Moonlight Hike:
Strenuous hike for tigers only, 10 miles, 8300' gain to tram with high
probability of including Mount San Jacinto (10,804') (additional 10
miles, 2400' gain). We'll start hiking before midnight, and this time
we'll have two groups, one SJ bound and the other naturalizing at a more
relaxed pace. Bring money for tram ride and taxi back to cars. Send email
(preferable) or sase with carpool info,
conditioning/experience to
Leader: BARRY HOLCHIN Co-Leaders: TONY TRULL, KENT SCHWITKIS, SHERRY ROSS
|
| Oct 14-16 |
Fri-Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Cobblestone Cleanout:
McDonald (6870'), Alamo (7367'), Stewart (6941'),
Cobblestone (6730'), White #2 (6250'), Snowy (6532'), and Black #2 (6202'). Join
us on a very STRENUOUS weekend of hiking in Ventura County, and bag 7 peaks,
including 1 of the toughest on the list - Cobblestone. Friday - bag Alamo and
McDonald, then make car camp and get to bed early. Saturday - Cobblestone and
White combined - 16 miles AND 6,500+ gain. Sunday - Finish up the last 3, and
drive out. Totals for the weekend - 30 miles AND 11,500+ gain. Expect at least
1 pathfinder, and a lot of fun! Your 4 wheel drive vehicle will be
appreciated. Due to the tough grind of this weekend, participation will be
limited to a small group - no more than 14 total. Contact Don
to be added to the list of participants.
Leaders: DON CWIK, GEORGE WYSUP, ROBERT and MARKEY NEIGHBORS
|
| Oct 15 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Orange County, OCSS |
|
O: Suicide Rock (7528'):
Easy paced 7 miles round trip, 1900' gain hike on Deer Spring Trail to enjoy
views of dense forests, rugged granite cliffs, and Idyllwild. Bring lugs, lunch
and 2 quarts of water. Permit limits group size. Email leaders at least 4 days
before hike for meeting time and place.
Leaders: GABRIELE RAU, LYNDA ARMBRUSTER
|
| Oct 15 |
Sat |
Pasadena, Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: Mount Wilson (5710'):
Strenuous hike, but moderate pace on historic Mount
Wilson trail from Sierra Madre. 15 miles round trip, 4700' gain. Meet 7:30 AM at
trail head.
(From
210 Fwy, exit Baldwin go N, E on Mira Monte to Mt. Wilson Trail Park). Bring
3 quarts water, lunch, suitable clothings, lugsole. Rain cancels.
Leaders: MEI KWAN, GARY KINSLEY
|
| Oct 15 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: Buck Point (6433'), San Sevaine (5240'+):
Two modest peaks near Cajon Pass with vehicle access limited to fall
season. Moderately paced 8 miles round trip, 2000' gain on road and
firebreak. High clearance vehicles recommended. Email/call leaders
week of hike for meeting time and place.
Leaders: JAMES CARDEN, VIRGIL POPESCU
|
| Oct 20-23 |
Thu-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures |
|
O: Pacific Crest Trail Backpack from Onyx Summit (8500') to Holcomb Creek (6500'):
San Bernardino Mountains. Moderately paced 3 day, 36 mile, one way backpack on PCT.
Side trips to Gold Mtn. (8235'), Bertha Peak (8201'), Delamar Mtn. (8398'), Little
Bear Peak (7621'). Experience the Fall in a beautiful forest, climbing peaks and
learning about the natural history of the area. Average day will be 12 miles with
2000' gain/loss. We will spend Thurs. night in Keller Ski Hut and start backpacking
Fri. morning. No layover days/no beginners. Long car shuttle. Send 2 SASE, H&W
phones, e-mail, recent conditioning/backpack experience to
Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: SUZANNE SWEDO
|
| Oct 22 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes South Bay Group |
|
I: Eagle Crag (5077'):
Strenuous, moderately paced 18 mile round trip, 3500' gain hike on trail, and
cross-country hike in San Diego County, 13 miles SE of Temecula in Agua Tibia
Wilderness. 4WD vehicles needed for trailhead approach. Rain postpones. Esase
(preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS Co-Leader: GEORGE WYSUP
|
| Oct 22 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
O: Throop Peak (9138'), Mount Hawkins (8850'):
Two peaks in the San Gabriels from Islip Saddle. 9 miles round trip, 2400' gain.
