Eaton Canyon Nature Center
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| From the 210 Freeway in Pasadena, take the Altadena Drive exit north
toward the mountains, go about 1.5 miles, cross New York Drive, and 500 feet north of New
York Drive, turn right at Eaton Canyon Park sign, follow driveway down to parking lot, Nature
Center is on the left. |
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Rideshare Meeting Places
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AZUZA RIDESHARE POINT: Drive to the the intersection of Azuza Avenue and 9th street
in the city of Azuza, north of Foothill Blvd. Park on the street next to the market. |
LA CANADA RIDESHARE POINT: Take the Foothill (I-210) Freeway to La Canada (which is northwest of Pasadena), exit at the Angeles Crest Highway (Route 2). Go north approximately 100
yards and park on the right side of the Highway. |
POMONA RIDESHARE POINT: Take the San Bernadino (I-10) Freeway to the city
of Pomona. Exit at Towne Avenue. Go south ½ block and park along the curb. |
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Difficulty Rating
(Reprinted from the Schedule of Activities
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| Trips are rated by terrain and skill level. "O" rated trips
are mostly on trail. Other trips may require special skills or experience. The Los Angeles
Chapter Safety Committee has established classifications for all participants and the event
leaders. This classification does not relate to outing strenuousness.
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| C |
For events conducted by a non-Sierra Club entity (i.e.
Concessionaire). |
| O |
Applies to a variety of uncomplicated outings (i.e., city walks, bike
rides, trail hikes, backpacking.) May involve simple off trail hiking not requiring navigations skills.
Climbing level: "Class 1" terrain. |
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Includes outings that involve cross-country travel where
navigations is necessary. Rougher ground that "O" outings may be traversed, and
the use of hands for balance may be necessary. Includes outings that have snow travel or
skiing on easy terrain. Climbing level: "Class2" terrain. |
| M |
Includes Moderate level climbing: "Class 3" terrain.
On rock, the hands are used for climbing. Some participants may want a safety belay. On snow,
safety dictates the use of ice axes and the ability to self-arrest. |
| E |
More exposed than an M outing. Climbing on "Class 4"
terrain. Rock climbs will use a rope for all in the party. On snow, steeper terrain than M outings
is permissible, and safety dictates the use of crampons. |
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Technical outings requiring specialized skills as identified in
the sponsoring group's safety policy. |
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What to Bring on a Hike
(Reprinted from the Southern Sierran)
The 10 Essentials
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For finding you way:
map of the area you are hiking in
compass
flashlight |
For your protection:
sunglasses
extra food and water
extra clothing |
For emergencies:
waterproof matches
candle or fire starter
pocketknife
first aid kit |
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