A Fast Paced, Challenging Hiking Group.

Thanks for checking out the Southern California Advanced Hikers Group. This group was created to bring together like-minded advanced hikers that enjoy aggressive, challenging hikes (and soon backpacking trips) in and around the Southern California area…and beyond.

This group is not for everyone and not intended for beginners, Sunday strollers, or those that like to stop and smell the roses (OK, maybe SOME roses. ;o) ). If you are new to hiking, unsure of your abilities, or looking for easy hikes, there are a million other great hiking groups out there so check them out. This group is intended for experienced and prepared hikers that are sure of their abilities and are looking for truly challenging and aggressive hikes.

Typical group hikes (4 – 12 hours) will be scheduled for the weekends and usually center around a peak/mountain ending in beautiful and rewarding views. Often hikes will be aggressive, high elevation, steep, dusty, snowy and can be very hot or cold. Weekday training hikes will be scheduled as well in the evenings. We'll work our way up in challenge level as the group grows.

Hikes will begin as scheduled and promptly on time. All hikers will show up on-time and fully prepared (water, food, snacks, supplies, clothing, personal first aid items, etc) and ready to have a fun, challenging and rewarding time. After 30 minutes of hiking those not keeping up with the group or ill prepared will be suggested to turn back (Including the group leader as well...hey...it could happen! ;o) ) If they wish to do so however they can continue at their own pace of course knowing that the group will continue on at the group pace.

Although I recognize that the above paragraphs may seem strict it is really intended to maintain a safe, fun and enjoyable experience/atmosphere for the entire group. Unprepared hikers can create unsafe situations, drag down a group and lead to frustration ultimately ruining the experience for everyone involved.

When joining, there are 3 required questions that you MUST answer so please take a moment to do so. All potential memberships will be reviewed prior to acceptance. All ages, sexes, sexual orientations, races, religions, and hair colors will be be considered. ;o)

So, check out the upcoming hikes, consider joining the group, and I hope to see you on the trail!