Echo: The Long Haul

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Echo Mountain is above the city of Altadena.

The trail will be about 20 miles 'n change, as the crow flies.

Allow for about 8-10 hours to complete.

Read the complete write up.

Most, if not all, of your questions can be answered here.

Due to the length; this trail is not for beginners.

You must be able to keep the pace and/or know the trail.

There will be no:

• Having your nose wiped for you.

• Coddling

• Cooing

• Hand holding ( unless you { you in the 3rd person } are a couple, plan to be a couple; etc...)

A couple of what has yet to be determined...

If it rains... dust storm, water spout, etc... we are still on...

There may be sudden and frequent stops for print making along the way...

Chew toys:

Be sure to bring a hat, to wear, not to eat.

The eating of one's own hat; or anyone else's for that matter, is considered bad form.

Bring 3-4 quaarts of water, more if you like & something to chew on... (do not chew on your nails {see eating one's own hat description above}...).

Peanut Butter Cups or See's Chocolate See Gars are more than acceptable to bring and chew on !!!

(... anytime of the day...)

Do NOT sink your fangs into anyone else's neck or anywhere else for that matter. This is also considered bad form & should be avoided

Wear comfortable clothing (come in costume, if you like) and a hat; without cloud cover, there isn't much shade.

Our first short break will be at Echo Mountain.

(If you decide to make use of the echo phone: keep in mind, laughing may soon follow...)

From there we will take the Merrill trail to Inspiration Point & Muir Peak.

We will then go to San Gabriel peak.

The final miles will be on the road (which has plenty of rocks) & Echo trail, both are quite pleasant.

GETTING THERE:

From hwy 210:

Exit Lake Ave. in Altadena and follow it north towards the mountains for about 3 miles to the end.

The street turns to the west or left and becomes Loma Alta.

THE CHEAP SEATS:

There are no facilities at the trail head, adjustments should be made prior to arrival.

PARKING:

Find parking along the street...

We will meet at the corner of Lake and Loma Alta, by the gate, at 6:45 am & start at 7:00 am, on the snout.

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The fine print:

Do NOT bring your dogs, cats, canaries, drama, +1’s or other pets

No whining, sassing, throwing looks.

No pushing selling soap or real estate.

You will have about 10 minutes to complain about work, politics & current affairs... After that; enjoy the scenery...

I will take your confession(s) as necessary... after that; enjoy the scenery...

Scamming & laying it on thick:

If anyone wants to get someone's phone number, be cordial about it.

Do NOT start at one end of the conga line & work your way to the other end and/or lay it on thick.

This is considered bad form & should be avoided.

If the individual concerned is NOT interested: Give it a rest.

Rules of the road & proper etiquette:

Walking, up hill has the right of way; downhill yields to uphill.

Runners, yield to all walkers & horses.

Bikes, yield to all walkers & horses.

Horses have right of way on all accounts.

Showing off:

Getting to the top first or being the fastest on the trail: no one cares.

It's about the experience, scenery & friends...

Straying from the purer faith:

If you decide to go off on your own: you will be on your own.

Let someone know should you decide to bow out early...

EVENT UPDATES:

It is your responsibility to check events you are signed up for, and any of your notifications, for event updates & adjust your status accordingly.

CLUB POLICY:

No +1's or extra guests.

If you want to bring a friend, local or long distance, just have them join the club.

This is an "at your own risk" event on lands accessible to the general public.

By joining this event: YOU are responsible for your conduct and safety and agree to free the event organizer, Mt. San Jacinto Hiking Club, any other agents and organizers associated with the club from any and all liability.

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