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Austin Sierra Club (local branch of the Sierra Club) holds outings for outdoor activities: hiking, camping, biking, backpacking, kayaking, community service projects, and more. These include local one-day events to greenbelts and natural areas, weekend trips to state parks, as well as longer trips to national parks.
All participants must sign our Sign-In Sheet with Participation Agreement before joining one of our outings. You are strongly urged to add your cell phone and emergency contact numbers on the sheet, for your safety. More information is needed for overnight trips.
Many of our events are rated Easy and everyone is invited to participate, but others have fitness and experience requirements. Smoking and vaping is not allowed on our events. Check with the Leader to see if pets are allowed.
Although it's not necessary to participate in our events, we encourage you to join the Sierra Club (in addition to the Meetup group), and support our efforts to protect the environment.
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Service Project - Caprock Canyons SP (with Cross Bar BLM land visit)
Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyon Park Road, Quitaque, TX, US***RSVP ON MEETUP ALONE DOES NOT RESERVE A SPOT ON THE TRIP***
About the Park
If you're looking for a stunning outdoor adventure, Caprock Canyons State Park in the Texas Panhandle is an absolute gem! This sprawling 15,000-acre park showcases gorgeous, rugged canyons shaped over time by wind and water, creating some truly breathtaking scenery.
One of the coolest features? It's home to the official Texas State Bison Herd – you will spot these majestic animals roaming the landscape! With over 90 miles of trails, there's plenty to explore whether you're into hiking, biking, or horseback riding.
The park also features prairie dog towns, camping options ranging from primitive sites to convenient drive-up spots, and spectacular viewpoints like Holmes Creek Canyon. Don't miss the Folsom Historic Site, a beautiful natural bridge, and the intriguing Fern Cave – they all add to your visit!About the Work
The park rangers would like us to do trailway bridge work along with brushing trails.About Transportation
Participants are responsible for their own transportation. Carpooling is encouraged; please contact other attendees on this trip to arrange your carpool.About Lodging
We will be tent camping within the state park, at the South Prong area (no electrical or water). Participants are responsible for bringing their own camping equipment.About Meals
Participants bring their own breakfasts and lunches. For evening meals, you and your cooking group (TBA) will feed the entire group one evening - this includes bringing and preparing the food, as well as dish patrol (washing pots/pans/etc.)About Our Day Off
Sunday April 19 is our day to enjoy the park- participants can decide what they want to do during this day. There are usually hikes or other outings organized within the group.But wait - there’s more!
On Saturday April 18, (after Palo Duro SP, and before Caprock Canyons SP) we get to check out a huge area nearby that is not open to the public, and won’t be for at least three years!
The Cross Bar Special Recreation Management Area is big - 11,883 acres. It is the only BLM land in Texas.
We have received special permission to have them guide us across private property to get to the preserve. They are meeting us at the gate at 10:30am on Saturday April 18. It is about an hour drive from Palo Duro. The gate’s address is 9610 Brickplant Road, Amarillo, TX.
After exploring the Cross Bar, many of us will proceed to Caprock Canyons State Park (2 hour drive) for another week long service project.
TO SIGN UP FOR CAPROCK CANYONS SP SERVICE PROJECT:
- RSVP on Meetup. The Meetup may show as full, but if you want to come, please sign up. There is usually plenty of turnover.
- Wait for approval from Trip Leaders, who might reach out for more details. Hiking and camping in rugged wilderness areas takes extraordinary preparation, so we strive to make sure this trip is right for you.
- Contact information: Send your name, cell number, and email address to stanpeyton@gmail.com
- Complete the Medical Form https://tinyurl.com/SCMedicalForm2021. Scan and email the form also to stanpeyton@gmail.com (preferred) or to Stan Peyton’s mailing address below.
- Read the Participation Agreement and fill out Page 1 https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020
- Mail the forms to:
Stan Peyton
8408 Hanbridge Lane
Austin, TX 78736VERY IMPORTANT - IF WE HAVE NOT RECEIVED THE ABOVE PAPERWORK WITHIN TEN DAYS OF YOUR SIGNING UP, YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE TRIP.
Don’t sign up unless you are serious about attending.YOU WILL NEED TO BRING:
-Food and drink for all your breakfasts, snacks, and lunches.
