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This meetup is all about social interaction, mostly through hiking. We think mental health is just as important as physical health, and that makes us different from other hiking groups. If you are interested in hiking, making friends, having fun, and exploring the greater Los Angeles area, then this group is for you. Hiking, PLUS other stuff!
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Ember Knight! “Water Can Fly!” A Dark Ride/Immersion/Concert356 S. Mission Road, Los Angeles, CA 90033, Los Angeles, CA
Please join us for a performance by Ember Knight (Sage's daughter): Dark Ride/Immersion Experience/Concert
Ember began soloing for the 120-member Agape Intl Choir at the age of 3. At age 11, I took her for a lesson with my coach, Robert Edwards, a well-respected and loved vocal instructor, and he said,
"She's a singer."
"I'm a singer," I said.
"Well, she's a singer like Babe Ruth was a baseball player."
"Oh."Check out UNNAMED (video of the song Jim's been playing on hikes):
Deets:
$35 GA in advance
GA $40. at the door (if space allows)"Getting Mad", one of five shorts in "The Ember Knight Show" series, won the 2022 Audience Award at Slamdance film fest.
AND, ♥️♥️ She's My Daughter ♥️♥️ ! Come see her live! (and maybe we'll all go to one of your kid's shows...?)
Details and tickets: www.WaterCanFly.com
Time:
doors open 7:30
No Entry after 8:30
optional after partyLocation:
Warehouse at 356 S. Mission Road, Los Angeles, CA 90033Neither Jim nor I could figure out how to purchase a ticket. So (with no disrespect intended), I'm gonna tell you how it works:
Go to www.WaterCanFly.com.
Click on the TICKETS button, choose the number of tix you'd like.
Click ADD.
A pop up will pop up. Fill it out.
Click ADD again.
A tiny shopping cart will appear (on my screen it's in the lower right hand corner). That is your cart.
Click on the cart icon and complete your transaction.When I called the project manager and reported the site issue, he checked it out and said, "I think young people will figure it out..." sigh...
Want to check her out before deciding? Here are a few little goodies:
Spotify:
Ember KnightMy new favorite video (yes she is singing the Dr. Bronner's Soap label):
"Love Is Like a Willful Bird""Pandora", another new release.
Adult Swim SMALL, very silly video from her series on Manners: "Getting Dressed":
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/stories/emburgler/ - LIVE FROM EARTH (Pat Benatar tribute) - Potluck Picnic & Concert23400 Park Sorrento, Calabasas, CA
Named after Benatar's 1983 live album, LIVE FROM EARTH celebrates the music of rock legend and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member Pat Benatar. Vocalist Jill Marie Burke, who also headlines as "Pat" in the long-running famous LEGENDS IN CONCERT in Las Vegas, brings her powerhouse vocals to the stage in an uncanny resemblance to one of the most influential female rock icons of all time. Backed by talented veteran musicians, the audience is treated to all of Pat's biggest hits including "Heartbreaker", "Love Is A Battlefield," and "Hit Me With Your Best Shot."
Let's enjoy potluck picnic before the music starts at 6pm.
Please bring food and/or drinks to share.
If your item requires utensils, please supply them.
You may wish to bring your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren't any.Located at the Calabasas Lake Greenbelt adjacent to the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center. The private Calabasas Lake is open to the public only during city concerts.
Look for the location of members posted in the comments close to event time.
If you come before the venue starts to get crowded, it will be easier to find your group.Field seating on grass - bring lawn chairs & blankets.
The more information, please visit the link below:
https://www.cityofcalabasas.com/government/community-services-parks-recreation/special-events/sunsets-summer-concert-seriesThe Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center
23400 Park Sorrento
Calabasas, CA 91302 - Long Canyon - Lower Loop - Easy Intermediate with Fit Beginner option572 Bannister Way, Simi Valley, CA
3 miles, 800' gain, Easy Intermediate.
Easy option, 1.4 miles, 450' gain, Fit BeginnerThe address given is not the address of the hike. It is nearby and may cause you to drive past the trailhead if navigating by GPS.
Route
From the trailhead parking lot, up for 0.7 mile on Long Canyon Trail to a bench. For those doing the easy option, wait here about 40 minutes. They can spend that time going out and back in the area, if they like.For the regular route, we continue with a 2 mile loop, 400' of gain:
We turn right, go up 300 feet, then down Sunrise Trail 4/5 of a mile.
