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O: Easy-Moderate paced 5 mile hike on the Quail trail in the City of Irvine Open Space Preserve South. Meet between tables & restrooms at Quail Hill Community Park in Irvine. Bring sturdy shoes, 1 quart water, 10 essentials & $$ for optional post hike dinner. Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn(mtndave@cox.net), Co-Ldrs: Scott Closson, (closs100@chapman.edu) & Kenadi Le, (phoenixmountain2@gmail.com).
NOTICE: In order to participate in a Sierra Club outing, you must sign a liability waiver. If you would like to read a copy of the waiver before attending the outing, please see http://www.sierraclub.org/outings/chapter/forms/ NOTICE: In the interest of facilitating the logistics of some outings, it is customary that participants make voluntary carpooling arrangements. The Sierra Club does not have insurance for carpooling arrangements and assumes no liability for them. Carpooling, ride sharing or anything similar is strictly a private arrangement among participants. Participants assume the risks associated with this travel. NOTICE: CST 2087766-40. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. Be sure to check the OCSS website for a complete listing of 20s, 30s, & 40s events.
RIDESHARE MEETING POINTS
LA CANADA Angeles Crest Hwy, N of 210 Fwy. Park on Angeles Crest Hwy only. MOUNT BALDY Pomona S&L at Indian Hill and Foothill Blvd in Claremont, 2 mi N of 10. ORANGE CO (N) Park-N-Ride, E side of Tustin Ave just S of Lincoln Av, Orange off SR55 ORANGE CO (S) Ortega Business Center parking lot, 1/4 mi E of 5 Fwy on SE corner of Ortega Hwy and Rancho Viejo in San Juan Capistrano. HUNTINGTON BEACH (NEW) Bella Terra Huntington Mall off 405 Fwy at Beach S, R at Edinger, R into Mall, near Staples. SANTA ANA CYN Same as Orange County-North. TUSTIN Stater Bros. Parking lot on Redhill Ave, S of Redhill exit of 5 Fwy.
JAN 2 MON 2:30 PM	20S/30S/40S QUAIL TRAIL RT
JAN 3 TUES 6:30 PM	20S/30S/40S ALISO CREEK URPAN STROLL
O: Splendid views on this moderately strenuous 8 mile hike with over 2,000 ft gain from Trabuco Canyon to Old Camp in O' Neill Regional Park. Meet at Park & Ride Lot at Avenida De Carlota near Sears in Laguna Hills. Drivers should be aware dirt road to trailhead is 2.0 miles each way and has a stream crossing. High clearance vehicles are recommended. Bring snacks, lunch, sturdy shoes, 2-3 quarts water, & $$ for dinner at nearby eatery after hike. Rain cancels. Leader: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net) Co-Ldrs: Charles G. Geller (EduRight@aol.com) & Kenadi Le (phoenixmountain2@gmail.com).
JAN 7 SAT 9:00 AM	20S/30S/40S OLD CAMP
O: Join us at El Toro Park in the City of Lake Forest for a moderately paced 4-6 mile roundtrip walk on the paved Aliso Creek Trail. We will walk about 75 minutes slightly uphill, then turn around and head back for a 9:00pm return. Meet at El Toro Park in front of the restrooms at Larkwood Lane & Arrowwood Street in Lake Forest. Bring water and flashlight. Optional dinner afterwards. Rain DOES NOT Cancel. Leader: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net). Co-Leader: Scott Closson, (closs100@chapman.edu).
JAN 9 MON 3:00 PM	20S/30S/40S LAGUNA TOOVERT & VALIDO TRAILS, & FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLE
O: End the day right on this easy pace, 5 mile r/t evening hike up the Toovet and down the Valido trails in Aliso Wood Canyons Wilderness Park with 900 ft elevation change followed by a full moon drum circle and Potluck at Aliso Beach County Park. Meet in front of the restrooms at the INLAND parking lot of Aliso Beach County Park. Bring snacks, sturdy shoes, 2 quarts water, & $$ for parking & and a pot-luck dish to share after the hike. Leader: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net). Co-ldr: Scott Closson (closs100@chapman.edu).
JAN 9 MON 6:30 PM	SWISS ALPS WITH ED & HELEN MAURER
Monthly Program: Humorous and informative program complete with a movie trailer about their outing to the Swiss Alps in 2010 with a preview of their Swiss outing planned for 2012. They' ll also give us an idea how one follows a 1000 year old pilgrimage trail across France! Social hour & program $3 donation. Meet 6:30 PM at the Costa Mesa Neighborhood Community Center, 1845 Park Ave., Costa Mesa. For optional potluck, bring a dish to share and beverage. Contact: Donna Specht.
JAN 10 TUES 7:30 PM	ORANGE COUNTY
Monthly Meeting. It's party time! We're celebrating the Orange County Group's 50th Anniversary with friends old, new, and soon-to-be! Come reminisce as we share stories of some of the greatest times we've had together...mountaintop moments, hair-raising and harrowing adventures, "hikes gone wild," (whatever!), around our imaginary "campfire." If you like, bring photos or other mementos, hiking buddies, spouses, total strangers...this is a time to discover and celebrate what we've been, who we are, and who we are to become as the Orange County Group hikes forward into the new year! An extra special Golden Anniversary cake and other refreshments will be served. Newcomers Welcome! Meet at 7:30 pm at our new location: REI at Tustin Marketplace, 2962 El Camino Real, Tustin, 92782, off the 5 Fwy at Jamboree. http://angeles.sierraclub.org/orange.
JAN 11 WED 9:00 AM	LAUREL SPRINGS
O: 10 mi, 2300' gain. This is a steady uphill trek on a trail and a fire road to lunch at the springs in a laurel grove just below the road. From Santiago Cyn Rd, turn onto Modjeska Cyn Rd, park at end near the Tucker Bird Sanctuary. Meet 9:00 am with water, lunch, lugsoles. Rain cancels. Ldr: Garry McCoppin, Sharon Kirk.
JAN 13-16 FRI-MON	MLK WEEKEND IN WAWONA
Wilderness Adventures, PVSB, LBG, OCSS: Rideshare Fri to stay in a cabin in the Wawona area near Yosemite' s south entrance. Join leaders for low intermediate xcntry ski and snowshoe each day at Badger Pass and other areas. On your own you can downhill or track ski, ice skate or simply explore Yosemite Valley in the winter. Cost includes 3 nights lodging in modern cabin with all amenities (2-4 per bedroom with shared bathrooms and kitchen), 3 continental breakfasts, 3 lunch fixings, Sa and Su group dinner. Send $290 w/SC#, $315 non-member (Wilderness Adventures - $40 cancel penalty, no refund of balance after 12/12 unless trip is full and suitable replacement found), 2 sase (or 1 sase and email), H&W phones, recent ski experience (if joining Xctry skiing) to Ldr: Keith Martin (keithwmartin@sbcglobal.net), Asst: Beth Powis Martin, Snow Shoe Leaders: Sharon Moore and Sherry Ross.
JAN 14 SAT 8:15 AM	PETER'S CANYON LOOP HIKE
O: [OCSS,OCG] Join us for an easy/moderately paced 6 mi rt, 700' gain/loss hike around the reservoir and over rolling hills. Returning we' ll enjoy the shady canyon beneath willow, black cottonwood and sycamore. Meet 8:15 am corner of Jamboree & Canyon View (from 5 Fwy, N on Jamboree, or from 55 Fwy, E on Chapman, S on Jamboree, Canyon View into parking area). Bring 1+ liters water, snack, light hiking boots, $3 for parking or annual pass. Rain cancels. Leaders: Sharon Kirk (sl.kirk@sbcglobal.net) and Jan Nemmert.
JAN 14 SAT 12:00 PM	20S/30S/40S LUNCH FOR 10
Share good food & conversation in a small lunch setting; seating limited to 5 men & 5 women. Mid-priced restaurant location in Orange County will be E-mailed to registered participants prior to event. Each person pays for their own meal, drinks & tip. HOST: Bill Stevens (senpetehector@gmail.com).
