Trail Canyon in the Spring Mountains makes a great fitness hike. The trail climbs for 2 miles and gains 1,500 feet until it intersects the North loop Trail. Since the trail is easy to follow and this is a fitness-minded event, everyone is free to move at their own pace. Use your fellow hikers as...

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Social Distancing/HikeMask CanyonClimbSlow & Steady Hiker gear, gloves2 miles800’3 climb2-3 hours PLEASE READ:Lyn Blackshaw & Diane Wilson are observing coronavirus safety on all hikes.6 feet apart from each otherNot talking directly into another’s face.No passing of packs or sharing other gear.Our usual basic quietness to stay alert & present in nature & with each other.Very...

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IMPORTANT: If the gates to the Visitor Gateway are still locked, park up the hill by the vault toilet off the first exit from the traffic circle. ***Dogs ARE allowed; on a leash.*** This is about a 2-mile hike - 3 miles if gate locked and we start up on hill. There is some light...

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If you have never rappelled or just learning, this class is for you. We will cover the basics of rappelling and you will do a few rappels. You must be a 52er to attend. I am keeping the class small so you get in 3 or 4 rappels. All go on the waiting list. We...

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SocialDistancing Practiced/HikemasksCompetent SeniorClimbers IntermediateTechnical RockClimbing5.7-5.10 Leads 20 minute approach Open to a few friends & friends-to-be. You always need standard rock climb gear: shoes, harness, helmet, safety tether, locker, locking belay device. Also anchor gear, quick draws, 60m dynamic rope. Routes may change with Weather & Whim. Safety First! & then it's fun! **************************Please be...

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Please read the entire description. Participants will be required to sign a Waiver similar to the Disclaimer below. This hike will go up Trail Canyon to the Junction and turn left on the North Loop Trail and continue past Cave Springs to Burn Tree (which is at the base of the infamous scree field for...

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REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP • You must have done one of my Tier 2 or higher hikes or be able to describe your scrambling experience (places and people). I’m not interested in the trail hikes you’ve done. • YOU MUST SIGN A WRITTEN WAIVER TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is...

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• 7PM Monday/Thursday evening walk• Dog friendly. We walk on the mostly-lighted recreational path from the Silver Springs Recreation Center east to Legacy Park and back. This is a nice walk with a great group.• Evening Stroll in a nice place. Pittman Wash has a mostly-lighted paved footpath with benches for resting; plant information markers...

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Social Distancing/HikeMask Wearing ScrambleExploreSlow & Steady Hiker gear, gloves, helmet good.1 mile600’3+ - 42hours PLEASE READ:Lyn Blackshaw & Diane Wilson are observing coronavirus safety on all hikes.6 feet apart from each otherNot talking directly into another’s face.No passing of packs or sharing other gear.Our usual basic quietness to stay alert & present in nature &...

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Hike: Charleston Peak via Trail Canyon & North LoopTrailhead: Trail Canyon THIS IS A LONG HIKE, PLAN IN AN ALL DAY HIKE!!!!!EVENT MIGHT BE CANCEL DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS Distance: 17 milesElevation gain: 4,000 feetElevation peak: 11,918 feetTime: 10 hoursDifficulty: 5Danger level: 3Class: 2Poles are very helpful for this hike.Let's hike up to the highest...

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This will be a very long day. Must have done Griffith Peak first before coming on this hike. We start at the crack of dawn to make the most of the daylight. Bring a head lamp, a wind breaker jacket in case the weather changes on us, at least 100 oz of water or more,...

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REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP - NO EXCEPTIONS • You must have done one of my Tier 3 or higher hikes with me. • YOU MUST SIGN A WRITTEN WAIVER TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is here:http://richardwaltjen.com/written-waiver/If you have already provided one, you do not need to provide another one. Text...

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Please read the entire description. Participants will be required to sign a Waiver similar to the Disclaimer below. Masks are not required while hiking but everyone must bring a mask for carpooling which is mandatory due to limited parking at the trailheads. This is the 7th annual Charleston Series. The hikes get progressively harder in...

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I'm planning on driving to Whitney Portal on Fri afternoon. I'm going to do a scouting hike of the Mountaineers Route on Sat morning which everyone is welcome to join. This will be about a 3 mile round trip to the ledges with about 1,500 gain. This is the part I did in the dark...

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Not for beginners, if we haven't hiked together you must have at least a few verifiable rock scrambling hikes on your vegashikers profile. We’ll scramble up Ash Canyon to the saddle, down the wash, make a right at the Hell Hill trail but instead of going up the trail, we'll scramble up the nearby gully....

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REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP-NO EXCEPTIONS • You must have hiked with me on a Tier 4 hike. • YOU MUST SIGN A WRITTEN WAIVER TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is here:http://richardwaltjen.com/written-waiver/If you have already provided one, you do not need to provide another one. Text the keyword "camping" to number...

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This route avoids the dreaded scree slope. There's some fun scrambling on this route and we will pass Raintree and Mummy Springs.Bring rain gear.All go on the waiting list. STATS:Hike: Mummy Mountain via North Loop TrailTrailhead: North Loop (Deer Creek) — markedDistance: 9.5 miles — round tripElevation gain: 3,142 feetElevation Peak: 11,542 feetTime: 8 hoursDifficulty:...

