Land O' Lakes - A Gentler HIke

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Join us for a new Trailblazers adventure! Laurie has risked life, limb, and dignity to bring us a sparkling new hike, so let's turn out in numbers if only to make sure she finds her way back to civilization.

We'll gallop along (okay, trot)(canter?) White Horse Canyon Trail to the loop portion of our hike, finding Los Robles Trail and swinging back around to White Horse. 1200' of elevation gain along the way pulls us up to a ridge that provides views of Westlake, Las Virgenes Reservoir, Lake Eleanor, and Lake Sherwood- the most water we're apt to see on one hike that doesn't include the Pacific Ocean. There are ample mountain views, and a clump or two of diverse plant life tucked away.

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The route is a 6 mile lollipop, and signs warning of armed responses will let us know if we've strayed into dangerous territory. More mundane concerns are sun exposure and some stretches of trail that are somewhat loose- bring hiking poles if you tend to favor them.

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Directions:

From the 101 freeway, take Westlake Blvd. south to Potrero Rd. Turn right (west) on Potrero and go 0.4 mi. Park on south side of the street, east of the bridge. The trailhead is on the north side of the street, west of the bridge.

DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY

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.

**Anyone under the age of 18 needs to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.