Moderate pace, no tigers. Send Esase (preferred) or SASE,
h&w phones, conditioning/experience to
Leader: DAVID DOUCETTE Co-leader: BILL VALENTINE
|
| Oct 22 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Hines Peak (6704'), Topatopa Bluff (6367'), Chief Peak (5560'+):
Visit three spectacular peaks in condor country along Nordhoff Ridge,
easy-paced 9 miles round trip, 2800' gain. Expect some rugged scrambling, including
a traverse of a severe knife-edge at Hines Peak that will definitely get your
attention as we cross ever-so-carefully! Your 4wd vehicle especially welcome
due to the 4x4 driving permit required to access the trailheads. Send sase
or esase, with vehicle type, to
Leader: TOM HILL Co-Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, KAREN LEVERICH
|
| Oct 22-23 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: San Rafael Mountain (6593'), McKinley Mountain (6200'), Santa Cruz Peak (5570'):
Often referred to as the "Big 3", moderately
paced 32 miles round trip, 7400' gain backpack on road and cross-country
in beautiful Los Padres National Forest. Overnight camp at McKinley
Spring. E-sase (preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone &
rideshare information to Leader. Rain postpones.
Leader: VIRGIL POPESCU Co-Leader: PAT ARREDONDO
|
| Oct 23 |
Sun |
LTC, WTC |
|
I: Sheep Pass Navigation:
Navigation Noodles at Joshua Tree National Park for either checkout or
practice to satisfy Basic (I/M) level navigation requirements.
To receive homework assignment, send sase, navigation experience/training,
any WTC, rideshare info, H&W phones to
Leader: HARRY FREIMANIS Assistant: BOB BRADSHAW
|
| Oct 29 |
Sat |
Outings Management Committee |
|
Outings Assembly:
Join the Outings Management Committee for a session on the present and
future of the chapter's outings program and learn more about the
National Leader Standards. All Sierra Club members are invited,
especially outings leaders, provisional leaders, and outings chairs.
Save this date! Bring your lunch. We'll meet at 9:30 am-1:00 pm at
Eaton Canyon Nature Center, 1750 N. Altadena Dr, Pasadena. From 210
freeway eastbound, exit Altadena Dr, north 1.5 miles to park entrance
on right. From 210 westbound, exit Sierra Madre Blvd, west 1 block to
Altadena Dr, north 1.5 mi. For more information contact
DONNA SPECHT
|
| Oct 29 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Reyes Peak (7510'), Haddock Mtn (7416'):
Enjoy autumn on the high ridge trails north of Ojai in Ventura County
with spectacular views of the Los Padres wildlands. Moderate 9 miles
round trip, 1700' gain. Call or email leader week of hike for trip
details.
Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leader: TOM HILL
|
| Oct 29 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Granite Mountain #2 (5633'):
Canceled.
Co-leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH, PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
|
| Oct 29 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, OCSS |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Warren Point (5103'), Queen Mountain (5680'):
Hike one or both peaks
in Joshua Tree National Park. Warren Point is a pleasant 4 miles with 1000'
of gain. Then we will drive to Queen Mountain for another pleasant 6 mile,
1200' gain hike and beautiful views. Each peak will be at a moderate pace.
If you still need Quail, or want to share your Halloween tricks or treats,
plan to carcamp with us in JTNP. Send email/sase to
Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE Co-Leader: LISA BUCKLEY
|
| Oct 30 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks, OCSS |
New Outing, not in Schedule
I: Quail Mountain (5813'+):
Join us in this moderately paced 12 mile
round trip, 3000' gain, to the highest peak in Joshua Tree National Park.
