Canyoneering Los Angeles

Rustic Canyon the Land of a Thousand Trails

We meet at 8:20 and will leave no later than 8:30 This hike is part out-and-back and part loop. We will be taking the stairs as part of the return trip. It's a lot of steps. 509 if you are counting. This is a dog-friendly hike. Capri Drive is reached from Sunset Blvd. You go up a couple of blocks, circle all the way around the roundabout, and then go a few more blocks. DISTANCE (ROUND-TRIP) - About 5 miles WHAT TO BRING: Water Hiking shoes Good mood WHERE: We will meet in the street on the corner of Capri Drive and Casale Road. The address listed below is the number of the house at that corner. PARKING: This is a neighborhood so it will be street parking. You will likely have to park a couple of blocks away. READ THE SIGNS. There are parking restrictions on some of the streets. WAIVER OF LIABILITY: Please read this important disclaimer: The organizer, co-organizers are volunteers and are not professional guides and take no responsibility for any injuries nor accidents that may occur during events. Each person who signs up for a hike is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests and further agree to release and discharge Hike Group, its organizer, co-organizer from and against any and all liabilities arising from your and your guest's participation in the group activities. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation.

Ktown climbing @ LA Boulders

Join us in an indoor rock climbing experience at LA boulders. We will be here from 7pm to closing. Day pass fee's include $35 and $5 for rental shoes & chalk. Please reach out to us on instagram @ktownclimbingclub to get a discount on the day pass for $30. Small parking lot and street parking available. ALL LEVELS WELCOME

Mandeville Canyon Trail

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Mount Wilson via Little Santa Anita Canyon [Hard]

OVERNIGHT BACKPACK: Bear Canyon Campground

***To participate in this event, please join the waitlist.*** From the Switzer Falls picnic area (we’ll meet at the picnic table closest to the foot bridge) we’ll trek through this beautiful trail which follows a stream for most of the way. This trail also includes a few stream crossings before reaching Bear Canyon campground, just 3.4 miles in. After descending down into the canyon we’ll follow the stream all the way to the campground. This is a very cool, shady, and spacious campground with lots of open areas for tents.
Trekking poles are strongly recommended for the multiple stream crossings. You can hop rocks to stay dry, or wear water shoes and slosh through the shallow crossings. Bring at least 2 liters of water, but
once at the campground there is plenty of water that you can purify from the adjacent stream. **DISCLAIMER**:
As an organizer I assume absolutely no responsibility for you, your safety, or your belongings. I am simply a "hiking/biking/camping companion”, nothing more.
If you choose to participate you assume all responsibility for yourself and agree not to hold me or the meetup group liable in any way. Make sure you do not participate in an event where you do not feel capable of doing without putting yourself or your health at risk. If in any doubt, please research the event further and/or contact the organizer.

EARLY Fryman Canyon, Studio City - Rainforest & the Nancy Hoover Pohl Overlook

**I've reset this Saturday morning short hike of 4 miles into a 9 mile hike through the Rainforest up to the Nancy Hoover Pohl Overlook on Mulholland Drive. There will be opportunities to leave the hike early. The reason I'm doing this is because the temperatures during the California winter and spring make it ideal for longer hikes and the recent rains we've had have transformed the park into a California paradise. I'll go back to a shorter hike in the late spring. This is a HIKE, be prepared.** **I believe Wilacre Park and Fryman Canyon will be open again after this recent rain so we'll be back at it again. Let's keep our fingers crossed, hoping that we get more rain.** It's time to get outdoors and enjoy a 2 hour hike in Studio City! It doesn't appear that social distancing and masks are required any longer. So, go with whatever makes you most comfortable. I've limited the hike to 100 people and hope it is not in violation of any Covid-19 restrictions. Just kidding. Please keep your RSVP up to date. But if you can't make it, don't worry, I'm not taking attendance. But if you are on the list and are running just a little late (no more 5 minutes, we'll wait for you, if I get the message.) 3453 Fryman Road (corner of Laurel Canyon and Fryman) MEET AT THE KIOSK IN FRONT. It is right at the beginning of the trailhead. There is a free parking lot and parking along Laurel Canyon. People are coming and going so drive carefully and give yourself plenty of time to find a place. Post a message if you are running late. The parking lot has been filling up in the morning. Try arriving 15 minutes early. The first part of the hike is an uphill climb and considered "intermediate". The rest is a gentle uphill slope. There are wide paths and plenty of room for leashed dogs. The TreePeople have opened their bathrooms and there are drinking fountains for humans and dogs. Bring water, sun protection and hiking shoes, or running shoes. The dirt road and trail can be dusty and slipper. Keep that in mind. "Yes" you can trip and or slip. More info about the park: https://mrca.ca.gov/parks/park-listing/wilacre-park/ At this point, don't worry if you sign up and can't make it. We'll leave trailhead, kiosk at 7:00. Our long range goal is to see as many members getting together on a Saturday morning for a little exercise and of, course camaraderie. We visit TreePeople Park. It is a fascinating spot and while we are there we just do a little exploring. There is a short walk in a secluded section of TreePeople Park which is just beautiful and relaxing. New in town? New to the Santa Monica Mountains? New to hiking? This is a good place to begin to immerse yourself into Los Angeles.

