Upcoming Outings
NOTE: All participants on Sierra Club outings are required to sign a standard liability waiver. If you would like to read the Liability Waiver before you choose to participate on an outing, please go to: http://www.sierraclub.org/outings/chapter/forms/, or contact the Outings Department at (415) 977-5528 for a printed version.
If you are going on a Sierra Club sponsored trip, please be aware that registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. (CST 2087766-40).
Jan 12, 2008 Sat
O: Butterfly Preserve: See Monarch butterflies in one of
their more popular over-wintering sites. The AM will cover the over wintering
site, the PM is open for a visit to the Santa Barbara Botanical Garden (requires
fee). Meet at 8:00 am at the Woodland Hills rideshare point for trip details.
Binoculars, especially close focus, are quite helpful. Ldr: Keith Martin,
Asst: Jim Murphy
Feb 9, 2008 Sat
O: Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve: Easy paced 6 mi
rt to enjoy nature, bird watch, learn about a variety of habitats, review
some local history, enjoy some good food at the Back Bay Cafe and have a good
time. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photo shoots. Meet at East Bluff
Drive and the top of Back Bay Drive off of Jamboree at 8:45 AM. Bring binoculars,
camera, $ for lunch, water and sun protection. Lug sole shoes suggested. We’ll
walk the Back Bay Drive, tour Big Canyon stop at the Back Bay Café
for lunch and return by mid afternoon. Rain cancels.
Feb 16, Sat (co-sponsored
by Orange County Sierra Singles)
O: Long Beach El Dorado NatureCtr Walk: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, Piper Mackay and Barbie Spatz
REPEATS: February 23
Feb 17, Sun (co-sponsored
by Orange County Sierra Singles, Long Beach, Orange County Group)
O: Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve: Easy paced 5.5 mi rt to enjoy the natural
beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photos.
No tigers please. Expect a 3-hour walk. Meet at 8 am Warner Ave parking lot
(East corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer) Bring camera, water, sun protection
and comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldrs: Joe Maynard, Gail Roy, Frances
Penn, Virginia Gregurek
Feb 23 Sat (co-sponsored
by Long Beach Section)
Snowshoe 101: Do you like to hike, but haven’t tried snowshoeing
yet? Join our experienced, supportive leaders, and discover a new world of
winter travel. We’ll amble through relatively level, snowy terrain in the
local mountains, pausing for naturalizing along the way. Maximum 5 miles,
500’ gain. No previous snowshoe experience required. Location TBD contingent
on snow conditions. Storm cancels. Esase (preferable) or phone leader SHERRY
ROSS with h & w phones, carpool info. Ldrs: SHERRY ROSS (chlross@yahoo.com),
SHARON MOORE (justslm@earthlink.net)
Feb 24 Sun
O: Fire Recovery Hike in Griffith Park: Join us on a morning
hike to see how the vegetation is recovering from last spring’s fires. If
we’re lucky, the winter rains will bring some unusual fire-following flowers.
Half-day Natural Science credit for LTC leaders. Bring water, lunch if you
would like to eat together after the hike. Contact leader for meeting time
and place. Leader: Ginny Heringer, Assistant Leader and Naturalist Gabi McLean.
Mar 1 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O:LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
Mar 1 Sat
O:Introductory Botany Walk: Learn some of the common plant
families and flowers of the coastal sage scrub, chaparral, and riparian habitats.
We will hike with frequent stops about 3 miles on road and trail, 1000 ft
gain. Bring hat, water, sturdy walking shoes, and any plant ID materials you
may have. Optional lunch in the canyon after the hike. Meet at 9 am in the
parking lot at Millard Canyon in Altadena: from the 210 Fwy in Pasadena, take
the Fair Oaks exit and continue north 3.6 miles to the stop sign intersection
at Loma Alta. Turn left and continue .3 mile to the flashing yellow signal
at Chaney Trail Turn right and continue 1.7 miles up into the mountains and
down into the parking lot. Forest Service pass required. Leader Ginny Heringer,
assistant leader Marcia Reitmeyer.