Mostly cross-country on some steep slopes and some boulder scrambling. We
will be visiting Johnny Lang Mine on the hike to Quail. Bring 10 essentials,
3 liters of water minimum, snacks, lunch, lugsoles, clothing layers for
possible windy conditions and long pants or gaitors are recommended. Storms
may cancel. Consider car camping as listed for Warren Point/Queen on
Saturday. Send email (preferred) or SASE, with H&W phones, recent
conditioning/hiking experience to
Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE Co-Leader: LISA BUCKLEY
|
| Oct 30 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Caliente Mountain (5106'):
Long but fascinating, moderately paced hike on a gated road to view
new National Monument from the high ridgelines, 17 miles round trip,
3000' gain. Visit wildlife guzzlers, summit cabin, and high point of
San Luis Obispo County. Much dirt road driving. For trip details and
reservation send sase or esase to
Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leader: TOM HILL
|
| Oct 30 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Whale Peak (5349'):
Canceled.
Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH, PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
|
|
| Nov 2 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Waterman Peak (8038'):
8 miles round trip, 1500' gain, mostly by trail and old dirt roads. Meet 9 AM
La Cañada rideshare point with water, lunch, good footwear.
Leaders: BETH MIKA, DAN BUTLER
|
| Nov 5 |
Sat |
20s & 30s Singles, Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Bernard Peak (5360'), Little Berdoo Peak (5440'):
Joshua Tree
Cleanout #1 of 4. Come hike these two remote peaks in Joshua Tree
National Park in the first of a series of four cleanouts of the HPS peak
list for JTNP. 8 miles roundtrip, 1800' gain, entirely cross country
along high desert ridges. AWD or 4WD high clearance vehicles preferred
due to rough dirt/sandy road. Park entrance fee required. Send Esase
(preferred) or sase, h&w phones, hiking/conditioning experience to
Leaders: DAVID DOUCETTE Co-Leader: MARIE O'TOOLE-HINKLE
|
| Nov 5 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Sunset Peak (5796'):
Scenic views, good company (friendly dogs
welcome). Moderate, 6 miles round-trip. 1500' gain hike near Mt. Baldy
Village. Meet 9:00 a.m. (Fairplex park and ride). Bring water and
munchies for you and your companion! Rain cancels.
Leaders: VIRGIL POPESCU, LILLY FUKUI
|
| Nov 5 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes South Bay |
|
I: Little Bear (7621'), Mill Peak (6670') and Deep Creek Hot Springs (5' deep):
14th semi-annual Fall Deep Creek Hot Springs hike/soak/swim with a
couple more peaks. Moderately paced 9 miles, 2000' gain. Bring lunch,
water, rain gear, lugs (swim suit optional). Small amount of dirt road
driving, but high clearance not required. Plan on spending full day -
it's near Hesperia via Big Bear. Rain cancels. Send email (preferable) or sase with carpool info to
Leader: BARRY HOLCHIN Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
|
| Nov 5 |
Sat |
WTC, Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Allen Peak (5795'):
Easy paced 7 mi rt, 1300' gain on dirt road and bit of steep use
trail. We will hike through the Wildlands Conservancy's Bearpaw
preserve to this HPS peak in the San Bernardino Mountains. Along the
way we will stop at a waterfall and learn about the Conservancy's
conservation efforts. Send email (preferred) or sase, with contact
info and recent conditioning to
Leader: ROBERT MYERS Assistant: BILL JACKSON
|
| Nov 5 |
Sat |
LTC |
|
Free Chapter-sponsored First Aid class in Los Angeles:
Advance registration required, limited capacity so sign up early. Send 2 SASE + $50
check made out to FACF (refunded at class), phone and email contacts to 1st Aid/CPR,
514B Garfield Ave., South Pasadena, CA 91030.
See LTC website for more information.
|
| Nov 5-6 |
Sat-Sun |
Desert Peaks, Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Martinez Mountain (6560'), Sheep Mountain (5141'):
Rescheduled to Nov 19-20, see below.
Leader: ANN PERKINS Assistant Leader: GEORGE WYSUP
|
| Nov 6 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
|
O: Cleghorn Mountain (5333'), Cajon Mountain (5360'), Sugarpine Mountain (5478'), Monument Peak #2 (5290'):
Moderate approximately 6 miles round trip,
1100' gain along a driving loop east of Cajon Pass. Meet 7:00 a.m.
Fairplex Park & Ride, exit Fairplex off 10 Fwy. Bring lunch, lugs, all
weather clothing. 4WD vehicles appreciated. E-mail or call leader the
week of hike to confirm. Rain cancels.
Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, VIRGIL POPESCU
|
| Nov 7 |
Mon |
Hundred Peaks |
|
I: Butterbredt Peak (5997'), Mayan Peak (6108'):
We plan to conquer
these 2 magnificent and (hardly) forested sand piles, er, peaks in the
Kelso Valley area by pathfinder/explorer routes from the west sides.
About 5 miles round trip with 3200' elevation gain on sandy ridges with some easy
rock scrambling. Dirt road driving requires some clearance (no
Jaguars). Email or phone a leader (Sandy is more pleasant) the week
before the hike for meeting information. Consider staying for next day's
Cross + Chuckwalla outing (possible car camp).
Co-Leaders: SANDY BURNSIDE, GEORGE WYSUP
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| Nov 8 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Cross Mountain (5203'), Chuckwalla Mountain (5209'):
13 miles, 4200'gain in the Jawbone Canyon area. We will do these
either together as a loop hike or separately. Please email leader the
week before for instructions and updates.
Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE Co-Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, GEORGE WYSUP
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| Nov 11 |
Fri |
Sierra Peaks, Hundred Peaks |
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I: Owens Peak (8453'):
SPS 50th Anniversary climb. Join the veterans of the SPS on Veteran's
Day as they celebrate the 49th anniversary of the first SPS trip to
Owens Peak. Moderate pace, 7 miles round trip, 3200' gain. Phone or email leader
the week prior to the trip for information. Snow cancels.
Leader: GARY SCHENK Assistants: HENRY ARNEBOLD, DAN RICHTER, GEORGE WYSUP
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| Nov 12 |
Sat |
SMS, MBC, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Thunder and Telegraph Bike-n-Hike:
Conditioning hike and mountain biking
in the local mountains, starting at Manker Flats. Explore the terrain to be
skied later in the season. Mountain bike 10 miles round trip, 2400' to top of ski
lifts, then
hike 3 miles round trip, 1000' to bag peaks. Mountain bike in good repair,
helmet, lugsoles
for hiking, lunch and water required. Call/email leaders for meeting time
and place.
Leader: LORENE SAMOSKA Assistant: MIKE SEIFFERT
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| Nov 12 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Rabbit Peak #2 (6640'):
14 miles, 6000' gain over
challenging and thorny rocky washes and steep, loose ridges suitable ONLY
for experience, conditioned, and determined hikers practiced in night
travel. In Anza-Borrego State Park west of the Salton Sea, we'll be
approaching the "Big Bunny" from the Coyote Mtn.side. Slow pace. High
clearance 4WD advised. Call Mars at 661-609-8218 (or e-mail Peter) during four
days before event for status and details.
Leaders: PETER DOGGETT, MARS BONFIRE, IGNACIA DOGGETT, KATHY CHEEVER and KAREN LEVERICH
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| Nov 12 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Black Mtn #6 (5244'), Red Mtn (5261'):
Rescheduled to November 13 (see below.)
Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, DON CWIK, TOM HILL
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| Nov 12 |
Sat |
LTC |
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Free Chapter-sponsored First Aid class in Orange County:
Advance registration required, limited capacity so sign up early. Send 2 SASE + $50
check made out to FACF (refunded at class), phone and email contacts to 1st Aid/CPR,
514B Garfield Ave., South Pasadena, CA 91030. See LTC website for more information.
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| Nov 12-13 |
Sat-Sun |
LTC, WTC |
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I: Sheep Pass Navigation:
Navigation Noodles at Joshua Tree National Park for either checkout or
practice to satisfy Basic (I/M) level navigation requirements.
To receive homework assignment, send sase, navigation exprience/training,
any WTC, rideshare info, H&W phones to
Leader: HARRY FREIMANIS Assistant: BAB BRADSHAW
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| Nov 13 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Cole Point (5604') and Mt. Gleason (6502'):
Moderately-paced hike on firebreak and trail,
9.6 miles round trip, 2200' gain. First climb Cole Point; then drive a short
distance back to starting point
for Mount Gleason. Meet 8:30 AM La Canada rideshare point with 2-3 quarts water
and lunch. Rain cancels.
