CHANGE to SNOWSHOE at TRAM [formerly Skyline Trail]

DUE to SNOW Forecast - We're changing to a Tramshoe - forecasts are for 12" to 24" of new snow at the summit. REMEMBER TIME CHANGE - so 8am Tram is "7am 'old time...'"

http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/c/0/c/event_20439948.jpegWe will choose the route depending on snow conditions. More than likely we will take Sid Davis to Ranger Overland to the Miller cutoff. Round trip will be about 7.5 miles. If there is enough snow, then we will be able to go west straight up the Miller Saddle.

This is an advanced hike. Please sign up only if you are comfortable using snowshoes.

Also, bring Microspikes, along with poles and winter clothing. You must bring all hiking Essentials.

At the conclusion of the event, should you not return with the group for any reason, please text that you have returned to the Mountain Station safely as soon as cell service is available at: 760-832-0579 or Jack's cell at: 954-931-6414 - please be sure to provide your name and who you're covering by your report.

Links to weather forecasts:

Palm Springs:

http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=33.8302961&lon=-116.54529209999998&site=all&smap=1&searchresult=Palm%20Springs%2C%20CA%2C%20USA

The Tram:

http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=33.80441301117169&lon=-116.64107993652345

San Jacinto:

http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=33.814463&lon=-116.6791834&site=all&smap=1&searchresult=San%20Jacinto%20Peak%2C%20San%20Bernardino%20National%20Forest%2C%20California%2C%20USA

Waiver:

“WAIVER OF LIABILITY Hiking, snow activities, water activities, backpacking, and other outdoor activities may be rewarding and pleasant activities in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those dangers include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, heat stroke/exhaustion, drowning, broken bones, poison oak and other poisonous plants’ exposure, bee stings, encountering wild animals, tick and snake bites and falling objects. Prior to participation in any outdoor activity organized by Mt. San Jacinto Hiking Club, you must read and sign the MSJHC - FULL WAIVER OF LIABILITY, whereby, you assume the risks associated with the outdoor activity and agree to release the organizers, co-organizers, assistant organizers and other volunteers from claims for any personal injuries, property damages or other loses sustained during the outdoor activity. As with other physical activities, please consult your healthcare provider before attempting this activity to ascertain you are able to participate without causing any harm to yourself or to others. If you feel faint, dizzy, or exhausted during the activity, please stop immediately and notify the organizer. If you plan to bring a minor with you, please consult the minor’s physician to make sure that the minor is able to participate without causing any harm to herself/himself or to others. The Organizer’s, co-organizer’s, and assistant organizer’s willingness to allow you to participate in this activity should not be understood as a favorable assessment of your physical or mental capabilities. Please know your physical and mental limits and sign up for this activity only if you are able to keep with the pace and demands of the activity. During participation in this activity, never leave the group without notifying the organizer, follow the instructions of the organizer and always stay on the designated trail, and use the “Buddy System” whereby, you never hike alone. This activity begins and ends at the trail-head or specific location(s) and specific time designated by the Organizer. This activity does not include carpooling, transportation, or transit to and from the trail-head or specific location(s), and you are personally responsible for all risks associated with this travel. If the leader has failed to appear at the designated location(s) and time, this activity is cancelled. Comments posted by members in the Comments Section of this posting, are personal opinions that are not endorsed by, nor reflect the opinions of, the Organizers, Co-Organizers, or Assistant Organizers of MSJHC. You must read, complete the MSJHC - FULL WAIVER OF LIABILITY and by your attendance on this activity. The MSJHC - FULL WAIVER OF LIABILITY can be found at this link: https://www.meetup.com/Hiking-Coachella-Valley/files/ “