Events - Sierra Singles Section, Angeles Chapter Sierra Club

Events

NOTICE: In order to participate in a Sierra Club outing, you will need to sign a liability waiver. If you would like to read a copy of the waiver prior to attending the outing, please see: Liability Waiver

NOTICE: CST 2087766-40. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California.

NOTICE: In the interests 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.

Rideshare Meeting Points

Full list on Angeles Chapter site

Azusa: On street next to market, 9th St & Azusa Av N of Foothill Bl. (Map)

La Canada: Angeles Crest Hwy (2), Just N. of Foothill Fwy (I-210). Park on Angeles Crest Hwy only. (Map)

Malibu: Malibu Civic Center. Parking lot not avail on Sat; park on street. From Pacific Coast Hwy, N on Webb Way, R on Civic Center Way. (Map)

West LA: Federal Bldg parking lot, visitors section, Veteran S. of Wiltshire. (Map)

Woodland Hills: Taft High School parking lot, SW corner of Ventura Bl & Winnetka. (Map)

To see the Sierra Singles schedule using the Angeles Chapter's site outings page, go to:

Angeles Chapter - Sierra Singles Outings

November 2009

Nov 1 Sun Sierra Singles, 20s & 30s Singles
O: Beachwood Cyn Walk: Join us for a moderate, socially paced 2 mi walk in the Upper Beachwood Cyn neighborhood. The scenic walk is on narrow streets and six staircases. Scenic views of the Hollywood sign, Hollywood reservoir and Griffith Park observatory. Meet 9:30 am on the SW corner of Beachwood Dr & Belden Dr (Thomas Guide map 593 F1/G1. Parking free on Beachwood). Bring water, money and comfortable walking shoes. Rain cancels. Ldr: Arlene Bernstein. Co-Ldr: David Hyman

Nov 6 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Nov 7 Sat Sierra Singles
O: Downtown LA City Walk: Socially paced 3 mi rt. Take short Metro subway ride to heart of the city for tour of cultural and historic sites, including New Cathedral, Music Center and Walt Disney Hall. See unexpected fountains, gardens and more. Lunch at historic Clifton's Cafeteria. 4 hrs. Meet 9:30 am at information booth near front entrance to Union Station, 800 N Alameda St. Public parking available at nearby lots. Wear walking shoes, sun protection, dress for weather. Bring water, $ for parking, lunch and Red Line tickets. Rain cancels. Ldr: Bob Dean. Co-Ldr: Elaine Ayala

Nov 7 Sat Sierra Singles
O: Parker Mesa Overlook at Pacific Palisades: Moderate 8 mi, 1600' gain to Parker Mesa Overlook (1525') in Topanga State Park, via Los Liones Cyn Trail and E Topanga Fire Rd. Meet 9 am at the Los Liones Cyn Trailhead (PCH E to Sunset Blvd, L on Los Liones Dr ½ mi to dead end across from LDS Church). Bring 2-3 qts water, hat, sunscreen, lugsoles, snacks. Rain cancels. Ldrs: Marshall Ratinoff, Kathleen Murphy

Nov 13 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Nov 14 Sat San Fernando Valley, Sierra Singles
O: Pierce College Tour: Join us for a leisurely, 1 mi, 800' gain hike through hills surrounding Pierce College. In addition to the hike, we will walk through the campus farmland, stopping to view the Equestrian Ctr and other points of interest. Potluck lunch. Drinks and other refreshments provided. Limited to 20 people. By Nov 7 email or call Ldr: Gabe Sende. Co-Ldr: Sandra Tapia

Nov 14 Sat Sierra Singles, Natural Science
O: Winter Creek Loop: PLEASE NOTE: Today’s hike has been re-scheduled in non-Angeles Forest area. For new details contact Ldr: John Depoy (see leaders directory page for contact info). Co-Ldr: Ginny Heringer

