Canyoneering Los Angeles

Westridge-Canyonback Loop hike

Westridge-Canyonback Loop hike Westridge-Canyonback Loop hike. 5 miles, 1100 feet elevation, 3.5 hours. Meet at Upper Canyonback Trailhead at 8:00 AM near the eastern firegate. Join us for a moderately paced hike in LA’s “Big Wild.” We’ll head down Upper Canyonback trail, which features sweeping canyon views to the west and downtown LA to east, until we reach Mandeville Canyon. We’ll turn and come back up by way of Westridge Trail, passing by the old Nike missile tower and its panoramic views. Bring 2 liters water, snacks, sunblock, sturdy footwear, hat. No dogs. Heat Advisories, Watches and Warnings and Rain cancel the hike. At the trailhead, participants will need to sign a participation waiver, which can be reviewed ahead of time. Level: Moderate Cancellation Policy: Rain, red flag warnings, and heat advisories, watches, and warnings will cancel Trailhead address: Upper Canyonback Trailhead (17026 Mulholland Drive, Encino, CA 91436) Note: This is a provisional outing. Level: Moderate Cancellation Policy: Heat Advisories, Watches and Warnings and Rain cancel the hike. Sun, Sep 13, 2026; 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM (Pacific)

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Cantonese Families Meetup #6

Hi all! We will be meeting closer to the Westside this time. We'll also be creating more structured, dedicated Cantonese time for the kids. We will try out a 20-30 minute Cantonese circle time with some short songs, interactive book reading, and perhaps a short activity. These will all be designed to be engaging for a variety of ages (mainly thinking \~1-6yo). Be prepared to circle up with your kids and help facilitate hopefully a fun and enriching short program! Since it's 5 days before 中秋節 (Mid Autumn Fest), we'll use this opportunity to talk about the festival and center some of our activities/discussions around this. **If you can, please bring a 月餅 (mooncake) to share!** The rest of the time will be free time for play, chat, and community building. Cantonese is always encouraged, but there's no pressure. Picnic blanket recommended but no fret if you show up without one. **1 RSVP per family** Whether or not you're bringing your fam, please RSVP for just yourself to leave space for others to RSVP (we're capped by Meetup to 10 RSVP guests). **How my personal journey is going:** My daughter just turned 2 and is extremely talkative. She mostly speaks in English but will say random things in Cantonese. She can say her colors, animals, most fruit and foods, and can point to all the right body parts (but isn't saying them yet). She is mostly calling out nouns/verbs and doesn't yet make full sentences in Cantonese (she ONCE said "爹啲食麵包", but mostly it's a mix like "big 飛機"). I consider this to be a mild miracle considering how often I (don't) speak to her in Cantonese (a mix of my own Canto limitations, and my perceived ability for her to understand instructions/respond to me when I say more unfamiliar things in Canto). Let's all support and encourage each other and our kids! **Intentions:** * Create a fun, friendly, and supportive community * Improve each other's Cantonese by providing more opportunities to speak and learn - both for parents and kids * Bond with other Cantonese-speaking parents (or non-Canto parents trying to learn) and share the joys and challenges of trying to raise Cantonese-speaking humans * Normalize Cantonese for our kids by creating a place where other kids also speak Cantonese * Promote Cantonese language and culture, and both surface and serve the Canto-speaking community scattered throughout LA * Share tips and Canto resources **If you can't make this date/time, but are interested in the group, please message me. I'd love to hear from you.**

