Name: Inspiring/Challenging/STEEP Night Hike: Brand Park/Lib Loop, Glendale
Start: 2024-12-03T19:00:00-08:00
End: 2024-12-03T23:00:00-08:00

**More people will attend then showing: This event is cross-posted on 6 other Meetup groups.**

**STATS**
Difficulty: 6/10, Steep up & down, with some slippery spots
Length: 4.34 miles, 3.5 hours plus breaks
Elevation Gain & Loss: 1849'’; Peak: 2635’
View: Amazing 360 View of Valleys and Mountains
Details: This hike has some STEEP and slippery downhill moments.

**TRAILHEAD INFO**
1650 W Mountain St, Glendale, CA 91201
https://maps.app.goo.gl/2BV1zbGU1BT7S32M9
GPS Coordinates: 34.18149943881885, -118.27875245023077

Park free on street outside the gate as it gets locked at night.
The address given is a private residence. Park as close to that location as possible and please keep the noise down until we are underway on the trail.

Night-hiking in LA is amazing! Trails are practically empty, breeze is cool, & the beautiful city below you offers unlimited full-definition entertainment!

We take short rest stops as needed. At the peak/midpoint, we take a nice break to have beer/soda/snacks & look at beautiful scenery.

Please RSVP & arrive by 6:55 pm for a 7:00 pm start. Change your RSVP ASAP if you can’t make it to give others a chance to hike. Repeat “No Shows” will get last priority on future hikes.

**COMMON-SENSE NOTES**

* COVID, Cold & FLU Advisery: Please stay home if you are not feeling well or have recently been exposed to someone who is sick.
* Please wear hiking boots or footwear with good tread
* Consider long pants in case there is some brush along the way
* Bring plenty of water to drink
* Bring a headlamp to use after dark
* Fun, yummy snacks are always appreciated
* Bring a Cheerful Attitude :-)

We hike every Tuesday night & for variety we do other trails that are similar to this one (never boring).

We hope to see you!

Steven & Keith

213.986.7669

**VHC INFO. AND DISCLAIMERS**

Farzan Rule: We start the hike at the Posted hike time-SHARP!

**PLEASE - Know your limits & abilities.** Check weather conditions, dress accordingly & be aware of your surroundings at all times. Watching out for poison oak, snakes, ticks, uneven footing, spectacular views, beautiful fauna all while interacting with awesome (usually) fellow hikers can be extremely hazardous, rewarding & fun.

**VHC HIKE RATING SCALE**

Rating a hike is subjective, meaning the difficulty of a hike will be in direct relation to how often you hike & the type of hike you prefer. Keep in mind that any hike can have the following: un-even hiking surfaces, various obstructions, water/water crossings or bouldering/rock hopping. A great hike will have all of these!

1 – A long walk
2 – 4 mile hike w/little elevation gain (E.G.)
3 – 5 mile hike w/up to 1000 ft. E.G.
4 – 5+ mile hike w/up to 1500 ft. E.G. (heart rate increases at times)
5 – 7+ mile hike w/over 1500 ft. E.G. (heart rate increasing even more at times)
6 – 7+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be trying to remember how to perform CPR)
7 – 5+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be muttering expletives to yourself)
8 – 10+ mile hike w/over 3500 ft. E.G. (at times you might be angry with the hike leader)
9 – 10+ mile hike w/over 5000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be thinking of reporting the hike leader to the authorities)
10 – Use your imagination

**DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY**
**IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:**
I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends.

Outdoor sports & other events we plan can be inherently dangerous & accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety & well-being. This Meetup Group & its organizers are not trained leaders & we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Meetup events, you are releasing the Meetup Group & it's organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment & experience.

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If I RSVP YES, I am acknowledging that hiking comes with some risk and I am fully responsible for my safety and can’t hold others liable.  If I decide not to go, I will also change my RSVP to allow others to come in my spot!