Mar 8 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O:LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
Mar 9 Sun
O:Plant ID Walk/Azusa River Wilderness Park: Slow paced,
3-4 hour walk along El Canto Trail to identify spring wildflowers with botanist
Bob Muns and naturalist Liana Argento. Meet 10:00 am in parking lot. From
210 E. Fwy exit on Azusa, continue N on Azusa Ave (Hwy 39) 3.5 miles. Turn
R into parking lot. Bring water, binoculars, lunch, hand lens, (optional $1
for plant list and $1 for hand lens). Rain cancels. Ldr: Liana Argento, co-ldr:
Ginny Heringer.
Mar 14 -16 Fri-Sun
O: Winter Ecology Workshop at June Lake: Join us for two
days of xc skiing, tracking, and naturalizing in the spectacular Mammoth-June
Lake area. Intermediate ski touring ability required. This trip satisfies
the Natural Science requirement for the I-rating. Fee of $60 includes naturalist
instruction, breakfasts and trail lunches, and accommodation at local Sierra
Club members’ homes on Fri and Sat night. Reserve a place by Mar 1st, by sending
sase and $60 check payable to Sierra Club Natural Science Section to leaders
Ginny and Jim Heringer, email: ginnyh@ix.netcom.com.
Mar 15 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O:LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
Mar 16 Sun - Hundred
Peaks, Lower Peaks, Natural Science
I: Onyx Pk #2 (5244'), Saddleback Butte (3651'): This should
be a pretty good spring for wildflowers so we will take tome to smell them.
Onyx (SE of Lake Isabella) has the best display I've ever seen. 4 miles, 2300'
gain cross country route, some steep sand. [Optional] Saddleback Butte (east
of Lancaster) can also be excellent. 4 miles, 1000' gain on use trail. For
information email Leader: GEORGE WYSUP, PAT ARREDONDO
Mar 16 Sun - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: BOLSA CHICA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE HIKE: Easy paced 5.5 mi
rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain
with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect a 3-hour walk. Meet at 8 am
Warner Ave parking lot (East corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer) Bring
camera, water, sun protection and comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldrs: Joe
Maynard, Gail Roy
Mar 16 Sun
O: Arroyo Seco above JPL: Join naturalists Gabi and Cliff
McLean on a slow hike in this scenic canyon. We will look at the canyon and
identify invasive plants that have replaced native species and are threatening
to kill the still existing oak trees and alders. We will discuss the threat
of invasive species to our wildlands, and also look at birds, reptiles, insects
and anything else that we find. This is a slow-paced nature hike, 4 mi rt,
only 500 ft gain, but a few stream crossings. Meet 9:00 am at the west-end
of Altadena Drive in Altadena, park on the street. Bring hand lens, binoculars,
field guides, camera, water, lunch. Heavy rain cancels. Ldrs: Gabi McLean,
Cliff McLean
Mar 22 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
Mar 29 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
Apr 4-6 Fri-Sun Natural
Science/Long Beach Sections
O: Desert Ecology Workshop: Explore three important waterways
on the borders of Mojave and Colorado Desert during spring wildflower season.
Observe birds and other wildlife, flora, and fire’s effects on the desert.
Car camp at Whitewater Preserve near Palm Springs, Canyon hikes Sat/Sun, potluck
Sat, LTC credit available. $30 to SC Natural Sciences Section w/ SC#, $35
w/o. Details via E-mail or SASE. Send payment, conditioning, contact, and
carpool information to Ldr: Sharon Moore. Asst Ldr/ Naturalist Sherry Ross,
Asst Ldr Mei Kwan, Naturalist Kathy Keane
Apr 5-6 Sat-Sun Natural
Science Section, Kern Kaweah Chapter, PVSB Group, Wilderness Adventures Section,
Orange County Sierra Singles
O: Coso Petroglyphs and Desert Wildflowers: Saturday join
leaders for exploration of little know wildflower display. Hike in about 2
miles with 2000 feet of gain. Sunday be escorted to the Coso Petroglyphs on
Naval Base. Car camping available in coleaders back yard or stay in Ridgecrest
at motel on own. Base needs to preapprove all participants. Must send name,
telephone number, date of birth, place of birth, Social Security number and
email or snail mail address no later than March 18 to leader: Keith Martin,
P.O. Box 864, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274, keithwmartin@sbcglobal.net,
310-530-1268. Coleaders: Kent Schwitkis, Jim Nichols (Kern Kaweah Chapter).
