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PAST Scheduled Outings - 2011

This is a list of Hundred Peaks Section sponsored outings (with a smattering of other Sierra Club outings of interest to HPS) that have been published in the section newsletter, the Lookout and/or the Angeles Chapter Schedule of Activities and/or the section's mailing list for outings and announcements.

For complete leadership contact information, it is necessary to obtain a copy of the Angeles Chapter Schedule of Activities.


January
Jan 1 Sat Hundred Peaks, PV-SB, Long Beach, Natural Science
Chapter Centennial Outing
I: San Jacinto Peak (10,804'), Folly Peak (10,480'), Drury Peak (10,160'), Marion Mountain (10,320') via Snowshoe: Eleventh annual January 1 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 10 years. The Ocean, Mount 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 Leaders: KENT SCHWITKIS, SHERRY ROSS (Naturalist)
Jan 2 Sun WTC, Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures
O: New Year's Inspiration: Echo Mountain (3207'), Inspiration Point (4520'): Moderately paced 10 mile round trip, 2700' gain on historic out and back via Sam Merrill and Castle Canyon Trails. Kick off NY Resolution and SC Centennial. Meet 8:30 AM at trailhead (in Altadena, corner of Lake Ave and N Loma Alta Dr). Bring 3 quarts water, lunch, lugsoles, layered clothes. Rain cancels. Leader: SARAH SCHUH Assistant: DAVE SCOBIE
Jan 2 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Rattlesnake Peak (5826'): Hike this excellent peak at a moderate pace via the south ridge. The total hike will be about 9 miles round trip with 3700' of gain. Please bring: lug soles, jacket, hat, gloves, lunch & water. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jan 6 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Jan 7 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Red Mountain (5261'), Black Mountain #6 (5244'): Spend the day in Kern County near Ridgecrest to hike these two peaks. Red is 3 ½ miles round trip, 1500' gain. Black is 3 miles round trip, 1500' gain. Both on mostly use trail and cross country. High clearance vehicles required. Slow to moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 8 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Bernard Peak (5430'), Little Berdoo Peak (5440'): Hike these two peaks in Joshua Tree National Park. The total hike will be about 7 miles with 2000' of elevation gain. Enjoy the beautiful desert in the winter. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PATRICK VAUGHN
Jan 08 Sat HUNDRED PEAKS
I: Cross Mtn (5203') and Chuckwalla Mtn (5029'): Hike these two great peaks in Kern County @ a Strong Pace. The total hike should be about 11 miles Round Trip with 5200' gain on a Use-trail. Please bring: Lug Soles, Water, Lunch, Jacket, Hat & Gloves. Contact the leaders for meeting information. Leaders: Peter & Ignacia Doggett
Jan 8 Sat LTC, WTC, HPS, DPS, SPS
Chapter Centennial Outing
I: Warren Point (5103'): Practice navigation for Sundays checkoff on this 6 mile round trip, 1300' gain hike in the pinyon pine and juniper region of western Joshua Tree National Park. We will take a cross-country route to Warren Pt and practice micro-navigation skills along the way. Send email (preferred) or sase, with contact info & recent conditioning to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Co-Leaders: ADRIENNE BENEDICT, ANN PEDRESCHI SHIELDS, JANE SIMPSON
Jan 09 Sun HUNDRED PEAKS
I: Red Mtn (5261') and Black Mtn #6 (5244'): Hike these two fine peaks in Kern County @ a Moderate Pace. The total hike should be about 7.5 miles Round Trip with 2900' of gain on Use-trails. Please bring: Lug Soles, Water, Lunch, Jacket, Hat & Gloves. Contact the leaders for meeting information. Leaders: Peter & Ignacia Doggett.
Jan 9 Sun LTC, WTC, HPS, DPS, SPS
I: Warren Point Navigation: Navigation noodle at Joshua Tree National Park for either checkout or practice to satisfy the Basic (I/M) or Advanced (E) level navigation requirements. To participate, send email/sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare, to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Assistant: PHIL WHEELER
Jan 11 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Tip Top Mountain (7623'), Mineral Mountain (7238'): Replaced by Tehachapi, see below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 11 Tue Hundred Peaks
Replaces Tip Top and Mineral
I: Tehachapi Mtn (7960ft): A moderately strenuous snowshoe adventure for 4.5 miles roundtrip with 2000ft of gain on road and moderately steep slopes to a peak near Tehachapi. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 11 Tue Hundred Peaks
Management Committee Meeting: All are welcome to attend our bi-monthly management committee meeting to discuss the business side of the section and upcoming activities. All are welcome to join us and opportunities to become involved are available. The meeting begins at 6:30 PM via conference call. To receive conference call information, to have items added to the agenda or to volunteer, please contact Chair: PAMELA ROWE
Jan 13 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Jan 14 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Lightner Peak (6430'), Bald Eagle Peak (6181'): Replaced by San Ysidro, see below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 14 Fri Hundred Peaks
Replaces Lightner and Bald Eagle
I: San Ysidro Mountain (6147'): A moderate hike on road and rough trail for 5 miles round trip with 1600' of gain to a peak near Warner Springs. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 15 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Scodie Mountain (7294'): Come join us for a relaxed paced cross country outing in the Scodie Mountains at the southeastern end of the Sierra Nevadas, just south of Walker Pass. The trip will begin at the Walker Pass Campground with a moderate (steep at times) ascent of Scodie Mountain to the south via the Canebrake creek bed (7 miles round trip, mostly cross-country, 2300' gain). On the way to the summit, we will pass through sagebrush scrub, Joshua tree woodland, and a Pinon pine forest. Nice 360 panorama views at the summit including the Sierra Nevadas and northern Mojave desert. Optional happy hour at Walker Pass Campground if you want to relax for the evening before heading back home. Walker Pass Campground is primitive and does not provide water or restrooms during the winter. Send email and resume experience to Leader: LINDA ROBB Assistant: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Jan 15-17 Sat-Mon Hundred Peaks
Chapter Centennial Outing
I: Joshua Tree Cleanout: Quail Mountain (5800'+), Ryan Mountain (5457'), Little Berdoo Peak (5440'+), Bernard Peak (5430'), Lost Horse Mountain (5313'), Mount Inspiration (5560'+), Queen Mountain (5680'+), Warren Point (5103'). Enjoy the beauty of this desert marvel by hiking its 8 HPS peaks. Celebrate the efforts of many, including the Sierra Club, to first have it designated a national monument in 1936 and then further protected in 1994 when it was renamed Joshua Tree National Park. Join us for one, two or all three days. These hikes will be conducted at a moderate pace. The grand total (for all 8 peaks) will be about 36.5 miles round trip with 8900' of gain. On Saturday we'll visit the first two peaks with a 14 mile round trip, 3200' of gain hike. On Sunday, we'll visit the 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th peaks with a 12.5 mile round trip, 3500' gain hike. On Monday, we'll hike the last two peaks with a 10 mile round trip, 2200' gain hike. Please bring: water, lunch, lug soles, windbreaker, hat & gloves. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jan 16 Sun Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures, Natural Science
I: Local Mountain Snowshoe: Snowshoe in our local mountains, mid-month, Jan-April. If conditions are suitable and safe, enjoy the exhilarating experience of navigating a peak or trail on pristine white snow in the San Gabriel or San Bernardino Mountains and then return to the warm dry streets of your SO CA home. Learn about the trees and animal tracks we will see. Reserve snowshoes early at a local sports store. Email leader for details several weeks before the outing. Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leaders: WAYNE VOLLAIRE, BILL SIMPSON, VIRGINIA SIMPSON, PAT ARREDONDO, GINNY HERINGER, MISHA ASKREN
Jan 18 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Granite Peaks (7527'): Replaced by Black Mountain #3, below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 18 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Black Mtn (5686ft): A moderately strenuous hike on rough trail for 3 miles roundtrip with 1600 ft of gain to a peak near Tehachapi. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 20 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Jan 21 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Onyx Peak #2 (5244'): Join us for a day in the Sequoia National Forest near Lake Isabella. The hike is 4 miles round trip, 2300' gain on road and cross country. Slow to moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 22 Sat Hundred Peaks, WTC
O: Bedford Peak (3,800): Route follows the Silverado Trail to the Bedford Peak. Moderately paced , 7 mi rt, 1,900 ft gain on steep trail. Contact leader with recent conditioning, phones, email, rideshare info via email. Bring 2 qts water, lunch, lugsoles. Leader: KEVIN CARTER Assistant Leader: LISA BUCKLEY
Jan 22 Sat LTC, SPS, DPS, HPS
M/E: Local Baldy Snow Practice: Come review snow climbing, rope travel, ice axe, and snow anchors. Practice your skills or brush up on new techniques. Especially for aspiring M & E candidates. Restricted to Sierra Club members with prior experience with the ice axe. Lack of snow may cancel. Email Sierra Club number, climbing resume, email address, phone number to Leader: NILE SORENSON Co-Leader: Tom McDONNELL
Jan 22 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Smith Mountain (5111'): 7 miles round trip, 1800' gain on mostly trail with use trail to the peak. Enjoy a nice morning hike in Azusa Canyon, near Monrovia, the day of the HPS Banquet. Hike will be timed to finish by noon. Email leader for info. Leader: WASIM KHAN Co-Leaders: TED LUBESHKOFF, PAT ARREDONDO
Jan 22 Sat Hundred Peaks
HPS Annual Awards Banquet: Join us for an evening of fun, festivities, good food and sharing good (and bad) times with old (and new) friends. This year it will be at the Monrovian Family Restaurant in beautiful downtown Monrovia. Come early and enjoy the city. Social hour begins at 5 PM and dinner at 6:30. Our speaker will be Martin Dumpis, Supervisor's Office, Angeles National Forest. Martin will give us an update of the efforts to clean up after the Station Fire. Silent auction for donated items. Dinner will be a buffet. Tickets ($35 if paid by 1/15/2011, $40 if after, make check to HPS) will be held at door. Send check, email and/or phone(s) to Reservationist: DAVE COMERZAN (695 Aurora Dr. Claremont, CA 91711) Or fill out and mail the Banquet Flyer.
Jan 23 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: Sunset Peak (5796'): Hike is great peak near Mt. Baldy @ an easy pace. The total hike will be about 3.0 miles Round Trip with 1500' of gain. Please bring: Lug Soles, Water, Lunch, Jacket, Hat & Gloves. Contact the leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jan 23 Sun WTC, Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from January 2
O: Echo Mtn (3207'): Moderately paced 5 mi rt, 1400' gain on historic out and back via Sam Merrill Trail. Enjoy Sierra Club Centennial on this historic and quick rewards climb. Meet 12:30pm at trailhead (in Altadena, corner of Lake Ave and N Loma Alta Dr). Bring 2 qts water, snack, lugsoles, layered clothes. Heavy rain postpones. Leader: SARAH SCHUH Assistant: DAVE SCOBIE
Jan 25 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: San Ysidro Mountain (6147'): Replaced by Winston Peak, see below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 25 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Winston Peak (7502'): An easy snowshoe hike for 1.5 miles roundtrip with 500' of gain to a peak in the San Gabriel Mtns. Slow pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 26 Wed Forest Committee
Winter Survival and Safety in the San Gabriel Mountains: Trekking into winter wonderland .... and making it back safely. Join us for an evening with the Sierra Madre Search and Rescue Team and other experts on winter hiking. See the latest winter hiking equipment, learn new trails to try out, and share dramatic stories of rescue and survival. Wednesday, January 26th, 2011, Social time 7 pm, Program 7:30 pm. Eaton Canyon Nature Center, 1750 N. Altadena Dr., Pasadena, 91107. Contact: DON BREMNER
Jan 27 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Jan 28 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Pinyon Peak (6805'): Join us for a day in the Sequoia National Forest near Lake Isabella. The hike is 6 miles round trip, 2500' on use trail and cross country. Slow to moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jan 29 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Queen Mountain (5680'), Warren Point (5103'): Hike these two separate peaks in Joshua Tree Nationall Park, with a drive in between. The total hike will be about 8 miles with 2200' of elevation gain. Enjoy the beautiful desert in the winter. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: MARKEY NEIGHBORS
Jan 29 Sat Hundred Peaks
M: Five Fingers (5174'), Butterbredt Peak (5997'): Hike these two great peaks in Kern County. The total hike will be about 5 miles round trip with 3000' of gain on a steep, sandy, rocky & adventurous climb. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket, hat & gloves. Contact leaders for meeting info. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jan 30 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: The Pinnacles (5737'), Mount Marie Louise (5507'): Hike these two nice peaks near Lake Arrowhead. The total hike will be about 6 miles round trip with 1600' of gain on good trail. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket & hat. Contact leaders for meeting info. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
February
Feb 1 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Meeks Mountain (6277'), Bighorn Mountains (5884'): A moderate hike on road and rough trail for 10 miles round trip with 2100' of gain to peaks near Joshua Tree. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Feb 3 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Feb 4 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Butterbredt Peak (5997'), Mayan Peak (6108'): Spend the day hiking these two peaks near Lake Isabella. Butterbredt is 2 ¾ miles round trip, 1200' gain. Mayan is 3 miles round trip, 1800' gain. Both on use trail and cross country. Lots of dirt road driving. High clearance vehicles required. Slow to moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Feb 6 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Sunset Point (5399'), Sunset Peak (5796'): Join this very strenuous hike to both Sunsets. Start & finish at the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park. The total hike should be about 21 miles with 5300' of gain. Most of the hike will follow easy fire roads. There is a steep Pack Trail section & excellent views. We may opt to set up a car shuttle and only hike down to Cow Canyon Saddle. If we do a car shuttle, the total distance will be only about 13 miles. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles, jacket & hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Feb 8 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Asbestos Mountain (5265'): An easy hike on rough trail with rock scrambling for 3 miles round trip with 1000' of gain to a peak east of Idyllwild. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Feb 10 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Feb 11 Fri Hundred Peaks
O: Reyes Peak (7514'), Haddock Mountain (7431'): Due to road closure, replaced with Cuyama, below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Feb 11 Fri Hundred Peaks
Replaces Reyes and Haddock, above
I: Cuyama Peak (LO) (5878'): Join us for a day in the Los Padres National Forest near Ojai. This peak is often done as a drive up. We will be hiking to this peak, either Route 2 through Tinta Campground or from SR-33. Estimate 12 miles round trip, 3600' gain. Slow to moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Feb 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
Chapter Centennial Outing
I: Brown Mountain (4485'): Hike to peak named for abolitionist John Brown, involves 12 miles and 3500' of gain, but depending on accessibility and/or brush we may choose an alternate plan. Strenuous hike visits beautiful lower elevation country in the western San Gabriel mountains. Time permitting, we will visit the gravesite of Owen Brown, son of abolitionist John Brown. Bring water, lunch, sturdy boots. Meet at the La Cañada rideshare point at 8 AM. Leaders: JOE YOUNG, BOB THOMPSON, STAG BROWN
Feb 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Rattlesnake Peak (5826'): Strenuous cross-country hike to a peak east of Azusa Canyon in the San Gabriel Mtns, 9 miles round trip, 3700' gain. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PAT VAUGHN
Feb 12 Sat Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures, Natural Science
I: Local Mountain Snowshoe: Canceled. Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, VIRGINIA SIMPSON, GREG DE HOOGH, GINNY HERINGER
Feb 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Rosa Point (5038'): Rescheduled to February 20. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Feb 12 Sat Forest Committee, Natural Science, Hundred Peaks
O: Chapter Centennial Trails Restoration: Condor Peak Trail: (Location subject to change depending on hillside conditions) Join the Forest Committee's San Gabriels Trail Crew to help restore and maintain parts of the 500+ mile trail system in the Angeles National Forest. Tools and instructions provided. Boots, gloves, long- sleeved shirts, and pants mandatory. Hiking distances vary. Events typically run 9 am to 3 pm. Bring lots of water, lunch, safety glasses if you have them, and enthusiasm to work as little or as much as you want. Contact leader (email preferred) week before for destination, meeting time and location. Leader: BOB CATES Assistant: DAN BUTLER
Feb 12 Sat LTC, SPS, DPS, HPS
M/E: Local Baldy Snow Practice: Come review snow climbing, rope travel, ice axe, and snow anchors. Practice your skills or brush up on new techniques. Especially for aspiring M & E candidates. Restricted to Sierra Club members with prior experience with the ice axe. Lack of snow may cancel. Email Sierra Club number, climbing resume, email address, phone number to Leader: NILE SORENSON Co-Leader: DOUG MANTLE
Feb 13 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Martinez Mtn (6560') and Sheep Mtn (5141'): Rescheduled to March 16. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Feb 13 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Villager Peak (5756'), Rabbit Peak #2 (6640'): Very strenuous hike to the Big Bunny from the S-22 in about 14 hours. Strong pace that would not be suitable for beginner hikers. The total hike will be about 21 miles round trip with 8000' of gain. Please bring: lug soles, 4 liters of water, lunch, head lamp (with extra batteries), jacket, gloves & a Hat. Contact the leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Feb 15 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Black Mountain #4 (6149'): A moderate hike on rough trail for 4 miles round trip with 1200' of gain to a peak near Yucca Valley. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Feb 17 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Feb 18 Fri Hundred Peaks
O: Thorn Point (LO) (6920'): Join us for a day in the Los Padres National Forest near Frazier Park. 8 miles round trip, 2000' gain on trail. May see some condors. High clearance vehicles required. Slow to moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Feb 20 Sun Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from February 12
I: Rosa Point (5038'): Hike this super peak in the low desert at a strong pace in around 8 hours. The total hike should be about 12 miles round trip with 5500' of gain on a steep trail-less ridge. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket, hat & gloves. Contact the leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Feb 20 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: Cleghorn Mountain (5333'), Cajon Mountain (5360'+), Sugarpine Mountain (5478'), Monument Peak #2 (5290'), Bailey Peak (5699'): Postponed due to weather. Leader: MAT KELLIHER, JIM FLEMING, WINNETTE BUTLER
Feb 21 Mon WTC, LTC, Hundred Peaks
I: Mt. Pinos Navigation Practice on Snowshoes: Ever wonder it what is was like to navigate in snow? Find out on this navigation practice as we take a cross-country route to Mount Pinos (8831'). 4 miles round trip, 700' gain. Snowshoes required. Send email/sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare, to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Assistant: ADRIENNE BENEDICT
Feb 22 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Rosa Point (5083'): Rescheduled to March 22. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Feb 24 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Feb 25 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Monte Arido (6010'), Old Man Mountain (5525'): Replaced by Emma and Old Emma, see below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Feb 25 Fri Hundred Peaks
Replaces Monte Arido and Old Man, above
I: Mount Emma (5273'), Old Mount Emma (5063'): Spend the day in the Angeles National Forest near Palmdale. A loop hike of 6 miles round trip, 2500' on firebreak and use trail. Slow to moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Feb 26 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Hildreth Peak (5065'): Rescheduled to March 12th. Replaced on February 26th by McPherson and Peak, see below. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Feb 26 Sat Hundred Peaks
Replaces Hildreth, above
I: McPherson Peak (5749'), Peak Mountain (5843'): Hike to both of these destinations in northern Santa Barbara County. The total hike is 15 miles with 3500' of gain. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leaders: PATRICK VAUGHN, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Feb 26 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Cahuilla Mtn (5635'), Little Cahuilla Mtn (5042'): Canceled. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Feb 26 Sat Forest Committee, Hundred Peaks
O: Chapter Centennial Trails Restoration: Gold Canyon Trail: Canceled due to weather. Leaders: JIM FLEMING, WINNETTE BUTLER
Feb 27 Sun Hundred Peaks, WTC
I: Iron Spring Mountain (5755'), Beauty Peak (5548'): Canceled due to weather. Leader: MAT KELLIHER Co-leader: PETER DOGGETT
Feb 28 Mon Hundred Peaks
O: Smith Mountain (5111'): A moderately strenuous hike on trail and rough trail for 7 miles round trip with 1800' of gain to a peak near Azusa. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
March
Mar 1 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Whale Peak (5349'): A moderately strenuous hike on rough trail for 5 miles round trip with 1800' of gain to a peak south of Julian. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 3 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Mar 4 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Quail Mountain (5800'+): Join us for day in Joshua Tree National Park for this old favorite. Moderately strenuous hike of 14 miles round trip with 1500' of gain on road and cross country. Other routes possible. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 4-6 Fri-Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Villager Peak (5756'), Rabbit Peak #2 (6640'): Very strenuous cross country backpack at a slow but steady pace over steep, loose, rocky, and thorny desert terrain to these two Santa Rosa Mountain peaks in the Anza Borrego Desert State Park. Friday pack in about 6.5 miles with 4700' gain to a spot just below Villager and make camp. Saturday ascend nearby Villager; continue on up the ridge to Rabbit, and then back down to base camp for a day's total of 8 miles with 4000' of gain (2500' in, 1500' out). Saturday evening relax in camp at happy hour and savor the feeling of having nearly completed two of the most feared peaks on the HPS list. Sunday pack out much lighter for 6.5 miles with 4700' loss back to cars. Dry camp, must carry all water for the trip; 8 - 10 liters minimum recommended. Contact leader for status and details. Leader: MAT KELLIHER Assistant: JIM FLEMING
Mar 5 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from November 20
I: White Mountain #1 (7727'), Rattlesnake Mountain (6131'), Luna Mountain (5967'), Round Mountain (5272'): Hike to these peaks, east of Hesperia, in one continuous hike, using a car shuttle. The total hike will be about 12 miles with 3000' gain and 5000' loss. Lots of dirt road driving. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leaders: PATRICK VAUGHN, PAT ARREDONDO
Mar 5 Sat Hundred Peaks, 20s & 30s
New Outing, first time published
I: South Mount Hawkins (7783'): Postponed. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT, PAMELA ROWE
Mar 5 Sat WTC, Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from December 5
I: Scodie Mountain (7294'): Easy paced day hike in the Southern Sierra's Kiavah Wilderness. From Walker Campground, 7 miles with 2300' gain, mostly cross country. Send esase/sase (email preferred), recent conditioning, H/W phones to Leader: NICK HOOPER Assistant: JANE SIMPSON
Mar 6 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Chuckwalla Mountain (5029'): Climb Chuckwalla Mountain from Cinco, CA. The total hike will be only 5 miles round trip but has 4200' of gain. Revel in the varied and multi-colored geologic beauty that is not visible from the normal approaches to this peak. The beauty of the hike may be further accentuated by wild flower blooms. The dirt road to the trailhead may require high-clearance; so please contact us if you plan to bring such a vehicle. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles, hat, jacket & a camera (optional). Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: IGNACIA & PETER DOGGETT
Mar 7 Mon Hundred Peaks
O: Peak Mountain (5843'), McPherson Peak (5748'): A strenuous hike for 15 miles round trip with 3800' of gain on trail and dirt road to peaks near Maricopa. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 8 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Granite Mountain #2 (5633'): A strenuous hike on rough trail for 8 miles round trip with 3000' of gain to a peak south of Julian. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 8 Tue Hundred Peaks
Management Committee Meeting: All are welcome to attend our bi-monthly management committee meeting to discuss the business side of the section and upcoming activities. Opportunities to become involved are available. The meeting begins at 6:30 PM via conference call. To receive conference call information, to have items added to the agenda or to volunteer, please contact Chair: PAMELA ROWE
Mar 10 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Mar 11 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: San Ysidro Mountain (6147'): Replaced by Warren and Inspiration, below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 11 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Warren Point (5103'), Mount Inspiration (5,560'+): Join us for a day in Joshua Tree National Park for these two peaks. Two separate hikes, Inspiration is 2 miles round trip, 700' gain on use trail. Warren is 4 miles round trip, 1000' gain on trail and cross-country. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: McPherson Peak (5749'), Peak Mountain (5843'): Replaced by Hildreth, see below. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PATRICK VAUGHN
Mar 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from February 26
I: Hildreth Peak (5065'): Rescheduled to June 11 due to road closure. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Mar 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Fox Mtn #1 (5167'): Hike this nice Santa Barbara County Peak. The total hike should be about 5 miles round trip with 2300' of gain. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket & hat. Contact the leaders for meeting info. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Mar 12 Sat Forest Committee, Hundred Peaks, Pasadena, Natural Science
Chapter Centennial Outing
O: Centennial Trails Restoration in Angeles National Forest: (Location dependent on hillside conditions.) Commemorate Angeles Chapter Centennial by joining the Forest Committee's San Gabriels Trail Crew to help restore and maintain parts of the 500+ mile trail system in the Angeles National Forest. Tools and instructions provided. Boots, gloves, long-sleeved shirts, and pants mandatory. Hiking distances vary. Events typically run 9 AM to 3 PM. Bring lots of water, lunch, safety glasses if you have them, and enthusiasm to work as little or as much as you want. Contact leader (email preferred) week before for destination, meeting time and location. Leader: MEI KWAN Assistant: DON BREMNER
Mar 13 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Onyx Peak #2 (5244'): Hike this Kern County peak to see some GLORIOUS wildflowers! The total hike should be about 5 miles round trip with 2300' gain. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket, hat and camera. Contact the leaders for meeting info. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Mar 13 Sun Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures
I: Snowshoe in Our Local Mountains: Third in our mid-month series. If conditions are suitable and safe, enjoy the exhilarating experience of navigating a peak or trail on pristine white snow in the San Gabriel or San Bernardino Mountains and then return to the warm dry streets of your SO CA home. Reserve snowshoes early at a local sports store. Email leader for details several weeks before the outing. Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, VIRGINIA SIMPSON, PAT ARREDONDO, WAYNE VOLLAIRE, GINNY HERINGER
Mar 15 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Stonewall Peak (5730'), Middle Peak (5833'): Two easy hikes on trail, road, and brushy rough trail for 9 miles round trip with 2100' of gain to peaks south of Julian. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. Contact leaders for status and details Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 16 Wed Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from February 13
I: Martinez Mountain (6560'), Sheep Mountain (5141'): Hike these two great peaks at a strong pace in about 11 hours. The total hike should be about 20 miles with 5300' of gain on a mostly good trail. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket, hat & gloves. Contact the leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Mar 16 Wed Hundred Peaks
I: Rabbit Peak #2 (6640'+): Canceled. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Mar 17 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Mar 18 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Piute Lookout (8326'), Sorrell Peak (7704'): Replaced by Chaparrosa, below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 18 Fri Hundred Peaks
Replaces Sorrell and Piute.