Leaders: DAVID BEYMER and MAURA RAFFENSPERGER
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| Nov 13 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from November 12
I: Black Mtn #6 (5244'), Red Mtn (5261'):
Two volcanoes (!) on the HPS list await your attention in the northern Mojave
Desert. Do one or both, each peak moderate, about 6 miles round trip, 1400' gain.
For details contact leader about a week before the hike.
Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, DON CWIK, TOM HILL
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| Nov 13 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: The Pinnacles (5737'), Mount Marie Louise (5507'):
Moderately paced
6 mile, 1600' gain hike to two rocky summits Northwest of Lake
Arrowhead in cross-country desert-like terrain. Some brush and rock
scrambling. Bring lunch, water, lug boots. Esase (preferred) or
sase.
Leaders: VIRGIL POPESCU, PAT ARREDONDO
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| Nov 18 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes South Bay Group |
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I: Villager Peak (5756'), Rosa Point (5083'):
Extremely strenuous cross-country dayhike to two fine peaks in Santa Rosa
Wilderness. 16 miles with 7200' gain over extremely steep/slippery desert terrain.
We will be hiking part of the time in the dark at a slow moderate pace. Due to the
extreme difficulty of the hike, the outing will be limited to a small group of
people who have demonstrated the ability to complete such a hike. Rain cancels.
Esase (preferred) or sase with
recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS Co-Leader: SHERRY ROSS
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| Nov 19 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Mount Lukens (5074'):
Join us on this moderately paced hike to L.A. City's highest point via the Stone
Canyon Trail and fire road. 7 miles round trip, and 3300' gain. Meet 8 AM at the
La Cañada rideshare point.
Bring water, lunch, and lug sole boots.
Leader: CHRIS SPISAK Assistant: FRANK DOBOS
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| Nov 19-20 |
Sat-Sun |
Desert Peaks, Hundred Peaks |
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I: Martinez Mountain (6560'), Sheep Mountain (5141'):
Join us for a
leisurely fall backpack of two fine peaks on the Hundred
Peaks list (and as a bonus, Martinez is also a Desert Peak).
Weekend totals, 22 miles, 5500' gain. We'll pack in Sat
morning 5 mi to Cactus Spring (elevation loss and gain), and
climb Sheep (4 mi rt, 1000' gain) in the afternoon. Climb
Martinez on Sunday (8 mi rt, 2500' gain from camp) and pack
out, probably back to the cars by late afternoon. Be prepared
for some brush on the Martinez climb. Send SASE or email with
contact information, experience, conditioning to
Leader: ANN PERKINS Assistant Leader: GEORGE WYSUP
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| Nov 20 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Iron Mtn #2 (5635'), Condor Peak (5440'), Mt Gleason (6520'):
Get into a Thanksgiving mood with a moderately strenuous hike to
Condor and neighbors in Angeles Forest, 8 miles round trip, 2500' gain for the
first two peaks. Gleason is a pleasant stroll. Meet 8 AM La Cañada
rideshare point. Bring some water, good footwear, and lunch for the
top. Rain cancels.
Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leader: TOM HILL
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| Nov 22 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
I: Pilot Knob (6200'):
Canceled due to access issues and replaced by
Owens Peak (8453'):
7 miles, 3200' gain up the rocky, southwest ridge. Come join the fun bunch of
Tuesday hikers for this pathfinder adventure. Be ready for
a steep, cross county ascent and a descent over the large slabs.
Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE
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| Nov 26 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
Rescheduled from earlier postponement
I: Sam Fink Peak (7339') via Tram:
Strenuous but moderately paced 12
miles round trip, 3700' gain hike to the remote eastern frontier of San
Jacinto Wilderness named for Desert Divide explorer Sam Fink. The hike
is mostly on trail and our starting point at the Palm Springs tram head
is more than a thousand feet higher than the peak, so most of the gain
is on the return. Wilderness Permit limits group size. Bad weather
cancels. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone &
rideshare information to
Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO and VIRGIL POPESCU
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| Nov 27 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Mount Deception (5796'), Mount Disappointment (5960'+), Occidental Peak (5732'):
Here is a chance to work off some of that extra Turkey and Pumpkin Pie that
you ate! Join us for 3 fun peaks in the San Gabriels done at a moderate
pace. Totals for all 3 peaks will be 10 miles/2100' gain. Rain/snow will
cancel. Meet at La Canada rideshare at 8 AM. Bring hiking boots, water,
lunch, raingear, and fleece for temp changes.