Apr 5 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
Apr 6 Sun
O: Plant ID Walk, Marshall Canyon: Slow paced, 3-4 hour plant
walk to identify spring wildflowers with botanist Bob Muns and naturalists
Liana Argento & Margot Lowe. Meet 9:30 am at trailhead parking lot. From
210 Fwy E, exit Fruit St, turn left, left at Baseline, right at Esparanza
Dr, (turns into Golden Hills Rd), right on Stephens Ranch Rd to trailhead.
Bring water, lunch, binoculars, hand lens, (optional $1 for plant list and
$1 for hand lens). Rain cancels. Ldr: Liana Argento, Co-ldr: Margot Lowe
Apr 12 Sat
O: Arroyo Seco above JPL: Join naturalists Gabi and Cliff
McLean on a slow hike in this scenic canyon. We will look at the canyon and
identify invasive plants that have replaced native species and are threatening
to kill the still existing oak trees and alders. We will discuss the threat
of invasive species to our wildlands, and also look at birds, reptiles, insects
and anything else that we find. This is a slow-paced nature hike, 4 mi rt,
only 500 ft gain, but a few stream crossings. Meet 9:00 am at the west-end
of Altadena Drive in Altadena, park on the street. Bring hand lens, binoculars,
field guides, camera, water, lunch. Heavy rain cancels. Ldrs: Gabi McLean,
Cliff McLean
Apr 12 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
Apr 12 Sat - Sierra
Singles, Natural Science Section
O: Ballona Wetlands Bird Walk: Can't tell a pigeon from a
wigeon? Then join us on an easy 1 mi walk to identify a colorful array of
ducks, egrets, and shorebirds during spring migration at Ballona Wetlands,
an outstanding bird habitat in LA County. Park and meet 9 am on S side of
Jefferson Blvd., 1/4 mile west of Lincoln Blvd. Wear comfortable walking shoes
and bring binoculars, if possible. Rain cancels. Ldr.: JOE MORRIS. Asst.:
JANET HATZER
Apr 19 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: UPPER NEWPORT BACK BAY ECOLOGICAL RESERVE HIKE: Easy paced
6 mi rt to enjoy nature, bird watch, learn about a variety of habitats, review
some local history, enjoy some good food at the Back Bay Cafe and have a good
time. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photo shoots. Meet at East Bluff
Drive and the top of Back Bay Drive off of Jamboree at 8:45 AM. Bring binoculars,
camera, $ for lunch, water and sun protection. Lug sole shoes suggested. We’ll
walk the Back Bay Drive, tour Big Canyon stop at the Back Bay Café
for lunch and return by mid afternoon. Rain cancels.
Ldrs: Joe Maynard, Gail Roy
Apr 19 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
Apr 20 Sun - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: BOLSA CHICA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE HIKE: Easy paced 5.5 mi
rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain
with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect a 3-hour walk. Meet at 8 am
Warner Ave parking lot (East corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer) Bring
camera, water, sun protection and comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldrs: Joe
Maynard, Gail Roy
Apr 26 Sat - Orange
County Group/Natural Science Section
O: Santa Ana River To The Beach: Please join us for a seven-mile,
virtually no elevation gain hike through Fairview Park to the Talbert Nature
Preserve and on to Banning Ranch and the beach. Learn about the history of
this area and importance of preserving this sensitive and endangered ecosystem
as part of an proposed park/nature center designed to provide an "oasis
of tranquility" near the confluence of the Santa Ana River and the ocean.
Meet at 9:00 a.m. at Fairview Park, Costa Mesa (405 Fwy to Harbor-south, right
on Adams, left on Placentia, right after approximately 1/4 mile into the Fairview
Park parking lot-parking is free). Bring water, snack, hat; tennis shoes are
o.k. Ldr: Patricia Barnes. Asst: Joe Maynard.
Apr 26 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
Apr 27 Sun
O: Introductory Botany Walk: Learn some of the common plant
families and flowers of the coastal sage scrub, chaparral, and riparian habitats.
