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October

2009

October 3
SUMMERLAND WALK: Join us for a 3.5 mrt walk through the back hills of Summerland. We’ll use little used paths, starting at Oceanview Park, to walk the trails above Summerland, returning on the back streets of the town. Easy, but lots of hills. Meet at 9am at the Bank of America parking lot, Hope Ave & State St. Bring water and a light snack. GERRY 964-5411 (SB)

October 3
SUNSET/MOONRISE HIKE AND POTLUCK AT LOS FLORES RANCH: We’ll hike to the ridge top, eat, and watch as the full moon comes up and sun goes down a few minutes later (5 miles round trip, moderate). Bring a daypack with food to share; as well as a plate, utensils, and water for yourself. Meet carpool groups near the Orcutt Long's Drugs at 4pm. Details: JIM 937-6766 (AR)

October 3-4
ANTELOPE PROTECTION WORK PARTY/CARCAMP - CARRIZO PLAIN NAT’L MONUMENT: Come help remove fences to allow the beautiful and endangered pronghorn antelope unobstructed access to all areas of the Plain. We have succeeded in clearing the American Ranch area; join us as we work on the Panorama Ranch. Camp at Selby campground, bring food, water, heavy-leather work gloves, and camping gear for the weekend. Potluck Sat night. Meet at the Goodwin Visitors’ Center at 9:00 am Sat. Rain cancels. Resource specialist: Alice Koch. For more information, contact Leaders: CAL and LETTY FRENCH, 14140 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446, (805-239-7338). Prefer e-mail lettyfrench@gmail.com Santa Lucia Chap/CNRCC Desert Committee

October 4
UCSB LAGOON: Stroll for an hour or so around the Lagoon and over the Bluffs at the University. Children welcome, bring water, slow paced 3 miles or so. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. KEITH 965-9953 (SB)

October 5
MONDAY MORNING WALK: Meet 9am at Arroyo Verde to do circle walk, Ventura. PAT 643-0270 (SP)

October 5-6
WILDERNESS RESTORATION - DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK: The currently planned project is to finish the conversion to a trail of the northern end of the old Mesquite Flats/Death Valley crossover road, which used to join the Scotty's Castle road near Red Wall Canyon. Meet Sunday evening or early Monday morning, work Monday and Tuesday. Potluck Monday night. On Wednesday, there will be a ranger lead hike for those who can stay over. (Project may change). For more information or to sign up; contact leader: KATE ALLEN 661-944-4056 kj.allen@wildblue.net (email preferred). CNRCC Desert Committee

October 10
LOST VALLEY - CASTLE ROCK: Hike from Nira Campground up the Lost Valley Trail. Primitive trail access to Castle Rock. Have lunch on top of this great massif. Strenuous 9 mrt. Bring plenty of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 8am. NOTE EARLY START TIME! TONY 455-4212 (SB)

October 11
ROCKY PINE RIDGE - SHORT ROUTE: From Camino Cielo, hike into this wonderful pine tree/rock region and skirt along the ridge line. Moderate hike with some rock hopping, 4-5 mrt. Bring water and lunch. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. ROBERT 685-1283 (SB)

October 12
MONDAY MORNING WALK: Meet 8:30am at Mission Plaza to carpool to Cozy Dell trailhead in Ojai off Highway 33. PAT 643-0270 (SP)

October 17
MIDDLE MATILIJA CAMP: Moderate 8 mrt along stream, mostly shaded, to Middle Matilija Camp. There are at least 17 creek crossings, but we will have no problem rock hopping across. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and good pair of hiking shoes/boots, and hat. Meet 8am at Ventura carpool (Seaward and Harbor between Carrow's and Bank) or 8:45am at trailhead. JIM 447-1876/644-6934 (SB)

October 17-18
EXPLORING THE SODA MOUNTAINS – MOJAVE DESERT: We will explore the ridges and deep washes of this relatively unknown and rugged Wilderness Study Area(WSA), located east of Barstow and north of I-15. Arrive late Saturday afternoon at the camping area in the open flats near the Cronese Lakes. Potluck Saturday night. The full day hike on Sunday will help us appreciate a unique place and to comment upon the future of this WSA which is currently uncertain. Hike is moderately difficult. For details contact leader: CRAIG DEUTSCHE, (310-477-6670), craig.deutsche@gmail.com. CNRCC Desert Committee

October 18
GEOLOGY HIKE: Hike with a Geologist from UCSB and learn a little about our local geology. The best front range geology can be seen by part driving/part hiking up Gibralter Road, and over to La Cumbre Peak. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. TONY 455-4212 (SB)

October 19
MONDAY MORNING WALK: No walk today. Go jogging! (SP)

October 24
MONTECITO PEAK: Hike up to a steep peak for a panoramic view of the South Coast. Strenuous 7.5 mrt. Bring lunch and lots of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. TONY 455-4212 (SB)

October 25
PLAYGROUND: Explore the labyrinth of boulders forming a natural playground off West Camino Cielo. Some rock scrambling and agility required. Always a new route! Bring lunch and plenty of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. ROBERT 685-1283 (SB)

October 25
SYCAMORE CANYON TRAIL: Meet Wilderness Basics Course leaders, enjoy the beautiful fall scenery in Sycamore Canyon, and find out about the upcoming course during an easy 4 mile walk. Bring water and wear good walking shoes. Meet in Sycamore Canyon parking lot at 2pm. Call for directions. TERESA 524-7170 (WBC)

October 26
MONDAY MORNING WALK: Meet 8:30am at Mission Plaza to carpool to Shelf Road in Ojai. PAT 643-0270 (SP)

October 31
RATTLESNAKE TRAIL: Hike up a wooded canyon with scenic views to Gibraltar Rock. Moderate 5.5 mrt. Bring a snack and water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. TONY 687-1929 (SB)

October 31 - November 1
GHOST TOWN EXTRAVAGANZA: What could be more appropriate this Halloween weekend than to visit the ghosts and ruins of California's colorful past? Come with us to this eerie desert landscape near Death Valley. Camp at the historic ghost town of Ballarat (flush toilets & hot showers). On Sat, do a challenging hike to ghost town Lookout City with expert Hal Fowler who will regale us with tales of this wild west town. Sat. evening, Happy Hour and a potluck feast, followed by a midnight visit to Ballarat's graveyard. On Sun, a quick visit to the infamous Riley town site before heading home. Group size strictly limited. Send $8 per person (Sierra Club), 2 sase, H&W phones, email, rideshare info to Ldr: LYGEIA GERARD, P.O. Box 294726, Phelan, CA 92329; (760) 868-2179. CNRCC Desert Committee

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