Nov 20 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Nov 27 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Nov 29 Sun Sierra Singles, San Fernando Valley
O: Moonlight Walk Along the Los Angeles River: Join us for a leisurely 2 mi moonlight walk along the Los Angeles River on a walking path. This part of the LA River has undergone a beautification project for walking, jogging and pet strolling. We'll listen to the music of the river while we talk. We'll see a couple of interesting creatures and the halfway point takes us to the back of CBS Studios. Although we may need to bundle up, we'll stay warm with the great company of each other. Afterwards we'll go to a local coffee shop for dessert and hot drinks. 2 hrs. Meet 6:30 pm at the intersections of Valleyheart Dr & Whitsett Ave (Christian Science Church, 4032 Whitsett Ave, Studio City, residential parking behind the church). Wear walking shoes, appropriate attire; bring water, flashlight. Rain cancels. Ldr: Sandra Tapia. Co-Ldr: Gabe Sende

December 2009

Dec 4 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Dec 6 Sun Sierra Singles, San Fernando Valley
O: Sepulveda Basin Beginners Walk: 5 mi rt at slow to moderate pace on walking trail. Newcomers welcome. Learn about the many activities this urban recreational area and restored natural habitat has to offer; fishing lake, bird watching, native plant garden, golf courses and a few other surprising elements. Optional late breakfast or early lunch at Monterey at Encino restaurant after. Meet 8:30 am in parking lot in front of the Encino golf course restaurant Monterey at Encino (16821 Burbank Blvd, Encino, landmark Encino Glen sign). Bring good walking shoes, water, hat, money. Rain or 90° cancels. Ldr: Sandra Tapia. Co-Ldr: Maggie Belknap

Dec 11 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Dec 12 Sat Sierra Singles, Natural Science
O: Switzer to Bear Creek: PLEASE NOTE: Today’s hike has been re-scheduled in non-Angeles Forest area. For new details contact Ldr: John Depoy (see leaders directory page for contact info). Co-Ldr: Michael Hecht

Dec 18 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Dec 19 Sat Sierra Singles
O: Old Pasadena City Walk: Socially paced 3 mi rt. 4 hrs. Take Metro Gold Line to Old Pasadena for tour of cultural and historic shopping and commercial districts. See parks, gardens and more. Walk portion of Rose Parade route along Colorado Blvd. Lunch at Paseo Colorado. Meet 9:30 am at information booth near front entrance to Union Station, 800 N Alameda St. Parking available at nearby lots. Dress for weather, wear walking shoes and sun protection. Bring water, $ for parking, lunch, Gold Line tickets. Rain cancels. Ldr: Bob Dean. Co-Ldr: Sandra Tapia

Dec 25 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Dec 26 Sat Sierra Singles, Natural Science
O: Red Box to Valley Forge: PLEASE NOTE: Today’s hike has been re-scheduled in non-Angeles Forest area. For new details contact Ldr: John Depoy (see leaders directory page for contact info). Co-Ldr: Janet Bartel

Dec 31-Jan 2 Thu-Sat Sierra Singles, Harwood
O: Full Moon New Year's at Harwood Lodge: This New Year's holiday join other revelers to howl at the full moon on the stroke of midnight! Come up to the Angeles Chapter's comfortably rustic lodge to hike, dance, relax, enjoy delicious food and toast the coming year. Bring friends who've heard you talk about the Sierra Club all these years! Includes lodge fees, all fabulous happy hours and meals Send 2 sase, phones, email, $95 with SC#/$105 non-member (Sierra Singles) to Ldr: Mary Morales. Overseer: Russ Hansen

January 2010

Jan 1 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Jan 3 Sun Sierra Singles, San Fernando Valley
O: Los Angeles River - Bette Davis Picnic Area: After a couple days rest from bringing in the New Year, join us for this 6 mi rt, 4 hr walk along the Los Angeles River and a picnic lunch afterwards. Though this walk is close to major thoroughfares, we will enjoy the scenic Glendale Narrows, the central and longest natural area of the LA River, the variety of birds, and each others' company. Afterwards we will go to the Bette Davis Picnic Area to enjoy our lunches. This is part of a series of LA River walks that will eventually take us to the Pacific Ocean. Meet 9 am intersection of Riverside Dr, Victory Blvd and Sonora Ave (the Bette Davis Picnic Area). Rain within 2 days cancels. Bring water, walking shoes, appropriate attire, lunch, something extra to share. Ldr: Sandra Tapia. Co-Ldr: Terry Boehmer