-6 gallons of potable water (park water is high in nitrates and unpotable)
-Mess kit (plate/bowl, utensils, napkin)
-Your cooking groups’ dinner ingredients & containers for leftovers
-Tent and tent supplies (footprint, tent, fly, mallet, stakes)
-Implements of sleeping (sleeping bag, pillow, earplugs)
-Work gloves, eye protection, kneeling pad, trail tools, geologist hammer
-Day pack to carry to work sites
-Flashlight/headlamp
-camp chair
-Clothes for the weather, including long shirt, long pants, & boots for trail work, and rain gear
-Personal prescriptions
-Water bottle
-Personal First Aid kit (include tweezers)
-Sunscreen, bug sprayASCO group cooking equipment (large pots/pans, etc.) will be brought by Trip Leaders.
12 participants
Wildflower camp out and Hike at Inks Lake
Inks Lake State Park, 3630 Park Rd 4 W, Burnet, TX, USRSVP on Meetup alone does not reserve a spot on the trip!
Inks Lake State Park https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/inks-lake
is the gem of the Texas Hill Country. This park gets some of the best and widest variety of flowers, which show off beautifully against the red granite landscape.Park map: https://tpwd.texas.gov/publications/pwdpubs/media/park_maps/pwd_mp_p4507_015k.pdf
On Monday we will hike a 5 mile loop trail at a moderately brisk pace on rugged terrain. The rest of the time will be free to explore on your own. Swimming is popular (NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY), as is fishing. The park rents kayaks, canoes, and paddle boats, or bring your own. Skies are excellent for stargazing. No dogs.
Everyone must supply their own transportation, camping gear & food. There will be a few shared stoves. We will try our best to not use disposable plates, bowls etc. or single use plastic beverage containers in an effort to curb global warming. Carpooling is encouraged, but not organized by the Sierra Club. We have 2 large lakeside campsites reserved with restrooms with showers nearby.
Everyone is responsible for their own $7 park entry fee. Camping fee for 2 nights is $20 (nonrefundable) - see below. Income which exceeds expenses will be donated to the Sierra Club to support our conservation work. There is also a parking fee for all the cars that exceed 2 per campsite limit, so carpooling is economical as well as ecological.
RSVP ON MEETUP ALONE DOES NOT RESERVE YOUR SPOT
You must pay online via Paypal at https://www.sierraclub.org/texas/austin/donate .
RSVP's without prompt payment will be removed.Participants must sign a Liability Waiver upon arrival. You may view the waiver document: https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020
9 participants
Earth Day Lady Bird Lake dinner walk
The Rock at Town Lake Trail, 2100 Veteran's Drive, Austin, TX, USJoin us for a 4.5-mile easy-paced walk on the hard-packed dirt trail around Lady Bird Lake. We'll stop for a relaxed, healthy dinner at the 3-mile mark at Casa de Luz , known for its welcoming atmosphere and whole plant nutrition. Bring cash / card (approx $15). Those not wanting to stop will need to complete the remaining 1.5 miles on their own. No pets please.
"The Rock" starting point is the nickname for the trailhead area of Lady Bird Lake where Veterans Dr passes under Mopac. It is at the north end of the Roberta Crenshaw bridge. You may navigate to "2104 Stephen F Austin Dr · Austin, TX". There may be free parking in a dirt lot under the Mopac overpass; otherwise there is paid parking along Veterans Dr - download the Park ATX app to pay (approx $4). If coming from south Austin, it is more convenient to park at the south end of the Roberta Crenshaw bridge, which is currently free - check signs. Also consider taking CapMetro.
Participants must sign a Liability Waiver at the trailhead. You may view the waiver document: https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020 .
If not already a member, we encourage you to join the Sierra Club (the national club, not just the Meetup group) and help protect the environment and our democracy.
WEATHER NOTE: The hike may be cancelled due to rain or anticipated bad weather. A decision would be made on this page 1 hour before start time.
5 participants
Canyon Creek Hike
Trailhead Park, 10984 Boulder Ln, Austin, TX, USLet's do a 3.5 mile hike in NW Austin at a brisk pace on rugged terrain. We may find one of the largest Oak trees in NW Travis County. This trail is rocky and has several hill climbs equivalent to 10 flights of stairs each. No pets please.
Meet at the pavillion at the Canyon Creek Trailhead Park off Hwy 620 and Boulder Ln at 10984 Boulder Lane as described below:
Bring water and hiking boots. Hats are recommended.
Afterwards, we can get a bite to eat at a nearby cafe such as torchys tacos.The Sierra Club is not allowed to organize carpools but we highly recommend doing so. Many folks will rendez-vous at the Y in Oak Hill, Central Market on North Lamar, and REI Gateway. If you wish to drive or ride in a carpool, please leave a comment on the meetup page.
Participants must sign a Liability Waiver at the trailhead. You may view the waiver document: https://tinyurl.com/SCSignUpSheet2020 .
9 participants
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