We have compiled outdoor events in the Southwest for you as a resource from various online sources –
they are not official Southwest Explorers’ events.
Hike the world largest active volcano.The Hike: 13 Miles Round TripElevation:13,679ftElevation Gain: 2700FtAdditional Reading: https://bigislandhikes.com/mauna-loa Southwest Airlines Info:Depart: Friday 10/08/21 07:55Return: Monday 10/11/21 11:05We can share expenses as a group or you can get your own lodging and car. It would be good for someone else to rent an apartment close to 73-1455 Ihumoe Street;...
It is the time of the year to get outside for overlanding!Updated info, we split this into 2 trips, second one possibly early November, part 1 for the north of the Valley, part 2 for the south.This will be a 3 day trip, we will visit a bunch of amazing places in the death valley.This...
Doing The Narrows .... From the Top Down.Did it a couple of years ago... going back.Campsites and Spots already reserved. Last time we did this the leaves on the trees were turning... hope we get that opportunity to see it again.6 people max. Saturday October 16th we will meet at Cannery Casino parking lot to...
http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/c/4/e/600_458568206 YOU MUST ANSWER THE QUESTION DURING RSVP PORTION or you will stay on the waitlist The Boot Boulder is a crazy looking rock that sits crooked atop a ridge. The hike itself is steep and is great for a fitness hike. Plenty of scrambling on the way up. The boot is dangerous and has...
SocialDistancing PracticedFully Vaccinated Competent Boomer Climbers IntermediateTechnical RockClimbing5.7-5.10 SportLead & TR 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! &...
Welcome to the new ultimate version of my "No-Route" hikes. A new "route" every time. Here's the concept: at the trailhead each hiker will draw a number at random. The hiker with the lowest number gets to choose (from choices offered by the organizer) which route segment we'll use to start the hike. Every time...
Nevada Climbing Center offers weekly (mon-sat) yoga classes in our in house yoga space- ROCK YOGA COLLECTIVE. NCC members get issued a code to attend classes for free. There are yoga only drop ins available.For class descriptions and to book please visit http://www.oroyogasphere.com/classes *must book ahead of time space is limited For more info, other...
**This is a rock scramble, not a trail hike. Sticky-soled boots required. No trail shoes. See below for Experience** You must indicate that you have read the entire hike description by responding to the question asked when signing up for the hike. Sign up is through the wait list. Helmets are always welcome. Be sure...
*note: with an uptick in new Covid cases this week in Clark County, it is recommended both vaccinated and unvaccinated wear masks and practice social distancing* •Monday/ThursdayKeeping it cool 7 p.m. walks! Join us! Great walks filled with intellectual topics and casual friendly conversations make every event seem just a little too short. • Two...
*note: with an uptick in new Covid cases this week in Clark County, it is recommended both vaccinated and unvaccinated wear masks and practice social distancing* •Monday/ThursdayKeeping it cool 7 p.m. walks! Join us! Great walks filled with intellectual topics and casual friendly conversations make every event seem just a little too short. • Two...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • Desert hiking - Bill and Ted certified "most excellent" pandemic rehab Relatively easy 4.3 mile "no scrambling 10000 steps" hike (Level 2), elevation gain 650 feet. From our parking area, we hike up and along an old mining road around the mountain bend. From this dirt...
The purpose of this event is to improve the west gully ascent route for White Rock Hills Peak. We will NOT be going to the peak. What we will be doing is (1) finding the most efficient entrance to the gully, (2) building cairns to mark the route, and (3) clipping branches obstructing the route....
Join us for an interesting scramble variation around the Seal Head Rock. This is a relatively short hike with a moderate pace with breaks as needed, but you must be able to hike at the speed of the group. Color of the day is BLACK. Not recommended for slow or timid scramblers. If you are...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • Desert hiking - Bill and Ted certified "most excellent" pandemic rehab Relatively easy 4.3 mile "no scrambling 10000 steps" hike (Level 2), elevation gain 650 feet. From our parking area, we hike up and along an old mining road around the mountain bend. From this dirt...
