What we’re about
Hi there....glad you are here. I Maxx is an enthusiast hiker. I became the leader of this group to get moving with more people and make new friends. This is a casual group to get out and make some connections while working out.
Since starting, several amazing new leaders have joined who offer diversity of outdoors experiences across the bay area and beyond. We hope you are able to join us on one of our hikes and activities.
Group objectives:
1. get some exercise in the outdoors with hiking, biking, walking, food tours, kayaking, skiing, etc (open to ideas from others)
2. exchange ideas, get different perspectives, meet new people and make new friends
Hikes (what we do mostly)
- Hikes are usually on weekend- either Saturday or Sunday- with some weekday hikes. We usually start between 8AM-10AM depending on how far the hikes are.
- This is a CASUAL/ SOCIAL hiking group. The hosts may accommodates to conditions and skill levels of participants to maintain reasonable pace with stops. Different hosts will offer different levels of experience- so sign up for the one right for you. Some hosts will register an average pace of about 2-2.5mph while others maintain a pace of 3mph or above. Different hosts also lead different difficulty levels- so please ensure you sign up with the right host to get your best most comfortable experience.
- We do most hikes in the woods, and the great outdoors. They are usually not city hikes but sometimes we also do those. As such, hikers are expected to have appropriate hiking gear such as hiking shoes, hiking poles, head cover, layers, water, snack
- Hikers are expected to review each hike and make personal assessment whether they are able to do the hike. We will reasonably accommodate slower hikers. But PLEASE know thyself to be mindful of others.
- Please do not bring guests (unless otherwise allowed on the specific hike) as we need to manage group size due to trail conditions and safety rules
- All hikers need to be over 18 years old
- If there is a waitlist, members who have usually signed up for and shown up to past events will be prioritized over members who have either frequently signed up and not shown up (no show) for previous events AND/OR the event is their first hike AND/OR signed up and canceled frequently.
- Many hikes may be followed by group lunch/ drinks to get to know each other....please bring shareable food and drinks
LEGAL DISCLAIMER- BY PARTICIPATING IN ANY ACTVITY (EITHER AS MEMBER OF AS GUEST) YOU ASSUME ALL RISK & DISCHARGE ALL ORANIZERS OF ANY & ALL LIABILITIES RESULTING FROM YOURE VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION
The organizer and co-hosts are ONLY responsible for organizing the hike. We are not professional guides or medics. This is a hobby. When you sign up for this group you are responsible for your own personal safety. By signing up for any event organized by us, you acknowledge that you are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the organized activity and assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the organizers of the event from any liability. Leaders reserve the right of admission of members to any event and may uninvite members if they feel necessary
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Sunday ~ 7mile hike through Los Trancos Preserve and LUNCH @ ALICE'sMonte Bello Open Space Preserve parking lot, Los Altos, CA
9AM START. BE ON TIME.
Organizer: MaxxDOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED.
PARKING
Meet at the Monte Bello Preserve Parking Lot (across from the trail head- there's a restroom in the lot) 37.32583217272125, -122.17878904424678. Plenty of parking there.DETAILS
~7mile loop trail near Portola Valley, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes about 3hr to complete. This is a super trail in Los Trancos Open Space Preserve. The trail offers stunning views of rolling hills and takes you through beautiful scenery featuring mature oak and bay trees, chaparral, and meadows. Along the trail, look for wildlife such as squirrels, deer, and badgers. The path is mainly shaded and provides a gradual elevation gain throughout.WHAT TO EXPECT
Total ~850ft of elevation gain. We will lopp and criss-cross a few trails with gradual uphill and downhill. The hike is part shaded and part exposed. It is expected to be a sunny day in mid to upper 50s, may be cooler in AM. So be prepared, wear layers and bring water!lDetails of the trail are available here NOTE: This is NOT the ALLTRAILS strating point
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/los-trancos-preserve-loopIMPORTANT
Please read reviews to ensure you are physically fit to do the trailHOW TO GET THERE
Use GPS to find coordinates (37.32583217272125, -122.17878904424678) of meeting point below. We will assemble and start Monte Bello Preserve Parking Lot (across from the trail head- there's a restroom in the lot)BY PARTICIPATING IN THIS ACTVITY (EITHER AS MEMBER OR AS GUEST) YOU ASSUME ALL RISK & DISCHARGE ORANIZERS OF ANY & ALL LIABILITY
Please read up on rules on our main club page, be on time at meeting point, meet at the meeting point shown below, wear hiking shoes and bring walking sticks (as needed). By attending/ responding to this event you agree to all the disclaimers on our main club page and discharge organizers of all liability. Note that this is a CASUAL/ SOCIAL hiking group (not for either competitive hikers or weekend strollers)- as such the group accommodates to conditions and skill levels of participants to maintain reasonable pace (~2 - 2.5 miles/ hr) with stops.NOW TRADITIONAL AFTER HIKE SOCIAL HOUR
After the hike we will meet at the famous Alice's restaurant for lunch, drinks and laughs. https://alicesrestaurant.com/ Alice's is located at the intersection of La Honda Rd and Skyline Blvd Click the link for directionsNot open - 10mile hike at Butano State Park & PICNICButano State Park, Pescadero, CA
9:00AM START. BE ON TIME. BRING $10 PARKING FEE TO SUPPORT FOREST RESTORATION.
Organizer: Maxx
PARKING
Park at DAY USE PARKING LOT PAST THE VISITOR CENTER LOT- (GPS location)- also starting point. We will assemble and start at the parking lot. Follow the GPS pin under location.DETAILS
~10-mile loop trail near Pescadero, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 30 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.WHAT TO EXPECT
The first ~2.5 miles we will ascend ~800ft. Next ~2.5miles we will ascend another ~200ft. We will then descend the rest of the way back down to cars last 5 miles. Total ~10miles with ~1,700ft of elevation gain. Trail is about 3/5 shaded. May be some mosquitos in some parts- so bring bug repellent if they would bother you. It will be nice and sunny in the low 60s high with cooler temps at start- so pls bring your layers, hats, sunscreen, water.Details of the trail are available here
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/california/six-bridges-trail-to-canyon-trail-loopIMPORTANT
Please read reviews to ensure you are physically fit to do the trailHOW TO GET THERE
Use GPS to find coordinates (37.20327844777939, -122.33741949488115) of meeting point below at DAY USE PARKING LOT PAST THE VISITOR CENTER LOTLEGAL DISCLAIMER- BY PARTICIPATING IN ANY ACTVITY (EITHER AS MEMBER OF AS GUEST) YOU ASSUME ALL RISK & DISCHARGE ALL ORANIZERS OF ANY & ALL LIABILITIES RESULTING FROM YOURE VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION
The organizer and co-hosts are ONLY responsible for organizing the hike. We are not professional guides or medics. This is a hobby. When you sign up for this group you are responsible for your own personal safety. By signing up for any event organized by us, you acknowledge that you are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the organized activity and assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the organizers of the event from any liability. Leaders reserve the right of admission of members to any event and may uninvite members if they feel necessary Note that I lead CASUAL/ SOCIAL hikes group (not for either competitive hikers or weekend strollers)- as such the group accommodates to conditions and skill levels of participants to maintain reasonable pace (~2 - 2.5 miles/ hr) with stops.NOW TRADITIONAL AFTER HIKE SOCIAL HOUR
Bring you shareable snacks, food or favorite poison.....for sharing more great stories and laughter!
