Learn to Hike ...

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, JUST FOR YOU FROM THE BEST HIKING GROUP AT GRIFFITH PARK ... beginner hiking. TLA Hiking Group Rules All, No ?

Hike Level: Novice and Beginner, maybe a little bit tougher. Hike Duration: 2.5 hours. Hike Distance: about 4-6 miles, more or less. Hike Pace: Slow to Moderate. Maybe two inclines, maybe.

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This hike will be conditioning Hike; fashioned toward those with little or no hiking experience, but have some degree of fitness, walking knowledge and/or can walk for distance. It is for stone cold newbies who are out of shape and want to start conditioning for better hikes. There will be some uphill climbs but mostly flat(flattish) terrain. If you cannot hike uphill for a timely period, then this hike is for you. You will also learn about Griffith Park Hiking and a few Need to know historical attractions. Bring water, an extra pair of socks, hiking shoes, trail runners yet, Walking shoes will work for this hike. Dogs, Brats and Crybabies are OK, yet, NO Minions, Show offs' and NO Speed demons ... this is a Family Type of Hiking environment. We are all equal here.

DIRECTIONS: We will meet at Parking Lot #2 (At the Steps) in the Merry-Go-Round area. " remember there are three parking lots, so look for our friendly faces."

Click to See Entrance Location from Los Feliz (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=+crystal+springs+road+at+riverside+dr,+los+angeles,+ca&hl=en&sll=34.148056,-118.283858&sspn=0.009536,0.013797&hnear=Crystal+Springs+Dr+%26+Riverside+Dr,+Los+Angeles,+California+90027&t=m&z=16). _

( Click for link to map (http://files.meetup.com/262967/Griffith%202nd%20Parking%20Lot.jpg))__ of Parking Lot 2 : We will go from the Parking Lot #2 (near the Merry Go Round) across to freeway underpass, walk along the LA River north, exit the River, cross the LA Zoo parking lot, and go up a dirt road in the Park that takes us behind the Zoo and around the northern perimeter of Griffith Park. We will swing around and go down to the Mineral Springs picnic area (there is a Rest Room there) and head back to the cars along the trail from there.

Mr. Deeds Hike Leader and Lovable one ...

PLEASE READ and understand this ...

The hike leaders in this group aren't professional hike leaders. You are responsible for yourself, By signing up for these events, you agree not to hold the Meetup organizers of LA Hiking Group responsible for whatever happens to you on these events. LA Hiking Group does not certify the expertise of the organizers,The event or assistant organizers (hike leaders).LA Hiking Group is NOT responsible for any possible losses or injuries. Hopeful you're in agreement with and understanding of this statement.

"Only you know yourself and it's up to you to care for you, so ... for your safety, always let the Hike leader know what kind of health issues or hiking condition you're presently in, if you're not sure that you're at the announced level. Thanks."