JAN 14 SAT 5:30 PM	DINNER AND LA MIRADA SYMPHONY
Join us for dinner and socializing. Meet 5:30 pm at the Sizzler, 15252 Rosecrans in La Mirada or meet at the theater (14900 La Mirada Blvd) for the 8PM performance. Please bring a few dollars to support the symphony which continues to offer free concerts to all. Host: Fred Lazzelle.
JAN 14-21, SAT-SAT 4:00 PM	20S/30S/40S HIKING THE GARDEN ISLAND, KAUAI, HAWAII
O: Hike spectacular Kauai with diverse trails, breathtaking views, and lush flora. Several days we'll slip into the warm surf, view extraordinary fish skirting the coral, and enjoy island cuisine. By night, we'll slumber peacefully at the Alii Kai Resort in Princeville. Bring your wet weather hiking gear. Meet SAT AM @ LAX, flights & transportation arranged individually by participants. Limit:6, Cost: $300 SC, $400 Non-SC per person for lodging & condo groceries. Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net), Co-ldrs: Meriven Deocariza, merivenlives@yahoo.com, Scott Closson, closs100@chapman.edu.
JAN 15 SUN	MT. SAN JACINTO WILDERNESS SHOWSHOE
I: [Sierra Sage, OCSS] Snowshoe dayhike approximately 6 mi rt, 700' gain (final route subject to weather and snow conditions). Must have prior snowshoe experience. Start at Palm Springs Tramway Mountain Station (8400'). Hike S through Long Valley toward Hidden Lake area, then W toward Round Valley (9100'). Explore Tamarac Valley, time permitting. Return to Palm Springs Mountain Station in the afternoon. Group size limited by permit. Contact leaders for more information. Ldrs: Todd Clark, Sylvie Cote.
JAN 15 SUN 6:00 PM	20S/30S/40S DINNER FOR 10
Share good food & conversation in a small lunch setting; seating limited to 5 men & 5 women. Mid-priced restaurant location in Orange County will be E-mailed to registered participants prior to event. Each person pays for their own meal, drinks & tip. HOST: Bill Stevens (senpetehector@gmail.com).
JAN 18 WED 7-9:30 PM	MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Open to all members. Meeting starts at 7PM. Guests must request to be on the agenda if they wish to make a presentation. Guest Agenda items must be submitted one week in advance to Chair Sandy Graham (sandy2scott@sbcglobal.net). Contact Chair for location and directions to the meeting.
JAN 21 SAT 8:00 AM	ALISO WOODS CANYONS
O: 7+ mi. 900' gain jaunt to Dripping Springs Cave, hideout of stagecoach thieves and on to Woods Canyon. Meet 8 am north OC rideshare pt or 8:45 am trailhead (Aliso Water Management Rd. near Aliso Park entrance). Bring 2 qts water, lunch, lugsoles and $ for parking. Rain/rain 2 days prior cancels. Leader Julie Garner Assistants Terry Bass and Jay Matchett.
JAN 21 SAT 8:45 AM	LIMITED ACCESS TRAILS, IRVINE OPEN SPACE PRESERVE
O: Moderately paced 10.25 mile loop, 2000 ft gain/loss that includes 5 of the normally closed trails in this urban, wilderness preserve. Meet at 8:45 AM in the parking lot of the Bommer Canyon Cattle Camp (entrance is off Shady Canyon Rd. in Irvine). Bring water, hiking boots, sunscreen, snack lunch. Rain cancels. Leaders: Ted Wright and Sue Harris.
JAN 22 SUN 9:30 AM	MODJESKA CANYON
O: [OCSS, Little Hikers, Easy Hikers, OCG] Join us at Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary where the hummingbirds (and others) gather. We' ll wander up a nature trail at a comfortable pace for all, get a bit of exercise and a view back down Modjeska Canyon. Visit the Nature Center and the bird Sanctuary. Meet 9:30am at the North Orange County rideshare pt or 10:30am at the Tucker Wildlife parking lot at the end of Modjeska Cyn (turnoff from Santiago Cyn Rd. to Modjeska Canyon). Wear warm clothes, sturdy shoes; bring water and snack or lunch. Rain cancels. Ldr: Julie Garner, Assts: Dana Hunter, Bea Tiritilli, and Jay Matchett
JAN 22 SUN 6:00 PM	20S/30S/40S DINNER FOR 10
Share good food & conversation in a small lunch setting; seating limited to 5 men & 5 women. Mid-priced restaurant location in Orange County will be E-mailed to registered participants prior to event. Each person pays for their own meal, drinks & tip. HOST: Bill Stevens (senpetehector@gmail.com).
JAN 27-29 FRI-SUN	WINTER SPORTS BUS TRIP TO MAMMOTH LAKES
O/I: Ski Downhill/Snowboard Mammoth Mountain, Beginner/Intermediate Backcountry Ski Lessons/Backcountry Ski and Snowshoe Touring. This trip has it all: Learn to ski backcountry with certified PSIA/ASIA instructors (WTC, OCSS Snowsport Class Dec 7 or equivalent experience recommended), backcountry ski and snowshoe touring with leaders, or ski on your own at Tamarack Nordic Ski Center and Mammoth Mtn. Non-skiers, backcountry ski lesson grads welcome. Lodging at the Quality Inn, two persons-2 beds/private bath, microwave, fridge, indoor spa, close to shopping, night life, casual and fine dining, free shuttles. Leave OC 2:00 pm. San Fernando Valley pick-up. Return OC Sunday 10pm. Includes bus, lodging, breakfast, Saturday night happy hour, bus refreshments, Sunday dinner. Please indicate if taking lessons, Backcountry skiing, snowshoeing or downhill. Send 2 large sase OR e mail address, phones, address, $295 with SC#/$310 non-member (OCSS) to Reserv/Asst/Ski Ldr: Carol Tucker, 3166 S. Sepulveda #14, Los Angeles, 90034. Leader: Mark Fleming. Asst: Donna Specht. Backcountry Instructors: Michael Dodson, Scott Meek, Julie Smith-Meek. Snowshoe Ldrs: George Denny and Pat Arredondo.
JAN 28 SAT 9:00 AM	SANTA ANA RIVER TO THE BEACH
O: 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 a 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 am at Fairview Park, Costa Mesa (405 Fwy to Harbor-south, right on Adams, left on Placentia, right after approx. � mile into the Fairview Park parking lot-parking is free). Bring water, snack, hat; tennis shoes are ok. Leader: Patricia Barnes. Asst. Joe Maynard, Chuck Buck.
JAN 28-29 SAT-SUN 10:00 AM	20S/30S/40S KELLER SKI HUT OVERNIGHT, SNOW VALLEY SKI & BOARD, LITTLE GREEN VALLEY SNOW SHOE
Enjoy the heat from the pot belly stove at Keller Ski Hut Saturday night after a day of snow sports at Snow Valley. Sunday morning we'll snowshoe 3 miles RT to Little Green Valley. All users will share cooking & clean-up chores. Bring sleeping bag, sheets, pillow, snacks, snow shoes, snow sport equipment, and winter hiking clothing. $30 Sierra Club member (SC), $45 Non-SC cost includes 1 night lodging @ Keller Ski Hut, Sat. Dinner, & Sun. Breakfast. Host & Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net). Co-Ldr: Gary Novotny, (knovotny27@gmail.com).
JAN 29 SUN	BACKCOUNTRY SKI TOUR TO INYO CRATERS
I: Intermediate ski tour, approx. 5.5 miles off-trail (800' gain) through wooded area from Mammoth Mtn. Main Lodge to craters near Deer Mountain. Bring layered winter clothing, 10+ essentials, 2 qt. water, lunch, metal-edged backcountry skis/boots. Email leader with experience level and current conditioning or for additional details. Tour in conjunction with OCSS Mammoth Trip Jan. 27-29, 2012. Ldr: Eva Eilenberg (eee333@earthlink.net). Co-Ldr: Michael Dodson.