Waterskiing/Wakeboarding at the Sacramento Delta: September 24-27

Greetings All, We will be heading to the Sacramento River Delta. It is a great place to wakeboard, waterski, sky-ski and camp. Century City Ski Club has been going to this location for well over 30 years. This years dates are: June 25-28 July 16-19 August 13-16 September 24-27 You can arrive on the Wednesday afternoon before the trip to setup camp. We will not be supplying anything on Wednesday. The actual trip starts on Thursday morning with Breakfast. The trip ends on Sunday around 11 or 12 in the afternoon. Please help wash and wipe down the boats when they are pulled out of the water. These are 2, 3 or 4 day trips. The costs are: $175 for Saturday-Sunday, $349 Friday-Sunday or $439 Thursday-Sunday If you just want to camp and eat with us, the costs are half of the above prices. Please contact us for more info. We accept Zelle (preferred), Venmo, Checks and Cash. There is an extra fee for campers (RV's $35 per day) and pets ($4 per day). Email us for pricing. Email us for special prices for Thursday-Friday or Thursday-Saturday or Friday-Saturday. Due to excessive fuel prices there might be an added surcharge for fuel. Please email Aaron and Fred (aka David) at [summertrips@ccscsports.org](mailto:summertrips@ccscsports.org) for more info. Please remember that even if you RSVP here, you are not on the trip until we receive your waivers and payment. Before you leave for the delta, contact us to see if there are any others that might need a ride. We do not supply transportation to the delta, so carpooling will help you and others. We supply food and beverages for Breakfast, Happy Hour and Dinner. Lunch is on your own (if we have on Friday and Saturday leftovers you can indulge in, but ask before taking), there is a café near the camp site. We do not supply vests, skis, wake-boards or sky ski's.... BUT... we do have extras, so ask if you don't have any we will try and help. We supply the boat(s). You'll need a tent or RV or Trailer (added fee for parking RV and Trailer) or any other kind of sleeping arrangement (car camping). Please contact us for more info. Please remember to bring lots of sunscreen, a hat and towels. The weather can change from cold to hot and hot to cold in minutes, so bring something to keep warm just in case. I hope to see you at the delta. Regards, Aaron and Fred

Above & Beyond Screenwriting Workshop - In Person!

We're meeting on the front patio at Oldfield's Liquor Room on Venice Blvd. RSVP's open every Friday morning at 11:00am. The first five writers to RSVP and comment with "pages" will present their work the following Thursday. Please feel free to pm me for additional details. REQUIRED READING FOR NEW MEMBERS - Please read the Screenwriting Info sheet pdf before attending your first Thursday workshop. Message James the organizer with your email address, and he will send it to you.

Trail Work on Echo Mountain

Runyon Canyon Conditioning Workout hike

This is an Intermediate/advanced hike for physical conditioning to prep for harder mountain hikes. There is some steep downhill requiring hiking shoe tread. The uphill is gradual but constant. Pace is Intermediate/advanced. You can do one loop and exit or multiple. I usually do 3. Each takes about 50 minutes. I normally arrive at 8:55am. We will leave at 9 am sharp. MEETING PLACE : I will be right inside the green iron gate near the water fountain just off Mulholland Parking : parking lot near entrance gate. More parking on Mulholland but pay attention to signs. RAIN CANCELS This is a loop I do weekly. Each loop is approximately 2 miles/50 minutes. You can do as few or as many as you want. We'll go down the fire road to East ridge then come up West ridge fire road. I usually do 3 laps. You can exit at the Mulholland gate after any lap. Our Policy: Profile photo: Anyone interested in joining this event must have a profile photo showing his/her face. This is a requirement of L.A. Hiking. Without it, you will not be allowed to sign up for an event. Waiting list priority: People who hike with with L.A. Hiking regularly will be given priority when they are on the waiting list. Advanced hikes: Anyone interested in participating in advanced hikes (>3,000' elevation gain or distance > 10 miles or Difficulty Level > = 7) will be subject to prescreening before his/her name will be added to the list. Therefore, interested hiker must share with the event host his/her recent hiking background to establish proficiency before his/her name will be added to the list. Guests are not allowed on advanced hikes. Early departure: If a hiker needs to be separated from the group for any reason, he/she must inform the event host. Not knowing a hiker's where about may prompt the event host to report a hiker's missing to proper authority for further actions. No show: If you sign up for an event but did not show up, you will be removed from the next event you sign up. No minor: Meetup user agreement and our liability waiver can not be agreed to by a minor. Therefore, you and your guest must be over 18 to participate in our events. No drug: Zero tolerance for all illegal drug use. *** Warning: If you have prior medical condition or a family history of illnesses pertaining to heart, lungs, brain, etc. that can be aggravated by heat and physical exertion, this is not the hike for you. If you have never done a hike of this distance or difficulty before, this hike will be very difficult for you. It may well be your death march. The mountain is not going anywhere. We will schedule this event again in the future. Do it when your mind and body are ready. Hiking is a recreation, not a suicide mission. Release of Liability: The organizer (me) of this trip is a volunteer and is not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this trip. Each person who signs up for a trip/hike/or outing is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests. By signing up for this trip, or any other event organized by me, you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with any outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the organizer (me) of this hike from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest's participation in the group activities. L.A. Hiking, its organizer, assistant organizers, event organizers are not responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur carpooling to and from this event, or for any injuries or accidents incurred before, during, and after this event. If you sign up or participate in an event you acknowledge that you freely and voluntarily agree to assume all risks of injuries and damages arising from, as a result of and associated with this event. Read less

LUNCHTIME PLANT WALKABOUT

Thursday, Noon, September 17 To attend and for exact location, Register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-candle-making-workshop/) Come take a walk in the canyon, learning about the bounty of nature’s flora. We will see natives and non-natives and explore this unique part of the Arroyo Seco south of the bridge. We’ll see wild herbs, native plants, and more. A short walk, getting out in nature, and connecting with the skills of our ancestors. We will see many of our native plants, and also many of the introduced non-natives. PAY FOR ONE, BRING A FRIEND! Please register to attend and for location. Hahamonga Watershed County Park is our field office, the class may be in a different location.

