SoCal Outdoor Enthusiasts

David Ortega http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/member/7/d/8/5/member_3512133.jpeg http://www.meetup.com/socaloutdoors/members/6691223/
Event Organizer

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Long Beach, CA 90803

Location:

Fontana, CAUSA 92336
Hometown: Fontana

Member since:

March 11, 2008

Has attended:

44 Meetups

Introduction

I've been hiking now for 8 years. I've been on many trails in the Angeles, San Berdo., & Cleveland Nat'l Forests. I've also hiked in the San Jacinto Wilderness, Yosemite, Carmel/Big Sur, Utah, Colorado, Oregon, and Banff Nat'l Park (Canada).

Please tell us a little about yourself. Your interests and what you'd like to get out of being a member of this group.

I am hoping to meet others who enjoy hiking. I also enjoy playing racquetball, reading the bible and being with my wife and 10 year old daughter.

Additional Information

"Recent hiking experience: San Gorgonio Peak, San Jacinto Peak, San Bernardino Peak, San Bernardino East Peak, Shields Peak, Mt. Baldy, Zahnhiser Peak, Mt. Baden-Powell, Ontario Peak, Cucamonga Peak, Mt. Wilson, and Pacific Crest Trail."

What David Ortega is saying about this Meetup Group

Others should join this group to take advantage of the wonderful and awesome beauty of the forest lands and wilderness areas that are not too far of a drive to get to. Come and enjoy waterfalls, easy stream crossings and most importantly sharing a hike with others.

Bob Thompson

Hi David, thanks for your greeting. Looking forward to joining you and the meetup at some point too. I've been following the group's calendar and as soon as there is an event that fits my schedule I'll be ready.

Feb 14, 2012 11:43 AM
Perry A Mt. San Jacinto Hiking Club

Welcome

Feb 07, 2012 3:49 PM
Asher Waxman

Thanks again for introducing me to a new area.
And also for your excellent pictures. No need to share mine: you got it all.

Feb 06, 2012 8:08 PM
Heather

Thank you for leading todays hike. I have wanted to hike around that area for a while. I new there was more than just a water fall out there. So today I had a reason to get out there and go. Thanks for showing us around and yes posibly I might beable to hike up to Baldy on Friday. Or at least hike to the ski hut and then down depending what kind of time I have if at all. Have a nice weekend!

Feb 04, 2012 12:52 AM
Priscilla SoCal Outdoor Enthusiasts

Hey David - it was fun. Thanks for taking us on the extra trek besides the always lovely falls. Hope to see you on the trails again soon.

Feb 03, 2012 10:34 PM
Gary D. SoCal Outdoor Enthusiasts

David, It was a pleasure meeting and hiking with you & Ben today at Etiwanda. Priscilla, Don, & myself enjoyed the hike to the falls & the added loop at the end as well as your positive energy. We hope to hike with you guys again soon,
Let's keep in contact...Happy trails !!!

Feb 03, 2012 10:19 PM
Steve SGV Hikers

Hi David:
I reserve some crampons at Arcadia REI. Thanks for the information.
Steve

Nov 15, 2011 11:49 PM
Sam B.

Hi David,

The Zahniser Peak hike was a fanTASTIC hike! I really loved hiking with you and the crew - the mountain air was great, the day was incredible, and you were an outstanding organizer.

The weather has moved in for the season, it seems, but I will be looking for your hikes as they come up and I _really hope that I'll be able to join you again.

Thanks for everything!

Nov 07, 2011 11:33 PM
Tami

Hi David,
THat is so funny that you remember my comment on the prescription bottle. I had no idea that came out like that. It did make everyone stop and stare oddly at me. I signed up for a camping trip with this club in a couple of weeks. I like how the groups are small. I enjoyed hiking with you and will look for more of your hikes in the future. See you soon I hope.

Sep 26, 2011 10:01 PM
Aleshia

Hi David,

Thank you, we had a great time !! Look forward to joining one of your hikes soon :)

Sep 26, 2011 11:53 AM