JAN 29 SUN 6:00 PM	20S/30S/40S DINNER FOR 10
Share good food & conversation in a small lunch setting; seating limited to 5 men & 5 women. Mid-priced restaurant location in Orange County will be E-mailed to registered participants prior to event. Each person pays for their own meal, drinks & tip. HOST: Bill Stevens (senpetehector@gmail.com).
JAN 29-FEB 2 SUN-THURS	20S/30S/40S OPEN WEEK SKING & BOARDING AT BIG BEAR LAKE - SNOW SUMMIT
It's now or never, snow season is here! Join us any time Sunday (after 4pm)-Thurs. BYO equipment or rent from Snow Summit. Tickets, lesson prices and directions can be found at www.snowsummit.com. Even if you' re not a snow sports enthusiast, come enjoy the cabin and spend time with your friends. 3 meals a day included. SC members $40/night or non-SC members $50/night. Email host for RSVP & payment instructions. Host: Mountain Dave Kuhn, (mtndave@cox.net).
JAN 29 SUN	BACKCOUNTRY SKI TOUR TO INYO CRATERS
I: Intermediate ski tour, approx. 5.5 miles off-trail (800' gain) through wooded area from Mammoth Mtn. Main Lodge to craters near Deer Mountain. Bring layered winter clothing, 10+ essentials, 2 qt. water, lunch, metal-edged backcountry skis/boots. Email leader with experience level and current conditioning or for additional details. Tour in conjunction with OCSS Mammoth Trip Jan. 27-29, 2012. Ldr: Eva Eilenberg (eee333@earthlink.net). Co-Ldr: Michael Dodson.
FEB 4 SAT 10:00 AM	20S/30S/40S BEDFORD PEAK (3760')
O: This 7 mi R/T, 1900 ft gain trail passes fascinating strata on the climb to Bedford Peak (3760ft). Enjoy sweeping vistas across the Santa Ana Mountains, Temescal Valley, Lake Mathews, Ladd Canyon, and OC. Bring snacks to share, hiking boots, 2-3 quarts water, and $$ for optional dinner after hike. Forest Adventure Pass required for parking at trailhead. Meet at the Maple Springs TH at the end of Silverado Canyon. Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net). Co-Ldrs: Charles Geller (EduRight@aol.com) & Kenadi Le (phoenixmountain2@gmail.com).
FEB 5 SUN 2:30 PM	20S/30S/40S CRYSTAL COVE FROM THE TOP
O: Easy-moderate paced, 6-7 mile r/t, about 1000 ft gain. Enjoy sunset views of Catalina and the Pacific coast as we descend and ascend ridges. Meet in front of restrooms at Coastal Peak Park near Corner of East Coastal Peak and Ridge Park Road, Newport Coast. Bring snacks, flashlight, sturdy shoes, 2 quarts water, and $$ for Sierra Club Fundraiser dinner to follow hike at Sharky' s, 21119 Newport Coast Drive, Newport Beach, CA Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn, (mtndave@cox.net). Co-ldr: Scott Closson (closs100@chapman.edu)
FEB 5 SUN 6:00 PM	20S/30S/40S DINNER FOR 10
Share good food & conversation in a small lunch setting; seating limited to 5 men & 5 women. Mid-priced restaurant location in Orange County will be E-mailed to registered participants prior to event. Each person pays for their own meal, drinks & tip. HOST: Bill Stevens (senpetehector@gmail.com).
FEB 7 TUE 3:00 PM	20S/30S/40S LAGUNA TOOVET & VALIDO TRAILS, POTLUCK, & FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLE
O: End the day right on this easy pace, 5 mile r/t evening hike up the Toovet and down the Valido trails in Aliso Wood Canyons Wilderness Park with 900 ft elevation change followed by a full moon drum circle and Potluck at Aliso Beach County Park. Meet in front of the restrooms at the INLAND parking lot of Aliso Beach County Park. Bring snacks, sturdy shoes, 2 quarts water, & $$ for parking & and a pot-luck dish to share after the hike. Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn, (mtndave@cox.net). Co-ldr: Scott Closson (closs100@chapman.edu).
FEB 9-16 THU-THU 8:00 AM	20S/30S/40S SOUTHERN UTAH ADVENTURE
O: Hike 4-7 miles each day at: Kolob, Wildcat, & Echo Cyns. in Zion Nat'l Pk., Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs, Cottonwood Point, Coral Pink Sand Dunes, Pine Valley, Snow Canyon, Dinosaur Tracks, & Pipe Springs. Depart 8am, Thurs. Feb. 9th from N. OC Rideshare to Washington, UT. We have 3 bed, 2.5 bath condo rented for the week at the Canyon Villas at Coral Ridge. Bring your cold weather hiking gear. Cost: $300 SC, $400 Non-SC per person for lodging & condo groceries. Limit: 8 people. Ldr: Dave Kuhn, mtndave@cox.net, co-ldr: Meriven Deocariza, merivenlives@yahoo.com.
FEB 11 SAT 8:15 AM	WHITING RANCH LOOP HIKE
O: [OCSS, OCG] Join us for a moderately paced 7 mi rt 1200' gain/loss hike up Serrano Canyon and Whiting Road to Four Corners, resting a bit before looping through Billy Goat Trail and returning on Dreaded Hill Road and Serrano Canyon. Meet 8:15 am at the Glenn Ranch Road entrance in Lake Forest. Exit 5/405 at Bake Pkwy, go east 5 miles, right on Portola, left at Glenn Ranch Road and left into parking lot. Bring 1-2 liters water, snack, Hiking boots, sun protection, $3 for parking or annual pass. Rain cancels. Leaders: Sharon Kirk (sl.kirk@sbcglobal.net) and Kathy Abele.
FEB 11 SAT	SNOW VALLEY BACKCOUNTRY SKI TOUR
I: [Orange County Sierra Singles, Wilderness Adventures]: Moderate 4+ mile day ski in the San Bernardino Mountains. Beginners who have had at least a couple days prior ski experience welcome! We will break our own trail on a route that will depend on participants skill level; if conditions warrant we may play a bit on slopes. Metal-edged, backcountry skis & backcountry boots highly recommended. Rental skis should be available at nearby RimNordic ski center although this gear may not be ideal for backcountry. Bring winter clothing, water, lunch. No snow or likely blizzard cancel trip. Send e-mail or phone leader w/ experience level/conditioning for trip details including early-morning meeting point in the 2 weeks before trip. Leader: Mark Mitchell (markm@lacma.org), Co-Ldr: Keith Martin.
FEB 12 SUN 8:30 AM	WHITING RANCH LIVE OAK TO SLEEPY HOLLOW TRAIL
O: [Sierra Sage of S Orange Co, Easy Hikers, Little Hikers] A �Mike' s Hike� 4 mi rt,, 200' gain moderately paced walk through shady oaks and sycamores in Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park. Children 5 yrs and up with parent(s) are welcome. Meet 8:30 am at secondary Whiting Ranch Parking Lot on Glenn Ranch Road, � mi east of Portola in Lake Forest. Bring $3 for pkg, water, camera, munchies, lugsoles, and hat. Rain cancels. Ldrs: Mike Sappingfield, Michael Metcalf.
FEB 12 SUN 9:30 AM	LITTLE HIKERS, SILVERADO CANYON
O: [OCSS, Little Hikers, Easy Hikers, OCG] Amble on the road along the creek looking for early bloomers, newts and other critters. Approximately 2-3 miles RT, less than 500' gain, easy pace to stop and smell the flowers. Supervised children and adults welcome. Meet 9:30am North Orange County rideshare pt or 10:30am at the Maple Springs parking area (at the end of the road in Silverado Cyn, before the gate). Adventure Pass required to park. Wear warm clothes, sturdy shoes; bring water and snack/lunch. Rain cancels. Ldr: Julie Garner, Asst: Bea Tiritilli and Pete Height.
FEB 14 TUE 7:30 PM	ORANGE COUNTY
Monthly Meeting: Chris Lunghino, founder of Community Sustainability USA. Chris will describe how fast growing Community Sustainability is working for a future with clean air and water, renewed natural services and more people meeting their basic needs. Newcomers Welcome! Meet at 7:30 pm at our new location: REI at Tustin Marketplace, 2962 El Camino Real, Tustin, 92782, off the 5 Fwy at Jamboree. http://angeles.sierraclub.org/orange.
FEB 16-17 THURS-FRI	20S/30S/40S GRAND CANYON OVERNIGHT BACKPACK
Escape to the Grand Canyon for a 5 mile, 3000ft descent/ascent, 1 night backpack into the Grand Canyon to Indian Garden Camp. Bring backpacking gear & food for below freezing weather, 10 essentials, & lug soles. Meet 12 Noon, South Rim Backcountry Reservation Office, Grand Canyon National Park. Permit cost split by participants (est. $10 ea.). Limit: 6, Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net), Co-Ldr: Meriven Deocariza (merivenlives@yahoo.com).
FEB 17-20 FRI-MON	20S/30S/40S ADVENTURE SEDONA, AZ PART 1
O: Experience Red Rock, Slide Rock, & Dead Horse Ranch on easy to moderate 4-6 mile day hikes. We are sharing a 2 bedroom at Wyndham Sedona. Bring a sleeping pad/bag unless you want your own room (extra $100). Breakfast, lunch & snacks provided. Meeting location will be provided to those who RSVP. Limit: 6, Cost: Non-SC $250, SC $200, pre-paid to OCSS via check hand delivered to Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net), Co-Ldr: Meriven Deocariza (merivenlives@yahoo.com).
FEB 18 SAT 5:30 PM	DINNER AND LA MIRADA SYMPHONY
Join us for dinner and socializing. Meet 5:30 pm at the Sizzler, 15252 Rosecrans in La Mirada or meet at the theater (14900 La Mirada Blvd) for the 8PM performance. Please bring a few dollars to support the symphony which continues to offer free concerts to all. Host: Fred Lazzelle.
FEB 19 SUN 6:00 PM	20S/30S/40S DINNER FOR 10
Share good food & conversation in a small lunch setting; seating limited to 5 men & 5 women. Mid-priced restaurant location in Orange County will be E-mailed to registered participants prior to event. Each person pays for their own meal, drinks & tip. HOST: Bill Stevens (senpetehector@gmail.com).
FEB 20-24 MON-THU	20S/30S/40S ADVENTURE SEDONA, AZ PART 2
O: Experience Sunset Crater Volcano, Walnut Canyon, Wupatki on easy to moderate 4-6 mile day hikes. We are sharing a 2 bedroom at Wyndham Sedona. Bring a sleeping pad/bag unless you want your own room (extra $100). Breakfast, lunch & snacks provided. Meeting location will be provided to those who RSVP. Limit: 6, Cost: Non-SC $200, SC $150, pre-paid to OCSS via check hand delivered to leader will reserve your spot. Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net), Co-Ldr: Meriven Deocariza (merivenlives@yahoo.com).
FEB 22 WED 7-9:30 PM	MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Open to all members. Meeting starts at 7PM. Guests must request to be on the agenda if they wish to make a presentation. Guest Agenda items must be submitted one week in advance to Chair Sandy Graham (sandy2scott@sbcglobal.net). Contact Chair for location and directions to the meeting.
FEB 25 SAT 8:00 AM	TRABUCO CANYON
O: [Sierra Sage, OCG, SAMTF, OCSS] 8 mi rt, 2200' gain. Hike up Trabuco Canyon beside Trabuco creek through chaparral, oaks, Douglas fir, and Coulter pines to Main Divide Rd. Return same route. Meet 8 am at dirt parking area S of bridge where Plano Trabuco/Live Oak Canyon Road crosses Trabuco Creek in Trabuco Canyon. We will car pool to the trailhead (limited parking) on rough road. If it is necessary to park at Holy Jim junction, hike lengthens to 10 mi. Bring 2 qts water, lunch, lugsoles. Rain cancels. High creek levels will shift hike to O' Neill Park. Ldr: John Kaiser. Asst: Sharon Kirk (sl.kirk@sbcglobal.net) Michael Metcalf.
FEB 25 SAT 8:00 AM	SANTA ROSA PLATEAU
O: [OCG, OCSS]: Join us for a 10 mi 800' gain hike in the grasslands and oaklands of this beautiful preserve, possibly including vernal pools. Meet 8 am north OC rideshare or 9 am Santa Rosa Preserve visitor's center (5 mi west of I-15 on Clinton Keith Rd. Riverside). Bring 2 qts water, lunch, lugsoles, $ for Conservancy. Rain cancels Leader Julie Garner Assistant Ron Schrantz.
FEB 25 SAT	WINTER SURVIVAL SKILLS
I: On the snow, heat loss/conservation instruction, emergency shelter, fire building, signaling and survival strategies. Travel over snow with snow shoes or XC skis, 3.0 miles RT, 300 ft gain, Mt Pinos. Handouts will be E-mailed. Limit 15. Adventure Pass required. Send one sase or e mail to Ldr: Virgil Talbott, 641 North Yale Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831 (virgil_talbott@roadrunner.com) Asst: Gwen Sharp.
FEB 25 SAT 9:00 AM	20S/30S/40S BIG SANTA ANITA TO STURDEVANT FALLS
O: Let' s head out North of OC to see what the San Gabriel Mountains have to offer. Moderate 7 mi R/T, 1,800ft gain hike with a 50 foot waterfall, cascades, & lush wilderness. This hike has it all! Bring ten essentials, lunch, hiking boots, rain gear if needed as rain does not cancel. Meet at 9am NOC Rideshare point, east side of Tustin Ave just south of Lincoln in Orange, or 10:15 am at Chantry Flat parking Lot at end of Santa Anita Ave in Sierra Madre. Leader: Charles G. Geller (eduright@aol.com). Coleader: Meriven Deocariza (merivenlives@yahoo.com).
FEB 25 SAT	20S/30S/40S SEAVIEW PARK EVENING HIKE
O: Enjoy this easy-moderate paced, 4-5 mile r/t, 900ft gain evening hike at Seaview park in Laguna Niguel. Enjoy sunset views of Catalina and the Pacific coast on the Toovet and Valido Trails. Meet at entrance to Seaview park. Directions from I-5: Alicia Pkwy south 6.2 miles, R on Pacific Island Drive, go 1.2 miles, R at Talavera Drive (top of hill) go 0.3 miles to park at end of road near entrance to Seaview Park. Bring snacks, hiking boots, 2 quarts water, & $ for optional dinner. Rain cancels. Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net) Co-ldr: Scott Closson, (closs100@chapman.edu). Contact leader for time.
FEB 26 SUN 6:00 PM	20S/30S/40S DINNER FOR 10
Share good food & conversation in a small lunch setting; seating limited to 5 men & 5 women. Mid-priced restaurant location in Orange County will be E-mailed to registered participants prior to event. Each person pays for their own meal, drinks & tip. HOST: Bill Stevens (senpetehector@gmail.com).
FEB 29 WED 9:00 AM	DONNA O'NEILL CONSERVANCY
O: [OCG,OCSS]: 6 mi, 400' gain. This is your chance to explore this lovely conservancy area. Maybe wildflowers on the loop back. Meet 9:00 am at South Orange County rideshare point with water, snack, hiking boots. $10 donation. Rain cancels. Ldr: Mike Sappingfield. Asst: Judy Mulry.