I: Chaparrosa Peak (5541'): Join us for a hike in the Pioneertown Mountains Preserve (formerly Pipes Canyon) to this recently opened peak. 6 miles round trip, 1200' gain on road and trail. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 19 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Lizard Head (5250'), Cuyama Peak (5878'): Rescheduled to April 2. Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, VIRGINIA SIMPSON, PATRICK VAUGHN
Mar 19 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Chaparrosa Peak (5541'), Black Mountain #4 (6149'): Canceled. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Mar 19 Sat LTC
Deadline for Leadership Training Seminar: Last day for receipt of application and payment by LTC. Register for April 2 seminar to be held at Eaton Canyon Nature Center, Pasadena. Next seminar: Fall 2011. See LTC website.
Mar 20 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Round Mountain (5272'), Luna Mountain (5967'), Rattlesnake Mountain (6131'): Canceled due to weather. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Mar 21 Mon Hundred Peaks
O: Oakzanita Peak (5054'): A moderately strenuous mountain bike ride on dirt road and trail for 8 miles round trip with 1000' of gain to a peak near Julian. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials, bike helmet, spare tube, lock, and light. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 22 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Asbestos Mountain (5265'): Replaced by Rosa Point, below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 22 Tue Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from February 22
I: Rosa Point (5083'): A very strenuous hike on rough trail for 12 miles round trip with 5500' of gain to a peak near Borrego Springs. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Slow pace. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 24 Thu Hundred Peaks
I: San Ysidro Mountain (6147'): An easy hike on dirt road and rough trail for 5 miles round trip with 1600' of gain to a peak near Borrego Springs. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 24 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Mar 25 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Tecuya Mountain (7155'): Rescheduled to April 7. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 26 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Monte Arido (6010'), Old Man Mountain (5538'), Fox Mountain #1 (5167'): Rescheduled to June 25. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, PATRICK VAUGHN
Mar 26 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Granite Mountain #2 (5633'): Come join us on this strenuous hike at a slow to moderate pace to an elegant peak high above the historic Rancho Valle De San Felipe in the western portion of the Anza Borrego Desert State Park. The hike will be cross country on the seldom used HPS Route 3 for about 6.5 round trip miles with 3200' of gain over occasionally steep, loose, thorny, rocky, desert terrain. Bring food, 3 liters of water, 10 essentials. Some dirt road driving involved to reach trailhead. Contact leader for status and details. Leader: MAT KELLIHER Assistant: PETER DOGGETT
Mar 26 Sat Wilderness Adventures, LPC, Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from December 18
O: Santa Paula Peak (4957') in Ventura County: Rescheduled to May 14. Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Mar 27 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Cahuilla Mountain (5635'), Little Cahuilla Mountain (5042'): Hike through a lovely field of wild flowers to Cahuilla Mountain and then cross through a maze of head-high red shank to Little Cahuilla. The total hike should be about 8.5 miles round trip on trail & good use-trail with 2000' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles, windbreaker, & a hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Mar 27 Sun Wilderness Adventures, LPC, Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from December 19
I: Cathedral Peak (3333'): Rescheduled to May 15. Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Mar 29 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Meeks Mountain (6277'), Bighorn Mountains (5894'): A moderate hike on road and rough trail for 10 miles round trip with 2100' of gain to peaks near Yucca Valley. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 31 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Middle Peak (5883'), Cuyamaca Peak (6512'), Stonewall Peak (5730'): Replaced by Emma and Old Emma, see below. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 31 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Mt Emma (5273'), Old Mt Emma (5063'): Two easy hikes on rough trail totaling 4 miles round trip with 2000' of gain to peaks near Palmdale. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Mar 31 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
April
Apr 1 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Skinner Peak (7120'): Replaced by Cahuilla and Little Cahuilla, below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 1 Fri Hundred Peaks
Replaces Skinner, above
I: Cahuilla Mountain (5635'), Little Cahuilla Mountain (5042'): Two moderate hikes on trail and rough trail totaling 9 miles round trip with 2400' of gain to peaks near Idyllwild. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 2 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from March 19
I: Lizard Head (5250'), Cuyama Peak (5878'): A strenuous hike on trail and cross-country for 11 miles round trip with 3200' of gain and a drive-up to peaks west of Maricopa. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, VIRGINIA SIMPSON, PATRICK VAUGHN
Apr 2 Sat LTC
I: Leadership Training Seminar: Become a qualified Sierra Club leader. Seminar at Eaton Canyon Nature Center, Pasadena. For info, see LTC website. Deadline for receipt of application and payment is Mar 19. No registration after this date or at door. Next seminar: Fall 2011.
Apr 2 Sat Lower Peaks, Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures
O: Wild Horse Peak (3277'): In San Diego County. 10 miles round trip, 1800' gain. Climb a fun peak climb and explore thus seldom visited area of San Diego County. The views from the top include Vail Lake, Temecula Valley, Eagle Crag and Agua Tibia peaks. Be prepared for some brush. Option to stay overnight and climb Agua Tibia Peak on Sunday. Write any leader for meeting time and rideshare point. Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, LAURA FRANCIOSI, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Apr 3 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Granite Mountain #2 (5633'): Hike this awesome peak in San Diego County at a strong pace. The total hike will be about 8 miles round trip with 3800' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles, windbreaker, hat and gloves. Most of the route is cross country and there are many boulders to climb. Not intended for beginners, toddlers or those with troublesome knees. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Apr 3 Sun Lower Peaks, Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures
O: Agua Tibia (4779'): Long strenuous hike of 17 miles round trip, 3200' gain on trail and last ¼ mile cross country through thick bush. Pace is moderate to slow. Agua Tibia seldom visited or led. It is located in the remote northwest section of the Palomar Mountain Range and in the seldom visited Agua Tibia Wilderness. Very brushy chaparral (be prepared!) with oak woodlands and coniferous forests at the higher elevations. Option to join Sat climb of Wild Horse Peak in same area. Write any leader for meeting time and rideshare point. Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, LAURA FRANCIOSI, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Apr 2-3 Sat-Sun LTC, WTC, DPS, Desert Committee
I: Places We've Saved Navigation Noodle in Mojave National Preserve: Join us for our ninth annual journey through this jewel of the Mojave; preserved under the California Desert Protection Act, as a result of the efforts of Sierra Club activists and others. A basic to intermediate xc navigation day-hike workshop will be conducted out of the Mid Hills area in the pinyon and juniper forests at 5500' elevation. Potluck and social on Sat, and for those arriving early on Fri. Limited to 14 participants. Send email/sase to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Co-Leaders: VIRGIL SHIELDS, ANN SHIELDS, ADRIENNE BENEDICT
Apr 3 Sun LTC, SPS, DPS, WTC
E/MR: Stoney Point Rock Workshop/Checkoff: This intermediate and advanced workshop is based on the rock requirements for M and E leadership. Checkoffs for M and E rock must be pre-arranged. It is a restricted trip; to participate you must be a member of the Sierra Club and have suitable rock climbing experience. Helmet and climbing gear required. Email or send climbing resume, completed medical from (2 copies - include SC# on form), address and phone to Leader: RON HUDSON Co-Leaders: GREG MASON, DAN RICHTER, PAT McKUSKY
Apr 4 Mon Hundred Peaks
O: Thorn Point (6920'): Replaced by Rock Point and Lookout, below. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 4 Mon Hundred Peaks
Replaces Thorn Point, above
O: Rock Point (5280'), Lookout Mountain #1 (5590'): Two easy hikes on dirt road and rough trail totaling 7 miles round trip with 1420' of gain to peaks near Idyllwild. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 5 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Black Mountain #4 (6148'): A moderate hike on rough trail for 4 miles round trip with 1200' of gain to a peak near Yucca Valley. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 7 Thu Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from March 25
I: Tecuya Mountain (7155'): Join us for a day to hike this peak near Frazier Park. 6 miles round trip on road and trail, 2100' gain. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 7 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Apr 8 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Lost Horse Mountain (5313'), Ryan Mountain (5457'): Join us for a day in Joshua Tree National Park. Moderately strenuous hike on trail and cross country. 8 miles round trip, 2400' gain. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 9 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Iron Mountain #1 (8007'): Iron Mountain in the San Gabriel Mountains is one of the toughest peaks on the HPS List. It involves 16 miles round trip and over 6500' of gain, and is not suitable for beginners. Bring water (lots!), lunch, sturdy boots. Rain cancels. Call or email leaders for meeting info. Leaders: JOE YOUNG, MELODY ANDERSON, TED LUBESHKOFF
Apr 9 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Indian Mtn (5790'): Hike to this peak near Idyllwild via a non-standard approach from Pine Cove. The total hike will be about 14 miles round trip with 3200' gain. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket & hat. Contact the leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Apr 9 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Ken Point (6423'): A moderately strenuous hike on Pacific Crest Trail, dirt road, and rough trail for 16 miles round trip with 2600' of gain to a peak above Palm Desert. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: CHRIS SPISAK, LILLY FUKUI, KATHY CHEEVER BONFIRE, MARS BONFIRE, MAT KELLIHER
Apr 9 Sat Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures
I: Snowshoe in the Big Bear area: If conditions are suitable and safe, enjoy the exhilarating experience of navigating a peak or trail on pristine white snow in the San Gabriel or San Bernardino Mountains and then return to the warm dry streets of your SO CA home. Reserve snowshoes early at a local sports store. Stay overnight for another day of snow fun (see below for April 10th write-up). Email leader for details several weeks before the outing. Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leaders: WAYNE VOLLAIRE, BILL SIMPSON, VIRGINIA SIMPSON, PAT ARREDONDO, GINNY HERINGER, MISHA ASKREN
Apr 9 Sat Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures
I: San Rafael Peak (6666'), Lockwood Peak (6261'): Rescheduled to September 24. Leaders: HARVEY GANZ, BRENT COSTELLO
Apr 9 Sat Palos Verdes-South Bay, Hundred Peaks, WTC
I: Arctic Point (8336'), Gold Mountain (8235') and Deep Creek Hot Springs (5' deep): 21st semi-annual Spring Deep Creek Hot Springs hike/soak/swim with more peaks. Moderately paced 11 miles with cross country, 3500' gain. Bring lunch, water, rain gear, lugs (swim suit optional). Significant dirt road driving, but high clearance not required. Plan on spending full day - it's near Hesperia via Big Bear. We'll probably be hiking back to the cars in the moonlight (nearly full moon). Possibility of doing Delamar Mountain and/or Bertha Peak, depending on hiking speed and road/participant condition - hot spring is priority. Rain cancels. Send email (preferable) or sase with conditioning and carpool info to Leader: BARRY HOLCHIN Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Apr 9 Sat Forest Committee, Hundred Peaks, Crescenta Valley
Chapter Centennial Outing
O: Centennial Trails Restoration in Angeles National Forest: Rescheduled to April 16, see below. Leader: BOB THOMPSON Assistant: JIM FLEMING
Apr 10 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Butterfly Peak (6240') and Ken Point (6423'): Climb these two fun peaks on the Desert Divide. The total hike will be about 12 miles round trip with 3200' gain. Please Bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket, hat & gloves. Contact the leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Apr 10 Sun Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures
I: Snowshoe One or More Peaks in the Big Bear Area: Last in our mid-month series. See April 9th write-up (above) and consider spending the weekend. Reserve snowshoes early at a local sports store. Email leader for details several weeks before the outing. Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leaders: WAYNE VOLLAIRE, BILL SIMPSON, VIRGINIA SIMPSON, PAT ARREDONDO, GINNY HERINGER
Apr 12 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Cross Mountain (5203'), Chuckwalla Mountain (5929'): A strenuous hike on road and rough trail for 12 miles round trip with 4900' of gain to peaks near Mojave. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 14 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Apr 15 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Little Berdoo (5440'+), Bernard Peak (5430'): Forget about your taxes and join us for a day in Joshua Tree National Park for these two peaks. A moderately strenuous loop hike of 7 miles round trip, 1800' gain. 4WD high clearance vehicles advised. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 15-17 Fri-Sun LTC, Harwood Lodge, WTC
C: Wilderness First Aid Course: Runs from 8 AM Fri to 5:30 PM Sun. Fee includes lodging, meals and practice first aid kit. Proof of CPR within previous 4 years required to enroll. Fee $210 (full refund through March 11). For application contact (e-mail preferred) Leader: STEVE SCHUSTER
Apr 16 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Sawtooth Peak (5200+), Burnt Peak (5788'), Liebre Mountain (5760'+): Rescheduled to July 9. Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leaders: VIRGIL POPESCU, PATRICK VAUGHN
Apr 16 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: McPherson Peak (5794'), Peak Mountain (5843'): Join this moderate hike via trail and road to two great peaks in Northern Santa Barbara County. The total hike will be 14.5 miles round trip with 3500' of gain. Bring: lug soles, water, lunch, snacks, layers, sunscreen & hat. Contact leader for status and details. Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, VIRGINIA SIMPSON, PATRICK VAUGHN
Apr 16 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Caliente Mountain (5106'): Hike to the highest point of San Luis Obispo County and the Carrizo Plain National Monument. 17 miles, round trip with 2800' of gain, on dirt road. Possible wildflowers. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-leader: WAYNE BANNISTER
Apr 16 Sat Forest Committee, 20s & 30s
Chapter Centennial Outing
Rescheduled from April 9
O: California Trails Day in Angeles National Forest: We will join forces with the Angeles National Forest and other volunteer organizations to work on the Gabrielino Trail out of the Red Box trailhead near Mount Wilson. This is a great opportunity to meet and forge alliances with other trail-working groups within the Los Angeles River Ranger District. We will work 4-6 hours, breaking for lunch and a short ceremony at 1:00 pm in the Red Box Parking Lot. Activities will end at 3:30 pm. Participants must register with Forest Service at Red Box in addition to waiver/sign-in with Sierra Club. Please bring your lunch and personal equipment listed below: Work gloves, work shoes, work clothes (long sleeve shirts and long pants), sun protection hat, hard-hat (if available), Ten Essentials (include a personal First Aid kit), Water (2 Qt's.), snacks. Meet 6:45 am at the Park and Ride lot at the Lowell Ave exit from the 210 freeway in La Crescenta. The lot is on the south side of the 210 freeway, about 4 miles west of Angeles Crest highwa y (Route 2) in La Canada. The Foothill Athletic Club is right across the street from the park and ride. If you want to mapquest or google, search for 3931 Lowell Ave La Crescenta 91214. Alternately, you can meet up with us at Red Box at 8:00 am. Leader: BOB THOMPSON Assistant: DON BREMNER
Apr 16 Sat LTC, WTC
MR: Navigation Workshop on 3rd Class Terrain: This navigation workshop is limited to individuals participating in the Indian Cove Navigation Noodle and is intended to explore special navigation issues that arise on 3rd class terrain. Class 3 rock travel experience required. Restricted to Sierra Club members. Helmets and medical forms required/group size limited. Send email/sase, SC#, class 3 experience, conditioning, contact info to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Co-Leader: JACK KIEFFER
Apr 16-17 Sat-Sun LTC, WTC, HPS, DPS, SPS
I: Indian Cove Navigation: Navigation noodle at Joshua Tree National Park to satisfy the Basic (I/M) level navigation requirements. Sat for practice, skills refresher, altimeter, homework, campfire. Sun checkout. Send email or sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare, to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Assistant: PHIL WHEELER
Apr 17 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Santa Cruz Peak (5570'), San Rafael Mountain (6593'), McKinley Mountain (6200'): Hike the BIG Three at a strong pace in around 13 hours. The total hike will be about 33 miles round trip with 8600' gain. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket & hat. Contact the leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Apr 19 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Russell Peak (6696'), Backus Peak (6651'): A strenuous hike on rough trail for 8 miles round trip with 3600' of gain to peaks near Mojave. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 20 Wed Hundred Peaks
I: Sunset Point (5399'): Hike to this excellent vista at a strong pace from the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park. The total hike will be about 14 miles with 4000' of gain. The first two miles follow a wide dirt road. The third mile climbs up a steep firebreak (use trail). And the 4th through 7th miles follow the Sunset Ridge Fire Road. The views from the summit are outstanding! Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles, jacket & hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER DOGGETT, BILL SIMPSON
Apr 20 Wed LTC, SPS, DPS, WTC
M/ER: Workshop: Advanced Mountaineering Program (AMP3) - Basic Safety System: First of 4 climbing workshops open to SC members with prior roped climbing experience. Today's indoor evening workshop of 4 hours reviewing ropes, knots, harnesses, helmets, and basic climbing gear will take place in Pasadena. As space is limited, priority will be given to participants who commit to all four workshops. Send sase or e-mail with SC#, resume, phones to Leader: DAN RICHTER Assistant: PAT McKUSKY
Apr 21 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Apr 22 Fri Hundred Peaks
