Sunrise to Sunset Hikers

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ABOUT THE HIKE:
Join Meetup friends for a fun, relaxing, evening hike on the beautifully maintained and scenic Shady Canyon Trail in Irvine. This out and back trail provides for a flexible pace that accommodates beginner and experienced hikers alike. The route follows a multi-purpose trail that includes your choice of either paved or hard pack dirt. The trail provides lovely views of the Sand Canyon Reservoir, the Strawberry Farms Golf Course, and the naturally vegetated adjoining hills of Sand Canyon. Our mid hike rest stop is the Turtle Rock Community Park, with rest rooms and drinking fountains, where we will regroup for 5/10 minutes... returning the same route to our trail head parking area.

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SUMMARY:

Distance: 5.4 miles round trip

Elevation gain/loss: approximately 500 feet

Total hiking time: approximately two hours

Level of Difficulty: Advanced Beginner

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ADDITIONAL HIKE NOTES: This is a relatively safe, year round evening hiking experience. Depending on the time of year, a flash light becomes helpful. Leashed dogs are welcome on the Shady Canyon Trail.

AFTER THE HIKE:
There are several reasonably priced restaurants adjacent to Starbucks within the Quail Hill Shopping Center for those that wish to stay for take out dinner following the hike in a lovely outdoor patio setting. They include Sharkey's, Natraj's Tandoori, Nalu's Island Grill, etc.

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DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
The Meetup location is just off the 405 Freeway, take Sand Canyon south and turn into the Quail Hill Shopping Center. Driving North on I-405: Take the Sand Canyon Ave exit toward Shady Canyon Dr (0.3 mi), turn left at Sand Canyon Ave (0.4 mi), at the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Quail Hill (0.2 mi), and then turn left at Passage (the destination will be on the right). Driving South on I-405: Take the Sand Canyon Ave exit toward Shady Canyon Dr (0.3 mi), turn right at Sand Canyon Ave (0.2 mi), at the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Quail Hill (0.2 mi), and turn left at Passage (the destination will be on the right)

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MEETUP LOCATION: Entering the Quail Hill Shopping Center, the Starbucks Meetup location is on the right or south side of the Center.

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John's cell: 949-233-0225

DISCLAIMER: Group organizer and assistant organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.

ABOUT THE HIKE:

Join your hiking friends as we enjoy a roughly 4 mile ADVANCE beginner walk around beautiful Lake Mission Viejo. This walk is all on paved sidewalks and will take us around parts of the Lake, neighborhood, and streets. Please be advised that this walk is NOT on flat, grassy or straight paths and has one moderate hill climb. This walk is generally at a BRISK pace but with several rest stops along the way. It may be challenging to some.

There are several good eating options nearby after the walk.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: Head south on the 405 or 5 Freeway, take Alicia Parkway heading inland or north... turn left on Marguerite Parkway... The Market on the Lake Shopping Center will be on your right. We will meetup at the fountain by A Hidden Vine.

DISCLAIMER: Group organizer and co-organizers assume no liability; walk and hike at your own risk. By being a member of this meet-up group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any and all group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a meet-up group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.

This is great way to start the day here at the San Clemente Pier. We will see Surfers and keep a look out for Marine Life.

About the Hike: This wet sand hike meets on the trail at the entrance to the San Clemente Pier.

We walk south to Califia Beach on either the sand or the trail, depending on the height of the tide. While no dogs are permitted on either beach, they are allowed on the trail and on the beach south of the campground.

From Califia, we either continue on the beach to the Cyprus Shore underpass or use the trail to climb to the campground above Califia (sometimes we do both).

To wrap up the hike, there will be an optional out and back walk to the end of the Pier.

This hike is approximately 3 to 5 miles, depending on which options are chosen.

This is an Advanced Beginners Hike due to the Wet Sand Hike and distance.

What to bring: You will need shoes of some kind. Slip-on shoes or

water shoes would be best. Even if you want to walk barefoot on the

wet sand, you will need your shoes for the campground hike. You may want to wear a sweat shirt, hat, sunglasses and bring water.

About Parking: You can park in the parking lot off Del Mar for $1.50 per hour or street meter parking. Also, off Del Mar on Avenue Santa Barbara you may find free parking up or the down hill.

DISCLAIMER: Group organizer and assistant organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.

Super fun and super social!! No experience necessary. It is a fun and easy game to play for amusement, socializing and a little competition. We play informal team style Bocce Ball while enjoying shared Happy Hour snacks and tasty conversation. Equipment provided for up to 3 courts of 2 teams each for approximately 20 minutes of play before rotation of new players.

Refreshments :
Please bring a beverage of your choice and an appetizer or your favorite snack or dessert to share.

Disclaimer: Group organizer and assistant organizers assume no liability. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group’s leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an “at will” basis.

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