UPCOMING GLS OUTINGS

Note: Contact information is available in the GLS newsletter, or you can email us well in advance of the event to receive information.         Return to home page

Nov. 8, Sunday, 10:30 a.m.

Urban Conditioning Walk with Optional Lunch

We will be walking along a trail/ levee following the American River from Watt/ La Riviera going up river, then returning, for approximately 4.5 to5 miles.  We will meet at the Big Lots parking lot at the corner of Watt and La Riviera.  Lunch afterwards optional. 

Nov. 21. Saturday, 10:00 a.m.

Bike Ride Along the American River

Meet at 10:00 am in the middle of the bridge near William Pond Rec. area at the end of Arden Way. Dress for possible cold weather, but rain cancels. We'll bike into Fair Oaks Village so bring money for brunch.  It is all on pavement.  View and discuss the flora and fauna along the American River Parkway.  We'll likely see spawning salmon.  

Nov. 21, Saturday - 6 p.m.

Dining in with Women

Let's do a second one.  Bring food to serve 5 and your own drink. Please call to reserve a space and get directions.  

Nov. 28, Saturday, 9 a.m.

Gray Lodge Bird Watching  (1A1)

This is the opportunity to see thousands, probably millions of white snow geese in their winter habitat.  The geese will have just arrived from the far north and are taking life easy.  There is a short walk out to a viewing platform.  Then we will have lunch.  There is a drive thru the preserve so that we can get closer to the birds.  On the drive it is important to stay in the car.  If you get out of the car, the birds think you are a hunter and thousands of them take off.  Bring lunch and a couple of bottles of water. There is an admission fee for each car.  .

Dec. 6, Sunday - 5 to 9PM

OUR PARTY FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Join us for a holiday get-together in a home, a different one.  Bring food to serve 5 and your own drink.  We'll eat early on and then have our Pirate Gift Exchange, so bring a wrapped gift, unique, eccentric, charming, up to $20.    There will be prizes, Ho! Ho! Ho! - Open to 30 people, so get your name in early, and if you are unable to attend, call to cancel. THANKS.

Dec. 12, Saturday

Hike near Placerville and Apple Hill (1A1)

Enjoy a 5 mile hike in the hills near Placerville.  We will have a  light workout walk in the morning and then an optional visit to some of Apple Hill's finest bake shops in the afternoon.  We can replace those burned calories with some tasty apple treats and buy our holiday pies.  

Dec.13, Sunday, 10:30 a.m.

Urban Conditioning Walk with Optional Lunch

We will be walking along a levee/ bike trail down river from Watt Avenue bridge to Guy West foot bridge and back up river, for approximately 5 miles total.  We will meet at the Big Lots parking lot at the corner of Watt and La Riviera  Lunch afterwards optional. 

Dec. 15, Wednesday 6:30 p.m.

GLS Gov Com Meeting

We plan the outings for the next newsletter, and deal with other issues of the group's business.  Everyone is welcome. 

Dec. 19, Saturday

Auburn Calorie Burner Hike  (1A2)

Here's a nearby hike to help us burn off some holiday pies and cookies. From Old Foresthill Bridge at the confluence of the North and Middle Forks American River, we'll climb steadily up the historic (1852) Stagecoach Road almost to the top of the canyon (about 800 ft of elev. gain), on the sunny north slope.  Then traversing and descending the Mossy Rock and Bridgeview trails, we'll be treated to awesome views of the canyon, the high Foresthill Bridge and the distant snowy Sierras.  About 5 miles total, of rutted dirt road and trail, likely muddy in spots, so wear good traction hiking shoes or boots.   

Dec. 20, Sunday

Snowshoe near Carson Pass

The snowshoe hike will depend on where there is good conditions but likely it will be from Carson Pass to Lake Winnemucca.  7 miles round trip.  Bring Snowshoes, waterproof boots, 10 essentials plus layers, lunch and snacks, and Two quarts of water.  Leader will make hot chocolate and tea to go with lunch. Sign-up  by Thursday evening Dec. 17th. 

Dec. 29, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

Newsletter Mailout

Come to chat, to snack and to help with getting the paper versions out.  It does not take long. 

Upcoming: 

January 16, Saturday

Dining in with Women 

Location to be determined.

Note: All outings begin at the trailhead. We may meet at a convenient place from which partipants can carpool to the trailhead, but these carpools are not arranged by the leaders. Participants are required to sign a waiver, which can be previewed, here (PDF, 35KB).  

An often used carpool location is the parking lot at 11th & Q Sts. in downtown Sacramento (map).   Check with the leader, though.

OUTINGS DIFFICULTY RATING SYSTEM

Miles per day (1st number):

1) up to 6 miles

2) 6 - 10 miles

3) 10 - 15 miles

4) 15- 20 miles

5) over 20 miles

Elevation Gain (1st Letter):

A) under 1,000 feet

B) 1,000 - 2,000 feet

C) 2,000 - 3,000 feet

D) over 3,000 feet

Terrain Type (2nd Number):

1) Fire road or gentle trail

2) Rough trail (boots recommended)

3) Trail with some cross country

4) Cross country

5) Specialized equipment

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