O: Indian Mountain (5790'), Black Mountain #1 (7772'), Castle Rocks (8600'): Join us for a day hike of these peaks near Mount San Jacinto. Indian and Black are drive ups. Castle Rocks is a 4½ mile round trip, 900' gain. Lots of dirt road driving. 4WD high clearance vehicles advised. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 23 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Sheephead Mountain (5896'), Monument Peak #1 (6271'), Garnet Peak (5880'+), Garnet Mountain (5680'+): Hike these four nice high points in San Diego County. The total hike should be about 12 miles round trip with 2200' gain. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch and jacket. Contact the leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Apr 23 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Cleghorn Mtn (5333'), Cajon Mtn (5360'+), Sugarpine Mtn (5478'), Monument Peak #2 (5290'), Bailey Peak (5699'): Come join us for an easy day with lots of dirt road driving to these five near drive-ups east of the I-15 in the Cajon Pass. The longest hike will be Cajon Mtn with 4 miles round trip and 500' gain if the gate on the lookout road is locked. All the other peaks will either be drive ups or will be 0.5 mi round trip or less with no more than 200' gain. Relaxed and easy pace. High clearance 4WD recommended. Contact the leaders for status and details. Leaders: MAT KELLIHER, JIM FLEMING, WINNETTE BUTLER
Apr 23 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Iron Mountain #1 (8007'): Big Iron in the San Gabriel Mountains is one of the toughest peaks on the HPS List. It involves 16 miles round trip and over 6500' of gain, and is not suitable for beginners. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-leader: BRUCE CRAIG
Apr 23 Sat LTC, SPS, DPS, WTC
M/ER: Advanced Mountaineering Program (AMP3) - Belaying: 2nd of 4 climbing workshops open to SC members with prior roped climbing experience. Today at Stoney Point in Chatsworth, focus is on belaying and principles of anchor building. As space is limited priority will be given to participants who commit to all four workshops. Send sase or e-mail with SC#, resume, phones to Leader: DAN RICHTER Assistant: PAT McKUSKY
Apr 23-24 Sat-Sun LTC, SPS, DPS
M/ER: Sierra Snow Checkoff/Practice: For M & E candidates wanting to check off leadership ratings or others who wish to practice new techniques. Restricted to SC members with some prior basic training with the ice axe. Send SC#, climbing resume, email, H&W phones to Leader: NILE SORENSON Co-Leader: DOUG MANTLE
Apr 24 Sun 20s & 30s
O: Rocky Peak (2714'), via Chumash Trail (1200'), Simi Valley, CA: Excellent views of the San Fernando & Simi Valleys & the surrounding hills. Moderately Paced, Appx. 8 miles round trip, 1500' elevation gain, 5-6 hours est. total. Meet 9:00 am, Chumash trailhead end of Flanagan Rd in Simi Valley. From the 118 freeway, exit and turn north on Yosemite Avenue. After about 2/3 of a mile, turn right on Flanagan. The trailhead is on the right at the end of the road. Street parking available in a residential neighborhood- please be respectful of the residents! Little to no shade on the trail. Bring snacks, lunch, at least 2 quarts of drinking water, sturdy shoes and sun protection: wide brimmed hat, sunglasses, sunscreen etc. Leader: RYAN KINSELLA Assistant: PAMELA ROWE
Apr 26 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Eagle Crag (5077'): A strenuous hike on road, trail, and rough trail for 18 miles round trip with 4200' of gain to a peak near Temecula. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 26-29 Tue-Fri Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Pacific Crest Trail Backpack: From Antelope Valley through the Tehachapi Mountains to Hwy 58, west of Mojave. Experience the the California Poppies in bloom. Moderately paced. 4 days, 48 miles, one-way. Average day will be 12 miles with 2500' gain/loss. No layover days/no beginners. Participants will need to share in expense of a rental van. Send email with H & C phones, city, recent conditioning and backpack experience to Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PAT ARREDONDO
Apr 27 Wed Hundred Peaks
I: Deer Mountain (5536'): Hike to this nice peak at a moderate pace. The total hike will be about 4 miles with 1800' of gain. This is an interesting peak in the Lake Arrowhead area. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles, jacket & hat. Contact Bill Simpson for meeting information. Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, PETER DOGGETT
Apr 28 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Oakzanita Peak (5054'), Stonewall Peak (5730'): Join us for a day hike of these two peaks near Julian. Oakzanita is 8 miles round trip, 1000' gain on road and trail. Possibility of wild flowers if good rain year. Pace slow to moderate. Stonewall is 4 miles round trip, 900' gain on trail. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Apr 28 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Apr 30 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Lizard Head (5250'), Cuyama Peak (5878'): A strenuous hike on trail and cross-country for 11 miles round trip with 3200' of gain and a drive-up to two peaks west of Maricopa. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Moderate pace. High-clearance SUV advised. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, PATRICK VAUGHN
Apr 30 Sat LTC, SPS, DPS, WTC
M/ER: Advanced Mountaineering Program (AMP3) - Rappelling: 3rd of 4 climbing workshops open to SC members with prior roped climbing experience. Today at Stoney Point in Chatsworth, focus is on rappelling. As space is limited priority will be given to participants who commit to all four workshops. Send sase or e-mail with SC#, resume, phones to Leader: DAN RICHTER Assistant: PAT McKUSKY
May
May 1 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Palm View Peak (7160'+), Cone Peak (6800'+), Pyramid Peak (7035'+), Pine Mountain #2 (7054'), Lion Peak (6868'): Canceled. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
May 2 Mon Hundred Peaks
O: Alamo Mountain (7360'), McDonald Peak (6870'): Replaced by Owens Peak, below. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
May 2 Mon Hundred Peaks
Replaces Alamo and McDonald.
O: Owens Peak (8453'): A moderately strenuous walk on the Owens Peak Trail (which involves walking on rock slabs) for 7 miles round trip with 3200' of gain to a peak near Ridgecrest. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
May 5 Thu Hundred Peaks
I: Bighorn Mountains (5894'): This will be a 6-mile hike with 2600' of gain in San Bernardino County. The hike involves much cross-country hiking and some second-class rock obstacles. Bring lug soles, water, lunch, snacks, layers, sunscreen & hat. Contact leader for status and details. Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, PETER DOGGETT
May 5 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Allen Peak (5795'), Constance Peak (6645'): A moderately strenuous walk on dirt road and rough trail and an easy walk on rough trail, totaling 9 miles round trip with 1800' of gain, to peaks near Redlands. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, JOHN RADALJ, MARS BONFIRE
May 5 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
May 7 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Iron Mountain #1 (8007'): Hike to Big Iron Mtn from Heaton Flat at a strong pace. With 14 miles round trip and 7200' of total gain, this very strenuous hike is for strong and experienced hikers. No beginners or woozles. Bring: water, lunch, boots, jacket & hat. For meeting information, contact the leaders. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
May 7 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Caliente Mountain (5106'): This will either be a 17-mile road and trail hike with 3000' of gain - or it will be a strenuous cross-country hike with 13.5 miles round trip and 3700' of gain to this peak in San Luis Obispo County. Either route will take about the same hiking time. Leaders may decide between Route 1 and Route 2 on the day of the hike. Bring lug soles, water, lunch snacks, layers, sunscreen & hat. Contact leader for status and details. Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, PATRICK VAUGHN
May 7 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Galena Peak (9324'): Creek bed bouldering and gnarly scree climb of the "Headwall" brings us to the highest point on Yucaipa Ridge near Redlands. Exploratory loop hike, returning on ridge and HPS Route 1 for Little San Gorgonio Peak (we will not do this peak). Strenuous 10 miles round trip, 3300' gain. Number of participants limited. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-leaders: WAYNE BANNISTER, MARKEY NEIGHBORS, GREG de HOOGH
May 7 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Hildreth Peak (5065'): Postponed due to access issues. Leaders: MAT KELLIHER, JIM FLEMING, WINNETTE BUTLER
May 7 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Desert Pictograph scramble behind Queen Mountain in Joshua Tree National Park: Approximately 5 ½ miles, 300' gain. Not a climb of Queen Mountain. Slow pace. Come join us on a rough cross-country adventure, with a lot of route finding and minor scrambling through the Wonderland of Rocks. See 9 pictograph/petroglyph sites in caves, Garrett's Arch (the only rock arch in the park), and the ancient site of a native American village. Very early starting time for a long, tiring day of scrambling. Contact leader for details. Leader: DIANE DUNBAR, Assistant GARY BICKEL
May 7 Sat Lower Peaks, Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures
O: Eagle Peak (3226'): In San Diego County. 5 miles round trip 700' gain. 400' gain on way back. After the hike, we will visit nearby Three Sisters Falls in the Boulder Creek Canyon. View stunning rock cliffs. Peak is located near the headwaters of the San Diego River and has a 360-degree view of the drainages that feed the streams of the watershed. The views into the Boulder Creek Canyon from the top are worth the climb. Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, LAURA FRANCIOSI, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
May 7 Sat LTC, SPS, DPS
M/ER: Sierra Snow Checkoff/Practice: For M & E candidates wanting to check off leadership ratings or others who wish to practice new techniques. Restricted to SC members with some prior basic training with the ice axe. Send SC#, climbing resume, email, H&W phones to Leader: TINA BOWMAN Co-Leader: TOM McDONNELL
May 7-8 Sat-Sun LTC, SPS, DPS, WTC
M/ER: Advanced Mountaineering Program (AMP3) - Rock Climbing Techniques and Anchors: 4th of 4 climbing workshops open to SC members with prior roped climbing experience. This weekend completes the series of AMP workshops at Joshua Tree National Park and focuses on climbing and anchors. As space is limited priority will be given to participants who commit to all four workshops. Send sase or e-mail with SC#, resume, phones to Leader: DAN RICHTER Assistant: PAT McKUSKY
May 9 Mon Hundred Peaks
O: Sugarloaf Mountain (9952'): A moderately strenuous hike on dirt road and trail for 7 miles round trip with 1600' of gain to a peak near Big Bear Lake. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
May 10 Tue Hundred Peaks
Drive up to peaks replaced with hike
I: Peak Mountain (5843'), McPherson Peak (5749'): A strenuous hike of 14 1/2 miles round trip, 3800' gain on trail and road of these two peaks near New Cuyama. We will be doing Route 2 from Aliso Campground. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
May 10 Tue Hundred Peaks
Management Committee Meeting: All are welcome to attend our bi-monthly management committee meeting to discuss the business side of the section and upcoming activities. Opportunities to become involved are available. The meeting begins at 6:30 PM via conference call. To receive conference call information, to have items added to the agenda or to volunteer, please contact Chair: PAMELA ROWE
May 12 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
May 13 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Round Mountain (5272'), Luna Mountain (5967'), Rattlesnake Mountain (6131'), White Mountain #1 (7727'): Join us for a day of hiking these 4 peaks southeast of Hesperia. 4 separate hikes. Round is 1 mile round trip, 700' gain, Luna is 3 miles round trip, 800' gain, and Rattlesnake is 1½ miles round trip, 500' gain, all cross country. White is 6 miles round trip, 1000' gain on road and use trail. 4WD high clearance vehicles advised. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
May 14 Sat Hundred Peaks
Chapter Centennial Outing
I: Mount Jenkins (7921'): Replaced by Southwell, see below. Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER BONFIRE
May 14 Sat Hundred Peaks
Replaces Jenkins, above
O: Southwell Peak (7840'): A moderately strenuous walk on rough trail and Pacific Crest Trail for 7 miles round trip with 2400' of gain to a peak near Idyllwild. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER BONFIRE
May 14 Sat Hundred Peaks
M: Lily Rock (8000'), Tahquitz Peak (8846'), Red Tahquitz (8800'), South Peak (7840'), Anstell Rock (7679'): Join this adventurous hike along the Desert Divide that is intended for experienced and rugged hikers. The total hike will be about 10.5 miles round trip with 4500' of gain & 5500' of descent. We will have a car-shuttle, start at Humber Park & end at the Zen Center. Most of the hike will follow the Pacific Crest Trail along a gorgeous section of the trail. However, there will be several stretches of 3rd-class rocks to climb. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots, jacket & hat. For information about the trip's meeting time and for permission to join the group, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
May 14 Sat LTC, WTC, Hundred Peaks
I: Beginning Navigation Clinic: Spend the day one-on-one with an instructor, learning/practicing map and compass in our local mountains. Beginners to rusty old-timers welcome and practice is available at all skill levels. Not a checkout, but it will help you prepare. Many expert leaders will attend; many I-rated leaders started here in the past. 4 mi, 500' gain. Send sase, phones, $25 deposit (Sierra Club, refunded at trailhead) to Leader: DIANE DUNBAR Co-Leader: RICHARD BOARDMAN
May 14 Sat LTC
C: Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR: Join us for an American Red Cross Standard First Aid Class comparing urban and Wilderness First Aid plus a discussion on altitude sickness. This also includes American Red Cross Adult CPR. The class will be given at the Sierra Club Angeles Chapter headquarters on 3435 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 320, Los Angeles, CA on Saturday May 14th from 9 am to 3 pm. The cost is $35 for the class and $15 for the American Red Cross Cards. Park in the building garage in the front section only. Please bring your snacks and lunch for breaks and a short lunch time. All the supplies needed for the class are provided. Your email telling me you will be there is all you need to sign up. Leader: STEVE GOLDSTEIN
May 14 Sat Wilderness Adventures, LPC, Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from March 26
O: Santa Paula Peak (4957') in Ventura County: Climb a lovely Lower Peak (only 43' lower than an HPS Peak) in Los Padres National Forest. Get a good workout on this 11 mile round trip 3600' gain hike. Walk past avocado groves and lots of cattle. The view from the top includes the Channel Islands and many HPS Peaks in all directions. Email leader for further details including carpool point. Consider joining leaders the next day for an adventurous hike in Santa Barbara (see below). Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
May 15 Sun Wilderness Adventures, LPC, Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from March 27
I: Cathedral Peak (3333'): Climb a peak in Santa Barbara. Adventurous, steep, boulder hopping hike. 6 miles round trip, 2500' gain. Great views, looking up the coast and to the Channel Islands. Meet some fun folks from the Santa Barbara Chapter of the Sierra Club. Optional festive dinner in Santa Barbara. Consider spending the weekend and joining Saturday outing (see above). Leader: MARLEN MERTZ Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
May 15 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: Bailey Peak (5699'), Mount McDill (5187'): Rescheduled to November 5. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, VIRGIL POPESCU, PATRICK VAUGHN
May 17 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Eagle Rest Peak (6005'), Antimony Peak (6848'): Rescheduled to May 26. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
May 19 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Oakzanita Peak (5054'): A moderately strenuous mountain bike ride on dirt road and trail for 8 miles round trip with 1000' of gain to a peak near Julian. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials, bike helmet, spare tube, lock, and light. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
May 19 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
May 20 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Butterfly Peak (6228'), Rock Point (5280'+): Join us for a day of hiking these 2 peaks on the Desert Divide, southeast of Idyllwild. A loop hike of 8 miles round trip, 2300' gain. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
May 20-22 Fri-Sun Hundred Peaks, Lower Peaks
Chapter Centennial Outing
Spring Fling 2011: Welcome in the spring with a fun and festive weekend in the San Gabriel Mountains. Join us for outstanding peak bagging, at all levels, followed by a potluck dinner Saturday night. The Hundred Peaks Section will host a very fun evening of socializing, music, story telling, reminiscing and meeting old and new friends. Bring your instruments - guitar, fiddle, accordion. Bring your funny and fascinating hiking tales from the present and the past. Check the HPS Website, the Lookout, and the Schedule of activities for weekend Spring Fling hikes. We have reserved the Sierra Club Harwood Lodge near Mt. Baldy for Friday and Saturday night. Located at 6000' elevation and 15 miles above Claremont, Harwood is within easy driving distance. The Lodge has a fully equipped kitchen, dormitory sleeping facilities and restrooms with showers. There are also several historic hotels and cabins located in or near Baldy Village and they can be found on-line. Camping is another option. There is no charge but reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Send sase/esase to Reservationist: MARLEN MERTZ
May 21 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Mount San Antonio (10,064'), Mount Harwood (9552'): Strenuous hike on and around Mt. Baldy as part of the HPS Spring Fling, 10 miles, 4000' gain/loss. Starting at Harwood Lodge, we will hike up Route 2 (Ski Hut trail) and down Route 4 (Register Ridge). Potluck afterwards at Harwood Lodge. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leaders: WAYNE VOLLAIRE, GREG de HOOGH
May 21 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Bighorn Peak (8441'): Rescheduled to May 22. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, PATRICK VAUGHN
May 21 Sat Hundred Peaks, WTC, Wilderness Adventures, West LA
O: Thunder Mountain (8587'), Telegraph Peak (8985'), Timber Mountain (8303'): 10 plus miles. 4,500 ft + gain. Hike all THREE of the T's and enjoy High T(ea) on the trail (really!!!...an assortment of goodies at tea time!!). Some leaders might skip a peak, if you are interested. We will decide on Sat after seeing participant interest. A sumptuous pot luck dinner will await you at the Harwood Lodge HPS Centennial Spring Fling. Due to complications with the Bike race we will be doing the hike in reverse starting from Icehouse Canyon, you will summit three peaks and enjoy continuous vistas, while walking amongst Pine, Fir and Cedar. Descend via the Ski Lift and hiking back to Harwood. WTC students, Wilderness Adventures, West LA members (and all others) are extended a hearty welcome to join weekend HPS Spring Fling activities. Contact Marlen Mertz for meeting time and other details. Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, TERRY GINSBERG, DAVID HAAKE, MIKKI SIEGEL, BILL SIMPSON
May 21 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Two of the T's - Thunder Mountain (8587'), Telegraph Peak (8985'): 9.5 miles (or 5.8 miles if you take the ski lift up and down) 1600' gain. Hike these two these beautiful peaks as part of the HPS Centennial Spring Fling weekend. We will ride the ski lift to Baldy Notch and descend on the road to Manker Flats parking area. Option to take chair lift down too. Be among the first to return to Harwood Lodge and begin celebrating. Contact either leader for meeting time and other details. Leaders: WINNETTE BUTLER, JIM FLEMING
May 21 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Harwood (9552'), Mount San Antonio (10,064'): 7 miles round trip, 4300' gain. Do something different and hike the duo via the steep and beautiful Harwood (AKA Register) Ridge. Return via Ski Hut. Bring water, lunch, layered clothing and appropriate footwear. Contact Laura for meeting time/place. Leaders: LAURA JOSEPH, JOE YOUNG
May 21 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: South Mt. Hawkins (7783'): Hike to this peak from Hwy. 39. The total hike will be 12 miles round trip with about 5300' of gain. Much of the route follows the Pigeon Ridge Firebreak, which has several very steep sections. Please bring: water, lunch, boots, jacket & hat. For meeting information, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
May 22 Sun Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from May 21.