We will hike with frequent stops about 3 miles on road and trail, 1000 ft
gain. Bring hat, water, sturdy walking shoes, and any plant ID materials you
may have. Optional lunch in the canyon after the hike. Meet at 9 am in the
parking lot at Millard Canyon in Altadena: from the 210 Fwy in Pasadena, take
the Fair Oaks exit and continue north 3.6 miles to the stop sign intersection
at Loma Alta. Turn left and continue .3 mile to the flashing yellow signal
at Chaney Trail Turn right and continue 1.7 miles up into the mountains and
down into the parking lot. Forest Service pass required. Leader Ginny Heringer,
assistant leader Liz Pomeroy.
May 3 Sat
O: Plant ID Walk, Upper Newport Bay: Slow paced, 3-4 hour
plant ID walk with botanist Bob Muns and naturalists Liana Argento and Gabriele
Rau to learn about wetland plant habitats. Meet 9:30 am in parking area on
Back Bay Dr (1 mi N of intersection of Back Bay Dr and San Joaquin Hills Rd
off Jamboree Rd in Newport Beach). Bring water, lunch, binoculars, hand lens
(optional $1 for plant list and $1 for hand lens). Rain Cancels. Ldr: Liana
Argento , Co-ldr: Gabriele Rau
May 3 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
May 4 Sun
O: Eco Home Tour: Join other Sierra Club members in a 2 ½
hour tour of a home featuring Sustainable Urban Living. Limited number. We
will meet around 1 pm and carpool to the site. Send $10 (Natural Science Section)
entry fee and two SASE (or 1 SASE and 1 ESASE) to reservationist Monica Donley
to reserve a spot, and get particulars. No refund without suitable replacement
after April 4. Ldr: Keith Martin, Asst. Ldr: Beth Powis
May 10 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
May 10 Sat - Hundred
Peaks /Natural Science Section
O: Cerro Noroeste (8286’), Grouse Mtn (8582'): Don’t drive
UP Noroeste, just drive DOWN. Join us on a hike up the Boy Scout Trail; strenuous
9.5 miles, 4000' gain mostly on trail. Long car shuttle, all paved road driving.
Warning: leaders will insist on pauses to examine nature. Bring water, lunch.
Email leader for info. Co-Leaders: GEORGE WYSUP, GINNY HERINGER, LAURA JOSEPH
May 17 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
May 18 Sun - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: BOLSA CHICA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE HIKE: Easy paced 5.5 mi
rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain
with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect a 3-hour walk. Meet at 8 am
Warner Ave parking lot (East corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer) Bring
camera, water, sun protection and comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldrs: Joe
Maynard, Gail Roy
May 24 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
May 24 Sat - Long
Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: ¡Caramba! No Peak! Hike: Invigorating hike in the
San Jacinto Wilderness over Hidden Divide to Caramba Overlook. ID trees and
other flora & fauna along the way. Moderately strenuous 12.6 mi rt, 2540
ft gain, 2200 of it on the way out. Bring $ for tram, lunch, a treat to share,
& 10 essentials. Group size limited by permit. Contact Ldr Sharon Moore
May 31 Sat
O: Plant ID Walk, Sunset Peak Rd, San Gabriel Mtns: Slow
paced 3-4 hour plant walk to identify plants and learn about plant uses with
botanist Bob Muns and naturalists Liana Argento & Gabi McLean. Meet 9:00
am at trailhead. From the 210 Fwy in Claremont, take the Base Line off ramp.
West on Base Line 0.2 mi to Padua Ave, north 1.7 mi to Mt Baldy Rd. Right
on Baldy 7.2 mi to Glendora Ridge Rd, left 4.1 mi to Sunset Pk Rd trailhead.