Leaders: DON CWIK, MARK ALLEN
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|
| Dec 2 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Smith Mountain (5111'):
Canceled due to abysmal weather forecast.
Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH, MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER, DON CWIK
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| Dec 3 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Russell Peak (6696'), Backus Peak (6651'):
9 miles, 2500' gain on mostly easy terrain with occasional steep and
loose sections suitable only for agile hikers. In Southern Sierra
near Highways 178 and 14.
Slow pace. Call Mars during four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leader: KATHY CHEEVER
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| Dec 3 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Mount Hillyer (6200'+):
Pleasant hike on the Silver Moccasin Trail to this favorite winter climb.
6 miles round trip, 900' gain. Meet 9 AM at the La Cañada rideshare point.
Bring water, lunch, wear boots.
Be prepared for any kind of weather. Rain, snow cancels.
Leaders: FRANK DOBOS, LAURA QUINN
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| Dec 4 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: Monte Cristo Loop:
Rabbit Peak (5307'), Granite Mtn #1 (6600'), Round Top
(6316'), Iron Mtn #3 (5040'). Strenuous loop hike to nearby Angeles Forest
peaks, 14 miles round trip, 4200' gain. Experienced hikers meet 8 AM La
Cañada rideshare
point. Bring some water, good footwear, and lunch for the top. Rain cancels.
Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, TOM HILL, PAT ARREDONDO, DON CWIK
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| Dec 7 |
Wed |
Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks |
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O: Mount Islip (8250') from Islip saddle:
7 miles round trip, 1500' gain past Little Jimmy Spring and Windy Gap. Meet 9 AM
La Cañada rideshare point with water, lunch, good footwear, suitable clothing.
Leaders: GARY BICKEL, BETH MIKA
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| Dec 7-8 |
Wed-Thu |
Hundred Peaks, Desert Peaks |
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I: Villager Peak (5756'), Rabbit Peak #2 (6640'):
Join us for a couple of nights and
days in the Anza Borrego State Park. Spend the night before at the trailhead
for an early start for Villager. Spend the night on Villager for an early
start on Rabbit and out to the cars that day. Strenuous hike. 7 miles, 4800'
day one, 14 miles, 3000' gain, 5800' loss on day two. Rain or bad weather
cancels. Contact leaders for details.
Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, GEORGE WYSUP
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| Dec 9 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Bernard Peak (5360'), Little Berdoo Peak (5440'):
8 miles round trip, 1440' gain along open high desert ridges in
Joshua Tree National Park. High clearance 4WD advised. Park entrance
fee required.
Slow pace. Call Mars during
four days before event for status and details.
Leader: MARS BONFIRE Co-Leaders: KAREN & WOLF LEVERICH
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| Dec 10 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Skinner Peak (7120'):
Moderate trek along PCT to this Southern Sierra peak, 8 miles round trip, 1700'
gain. Significant dirt road driving. Consider staying over for the
Sunday trip for two more peaks in the area. For details send sase or
esase to
Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leaders: TOM HILL, GEORGE WYSUP
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| Dec 10-11 |
Sat-Sun |
Desert Peaks, Hundred Peaks |
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I: Spectre Point (4400+'), Quail Mtn (5800+'):
Join us on this edition of our almost-annual joint DPS/HPS expedition
to Joshua Tree National Park. Saturday climb Spectre, the high point of the remote
Coxcomb range, 2600' gain, 13 miles, 10 hours. Sun climb HPS's Quail,
the JTNP high point, about 1800' gain, 10 miles, 7 hours. Potluck dinner
Saturday night in a nicely-hidden spot just outside the park. Good
conditioning required for these long hikes on rough terrain.