O: Bighorn Peak (8441'): 11 miles round trip 3400' gain. Strenuous hike at moderate pace via Icehouse Saddle and Kelly's Camp. Contact Pat Arredondo for meeting time/place. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, PATRICK VAUGHN, LAURA JOSEPH
May 22 Sun Hundred Peaks, WTC, Wilderness Adventures
O: Ontario Peak (8693'): 12 miles, 3700' gain. Join the weekend festivities at the HPS Spring Fling and hike beautiful, lush Icehouse Canyon to the Saddle, then on to Ontario Peak. Our resident naturalist will teach as we hike, pointing out flowers, trees and more. For those interested, option of climbing Bighorn (8441') adding 1 miles and 900' of gain. Write either leader for meeting time and place. Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, WAYNE VOLLAIRE Assistant Leader/Naturalist: GINNY HERINGER Co-Leaders: LAURA FRANCIOSI, JIM FLEMING, WINNETTE BUTLER, MARKEY NEIGHBORS, WAYNE BANNISTER
May 22 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Sugarloaf Peak (6924'), Ontario Peak (8693') and Bighorn Peak (8441') Join this adventurous hike in the Mt. Baldy area. The total hike will be 9.5 miles round trip with 4500' of gain. We plan to go UP the Falling Rock Canyon and descend via the Icehouse Canyon trail. The climb up to the first two peaks will follow a steep & rocky path that is not ideal for beginners. Please bring - water, lunch, boots, jacket, hat, gloves & positive attitude. For meeting information, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
May 22 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Lookout Mountain #2 (6812'): Canceled. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, LAURA JOSEPH, PATRICK VAUGHN
May 22 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Crafts Peak (8364'), Butler Peak (8535'): Rescheduled to June 4. Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leader: LAURA JOSEPH
May 23 Mon Hundred Peaks
O: Santiago Peak (5687'), Modjeska Peak (5496'): A moderately strenuous hike on dirt road and rough trail for 11 miles round trip with 3400' of gain to peaks in Orange County. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
May 24 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Deer Mountain (5536'): A moderate hike on rough trail and involving a stream crossing for 4 miles round trip with 1800' of gain to a peak near Lake Arrowhead. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
May 25 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Waterman Mountain (8040'): From the Buckhorn CG exit we'll hike the canyon below Kratka Ridge and take the use trail to the Waterman Trail. After lunch on the peak, we'll return to the cars through Buckhorn CG. Snow conditions may require a change of peaks. Meet 9AM at La Cañada rideshare point. Bring water, lunch, lug soles, layers. Leaders: BROOKES TREIDLER, DORIS DUVAL
May 26 Thu Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from May 17
I: Eagle Rest Peak (6005'), Antimony Peak (6848'): Canceled. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
May 26 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
May 27 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Tip Top Mountain (7623'), Mineral Mountain (7238'): Join us for a day of hiking theses 2 peaks just east of Big Bear City. A loop hike of 4 miles round trip, 1400' gain, all cross country. 4WD high clearance vehicles advised. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
May 30 Mon Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Williamson (7623'), Pallett Mountain (7238'): Celebrate Memorial Day with this challenging hike on the north side of the San Gabriel Mountains. Hiking mostly on trail, we will hike in a loop starting from Devil's Punchbowl County Park to South Fork Campground, Islip Saddle, Williamson, Pallet, Burkhart Saddle, and then back to Devil's Punchbowl. 20 miles, 5000' gain. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, WAYNE BANNISTER, GREG de HOOGH
May 31 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Jenkins (7921'): A moderate hike on rough trail for 6 miles round trip with 2500' of gain to a peak near Ridgecrest. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
June
Jun 1 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: West Big Pine (6490'), Big Pine Mountain (6800'): Replaced by Burnt and Sawtooth, below. Leaders: JOHN RADALJ, MARS BONFIRE, GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN
Jun 1 Wed Hundred Peaks
Replaces West Big Pine and Big Pine, above
O: Burnt Peak (5788'), Sawtooth Mountain (5200'): A moderately strenuous mountain bike ride and hike for 13 miles round trip with 3000' of gain to peaks near Palmdale. Bring food, water, 10 essentials, helmet, spare tube, bike light and lock. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: JOHN RADALJ, MARS BONFIRE, GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN
Jun 2 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Jun 3 Fri Hundred Peaks
O: Rouse Hill (5168'), Thomas Mountain (6825'): Join us for a day in the mountains just south of Idyllwild. A lot of dirt road driving with little hiking. Other peaks possible. 4WD high clearance vehicle advised. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 4 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from May 22
I: Crafts Peak (8364'), Butler Peak (8535'): We'll hike across the ridge from Crafts to Butler, 10 miles round trip, 3500' gain including gain on return. No dirt road driving.Contact leaders for meeting time and place. Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leader: LAURA JOSEPH, PATRICK VAUGHN
Jun 4 Sat Hundred Peaks
Chapter Centennial Outing
I: Iron Mtn #1 (8007'), Mount San Antonio (10,064'): Boomerang from Baldy to Iron to Baldy as we celebrate the Angeles Chapter Centennial inspired by Bill T. Russell's annual routebagger's adventures to Iron. At 19 miles round trip and 9100' of gain (5550' going & 3550' on the return), this very strenuous hike is for strong hikers with recent experience. Bring: water, lunch, good lug soles, jacket, hat, gloves and a headlamp. Send recent fitness and hiking experience to Ignacia Doggett. Leaders: IGNACIA DOGGETT, PETER DOGGETT, MATTHEW HENGST, BILL SIMPSON
Jun 4 Sat LTC, WTC, HPS, DPS, SPS
I: Heart Bar Peak (8332'): Practice navigation for Sunday's checkoff on this 7 mile round trip, 1400' gain hike. We will take a cross-country route to Heart Bar Peak and practice micro-navigation skills along the way. Send email (preferred) or sase, with contact info & recent conditioning to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Co-Leaders: JANE SIMPSON, ADRIENNE BENEDICT, ANN PEDRESCHI SHIELDS
Jun 4-5 Sat-Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Sunday Peak (8295'), Bohna Peak (6788'), Black Mountain #5 (7438'), Split Mountain (6835'): Spend an enjoyable weekend hiking in the Lake Isabella area. Come for 1 or 2 days. Saturday: Sunday and Bohna as a continuous hike (easy dirt driving), mostly trail, 9 miles, 3300' gain. Sunday: Strenuous cross-country hike of Black and Split, 9 miles, 3200' gain (easy dirt driving). Car camping at primitive site or stay at a motel in Kernville. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leaders: WAYNE VOLLAIRE, GARY SCHENK
Jun 5 Sun Hundred Peaks
Chapter Centennial Outing
O: Mount Akawie (7283'): 1.2 miles round trip and 400' gain. First Sunday in June hike with Stag celebrates HPS legend Richard Akawie, editor of the Schedule of Activities from 1969 - 1989. Easy hike along Angeles Crest suitable for beginners. Bring celebratory items and stories to share on the summit. Bring water, sturdy boots. Meet 9 AM at the La Cañada rideshare point for 33 mile drive to trail head. Leader: JOE YOUNG Assistant: STAG BROWN
Jun 5 Sun LTC, WTC, HPS, DPS, SPS
I: Grinnell Ridge Navigation: Navigation Noodle in San Bernardino National Forest for either checkout or practice to satisfy Basic (I/M) or Advanced (E) level navigation requirements. Send email or sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare, to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Assistant: PHIL WHEELER
Jun 7 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Williamson (8244'), Goodykoontz Peak (7558'): A very strenuous hike on trail and rough trail for 13 miles round trip with 6700' of gain to peaks near Wrightwood. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 8 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: San Gabriel Peak (6161'), Mount Disappointment (5960'+) and Mt. Deception (5796'): Now that the Angeles Crest Highway is open from La Canada, hike these peaks at a comfortable pace via the lovely JPL trail from near Red Box. The total hike will be about 6.5 miles round trip with 2100' of gain. Please bring: water, lug soles, lunch, jacket & hat. Contact leaders for meeting details. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT, BILL SIMPSON
Jun 9 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Silver Peak (6756'), Grays Peak (7920'): Two easy hikes on dirt road and rough trail for 9 miles round trip with 2200' of gain to peaks near Big Bear Lake. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 9 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Jun 10 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Little Bear Peak (7621'), Delamar Mountain (8398'), Arctic Point (8336'): Join us for a day of hiking just northwest of Fawnskin. 3 separate hikes of cross country and use trail. Little Bear is 1 mile round trip, 200' gain. Delamar is 1 mile round trip, 600' gain. Arctic is 3 miles round trip, 800' gain. High clearance vehicles advised. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 11 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from March 12
I: Hildreth Peak (5065'): Replaced by Rattlesnake, Luna, Round and Circle, below. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PAT ARREDONDO
Jun 11 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Rattlesnake Mountain (6131'), Luna Mountain (5967'), Round Mountain (5272'), Circle Mountain (6875'), Pinyon Ridge (6535'): The first three peaks, east of Hesperia, will be done separately for a total of 3 miles, 1500' gain. We will hike to Circle Mtn. (2 miles, 800' gain) Pinyon Ridge (2 miles, 900' gain) near Wrightwood on the way back. Grand total for the day will be about 8 miles, 3200'. Dirt road driving. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PAT ARREDONDO
Jun 11 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Sam Fink Peak (7339'): Slow but steady paced, strenuous 16 mile round trip, 4300' gain (2600' in, 1700' on return) hike through the beautifully forested San Jacinto Wilderness to this remote, cliff-shrouded peak named after one of the original players of the "100 Peaks Game", and the first to complete the HPS List. Route will start from Humber Park and will follow the Devil's Slide and Caramba Trails through the gorgeous Tahquitz and Reeds Meadows; the final 800' of gain will be cross country over steep forested terrain. Suitable only for seasoned and well conditioned hikers. Bring 10 essentials, 4 liters of water, and your sense of fun. Consider car or tent camping near trailhead Friday night to facilitate early Saturday morning start. Contact leaders with experience and recent conditioning for status and details. Leaders: MAT KELLIHER, JIM FLEMING, WINNETTE BUTLER, CHRIS SPISAK, LILLY FUKUI
Jun 11 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Winston Peak (7503'), Winston Ridge (7003'), Mount Akawie (7283'): Hike these three fine peaks in the Angeles National Forest at a moderate pace. The total hike will be about 6 miles round trip with 1600' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug soles, jacket & a hat. Contact leaders for meeting details. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jun 12 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: Black Mountain #1 (7772'), Castle Rocks (8600'): Moderately strenuous hike in San Jacinto Mountains involves 17 miles round trip and 3800' gain. Bring water, lunch, sturdy boots. Call or email leaders for meeting info. Leaders: JOE YOUNG, MELODY ANDERSON
Jun 12 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Granite Peaks (7527'): Hike this nice peak that is east of Big Bear Lake at a moderate pace. The total hike will be about 5 miles round trip with 1700' of gain. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket & a hat. For meeting information, please contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jun 13 Mon Hundred Peaks
O: Cleghorn Mountain (5333'), Cajon Mountain (5360'), Sugarpine Mountain (5478'), Monument Peak #2 (5290'), Bailey Peak (5699'): Drive-ups with a few hundred feet of walking and gain to peaks in the Cajon Pass. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 14 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Lewis (8396'): Rescheduled to September 9. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 15 Wed Hundred Peaks
I: Twin Peaks (7761'): Hike this wonderful peak from Three Points at a strong pace. The total hike will be about 14 miles round trip with 2400' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots, jacket & a hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jun 15 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Cucamonga Peak (8859'): 14 miles round trip, 3900' gain. A strenuous hike from the Ice House Canyon parking lot at a slow to moderate pace. Meet 8 AM at new Mt Baldy rideshare point with ten essentials, lug soles, appropriate clothing and water. Leaders: BROOKES TREIDLER, LAURA JOSEPH, DAN BUTLER, DORIS DUVAL
Jun 16 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Thomas Mountain (6825'), Rouse Hill (5168'): Drive-ups to peaks near Idyllwild. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 16 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Jun 17 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Garnet Mountain (5680'), Garnet Peak (5880'+), Monument Peak #1 (6271'), Sheephead Mountain (5896'): Rescheduled to September 16. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 18 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Burnham (8997'), Mount Baden-Powell (9399'), Ross Mountain (7402'): Very strenuous walk on PCT and to Ross on steep and loose cross-country hike for 14 miles round trip with 4800' of gain to peaks in the San Gabriel Mountains. If time and energy permit, we'll add Throop (9137') which adds another 1 mile and 400' of gain. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Moderate pace. Contact leaders for status and details. Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leaders: LAURA JOSEPH, PATRICK VAUGHN
Jun 18 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Spitler Peak (7440'+), Apache Peak (7567'): Hike these two fine peaks via the Fobes Trail at a moderate pace. The total hike will be about 10 miles round trip (on good & great trails) with 3100' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots, jacket & a hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jun 19 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: Thomas Mountain (6825'): Hike this peak with excellent views at a moderate pace. The total hike will be about 13 miles round trip with 2400' of gain on the Ramona Trail. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots, jacket & a hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jun 19 Sun Hundred Peaks, Crescenta Valley, Airport-Marina
Chapter Centennial Outing
O: Suicide Rock (7528'): Moderately paced hike in San Jacinto Mountains involves 7 miles round trip and 1900' gain. Years ago HPS legend R. S. "Sam" Fink was given a surprise plaque on this peak in honor of his years of contributions to the HPS. Bring water, lunch, sturdy boots and celebratory items to share on the summit. Meet 7 AM at the Fairplex rideshare point. Leaders: BOB THOMPSON, STAG BROWN, JOE YOUNG
Jun 21 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Ten Thousand Foot Ridge (10,094'), Lake Peak (10,161'), Grinnell Mountain (10,284'): A strenuous hike on trail and rough trail for 16 miles round trip with 3380' of gain to peaks near Big Bear Lake and Mount San Gorgonio. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 22 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Mooney (5840'+), Middle Hawkins (8505'), Mount Hawkins (8850'), Throop Peak (9138'): Hike these 4 peaks at a moderate pace. The first peak entails hiking 1 mile round trip with 250' of gain on a dirt road. Then we will drive over to Dawson Saddle & set-up a car-shuttle. We will plan to begin below Windy Gap. The hike for these final three peaks will be about 7 miles with 2300' of gain and 1600' of descent on good trails. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots, jacket & a hat. Contact leaders for meeting details. Leaders: PETER DOGGETT, IGNACIA DOGGETT & BILL SIMPSON
Jun 22 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Baldy (10,064') from Manker Flats (6180'): 8 miles round trip, 4000' gain. Up the Ski Hut trail to the highest peak in the San Gabriels. Meet 8 AM at the new Mount Baldy rideshare point. Snow may shorten this hike. Bring water, lunch, appropriate clothing, lug soles. Leaders: BROOKES TREIDLER, DAN BUTLER, LAURA JOSEPH, DORIS DUVAL
Jun 23 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Jun 24 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Weldon Peak (6320'): Join us for a day of hiking just southeast of Lake Isabella. 7 miles round trip on road, trail and cross country. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 25 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Charlton Peak (10,806'): Canceled. Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, VIRGINIA SIMPSON
Jun 25 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Reyes Peak (7510'), Haddock Mtn (7416'): Hike these glorious peaks in the Los Padres National Forest at a comfortable pace. The entire hike will be about 9 miles round trip with 1000' of elevation gain. We should spend around 4 hours walking. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots, jacket, hat & a smile. "Half-Emptyers" not allowed. Contact for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT, BILL SIMPSON
Jun 25 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from March 26
I: Monte Arido (6010'), Old Man Mountain (5538'), Fox Mountain #1 (5167'): Replaced by Thunder, Telegraph and Timber, below. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, PATRICK VAUGHN
Jun 25 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Thunder Mountain (8587'), Telegraph Peak (8985'), Timber Mountain (8303'): Ride the Mt. Baldy Ski lift up, hike to these great peaks, and descend Icehouse Canyon. 10 miles, 3000' gain and 5000' loss. Car shuttle. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PAT ARREDONDO
Jun 25-26 Sat-Sun WTC, Hundred Peaks
I: San Jacinto Peak (10,804'), Folly Peak (10,480'), Cornell Peak (9750'): 15 miles, 3800' elevation gain. Saturday AM take Palm Springs Tram ($23.25) to trailhead, then backpack 2 miles (500' gain) to Round Valley, set up camp. Saturday afternoon, moderately paced day hike to San Jacinto and Folly Peak, 9 miles 2250' gain round trip cross-country back to camp. Saturday evening happy hour. Sunday AM break camp, backpack to Cornell, 4 miles 1200' elevation gain and cross-country back to tram. Contact Leader: VICTORIA OVERBEY Co-Leader: ROD KIEFFER
Jun 25-26 Sat-Sun Wilderness Adventures, History, Harwood
Chapter Centennial Outing
O: A Weekend of History and Hiking at Harwood Lodge: Saturday, 8AM hike to San Antonio Ski Hut and Gold Ridge Mine ruins (5 miles round trip, 2500') followed by Happy Hour, dinner and evening program on the Great Hiking Era. Sunday, hike or ski lift ride (fee) to Baldy Notch, followed by w mile round trip hike from top of lift to Hocumac Mine remains and site of the Baldy Cabin, used by the Chapter 1920-1930. Includes Saturday night lodging, 3 meals (dinner, breakfast, lunch) plus Happy Hour refreshments. Lodge will be available Friday night ofr additional standard overnight fee ($12/$15) payable when registering at lodge. Send SASE, contact information, $32 with SC# ($35 non-member) check made out to Wilderness Adventures to Reservationist/Assistant: PETER IRELAND (33905 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265-2316) Leader: BOB CATES Assistant: MARY MORALES
Jun 26 Sun Hundred Peaks, 20s & 30s Singles
Chapter Centennial Outing
O: Mount Pinos (8831'), Sawmill Mountain (8818'), Grouse Mountain (8650'): Re-enactment of Weldon Heald's 100th peak involves 9 miles round trip and 1500' gain mostly on trail. Hike in Los Padres mountains will be moderately paced. Bring water, lunch, sturdy boots, celebratory items to share on the summit of Grouse. Meet 7 AM at the Sylmar rideshare point. Leaders: JOE YOUNG, BOB THOMPSON, STAG BROWN, MELODY ANDERSON, KAREN LEVERICH, PAMELA ROWE, DAVE COMERZAN, MARK ALLEN, PETER DOGGETT, IGNACIA DOGGETT, MARLEN MERTZ, PATRICK VAUGHN, WINNETTE BUTLER
Jun 28 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Charlton Peak (10,806'), Jepson Peak (11,205'): Canceled. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 29 Wed Hundred Peaks
I: Circle Mountain (6875'): Hike this short & steep peak near Wrightwood at a deliberate pace. The total hike will be about 2 miles round trip with 800' of gain. After Circle we'll drive over to Guffy campground and hike the dirt road down toward Lupine. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles, a hat. Contact leaders for meeting details. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jun 29 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Middle Hawkins (8505') from Windy Gap Trail: Scenic 7 miles round trip, 1800' gain hike with high mountain views. Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare point with water, lunch, good footwear, suitable clothing layers. Leaders: ROSEMARY CAMPBELL, SARAH KORDA
Jun 30 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Alamo Mountain (7360'), McDonald Peak (6870'): Two easy hikes on rough trail totaling 3 miles round trip with 850' of gain to peaks near Gorman. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Jun 30 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
July
Jul 1 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Pyramid Peak (7035'), Pine Mountain #2 (7054'), Lion Peak (6868'): Rescheduled to July 22. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jul 3 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Pine Mountain Ridge (7440'+), Wild View Peak (7258'): Hike on a great trail to two new peaks with exquisite views. The total hike should be about 8 miles round trip with 1800' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles & hat. We may also visit the Upper Fish Fork trail camp that will add another 3 miles round trip and 1200' of gain. Contact leaders for meeting details. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT, JOE YOUNG & PAT ARREDONDO
Jul 6 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Winston Peak (7502'), Winston Ridge (7003'): From Cloudburst Summit, mile marker 57.26, hike over Winston and down to Winston Ridge. Return by way of the Pacific Crest Trail. 7 miles, 1200' gain. Meet 9 AM at La Cañada rideshare point. Bring water, lunch, good footwear. Leaders: JOHN RADALJ, BETH MIKA
Jul 9 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from April 16
I: Sawtooth Mountain (5200+), Burnt Peak (5788'), Liebre Mountain (5760'+): Enjoy the Liebre Range in far northwest Los Angeles County. Moderately strenuous, 10 miles round trip, 2600' gain on firebreaks and roads. Much dirt road driving; high clearance vehicles recommended. For details contact Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leaders: VIRGIL POPESCU, PATRICK VAUGHN, TED LUBESHKOFF
Jul 9 Sat Hundred Peaks, 20s & 30s
Chapter Centennial Outing
I: Marion Mountain (10,320'+), Drury Peak (10,160'+): Strenuous outing in San Jacinto wilderness involves 12 miles round trip and 4000' of gain mostly on the Marion Mountain trail but with some cross country. Bring water, lunch, sturdy boots, sunscreen and 10 essentials. Wilderness permit limits number of participants. Send current conditioning and recent hikes to leaders for meeting details. Leaders: PAMELA ROWE, JOE YOUNG
Jul 9 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Galena Peak (9324'): Climb this awesome peak at a moderate pace. The total hike will be 8 miles round trip on trail and cross-country. Part of the route crosses the Headwall (which is steep, loose and has poor footings). The total gain is only 3300'. Please, no beginners and/or heffalumps! Bring: water, lunch, good lug-soled boots, hat, jacket & gloves. Contact leaders for meeting details. Leader: PETER DOGGETT Assistant Leaders: IGNACIA DOGGETT, CHRIS SPISAK, LILLY FUKUI, MAT KELLIHER
Jul 9 Sat Forest Committee, HPS, Crescenta Valley
O: Centennial Trails Restoration in Angeles National Forest: Canceled. Leader: JIM FLEMING Assistant: BOB THOMPSON
Jul 10 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Anderson Peak (10,840'), Shield's Peak (10,680'), San Bernardino East Peak (10,691'), San Bernardino Peak (10,649'): Very strenuous outing the in San Bernardino Mtns involves 20 miles, 5000' gain, mostly on trails. Not suitable for beginners. Participants must be able to handle high elevation hiking. Wilderness permit limits number of participants. Bring water, lunch, sturdy boots, sunscreen. Call leaders for info. Leaders: JOE YOUNG, MELODY ANDERSON
Jul 10 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Grinnell Mountain (10,284'): Hike this large mountain via the South Fork Trail at a moderate pace on good trail. The total hike should be about 13.5 miles round trip with 3500' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots, jacket, & hat. Contact leaders for meeting details. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jul 12 Tue Hundred Peaks
O: Pine Mountain Ridge (7440'+), Wild View Peak (7258'): Join us for another hike of these two new fine additions to the HPS list. 8 miles round trip with 1800' of gain. Pace slow to moderate. High clearance advised. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, PATRICK VAUGHN
Jul 12 Tue Hundred Peaks
Management Committee Meeting: All are welcome to attend our bi-monthly management committee meeting to discuss the business side of the section and upcoming activities. Opportunities to become involved are available. The meeting begins at 6:30 PM via conference call. To receive conference call information, to have items added to the agenda or to volunteer, please contact Chair: PAMELA ROWE
Jul 14 Thu  
Prayers for Charlie Knapke's Life: Charlie died on May 8th. Friends will return Charlie to his beloved Mojave Desert in early November (Nov 5-6, see below), and all are invited to celebrate his wonderful life. Prayers will be offered for Charlie's life at the St. Bede's Catholic Church, La Cañada, Thursday, July 14, 5:30PM. For more information, contact: DIANE DUNBAR
Jul 15-16 Fri-Sat PV-SB, Hundred Peaks, WTC
I: Mt San Antonio (10,064'): Rescheduled to September 9th and 10th. Leader: BARRY HOLCHIN Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Jul 16 Sat Angeles Chapter
Centennial Picnic for Posterity: 9AM to 4PM at the Malibu Nature Preserve. See Picnic Announcement for details.
