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HikingOC (Meet to Hike in Orange County & Travel the World)

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By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings

Click RATING TABLE to learn more about difficulty levels. Click HikingOC Policy to read more FYI. https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/messages/boards/thread/53724845

Take a quick look at our Events Calendar to see what events are on the horizon

• Join us whether you are new or experienced in Hiking. There are different levels, but we all share one common: using our legs to move up down hills. Most of the time on dirt trails, but there are different terrains: rocky or gravels or in water, river or mud; different settings: mountain, forest, wilderness or desert.
• Contact us if you are interested to join the Organizer Team and organize Hikes local OC or out of town Hikes to those who share the same interest. Our wide open calendar will fill with events during the weekdays, but mostly the weekends. Our events or trips are generated by volunteer effort and time of volunteer organizers.
[All Our Organizers Volunteer their Time and Effort for Free Cost to Most Events]
• Once or twice per month, there will be events or trips that require payments. These are costs to cover your expenses and fund raising to "HikingOC Fund".
• "HikingOC Fund" will generate profit after the costs from events monthly. It will maintain the group website, support all HikingOC volunteered organizers who contribute to build this hiking group, an outdoor active community and to donate to the good causes or charities.
• If you like to do a great cause in honor our group name, please support helping those affected by disasters or the National Park Services (we hike on many lands of the National Parks.) We are sure your support is highly appreciated and rescues the unfortunates! There are many Non-Profit Organizations, please contact direct AMERICAN RED CROSS ORANGE COUNTY CHAPTER for more info

***Read more past hikes on A Journey with HikingOC -- ANP Tourism-Lifetime Memory
for more Travel Trips in the US and Many Regions in the World***

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Upcoming events (4+)

Mon, 28 Apr 2025, 6:00 pm PDT2025-April: Netherlands: Tulips; Belgium; France: St Michel/Loire Valley/Level 2
Needs location
Spring time in the Netherlands, France, Belgium, etc.

Schedule dates: April 28-May 12, 2025

RSVP is NOT SECURED a space. Please contact the host via message, email or in person to discuss more about the trip*!*

ESTIMATE COST, DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION OF SERVICES:
> > > Plan lodging and land transportation your own, just join us hiking: $50/day or $500 the whole trip coordinating fee (non-refundable deposit). Contact the host directly to get info***
> > > Estimate cost: including lodging, transportation, coordinating fee, but not including airfares, tours, food and other expenses (may adjust from 5-10%+- after the trip after having the final cost on expenses)
>>>Estimated cost land portion: TBU per person for double occupancy.
(single occupancy or lower if triple occupancy)

The following EXCLUDING expenses:

Airfare (International Flights) ~$450 - $950 (not final until booking)

Meals, some parks entrance fees and services tips.

Optional activities that are not included
Allow $500+ (your budget) for meals, optional activities and Personal expenses/gifts

>>>DEPOSIT: TBU by Mar 15, 2025. After due date will be 10% or more depends on spaces available.
>>>CANCELATION:
**If you need to cancel, the deposit amount is non-refundable
**3 weeks before the trip, 100% of the total trip amount is subject to forfeiture.

Tentative Daily Schedule: To be Updated. These are what we will include:

April 28 to May 12 RT LAX-CDG Paris

3 days Amsterdam/Tulips

3 days Belgium

2 days Paris area and vicinity

5 days: Mont St Michel and Loire valley

REMINDER :

By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings
>>>YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
>>>YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
***Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks and snake bites. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike***
4 attendees
Thu, 8 May 2025, 5:30 pm PDTWhiting Ranch Hike (Level 3/Moderate-Fast Pace)
Whiting Ranch, Portola Entrance in front of Wahoos, Foothill Ranch, CA
THIS GREAT HIKE THAT FITS REGULAR HIKERS WHO LIKE TO HAVE A WORKOUT IN ONE OF THE MOST SCENIC TRAILS IN OC OR ARE TRAINING FOR MOUNTAIN HIKES!

=====We will meet at the trailhead in the parking lot near Starbucks and Wahoo's. The trailhead is closer to Wahoo's.====

MEETING TIME: 5:30 PM (finish the hike in about 2 hours)

GENERAL RATING/DIFFICULTY: Level 3: Strenuous/Fast Pace for distance, elevation and pace. Click to see RATING TABLE (https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating) for more info about hiking levels

DISTANCE/ELEVATION/DURATION: Level 3/3+: Estimate: 6+/- miles, 1500+- ft gain and ~ 2 hours (fast pace)

Please note: Hikers will join the organizer for a workout; there is no leader or sweeper on this hike

ESSENTIALS: Wear traction hiking shoes, bring water, headlamp, snacks, sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat.