Magnificent Monday Meetup @ Cliffs of Id

Meet us in the top rope area by the benches at 7:00 pm and we'll climb together! We'll give each other belays, comradery, and encouragement. Join us! Must pass the top rope test first before belaying on top rope. Must pass the lead test with your own rope before leading or lead belaying. *Note to anyone who might be nervous about attending this event*: Climbing is a personal journey between you and the wall. Your climbing skills will not be judged. You will not be holding back your belay partner no matter your level of experience. This is a friendly, supportive event that is welcoming to climbers of all skill and experience levels. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me at any time before, during, or after the event if you'd like to discuss any questions or concerns you may have about attending this event or about climbing in general. **LIABILITY:** You, and no one else, are 100% responsible for your safety at all times. Your attendance at this meetup signifies that you agree not to hold this Meetup group or its organizers responsible for any injuries to your person or property that may occur. CLIMB AT YOUR OWN RISK! **BEGINNERS:** If you've never climbed or belayed, please take the [Intro to Climbing class](https://touchstoneclimbing.com/cliffs-of-id/climbing-classes/) before attending this Meetup. The cost is $30, or free for members. **PRICE:** Day pass is $30. There may be a discount if you let them know you're attending the SoCal Climbing meetup. Gear bundle rental (shoes, harness, ATC, chalk) is $5. If you buy a membership it will cover all Touchstone climbing gyms. **WAIVER:** If you've never done so, fill out the [Touchstone waiver](https://touchstoneclimbing.com/waiver/). **GYM LOCATION & PARKING:** Cliffs of Id 2537 South Fairfax Avenue, Culver City, CA 90232 (424) 543-3820 Visit the [Cliffs of Id Location & Hours](https://touchstoneclimbing.com/cliffs-of-id/location-hours/) page for a map and details on parking. **STAY CONNECTED** We're also here: * [reddit.com/r/socalclimbing](https://www.reddit.com/r/socalclimbing) * [instagram.com/socalclimbing](https://instagram.com/socalclimbing) * [facebook.com/socalclimbing](https://facebook.com/socalclimbing) * [facebook.com/groups/socalclimbing](https://facebook.com/groups/socalclimbing) * [facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingsingles](https://facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingsingles) * [facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingwomen](https://facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingwomen) * [facebook.com/groups/socalclimbinglgbtq](https://www.facebook.com/groups/socalclimbinglgbtq) * [facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingbipoc](https://facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingbipoc) * [facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingyoungadults](https://facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingyoungadults) * [facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingparents](https://facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingparents) * [facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingadaptive](https://facebook.com/groups/socalclimbingadaptive)

India – Leh Ladakh Adventure

Join the Leh-Ladakh adventure on this trip to India. This trip will make you fall in love with Ladakh with your visit to the land of an incredible blend of mountains, forests, deserts, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and more in just a week. Leh Ladakh resembles Tibet in terms of topography and culture and you wouldn’t want to miss its barren lands, High Mountain passes, and unique customs. Located in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. The region is known for its breathtaking scenery, snow-capped mountains, clean ice lakes, and winding roads. The ancient Buddhist monasteries, largely tucked in the mountains and dating back thousands of years, add to its outstanding beauty. The journey to one of the most magnificent and dynamic landscapes on the planet, with most of the world’s highest motor-able crossings and the breathtaking splendor of snow-capped mountains, provides you with once in a lifetime experience. Highlights Visited Places: * Delhi * Leh * Shanti Stupa, Leh Market, and Leh Palace * Gurudwara Pathar Sahib * Indus valley and Zanskar * Nubra Valley via Khardung La pass * Diskit monastery * Pangong Tso Lake * Thiksey monastery and Shey Palace Travel Experience: * A unique fusion of culture and nature with the best experience * Explore the stunning looking Himalayan peaks * Explore Diskit monastery, some marvelous lakes like Pangong Tso Lake and Khardung La pass * Relish the amazing Camel ride and lovely Hundar Valley Tour Start Delhi Tour End Delhi Destination India Flights • Arrival: Day01 before 6pm • Return: Day07 anytime after 6pm Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (New Delhi) Meeting Point * The group meets at the arrival airport or at the hotel on Day01. * More details will be provided via group chat on WhatsApp Itinerary Day01 Delhi Day02 Delhi - Leh Day03 Leh Sightseeing Day04 Nubra valley - Khardung la pass Day05 Diskit Monastery - Pangong Tso Lake Day06 Pangong Tso Lake - Leh Day07 Leh - Delhi —————————————————————— For a detailed itinerary and to reserve your seat, follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/india-leh-ladakh-adventure/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/india-leh-ladakh-adventure/) Cost: $2,590 pp Inclusions Price Includes * All airport transfers * Flight fare from Delhi-leh-Delhi * Accommodation on twin sharing basis * All required permit and entrance fees * Meals (breakfast and dinner) * Guided sightseeing as per the itinerary * Welcome/Farewell Dinner * All applicable taxes and service charges Price Excludes * International Flights * Meals (other then mentioned above) * Personal Expenses * Tips and gratuities * Transfers other then mentioned in the Itinerary (available at extra cost) * Travel insurance / Visa Questions? Text / Call: 2023787696 - Himanshu - Organizer