Jul 16 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Yucaipa Ridge Traverse - Little San Gorgonio Peak (9133'), Wilshire Mountain (8832'), Wilshire Peak (8680'+), Cedar Mountain (8324'), Birch Mountain (7826'), Allen Peak (5795'): Very tough hike through steep, loose, rocky, brushy, and beautiful forested terrain where we'll be treated to spectacular views as we traverse the famed Yucaipa Ridge. We'll set up a car shuttle and starting at the Vivian Creek trailhead we'll travel a very strenuous 15 mile route with 5500' of gain at a slow but steady pace up and along the ridgeline with our exit into the Bear Paw Preserve to the west - the final summit of Allen will be optional. Suitable only for experienced, agile, well conditioned, seasoned and determined hikers - no beginners please. Bring 10 essentials, 4 liters of water, and a sense of adventure. Contact leader with experience and recent conditioning for status and details. Leaders: MAT KELLIHER, JIM FLEMING, WINNETTE BUTLER, CHRIS SPISAK, LILLY FUKUI
Jul 16 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Dawson Peak (9575'), Pine Mountain #1 (9648'), Wild View Peak (7258'), Pine Mountain Ridge (7440'): Join us on this adventurous hike in the Wrightwood area that will include the latest two additions to the HPS List. 10 miles, 4500' gain/ loss. One-way hike with a car shuttle. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PAT ARREDONDO
Jul 17 Sun Hundred Peaks
Chapter Centennial Outing
I: San Gorgonio Peak (10,499'), Dragon's Head (10,866'), Bighorn Mtn (10,997'): Very strenuous outing in San Gorgonio Wilderness involves 20 miles and 5500' gain. Hike mostly on trails. Not suitable for beginners. Bring water, lunch, sturdy boots, rain gear in case of sudden bad weather. Wilderness permit limits number of participants. Call leaders for info. Leaders: JOE YOUNG, PETER DOGGETT, IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jul 19 Tue Hundred Peaks
O: Owens Peak (8453'): A moderately strenuous hike on dirt road, trail, and rock slabs for 7 miles round trip with 3200' gain to a peak near Ridgecrest. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jul 20 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: Hildreth Peak (5065'): Rescheduled to November 14. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, MARS BONFIRE
Jul 20 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Burnham (8997'): Hike to one of the high peaks W of Mt Baden-Powell. We'll start at Dawson Saddle and pick up the Pacific Crest Trail. Moderate 8 miles, 2200' gain. Meet 9 AM at La Cañada rideshare pt. Bring water, lunch, suitable footwear. Leaders: BOB THOMPSON, GINNY HERINGER, BROOKES TREIDLER
Jul 20 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Pinos (8831'): Hike the lovely McGill trail through a thick forest with tall pine trees. The total hike will be about 16 miles round trip with 3000' of gain on trail & dirt road. Bring: lug-soles, jacket, water, lunch & hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jul 22 Fri Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from July 1
I: Pyramid Peak (7035'), Pine Mountain #2 (7054'), Lion Peak (6868'): Join us for a day of hiking on the Desert Divide southeast of Idyllwild. A loop hike of 11 miles round trip, 3200' gain on trail and use trail. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jul 23 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: San Bernardino Peak (10,649'): Hike to this fine peak in high, cool air. We'll hike up the San Bernardino trail from Angelus Oaks. The entire hike will be 16 miles round trip with 4900' of gain. Please bring: Lug-soled boots, water, lunch, jacket & hat. No beginners. For meeting time, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jul 24 Sun Hundred Peaks
M: Castle Rocks (8600'+), Black Mtn #1 (7772'), Lily Rock (8000'+): Hike these three nice peaks near the San Jacinto Wilderness. The entire hike involves hiking 7.5 miles round trip with 2800' of gain. Castle Rock will be reached by walking up a beautiful trail. Black Mtn #1 involves walking up a dirt road. Lily Rock requires hiking up a lovely use-trail and the last 200' goes up a steep, rocky ledge. Please bring: lug-soled boots, water, lunch, jacket, hat & gloves. For meeting time, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jul 26 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Jenkins (7921'): A moderately strenuous hike on rough trail for 6 miles round trip with 2500' of gain to a peak near Ridgecrest. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jul 27 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: Sugarloaf Mountain (9952'): A moderately strenuous walk on road and trail for 7 miles round trip with 1600' of gain to a peak near Big Bear Lake. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Jul 27 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
I: Goodykoontz Peak (7558'), Pallett Mountain (7760+') via Islip Saddle and Mount Williamson (8244'): An exhilarating hike with steep ridge trails in both directions. Not for beginners. 11 miles round trip, 4200' gain. Meet 9 AM at La Cañada rideshare pt. Bring water, lunch, suitable footwear. Leaders: JOHN RADALJ, BILL SIMPSON, BROOKES TREIDLER, RON ROSIEN
Jul 29 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Wright Mountain (8508'), Pine Mountain #1 (9648'), Dawson Peak (9575'): Join us for a day in our local mountains. Wright is a short ½ mile round trip, 200' gain on use trail and cross country. Pine and Dawson are 5 ½ miles round trip, 2600' gain on use trail. High clearance vehicles advised. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Jul 29-31 Fri-Sun 20s & 30s Singles
O: Panamint Mtns Carcamp & Telescope Peak: Death Valley camping in August! Are we Crazy? NO! Join us on camping adventure as we camp at an elevation of 4000' in the mountains above Death Valley National Park on Friday evening (the days are warm and nights cool!). Trailhead in the 60's. Saturday, we'll hike (optional for attendees) to the top of Telescope Peak - the highest peak in the Park, at 11,000', with spectacular views in all directions. You will see Badwater in Death Valley on one side, and the Panamint Valley on the other... We also visit the Charcoal Kilns. The hike itself is a 3000' elevation gain in about 14 miles round trip. The hike is considered strenous due to the gain and distance. The weather while always unpredictable should be in the 60's and 70's. Dress in layers, bring 10 essentials for the hike and camping gear. Sunday optional peaks are avaliable. Trip includes happy hour snacks and a Saturday night hot pasta dinner. Make check to Sierra Club for $30 to leader with H & W #'s, e-mail, ride share info plus SASE. Leader: DAVID HYMAN 16300 Calahan St Sepulveda, Ca. 91343-3804 Asst: CHARLES GELLER
Jul 30 Sat Hundred Peaks
Waterman Rendezvous: The Annual Great Waterman Mountain Rendezvous is back. You are invited to this the 17th in 18 years annual event. (We had to miss a year because of the Station Fire closure.) The informal pot luck will be held on the top of Waterman Mountain, following some great hiking in the area. 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. See the outings immediately below, ordered from those that start earliest (most difficult) to those that start latest (easiest). Or just hike up on your own... Rain (or fires) cancels.
Jul 30 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Twin Peaks (7761'), Waterman Mountain (8038'): 11 miles, 4000' gain round trip. Strenuous hike from Cloudburst Summit. Bring at least 4 liters of water and an item to share for the Rendezvous potluck lunch. Meet at 6 AM at La Cañada rideshare point. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leaders: MARKEY NEIGHBORS, JOE YOUNG
Jul 30 Sat Hundred Peaks, WTC, Long Beach, PV-SB
I: Mount Waterman (8038') via Winston Peak (7502'), Winston Ridge (7003') & Mount Akawie (7283'): Join our group on this cross-country route to rendezvous with other hikes on Mount Waterman at noon. WTC students welcome and encouraged! No beginners or tigers, please. Moderate pace, 8 miles, 3600' gain. Meet 6:30 AM La Cañada rideshare point with lunch, boots, water, 10 essentials. Leaders: KENT SCHWITKIS, SHERRY ROSS
Jul 30 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Hillyer (6200'+), Mount Lewis (8396'), Waterman Mountain (8038'): Hike these two easy peaks before attending the Waterman Rendezvous. The total hike will be about 5.5 miles round trip with 1800' of gain on good trails. Please bring: water, pot-luck luncheon offerings, lug-soled boots, jacket and a hat. Meet in La Cañada at 7 AM. No Luddites or Linguini or Anchovies. We'll climb Waterman from Cloudburst. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Jul 30 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Akawie (7283'), Kratka Ridge (7515'), Mount Waterman (8038'): Warm up on easy Akawie (400' gain, optional), then move vehicles to enjoy an interesting cross-country Kratka-to-Waterman loop scramble in forested terrain; total for all three peaks comes to a moderately strenuous 8 miles round trip, 2900' gain, including the easy trail return after the Rendezvous celebration. Experienced hikers meet 7 AM La Cañada rideshare point. Bring some water, good footwear, and celebratory items for the Rendezvous. Leaders: WAYNE BANNISTER, JENNIFER WASHINGTON
Jul 30 Sat Hundred Peaks, WTC
I: Kratka Ridge (7515'), Waterman Mountain (8038'): 5.2 miles, 2700' gain round trip. Join us for the annual Waterman Rendezvous where we will first pick up Kratka Ridge, then head over to Mt. Waterman to meet up with other groups to share in lunch and fun. We will meet at 8 AM at La Cañada rideshare point where we will head off to an area near Vista Picnic area to begin our hike. Bring adventure pass, water, snacks to share, and good footwear. Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE Co-Leader: BILL SIMPSON
Jul 30 Sat Hundred Peaks, Crescenta Valley Group
I: Waterman Mountain (8038'): Cloudburst Summit to Three Points with a shuttle. Approximately 6 miles, 1000' gain, 2000' loss. Join us for this adventurous slow to moderately paced leg of the Waterman Rendezvous. We ascend steeply up Mt Waterman from Cloudburst Summit and descend the incomparably beautiful trail-less West Ridge. Wear lugsoles and a smile. Your heart will fill with all that beauty, and your stomach with the goodies. Bring 10 essentials with at least 2 qts water and suitable clothing plus potluck hors d'oeuvres for the party on top. Suitable for DETERMINED beginners. (No turning back) (discomfort, so what?) Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare point. Leaders: DIANE DUNBAR, BOBCAT THOMPSON, JIM FLEMING
Jul 30 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Waterman Mountain (8038'): Easy to moderate paced hike to the Waterman Rendezvous. 6 miles round trip, 1200' gain. Meet 9:15 AM La Cañada rideshare point. Bring something to share at the potluck, plate, utensils, 10 essentials, hat, sturdy shoes, and two quarts of water (more, especially if it's hot!). Leaders: PATRICK VAUGHN Co-Leaders: BRUCE CRAIG, KWEE-THIO NGAN
Jul 31-Aug 6 Sun-Sat Mule Pack, Hundred Peaks
O/I: Clark Lakes Mule Pack: Hired packers carry gear of 55 lbs per person while we hike separately with only our daypacks. Sunday morning hike from Silver lake (7220'), 6 miles, 3000' gain, to camp at Clark Lakes (9800') in the Ansel Adams Wilderness. Monday-Friday hike, photo, fish, or relax in camp. Clark Lake is within day hike distance to Thousand Island and Garnet Lakes as well as those of the Rush Creek drainage. Enjoy planned Happy Hour and potluck dinners every night with wine provided. Saturday hike out. $330. Note reservation/cancellation policy on Mule Pack Section website. To apply, email or phone recent high altitute and distance conditioning to Co-Leaders: LAURA JOSEPH, SANDY BURNSIDE
August
Aug 2 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: San Bernardino Peak (10,649'), San Bernardino East Peak (10,691'), Anderson Peak (10,840'+), Shields Peak (10,680'+): Strenuous hike on the San Bernardino Ridge northeast of Yucaipa. Estimate 18 miles round trip, 4000' gain on trail. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 3 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Pinos (8831') to Sheep Camp: Moderate 8 mile, 1000' gain hike in Los Padres National Forest. Beautiful views of the Chumash Wilderness. 1¼ hour drive to trailhead. Meet 9 AM at the Santa Clarita rideshare point. Bring water, lunch, appropriate footwear. Leaders: MARY PATTERSON, DAN BUTLER, ROSEMARY CAMPBELL
Aug 3 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: Black Mountain #5 (7438'), Sunday Peak (8295'), Bohna Peak (6760'): Three easy hikes on trail and rough trail totaling 10 miles round trip with 3600' of gain to peaks above Lake Isabella. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 5 Fri Hundred Peaks
O: Alamo Mountain (7360'), McDonald Peak (6870'): An easy hike on rough trail for 3 miles round trip with 850' of gain to peaks near Gorman. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 6 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Cleghorn Mountain (5333'), Cajon Mountain (5360'), Sugarpine Mountain (5478'), Monument Peak #2 (5290'), Bailey Peak (5699'): Join us for an easy day with lots of dirt road driving to these five peaks east of the I-15 overlooking Silverwood lake. Each peak will be hiked separately. Total for the day: 6 miles, 2000' gain. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: BILL SIMPSON
Aug 6 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Cucamonga Peak (8859'), Etiwanda Peak (8662'): Hike to these wonderful peaks in the Mt. Baldy area. The total hike will be about 18 miles round trip on a good trail with 4800' of gain. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, hat & jacket. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Aug 7 Sun LTC, WTC, HPS, DPS, SPS
I: Mt. Pinos Navigation: Navigation noodle in Los Padres National Forest for either checkout or practice to satisfy Basic (I/M) or Advanced (E) level navigation requirements. Send email/sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare, to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Assistant: KIM HOMAN
Aug 9 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Ten Thousand Foot Ridge (10,094'), Lake Peak (10,161'), Grinnell Mountain (10,284'): A strenuous hike on trail and rough trail for 14 miles round trip with 3400' of gain to peaks near Big Bear Lake. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 10 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: Morris Peak (7215'): A moderate walk on the PCT and rough trail for 9 miles round trip with 2000' of gain to a peak near Ridgecrest. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 10 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks, Crescenta Valley
O: Mount Hawkins (8850'), Middle Hawkins (8505'): Hike up our "secret canyon" to two of our nicest high-country peaks just off the Pacific Crest Trail. 8 miles, 2200' gain all on trail. Bring 3 L's: Lugsoles, Liquids and Lunch. Meet 9 AM, La Cañada rideshare point. Leaders: BOB THOMPSON, JIM FLEMING
Aug 12 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: San Gorgonio Mountain (11,499'), Dobbs Peak (10,459'): Join us for a day of hiking on the San Bernardino Ridge north of Banning. A strenuous hike to the highest peak in Southern California. Estimate 20 miles round trip, 4100' gain on trail and cross country. High clearance vehicles advised. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 13 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Winston Peak (7502'), Winston Ridge (7003'), Goodykoontz Peak (7558'): Join us on this challenging hike on the north side of the San Gabriel Mountains. Cool peaks, great views. 10 miles, 5500' gain/loss. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: GREG de HOOGH
Aug 13 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: San Gorgonio Mountain (11,499'), Jepson Peak (11,205'): Rescheduled to August 20. Replaced by Sugarloaf, below. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Aug 13 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Sugarloaf Mountain (9952'): Hike to this large mountain in the Big Bear area via a trail from the west. The trail has nice views of Big Bear Lake & the surrounding area. The total hike will be about 12 miles round trip with 2400' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug soles, jacket & a hat. For meeting information, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Aug 14 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: Wysup Peak (8990'): Hike with us to this nice spot near Heart Bar Campground by walking the Pacific Crest Trail. We will start & finish at Onyx Summit. The total hike should be about 7 miles round trip with 1600' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug soles, jacket & a hat. For meeting information, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Aug 14 Sun Hundred Peaks, WTC
O: Icehouse Cyn to Timber Mtn: 9 mi rt, 3300' gain, moderately paced. This beautiful trail follows a mountain stream, enters the Cucamonga Wilderness, climbs to the saddle and then to the peak where we will have lunch. Bring 2-3 qt water, lunch, snacks, lugsoles, Adventure Pass (if you have one) and the ten essentials. Contact leader for meet time and place. Leader: SHARON WOOD Assistant: VICTORIA OVERBEY
Aug 15 Mon Hundred Peaks
O: Cole Point (5604'): An easy hike on rough trail for 2 miles round trip with 1400' of gain to a peak near Palmdale. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 17 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: Reyes Peak (7514'), Haddock Mountain (7431'): A moderate walk on trail and rough trail for 9 miles round trip with 2500' of gain to peaks near Ojai. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 17 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Pacifico Mtn (7124') from Alder Saddle: Due to abundant poodle dog, this hike will instead be to Mt. Islip (8250') from Islip Saddle with options to do more. "See writeup July 23, except that we will meet at the scheduled time, 9:00 AM at the La Cañada rideshare point." Leaders: RON ROSIEN, ROSEMARY CAMPBELL
Aug 20 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from Aug 13
I: San Gorgonio Mountain (11,499'), Jepson Peak (11,205'): Hike the two tallest HPS peaks from the South Fork Trailhead. We will go in via Dry Lake and return via Dollar Lake. This strenuous hike will be about 21 miles round trip with 4600' gain mostly on good trails with about 2 miles of cross-country following a popular use trail. Please bring: lug-soles, water, lunch, jacket, hat & endurance. No beginners. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Aug 20 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Hawkins (8850'), Throop Peak (9138'): A non-strenuous hike mostly on a gorgeous trail for about 6 miles round trip with under 1500' of elevation gain in the Angeles National Forest. Suitable for all hikers. Modest pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, VIRGINIA SIMPSON
Aug 23 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Birch Mountain (7826'), Cedar Mountain (8324'), Wilshire Peak (8680'), Wilshire Mountain (8832'), Little San Gorgonio Peak (9133'): Strenuous hike of these 5 peaks on the Yucaipa Ridge northeast of Yucaipa. Estimate 14 miles round trip, 4500' gain cross country. If time and energy permits, will also do Allen. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 24 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Timber Mtn (8303') Up Icehouse Cyn: A fun warm-weather peak with running stream and beautiful forest. Moderate 9 miles round trip, 3300' gain. Meet 9 AM Mt Baldy rideshare point, corner of Mills & Mt Baldy. Bring water, lunch, suitable footwear. Leaders: LAURA JOSEPH, GINNY HERINGER, DORIS DUVAL
Aug 26 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Islip (8250'): A moderately strenuous hike on Pacific Crest Trail and rough trail for 6 miles round trip with 1600' of gain to a peak near Wrightwood. Slow pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 27 Sat Hundred Peaks
Chapter Centennial Outing
I: Sam Fink Peak (7333'): Strenuous hike in San Jacinto wilderness involves 16 miles round trip and 4500' gain, much of it on return. HPS names this peak for Sam Fink, long time hiker who inspired generations of peak baggers. Bring water, lunch, sturdy boots. Wilderness permit limits number of participants. Meet 7:00 AM at Fairplex rideshare point. Leaders: JOE YOUNG, STAG BROWN