MAR 2-4 FRI-SUN	WINTER COMBO BUS TRIP TO MAMMOTH LAKES
I: [OCSS, PVSB] Ski downhill or snowboard on Mammoth Mtn, daily guided backcountry ski tours and snowshoe tours. Visit geological formations. Newcomers, non-skiers and XC lesson grads welcome. Quality Inn lodging, two person-2 beds/private bath, microwave, fridge, indoor spa. Close to shopping, night life, casual and fine dining, free shuttles. Leave Orange County 2:00 pm. South Bay and Sylmar pick-up later. Return Orange County Sunday 10pm. Includes bus, lodging, continental breakfast, happy hour, bus refreshments, Sunday dinner. Send 1 large sase, e mail, phones, $295 (OCSS) to Reserv: Dick Clement, 1023 East Van Bibber, Orange, 92866. Leader Keith Martin. Asst: Donna Specht. Staff: Mark Mitchell, Nina Kaufman. Snowshoe: Bob Beach, Kent Schwitkis.
MAR 7 WED 9:00 AM	O'NEILL/RAMAKRISHNA
O: 7 mi, 600' gain. We will hike thru O' Neill Park with a visit to Ramakrishna Monastery. Meet 9:00 am Altisima Park; go E on El Toro Rd to Marguerite Pkwy, turn R, then one block to Los Alisos, turn L. Follow Los Alisos E past the 241 Toll Rd to the first light at the top of the hill, then L into the entrance to Altisima Park. Bring water, snack and lugsoles. Rain cancels. Ldr: Pete Height. Asst: Sharon Kirk.
MAR 10 SAT 8:00 AM	BEDFORD PEAK (3820')
O: : Join us for a strenuous but easy-paced 7 mi rt 2200' gain/loss climb up Silverado Canyon to the peak with rewarding views of surrounding canyons and peaks (4-1/2 hr). Meet to carpool 7:30 am at Black Star Cyn Rd/Silverado Cyn Rd (from Santiago Cyn Rd turn on Silverado Cyn Rd, then immediate left on Blackstar Cyn Rd) or meet 8 am in the 2nd small parking lot at the end of Silverado Cyn Rd (or in 1st parking lot if gate closed). Bring 2 liters water, snack/lunch, hiking boots, ten essentials, FS Pass. Rain Cancels. Leaders: Sharon Kirk and Bob Hansen.
MAR 10 SAT	MT. SAN JACINTO BACKCOUNTRY TOUR
O: Moderately challenging off-trail tour through a rolling forested area near Mt. San Jacinto, with hopes of great views of surrounding peaks on a clear day (5+ mile, ~800' gain). We'll take the tram from Palm Springs, head to the Long Valley ranger station, and then explore the Round Valley area. Additional skiing up nearby slopes or just playing may add a few miles + some elevation loss/gain. Because of possible steep and icy sections, intermediate XC skills & metal-edged, backcountry skis & boots are required. Bring winter clothing, water, lunch, 10+ essentials. No snow or likely storm cancels trip. Tram ticket ~$25. Email or phone leader w/ experience level/conditioning and for trip details. Ldr: Eva Eilenberg, (eee333@earthlink.net) Co-Ldr: Mark Mitchell.
MAR 10-11 SAT-SUN	20S/30S/40S ANNUAL ANZA BORREGO CAMPING, HIKING, AND WILDFLOWER WEEKEND
Anza Borrego State Park offers a great variety of scenery including vast desert expanses, lush oases with waterfalls, and every spring, great wildflower displays. Enjoy moderate day hikes of 5-8 mi R/T with 500 to 1,000ft gain. Happy hour & campfire Sat. Dinner Sat, Breakfast & Lunch Sun Included. Cost: $ 25 for Sierra Club member, $ 30 for non-SC member. Meet at NOC Rideshare. Details e-mailed to confirmed participants. Pay via Paypal or Check payable to OCSS, mail to Ldr Charles G. Geller, 2549 Eastbluff Dr. #438, Newport Beach, CA 92660. Coleaders: Meriven Deocariza (merivenlives@yahoo.com), Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net), & Kenadi Le (phoenixmountain2@gmail.com).
MAR 10-11 SAT-SUN	BACKPACK, JOSHUA TREE, EUREKA PEAK (5513')
I: : 13 mi, 1800' gain. Hike on trail/off trail, on this easier paced trip from Black Rock Campground trailhead, 4 miles to camp amongst desert vegetation, set up camp, hike up to Eureka Peak for possible views. Saturday night happy hour. Sunday explore local area for 2-3 hours, return to camp and hike out. Must carry all water. Send backpacking experience to Ldr: Todd Clark. Asst: Sylvie C�t�.
MAR 11 SUN 9:45 AM	LITTLE HIKERS AT OAK CANYON NATURE CENTER, ANAHEIM HILLS
O: Join us on a 1-2 mi, 300' gain saunter in a riparian area almost hidden in the 'burbs. Newcomers and supervised children welcome. Meet 9:45 am North Orange County rideshare pt or 10:15 am at 6700 East Walnut Canyon Road, Oak Cyn picnic area. Wear sturdy walking shoes and sun protection, bring 2 qts water, a snack for after the hike. Ldr: Julie Garner Assts: Dave Kuhn, Jay Matchett.
MAR 13 TUE 7:30 PM	ORANGE COUNTY
Monthly Meeting: Ron Vanderhoff CNPS: "Off the Path with Ron: Native Plant Adventures in the wilds of Orange County." Join us on an adventure sure to get you excited about exploring Orange County. We meet at a new location, REI in the Tustin Marketplace, 2962 El Camino Real at 7:30 pm. Free refreshments; Newcomers welcome! For information contact Bob Siebert. http://angeles.sierraclub.org/orange
MAR 14 WED 9:15 AM	SAN MATEO PK (3591')
O: 6 mi rt, 900' gain. Join us for an up and down hike to this rocky peak, the highest in the San Mateo Wilderness, and enjoy outstanding views. Meet 8:30 am at South Orange County rideshare point or 9:15 am at the Morgan trailhead on S Main Divide. Bring water, lugsoles, snack/lunch. Ldrs: John Kaiser, Sharon Kirk.
MAR 17 SAT 8:00 AM	LION CYN FALLS
O: 9 mi rt, 1000' loss/gain, moderate pace. Our route leaves the Blue Jay campground and traverses down partly oak covered hillsides on the San Juan trail to a junction with the Chiquito trail where we continue on our mostly shaded route to our lunch stop overlooking Lion Cyn Falls. We return to Blue Jay by the same route. Meet 8 am South OC Rideshare. Bring 2 qts water, lunch, and lugsoles. Rain cancels. FSP req'd. Ldr: Bob Hansen. Asst: Dea Denton.
MAR 18 SUN 8:30 AM	BOLSA CHICA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE NEWCOMER HIKE
O: Easy paced, reasonably flat, 5 mile hike, approx 3 hrs. Newcomers Welcome. Enjoy the natural beauty of Bolsa Chica, one of the last remaining wetland ecosystems in Southern California. Meet 8:30 am. From Warner Avenue in Huntington Beach turn south on Bolsa Chica Street to the end of the street and trailhead (Brightwater). Park on the street. Bring camera, water, sun protection, hat, light hiking boots. Ldrs: Donna Specht, Steve Bradford.
MAR 19 MON 5:45 PM	WALK AROUND THE MILE SQUARE PARK, FOUNTAIN VALLEY
O: Join us for a 1 hour, 4 mile moderately paced walk around Mile Square Park, Fountain Valley. Walking/running shoes OK. Well behaved dogs ok. Meet 5:45 pm Mile Square Park at Los Jardines W. and Warner between Brookhurst and Euclid. Park on Los Jardines W and cross at light or park on street or inside the park for a fee. Rain cancels. Leaders: Jan Nemmert, Donna Specht, Barbara Creighton, Ana Juarez, Shilo & Bart Bartlett, Kathy Abele, Donna Meade.
