Name: Doin' the big, Fig Newton Canyon- a Gentler Hike
Start: 2014-09-18T09:00:00-07:00
End: 2014-09-18T12:00:00-07:00
Location: Newton Canyon Trailhead

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This is a gentler version of a hike our regular and PM hikers have enjoyed for years.

If you haven't read Bill Bryson's A Walk in the Woods, about his (mis)adventures attempting to hike the entire Appalachian Trail, do yourself a favor and pick up this hilarious, informative hiking tome. Something tells me Bill would be right at home traipsing through Newton Canyon's oak shade- one of the closest things you'll get to back east woods in the Santa Monica Mountains.

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From the Kanan Rd trailhead, we'll jump on the Backbone Trail for a cruise down into Newton Canyon. On our way there, we'll cross a stout footbridge, pass under an oak canopy, and come out into an opening. At the opening, look toward the sandstone formations in the distance, and you'll see Upper Newton Falls spilling through them like a ribbon.

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This is an out and back hike at a total of 5 miles, with 900' total elevation gain.

This is a gentler hike. We will go at a more moderate pace than a regular Trailblazer hike, and we'll take more breaks. The purpose is to give novice and intermediate hikers who may feel they're not up to a regular hike a chance to get out and experience our beautiful trails. Faster hikers are welcome to come along, with the understanding that the hike is geared toward those who want to go at an easier pace.

Directions:

From the 101, go south (toward beaches) on Kanan Road about 8 miles to just before the third tunnel (T1). The parking lot is on the right.

From Pacific Coast Highway, go north on Kanan Dume Road about 4 miles and make a left turn into the parking lot immediately after going through the first tunnel.

Parking is free.

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IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:

The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.

Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.

If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Cheryl

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