Aug 27 Sat Wilderness First Aid, Hundred Peaks
First Aid Refresher/Intro: 6 Hour First Aid Refresher/Intor to WFA for "O" to "E" rated leaders, to be held at Diane Dunbar's home in La Crescenta. Qualifies for initial "O" rating first aid requirement. Refreshes all leader ratings for First Aid (O-E) if previous course within 4½ years. Does not refresh WFA for the primary leader on a restricted outing (requirement is 16 hours.) WTC discussions on group leader WFA requirements with NPS and the Forest Service are not yet concluded; therefore it is unknown whether this course will refresh group leader WFA for WTC this coming season. This course cannot be combined with a 16 hour WFA course to meet a 24 hour WFA requirement (e.g., Angeles Chapter I/M/E). Expiration date is up to the organization you lead for. For the Sierra Club it is 4 years. Space limited, apply immediately. Send check for $50 made out to Diane Dunbar with WFAC in memo area of check (inlcude email and H&W phones). Further info will be emailed to your, or inced a SASE. Price includes class, 2 laminated first aid cards, snacks and lucnh. Any questions about syllabus or Angeles Chapter leadership requirements, email Steve Schuster. To register, apply to Registrar: DIANE DUNBAR (2351 Chapman Road, La Crescenta, CA 91214, 818-248-0455
Aug 28 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: Middle Hawkins (8805'), South Mount Hawkins (7783'): Hike to these nice peaks from the Crystal Lake area that has been closed since 2002. The total hike will be about 11 miles round trip with 3200' of gain on good trail & dirt road. We plan to hike at a moderate pace that should take six hours. Please bring: water, lug soled boots, lunch, jacket & hat. For meeting time, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Aug 30 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Charlton Peak (10,806'), Jepson Peak (11,205'): A very strenuous hike on trail and rough trail for 18 miles round trip with 4990' of gain to peaks near Big Bear Lake. Slow pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 31 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: Frazier Mountain (8000'), Tecuya Mountain (7160'): Drive-ups to two peaks near Frazier Park. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, MARS BONFIRE
Aug 31 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Williamson (8214') from Eagle's Roost: Spectacular views on this 7 mile round trip, 1700' gain hike in the San Gabriels. Meet 9 AM at La Cañada rideshare point - if SR 2 (Angeles Crest Highway) is closed, contact leader for alternate meeting point. Bring lunch, water, good footwear, suitable clothing layers. Rain cancels. Leaders: ROSEMARY CAMPBELL, RON ROSIEN
September
Sep 1 Thu Hundred Peaks
I: Mill Peak (6670'), Keller Peak (7882'), Slide Peak (7841'): Join us for a day in the San Bernardino Forest for these 3 peaks. Mill is 2 miles round trip, 600' gain on road and cross country. Keller Lookout is a drive up. Slide is 1 ½ miles round trip, 460' gain on road and cross country. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 2-5 Fri-Mon Backpacking, 20s & 30s, Long Beach, Natural Science
O: Rainbow Lake-Cinder Cone-Snag Lake Lassen Volcanic NP Backpacking Bus Trip: Leave Los Angeles Friday morning for a moderate 3 day backpack. Saturday morning, hike to the top of Lassen Peak (10,457'), 5 miles round trip, 2000' gain. Saturday afternoon backpack 5 miles 500' gain/loss to Rainbow Lake. Sunday tour lava beds, painted dunes, and a dormant volcano (Cinder Cone, 6907'), 10 miles, 1600' gain. Pack out Monday to return home. No beginners. Send 2 sase, phones, email, recent backpacking experience/conditioning, $200 with SC#/$220 non-member (Sierra Club) to Sharon Moore. Leaders: SHARON MOORE, PAMELA ROWE
Sep 3 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Shay Mountain (6714'), Ingham Peak (6355'), Little Shay Mountain (6635'), Hawes Peak (6751'): Join us on this moderate hike to 4 peaks. The total hike will be about 11 miles round trip with 3200' of gain. Please bring: water, lug-soled boots, lunch, jacket & hat. For meeting information contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Sep 4 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Pinyon Ridge (6535'), Kratka Ridge (7515'): Join us on this easy hike to two ridge summits. Each hike will be about 2 miles round trip with 1000' of gain on use trails. Pinyon Ridge we will hike from N-4 and Kratka Ridge we will hike from the Buckhorn Campground exit. After hiking these short hikes, we may visit other peaks in the surrounding area (depending on the group's desires). Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots, jacket & hat. For meeting information contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Sep 6 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Wysup Peak (8990'): An easy hike on Pacific Crest Trail and rough trail for 4 miles round trip with 1200' of gain to a peak near Big Bear Lake. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 7 Wed Hundred Peaks
O: Pine Mountain #1 (9648'), Dawson Peak (9575'): A moderate hike on trail and rough trail for 5.5 miles round trip with 2600' of gain to to peaks near Wrightwood. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 9 Fri Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from June 14
I: Mount Lewis (8396'), Mount Mooney (5840'), Mount Sally (5408'): Three easy hikes on rough trail and dirt road totaling 4.25 miles roundtrip with 1350' of gain to peaks along Hwy2 in the San Gabriel Mts. Slow pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 9-10 Fri-Sat PV-SB, Hundred Peaks, WTC
Rescheduled from July 15-16
I: Mt San Antonio (10,064'): Annual Moonlight Hike (Barry's Baldy Bivy-well not quite). It's time to start another SC tradition! This'll be about the 5th year for this event, but the first as a SC-sponsored activity. Early PM departure from Manker Flat, hike at slow to moderate pace to the top under a full moon (4 miles one way and 4000' gain). Return on Saturday via an adventurous xc route after breakfast and viewing the sunrise and Baldy's shadow travel down West Baldy (possibly climbing Mt Harwood (9552') on the way). Bring trekking poles, scree gators, lugs, 10 essentials with minimalist pack to spend a cool/cold windy night and accommodate steep xcntry descent. Send email (preferable) or sase with conditioning and carpool info to Leader: BARRY HOLCHIN Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Sep 10 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Bare Mountain (6388'), Pacifico Mountain (7124'): Join us for this challenging day in the San Gabriel Mtns. Two separate hikes starting at Pinyon Flats. Bare Mountain is 5 miles, 1800' gain. Pacifico Mountain 7 miles, 2500' gain will be hiked on the PCT and off-trail. Total for the day: 12 miles, 4300' gain. Early start time. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PAT ARREDONDO
Sep 10 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Markham (5742'), Mount Lowe (5603'): A moderate walk on trail and dirt road for 7 miles round trip with 2000' of gain to peaks above Pasadena. Slow pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER BONFIRE
Sep 10 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Baden-Powell (9399'), Ross Mountain (7402') and Mount Baden-Powell (9399'): Hike to Ross Mountain from Vincent Gap. The entire hike will be about 14 miles round trip on trail & cross-country. There will be 2800' gain going; 2000' gain on return; so 4800' gain total. Not for beginners. Gelotologists appreciated. Please bring: water, stamina, lunch, lug-soled boots, & a hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Sep 11 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Pinos (8832'), Sawmill Mountain (8818'), Grouse Mountain (8582'), Cerro Noroeste (8280'): Enjoy a mostly ridge-and-trail hike to four peaks near Frazier Park through a nice forest with grand views in the Los Padres National Forest. Moderately paced 10 miles round trip, 3000' gain. For details, contact Laura. Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leaders: LAURA JOSEPH, PATRICK VAUGHN
Sep 11 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Santa Rosa Mountain (8070'), Toro Peak (8316'): We plan to drive most of the way to these fine summits. High-clearance vehicles will be appreciated. Santa Rosa should be about ½ mile round trip with 100' of gain on a dirt road. Toro Peak requires a hike of about 1.0 mile round trip with 500' gain. After hiking these two peaks, we may explore a route down from Stump Spring that would mean an extra 3 miles round trip with 1500' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots & a hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Sep 13 Tue Hundred Peaks
O: Constance Peak (6645'): An easy hike on rough trail for 2 miles round trip with 500' of gain to a peak near Big Bear Lake. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 13 Tue Hundred Peaks
HPS Annual Business Meeting and Monthly Management Committee Meeting: All are welcome to attend our bi-monthly management committee meeting to discuss the business side of the section and upcoming activities. Opportunities to become involved are available. The meeting begins at 6:30 PM at Ranger House, at Griffith Park. To have items added to the agenda or to volunteer, please contact Chair: PAMELA ROWE
Directions: The Ranger House is located south of Los Feliz Blvd on the east side of Riverside Drive. It shares a large parking lot with Friendship Auditorium. From Los Feliz Blvd head south on Riverside Drive, past the soccer fields on your left to Friendship Auditorium. (Friendship Auditorium is white and the side facing Riverside Drive is a series of arches.) The entrance immediately in front of Friendship Auditorium may be the only entrance open to the parking lot. (Joe Young reported on September 5 that, "There is major construction going on and it is completely blocking the entrance directly in front of Friendship Auditorium. However, the entrance closest to the Ranger House is accessible. There is an opening in the K-rail (the concrete blocks used near construction zones, traffic delineators, etc) allowing vehicles to enter the parking lot, but it is easy to drive past it and miss it.") Enter here and proceed to the north end of the parking lot. The Ranger House is a smaller facility located in the extreme north end of the parking lot. The parking lot may be quite busy. Friendship Auditorium is heavily used by large groups. Do not despair: Sufficient parking spaces have been set aside for our use. But to be safe please arrive by 6:30 PM. Do not confuse the Ranger House with the Ranger Station Visitor Center commonly used by the Sierra Club for various functions.
Sep 14 Wed Hundred Peaks
I: Lightner Peak (6430'), Bald Eagle Peak (6181'): Two easy hikes on rough trail totaling 6 miles round trip with 2200' of gain to peaks near Lake Isabella. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 16 Fri Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from June 17
I: Garnet Mountain (5680'), Garnet Peak (5880'+), Monument Peak #1 (6271'), Sheephead Mountain (5896'): Join us for a day of hiking in San Diego County just southeast of Julian. 4 separate hikes on use trail and cross country. Sheephead is 3½ miles round trip, 800' gain. Garnet Mountain is 0.6 miles round trip, 200' gain. Garnet Peak is 2.5 miles round trip, 500' gain. Monument is 3 miles round trip, 500' gain. Other routes possible. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 17 Sat  
Deadline for Leadership Training Class: Outdoor leadership training will be offered Saturday, Oct. 1, at Eaton Canyon Nature Center in Pasadena. The all-day seminar costs $25. The application is online at angeles.sierraclub.org/ltc. Mail the application and check, payable to Sierra Club, to Steve Botan, LTC Registrar, 18816 Thornwood Circle, Huntington Beach 92646. Applications and checks are due Sept. 17.
Sep 17 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Lukens (5074'), Vetter Mountain (LO) (5908'), Mount Mooney (5840'), Mount Sally (5408'): Join us for a challenging day to four separate peaks in the San Gabriel Mtns. Total for the day: 17 miles, 3700' gain. Early start time. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: BILL SIMPSON
Sep 17 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Indian Mountain (5790'), Cone Peak (6800'+), Palm View Peak (7160'+): Join us to these wonderful places. If the gate is open on Indian, we should be able to drive near the top. That hike should be only 0.1 miles round trip with 50' of gain. Then we'll drive over to the Fobes Ranch Road and hike up to the PCT. The second hike will be about 10 miles round trip with 2700' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles, jacket, gloves & a hat. For meeting information, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Sep 17-18 Sat WTC, Hundred Peaks
I: Grinnell Mountain (10,284'), Lake Peak (10,161'): 15 miles, 4700' gain, strenuous. Saturday backpack, 6 miles 3100' gain to Dry Lake, set up camp. Day hike cross-country to Grinnell and Lake, 5 miles round trip, 1600' gain, back to camp. Saturday evening happy hour. Sunday AM break camp and backpack out. Leader: VICTORIA OVERBEY Co-Leader: ROD KIEFFER
Sep 18 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Pyramid Peak (7035'), Pine Mountain #2 (7054'), Lion Peak (6868'): Hike to these fine peaks on the Desert Divide via the Cedar Spring Trail. The total hike should be about 11 miles round trip with 2500' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles, jacket & a hat. For meeting information, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Sep 20 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Galena Peak (9324'): Strenuous hike of this peak on the Yucaipa Ridge just north of Banning. 8 miles round trip, 3300' gain on trail and cross country. Group size will be limited. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 21 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Mt Islip (8250') from Islip Saddle: We'll hike the Pacific Crest Trail to Little Jimmy CG and Spring (great water). Mt Islip is always fun. Moderate 6 miles round trip, 1300' gain. Meet 9 AM La Cañada rideshare point. Bring water, lunch, lugsoles. Leaders: GINNY HERINGER, LAURA JOSEPH
Sep 22 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Cucamonga Peak (8859'), Etiwanda Peak (8662'): A strenuous walk on trail and rough trail for 18 miles round trip with 4800' of gain to peaks near Baldy Village. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 22 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Sep 23 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Arctic Point (8336'), Gold Mountain (8235'): An easy hike on dirt road and rough trail for 7 miles round trip with 1700' of gain to peaks near Big Bear Lake. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 24 Sat Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Pinos (8831'), Sawmill Mountain (8750'), Sheep Camp: Wonderful views on this 9 mile round trip, 2000' gain route. We'll have lunch on Sawmill on the return. Meet 8:15 AM at the Santa Clarita rideshare point - outside the gate, with lunch, water, good footwear, suitable clothing layers. Leaders: ROSEMARY CAMPBELL, RON ROSIEN
Sep 24 Sat Hundred Peaks, Wilderness Adventures
Rescheduled from April 9
I: San Rafael Peak (6666'), Lockwood Peak (6261'): Moderately paced but strenuous hike in the Los Padres Forest west of Frazier Park. San Rafael Peak is 10 miles round trip with 2400' gain. Great views of the Sespe drainage. Time and conditions permitting we will try for Lockwood Peak as well - an easy 5.5 miles round trip with 1200' gain. Bring lunch and 10 essentials. Meet 8 AM at the Sylmar rideshare point. Leaders: HARVEY GANZ, BRENT COSTELLO
Sep 24 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Lowe (5603'), Mount Markham (5742'), San Gabriel Peak (6161'), Mount Disappointment (5960'), Mount Deception (5796'), Occidental Peak (5732'): Join us for a challenging day to these peaks near Mount Wilson in the San Gabriel Mountains. Total for the day: 10 miles, 4000' gain/loss. Early start time. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: BROOKES TREIDLER
Sep 24 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Reyes Peak (7514'), Haddock Mtn (7431'): Join this lovely hike through a pristine section of the Los Padres National Forest. The total hike should be about 8.5 miles round trip with 2300' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled footwear & a hat. Heffalumps, Woozles and beginners welcome. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT, GREG DALY
Sep 25 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Beartrap Bluff (6150'): Join an Exploratory hike to this fantastic place in Ventura County. The total hike will be about 12 miles round trip with 3800' of gain. The first 4.5 miles are along the superb Piedra Blanca Trail. Then the next 1.5 miles will have us ascend a steep, rocky gully to the summit plateau. The summit block consists of a 50' boulder than is easy to ascend. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, hat, jacket & gloves. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT, BILL SIMPSON, ASHER WAXMAN
Sep 25 Sun LTC, WTC, HPS, DPS, SPS
I: Grinnell Ridge Navigation: Navigation Noodle in San Bernardino National Forest for either checkout or practice to satisfy Basic (I/M) or Advanced (E) level navigation requirements. Send email or sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare, to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Assistant: PHIL WHEELER
Sep 26 Mon Hundred Peaks
O: Mill Peak (6670'), Keller Peak (7882'), Slide Peak (7841'): Two easy hikes on dirt road and rough trail totaling 4 miles round trip with 1060' of gain and a drive-up to peaks near Big Bear Lake. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 27 Tue Hundred Peaks
O: Silver Peak (6756'): Replaced by Grays Peak, see below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 27 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Grays Peak (7929'+): Join us for a day in the San Bernardino Mountains near Fawnskin. We will do Route 1 which is a trail that is 6 miles round trip, 1200' gain. If the road to Butler is open, we will instead do Route 2 to Grays and this will be cross-country of 2½ miles round trip, 700' gain. We will then do the drive up to the Butler Lookout. 4WD is advised for Route 2. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 28 Wed Hundred Peaks
I: Tehachapi Mountain (7960'), Black Mountain #3 (5686'): Two moderate hikes on dirt road, trail, and rough trail totaling 7 miles round trip with 3500' of gain to peaks near Tehachapi. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, MARS BONFIRE
Sep 29 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Sep 30 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Heart Bar Peak (8332'), Onyx Peak #1 (9113'): Start the Fall Festival with these two easy hikes in the San Bernardino National Forest just east of Big Bear. Two separate hikes, Heart Bar is 4 miles round trip, 1100' gain on road and cross country. Onyx is an estimated 1 ½ miles round trip, 700' gain cross country. High clearance vehicles advised. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
October
Sep 30-Oct 2 Fri-Sun Hundred Peaks
Fall Festival in the Big Bear Area: Lots of hiking and climbing followed by an evening potluck party. Bag scenic peaks in the Big Bear area. We will be staying at the Sierra Club Keller Ski Hut. Built in 1938, this cozy rustic hut is located at an elevation of 6800' on Hwy 18 between Running Springs and Big Bear in the San Bernardino Mtns., across from Snow Valley Ski Area. See HPS website for scheduled hikes. Contact hike leaders for information on a specific hike. If you wish to spend the night at the hut, contact Program Chair: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Oct 1 Sat  
Leadership Training Class: Outdoor leadership training will be offered Saturday, Oct. 1, at Eaton Canyon Nature Center in Pasadena. The all-day seminar costs $25. The application is online at angeles.sierraclub.org/ltc. Mail the application and check, payable to Sierra Club, to Steve Botan, LTC Registrar, 18816 Thornwood Circle, Huntington Beach 92646. Applications and checks are due Sept. 17.