Jan 8 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Jan 9 Sat Sierra Singles, Natural Science
O: Grizzly Flat: PLEASE NOTE: Today’s hike has been re-scheduled in non-Angeles Forest area. For new details contact Ldr: John Depoy (see leaders directory page for contact info). Co-Ldr: Al Moggia

Jan 15 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Jan 16 Sat Sierra Singles, San Fernando Valley
O: North Hollywood Arts District: Join us as we get a look at the NoHo Arts District, where the Arts are Center Stage. This community is filled with an eclectic array of entertainment options; theatres, art galleries, public art, professional dance studios, the largest concentration of music recording venues, annual festivals and a myriad of clothing and specialty shops. Afterwards join us for lunch. 4 hrs. Meet 9:30 am at the N Hollywood Red Line entrance. Wear walking shoes, appropriate attire. Bring water, $ for lunch. Rain cancels. Ldr: Sandra Tapia. Co-Ldr: Bob Dean

Jan 22 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Jan 23 Sat Sierra Singles
O: Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Birthplace: Join us for a docent-led tour as you take in half a century of California, U.S. and world history showcased at this 9-acre site in Yorba Linda, CA. See the original boyhood home of our 37th president; visit the museum galleries, gardens, hop aboard a Marine One helicopter. Reflect at the president's final resting place. Limited group size—reserve by Jan 14. Send sase, phones, email, $16 adult, $15 senior (Sierra Club) to Ldr: Mary Morales. Co-Ldr: Elaine Ayala

Jan 23 Sat Sierra Singles, Natural Science
O: West Fork, San Gabriel River: PLEASE NOTE: Today’s hike has been re-scheduled in non-Angeles Forest area. For new details contact Ldr: John Depoy (see leaders directory page for contact info). Co-Ldr: Michael Hecht

Jan 28 Thu Sierra Singles
Monthly Meeting: "New San Gabriel Mtns Wilderness Areas." Join one of our most ardent and committed Sierra Club activists, Juana Torres, to learn all about the 2009 campaign to protect millions of acres of wilderness across the United States that also created almost 40,000 acres of new wilderness right here in the San Gabriel Mtns. The Omnibus Public Lands Management Act, passed in March 2009, was historic public lands legislation. Juana was one of the San Gabriel Mtns Forever campaign supporters who helped make this happen! Current conservation news and announcements will begin the meeting. Everyone is welcome. 6:30 pm refreshments, 7 pm program at LA Zoo in Griffith Park (follow Sierra Singles signs to meeting room—front gate closes promptly at 7:30 pm, please arrive early). Contact: Jeanne Karpenko

Jan 29 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Jan 31 Sun Sierra Singles
O: "Baby Boomer" Beach Bicycle Ride: All welcome for leisurely paced 10 mi rt bicycle ride. Easy, level ride along beach bike path with beautiful ocean views through scenic South Bay beaches. Walk Redondo Beach Pier, learning about its unique history. Optional lunch to follow. 4 hrs. Meet 9:30 am on Redondo Beach Pier, in front of El Torito Restaurant. Public parking structure available nearby. Wear helmet, sun protection, dress for weather. Bring bicycle, helmet, water, $ for parking and lunch. Rain cancels. Ldr: Bob Dean. Co-Ldr: Arlene Bernstein

February 2010

Feb 5 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Feb 6 Sat Sierra Singles, Natural Science
O: Altadena to Millard: PLEASE NOTE: Today’s hike has been re-scheduled in non-Angeles Forest area. For new details contact Ldr: John Depoy (see leaders directory page for contact info). Co-Ldr: Bill Gaskill

Feb 12 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Feb 13 Sat Sierra Singles, San Fernando Valley
O: Los Angeles Flower Market: Join us as we tour the LA Flower Market, the largest flower market in the United States, where virtually every variety of cut flower can be found, plus potted plants, dried and silk flowers and floral supplies. This is the time to buy your honey or yourself flowers for Valentine's Day. 4 mi, 4 hours. Afterwards we will enjoy a late breakfast or early lunch and share our purchases. We meet 9 am at the Metro Red Line Entrance at 7th St/Metro Center. Wear good walking shoes; bring $2 entrance fee, food, umbrella. Heavy rain cancels. Ldr: Sandra Tapia. Co-Ldr: Elaine Ayala