BHUTAN NEPAL – Paro Thimphu Kathmandu Pokhara

The Buddhist Kingdom of the eastern Himalayas, Bhutan, boasts of ancient monasteries, towering fortresses, dramatic scenery of mountain peaks, valleys, and subtropical plains, and a soft and tranquil ambiance throughout the country. Nepal is the home of Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world. A trip to Nepal will never be complete without soaking in the view of the sunrise amidst the towering snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. Take a plunge into the world of ethnic groups who take pride in their vibrant art, culture, religion, history, and expression in Nepal, located between the two landlocked countries, China and India. Highlights Visited Places: • Kathmandu • Paro • Thimphu • Buddha Point • Punakha • Chime Lhakhang • Hongtsho • Taktsang • Tiger’s Nest Monastery • Kichu Lhakhang • Pashupatinath Temple • Boudhanath • Swayambhunath • Patan • Chitwan National Park • Pokhara • Nagarkot Travel Experience: • Sightseeing tours in Kathmandu and Pokhara • Hiking • Visits to Buddhist monasteries, temples, and pagodas • Local festivals and performances • Interaction with the Tibetan community • Long picturesque drives • Wildlife activities like elephant safari, canoeing, bird-watching, and jungle tours • Entertaining Tharu Dance performances • Paragliding • Witnessing the sunrise at the peak of Mount Everest Tour Start KathmanduTour End Kathmandu Destination Nepal - Bhutan Flights • Arrival: Day01 before 6pm • Return: Day012 anytime after 6am Airport: Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) – Kathmandu Itinerary Day01 Kathmandu Day02 Paro – Thimphu Day03 Thimphu – Punakha Day04 Punakha – Paro Day05 Paro Day06 Kathmandu Sightseeing Day07 Chitwan National Park Day08 Chitwan NP Day09 Pokhara Day10 Pokhara Day11 Nagarkot Day12 Kathmandu Cost: $3100 (Double Occupancy) $3690 (Single Supplement) Inclusions Price Includes * Flight to Paro and Back from Kathmandu * Visa Fees * Govt.fee $250 per Day for Foreign Nationals * Private transportation. * All necessary travel permits * English speaking local guide. * Accommodation on twin room basis. * Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per the itinerary * Meal plan: Full Board Basis * All transport by privet car and driver * All accommodations in Chitwean/Pokhara/ **BB** Plan * Guided tour in Chitwan as per itinerary * Sightseeing in Pokhara * Sightseeing in Kathmandu * Mt. Everest Sunrise activity – Nagarkot * Full board Chitwan Jungle Safari package **BLD** * All necessary government taxes including VAT * All necessary monument entrance fees and Chitwan national park permits * Paragliding flight in Pokhara ($90 Off if you want to skip this activity) Price Excludes * International Flights * Meals (other then mentioned above) * Personal Expenses * Tips and gratuities (allow $50) * Transfers other then mentioned in the Itinerary (available at extra cost) * Travel insurance / Visa ———————————————— For detailed itinerary and to reserve your seat follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/bhutan-nepal-paro-thimphu-kathmandu-pokhara/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/bhutan-nepal-paro-thimphu-kathmandu-pokhara/) Questions? Text / Call - 2023787696 - Himanshu - Organizer

Crescenta View Trail to Mt Lukens Road