Oct 1 Sat WTC
O: WTC Introductory Hike: Crystal Cove from the Top: Approximately 12 miles round trip, 1500' elevation gain. Enjoy cool ocean breezes and ocean views as we hike the ridges and hills of Crystal Cove State Park and learn more about the Wilderness Travel Course. Meet 8:30 AM at the end of Ridge Park Rd just past the corner of East Coastal Peak. Bring lunch and water. Wear comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen. Rain cancels. Leader: LISA BUCKLEY Co-Leader: ROSS DOERING
Oct 1 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Granite Peaks (7527'), Mineral Mountain (7238'), Tip Top Mountain (7623'): Strenuous hike to these peaks northeast of Big Bear Lake as part of the HPS Fall Festival. 13 miles round trip, 3200' gain. Potluck afterwards at Keller Ski Hut. Steep terrain and boulder scrambling. Lots of dirt road driving. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Oct 1 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Wysup Peak (8990'), Three Sisters (8100'): Join us for a hike in the San Bernardino National Forest. From Coon Creek Jumpoff we'll take road and cross-country to the triple summits at 8100' then back track to the PCT to visit Mr. Wysup's peak. 11 miles, 3000' of gain. Dirt road driving. Experienced hikers contact leaders the week before. Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Leaders: WAYNE BANNISTER, JENNIFER WASHINGTON
Oct 1 Sat Hundred Peaks, WTC, Long Beach, Pasadena, PV-SB, Natural Science
I: Wysup Peak (8990'): Join us on this PCT hike with some cross-country to celebrate a well-loved and respected HPS leader. Join HPS Fall Festival party afterward at Keller Hut. WTC students welcome and encouraged! Moderate pace, 8.5 miles, 1600' gain, with naturalizing along the way. Meet 7 AM Mill Creek Ranger Station with lunch, boots, water, 10 essentials. Leaders: KENT SCHWITKIS, SHARON MOORE, SHERRY ROSS
Oct 1 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Mill Peak (6670'), Slide Peak (7841'), Keller Peak (7882'), Grays Peak (7920'+), Delamar Mountain (8398'), Little Bear Peak (7621'): Hike these six nice & easy peaks near Big Bear at a festive pace. The total hike will be about 7.5 miles round trip with 3200' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, jacket, gloves & a hat. Contact leaders for meeting info. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Oct 1 Sat LTC, WTC, Hundred Peaks
I: Beginning Navigation Clinic: Rescheduled to November 5. Leader: DIANE DUNBAR Co-Leader: RICHARD BOARDMAN
Oct 2 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Shay Mountain (6714'), Little Shay Mountain (6635'), Ingham Peak (6355'), Hawes Peak (6751'): Join us for these four peaks north of Big Bear Lake, moderately paced, strenuous over varying terrain, 10 miles, 3000' of gain. Dirt road driving. Experienced hikers contact leaders the week before. Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Leaders: GARY SCHENK, JENNIFER WASHINGTON
Oct 2 Sun Hundred Peaks, WTC
O: Sugarloaf Mountain (9952'): 8 miles, 3100' gain round trip. Please join us for this hike after the potluck and fun evening at the Keller Hut HPS Fall Festival. We will meet at the Keller Hut at 7:30 AM and drive over to the Hatchery Road turn off Highway 38. Bring adventure pass, water, lunch, and good footwear. Leaders: WAYNE VOLLAIRE, COBY KING, MARLEN MERTZ
Oct 2 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Bertha Peak (8201'), Arctic Point (8336'), Gold Mountain (8235'), Butler Peak (8535'): Hike the first three & drive to Butler Peak. If the road to Butler is closed, we may decide to visit this peak at a later date. The total hike should be about 10.5 miles round trip with 2500' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, jacket, gloves & a hat. Contact leaders for meeting info. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Oct 4 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Bighorn Mountain (10,997'), Dragons Head (10,866'): A very strenuous hike on trail and rough trail for 20 miles round trip with 4600' of gain to peaks near Big Bear Lake. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 6 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: San Bernardino Peak (10,649'), San Bernardino East Peak (10,691'), Anderson Peak (10,840'), Shields Peak (10,680'): A strenuous walk on trail and rough trail for 19 miles round trip with 4600' of gain to peaks near Big Bear Lake. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 6 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Oct 7 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Shay Mountain (6714'), Little Shay Mountain (6635'), Ingham Peak (6355'), Hawes Peak (6751'): Join us for a day of hiking in the San Bernardino National Forest northwest of Fawnskin. Strenuous loop hike of these 4 peaks. Estimate 10 miles round trip, 3400' gain on trail and cross country. High clearance vehicles advised. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 8 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Wild View Peak (7258'), Pine Mountain Ridge (7440'+): Hike to these exceptionally beautiful peaks in the middle of the Angeles National Forest at a sturdy pace. No Woozles. We plan to start & finish at the Lupine Campground. Before we visit our first peak, we plan to drop down to the Upper Fish Fork Trailcamp that John Robinson says is set in a Sylvan Sanctuary. The total hike should be about 11 miles round trip with 3000' of gain on trails. Please bring: lug-soled boots, water, lunch, jacket & hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT, JOSEPH YOUNG
Oct 8 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Old Man Mountain (5538'), Monte Arido (6010'): Join us for this challenging day in the mountains above Ojai. Beautiful fall hike adjacent to the Matilija Wilderness. We will cross Matilija Creek, hike up through Murietta Canyon to the Murietta Divide, and then to the peaks. Views of the Pacific Ocean, Jameson Lake, and Santa Barbara Backcountry. Mostly hiking on trail and dirt roads. 24 miles, 6100' gain. Paced to complete in 11 hours. We will spend Friday night at the trailhead for an early start. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PAT ARREDONDO
Oct 9 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Dobbs Peak (10,459'): Come join us on this hiking adventure through the lovely San Gorgonio Wilderness during the best hiking conditions. The total hike will be 7 miles round trip with 4400' of gain. At first glance, this might seem like an easy 1/2 day hike that new hikers might enjoy. It is not. This hike is not well-suited for beginners. Please bring: water, lunch, lugs, jacket & a hat. For meeting information, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Oct 11 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Williamson (8244'), Goodykoontz Peak (7558'): A very strenuous hike on Pacific Crest Trail and rough trail for 12 miles round trip with 2844' of gain to a peak near Wrightwood. Slow pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 12 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Kratka Ridge (7515') from Mt Waterman Trail: Hike the Mount Waterman Trail (mile marker 58.00) to the overlook and proceed East via the old ski hut. 6 miles round trip, 1500' gain. Return through Buckhorn Campground. Meet at 9 AM at La Cañada rideshare point. Bring lunch, water, suitable footwear. Leaders: DAN BUTLER, BETH MIKA, BROOKES TREIDLER
Oct 13 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Charlton Peak (10,806'), Jepson Peak (11,205'), San Gorgonio Mountain (11,499'): A very strenuous hike on trail and rough trail for 19 miles round trip 5800' of gain to peaks near Big Bear Lake. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 13 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Oct 14 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Sugarloaf Peak (6924'), Ontario Peak (8693'), Bighorn Peak (8441'): Join us for a day in the Angeles National Forest just north of Upland. Strenuous hike of an estimated 8 miles round trip, 4400' gain on trail and cross country. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 15 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Chaparrosa Peak (5541'): Join us on this fun and informative hike with Docent Tom near Joshua Tree National Park. Total hike is about 6 miles round trip, 1200' gain, easy. Newcomers welcome! Bring lunch, water, and 10 essentials. Historic Pioneertown optional trip after the hike. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: LILLY FUKUI, CHRIS SPISAK
Oct 15 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Split Mountain (6835'), Black Mountain #5 (7438'): Hike these two strenuous peaks near Lake Isabella. The first peak is about 8 miles round trip with 2400' of total gain. There is a short drive between the two trailheads. The second peak is about 3 miles round trip with 1200' of gain. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket, hat & fortitude. Could be: hot, or cold, or wet or windy or perhaps perfect. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Oct 16 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Lightner Peak (6430'), Bald Eagle Peak (6181'): Hike to these two fine peaks in Kern County at a glorious pace. On Lightner Peak, we'll hike via the Remington Ridge Trail. This route is about 10 miles round trip with 4500' of gain. On Bald Eagle Peak, we'll use the normal approach which is only 1.5 miles round trip with 600' of gain. Please bring: lug-soles, water, lunch, jacket & hat. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Oct 16 Sun LTC, WTC, HPS, DPS, SPS
I: Indian Cove Navigation: Navigation noodle at Joshua Tree National Park to satisfy the Basic (I/M) level navigation requirements. Send email or sase, navigation experience/training, contact info, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Assistant: PHIL WHEELER
Oct 18 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Cornell Peak (9750'), San Jacinto Peak (10,804'), Folly Peak (10,480'): Rescheduled to October 21. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 19 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Thorn Point (LO) (6920+'): Moderate 8 mile, 1800' gain hike in remote section of Los Padres National Forest. Abandoned lookout. There are rumors of condors. Meet 9 AM at Santa Clarita rideshare point. Bring lunch, water, suitable footwear. Leaders: MARY PATTERSON, DAN BUTLER
Oct 20 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Tahquitz Peak (8846'): A moderate walk on trail for 6 miles round trip with 2400' of gain to a peak near Idyllwild. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 20 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Oct 21 Fri Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from October 18
I: Cornell Peak (9750'), San Jacinto Peak (10,804'), Folly Peak (10,480'): Join us for a day of hiking in the San Bernardino National Forest just west of Palm Springs. Strenuous hike of 12 miles round trip, 2400' gain on trail and cross country. There will be a cost for the Tram. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 21 Fri Hundred Peaks
O: Kratka Ridge (7515'), Mount Akawie (7283'): Canceled. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 22 Sat Hundred Peaks
Chapter Centennial Outing
O: Palm Springs Tram (8450'), San Jacinto Peak (10,804'): Very strenuous hike starts at 4 AM from downtown Palm Springs. 10 miles, 8300' gain to tram with additional 10 miles round trip, 2400' gain to the peak. Bring head lamps, snacks, plenty of water, money for tram ride and taxi back to cars. Send e-mail (preferable) or sase with conditioning/experience and carpool info to Leaders: JOE YOUNG, WAYNE VOLLAIRE, PAMELA ROWE, GREG de HOOGH
Oct 22 Sat Hundred Peaks
O/I: Tehachapi Mountain (7960'): A moderate walk on dirt road and trail for 4.5 miles round trip with 2000' of gain to a peak near Tehachapi. May be able to add Black #3 (2.5 miles round trip with 1500' of gain). Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Slow pace. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: CHRIS SPISAK, LILLY FUKUI, KATHY CHEEVER BONFIRE, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 22 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Grand View Point (7784'), Sugarlump (8805'), Snow Summit (8172'): Canceled. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Oct 22 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Chaparrosa Peak (5541'): A non-strenuous fun hike for about 6 miles round trip with around 1200' of elevation gain near Joshua Tree National Park. There will be a celebration at the summit in recognition of the Leader's third HPS list finish. Suitable for all hikers. Newcomers welcome. Slow pace. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leader for status and details. Leader: BILL SIMPSON Co-Leaders: WAYNE BANNISTER, VIRGINIA SIMPSON
Oct 22 Sat Angeles Chapter Outings Management Committee
Chapter Outings Assembly: 9:30AM-3:00PM. All Sierra Club members are invited, especially outings leaders, provisional leaders, outings and entity chairs. We want to hear from you, let us know what the Chapter can do for you. Bring your ideas. This is a fun day to meet other leaders and find out what other entities are doing. Our keynote speaker is, Oh! Wait, it is you. Our keynote speakers will be your entity representative. Outings Chairs and entity representatives will cast votes to elect members of the Outings Management, Safety and Leadership Training Committees. Light breakfast and lunch provided. Bring your coffee cup. If you have something special to add to our buffet table, please bring it! Meet 9:30AM-3:00PM, Eaton Canyon Nature Center, 1705 N. Altadena Dr., Pasadena. Reservations not required, but we would sure like to know if you will be joining us. For more information, contact Outings Management Committee Chair: MELODY ANDERSON
Oct 23 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Wysup Peak (8990'), Silver Peak (6756'): Join these nice hikes at an enjoyable pace. On Wysup Peak we will hike the PCT from Onyx Summit. We'll probably see some Lions, Tigers and Bears, Oh My! This hike will be about 8 miles round trip with 1500' of gain. Then we'll drive over to Silver Peak. The hike from Hwy. 18 to the top of Silver Peak is about 3 miles round trip with 1000' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soles, jacket, hat & gloves. Contact leaders for meeting details. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT, WILLIAM SIMPSON
Oct 25 Tue Hundred Peaks
O: Thorn Point (6920'): A moderate walk on trail for 8 miles round trip with 2000' of gain to a peak near Frazier Park. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 26 Wed Hundred Peaks
I: Heald Peak (6901'), Nicolls Peak (6070'): Join a great hike to two very nice peaks (at a strong pace) in Kern County by Lake Isabella. We plan to hike at a moderate pace, but the terrain can be steep, the path is brushy and therefore, this hike would not be suitable for beginners. The total hike should be about 8 miles round trip with 4100' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots, jacket, gloves and a hat. Contact leaders for meeting details. Leaders: PETER DOGGETT, WILLIAM SIMPSON
Oct 26-29 Wed-Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Pacific Crest Trail Backpack: Rescheduled to April 11-14. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: PAT ARREDONDO
Oct 27 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Cahuilla Mountain (5635'): An easy walk on trail for 6 miles round trip with 1700' of gain to a peak near Idyllwild. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Oct 27 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Oct 29 Sat Hundred Peaks, PV-SB, WTC
I: Deer Mountain (5586') and Deep Creek Hot Springs (5' deep): 21st semi-annual Deep Creek HS hike/soak/swim with another shot at Deer Mtn. Moderately paced 17 mi, 5400' gain, mostly utilizing the PCT. Bring 10 essentials, lugs, (swim suit optional), and water tolerant shoes for creek crossing (could be high water - trekking poles recommended). High clearance vehicles desirable for dirt road driving. No beginners. Plan on spending full day - it's near Hesperia. Rain cancels. Send email (preferable) or sase with carpool and recent conditioning info to Leader: BARRY HOLCHIN Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Oct 29 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Mooney (5840'), Mount Sally (5408'): Replaced by Kratka Ridge and Mount Akawie, see below. Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER BONFIRE
Oct 29 Sat Hundred Peaks
Replaces Sally and Mooney, above
O: Kratka Ridge (7515'), Mount Akawie (7283'): An easy hike on dirt road and rough trail for 3 miles round trip with 1100' gain to peaks near Wrightwood. Slow pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER BONFIRE
Oct 29 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Hildreth Peak (5065'): Rescheduled to December 3. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Oct 29-30 Sat-Sun WTC, Hundred Peaks
I: Reeds Meadow (7700'), Marion Mountain (10,362'): Rescheduled to June 2-3, 2012. Leader: PHILIP BATES Assistant: ROD KIEFFER
November
Nov 2 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Pacifico Mountain (7124') from Mill Creek Summit: Pacifico's beautiful summit is nearly untouched by the fire. 12 miles round trip, 2200' gain. Out and back on the PCT. Meet 9 AM at La Cañada rideshare point. Bring lunch, water, good footwear. Heavy rain cancels. Leaders: SARAH KORDA, MARY PATTERSON, DORIS DUVAL, DAN LUKE
Nov 3 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Combs Peak (6193'): A moderate walk on PCT and rough trail for 5 miles round trip with 1200' of gain to a peak near Temecula. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Nov 3 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Nov 5 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from May 15
O: Bailey Peak (5699'), Mount McDill (5187'): Approximately 7 miles round trip, 1700' gain. Lots of dirt road driving. Contact leaders for meeting time and place. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, VIRGIL POPESCU, PATRICK VAUGHN
Nov 5 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Fox Mountain #1 (5167'): Join this great fall hike in the Santa Barbara backcountry near Cuyama. 5 miles, 2300' gain. Email leader for info. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-Leader: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Nov 5 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Mt. Harwood (9552'), Mount San Antonio (10,064'): Join this big hike at a moderate pace that will start & finish at Manker Flat. The total hike will be about 11 miles round trip with 4100' of gain. We'll hike up Register Ridge to Harwood, continue up the Devils Backbone trail to Mt. Baldy and descend via the Ski Hut Trail. Please bring: lug soles, jacket, hat & lunch. Contact leaders for meeting instructions. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Nov 5 Sat LTC, WTC, Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from October 1
I: Beginning Navigation Clinic: Spend the day with an instructor, learning/practicing map and compass in our local mountains. Beginners to rusty old-timers welcome and practice is available at all skill levels. Not a checkout, but it will help you prepare. Many expert leaders will attend; many I-rated leaders started here in the past. 4 miles, 500' gain. Send sase, phones, $25 deposit, refunded at trailhead (Sierra Club) to Leader: DIANE DUNBAR Co-Leader: RICHARD BOARDMAN
Nov 5-6 Sat-Sun Desert Peaks, Hundred Peaks, Sierra Peaks
O: A Celebration of Charlie Knapke's Life: Join all of Charlie's climbing friends as we make one last journey with him to his beloved Mojave Desert. We will commemorate our friend who generously gave so much to DPS, HPS and SPS as well as the Angeles Chapter of the Sierra Club. We'll remember Charlie with a celebration of his life at the Kelso Sand Dunes in an area accessible to all vehicles. The activities will include a huge potluck and car camp on Saturday night. E-mail leader Sue Holloway to sign up. Leaders: GARY CRAIG, SUE HOLLOWAY, MARY McMANNES
Nov 6 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: Antimony Peak (6848'), Brush Mountain (7040'+), San Emigdio Mtn (7495'): Hike these fun peaks near Frazier Park. The total hike will be about 5.2 miles Round Trip with 2100' of gain. Please bring: lug soles, water, lunch, jacket, hat & gloves. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Nov 8 Tue Hundred Peaks
O: Pine Mountain Ridge (7440'), Wild View Peak (7258'): Postponed due to probable road closure, see San Bernardino Ridge outing below. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, PATRICK VAUGHN, MARS BONFIRE
Nov 8 Tue Hundred Peaks
O: Anderson Peak (10,840'), Shield's Peak (10,680'), San Bernardino East Peak (10,691'), San Bernardino Peak (10,649'): Very strenuous hike on trail and rough trail for 20 miles round trip with 5000' of gain, to peaks near Redlands. Wilderness permit limits number of participants. High clearance 4WD advised. Slow to moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Nov 8 Tue Hundred Peaks
Management Committee Meeting: All are welcome to attend our bi-monthly management committee meeting to discuss the business side of the section and upcoming activities. Opportunities to become involved are available. The meeting begins at 6:30 PM via conference call. To receive conference call information, to have items added to the agenda or to volunteer, please contact Chair: PAMELA ROWE
Nov 9 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Bighorn Peak (8441'): Hike above Ice House Saddle to this fine peak. Moderate pace, 10 miles round trip, 3400' gain. Meet 9 AM Mount Baldy rideshare point. Bring lunch, water, good footwear. Leaders: LAURA JOSEPH, JOE YOUNG, BROOKES TREIDLER
Nov 9 Wed Orange County
O: Modjeska Peak (5496'): Join us on this 7-8 mi round trip, 1500' gain/loss hike on a road and single track trail to the 2nd highest peak in Orange County and enjoy spectacular views. Trail is steep and rocky, must wear sturdy boots. Carpool to trailhead on 4-wheel drive road. Numbers are limited. To attend, e-mail Sharon Kirk. Leaders: SHARON KIRK, JOHN KAISER
Nov 10 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Nov 10 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Pleasant View Ridge (7983'), Will Thrall Peak (7845'): Slow paced hike in the San Gabriels. Moderately strenuous, 14 miles round trip, 3900' gain on the Burkhart Trail from Buckhorn Campground. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, SUZY HERRMANN
Nov 11 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Mount Hawkins (8850'), Copter Ridge (7499'), Mount Hawkins (8850'), Middle Hawkins (8505'), Mount Islip (8250'): Are you a ten? Move up to the exclusive 11 club. Join us for this 11-11-11 multiple-unique and non-ambiguous outing. The entire hike will be about 12 miles round trip with 4400' of gain and will proceed at a moderate pace. Please bring: water, lug-soles, jacket, hat & lunch. Contact leaders for meeting information & permission to join. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Nov 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
Mount Wilson Rendezvous: Rescheduled to November 19.
Nov 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Wilson (5710'): Rescheduled to November 19. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, WAYNE VOLLAIRE, PATRICK VAUGHN, BRUCE CRAIG, JOE YOUNG, WAYNE BANNISTER, MARKEY NEIGHBORS
Nov 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Wilson (5710') Canceled. Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, TOM HILL
Nov 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Wilson (5710'): Rescheduled to November 19. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT, BILL & VIRGINIA SIMPSON
Nov 12 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Wilson (5710'): Canceled. Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER BONFIRE
Nov 12 Sat Forest Committee, Hundred Peaks, Crescenta Valley
O: Centennial Trails Restoration in Angeles National Forest: Rescheduled to November 19. Leaders: JIM FLEMING, BOB THOMPSON, SHARON MOORE
Nov 12-13 Sat-Sun WTC, Hundred Peaks
I: Lake Peak (10,161'), Grinnell Mountain (10,284'), Ten Thousand Foot Ridge (10,094'): Canceled, but see outing to Ryan and Lost Horse below. Leaders: TONYCE BATES Co-Leader: VICTORIA OVERBEY
Nov 12-13 Sat-Sun WTC, Hundred Peaks
I: Ryan Mountain (5461') and Lost Horse Mountain(5278'): Join us for a pre-Thanksgiving, strenuous backpack (15.5 miles total/3100' gain) that will include cross-country exploration and gourmet happy hour. Saturday hike a total of 8.5 miles and 2000' gain, from Juniper Flat Backcountry Board to basecamp and continue on to Ryan Mountain (5461') with return to basecamp. Enjoy gourmet happy hour. Sunday AM hike cross-country a total of 7 miles total (1172' gain) to Lost Horse Mountain (5278'), back to basecamp, and return to trailhead. Send hiking resume Leader: TONYCE BATES Assistant: VICTORIA OVERBEY
Nov 14 Mon Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from July 20
O: Hildreth Peak (5065'): Canceled. Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, MARS BONFIRE
Nov 16 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Wilson (5710') via Mount Wilson Trail: There'll be stops at Orchard Camp and Manzanita Ridge while traversing this historic trail at a moderate pace. 15 miles round trip, 4500' gain. Meet 8 AM at intersection of Mira Monte Ave & Mt Wilson Trail in Sierra Madre. Bring lunch, water, appropriate footwear. Leaders: LAURA JOSEPH, SARAH KORDA, DORIS DUVAL, PAT ARREDONDO
Nov 17 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Big Pine Mountain (6800'), West Big Pine (6490'): A strenuous mountain bike ride and hike for 36 miles round trip with 4600' of gain on dirt road and rough trail to peaks near Maricopa. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials, helmet, spare tube, light, and lock. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE, JOHN RADALJ
Nov 17 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Nov 19 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from November 12
Mount Wilson Rendezvous: Join in the celebration of Ted Lubeshkoff's Lead-the List Finish, as he becomes the 19th person in HPS history to have led hikes to all the HPS peaks. Festivities will take place at 12 noon on Mount Wilson. Participate in one of the three following hikes, or just drive up and enjoy the day. Email Ted for more info.