Left at the junction for 300 feet.
Left at the split for 200 feet up a relatively steep incline.
Left on Autumn Ridge, which is a fire road.
Continue on this extended incline for about almost a mile, arriving at the five-points intersection.
Take an "easy" left, not a hard left, for about 500' back to the bench where those that did the easy route will be waiting.We'll have a snack share social event for 30-60 minutes before turning right and heading back down to the trail head parking lot.
Interesting Notes
Turkey Mullein
Smashed leaves can be thrown into the water to stupify fish, causing them to float to the surface, a practice illegal in most states. The seeds are not toxic to birds and are enjoyed especially by doves and wild turkeys.Ancient Greeks rolled and dried the leaves, then used them as wicks for oil lamps. It stalks were used as torches burned at funerals. Many tribes employed the use of mullein leaf tea for coughs, colds, and rheumatism. They considered it to be analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and expectorant. The astringent and demulcent properties of the leaf tea were found useful in cases of diarrhea.
Wild Oats
The mature seed of the plant is used as a cereal grain. All oats have edible seeds, although they are small and hard to harvest in most species. Oats are hard to tell apart from weedy relatives, so the term "sowing wild oats" came to be used to describe unprofitable activities and destructive sexual liaisons of an unmarried young male that could result in children being born out of wedlock.Hike
Distance: 3 miles, easy option 1.4 miles.
Gain: 800, easy option 450.
Distribution: Most of the incline is in the first 15 minutes of the hike, followed by an extended incline at the halfway point.
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate.
Shape: Lollipop, counter-clockwise.
Pace: 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Fire road, single and double track. Areas of sand, gravel, and rock, some of it rugged.
Trail Variations: The beginning is a tough climb.
There is an extended incline of about 2000 steps half way through the hike.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: No
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free in the paved parking area in front of the trail head.What to bring:
1 liter of water for every 3 miles.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp for hikes that end after sunset.
Sunscreen and/or hat if needed.Hosting
Route: The host knows the route.
Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed.
Hike type: Social.Those that wish to return immediately instead of hanging around during the snack and beverage share, can head directly back down to the parking lot.
Stops:
The host may designate stopping points to let others catch up. This hike will include an extended stop for a snack and beverage share at the 3/4 point.We will stop at junctions to make sure everybody makes any turns or chooses the correct direction at splits, else something will be used to mark the direction, usually a large arrow made of baking soda or some sticks. There may not always be a sweeper designated to be the last hiker.
Directions
Where Long Canyon Rd. and S. Wood Ranch Pkwy. intersect in Simi Valley. There is a free paved parking lot at the trailhead on the southwest corner.From CA-23 and I-101
North CA-23, exit Olsen Rd.
Right (east) on Olsen Rd., which becomes Madera Rd., for 2 miles.
Right (south) on N. Wood Ranch Pkwy., which becomes S. Wood Ranch Pkwy., for 2 miles.
Right at dead end (intersection with Long Canyon Rd.) and immediate left into parking lot.
Trailhead at the opposite corner.From CA-118 and CA-27
West CA-118, exit 23 onto 1st St.
Left (south) on 1st St., which becomes Long Canyon Rd., for 5 miles.
Cross at dead end (intersection with S. Wood Ranch Pkwy.) and immediate left into parking lot.
Trailhead at the opposite corner.Coordinates of trailhead: 34.228330, -118.803130
A nearby address that should get you to pass by the trailhead: 572 Bannister Way, Simi Valley, CA 93065FAQ
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Disclaimer / Release of Liability - Led Zepagain - Potluck Picnic and Concert in the Park1765 Royal Ave, Simi Valley, CA
Led Zepagain - Led Zeppelin Tribute
Many of us from this group will attend this event.Please bring food and drinks to share. If your item requires utensils, please supply them.
We do need tables. If you can bring one, please post this in the comments.
Concert starts at 6:30p.
About the BandFree parking available on-site. Overflow parking is on the softball fields, off Thompson.
Dogs on a leash are allowed on the perimeters but not in the main event area.
Alcohol is permitted.
Look for the location of members posted in the comments close to event time.
Link to RSRPD Summer Concert Series
Rancho Simi Community Park
1765 Royal Ave.
Simi Valley, CA