Fossil Ridge is an easy to follow trail hike located across from Red Rock Canyon. This is a short relatively easy hike that will recharge your batteries and give you a healthy dose of the outdoors. Follow West Charleston past the entrance to Red Rock Canyon. The parking lot is located on the left hand...
First of all, to meet off the trail and get to know one another. Then to get input on what type of trails/events people are looking for. We have a raffle system setup online.Please visit to participate.https://offro4d.com/shop/ Order your OFFRO4D Logo Shirt and support the group:https://www.amazon.com/OFFRO4D-Logo-Premium-T-Shirt/dp/B0863F2DS5/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=offro4d&qid=1620675369&sr=8-5
Aerial Silks by our dynamic aerialist Alex! On Tuesdays 8pm- 9:30pm NCC members take for free. $10 drop in for non members. Private lessons available for individual or small group. Contact Alex on Instagram @sharksharkwhale111 or text (702) 738-7664 For more info, other weekly events, or to fill out your liability waiver ahead of time,...
Time Required - 2 to 3 hoursDistance - 1.6 miles Total, 0.7 miles TechnicalRappels - 4 Rappels, Longest Rappel 100 feet.Elevation Range - 2850- 3560 FeetShuttle Required - No Vehicle - High Clearance Permit Required - No Required Minimum Skills: The ability to rappel The ability to rig a rappel device to provide the appropriate...
We'll seek out alternates to the fairly unpleasant trail by ascending in the dominant west gully to the summit ridge, then staying on the ridgeline to the top. On descent, we'll drop into an entirely different drainage ending up in a neat slot canyon. Lot's of Class 2 and 3 scrambling with modest exposure. Stats:...
Social Distancing/Full Vaccination easy fun close-inyoga mat or notyoga experience or not Hiker gear1- mile200’1+ hour PLEASE READ:Diane Wilson observing pandemic safety on all hikes. Basic QUIET to stay alert & present in nature & with each other. VERY SMALL NUMBER of participants. Please be aware the your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and...
Learn & practice beginner technical rockclimbing skills in safety of rockgym. Taught by professional rockclimber & owner Mike Lorenzo.Fun, friendly, skilled, safe. 4 week class for beginner 50+hikers & rockscramblers Wednesday 2pm-3pm plus practice time 4 Wednesday Classes start October 13 basic safety & climbing skill techniques that translate to outdoor rockscrambling & technical wall...
**Not appropriate for first-time scramblers....technical experience is necessary. ** The below description is the standard route. We will possibly add a few different transitions and a final descent we don't normally use. You must indicate that you read the entire hike description by answering the question asked when signing up for the hike. Sign up...
NCC hosts Local Ladies Night every Wednesday! Come hang out with other Las Vegas women climbers and meet your next climbing partner for the gym or outdoors. Perfect for beginners OR experienced climbers–climb your own climb while here and have a great time! Between 5 - 10pm, get a day pass for only $7 and...
Join us every Wednesday to meet other climbers and have an excellent training session or just casually climb with new friends! This is the perfect facility for beginners and experienced climbers with top ropes, bouldering, a lead climbing cave, a slackline, and climbing training equipment. Receive free rental gear with your purchase of a $14...
Every Wednesday 6:30pm here at NCC, Karina our passionate yoga director from our in-house yoga- ROCK YOGA COLLECTIVE will be leading our community donation based yoga. Come join us for a 45 min vinyasa flow to increase your flexibility and core strength for climbing while decompressing from the long week. Bring your own mat and...
Please read the whole hike description. New participants will be required to sign a Waiver similar to the Disclaimer below. 52 Peak Club members needing a specific Red Rock card(s) are encouraged to text me with the peak name and your availability and we'll work out a date to post the hike for you. We’ll...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • Desert hiking - Bill and Ted certified "most excellent" pandemic rehab Relatively easy 4.3 mile "no scrambling 10000 steps" hike (Level 2), elevation gain 650 feet. From our parking area, we hike up and along an old mining road around the mountain bend. From this dirt...