MAR 23-25 FRI-SUN	SKI BACKCOUNTRY, SNOWSHOE, DOWNHILL, SNOWBOARD, CARPOOL TO MAMMOTH LAKES
I: [OCSS, Wilderness Adventures]: Backcountry oriented fun-filled weekend. Daily guided backcountry ski tours with at least low-intermediate skills. Daily guided snowshoe tours. Visit geological formations. Two persons-2 beds/private bath, microwave, fridge, indoor spa, close to shopping, night life, casual and fine dining, free shuttles. Includes Quality Inn lodging, continental breakfast, happy hour. Send 2 large sase or e mail address, carpool info, phones, $195 w/SC#/$210 non-member (OCSS) to Reserv: Carol Tucker, 3166 S. Sepulveda #14, Los Angeles, 90034., Ldr: Mark Mitchell. Asst: Mark Fleming. Snowshoe Leaders: George Denny, Pat Arredondo.
MAR 31-APR 1 SAT-SUN	IGLOO BUILDING/SNOW CAMPING
I: Learn to build igloos and other snow shelters for Snow camping. Ski or snowshoe in, build igloo, spend the night, build more shelters, travel out. Local mtn or Sierra depending on snow, winter travel and camping experience mandatory. Group size limited, send e-mail three weeks in advance or 2 SASE, H&W phone, experience, carpool info to Ldr: Virgil Talbott, 641 North Yale Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831. Asst: Gwen Sharp, Eva Eilenberg.
APR 1 SUN 9:00 AM	SANTA ROSA PLATEAU LOOP
O: 6.5 mi rt, 250' gain, approx.3 hours. Join us on this hike that covers the vernal pools and the historic adobe dating to 1846, the oldest building in Riverside County. Meet 8 am at the South OC Rideshare or 9 am at the Hidden Valley trailhead (6 miles West of 15 Fwy on Clinton Keith road). Bring 2 quarts water, snack, jacket, sunscreen, hiking boots. Ldr: Sylvie C�t�. Asst: Todd Clark.
APR 10 TUE 7:30 PM	ORANGE COUNTY
Monthly Meeting: Helen and Ed Maurer, "Afoot and Afield in the French Alps". Helen and Ed led a small group of Sierrans through the French Alps a summer or so ago. Come and hear about this adventure and see what they have planned for this summer. Meet REI, Tustin Marketplace, 2962 El Camino Real at 7:30 pm. Newcomers Welcome! Refreshments. For information contact Bob Siebert. http://angeles.sierraclub.org/orange.
APR 14 SAT 8:15 AM	WHITING RANCH LOOP HIKE
O: Join us for a strenuous but easy-paced 7 mi rt 1400' gain/loss hike up Serrano Canyon and Whiting Road to Four Corners, resting a bit before looping through Billy Goat Trail and returning on Dreaded Hill Road and Serrano Canyon (3-1/2 hr). Bring 2 liters water, snack, lugsoles, sun protection, $3 for parking or annual pass. Meet 8:15 am at the Glenn Ranch Road entrance in Lake Forest. Exit 5/405 at Bake Pkwy, go east 5 miles, right on Portola, left at Glenn Ranch Road and left into parking lot. Rain cancels. Leaders: Sharon Kirk and Sandy Graham.
APR 14 SAT 8:30 AM	O'NEILL PARK, VISTA POINT WILDFLOWER HIKE
O: A "Mike' s Hike" 4 mi, 400' gain. Enjoy the spring wildflowers on this relaxed pace hike. We will hike up Live Oak Canyon, then climb to Vista Point to enjoy the view, then back down the ridgeline to the parking lot. Meet 8:30 am at the parking lot just inside main park entrance on Live Oak Road. Bring water, hat, sunscreen, and $ for park entrance fee. Rain cancels. Ldrs: Mike Sappingfield, Dea Denton.
APR 15 SUN 8:30 AM	BOLSA CHICA ECOLOGICAL RESERVE NEWCOMER HIKE
O: [Little Hikers]: Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve Newcomer Hike: Easy paced, reasonably flat, 5 mile hike, approx 3 hrs. Newcomers Welcome. Enjoy the natural beauty of Bolsa Chica, one of the last remaining wetland ecosystems in Southern California. Meet 8:30 am. From Warner Avenue in Huntington Beach turn south on Bolsa Chica Street to the end of the street and trailhead (Brightwater). Park on the street. Bring camera, water, sun protection, hat, light hiking boots. Ldrs: Donna Specht, Steve Bradford.
APR 15 SUN 9:30 AM	MODJESKA CANYON
O: Join us at Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary where the hummingbirds (and others) gather. We' ll wander up a nature trail and then climb a short ways up an inclined trail, at a comfortable pace for all, so that we can get a bit of exercise and a view back down Modjeska Canyon. Then we' ll do some naturalizing at the Nature Center and recumbent birding at the Sanctuary. Meet 9:30am at the North Orange County rideshare pt or 10:30am at the Tucker Wildlife parking lot at the end of Modjeska Cyn (turnoff from Santiago Cyn Rd. to Modjeska Canyon). Wear warm clothes, sturdy shoes; bring water and snack or lunch. Rain cancels. Ldr: Julie Garner, Assts: Dave Kuhn, Jay Matchett.
APR 16 MON 5:15 PM	WALK AROUND MILE SQUARE PARK, FOUNTAIN VALLEY
O: Join us for a 1 hour, 4 mile moderately paced walk around Mile Square Park, Fountain Valley. Walking/running shoes OK. Well behaved dogs ok. Meet 5:45 pm Mile Square Park at Los Jardines W. and Warner between Brookhurst and Euclid. Park on Los Jardines W and cross at light or park on street or inside the park for a fee. Rain cancels. Leaders: Jan Nemmert, Donna Specht, Barbara Creighton, Ana Juarez, Shilo & Bart Bartlett, Kathy Abele, Donna Meade.
APR 21 SAT 8:45 AM	TRABUCO RIDGE & HELICOPTER HILL LOOP
O: 5 mi, 900' gain. A series of San Juan Capistrano trails between Rancho Viejo Road and Mission Viejo borderline with amazing views of wilderness and urban scenes from several steep hills. Meet 8:45 am, Park&Ride lot at Junipero Sierra Rd and Rancho Viejo Rd, 1 block E of I-5 Fwy in San Juan. (NOT the South OC Rideshare). Bring water, hat, snack, comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldr: Chet Stipe. Asst: Dea Denton.
MAY 2 WED 9:00 AM	CAVE ROCK
O: 5 mi, minimal gain. We take a leisurely hike along Aliso Creek to the Cave Rock loop and return. Meet 9:00 am at the Aliso-Wood Park entrance, S on Alicia Pkwy just past Aliso Creek Rd to the entrance on the R. $3 parking. Bring water, snack/lunch, lugsoles or sturdy shoes. Newcomers welcome. Ldr: Pita Landesman. Asst: Dea Denton.
MAY 4-11 FRI-FRI	20S/30S/40S EASTERN TENNESSEE ADVENTURE
O: Experience the hardwood forests of Appalachia and the Great Smoky Mountains doing easy-moderate, 4-8 mile day hikes to the best waterfalls in the area. Lodging: 2 bed, 2 bath condo in Gatlinburg, TN. Cost: $300 SC, $400 Non-SC/person for 7 nights, covers lodging & 2 meals/day. Pre-pay by hand delivering your check payable OCSS to Ldr. Further directions sent to confirmed participants. Limit: 6. Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net). Co-Ldrs: Scott Closson, closs100@chapman.edu, Meriven Deocariza (merivenlives@yahoo.com).
MAY 5 SAT 9:00 AM	SANTA ANA RIVER TO THE BEACH
O: 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. This is another hike in our series of springtime ' urban conservation walks' . Meet at 9 am at Fairview Park, Costa Mesa (405 Fwy to Harbor-south, right on Adams, left on Placentia, right after approx. � mile into the Fairview Park parking lot-parking is free). Bring water, snack, hat; tennis shoes are ok. Leader: Patricia Barnes Asst. Joe Maynard, Chuck Buck.
MAY 8 TUE 7:30 PM	ORANGE COUNTY
Dana Hunter brings us �Patagonia: Join us as we explore the land in the south of our southern hemisphere. Watch as we see scenes climbing the majestic Fitzroy and classic ' W" trek in Torres del Paine National Park. Then it' s on to scenes of Grey' s Glacier and the penguins in Chile. Meet REI, Tustin Marketplace, 2962 El Camino Real at 7:30 pm. Newcomers welcome; free refreshments. For information contact Bob Siebert. http://angeles.sierraclub.org/orange.
MAY 9 WED 9:00 AM	TOP-OF-THE-WORLD
O: 6 mi, 600' gain. A fun trek up the West Ridge of Laguna Beach to the lovely Alta Laguna Park at the top with great views and a pleasant resting spot. Meet 9:00 am at Canyon View Park, Aliso Viejo. From El Toro Rd, S on Moulton to Glenview, R and uphill over the toll road to Canyon Vistas Dr, R to end. Park on the street. Bring water, lunch, hiking boots. Rain, 3 days after rain, cancels. Ldr: Sid Alpert. Asst: Judy Mulry.
MAY 12 SAT 8:15 AM	PETER'S CANYON LOOP HIKE
O: Join us for an easy/moderately paced 6 mi rt, 700' gain/loss hike around the reservoir and over rolling hills. Returning we' ll enjoy the shady canyon beneath willow, black cottonwood and sycamore. Meet 8:15 am corner of Jamboree & Canyon View (from 5 Fwy, N on Jamboree, or from 55 Fwy, E on Chapman, S on Jamboree, Canyon View into parking area). Bring 1-2 liters water, snack, light hiking boots, $3 for parking or annual pass. Rain cancels. Leaders: Sharon Kirk and Julie Garner.
MAY 12 SAT 6:30 PM	DINNER AND LA MIRADA SYMPHONY
Join us for dinner and socializing. Meet 5:30 pm at the Sizzler, 15252 Rosecrans in La Mirada or meet at the theater (14900 La Mirada Blvd) for the 8PM performance. Please bring a few dollars to support the symphony which continues to offer free concerts to all. Host: Fred Lazzelle.
MAY 13 SUN 8:00 AM	SANTIAGO OAKS TO IRVINE PARK
O: Santiago Oaks to Irvine Park: Join us on our annual Mother' s Day hike, also part of our ' urban conservation hike' program. This is a 7 mi 400' gain hike from Santiago Oaks Park to Irvine Park and return. Meet 8 am at north Orange County rideshare pt or 8:30 am Santiago Oaks Park. Bring water, snack, lugsoles and $ for parking. Rain cancels. Leader Julie Garner Asst. Sharon Kirk and Jay Matchett.
MAY 14-21 MON-MON	VOYAGE OF THE GLACIERS
C/O: [Angeles Chapter, OCSS]: Alaska, the Last Frontier. The world is changing and nowhere is it changing faster than in Alaska. If you want to go to Alaska, now is the time and this is the trip. Answer the call of the wild as you travel with your adventurous Sierra Club friends on this Princess Cruise up the Inside Passage from Vancouver, B.C. to Whittier, AK (Anchorage). Visit the pioneer ports of Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway. Join the leaders on rainforest hikes and frontier saloon explorations. Leaders host on board get-togethers at sea and brisk hikes around the promenade deck. Experience the spectacular grandeur that John Muir encountered in 1879 when he paddled his canoe in the waters of what is now Glacier Bay. View maritime mammals & massive tidewater glaciers as we cruise Glacier Bay National Park and College Fjord. Cruise fare includes ship stateroom, gourmet meals, entertainment, exercise opportunities. Staterooms from $564, inside cabin, double occupancy. Port charges, taxes, transfers, tips, airfare extra. For information contact Gabriela Melgarejo at Iberoamericana, Ph 888-477-8669 or email Gabriela@iberoamericanatravel.com. Sign up today for the best price and best cabin choice, limited cabins in some categories. Post-cruise extension to Denali Nat'l Park, May 21-27, 2012. For information on extension or the cruise, Call or email Cruise Coordinator: Donna Specht (donnaspecht@juno.com). Co-Leader: Ana Cadez, Sylvie Cote and Todd Clark
MAY 21 MON 5:45 PM	WALK AROUND MILE SQUARE PARK, FOUNTAIN VALLEY
O: Join us for a 1 hour, 4 mile moderately paced walk around Mile Square Park, Fountain Valley. Walking/running shoes OK. Well behaved dogs ok. Meet 5:45 pm Mile Square Park at Los Jardines W. and Warner between Brookhurst and Euclid. Park on Los Jardines W and cross at light or park on street or inside the park for a fee. Rain cancels. Leaders: Jan Nemmert, Barbara Creighton, Ana Juarez, Shilo & Bart Bartlett, Kathy Abele, Donna Meade.
MAY 21-27 MON-SUN	DANALI - THE LAST FRONTIER
O: [Angeles Chapter, OCSS]: Seven day Land tour extension to the Voyage of the Glaciers or meet us in Anchorage. Experience the Call of the Wild on a seven day/six night fully escorted charter coach trip to Talkeetna, Denali National Park and back to Anchorage for a fun slice of urban life, Alaska style. Relaxed pace to enjoy beautiful wilderness lodging, adventure, spectacular scenery and wildlife. Price $1,175 includes: lodging, bus, transfers, happy hours, some meals. For complete info, itinerary, application, refund policy, optional tour to Seward and Kenai Fjords, send one large sase or e-mail to Trip Leader: Donna Specht, 22221 Wood Island Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (donnaspecht@juno.com or 714-963-6345). Co-ldr: Ana Cadez.
MAY 21-30 MON-WED	DANALI AND THE KENAI FJORDS
O: [Angeles Chapter, OCSS]: Ten day land tour extension to the Voyage of the Glaciers or meet us in Anchorage. Experience the Call of the Wild on this 10 day, 9 night fully escorted charter coach trip to Talkeetna, Denali National Park, Anchorage, Seward and Kenai Fjords. Unique opportunity to see the best of Alaska' s interior at a relaxed pace to enjoy beautiful wilderness lodging, funky towns, adventure, spectacular scenery, wildlife and glacier cruise. Price $1,775 includes: lodging, charter bus, Kenai Fjords wildlife and glacier cruise, transfers, happy hours, some meals. For complete info, itinerary, application, and refund policy, send one large sase or e-mail to Trip Leader: Donna Specht, 22221 Wood Island Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (donnaspecht@juno.com or 714-963-6345). Co leader: Ana Cadez.
MAY 22-28 TUE-MON	HAWAIIAN ADVENTURE
O: This popular Hawaiian hiking trip takes you to parts of O'ahu that few tourists ever experience. We will go on four beautiful hikes of varying difficulty into the tropical rain forest. Three of these are 5+ miles, with moderate elevation gain. We will hike to waterfalls and along flowing streams. Every trail leads us through lush vegetation to magnificent scenic views. Participants will also snorkel at Hanauma Bay State Park, which offers some of the island�s finest snorkeling. Occasionally you may even see turtles! Start your Aloha experience the first morning with a group surfing lesson with a world famous Waikiki Beach Boy. . Price includes round- trip flight, 6 nights� lodging and ground transportation. $1,295 (see web site for details). Reserve ASAP ($40.00 deposit, balance due April 14, 2012. This trip consistently sells out. Book early. Limit 25. Contact Ldrs: Richard Glick 949-859-0255 or rmglick@cox.net or Christine Dickey 949-651-9642 or dickeychris@earthlink.net. Write �Hawaii 2012� in your subject line. For more information visit http://members.cox.net/rmglick/hawaii.htm.
JUN 2 SAT 6:00 PM	MODJESKA CANYON
O: All night owls-avoid the heat of the daytime and join us to see the almost full-moon. About 8 mi and 1700' gain, possibly less if we get scared of the dark! Meet 6 pm north Orange County rideshare pt or 7 pm parking lot (near Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary in Modjeska Cyn). Bring at least 2 qts water, lugsoles, snack and flashlight. Rain cancels. Leader Julie Garner Asst Dave Kuhn, Jay Matchett.
JUN 6 WED 9:00 AM	SALT CREEK CORRIDOR TO DANA POINT
O: 6 mi, 200' gain. Amble down Salt Creek on the bike trail to the beach, then up to Dana Point Headlands on the new trail, through a residential area to descend to Dana Point Harbor and optional lunch. Return by bus. Bring water, snack if desired, bus fare. Meet 9:00 am at Chapparosa Park, Laguna Niguel. From Crown Valley Pkwy, S on Golden Lantern, R on Chapparosa to Park at end. Ldr: Garry McCoppin. Asst: Judy Mulry.
JUN 12 TUE 7:30 PM	ORANGE COUNTY
Monthly Meeting: The OC group, Inside and Out. We will unveil our committees, task force groups conservation and environmental programs and especially our hiking programs. Meet REI in the Tustin Marketplace, 2962 El Camino Real at 7:30 pm. Newcomers welcome; refreshments served. For information contact Bob Siebert. http://angeles.sierraclub.org/orange.
JUN 16-23 SAT-SUN	20S/30S/40S BASS LAKE YOSEMITE ADVENTURE
O: Relax in comfortable rented townhouse for a week at Bass Lake as we hike 4-7 miles each day in Yosemite and the western Sierra. Bring sleeping bag & $$ for dinner out. Cost includes breakfast & lunch daily: Sierra Club Members pay $300, Non-Sierra Club $350. Pay via paypal or RSVP for payment instructions. Meet at North OC Rideshare Limit: 6, Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net). Co-Ldrs: Bill Stevens, (senpetehector@gmail.com) & Kenadi Le (phoenixmountain2@gmail.com).
JUN 18 MON 7:30 PM	WALK AROUND MILE SQUARE PARK, FOUNTAIN VALLEY
O: Join us for a 1 hour, 4 mile moderately paced walk around Mile Square Park, Fountain Valley. Walking/running shoes OK. Well behaved dogs ok. Meet 5:45 pm Mile Square Park at Los Jardines W. and Warner between Brookhurst and Euclid. Park on Los Jardines W and cross at light or park on street or inside the park for a fee. Rain cancels. Leaders: Jan Nemmert, Donna Specht, Barbara Creighton, Ana Juarez, Shilo & Bart Bartlett, Kathy Abele, Donna Meade.
JUL 14-20 SAT-FRI	VICTORIA, BC & OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK, WA
O: [PVSB] Our trip begins in Victoria, British Columbia with visits to Butchart Gardens, the Royal BC Museum, and high tea at the Empress Hotel, take the ferry to the U.S. and Olympic National Park, Washington. We hike Hurricane Ridge, Hoh Rain Forest, Cape Flattery Trail, and more. Longest hike is 6 mi with 700 ft gain. Trip ends in Seattle, we will take you to the airport or you can continue for 3 more days. Optional Seattle add-in $270. Price: Victoria and Olympic portion $1,100 if booked prior to Feb 28th and $1,200 if booked March 1st or later. Included are ground transportation, entrance and tour fees, tips, hotel/cabin (double occupancy), the high tea, and happy hours. Airfare not included. For itinerary, application, and cancellation policy send email or SASE to Ldr/Reserv: Sandy Graham. Sandy2scott@sbcglobal.net; 2891 Wyngate Rd, Orange, CA, 92867. Co-Ldrs: Scott Graham, Karen Cassimatis and Alix Benson.
JUL 14-17 SAT-TUE	20S/30S/40S SIERRA MAMMOTH ADVENTURE
O: Discover easy-moderate hikes along sparkling streams, lush meadows, and granite expanses just outside Yosemite National Park. Swim in alpine lakes and picnic lakeside. Each evening, we' ll return to hearty food and a comfortable historic lodge with hot tub, BBQ and views of the Eastern Sierra. Cost includes breakfast & lunch daily. Share lodge unit, bring sleeping bag. Sierra Club Member $200, Non-Sierra Club $250. Pay via paypal or RSVP for instructions. RSVP to leader with hiking experience. Limit: 6, Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn, (mtndave@cox.net). Co-Ldrs: Meriven Deocariza (merivenlives@yahoo.com) & Kenadi Le (phoenixmountain2@gmail.com).
JUL 14-21 SAT-TUE	20S/30S/40S EASTERN SIERRA ADVENTURE
O: Pool by day, evening hiking, & late night fun from our 2 bedroom penthouse at the Flamingo Hilton on the Las Vegas Strip! Cost includes daily breakfast and lodging for only $40/night, 2 night minimum. Limit: 6, Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn, mtndave@cox.net, Co-Ldrs: Bill Stevens (senpetehector@gmail.com), Meriven Deocariza (merivenlives@yahoo.com) & Kenadi Le (phoenixmountain2@gmail.com).
JUN 24 SUN 9:00 AM	DOHENY PARK TO SAN CLEMENTE OR TRESTLES
O: 4 mi, no gain, to the pier, or 8 mi to Trestles. Return by bus from either place. Enjoy the beach scenes and new trail along the railroad. Meet 9 am at Doheny State Park Road & Dana Harbor Drive, 1 block west of PCH in Dana Point. Park 1 block uphill from meet location. Bring water, hat, sunscreen, hiking shoes (may get wet), lunch (or $ to buy lunch at pier). Ldr: Sylvie C�t�. Asst: Todd Clark.
JUN 24 SUN 9:00 AM	HISTORIC SEAL BEACH WALK
O: Enjoy fresh ocean air and exercise while viewing historic sights and learning about Seal Beach' s colorful part on this 4 mi walk on mostly level terrain (possible � 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. Leader Patricia Barnes, Assistant Joe Maynard.
JUN 27 WED 9:30 AM	END OF SEASON HIKE/POTLUCK
O: 5 mi, min. gain on a loop hike on the East Aliso Creek Trail. Bring water, lugsoles for the hike. For the potluck, bring a dish for 4-6 to share, plus your own plate, cup and utensils. Meet 9:30 am at the Aliso Wood parking lot (from Alicia Pkwy, S to just past AlisoCreek Rd, turn R into Awma Rd and the parking lot. $3 parking. Ldr: Pita Landesman. Asst: Dea Denton.
JUN 30 SAT 8:30 AM	SUMMERTIME IN THE MOUNTAINS
O: We' ll wander about 1-2 mi, 500' gain up Icehouse Canyon to see remnants of half-century-old (or more!) cabins, and rest beside an old stone fireplace. Then stick our feet into an icy creek to bait fish and toe-biters. Supervised children and adults welcome. Meet 8:30am North Orange County rideshare pt or 9:30am Mt. Baldy rideshare pt. Wear warm clothes, sturdy shoes; bring water and lunch. We will make a stop near Baldy Village to see a reconstructed Tongva shelter and to buy an Adventure Pass (USFS parking Pass.) Rain cancels. Ldr: Julie Garner, Assts: Dave Kuhn, Jay Matchett.
OCT 26-NOV 2 FRI-FRI	20S/30S/40S YELLOWSTONE & GRAND TETON ADVENTURE
O: Hot Springs, geysers, wildlife and more as we explore Yellowstone & the Grand Tetons from our townhouse at the Island Park Village Resort. Be prepared for cold hiking weather and snow-covered mountains. Bring your sleeping bag & $$ for dinner out. Cost includes lodging and daily breakfast: Sierra Club Members pay $300, Non-Sierra Club $350. Pay via paypal or RSVP for instructions. Details e-mailed to confirmed participants. Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net). Co-Ldrs: Meriven Deocariza (merivenlives@yahoo.com) & Scott Closson (closs100@chapman.edu).