From: angus@mizar.usc.edu (Jim Angus)
Subject: Los Angeles Hikes
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Here are the Los Angeles Area outdoor activities of the Gay & Lesbian
Sierrans for the month of October.  If you have any questions about
specific activities, please call the leader.  For general information
on the Gay & Lesbian Sierrans, contact me at angus@mizar.usc.edu
The Gay & Lesbian Sierrans are a section of the Angeles Chapter of
the Sierra Club.  By the way, I'm leading the hike up Millard Canyon,
and its really a beautiful hike!

**Oct. 3, Sat O:  Millard Canyon to Echo Mtn.
Join us on this easy to moderate hike (~8 mi RT, 1800' gain) in the front range
of the San Gabriels.  The trail winds along beautiful forested and grassy slopes
which provide some spectacular views.  Then we'll relax among the ruins of the
Echo Mtn. Lodge and the Mt. Lowe Railroad incline before we return.  Meet at
8:30 am  in Altadena.  Bring lunch, water, and sun protection.  Signed medical
release forms are required for those under 18 years, and can be obtain from Jim
in advance.  Call Jim (213) 258-3849 for carpool information if you're under 18
(call early).  Jim (213) 258-3849

Oct. 4, Sun O:  Topanga Canyon Hike and  Sunday Brunch.
Call leader for more information.  Laura (818) 591-2530

Oct. 7, Wed O:  Griffith Park Night Hike.
Feeling out-of-shape?  Join us on this easy mid-week hike (~5 mi RT, 1000'
gain).  The group will depart at 7 pm.  Rain cancels.  Pete (818) 445-6778

Oct. 9, Fri O:  Griffith Park Moonlight Hike.  Meet at 7 pm for this easy (5 mi.
RT, 1000' gain) hike.    Steve (213) 913-1942

Oct. 10, Sat O:  Oct. 10, Sat O:  Deep Creek Hike and Soak.
Discover a beautiful hot springs in the San Bernardino Mtns.  Easy hike (3 mi
RT, 500' gain), except for a brief downhill portion by the creek.  Clothing is
optional.  Meet at 9 am.  NOTE:  the final stretch of the carpool is on a rough
dirt road.  Cars with good clearance only!  Call for more information.  Brad
(213) 931-7826

Oct 10-12, Sat-Mon O:  Hilton Creek Youth Hostel.  Moderate hikes up various
Eastern Sierra canyons and mountains.  Possible side trips to ghost towns and
volcanoes.  Send $35 deposit and SASE to Renee (call (310) 697-6692 for
address).  

Oct. 14, Wed O:  Griffith Park Moonlight Hike.  Meet at 7 pm for this easy (5
mi. RT, 1000' gain) hike.    Steve (213) 913-1942

Oct. 17, Sat. O:  Icehouse Canyon to Icehouse Saddle.  
Moderately stenuous hike (8 mi RT, 2600' gain) through stands of Incence Cedar,
Ponderosa and Sugar Pines on the slopes of Mt. Baldy.  Optional stop at local
coffee shop afterward.  Bring 2 quarts of water, lunch, and snacks to share.
Wear lugs and meet us at 8 am.  Al (213) 661-3503

Oct. 18, Sun O:  Chantry Flats Dog Hike.  The world is going to the dogs.  Join
us and our canine pals on this easy stroll (5 mi RT, 1000' gain).  Meet at 9 am.
Everyone is welcome, although only well behaved dogs on leashes will be allowed.
Bring lunch, dog food and water.  Heavy rain cancels.  Janis (714) 744-4305

Oct. 21, Wed O:  Griffith Park Night Hike.
(see Oct. 7 write up)


Oct. 23, Fri O:  Griffith Park Moonlight Hike.  Meet at 7 pm for this easy (5 mi
RT, 1000' gain) hike.  Optional stop at local coffee shop afterward.  Al (213)
661-3503

Oct. 24, Sat O:  Pt. Mugu/Serrano Valley Loop.  
Join us on this moderate hike (8.5 mi RT, 1100' gain) through the central part
of some of the more scenic portions of Point Mugu State Park.  The trail takes
you from the great trees of Sycamore Canyon, through the dense foilage of
Serrano Canyon, across the open meadow lands of the Serrano Valley, and over
several ridges (which provide you with great views!).  Bring lunch, water, lug
soles and money for parking.  Meet at 9 am sharp.  Lauren (818) 992-4174

Oct. 25, Sun O:  Chantry Flats Dog Hike.
This is an easy hike (5 mi Loop, 1000' gain) for friendly dogs on leashes and
their escorts.  Meet at 9 am.  Del (310) 434-7591

Oct. 27, Tue O:  Griffith Park Moonlight Hike.  Meet at 7 pm for this easy (5
mi. RT, 1000' gain) hike.    Steve (213) 913-1942.

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