February 4 - 18
NO HOST 5 PEAKS CHALLENGE: Santa Barbara County's landscape is a tapestry of rugged peaks, sun-drenched canyons, and endless ocean vistas. But nestled within this beauty lies a challenge that calls to the adventurer in each of us: the Five Peaks Challenge.
Sponsored by the Santa Barbara County Trails Council, the Challenge isn't just a hike; it's a test of endurance, a journey of self-discovery, and a celebration of our county's diverse majesty. Five peaks await your ascent, each a sentinel of a different ecosystem. From the San Rafael Mountain's windswept peaks to the Santa Ynez Mountain's sunbaked chaparral, each climb promises breathtaking panoramas and a unique taste of wild landscapes.
This Challenge is yours to define. Whether you conquer each peak in a whirlwind week or savor the journey over three months, the Five Peaks Challenge is a testament to your spirit and a passport to the region's most breathtaking landscapes.
More information is available online at https://sbtrails.org/peak-bagging/
This listing was posted by the Ventura Sierra Club.
https://www.meetup.com/sierraclubventura/events/298769132/
February 11
CIELO VISTA: This is a short exploratory hike (less than 1.5 miles) at an abandoned day use area on East Camino Cielo. We will take a short hike to a lookout area with great views of Goleta. We will then retrace part of our route to explore the hidden trail that comes out near the Fremont trailhead. Bring some light gardening gloves if you would like to help with a little clean-up. Bring drinking water and a light snack. This involves a 20 minute drive up Hwy 154 and E. Camino Cielo to Cielo Vista. We will meet at 9am at the Bank of America parking lot on upper State St at Hope Ave. GERRY, gching@cox.net (SB)
February 21
MISSION PLAZA to EMMAWOOD CAMPGROUND: We'll take a walk over the Ventura River bridge to check out the water flow from the rain. Continue to Emmawood Campground along the bike path and return to our cars. Approximately 5-6 miles and flat. Meet at 9am at the Mission Plaza shopping center, 101 W. Main Street in Ventura. MAUREEN (Ventura)
February 28
CANADA LARGA: We will take a 5-6 mile walk through pastures speckled with grazing cattle. The road is paved and used by an occasional local resident. Meet at 9am at 180 Canada Larga Rd. Ventura. From HWY 33 north, exit Canada Larga, drive .5 mile and park on the shoulder. MAUREEN (Ventura)