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•7PM Monday/Thursday evening walk• Dog friendly. We walk on the mostly-lighted recreational path from the Silver Springs Recreation Center east to Legacy Park and back. This is a nice walk with a great group.• Evening Stroll in a nice place. Pittman Wash has a mostly-lighted paved footpath with benches for resting; plant information markers along...

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REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP • YOU MUST SIGN A WRITTEN WAIVER TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is here:http://richardwaltjen.com/written-waiver/If you have already provided one, you do not need to provide another one. This hike is a Green Tier/Tier 1 hike on my Scrambling Tiers list. Text the keyword "camping" to number...

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We will meet at Suncoast casino on 2nd Floor of the Self-Park Garage which is behind the casino at 6:30 am and then carpool to the Marina 490 Horsepower Cove RdBoulder City, NV 89005. we'll make sure that each car have someone with National Park pass. THIS IS A PAID EVENT. $55 EACH FOR THE...

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• 7PM Monday/Thursday evening walk• Dog friendly. We walk on the mostly-lighted recreational path from the Silver Springs Recreation Center east to Legacy Park and back. This is a nice walk with a great group.• Evening Stroll in a nice place. Pittman Wash has a mostly-lighted paved footpath with benches for resting; plant information markers...

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• Shared event with Trail-Seekers and/or PickUp Sports Meetup group • Masks are now mandatory in public meetup gathering areas. Masks are optional during actual hike but social distancing is still in effect. Starting early to beat the heat and UV sun exposure. Relatively easy 4.3 mile "no scrambling" hike (Level 2), elevation gain 650...

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• Shared event with Adventurers and/or PickUp Sports Meetup group • Masks are now mandatory in public meetup gathering areas. Masks are optional during actual hike but social distancing is still in effect. Starting early to beat the heat and UV sun exposure. Relatively easy 4.3 mile "no scrambling" hike (Level 2), elevation gain 650...

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Every Saturday here at NCC, Moriah Goodwin, a passionate local yogi, will be leading yoga classes! Come join us for an hour to increase your flexibility and core strength for climbing while decompressing from the long week. Bring your own mat and water bottle. Only $10 to join.

•7PM Monday/Thursday evening walk• Dog friendly. We walk on the mostly-lighted recreational path from the Silver Springs Recreation Center east to Legacy Park and back. This is a nice walk with a great group.• Evening Stroll in a nice place. Pittman Wash has a mostly-lighted paved footpath with benches for resting; plant information markers along...

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• 7PM Monday/Thursday evening walk• Dog friendly. We walk on the mostly-lighted recreational path from the Silver Springs Recreation Center east to Legacy Park and back. This is a nice walk with a great group.• Evening Stroll in a nice place. Pittman Wash has a mostly-lighted paved footpath with benches for resting; plant information markers...

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• Shared event with Adventurers and/or PickUp Sports Meetup group • Masks are now mandatory in public parking and gathering areas. Masks are optional during actual hike but social distancing is still in effect. Anti-maskers are not welcome on this hike. Do not make ANY right turn (wrong way) from the main Calico Basin Road....

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• Shared event with Trail-Seekers and/or PickUp Sports Meetup group • Masks are now mandatory in public parking and gathering areas. Masks are optional during actual hike but social distancing is still in effect. Anti-maskers are not welcome on this hike. Do not make ANY right turn (wrong way) from the main Calico Basin Road....

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Every Saturday here at NCC, Moriah Goodwin, a passionate local yogi, will be leading yoga classes! Come join us for an hour to increase your flexibility and core strength for climbing while decompressing from the long week. Bring your own mat and water bottle. Only $10 to join.

•7PM Monday/Thursday evening walk• Dog friendly. We walk on the mostly-lighted recreational path from the Silver Springs Recreation Center east to Legacy Park and back. This is a nice walk with a great group.• Evening Stroll in a nice place. Pittman Wash has a mostly-lighted paved footpath with benches for resting; plant information markers along...

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• 7PM Monday/Thursday evening walk• Dog friendly. We walk on the mostly-lighted recreational path from the Silver Springs Recreation Center east to Legacy Park and back. This is a nice walk with a great group.• Evening Stroll in a nice place. Pittman Wash has a mostly-lighted paved footpath with benches for resting; plant information markers...

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• Shared event with Trail-Seekers and/or PickUp Sports Meetup group • Masks are now mandatory in public meetup gathering areas. Masks are optional during actual hike but social distancing is still in effect. Starting early to beat the heat and UV sun exposure. Relatively easy 4.3 mile "no scrambling" hike (Level 2), elevation gain 650...

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• Shared event with Adventurers and/or PickUp Sports Meetup group • Masks are now mandatory in public meetup gathering areas. Masks are optional during actual hike but social distancing is still in effect. Starting early to beat the heat and UV sun exposure. Relatively easy 4.3 mile "no scrambling" hike (Level 2), elevation gain 650...

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Every Saturday here at NCC, Moriah Goodwin, a passionate local yogi, will be leading yoga classes! Come join us for an hour to increase your flexibility and core strength for climbing while decompressing from the long week. Bring your own mat and water bottle. Only $10 to join.

•7PM Monday/Thursday evening walk• Dog friendly. We walk on the mostly-lighted recreational path from the Silver Springs Recreation Center east to Legacy Park and back. This is a nice walk with a great group.• Evening Stroll in a nice place. Pittman Wash has a mostly-lighted paved footpath with benches for resting; plant information markers along...

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