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May 22: Malibu Creek State Park to MASH TV Set Location
This coming Wednesday, Mike Sappingfield will take us on a very special hike in Malibu Creek State Park in the Santa Monica Mountains, by running streams, oak woodlands and meadows to the location used in the TV show MASH for its outdoor set. The pictures below were taken by Mike on a recent scouting trip. Go to the calendar for complete information.


June 28: Orange County Group's Summer Hike in France
Just 2 spaces remain open on this unique walk along a 1000 year old Pilgrimage Route beginning on June 28. The small group under the leadership of Ed & Helen Maurer walks 200 miles from Moissac on the river Tarn all the way to the Pyrenees and the storied site of Roncevaux where the medieval hero Roland died on the battlefield in 778 A.D. The route is studded with historic monuments, lovely landscapes, and, last but not least, stopping places providing fine food and drink. More...



September 10: Newcomer/Member Information Event

Come and discover the Sierra Club. Meet with representatives from these groups:

• Orange County Group: with about 5'000 members the largest Sierra Club unit in Southern California
• Sierra Sage: serving the communities south of the Newport freeway
• Sierra Singles: oriented more towards social and active outings for singles (and couples)
• Wilderness Travel Course: For over 20 years, the Wilderness Travel Course (WTC) has prepared students for unforgettable wilderness experiences. Because instruction is dependent upon ideal desert and snow conditions, WTC is offered just once a year.
• Hundred Peaks Section: If you think Southern California is all shopping malls, freeways and theme parks ... then why don't you take a hike with us!
• Mule Packs: If you love being in the Sierra, you'll love mule pack trips! All the joys of backpacking and more without carrying a pack!

Learn all about the Sierra Club and the many activities and adventure opportunities. Table displays, exhibits, refreshments. Join Sierra Club $15 Special Offer, free gift. Meet 6:30-8:30 pm. REI Tustin, 2962 El Camino Real

September 11: White Elephant Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Planned
Cooks Corner will be the venue for a fundraiser planned by the Wednesday Hikers. A silent auction of White Elephants and a raffle will raise funds to cover the costs of the awards, medals, and prizes given to winners of the 2013/14 hiking competition. The previous competition drew over 100 participants with the winne walking 239 miles!
The Silent Auction runs under the motto “one person's trash is another person's treasure,” and you're invited to drop off your item(s) that you can live without when we meet at Cook's Corner at 4 pm. More...

Septembeer 28: Tucker Wildlife Party
Join us at this sanctuary deep in Modjeska Canyon. Our guide will lead a nature walk through the winding pathways and gardens to look for the resident tortoise, Henry, and many other birds and animals. Live music will feature Patti Barnes, vocalist/keyboards among others.
Proceeeds to support the Sanctuary and conservation. Space is limited due to Canyon parking requirements. Reservations required by September 21. Send 2 self addressed stamped envelopes OR email address for directions, $25 with Sierra Club#/$35 non-members, check payable OC Group Sierra Club to reservationist: Gabriele Rau, 12 Columbia, Irvine, CA 92612 (gabrielerau@gmail.com).
Hosts: Patti Barnes, Bernie Lipman, Jay Matchett, Bob Siebert, Donna Specht.