Nov 7-9      Fri-Sun      LTC, Harwood Lodge, WTC
C: Wilderness First Aid Course: Runs from 8 am Fri to 5:30 pm Sun. Fee includes lodging, meals and practice first aid kit. Proof of CPR within previous 4 years required to enroll. Fee $190 with SC#/$200 non-member (full refund through Oct 3). For application contact Ldr: Steve Schuster


Nov 15-16      Sat-Sun      LTC, WTC, Hundred Peaks, Desert Peaks, Sierra Peaks
I: Indian Cove Navigation: Navigation noodle at Joshua Tree National Park to satisfy the Basic (I/M) level navigation requirements. Sat for practice, skills refresher, altimeter, homework, campfire. Sun checkout. To participate, send email/sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare, to Ldr: Robert Myers. Asst: Harry Freimanis


Nov 23      Sun      LTC, Sierra Peaks, Desert Peaks, WTC
E/M: Mt. Rubidoux Rock Workshop/Checkoff: This intermediate and advanced workshop is based on the rock requirements for M and E leadership. Checkoffs for M and E rock must be pre-arranged. It is a restricted trip; to participate you must be a member of the Sierra Club and have suitable rock climbing experience. Helmet, basic climbing gear, and completed medical form required. Send or e-mail climbing resume, SC#, address and phone # to ldr: Tina Bowman. Co-ldrs: Doug Mantle, Tom Bowman.


Dec 6      Sat      LTC, WTC, Desert Peaks, Sierra Peaks
E/M: Stoney Point Rock Workshop/Checkoff: This intermediate and advanced workshop is based on the rock requirements for M and E leadership. Checkoffs for M and E rock must be pre-arranged. It is a restricted trip; to participate you must be a member of the Sierra Club and have suitable rock climbing experience. Helmet, basic climbing gear required. Email or send climbing resume, completed medical form (2 copies -- include SC# on form), address and phone # to ldr: Ron Hudson. Co-ldrs: Dan Richter, Alex Amies, Pat McKusky.


Dec 6      Sat      LTC, WTC, Hundred Peaks
O: GPS Class: Intro to Global Positioning System at Eaton Cyn Nature Center, Pasadena. Apply early, no registration at door, start 9am indoors. Focus on Garmin models includes features, selection, operation, use with maps (provided), hands-on field practice in afternoon. We have loaner GPS. Send email/sase, phones, GPS experience & model, $20 (LTC-no refund later than 5 days prior) to Ldr: Harry Freimanis. Asst: Robert Myers


Dec 13      Sat      LTC, WTC, Hundred Peaks
I: Mt Lowe (5603') Beginning Navigation Clinic: 4 mi, 500' gain. Spend the day one-on-one with an instructor, learning/practicing map and compass. Beginners to rusty old-timers welcome. Not a checkout. Many expert leaders will attend; many I-rated leaders started here in the past. $25 deposit, refunded at trailhead. Send sase, phones, deposit (Sierra Club) to Ldr: Diane Dunbar. Co-Ldr: Richard Boardman


Dec 14      Sun      LTC, WTC, Hundred Peaks, Desert Peaks, Sierra Peaks
I: Warren Pt Navigation: Navigation noodle at Joshua Tree National Park for either checkout or practice to satisfy the Basic (I/M) or Advanced (E) level navigation requirements. To participate, send email/sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare, to Ldr: Robert Myers. Asst: Harry Freimanis


Jan 11      Sun      LTC, WTC, Hundred Peaks, Desert Peaks, Sierra Peaks
I: Warren Pt Navigation: Navigation noodle at Joshua Tree National Park for either checkout or practice to satisfy the Basic (I/M) or Advanced (E) level navigation requirements. To participate, send email/sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare, to Ldr: Robert Myers. Asst: Harry Freimanis


Jan 31      Sat      LTC, Sierra Peaks, Desert Peaks, Hundred Peaks
M/E: Local Baldy Snow Practice: Come review snow climbing, rope travel, ice axe, and snow anchors. Practice your skills or brush up on new techniques. Especially for aspiring M & E leader candidates. Restricted to SC members with prior experience with the ice axe. Lack of snow may cancel. Send sase or email with SC#, climbing resume, phone # to Ldr: NILE SORENSON. Co-ldr: TINA BOWMAN


Feb 14      Sat      LTC, Sierra Peaks, Desert Peaks, Hundred Peaks
M/E: Local Baldy Snow Practice: Come review snow climbing, rope travel, ice axe, and snow anchors. Practice your skills or brush up on new techniques. Especially for aspiring M & E leader candidates. Restricted to SC members with prior experience with the ice axe. Lack of snow may cancel. Send sase or email with SC#, climbing resume, phone # to Ldr: NILE SORENSON. Co-ldr: DOUG MANTLE


Apr 18-19      Sat-Sun      LTC, WTC, Hundred Peaks, Desert Peaks, Sierra Peaks
I: Indian Cove Navigation: Navigation noodle at Joshua Tree National Park to satisfy the Basic (I/M) level navigation requirements. Sat for practice, skills refresher, altimeter, homework, campfire. Sun checkout. To participate, send email/sase, contact info, navigation experience/training, any WTC, leader rating, rideshare, to Ldr: Robert Myers. Asst: Harry Freimanis