Bob's shoulder is still tweaked so this will be a shorter, less technical version of this route but still fun in the sun with friends. We begin with a heart pounding climb up to Graffitti Rock via the new AB slot or a diversion to an easier option. Then up the class 4 Salcido Slot,...
Social Distancing Practiced/ VaccinatedBoomer CompetentClimbers ***Please Read***This is a practice, not a teaching, for best technique. You will need all your own gear. 15 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...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • Desert hiking - Bill and Ted certified "most excellent" pandemic rehab Relatively easy 4.3 mile "no scrambling 10000 steps" hike (Level 2), elevation gain 650 feet. From our parking area, we hike up and along an old mining road around the mountain bend. From this dirt...
Skull Canyon is a trail hike that is a very challenging route with lots of ascents and descents. The total distance of this loop is 4.8 miles with an elevation gain of 1,186 feet. There isn’t any scrambling, but the trail is very steep in spots. There are lots of shady spots along this trail...
*note: with an uptick in new Covid cases this week in Clark County, it is recommended both vaccinated and unvaccinated wear masks and practice social distancing* •Monday/ThursdayKeeping it cool 7 p.m. walks! Join us! Great walks filled with intellectual topics and casual friendly conversations make every event seem just a little too short. • Two...
*note: with an uptick in new Covid cases this week in Clark County, it is recommended both vaccinated and unvaccinated wear masks and practice social distancing* •Monday/ThursdayKeeping it cool 7 p.m. walks! Join us! Great walks filled with intellectual topics and casual friendly conversations make every event seem just a little too short. • Two...
We don't need to meet at the Cannery and I would suggest not leaving your vehicle there at the casino as they could tow it. So I will help facilitate car pools that way each car pool can meet where it's convenient based on where folks live. It's a five hour drive so, my suggestion...
Welcome to the new ultimate version of my "No-Route" hikes. A new "route" every time. Here's the concept: at the trailhead each hiker will draw a number at random. The hiker with the lowest number gets to choose (from choices offered by the organizer) which route segment we'll use to start the hike. Every time...
Support OFFRO4D Las Vegas Follow this link to donate:https://checkout.square.site/pay/b64000165ebc4d0aac792a3a5a0b3dc4 We have a raffle system setup online.Please visit to participate.https://offro4d.com/shop/ Order your OFFRO4D Logo Shirt and support the group:https://offro4d.com/logoshirt/ Money collected:• To pay monthly Meetup.com fees for the group.• Pay for gas for Event Hosts.• Advertise group to grow.• Prevent having to collect dues.• Attract more...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • Desert hiking - Bill and Ted certified "most excellent" pandemic rehab Relatively easy 4.3 mile "no scrambling 10000 steps" hike (Level 2), elevation gain 650 feet. From our parking area, we hike up and along an old mining road around the mountain bend. From this dirt...
We'll ascend to just below summit on the "arrow route", Class 3+ and steep, about 1900'; then drop to north to start of canyon. The canyon is remarkably scenic and fun, with 8 rappels, up to 85', 2 slightly overhung, and some challenging Class 3 downclimbs. Expect about 5 miles roundtrip, about 6 hours. Everyone...
Icebox Peak is a super fun scramble with some very challenging climbs. There are a couple of ropes and a lot of sustained Class 3 and 4 sections. For the hardcore scrambler, this is a great route!! This hike is NOT the standard trail that takes you to the back of Icebox canyon. This route...
Jane's Beginner Grand Staircase scramble. SCRAMBLING is ROCK CLIMBING without ropes Fill out your profile with recent experience in strenuous outdoor physical exercise - rock scrambling, running, cycling, whatever. There's a waitlist, READ THE ENTIRE DESCRIPTION and answer the question at the end. Short: about 1.5-2 miles total at most (likely less, but up a...
REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP-NO EXCEPTIONS • YOU MUST SIGN A WRITTEN WAIVER TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is here:http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/written-waiver.pdfYou will not be moved to the "going" list without providing a signed waiver.If you have already provided one to me, you do not need to provide another one. • You must...
Bitter Springs Trail DescriptionBitter Springs Trail is a long and fun trail located just north of Las Vegas and travels from the Valley of Fire Road (NV 169) and Northshore Road. It crosses the Muddy Mountains and is one of the most beautiful trails in the Las Vegas area. Bitter Springs Trail is moderately long...
Prospect Trail is a moderate trail primarily used for hiking, nature trips and accessible year-round. Mid-October is one of the best times of the year to visit, before the weather changes end of the month to cold & windy. I've hiked this trail 20 + times & always something new to see- fossilized remains in...
• Shared event with another Meetup hiking group • Desert hiking - Bill and Ted certified "most excellent" pandemic rehab Relatively easy 4.3 mile "no scrambling 10000 steps" hike (Level 2), elevation gain 650 feet. From our parking area, we hike up and along an old mining road around the mountain bend. From this dirt...
Please, read the entire description. Everyone starts on the waitlist,if you are a recent no-show, you will have to wait to see if there's a spot for you.Only sign up if you intend to show up and participate in this event. Failing to attend when you are signed up prevents someone else from going. it's...
Basic Climbing lessons with experienced climber D.K.-classes are all lecture based, meant to give new interested climbers more building blocks for a solid foundation of climbing knowledge. 1) Covers Hold types and Beta technique names 2) Addresses using class 1 knowledge to read move effectively on the wall. 3) Covers different training types and basic...
Please read the whole hike description. New participants will be required to sign a Waiver similar to the Disclaimer below. 52 Peak Club members needing a specific Red Rock card(s) are encouraged to text me with the peak name and your availability and we'll work out a date to post the hike for you. We’ll...
See the red rocks glow at sunrise and enjoy a short early morning scramble. The route goes up Grand Staircase, down Side Door, and back to Red Springs. New participants will be required to sign a Waiver similar to the Disclaimer below. STATS• Distance: 1.5 mile loop.• Elevation gain: 800 ft.• Difficulty: moderate• Pace: 1...
SocialDistancing PracticedFully Vaccinated Competent Boomer Climbers IntermediateTechnical RockClimbing5.9-5.10 SportLead & TR 15 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! &...
Jane's Experienced Beginner level Scramble around Lookout Mtn route.NO ONE WITH ZERO EXPERIENCE documented in your profile.Group size maximum - about 12. Cardio fitness, stamina to climb a mountain, flexibility, upper body strength, good balance required. APPROACH shoes and a backpack that stays in place are necessaryThe cardio & respiratory fitness to keep up with...
DIRECTIONS: From the intersection of Charleston and 215 drive west Charleston 3.9 miles and turn right into Calico Basin Rd., drive 1.1 mile and turn right onto Calico Rd. Drive 0.1 miles and turn left onto Assisi Cyn., drive 0.1 mile, turn right onto Sandstone and drive 0.6 mile and turn onto the gravel road,...
REQUIREMENTS FOR SIGN UP - NO EXCEPTIONS • YOU MUST SIGN A WRITTEN WAIVER TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. The link to the written waiver is here:http://richardwaltjen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/written-waiver.pdfIf you have already provided one to me, you do not need to provide another one.You will not be moved to the "going" list until I have a waiver, signed...
NO NEW SCRAMBLERS.I plan on a slow, social pace. If you want fast, this is not the hike.This hike is fairly short but it has it all. Some good cardio, some challenging slots and steep downclimbs. We start by ascending Guardian Angel on the far left side (passing the infamous rock rabbit) then turn right...
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