Sunrise to Sunset Hikers

Time for Rock & Roll and dancing 👠 LOOK ... USE THIS ADDRESS and free parking on the street. 24360 Yosemite Road. Laguna Niguel,CA. Meet Barton by the sidewalk. Bring blanket or low beach chair. Not dog friendly event. No glass. Ok to bring adult beverages/food in concert area. Approx 1/2 hour hike to concert location on level ground enjoying to lake view on the way. Bathrooms at Concert area. DISCLAIMER: Group organizer and assistant organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.

Make a meetup "date" to join your hiking buddies for a relaxing, scenic walk and FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES.... ABOUT THE HIKE: We begin the evening with a two mile, hour long, beginner hike around beautiful North Woodbridge Lake in Irvine. Our meetup location is the front of AMC Cinemas in the Woodbridge Village Center. The route will be a figure eight loop around and over the lake on a flat, paved path. If not staying for the movie, the route can be expanded to include another two miles around South Woodbridge Lake (a total of four plus miles and two hours of hiking time). ABOUT THE MOVIE: Upon our return from the hike, it is Friday Night at the Movies. You will have your choice of films at AMC Cinemas Irvine Woodbridge Movies 5. There are usually three or four newly released films (changing weekly) with start times beginning between 7:15-8:15 PM that will be available to us. General admission ticket prices are $6.99 ($9.99 for 3D films). In addition to the cinema concession, there other dining alternatives in the area. We will be gathering informally on the patio after the hike and before the movies to have a quick dinner. You may see film descriptions and their current showtimes here: https://www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/los-angeles/amc-woodbridge-5 DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From the 405 Freeway, take Jeffrey north about one-half mile.... turn left on Barranca about one-half mile.... turn left into the Woodbridge Village Center.... and look for the Meetup adjacent to the Cinema. DISCLAIMER: Group organizer and assistant organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any and all group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.

!! DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS HIKE UNLESS YOU ARE GOING TO ATTEND !! We have limited space and it is inconsiderate to others on the waiting list. Night Hike in Modjeska Canyon... A perfect way to celebrate TGIF with friends! DEPARTURE TIME: We depart at 6 PM. Please arrive ten minutes early to provide time for an orientation and introductions. ABOUT THIS HIKE: The hike starts at the trail head for the Harding Truck Trail across from the Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary on Modjeska Canyon Road. The trail is well maintained and climbs steadily along a ridge through scrub oak, manzanita, and coastal sage into the Cleveland National Forest. We'll hike for 45-60 minutes stopping at about the two mile mark for a potluck dinner. BYOB (beverage) and appetizers to share. The views from our mountain top picnic tables extends on a clear day over neighboring ridge lines to Newport Coast, Palos Verdes Peninsula and Catalina Island. Following a leisurely picnic dinner, we return on the same route about two miles to the trail head and parking area. ABILITY LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate. We hike at a slow pace taking in the views as we go. This can be a difficult hike due to the 600 foot elevation gain, although the trail itself is not technical. DIRECTIONS: From Interstate 5, take the El Toro Road exit in Lake Forest. Head North up El Toro Road towards the mountains. At Cook's Corner, El Toro Road turns into Santiago Canyon Road. Three miles past Cook's, turn right on Modjeska Canyon Road. Remain on Modjeska Canyon Road (don't turn on Modjeska Grade Road) passing the Modjeska Fire Station and continuing until arriving at the Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary. Parking for the Harding Truck Trail head is located adjacent to and just beyond the Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary. The trail head is across the road from the paved designated parking area. To reduce parking congestion at Tucker, car pooling is advised. This is privately arranged through Meetup event comments usually meeting at 5:45 PM at the Santiago Canyon/Modjeska Canyon intersection. ADDITIONAL NOTES: 1) Select hikes/events at your ability level or below. 2) Bring extra water to hydrate before and during the hike. 3) Daylight hiking on the Harding Truck Trail offers limited shade, so bring hat and sun screen. 4) Bring charged cell phone, personal first aid kit, whistle and flash light. 5) Wear trail shoes with traction given the steep and rocky nature of the trail. 6) Although not available at the trail head, rest rooms are located at the park adjacent to the Modjeska Fire Station. 7) Select another hiker as a buddy and do not leave a fellow hiker alone on the trail. 8) Report any trail safety concerns to the event host. DISCLAIMER: Group organizer and assistant organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.

Join your Meetup hiking friends for a relaxed Friday evening walk around the beautiful Dana Point pleasure craft harbor. Following the hike, we will be enjoying a potluck picnic in a lovely waterfront setting having both ocean and harbor views. And following the picnic, we can move to Costello's, Big Shots, and/or StillWater for optional dancing! SUMMARY: Walk rating - beginner Distance - three miles round trip Elevation gain/loss - mostly flat Walking time - approximately 90 minutes Picnic time - approximately 60 minutes ABOUT THE WALK: This is a slow paced, BEGINNER, 3 mile round trip hike on sidewalks that over look the scenic Dana Point Harbor and Pacific Ocean. The hike will begin at the Dana Point Harbor pier, next to the landmark Pilgrim tall ship and the Ocean Institute. We will proceed south along the marina to the bridge over the harbor turning right on Dana Drive north to the Yacht Club. We will then head south on the ocean side of Dana Drive to its terminus having a spectacular view of the harbor's ocean access. Again, reversing directions, we take the marina front side walk back over the bridge to the park area that is our point of beginning. This route is very popular with local residents and their four legged friends. We are taking this walk at a time of day that enjoys a brisk ocean breeze and setting sun. ABOUT THE PICNIC: Our picnic will be located next to our Meetup parking in a park setting with multiple picnic tables above Baby Beach. Overlooking the harbor turning basin, this is one of the premier places for a picnic in OC! BYOB (beverage) and potluck delectables to share. While our picnic area may be alcohol restricted. we will exercise adult discretion and our Fifth Amendment rights! As the sun will be setting, a jacket is advisable for the picnic. ABOUT THE DANCING: Dancing at Costello’s neighborhood bar begins at 8:30 PM. Costellos's is located just north of Crown Valley Parkway and the San Diego Freeway. Costello's address is 27567 Puerta Real, Mission Viejo, CA 92691. Dancing at Big Shots Bar and Grill begins at 9 PM. Big Shots is located on El Toro Road, one mile north of the 5 Freeway. Big Shots address is 23512 El Toro Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630. Dancing at StillWater begins at 9 PM. StillWater is locate one mile north of the DP Harbor, on Del Prado just east of Golden Lantern. StillWater's address is 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 92629 DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point, turn on to Dana Point Harbor Drive and follow it to the "end." There are multiple parking areas that serve the Pilgrim tall ship and the Ocean Institute. The Meetup location will be in front of the Dana Point Harbor pier adjacent to the Pilgrim tall ship. DISCLAIMER: Group organizer and assistant organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also spree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.