Feb 19 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Feb 20 Sat Sierra Singles, Natural Science
O: Altadena to Oakwilde: PLEASE NOTE: Today’s hike has been re-scheduled in non-Angeles Forest area. For new details contact Ldr: John Depoy (see leaders directory page for contact info). Co-Ldr: Al Moggia

Feb 20 Sat Sierra Singles
O: Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum: Enjoy docent-led group tour as you immerse yourself in the history of the 40th US President. This mountaintop mission-style retreat in Simi Valley, CA has sweeping views of mountains, valleys and the Pacific Ocean. Gallery displays of artifacts from the president's childhood, a varied professional career and the White House years. See authentically recreated Oval Office, a piece of the Berlin Wall and walk through the Air Force One pavilion. Spend a few quiet moments at the president's memorial resting place. Limited group size. Reserve by Feb 12. Send sase, phones, email, $18 adult, $15 senior (Sierra Club) to Ldr: Mary Morales. Co-Ldr: Bob Dean

Feb 25 Thu Sierra Singles
Monthly Meeting: Gene Arias returns. What will it be? Part II of the Everest expedition, not only the marathon but adventures leading to the start at Base Camp near Gork Shep, the first good views of Mt Everest and a supply village for most treks in that area. And the best part, Gene will share personal views, anecdotes and daily events. Come and find out what this fabled storyteller has for us. Everyone welcome. 6:30 refreshments, 7 pm program at LA Zoo in Griffith Park (follow Sierra Singles signs to meeting room—front gate closes promptly at 7:30 pm, please arrive early). Contact: Jeanne Karpenko

Feb 26 Fri West LA, Sierra Singles
O: Pacific Palisades Hike in Topanga State Park To Parker Mesa Overlook: 6:45 pm

Feb 27 Sat Sierra Singles
O: Multi-Cultural Walk in Downtown LA: Socially paced 3 mi rt through Chinatown District and Olvera St, including a short Metro Gold Line ride. 3 hrs. Tour historic and cultural sites. See colorful shops, public artwork and the unique architectural features of these two areas. Optional lunch to follow. Dress for weather. Wear walking shoes and sun protection. Parking available at nearby lots. Meet 9:30 am at information booth near front entrance to Union Station, 800 N Alameda St. Bring water, money for parking, lunch and Gold Line train tickets. Rain cancels. Ldr: Bob Dean. Co-Ldr: Elaine Mellinger

Feb 28 Sun Sierra Singles, San Fernando Valley
O: Moonlight Walk through CSUN: Join us for a 4 mi Full Snow/Hunger Moon moonlight walk through CSUN, a 356-acre campus in the heart of San Fernando Valley. We'll see what this campus is about during a quiet time. And though the moon has these names, we're pretty sure we'll be safe from the snow and not go hungry as we walk about CSUN. Afterwards we'll go for dessert and hot drinks. 3 hrs. Meet 6:30 pm in Starbucks parking lot, 9420 Reseda Blvd. Wear good walking shoes, appropriate attire; bring water, flashlight. Rain cancels. Ldr: Sandra Tapia. Co-Ldr: Laura Lee-Stewart

Down the road....

Jun 26-Jul 3 Sat-Sat Angeles Chapter, Sierra Sage of S Orange Co, Sierra Singles
O: Black Hills Adventure: Explore South Dakota's fabulous Black Hills. Custer State Park is world-renowned for its large buffalo herd and, at this time of year, we can expect to see a lot of buffalo calves. Bring your camera and binoculars as pronghorn antelope, prairie dogs, elk, deer, wild burros, and mountain goats inhabit the park and are often visible. A jeep safari to the buffalo herds followed by a chuckwagon BBQ will round out the experience. Other highlights include Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Jewel Cave and/or Wind Cave, hiking around Devils Tower and an optional trip to the Badlands. Includes 6 nights lodging in South Dakota; transportation from Rapid City to the Black Hills and return and all transportation in the Black Hills; admission fees to all group activities; and happy hours, for $1150 with SC#/$1225 non-member. Participants are responsible for transportation to and from Rapid City and for meals. $500 deposit to hold your reservation (remainder due 4/1/10). For complete information, itinerary and application, send 2 sase to Ldr: Mike Sappingfield. Asst: Mary Morales