ROUTE: Starting on a flat trail for about 1.5 miles, our workout will begin going up Dreaded Hill, to four Corners, Mustard, Billy Goat, back to four Corners, Whiting Rd, back to Serrano Cow, that will take us back to trail head and parking.

ABOUT WHITING RANCH:

Limestone Canyon & Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park encompasses approximately 4,300 acres of riparian and oak woodland canyons, rolling grassland hills and steep slopes of coastal sage scrub and chaparral. The park is highlighted by scenic rock formations, including the beautiful Red Rock Canyon. There are three intermittent streams: Borrego, Serrano and Aliso Creek meandering through the park, each hosting an abundance of wildlife. Remnants of the former cattle ranching days can be seen throughout the park.

Though 90% of the park burned in the Santiago Fire of 2007, the land is in the recovery process. Please respect that process by staying on marked trails and following park rules

More info:

Orange County Parks (http://www.ocparks.com/whitingranch/)

Whiting Ranch Wilderness (http://www.whitingranch.com/)

DIRECTION: from Fwy 405 or 5 going South, exit Bake Pkwy, turn left on Bake Pkwy and going for about 5 miles. Turn right at Portola and turn right at the light of Glenn Ranch (park somewhere in Starbucks coffee parking). If you going North on 5, I think you should get off on Lake Forest and head toward Foothill Ranch, direction is similar to above

REMINDER

By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings

Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, snake bites, coyotes, mountain lions or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike***

> YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.

> YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
14 attendees+9
Fri, 9 May 2025, 7:30 am PDTLaurel Canyon and Lizard Trail Loop - Crystal Cove (Level 2-, 2+)
Ridge Park Crystal Cove, Newport Beach, CA
There are two options for this hike
1. Long loop going to Willow Canyon Staging area (Level 2+)
2. Short loop bypassing Willow Canyon Staging area (Level 2-)

For long loop - Start from the Crystal Cove Park entrance, go down Bommer Ridge trail, Bommer Spur Trail, Willow Canyon trail and arrive at the Willow Canyon Staging Area off the 133 Hwy. We will take a restroom and snack break here. Then we will take Laurel Canyon Trail, Lizard Trail, back to Bommer Ridge Trail then to the Crystal Cove Park entrance.

Distance: About 8.5 miles (level 2+)
Elevation: About 1250 ft

For short loop, start from the Crystal Cove Park entrance, go down Bommer Ridge trail, Bommer Spur Trail, Laurel Spur Road, Lizard Trail, back to Boomer Ridge Trails to the Crystal Cove Park entrance.

Distance: 5 miles (level 2-)
Elevation: About 650 ft

General Rating: Level 2-, 2+ Download RATING TABLE (https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating) to read more about difficulty levels.)

PLEASE BRING:
At least 2 liters of water, a hat, sunscreen. There is not too much shade in the trails.

FACILITIES: Rest rooms in Coastal Peak Park and Willow Canyon Staging Area

After the hike, you are welcomed to join us for brunch at the Mustard Cafe, 21137 Newport Coast Dr, Newport Coast

REMINDER:
By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings

> YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
> YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
> Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, snake bites, coyotes, mountain lions or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike***
19 attendees+14
Fri, 9 May 2025, 6:00 pm PDTOso Creek/ Level 1
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center, Mission Viejo, CA
Night Hike Oso Creek... A perfect way to celebrate TGIF with friends! Hike, eat and possible acoustic music. Please bring your instrument and join us.

DEPARTURE TIME: We depart at 6 PM. Please arrive ten minutes early to provide time for an orientation and introductions.

DIFFICULTY/GENERAL RATING: Level 1. You can check the RATING TABLE for more info about the hiking levels https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating
ABILITY LEVEL: Beginner. We hike at a slow pace enjoying the scenery as we go. The trail itself is not technical.

ABOUT THIS HIKE: The hike starts at the Norman P. Murray Senior Center in Mission Viejo. The trail is mostly paved. We'll hike for 3 miles and return to the Norman P. Murray Senior Center for a potluck dinner. BYOB (beverage - NO ALCOHOL) and appetizers to share. http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/3/8/c/event_119437772.jpeg http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/9/0/4/event_119439172.jpeg

DIRECTIONS: From Interstate 5, take the La Paz Road exit in Mission Viejo. Head East on La Paz Road, pass Margarite, and turn left Veterans Pkwy. Follow to the end and park.

REMINDER: By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings
***Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, mountain lions, coyote, snake bites or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike ***
> YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
> YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
5 attendees

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