Post Thanksgiving Potluck Hike: Josephine Peak via Colby Canyon

Moderately challenging 8.4 mile, 2150 ft gain hike through Colby Canyon ending at Josephine Peak. We will begin at the Colby Canyon trailhead, pass a seasonal waterfall, and begin the moderately strenuous ascent through oaks and chaparral to Josephine Saddle. From the saddle, we will head west along the Strawberry Spur Trail to reach the peak. We will break for a potluck lunch at the peak - please bring an item to share (Thanksgiving leftovers welcome). Then we will walk off our lunch by heading back down the way we came.
Level: Moderate(01)

Bring: At least 2 liters of water, potluck share item, sun protection

Medical Form: This is a Back Country Outing; it requires the completed Medical Questionnaire be submitted at the trailhead prior to the hike. The link to the Medical Form:
https://www.sierraclub.org/sites/default/files/sce/leadership-training-committee-and-outings-management-/Local%20Outings%20Medical%20Form.pdf
Please bring to the trailhead- Leader will have extras if you forget

Signup Restrictions: If you are feeling sick or have been exposed to someone who has recently been sick from or tested positive for COVID-19, please do not join this trip.
Carpool: Participants are advised that Sierra Club is not responsible for carpooling.
Additional Directions: Meet at the Colby Canyon trailhead at 8:30am. An Adventure Pass is required to park at the trailhead. Information on Adventure Passes can be found at https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/r5/passes-permits/recreation/?cid=STELPRDB5181410

AllTrails Link: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/california/josephine-peak-via-colby-canyon-trail?mobileMap=false&ref=sidebar-static-map