(Forest Service Pass may be required) Bring water, lunch, hand lens; (optional
$1 for plant list and $1 for hand lens) Rain cancels. Ldr: Liana Argento,
Co-ldr: Gabi McLean
May 31 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
June 7 Sat - OC
Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
June 13-15 Fri-Sun
O: Nature Knowledge Workshop: Join the Natural Science Section
for a weekend of discovery and enjoyment as you learn about the natural wonders
that surround you. From our streamside camp accommodations in the San Bernardino
Mtns. we’ll explore 3 habitats- chaparral, forest and riparian via easy guided
walks led by our naturalists. Special interest and hands on workshops will
be taught Sat. afternoon and evening by our professional naturalists who will
share their expertise in a variety of natural history topics such as bird,
bat, reptile, plant, mammal, insect, and geology studies. Fee includes 2 nights
lodging in dormitory cabins (bring own sleeping bag), 6 full-course meals
and instruction. (Tent or car camping available). All this and hot showers
too! Reservation deadline June 1. Send check made out to “Sierra Club/NSS”
along with 2 SASE (or Email address), H&W phones, names of all participants,
$138 with SC# / $158 non-member to Reservationist: Monica Donley. LTC credit
available. Participants must be 13 years or older (under 18 must be accompanied
by adult). Visit NSS website for reservation form. Leader: Liana Argento,
lianaargento@hotmail.com Asst Leaders: Cliff & Gabi McLean.
June 13-15 Fri-Sun
- Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section.Desert
Peaks
O: Telescope (11,049 ft) and Wildrose (9064 ft): Weekend:
car camp to explore the “sky islands” high above Death Valley. See ancient
bristlecones and bag an emblem peak. Telescope: 14 mi rt, 3100 ft gain. Wildrose:
8.4 mi rt, 2300 ft gain, both strenuous. Email (preferred) or SASE with recent
experience, conditioning to Ldr. Sharon Moore.
June 14 Sat -
OC Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural Science Section
O: UPPER NEWPORT BACK BAY ECOLOGICAL RESERVE HIKE: Easy paced
6 mi rt to enjoy nature, bird watch, learn about a variety of habitats, review
some local history, enjoy some good food at the Back Bay Cafe and have a good
time. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photo shoots. Meet at East Bluff
Drive and the top of Back Bay Drive off of Jamboree at 8:45 AM. Bring binoculars,
camera, $ for lunch, water and sun protection. Lug sole shoes suggested. We’ll
walk the Back Bay Drive, tour Big Canyon stop at the Back Bay Café
for lunch and return by mid afternoon. Rain cancels.
Ldrs: Joe Maynard, Gail Roy
June 14 Sat -
OC Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural
Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
June 15 Sun -
OC Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural
Science Section
O: BOLSA CHICA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE HIKE: Easy paced 5.5 mi
rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain
with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect a 3-hour walk. Meet at 8 am
Warner Ave parking lot (East corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer) Bring
camera, water, sun protection and comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldrs: Joe
Maynard, Gail Roy
June 15 Sun -Orange
County Group/Natural Science Section
O: Historic Seal Beach Walk: Enjoy fresh ocean air and exercise
while viewing historic sights and learning abut Seal Beach’s colorful past
on this 4 mi walk on mostly level terrain (possible ½ mi of sandy beach
at sunset). Meet 5:45 pm, Seal Beach parking lot (end of 1st street, S of
Pacific Coast Hwy). Bring water, tennis shoes OK. Ldr: Patricia Barnes. Asst:
Joe Maynard.
June 21 Sat
O: Lily and Orchid Hike: Join lily enthusiast and photographer
Jeff Johnson on this hike from Three Points around the southwest side of Waterman
to a lovely meadow of Incense Cedar, and if we’re lucky, lemon lilies, rein
orchids, and stream orchids. Moderately paced, 8 mi rt, 1500 ft gain. Meet
at 8 am at the La Canada carpool point with water, lunch, hat, camera. Leaders
Jeff Johnson and Ginny Heringer.
June 21 Sat -
OC Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural
Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
June 28 Sat -
OC Sierra Singles, Orange County Group, Long Beach Group/Natural
Science Section
O: LONG BEACH El DORADO NATURE CTR WALK: Brisk to moderate
paced 4.0 mi rt walk on flat terrain. ID numerous native birds, learn flora
and fauna along the way, marvel at the creation of lakes and ecosystems in
the midst of urban development. Meet 7:50 am every Sat in the parking lot
at the El Dorado Library (Studebaker Rd near Spring St) Bring comfortable
walking shoes sunscreen and water. Rain cancels, drizzle goes. Ldrs: Joe Maynard,
Diana Lejins, Todd Williams, and Piper Mackay
Rideshare Locations
Azusa Rideshare Point:
On street next to market,
La
North Orange County
Rideshare Point:
Park-N-Ride, at East side of
Sylmar Rideshare Point:
Pomona Rideshare Point: