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This meetup is all about social interaction, mostly through hiking. We think mental health is just as important as physical health, and that makes us different from other hiking groups. If you are interested in hiking, making friends, having fun, and exploring the greater Los Angeles area, then this group is for you. Hiking, PLUS other stuff!
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Labor Day - Picnic and Concert - Skynyrd and Frynds (Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute)Conejo Community Park (Hendrix), Thousand Oaks, CA
Picnic and Concert, Jim's Birthday
Many of us from this group will attend this event. We'll start picnicking a few hours before the concert.Bring food and drinks to share.
If your item requires utensils, please supply them.Please post in the comments, if you can bring a table.
Bring blankets and lawn chairs. A variety of gourmet Food Trucks and Dessert Trucks will be on-site and available for purchase.
Please bring something to put on, as it often gets cooler in the evening.
Concert starts at 5:00p.
Skynyrd and Frynds - bringing the legendary sound of Lynyrd Skynyrd from the 1960’s and 70’s,
About the band - click herePark on the surrounding streets. Drop your stuff off at the park if you don't want to carry it.
No pets please.
Look for our exact location at the concert venue, posted in the comments close to event time.
Link to Conejo Recreation and Park District
Conejo Community Park
1175 Hendrix Avenue
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 - Lizard Rock Loop - Easy Intermediate with easier optionTennis Court parking lot, Thousand Oaks, CA
Easy Intermediate, 4.5 miles, 600' gain
Easier Option, 3.5 miles, 460' gainThis is a unique loop through Wildwood Park that takes us to the famous Lizard Rock.
There are several extended inclines and a few short but steep climbs that cause this to be rated on the easy end of the intermediate spectrum. Beginners will still have no problem completing this hike, but they may be cursing some of the inclines and will not be zooming along on the steps or inclines at high speed.
There is nothing wrong with taking it slow because this is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. We'll be waiting for folks to catch up at the major junctions. I may put down white powder lines so that nobody gets lost if they fall way behind.
We'll be starting from the tennis court parking lot 4 blocks east of the trail head parking lot and across the road.
We'll cross to the park side of the road through a tunnel, and turn right on to the Moonridge trail that runs parallel to the road. We'll follow for about 1/4 mile, and then go left instead of taking the stem to the right.
This will take us to the steps to the trail head parking lot. We'll regroup.
Those that want the easier option will cross the parking lot and take main trail (Mesa trail) straight for 1 mile, turning right at the Lizard Rock trail, and following it up to Lizard Rock.
The rest of us will continue along the Moonridge trail. We'll follow it around for another 1/2 mile and make a right at the North Teepee Trail fire road and continue for about 200'.
Next, we'll make a left at the Stagecoach Bluff Trail for about 500', where it will dead end at a trail of the same name. We'll make a left and continue for about 1000' until it dead ends. We make a left, then the next right to head up to Lizard Rock, where we'll share snacks and beverages.
Finally, we'll head along the ridge of Lizard Rock and then down towards the Mesa Trail fire road. We'll make a left, and take it all the way back to the main parking lot. Then we'll cross the lot and take the steps at the far end of the lot down, and return on the trail we started on, back to the tunnel and then our cars.
Returning Early
For those that wish to head back instead of hanging around for the snack share, you are responsible for finding your own way back. Please follow the posted route and map.Directions
Wildwood Park
635 W Avenida De Los Arboles
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360From the 118:
CA-118 west to CA-23.
Continue south on CA-23 to exit 15 for 4.8 miles, Avenida de los Arboles
Turn right (west) on Avenida de los Arboles for 3.3 miles until 4 blocks before it ends. There will be tennis courts on the right with a parking lot.From CA-23:
CA-23 to exit 15, Avenida de los Arboles
West on W. Avenida de los Arboles for 3.3 miles until 4 blocks before it ends. There will be tennis courts on the right with a parking lot.If the lot is full, park in the neighborhood across the street.
The Hike
Distance: 4.5 miles, 3.5 hours, Easier option, 3.5 miles.
Elevation Gain: 600', Easier option, 460'.
Pace: 2.0 mph
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate. Easier Option, Fit Beginner.
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: Yes - after the first segment, in the gravel parking lot.
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free.
Trail: Double and single track, fire road.What to Bring:
1-2 liters of water.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp for evening hikes.
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Disclaimer / Release of Liability - Sagebrush Cantina: HindsiteSagebrush Cantina, Calabasas, CA
Many from this group, plus other friends, will attend this event at Sagebrush Cantina. The band playing (Hindsite) puts on a fantastic show, playing dance, pop, r&b/funk, and hip hop music from the 70's up to the latest hits.
This is one of the best venues I've experienced on LA's west side, and this is one of the best bands I've seen at this venue. Come see a Hollywood quality show for free. Hindsite will have you dancing all night!
We'll be seated either in the outdoor area, or indoors, depending on the weather. Seating is tough here, so even if we don't all sit together, we'll be seeing one another on the dance floor!
The band starts at 8p, but get there an hour earlier and maybe you'll get a seat with the group.
Sagebrush Cantina
23527 Calabasas Rd, Calabasas, CA 91302
(818) 222-6062Events Calendar (Sagebrush Cantina)
Events Calendar (Hindsite) - Avocado Festival - Carpinteria5050 E Los Angeles Ave, Simi Valley, CA
Let's take the train --- From Simi to Carp!
39th Annual California Avocado FestivalIf you are taking the train, purchase tickets using the app or a computer, BEFORE arriving at the station.
Saturday - October 4, 2025
FESTIVAL ENTRANCE IS FREE!Prior events to the festival:
October 2021
October 2022
October 2024Train Schedule, $20 each way:
Simi Valley 10:11a Carpentaria 11:32aReturn Train Options
Carpentaria 2:03p Simi Valley 3:37p
Carpentaria 4:50p Simi Valley 6:23p
Carpentaria 7:15p Simi Valley 8:48pMeet near the tracks in Simi Valley starting around 9:20 AM.
The first photo attached represents out "approximate" path:
Link to RouteWe'll start with a hike (an easy walk, no hiking shoes or poles needed) to Carpinteria Bluffs & Beach with its tide pools & tar pits, then trip around (and back & forth between) Islands Brewery, the Avocado Festival, Rincon Brewery & Giovani's Pizza, other great restaurants, etc. We'll let AMTRAK take us back to Simi Valley at the end of the day!
ALTERNATIVELY: Drive yourself and meet at the Carpinteria station around 11:32a, or look for your hiking friends on the beach-front trails, along Linden Ave, and nearby breweries.
AND: You may be able to book passage from other start locations, e.g. Chatsworth, Van Nuys, Ventura, (but Not Camarillo), etc...
Festival Link
The festival runs from 10a - 10p on this day.Please comment when you have purchased your train tickets!
