July Outings
| July 2 |
Benefit Night at Wild Thyme Cafe in South Pasadena
Join us for an evening of good food and casual conversation, and learn
about our Group's outings and conservation programs. A percentage of proceeds from your meal order will
benefit Pasadena Group's activities. 5-8 pm Wild Thyme Cafe and Bakery, 805 Fair Oaks Ave, South Pasadena.
Coordinators: Elizabeth Pomeroy, Don Bremner |
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July 3 to
July 6 |
Backpacking Committee
Fourth of July Yosemite High Country Backpack Adventure
Join us on this spectacular 4-day adventure and 3-day backpack to the Yosemite High Country.
We'll leave LA by bus on July 3. Friday morning we'll take the
bus to our trailhead near Tuolumne Meadows. We hike on trail with some xc to Sunshine Camp. The
second day we'll climb Clouds Rest or explore nearby backcountry. During our trip, we will have an
opportunity to learn/practice navigation. Trip includes bus transportation, permits and bus snacks.
Send bkpk exper/cond info, 2 large sase, h&w phones, e-mail, check payable to Sierra Club
for $165 member or $180 nonmember to Leader: Ann Pedreschi, 437 Roads End St., Glendale, CA 91205-3331 |
| Leaders: |
Ann Pedreschi Asst: Virgil Shields |
| Sponsor: |
Backpacking Committee |
| Rating: |
O |
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July 3 to
July 6 |
Backpacking Committee
May Lake Yosemite Backpacking Bus Trip
Leave LA Thu afternoon for a 3-day backpack. Starting from the Tioga Pass Road we will go to
May Lake on this 7-mile, 1,500' gain/loss trip. We will have a layover day where it is possible to
hike to Polly Dome Lakes or Mt. Hoffmann on your own. Return by similar route. No beginners. Send
two 4x9 sase's, h&w phones, SC#, recent backpack exper/cond, check payable to Sierra Club for $165
member or $180 nonmembe to Leader: Fred Dong, PO Box 423, Montrose, CA 91021-0403 |
| Leaders: |
Fred Dong Asst: Stephanie Gross |
| Sponsor: |
Backpacking Committee |
| Rating: |
O |
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July 3 to
July 6 |
Backpacking Committee
Yosemite Bus Lodge Trip
Not a backpack. Join us as we enjoy hiking, sightseeing with opportunities for bike rides,
river floating, photography and other activities in spectacular Yosemite National Park. No
beginners. Leave Thursday afternoon, return Sunday evening. Moderate hiking with great views
in Yosemite Valley area and possibly Tuolumne Meadows. Relax in evening with ranger-led programs
and dining opportunities in Yosemite Valley. Space is very limited. Cost includes bus, 3 nights
lodging in Yosemite Valley Cabins (shared bathrooms), park fees, plus Sun. night dinner. All
persons own bed. Send two 4x9 sase, h&w phones, SC#, check payable to Sierra Club $425
per person. Nonmember add $25 to Reservationist/Asst. Leader: Adrienne Benedict, 276 Green Lea
Place, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361-1122 |
| Leaders: |
George Denny Asst: Adrienne Benedict |
| Sponsor: |
Backpacking Committee |
| Rating: |
O |
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| July 4 |
Moonlight Hike to Mt Lowe from Eaton Saddle
Join us for this popular event. Enjoy Rose Bowl fireworks from high
above LA Basin on moderate 4 mile, 500' gain hike in Front Range. Meet 6:45 pm La Caņada rideshare
point with water, snack, hiking boots, flashlight; binoculars helpful. |
| Leaders: |
Don Bremner, Bob Meade, Norm Stabeck |
| Rating: |
O |
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July 9 to
July 13 |
Backpacking Committee
John Muir Wilderness Lakes & Hot Springs
Challenging 35-mile, 3000' gain backpack through the High Sierras northwest of Edison Lake
in this little traveled section of the John Muir Wilderness. We'll stay at the Margaret Lakes,
soak at Iva Bell Hot Springs, lounge at Peter Pande Lake and cross over Goodale Pass for this
exciting traverse through an area guaranteed for its natural beauty and solitude. Each day we'll
stop at a different lake. This short shuttle trip, starting at the Onion Spring/Arch Rock
trailhead and ending at Edison Lake should prove both challenging and restorative. Send check
for $50 (refundable at trailhead) payable to the Sierra Club Backpacking Section, two sase,
h&w phones and recent backpacking exper/cond and carpool info to Leader: Mark Jacobs, 9757
Apricot Lane, Beverly Hills, CA 90210-1501 |
| Leaders: |
Mark Jacobs Co-leader: Tim Luzzi |
| Sponsor: |
Backpacking Committee |
| Rating: |
O |
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| July 13 |
Cooper Canyon to Buckhorn
Moderate 5 mile loop hike, 1000' loss down Cooper Canyon to waterfalls on north side
San Gabriel Mountains, 900' gain up Buckhorn Creek. We'll see and learn about mid-summer
wildflowers, including rare lemon lily, at seeps along trail. Adventurous newcomers welcome.
Meet 8:00 am La Canada rideshare point. Bring water, lunch, hiking boots, swim suit for dip
in pool beneath waterfall. Short car shuttle. |
| Leaders: |
David Czamanske, Bill Joyce, Denise Sims |
| Co-Sponsors: |
Crescenta Valley |
| Rating: |
O |
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| July 18 |
Moonlight Hike to Mt Lowe from Eaton Saddle
Enjoy night views above LA Basin on moderate 4 mile, 500'gain hike to historic peak in front
range. Meet 7:00 pm La Caņada rideshare point with water, snack, hiking boots, flashlight. |
| Leaders: |
Norm Stabeck, Pam Allen, David Czamanske, Denise Sims |
| Rating: |
O |
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| July 26 |
Mt. Islip (8250') from Islip Saddle
Moderately paced, 7 mile, 1600' gain hike with great views. Meet 8:00 am La Canada rideshare
point with water, lunch, good footwear, suitable clothing layers. |
| Leaders: |
Norm Stabeck, Gary Kinsley |
| Rating: |
O |
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