Camp/Explore/Photo: TRONA PINNACLES

**To participate in this event please join the waitlist.** **>>>>TEMPS OVER 90 CANCELS<<<<** **Monday, May 26, is Memorial Day.** **..** **This is two nights of** **free, dispersed car camping at Trona Pinnacles.** **The pinnacles are a highly unique geological feature in the California Desert Conservation Area. These tufa spires rise up to 140 feet from the dry lakebed. The landscape is so out of the world, the original Planet of the Apes was filmed here.** **Dispersed camping is allowed anywhere in this area.** **Hike and explore the pinnacles.** **Or, do absolutely nothing and just chillax at camp and enjoy the lunar-like landscape.** **THIS IS PRIMITIVE CAMPING** **The area is very exposed with no shade so bring shade material, tarp, or canopy.** **Make sure you bring plenty of water with you.** **Also, please bring some firewood if you have room in your vehicle.** **..** **>>>>WHERE DO WE MEET?<<<<** **We’ll meet at the dirt road entrance located at the intersection of Trona Rd (178) and Pinnacle Rd at 11am. See photos posted below for details.** **USE GOOGLE MAPS FOR EXACT LOCATION** **If you are arriving late radio us with your walkie talkie from the restroom parking area at Trona Pinnacles so someone can direct you to our campsite.** **We’ll be on channel 15, monitoring.** **Make sure your privacy codes are OFF.** **If you don’t own a set of walkie talkies I highly recommend you purchase a very inexpensive pair on Amazon.**

Brunch at Max & Helen’s & Hike at Runyon Canyon

Yosemite! MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND!!! w/ Valley Floor Activities! 4 days/3 nights..

We have done Yosemite before on the group. And each and every time it fills up early with lotos of people with big sadness they can not go. Plain and simple . . . our events have limited size. So when it fill . . . it fills. Yosemite is that amazing and iconic place that everyone loves to go. ***There are Saturday/Sunday planned Easy, Medium and Hard Options.*** We will divide by interest for different hikes. **The "Easy" route:** * Yosemite Falls (the easy walk) * Tunnel View * Glacier Point * Bridal Veil Falls * Mirror Lake * The Meadows * The River * Ahwahnee Hotel **Planned Medium Hike:** * Vernal/Nevada Mist Trail **Planned Difficult Hikes** * Yosemite Falls * 4 Mile Trail * Pohono Trail **To attend this event:** * **RSVP** on this event * **[CLICK HERE for the payment link.](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/2MT6V38JJTEVJ)**[ ](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/2MT6V38JJTEVJ) * **[Click Here and fill out our Attendees google form](https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5)** (this is also what the carpool info gets built from) **Notes:** * **[You MUST take care of payment to be confirmed to go.](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/2MT6V38JJTEVJ)** * After payment you will get a confirmation email from Paypal * You do NOT need a paypal account. Click the process as guest, or use any credit or debit card. * If you have a X2 or a Plus One . . . just do the link a 2nd or 3rd time. * You may see LOTS of people RSVP on the event. Many do RSVP and not take care of payment. * Event is limited in size. When filled the payment link will be disabled. * If you not ready to commit yet . . . * **[Click Here and fill out our google "interest" form](https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5)** (there is a box for "interested and keep me in the loop") **Includes:** * Site (on private land) for a three day weekend * All Firewood & propane heaters provided. * Flush restrooms (that are clean) * (free)(hot) Showers available * Restaurants and Grocery adjacent * Pool and Jacuzzi available. * Super Civilized Camping. * Perfect for the beginner and first timers. * Many come solo. * Come alone and leave with friends. Come with friends & leave with more friends. **Tell me about food and everything else . . .** The logistics of providing food for every possible diet, as well as food prep issues is just not feasible or safe. AND Due to varied dietary needs and food contact issues, it's better if bring what you like and prep it. **What gear do I need?** The only specialized gear you need is Tent, Sleeping bag, Sleeping Pad (yoga mat). Everything else is household items you already have. **Special note:** this is Tent camping. No RV. No Trailers. No giant campervans. **Can I park my car next to my tent?** Sniffing tires, oil, exhaust and fuel? Yuck!!! You cars will be close. But not on top of us. Cars on one side. Humans on the other. If we overflow our parking area . . . there is an overflow parking area. **Carpools?** * Carpool info goes out ONLY to paid attendees. *(it really sucks to set up a carpool with a person who is not actually going)* * Carpool info ONLY goes out to those who fill out the [ATTENDEES/CARPOOL FORM ](https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5) *(this way it is reliable info)* * Carpool info goes out all at once *(not as you sign on)* * Carpool info goes out 1 week before the event. Too early and most carpools fall apart. *It really sucks when your ride canceled at asked for a refund a month ago but did not tell you. Carpools info sent when it is stable of who is attending.* * Carpool in week before makes sense because that's when people can really determine schedule and departure time and availability. **Refunds?** If requested 2 weeks before event start: 100% refund. If requested less than 2 weeks: 100% Full Credit be applied to ANY future event we run. ***Questions?*** [CLICK HERE to send a Direct Message](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881) OTHER INFO: * *[Carpool info](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282458970/)* * *[Newbie Camping Advice All things GEAR](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282543094/)* * *[Newbie Camping Advice All things FOOD](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282543120/)* * *[General Policies](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282460572/)* This event is cross-posted to several groups. The number RSVP'd is not accurate. **ONLY Paid attendees are actually going to be attending.** [To See MORE of those RSVP'd](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/311055925/) [CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/twofeet/join/) to join in on the other fun events planned. **Notice:** We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, age, disability, gender, gender preference, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, national identity, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, political beliefs or even for belly button lint. We welcome all, and that includes you!