Trailheads and camp OK for any car. Send email (preferred) or SASE to
Leader: GARY CRAIG Co-Leader: SUE HOLLOWAY
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| Dec 11 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Black Mtn #3 (5686'), Red Mtn (5261'):
Do one or both of these moderate northern peaks, each peak about 4 mi
rt, 1500' gain. First peak is near Tehachapi, second peak (optional)
is near Randsburg. For details send sase or esase to
Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leaders: TOM HILL, GEORGE WYSUP
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| Dec 13 |
Tue |
Hundred Peaks |
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I: Cahuilla Mountain (5635'), Little Cahuilla Mountain (5042'):
8 1/2 miles, 2400' gain.
Join us for this hike near Idyllwild. Email leader the week before for information.
Leader: SANDY BURNSIDE Co-Leader: MARS BONFIRE
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| Dec 14 |
Wed |
Hundred Peaks, Local Hikes |
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O: Barley Flats (5600'+):
Join leader on his 60th birthday. Hike in
Angeles National Forest involves 6 miles round trip, 1000' of gain, some brush
on abandoned road from Red Box. Rain cancels. Bring water, sturdy boots,
something to share on extended lunch on summit. Meet 9:00 AM at La
Cañada rideshare.
Leader: JOE YOUNG Assistant Leader: BOBCAT THOMPSON
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| Dec 17-18 |
Sat-Sun |
Hundred Peaks, Desert Peaks |
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I: Rabbit Peak #2 (6640'), Villager Peak (5756'):
Strenuous but fun cross country backpack to two desert peaks in the Santa Rosa
Wilderness.
Saturday, early morning start, backpack up ridge to camp at Villager, 7
miles, 4800' gain. Sunday, early morning start, hike across and up ridge
to Rabbit and return to camp, pack up, and hike out, return to cars, 14
miles, 3000' gain, 5800' loss. Weekend totals 21 miles roundtrip, 7800'
gain.
Dry camp, must carry all water for weekend, 6
quarts minimum. Send Esase (preferred) or 2 sase, h&w phones,
conditioning/experience to
Leader: DAVID DOUCETTE Assistant: PATTY RAMBERT
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| Dec 17-18 |
Sat-Sun |
OCSS, Hundred Peaks |
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I: Snow Camping/Cornell Peak (9750') & San Jacinto Peak (10,804'):
Snow camping and peak climbing trip in the San Jacinto Wilderness. Escape
the hectic malls and join us for lots of holiday cheer in the mountains. 4
miles, 1500' gain the first day from the Palm Springs Tram, most with full
backpack while on snowshoes. 7 miles of peak climbing, 2000' gain with
snowshoes and daypacks the second day, before we pack out 2.5 miles to the
tram. Participants should expect to traverse and climb snow-covered slopes.
WTC or equivalent required. Send sase/email(preferred) H&W phones, recent
conditioning/hiking experience to
Leader: LISA BUCKLEY Co-leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
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| Dec 17 |
Sat |
Hundred Peaks, Palos Verdes South Bay Group |
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I: Arctic Point (8336'), Grays Peak (7920'), Silver Peak (6756'):
Moderately paced, strenuous, road and cross-country. 3 hikes total - 12 miles
round trip, 3000' gain. Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Esase (preferred)
or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS Co-Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, PAMELA ROWE
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| Dec 18 |
Sun |
Hundred Peaks |
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O: LA by night Xmas Hike:
Join leader STAG BROWN on his annual trek through downtown LA where we also
distribute food and clothing to the homeless. Along the way visit Little Tokyo,
Music Center, Bonaventure, and many other sites as we criss cross our way to the
Pantry for breakfast. Meet at Union Station parking lot at midnight Saturday night.
Leader: STAG BROWN Assistants: BOBCAT THOMPSON, JOE YOUNG
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| Dec 30 |
Fri |
Hundred Peaks, PVSB, Natural Science |
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I: Ryan Mountain (5457'), Bernard Peak (5430'), Little Berdoo Peak (5440'):
Moderately paced, strenuous, cross-country and trail. 10 miles round trip, 3600'
gain. Some dirt road driving. Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Esase
(preferred) or sase with recent
conditioning, phone & rideshare information to
Leader: KENT SCHWITKIS Co-Leader: GEORGE WYSUP Naturalist: SHERRY ROSS
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