LET'S HIKE SKYLINE

Join me in the hike of Skyline .

Skyline is an average of 1,000 feet of gain per mile and is approximately 8.5 miles.

Skyline is an arduous climb of over 8,000 feet from the Palm Springs Art Museum. The mountain is quite rugged in places, with several outdoor hazards that hikers may be unprepared for, including high altitude, severe weather, steep rock faces, and wild animals. Hikers and climbers die or are harmed every year."

If you would like to attend, and if you have done a recent hike with at least 5000 feet of elevation gain, please sign up by joining the Waiting list. Answer the Two Questions when RSVP. If I have hiked with you before no need to answer the questions, or if I know about your hiking experience, I will add you to the Going list. This sign-up process is for your safety and the safety of the group.

Anyone that may wish to accomplish C2C should first discuss your intentions with your organizer. I reserve the right for final approval Thanks for your understanding!

You must answer the two questions at sign up to be considered for this hike.

Details
Difficulty Level: Very Strenuous

Start Time: 6:30 a.m.

Elevation Gain/Loss: over 8,000 ft gain

Maximum Elevation: 10,834 feet at the summit of Mount San Jacinto

Pace: Strong and steady for 6 to 10 hours total

Trail head: Palm Springs Art Museum parking lot

Descent: Tram down and cab ride back to cars

Carpooling: Highly recommended

Don't Forget to Bring
Money: The cost for the one-way tram ride is approximately $12.00. We will then share a cab or two back to the Museum. The cab fare usually ends up being about $5.00 per person. Bring extra money if you want to purchase food/beverages at the Tram station.

Headlamp and extra batteries: We could be hiking in the dark on the way back to the Tram.

Micro-spikes

Hiking Poles

Ten Essentials: The standard hiking/outdoor emergency gear, including first aid kit and moleskin. The classic and updated lists with a good explanation: http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/ten+essentials.html

Water and Food: At least three liters of water (we can refill at the Tram station), snacks, lunch, energy bars, gels and definitely electrolytes. Electrolytes are especially important to prevent or stop cramps.

Layered Clothing: The temperature will drop as we ascend, so bring layers, including warm hat, gloves, wind jacket and insulation (fleece or down).

Weather

Forecast for the trail head: http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Palm+Springs&state=CA&site=SGX&textField1=33.8303&textField2=-116.544&e=0

Forecast for Mountain Station (upper tram): http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=33.80441301117169&lon=-116.64107993652345

Forecast for the peak: http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=33.81766299090527&lon=-116.67926788330078&site=sgx&unit=0&lg=en&FcstType=text

Waiver of Liability
Every year there are many rescues on skyline/C2C and over past years several hikers have died. Please do not attempt this hike unless you know that you are capable of doing it and please bring the necessary essentials. Skyline.C2C is especially dangerous in warm or hot weather. Please note that you agree to pay for any medical or legal cost involved in case of an injury to yourself, and request your heirs to respect your agreed waiver in case of a death due to any reason, by signing up for this event.

This group, its organizer, assistant organizers, event organizers will not be held responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur carpooling to and from hikes, or for any injuries or accidents before, during, and after group hikes. If you sign up and come on this hike outing you are acknowledging that you freely and voluntarily assume all risks of injuries and damages and agree to participate in the hike/outing.

No "plus ones" or guests are allowed for this event. All participating must be group members who agree to the Waiver of Liability