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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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Mt. McCoy - Annual Cross Lit Hike
Clinicas Del Camino Real Inc - Madera, 1424 Madera Road, Simi Valley, CA, US3 miles, 700' gain, Easy Intermediate
Easier Option: 2.4 mi, 530' gain. (1343 Los Amigos Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065, or 89 La Paz Ct, Simi Valley, CA 93065 to save another 500' distance).A special treat: The cross will be lit! The Rotary Club lights the cross for the week from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, and our group has been doing this hike every year since the group started.
We'll meet in the parking lot at the northeast corner of Madera and Royal, just south of the Donut Delite, on the east side of the Clinicas office. We'll walk from there to the trailhead at 2 Washburn St. where it meets Los Amigos Ave.
Sunset time is 7:28p, with Civil Twighlight ending about 30 minutes after that.
Civil Twighlight: When the sun is between 0 and 6 degrees below the horizon. The sky is still bright enough for most outdoor activities that require light.
Our hike up will be in daylight and we should arrive near sunset.
The Hike
Rated "Easy Intermediate" due to the 1 mile continuous incline that can get exhausting, but a fit beginner can easily complete it.We cross Madera and continue through the neighborhood for about 1500', to the intersection of Washburn St. and Los Amigos Ave. Then we enter a path behind the houses and proceed for 250' to the entrance. So far, there will have been very little elevation gain.
For those that want a little easier option start at this address: 1366 Los Amigos Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065.
We'll enter a series of switchbacks for 1.2 miles to a large cross at the top. This is a steady climb across the face of the hill, always in full view of the neighborhood below. There is nothing wrong with slowing down while faster hikers move ahead, or resting for a minute during this climb.
It may seem easy to get lost because there are many different cross-paths up the face of this hill, but they all lead to the same place. Generally, whenever there is a choice of "left or right", we take the easier and more worn path. If you happen to find yourself alone and take a wrong turn (aka steep cut), all paths lead up.
At the top by the cross, we'll enjoy the gorgeous 360 degree views and share beverages and/or snacks.
Easy Option: 2.25 mi, 650' gain.
Just a little easier. Park at the traihead: 4 Washburn St, Simi Valley, CA 93065Interesting Notes
Here are a couple plants you are sure to see on this hike:Black Sage
Multiple brown buttons going up the top of the stalk, that may have white flowers. Green leaves. Purple or white flowers that are dark brown as they dry on the plant. Squish the leaves and smell.A rare and sought after Black sage honey is also made from the honey of bees that pollinate the Black sage plant. Black sage is utilized in the culinary world as an aromatic and flavorful herb. It can be used in recipes wherever traditional sage is called for, however keep in mind that foraged Black sage has a much stronger flavor than that of traditional store bought sage.
Its flavor goes well with winter squashes, brown butter, poultry, venison, pears, cheese, potatoes and other herbs such as rosemary and thyme. Use fresh in a variety of different preparations or leaves. Can be dried and stored for future use as a dried herb. Black sage was used traditionally by Native Americans known as the Chumash people to form an herbal soak for the bath to be used in the treatment of bodily pain, specifically for the feet and lower legs.
Purple Sage
Grey-green leaves. Aromatic when crushed. Purple flowers. Aka, Tobacco Sage, with mild hallucinogenic properties when smoked. Can be used as a spice or made into a tea. Tea has medicinal affects: Antiviral, gargle for sore throats, reduce hay fever symptoms and other drying actions.Distance: 3 miles (round trip)
Elevation Gain: 700'
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate
Duration: 3 1/2 hours
Pace: 2.0 mph
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms/Drinking Fountain: Yes - at nearby places of business
Parking: Free
Trail: Mostly single-trackWhat to Bring
1-2 liters of water.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking or athletic shoes.
Flashlight or headlamp.Directions
For those doing the regular route:
1424 Madera Rd, Simi Valley, CA 93065FAQ
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80's Invasion at Sagebrush Cantina
Sagebrush Cantina, 23527 Calabasas Rd, Calabasas, CA, USStart your weekend off right with great friends and music!
Come on out and join your friends, make new ones, eat, drink, and dance to an amazing 80's band at one of our favorite places for fun times. 80's Invasion, led by the dynamic vocal duo of Dirk Knight and Mony Mony, are a fun, high-energy act that does cool covers of everything 80's (with a little 70's and 90's mixed in.) They have creative costumes and interact with the audience, too.
From A-ha to ZZ Top, Depeche Mode to Duran Duran, Blondie to Billy Idol, The Cure to the Cult, Pat Benetar to Peter Gabriel, X to Inxs, if it's from the 80's, they have it covered.
DJ sets in between band breaks and after will have you dancing all night.
Seating is usually 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 8PM, 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)
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Red Rock Canyon - Potluck Hike
1699 Stunt Rd, Calabasas, CA, USStart at 5:00 PM
Easy-Intermediate, 4 miles, 800' gain.Option not to hike:
If for some reason you don't want to hike but still want to come, the social event can be driven to, and the main group of hikers should get there about an hour after we begin: 23601 W Red Rock Rd, Topanga, CA 90290. It costs $5 to park there, MasterCard/Visa accepted.We'll be passing through a beautiful canyon with huge red, pale purple, and tan sandstone walls.
The hike begins with a steady climb on a fire road for 0.75 mile. We turn right at the junction and begin heading mostly down another fire road for about 1.25 miles.
There will be a picnic area on the right, where we'll enjoy a potluck picnic. Please bring food, drinks to share. If your item requires utensils/plates/toothpicks, etc., please bring them. You may wish to bring your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren't any.
The picnic area is wooded and shaded. Consider bringing insect repellent.
We'll return the way we came after about 1.5 hours.
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route. Click HERE for the route.
Navigation: Host memory, and others that have done this route.
Hike type: Social.
We won't be hiking at a fast pace because this is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. There is nothing wrong with stopping, even if it means every 50 steps.Directions:
1699 Stunt Rd
Calabasas, CA 91302
Park in the gravel along the street.The Hike:
Distance: 4.0 miles, with option for 0.
Elevation Gain: 800', with option for 0.
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate.
Pace: 2.0 mph
Dogs: Dogs must be kept on leash and away from the picnic table.
Restrooms: No.
Drinking Fountains: There is water.
Parking: Free, along the gravel lot on the street. Arrive early to get a spot that doesn't require high clearance. $5 to park at the Social event area.
Trail: Fire road.
Purpose: SocialWhat to Bring:
1-2 liters of water.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
If your item requires utensils/plates/toothpicks, etc., please bring them. You may wish to bring your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren't any.
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp.
Sunscreen.FAQ
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