From Stinson, up Matt Davis to Pantoll, down Old Mine, Dip Sea, 7m/1730 ft loop

Hi Friends,
Please join me on Sunday for gorgeous loop hike starting out of Stinson Beach. We'll head up the Matt Davis trail to Pantoll (about 3.6 miles to the top). We can have a short bathroom, water, snack break there and then head back down on Old Mine to Cardiac Hill where we'll have more gorgeous views if weather permits. We'll continue back down to Stinson via the Dip Sea trail. The full hike is about 7 miles with a 1730 feet elevation gain.

There is a moderate amount of steep up and downhill and some tricky footing due to rocks and tree roots. So please be ready for that and wear good sturdy hiking boots/shoes and bring poles if you like to use them. Bring water, and snacks if you need them. Please bring or wear layers as it can be foggy and damp up there, or warm, especially when climbing up.

Parking:
Park anywhere at Stinson Beach. The free parking lot (37.89750681292077, -122.63990271666573) opens at 9:00 and sometimes there is a line just before that to get in. But it's a large lot and usually easy to grab a spot at that time. Please allow time to park, use the restroom and walk to our meeting spot.

Meeting Spot:
We will meet at the little Village Green Park directly across the street from Parkside Cafe. Please have "boots on" and be ready to hike by 10:00. That means arrive early so you can use the bathroom, put on your boots, figure out your layers, etc. We ride at 10!

Bathrooms and Water:
There are public bathrooms and water at Stinson Beach and also at the top at Pantoll parking lot, which we will pass through about half way. We will take a short break there for bathroom, water or snacks.

REMINDERS:
For the safety and well-being of the group, please take into consideration the distance/elevation gain-loss and your own fitness level when signing up for a hike. As the group leader, I organize hikes but please note that I take no responsibility for your safety. If signing up for a hike, please agree that you are responsible for your own well-being. Sorry, no dogs. Please note that there's a 2 "no-shows" and last minute (less than 24 hours) removal from group policy. Please be courteous to the group and be on time so we can stick to the schedule. Thank you!
For all participating members I am requesting that you please be sure to fill out the "Membership Details" for this group under your profile BEFORE your next event. It will only take one minute and it is mandatory going forward before you participate in any hikes or events. It only needs to be done once.

PLEASE NOTE -- THIS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ATTENDING THIS EVENT OR ANY HIKES: (If you are a new member, you would have already completed this.)

***MEMBERS WHO RSVP AND HAVE NOT COMPLETED THIS, WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY MOVED TO THE NOT GOING LIST. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE MEMBERSHIP DETAILS BEFORE YOU ARE ALLOWED TO JOIN, PLEASE!!!!!*** You may rejoin the hike once this is completed if there is still space. Thank you!!!

To find the form, you need to use a desktop or laptop. It does not work on the mobile app. (Or to make it even easier: remove yourself from the group and then rejoin. An automatic prompt to answer the questions will pop up, even on your mobile phone.)

1. Click on the downward arrow next to your profile photo in the top righthand corner of the Meet Up Page.
2. Click on "View Profile".
3. Look for "Marin Women's Hiking Group".
4. Click on "Membership Details".
5. Answer ALL FIVE questions under "Group Bio".

Liability Waiver
By signing up for or attending this hike, you acknowledge that outdoor activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to injury, illness, accidents, and even death. You agree that you are participating voluntarily, are responsible for your own safety and well-being, and will use your best judgment at all times. By attending, you release the hike organizer(s), co-hosts, and group members from any and all liability for injuries, damages, losses, or death that may occur during or as a result of this activity.