Yosemite! MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND w/ Valley Floor Activities-4 days/3 nights.

SURVIVAL SKILLS INTENSIVE — An Field Overview of all the Skills you NEED

To attend and for exact location, Register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/survival-skills-intensive-2/) SURVIVAL SKILLS INTENSIVE May 23, 10 a.m. $75 ($55 for seniors and students) Here’s a chance to practice all of the basic skills that are considered the essential skills. We will do a little bit of everything, and try to keep hiking to a minimum. Knowledge of plants and their many uses is a critical skill that relates to every other skill. You will learn how to identify key plants, and how to use them for food, medicine, fire-making, cordage, and more. Fire-making is an essential survival skill, and you should always have a few ways to make fire. On this class, you will practice primitive fire-making, as well as cooking, and water purification. Along the way, you will learn about emergency shelters, how to make cordage, and more. A great day to get into the mountains with like-minded people. Location details sent upon registration. Bring a bowl, knife, and water.

4th Annual Hume Lake (Sequoia NP) Camping Trip 🏕️

Join us for a 4 day/3 night stay in one of Sequoia’s most scenic campgrounds! Beginner friendly campsites with fire pits, picnic tables and flushing toilets. 5 mins walk to Hume lake and 15 mins walk to Hume Lake general store, gas station and snack bar. Hume Lake is also equal distance away from lodgepole visitor center and kings canyon visitor center allowing the opportunity for both parks to be explored! Planned activities: Friday - General Grant Tree(0.5 Miles) - North Grove Loop(1.8 miles) - Panoramic point(0.5 miles) Saturday - Tokopah Falls(10 miles) - Crescent Meadow/ Moro Rock(1.5 miles) - Tunnel Log - Congress Trail/ Sherman Tree(2.7 miles) - Crystal Cave Sunday (Kings Canyon National Park) - Mist Fall (8 miles) - Zumwalt Meadow (1.5 miles) - Roaring River Falls (0.3 miles) - Grizzly falls (0.2 miles) - Boyden Cavern Monday - Hume Lake (2.9 miles) Required Supplies: - Tent - Sleeping bag - Air mattress/ cot - Camp chair - Drinking water PAYMENT $35 per person, 23 member limit. Sign-up will close when max amount of people is reached. Your spot is not reserved until you send payment. ZELLE: (323)742-5021 VENMO: @ErikCas104 PAYPAL: @ErikCas716 Provide Name, city and whether you plan to drive or carpool. NO REFUNDS You should also bring your own food for breakfast. Lunch is optional since we can eat on the road at visitor center. You can bring camp food to share for dinner. Also the general store at Hume Lake has essential items and groceries incase anything is forgotten. No cellular signal at Hume Lake, but the snack shop offers Wifi at a price. Bathrooms at Hume Lake are maintained daily by camp hosts and provide toilet paper. No showers but restrooms are private enough for personal Hygiene. Each campsite fits 1 car but camp hosts are usually nice enough to allow 2 cars per camp. Overflow parking is about 1 mile away from our campsite and extra car fee is $8/day. Carpools will be arranged once event fills up. Due to issues in the past, NO REFUNDS will be given. We will be respectful, leave no trace and most importantly have fun!