Castle Trail > Randolph Path > Israel Ridge Path (Opt. Jefferson summit)

RIDGELINE HIKE (Advanced/Intermediate ) via Castle and Israel Ridge
Event Organizer: Liza
Elevation: 4,700'
Total elevation Gain: ~3,761'
NOTE: Read entire post before you RSVP for waitlist. If you underestimate the demands; overestimate your knowledge, experience, skills or abilities; or come unprepared, you put the group at risk. This event is considered Advanced/Intermediate because of rock scrambles and distance.

=== THE PLAN ===
DIFFICULTY: Advanced/Intermediate (Expect rock scrambles and multiple river crossings)
DISTANCE: About 9 miles
PACE: We'll move at a steady conversational pace and stop for views. This isn't a peak bagging hike. It's more to enjoy the trail itself.
HIKING TIME is relative so please plan on a full day regardless--depending on weather, energy, and interest, we could summit Mount Jefferson. Can also plan pass by The Perch campsite to check it out on the way down.

1. RSVP for the waitlist. I'll add people that respond to RSVP question(s). Be sure your response went through--ask if you have questions about how to fill out the RSVP.
2. No Guests. Please sign up for yourself. This hike is limited to 6 people.
3. What we expect: Humanity, humility, and cooperation. We hike together as a group at the pace of the slowest member. Please be positive/cooperative!
4. Medical issues/ disclosures: You agree to disclose any medical issues, allergies, medications or other issues that could complicate your ability to safely participate in this event or affect any 1st aid treatment in case of an emergency. You must convey this info to the event organizer in advance AND keep a written summary of it located within an easily accessible part of your backpack. Please include an emergency contact and phone number as well.
5. Difficult weather may cancel and/or modify the event. Since mountain weather can change rapidly, I will post updates on weather preceding the event, derived from multiple forecast sources and do final checks the night before AND morning of the hike. Please watch for updates.

=== REQUIRED GEAR ===
NOTE: If you show up without proper gear you will be turned away at the trailhead. NO COTTON CLOTHING WHATSOEVER.
REQUIRED GEAR: Bring it or stay home; test, fit it & know how to use it:
• Hiking footwear designed for alpine terrain.
• Clothing/ Misc: Full rain/wind shell, insulated puffy coat, mid-layer fleece, wicking base layer, insulated mittens and glove liners, eye protection, warm hat, water bottles or hydration bladder, sleeping/bivvy bag for emergencies, trail map, headlamp with spare lithium batteries, extra socks. More food than you think you'll need. We pack for what if, not what is.

===MEETING LOCATION ===
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ceFAWFVoyEB8LQDp6

===*RSVP QUESTIONS===
1. Name/describe comparable hikes you've done the last 2 months. 2. Can you embrace hiking as long as it takes to get up and down safely?
3. Do you agree to all 5 parts of ==THE PLAN==?

**Please answer in under 250 characters--Meetup deletes longer responses without notice. To say more, please message me.**

THE FINE PRINT
Disclaimer: As a condition of your voluntary participation, you acknowledge and agree: this activity involves inherent risks that can cause property damage, injury, illness, disability, and/or death to participants and/or others; you assume all risk associated with this activity; you are responsible for having the necessary knowledge, skills, abilities, clothing, and equipment to safely participate in this activity; you know and will follow the Hike Safe Responsibility Code (http://www.hikesafe.com/); the organizer(s) of this activity are volunteers; and you release, hold harmless, and indemnify the organizer(s) and all members of this group from any and all claims for property damage, injury, illness, disability, and/or death - including those caused by negligence and/or other reasons. (Note, you may be hiking with us but you alone are responsible for your personal safety. I am a facilitator not a guide or a trip leader).
I reserve the right to alter the itinerary before or during this event based on prevailing circumstances and conditions. Your flexibility is appreciated and required.
PLEASE COMMENT OR DM WITH QUESTIONS!