Nov 19 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from November 12
O: Mount Wilson (5710'): Help leader celebrate the accomplishment of having led Sierra Club hikes to all the peaks on the HPS Peak List. From Chantry Flats, we will ascend past Sturtevant Camp (Route 2) and descend on the Winter Creek Trail (Route 3). 13 miles round trip, 4000' gain. Due to limited parking, meet at 6:30 a.m. at REI Arcadia, Santa Anita Ave., 1/2 mile south of 210 Fwy. Bring a pot-luck item to share. Leader: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, WAYNE VOLLAIRE, PATRICK VAUGHN, BRUCE CRAIG, JOE YOUNG, MARKEY NEIGHBORS
Nov 19 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from November 12
O: Mount Wilson (5710'): Join us on this rendezvous hike to celebrate Ted Lubeshkoff's Lead-the-list Finish. We will be doing a car-shuttle and only hiking to the summit. We plan to drive home from the summit. We plan to start at Red Box, hike down the San Gabriel - West Fork and up the Kenyon Devore trail (the Rattlesnake trail). Our total hike should be 10.0 miles round trip with 2600' of gain. Please bring: water, lunch, pot-luck food item to share, lug-soles, jacket & a hat. For meeting information, contact Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Nov 19 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Lizard Head (5250'), Cuyama Peak (5878'): A strenuous hike on trail and cross-country for 11 miles round trip with 3200' of gain and a drive-up to peaks west of Maricopa. Suitable only for experienced and conditioned hikers. Moderate pace. High clearance SUV advised. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: BILL SIMPSON, WAYNE BANNISTER
Nov 19 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: San Rafael Peak (6666'): Canceled. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Nov 19 Sat WTC, Hundred Peaks
I: Quail Mountain (5800'): Join us for a moderately-paced, 12 mile round trip hike with 2800' gain. This cross-country hike will include a stop at the Lang Mine before hiking to the highest peak in Joshua Tree. Send hiking resume Leader: TONYCE BATES Assistant: ADRIENNE BENEDICT
Nov 19 Sat Forest Committee, Hundred Peaks, Crescenta Valley
Rescheduled from November 12
O: Centennial Trails Restoration in Angeles National Forest: Commemorate Angeles Chapter Centennial by joining the Forest Committee's San Gabriels Trail Crew to help restore and maintain parts of the 500+ mile trail system in the Angeles National Forest. Tools and instructions provided. Boots, gloves, long-sleeved shirts, and pants mandatory. Hiking distances vary. Events typically run 9 AM to 3 PM. Bring lots of water, lunch, safety glasses if you them, and enthusiasm to work as little or as much as you want. We will meet at 8 am at Deukmejian Park in La Crescenta and work with the City of Glendale on a trail leading to Mt. Lukens. Deukmejian Park driving instructions: 210 Freeway, exit at Pennsylvania, North to Foothill Blvd, left to New York Ave, right all the way to the top at Markridge, left 1/2 block to park entrance. Leaders: JIM FLEMING, BOB THOMPSON, SHARON MOORE
Nov 19-20 Sat-Sun LTC, WTC, HPS, DPS, SPS
I: Indian Cove Navigation: Navigation noodle at Joshua Tree National Park to satisfy the Basic (I/M) level navigation requirements. Saturday for practice, skills refresher, altimeter, homework, campfire. Sunday checkout. Send email or sase, navigation experience/training, contact info, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Assistant: PHIL WHEELER
Nov 20 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Lukens (5074'): Postponed. Leaders: STELLA CHEUNG Assistant Leader: WINNETTE BUTLER
Nov 20 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Thorn Point (6920'): Eight miles round trip, 2000' gain to a peak near Frazier Park with abandoned lookout. High clearance 4WD advised. For details send vehicle type and rideshare information to Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leaders: VIRGIL POPESCU, PATRICK VAUGHN
Nov 20 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Sewart Mtn (6841'), Snowy Peak (6532'), Black Mtn #2 (6202'), McDonald Peak (6870'), Alamo Mtn (7360'+): Hike the first three peaks from the Cobblestone Mtn. Trailhead. These first 3 peaks will entail hiking about 10 miles round trip with 3900' of gain. Then, McDonald Pk with be another 1 mile round trip with 400' of gain. Finally, Alamo Mtn. will require walking 2 miles round trip with 450' of gain. Please bring: lug soles, jacket, hat, water, lunch + treats to share on Black Mtn. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Nov 20 Sun WTC, Hundred Peaks
O: Sitton Pk (3273'): Moderately paced hike mostly on single track trails right off Ortega Highway. Enjoy great views of Cleveland NF and learn about the 2012 Wilderness Travel Course (WTC). Ten miles round trip and 1300' elevation gain. Meet at 9:00AM at the San Juan Loop parking lot across from the Candy Store. Bring lugsoles, water and Adventure Pass. Rain cancels. Please email leader for communication of last minute information. Leader: LAURENT HOFFMANN Assistant: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Nov 22 Tue Hundred Peaks
O: Cleghorn Mountain (5333'), Cajon Mountain (5360'), Sugarpine Mountain (5478'), Bailey Peak (5699'), Monument Peak #2 (5290'): Canceled, but see Galena below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Nov 22 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Galena Peak (9324'): Strenuous hike of this peak on the Yucaipa Ridge just north of Banning. 8 miles round trip, 3300' gain on trail and cross country. Group size will be limited. Pace slow to moderate. Bring food, water and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Nov 25 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Sunset Peak (5796'), Sunset Point (5400') car shuttle: 8.7 miles, 4200' gain. Post Thanksgiving fat burner romp in the mountains and ridges southwest of Baldy. We'll start at Potato Mountain Road off of Mt. Baldy Road and follow the dirt road about one mile to a steep ridge that will take us to another road that goes up to those antennae that you've always wondered about. We'll go over a few to them (Sunset Point is the highest) and continue on to Sunset Peak. From there we go down to Cow Saddle. As we hike, we can enjoy the beautiful fall colors of the chaparral in this area and the best view of the San Gabriels high country you'll ever get. We'll set up a shuttle to get us back to the starting point. Contact Laura. Co-Leaders: LAURA JOSEPH, BROOKES TREIDLER, PAT ARREDONDO
Nov 26 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Deer Mountain (5536'): A moderate hike on rough trail and involving a stream crossing for 4 miles round trip with 1800' of gain (1300' out plus 500' on return) to a peak near Lake Arrowhead. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. For details send vehicle type and rideshare information to Leader: PAT ARREDONDO, Co-Leaders: VIRGIL POPESCU, PATRICK VAUGHN
Nov 26 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Eagle Crag (5077'): Hike to this lovely peak via the Cutca Trail on a 10 hour walk. The entire hike will be about 18 miles round trip on trail, dirt road & cross-country. There will be 2700' of gain going, 1400' of gain on return; so 4100' of total gain. Please bring: water, lunch, lug-soled boots, jacket, hat and a headlamp. Not for beginners and not for people afflicted with Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia. Contact leaders for meeting information. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT, MAT KELLIHER
Nov 26 Sat Hundred Peaks
O: Big Pine Mountain (6800'), West Big Pine (6490'): A strenuous mountain bike ride and hike for 36 miles round trip with 4600' of gain on dirt road and rough trail to peaks near Maricopa. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials, helmet, spare tube, light, and lock. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: MARS BONFIRE, KATHY CHEEVER BONFIRE
Nov 29 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Whale Peak (5349'): A moderate hike on rough trail for 5 miles round trip with 1800' of gain to a peak near Borrego Springs. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
December
Dec 1 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Dec 2 Fri Hundred Peaks
I: Granite Mountain #2 (5633'): A strenuous hike on dirt road and rough trail for 8 miles round trip with 3000' of gain to a peak near Borrego Springs. Moderate pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Dec 3 Sat Lower Peaks, Hundred Peaks
I: Redrock Mountain (3991') near Lake Castaic: 11 miles round trip, 2477' gain. Hike along the narrows of Fish Canyon, shaded by oak, sycamore, alder and willow, crossing the creek many times. Trail climbs steeply out of the canyon and switchbacks through chaparral to ascend the peak. Option to stay overnight in area to join outing to Jupiter Mountain on Sunday. Write any leader for details. Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, LAURA FRANCIOSI, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Dec 3 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from October 29
I: Hildreth Peak (5065'): Hike to Hildreth from the Caliente Hot Springs at a solid pace. No beginners. The total hike will be about 16 miles round trip with 3700' of gain. Please bring: lug soles, jacket, hat, water, lunch and snacks. Contact leaders for meeting instructions. Leaders: PETER & IGNACIA DOGGETT
Dec 4 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: Monte Arido (6010'), Old Man Mountain (5525'): Canceled, but see San Guillermo, etc., below. Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leader: VIRGIL POPESCU
Dec 4 Sun Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from December 17
I: San Guillermo Mountain (6602'), Lockwood Point (6273'), Brush (7040'), San Emigdio (7495'): Come enjoy easy peaks in Ventura backcountry. First San Guillermo, 2 miles round trip, 800' gain, cross country. Short drive to Lockwood. Lockwood is 5 miles round trip and 700' gain on trail and cross country. Brush and San Emigdio are 3 miles round trip 500' gain. Lots of dirt road driving. For details send vehicle type and rideshare information to Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leader: VIRGIL POPESCU
Dec 4 Sun Lower Peaks, Hundred Peaks
O: Jupiter Mountain (4498'): Short hike of 3 miles round trip, 1000' gain off of Bouquet Canyon Road out of Valencia. After the hike, join an historic driving tour to explore area where San Francisquito Dam broke in 1928, killing 400 people and causing tremendous damage before roaring down the Santa Clara River Valley to the ocean near Ventura. Join Saturday hike of Redrock Mountain in same area. Write any leader for meeting time and rideshare point. Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, LAURA FRANCIOSI, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Dec 6 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Pinyon Peak (6805'): A moderate hike on dirt road and rough trail for 8 miles round trip with 3000' of gain to a peak near Ridgecrest. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Dec 7 Wed Local Hikes, Hundred Peaks
O: San Gabriel Peak (6161'), Mount Lowe (5603'): A moderately-paced hike using the JPL trail above Red Box. Hike two historic peaks. 10 miles round trip, 2700' gain. Meet 9 AM at La Cañada rideshare point. Bring water, lunch, suitable shoes. Leaders: LAURA JOSEPH, ROSEMARY CAMPBELL, GINNY HERINGER
Dec 8 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Garnet Mountain (5680'), Garnet Peak (5880'), Monument Peak #1 (6271'): Three easy walks on dirt road, PCT, and rough trail totaling 6 miles round trip with 1200' of gain to peaks near Julian. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Dec 8 Thu Hundred Peaks
I: Desert Pictograph scramble in the high desert: Approx 5½ miles, 300' gain with a shuttle. Slow pace. Come join us on a rough cross country adventure, with a lot of route finding and minor scrambling through an exquisite, remote, rugged area. See 9 native american pictographs inside caves, and the site of an ancient camp. Very early starting time for a long, tiring day of scrambling. Contact leader for details. Leader: DIANE DUNBAR Assistant: DAVID COMERZAN
Dec 8 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Dec 9-11 Fri-Sun Hundred Peaks, Lower Peaks
HPS Holiday Party 2011: Welcome in the holidays with old and new HPS friends. Join this festive hiking and partying weekend in Joshua Tree National Park. Sign up for some outstanding HPS, DPS and Lower Peaks outings in the park. We have reserved group campsites 3 and 4 for Friday and Saturday nights at the Sheep Pass Campground. Join us for Holiday potluck on Saturday night. There is a Park entrance fee, but no charge for the campground. No reservations needed, but sign up for individual outings listed on the HPS Website and in the HPS Lookout newsletter. For info, contact Program Chair: WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Dec 10 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Queen Mountain (5482'): 12 miles and 2000' of hard won cross-country gain on the edge of the Wonderland of Rocks to climb this HPS peak in Joshua Tree National Park. Strenuous scrambling led at a moderate pace. For conditioned cross-country hikers. Contact leaders for details. Leaders: WAYNE BANNISTER, JENNIFER WASHINGTON
Dec 10 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Bernard Peak (5430'), Little Berdoo Peak (5440'): It's fun in the desert in winter when you join in the HPS holiday party and hikes. Enjoy this cross country romp to two rarely visited peaks in Joshua Tree National Park with views of the Coachella Valley. The total hike will be about 7 miles with 2000' of elevation gain. Leaders will select the most interesting route based on conditions. Please bring the usual necessaries. Email leader for info. Leader: LAURA JOSEPH Co-Leaders: PAT ARREDONDO, GREG DE HOOGH
Dec 10 Sat Hundred Peaks, Lower Peaks
I: Monument Mountain (4834'), Mastodon Peak (3400'): Come to the HPS Joshua Tree Holiday celebration weekend and help bring in the season with two Lower Peak climbs. Monument is 5 miles round trip, with 1594' gain and is the highest point in the often windy Hexie Mtns. A trailess 2.5 mile gently rising saunter of the SE ridge leads to the steep-ish summit cone with commanding views of the desert in every direction. Mastodon will be a 3 mile 400' gain loop hike with great views of the Salton Sea from the peak. Consider spending the weekend with your HPS (and Lower Peaks) friends; see the Dec 10-11 HPS Holiday party write-up (above) for camping and other party details. Contact leaders for outing status and details. Leader: MATHEW KELLIHER Co-Leader: JIM FLEMING
Dec 10 Sat Hundred Peaks, Desert Peaks
I: Pinto Mtn (3983'): For HPSers who have "cleaned out" Joshua Tree one or more times, come join the HPS Joshua Tree Holiday party and tackle a DPS peak. Pinto is 2400' gain, 9 mi. Contact Wayne for details. Leaders: TED LUBESHKOFF, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Dec 11 Sun Hundred Peaks, Desert Peaks
I: Eagle Peak (5350'): Join the HPS Winter Holiday weekend (see write up for Dec 10-11). What could be better after a Saturday night party than a 10 mile 3000' gain hike over rough terrain for some beautiful views of the south end of Joshua Tree National Park including the Salton Sea, Pinto Basin, Mt San Jacinto, & Mt. San Gorgonio among others. Meet at 7:00 AM at the visitor center at the South Entrance to the park. Leaders: HARVEY GANZ, BRENT COSTELLO
Dec 11 Sun Hundred Peaks
I: Malapai Hill (4280'), Lost Horse Mountain (5313'), Ryan Mountain (5457'): Nine miles on and off trail with 2550' gain (if you and we do all three). We've added these Sunday hikes to encourage HPS Holiday Party Celebrants to stay overnight and prolong the HPS festivities!! The first peak we will conquer is Malapai Hill (on the Lower Peaks list) - one mile and 550' gain. That's just a warmup (and to grab our orphan!). Then we will continue onto Lost Horse and finish up the day on Ryan. We will carry potluck leftovers and food you bring to eat and share for a sumptuous lunch along the way. We will, as always, have lots of fun! Leaders will be at Sheep Pass Campground (sites 3,4) for the weekend and we will be leaving from there at about 8:30 am. Any questions write a leader. Co-Leaders: MARLEN MERTZ, WAYNE VOLLAIRE
Dec 11 Sun LTC, WTC, HPS, DPS, SPS
I: Warren Point Navigation: Navigation noodle at Joshua Tree National Park for either checkout or practice to satisfy the Basic (I/M) or Advanced (E) level navigation requirements. To participate, send email or sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare to Leader: ROBERT MYERS Assistant: PHIL WHEELER
Dec 13 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: San Rafael Peak (6666'): Rescheduled to December 16. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Dec 13 Tue Hundred Peaks
Monthly HPS Management Committee Meeting: All are welcome to attend our bi-monthly management committee meeting to discuss the business side of the section and upcoming activities. Opportunities to become involved are available. The meeting begins at 6:30 PM at Ranger House, at Griffith Park. To have items added to the agenda or to volunteer, please contact Chair: PAMELA ROWE
Directions: The Ranger House is located south of Los Feliz Blvd on the east side of Riverside Drive. It shares a large parking lot with Friendship Auditorium. From Los Feliz Blvd head south on Riverside Drive, past the soccer fields on your left to Friendship Auditorium. (Friendship Auditorium is white and the side facing Riverside Drive is a series of arches.) The entrance immediately in front of Friendship Auditorium may be the only entrance open to the parking lot. Enter here and proceed to the north end of the parking lot. The Ranger House is a smaller facility located in the extreme north end of the parking lot. The parking lot may be quite busy. Friendship Auditorium is heavily used by large groups. Do not despair: Sufficient parking spaces have been set aside for our use. But to be safe please arrive by 6:30 PM. Do not confuse the Ranger House with the Ranger Station Visitor Center commonly used by the Sierra Club for various functions.
Dec 15 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Lewis (8396'): An easy walk on rough trail for 1 mile round trip with 500' of gain to a peak near Wrightwood. May be able to add nearby easy peaks. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Dec 15 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Dec 16 Fri Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from December 13
I: San Rafael Peak (6666'): Replaced by Caliente, below. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Dec 16 Fri Hundred Peaks
Replaces San Rafael Peak, above
I: Caliente Mountain (5106'): A strenuous hike on dirt road and rough trail for 10 miles roundtrip with 3300' of gain to a peak near Maricopa. High clearance 4WD advised. Slow to moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Dec 17 Sat Hundred Peaks
Rescheduled from November 20
O: Mount Lukens (5074'): By trail & fire road to Los Angeles' highest point, with great view of the Verdugo Mountains & Los Angeles. Slow to moderately paced 10 miles round trip with 2200' gain. We'll start the hike from Angeles Crest Highway. Meet 8 AM at La Cañada rideshare point. Bring water, lunch, suitable shoes & warm clothing. Need Adventure Pass to park your car at the trail head. From the rideshare point to the trail head is about 5.5 miles on ACH 2. Rain cancels. Please e-mail Stella to let her know if you are coming. Last minute decisions are welcome. Leaders: STELLA CHEUNG Assistant Leader: WINNETTE BUTLER
Dec 17 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: San Ysidro Mountain (6147'), Combs Peak (6193'): A moderate hike on road and rough trail for 10 miles round trip with 2800' of gain to a peak near Warner Springs. Bring food, water, 10 essentials. Slow pace. High clearance 4WD advised. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: WAYNE BANNISTER, BILL SIMPSON
Dec 17 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: San Guillermo Mountain (6602'), Lockwood Point (6273'), Brush (7040'), San Emigdio (7495'): Rescheduled to December 4. Leader: PAT ARREDONDO Co-Leader: VIRGIL POPESCU
Dec 17 Sat Hundred Peaks
I: Hildreth Peak (5065'): Canceled. Leaders: TED LUBESHKOFF Co-leader: PAT ARREDONDO
Dec 18 Sun Hundred Peaks
O: LA XMAS by Night: Join our annual night hike to give food and clothing to the homeless living on the streets. Hike approx 6 miles. Wear warm clothing and sturdy shoes. We'll meet at the Chinatown station on the Metro Gold Line located at College Street and Spring Street at midnight SATURDAY night. After distribution of food and clothing we'll crisscross the streets of downtown LA winding up at the Original Pantry at approx 4:00 AM for breakfast, then hike or take subway back to Chinatown. Leaders: STAG BROWN, BOB THOMPSON, JOE YOUNG
Dec 20 Tue Hundred Peaks
I: Iron Mt #1 (8007'): A very strenuous walk on road, trail, and rough trail, with some snow walking, for 14 miles roundtrip with 7200' of gain to a peak above Azusa. Slow to moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: DAVE COMERZAN, MARS BONFIRE
Dec 22 Thu Hundred Peaks
O: Mount Harwood (9552'), Mount San Antonio (10,064'): A strenuous hike for 8 miles round trip with 4000' of gain on dirt road and rough trail to peaks near Baldy Village. Moderate pace. Bring food, water, and 10 essentials. Contact leaders for status and details. Leaders: GEORGE CHRISTIANSEN, MARS BONFIRE
Dec 22 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike
Dec 29 Thu Pasadena Group, Wilderness Adventures, Hundred Peaks
O: Henninger Flats Conditioning Hike

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