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UPDATE (09/7/21): Outings have resumed, however some changes and additional participation requirements have been implemented because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Please be sure to check the outing listing carefully for instructions about what is required as a condition of participation. The Sierra Club's primary concern remains the safety of the participants on outings.
The Mother Lode Chapter of the Sierra Club is a long established environmentally-minded group offering a large variety of activities. Hiking, kayaking, skiing, biking, camping, potlucks, slideshows, service trips and other events are lead by Sierra Club trained leaders. All adults are welcome, including those who are not members of Sierra Club. We generally meet at a designated local parking area and then carpool to the event site which can be located nearby or several hours away. Most events take all day and are followed by an optional dinner at a restaurant on the drive back. Of course, all of this can vary depending on the event. Leader styles vary greatly. Some are very fast paced with few stops; others travel at a very slow pace and stop frequently. You are required to be properly equipped and able to stay with the group, so be sure to check with the leader if you have any questions about the outing.
Each participant on an outing is required to complete and sign a standard liability waiver. If you would like to read the liability waiver before an outing click on this link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17DFIvEuXuRj56yWSRIY39VtHdUpB1WEO/view?usp=sharing
or contact the Outings Department at 415.977.5528 for a printed version.
For more outings and information see our full list of events at:
http://motherlode.sierraclub.org/outings.html
Happy trails!
Upcoming events (2)
See all- DAY HIKE (2A) POINT REYES -- ESTERO TRAIL TO DRAKE'S HEAD (SACRAMENTO GRP)11th Street & P Street, Sacramento, CA
Join us for this beautiful hike out to Drake’s Head where we’ll have lunch overlooking Limantour Estero, Limantour Spit, and Drake's Bay . In the past we’ve seen lots of birds, rays and sharks. Eight miles & 800' elev. gain. Bring lunch, water, and $$ for your driver. Each participant must bring a Sierra Club Medical Form (please see https://tinyurl.com/2p8dtefp). Leader Tracy Miller, tecumseh2@att.net or 916-953-8186.
- Let's do a American River Hike from Sunrise Bridge to Nimbus Flat ParkUpper Sunrise Boat Ramp, Fair Oaks, CA
Co-listed with Sierra Club Military Outdoors. Veterans are especially welcome. Open to everyone, especially new or prospective club members.
This outing is an opportunity to learn about the activities and conservation efforts of the Sierra Club. A leisurely morning hike with points of interest at both ends and peaceful river and lake views. From the Sunrise Recreation Area (Upper Sunrise Boat Ramp parking lot, east side of the Old Fair Oaks Bridge), we’ll follow the recreation trail along the shadier south shore of the American River to the Nimbus Flat State Recreation Area, where we’ll have brunch at the picnic tables next to Natomas Lake. This route is approximately a 7-mile round trip, primarily flat. Bring lunch and liquids. Apply sunscreen as trails are sometimes exposed. No pets. Rain cancels. Heat over 90° cancels. The leader keeps a pace on the slow side of moderate. Each participant must sign the Sierra Club Sign-In & Waiver Form at the trailhead. There is a $6 parking fee. The leader is Shawn Britton at 408.242.5092 or smbritton@comcast.net.
