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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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