ANGELES C HAPTER

OUTINGS:

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DISCLAIMER: "The activities and outings listed herein may contain inaccuracies."

AUGUST 9 - AUGUST 17 SATURDAY - SUNDAY  
O:  NORTHERN YOSEMITE LAKES & CANYONS:  Challenging 52 mile shuttle trip, 4000’ gain backpack beginning at the Glen Aulin trailhead and ending at Twin Lakes through the incredibly beautiful Northern Yosemite backcountry.  Starting at Tuolomne Meadows, we’ll begin a long downhill stretch through Glen Aulin along the Tuolomne River down the Grand Canyon of the Tuolomne to Pate Valley. From there we’ll head north to Bear Valley for a short stay at Bear Valley Lake, one of the finest swimming lakes in the Sierras. Continuing north through Kerrick Canyon we’ll make another short stay at the beautiful and isolated Arndt Lake.  We’ll complete the journey through Rock Island Pass for our final descent to the Twin Lakes.  Magnificent streams, beautiful vistas, powerful waterfalls, tranquil lakes and unparalleled beauty are promised on this trek that will provide you with years of memories of both the grandeur of the Sierras and the challenge of the adventure. Send check for $50 (refundable at trailhead) payable to the Sierra Club Backpacking Section, 2 SASE, H & W phones and recent backpacking experience / conditioning and carpool info to LEADER:   MARK JACOBS  CO-LEADER:  TIM LUZZI

AUGUST 29-SEPTEMBER 1    FRIDAY - MONDAY
O: MAMMOTH LAKES BUS LODGE TRIP:
Not a backpack. Join us as we hike and sightsee at spectacular Mammoth Lakes.  No beginners. Leave Friday afternoon, return Monday evening. Moderate hiking with great views.  See famous tufa towers at Mono Lake (nominal entrance fee).  Relax at night with dining, dancing, self-guided evening walks. Space is very limited. Cost includes bus, 3 nights lodging in Mammoth Lakes plus MONDAY. night dinner. All persons own bed. Send 2 4X9 SASE, H&W phones, SC#, check (Sierra Club) $390 per person. Non-member add $35. Early Sign-up Discount of $10 if sign-up before March 31 to LEADER/ PRESERVATIONIST GEORGE DENNY. CO-LEADER CLIFF CAPLAN.

AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 1         FRIDAY-MONDAY
O: MAMMOTH LAKES BACKPACK BUS TRIP: Leave LA Friday eve for 3 day  moderate‑plus level backpacking. Sat hike from Agnew Meadows on River Trail 7 mi (1,500' gain) to base camp (2 magnificent nights) at Rosalie Lake (9,250") passing Shadow Lake en route. Sunday layover day for optional  hike.   Monday continue on John Muir Trail 8 mi (300' gain, 1,600' loss) to meet bus. Share bus with two other groups. $155 wSC#/$170 non‑member includes bus, camp and entrance fees, and Monday day dinner and bus refreshments. Send backpacking experience and conditioning info, 2-4X9 SASE, H, W, & C phones, E-mail, check (Sierra Club) to LEADER: BILL CRANE. ASSISTANT: JOAN WEAVER

AUGUST 29-SEPTEMBER 1    FRIDAY-MONDAY
O: THOUSAND ISLANDS LAKE LOOP BACKPACK BUS TRIP: Leave Friday pm for moderate 3-day trip to one of the most beautiful High Sierra regions. Spectacular views of Ritter, Banner and Minarets with idyllic Thousand Island and Garnet Lakes for camp sites. The backpack is 18 mi loop from Agnew Meadows with 3000' gain. Trip subject to change depending on permit. No beginners. Includes bus, all fees, and Monday day dinner. Send 2 sase, email, H & W phones, recent backpack experience and conditioning, $155 with SC#/$170 non-member (Sierra Club)  to LEADER: TOM MARSH. Co-LEADER: DON TIDWELL

ADVANCE NOTICE:

2009

JUNE 20 - 27           SATURDAY - SATURDAY

O: 34th ANNUAL HAWAIIAN ISLANDS BACKPACK & CABINS/DAY HIKES:  MOLOKA’I - THE FRIENDLY ISLE
No backpacking. This is a rare opportunity for an adventure into old, historic, uncrowded Hawai’i. There are only 7,500 residents and no stoplights! Our first trip there in 20 years. Trip includes:  3 nights in our own exclusive, private Miller Molokai villa, overlooking Papohaku Beach, the longest in Hawaii; 4 nights at Puu O Hoku (Hill of Stars), a14,000 acre organic farm in the lush east Molokai mountains (optional horseback riding – extra cost); hike two miles into private Halawa Valley to Moaula Falls, swim in pool; hike down to Kalaupapa National Historical Park, for a guided tour of this historic peninsula (6 miles RT, 1,700’ loss/gain - optional mule ride instead of hike –extra cost), where Father Damien helped the deserted lepers

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See the world’s highest sea cliffs.

More hikes: Phallic Rock in Palaau State Park; guided hiking tour of the Nature Conservancy’s Mo`omomi Preserve.Visit the quaint town of Kaunakakai, Coffees of Hawaii (drink Mocha Mama), a mango farm, Purdy Macadamia nut farm, RW Meyer Sugar Mill Museum, and fishponds. Snorkel/swim at picturesque, uncrowded Murphy’s Beach. Meals cooked group commissary style in resort kitchens - all help with duties - includes Puu O Hoku’s organic beef, fruits, and vegetables. Cost: $1,245 w/SC# / $1314 non-member before April 1; April 1-June 1 $1,305/$1,392; after June 1 $1,325/$1,478. Trip includes ground transportation, all sumptuous breakfasts & dinners (ahi and 2-3 more BBQs), tour fees, 7 nights lodging at resort cabins, restaurant Aloha dinner, cooking gear, and logistics. Airfare extra – lock in best prices early. Limit 10 - this special adventure will fill fast. For information only, send 1 SASE. To sign up, send 2-4 X 9 SASES w/$0.60 postage on each, H, W, & C phones, Email address, $375 deposit check to Sierra Club ($75 nonrefundable) to LEADER: BILL CRANE. ASSISTANT LEADER: JOAN WEAVER. TRIP ITINERARY SHEET

LEADERS, names, addresses & phone numbers

BACKPACKING COMMITTEE HOMEPAGE

UPDATED: July 13, 2008