Come join me on Wednesday, October 29 for an intermediate evening hike! After this week with the clock change I go into hosting hibernation on Wednesdays but be on the lookout for weekend hikes! We will hike to the crest of the ridge to get a good workout and also some beautiful views. Beginners may...
This week: Snyder Trail. We will be ascending Snyder trail from Paradise Road all the way to Camino Cielo. This is a gentle climb with some single track and some road sections, culminating in what used to be Knapp's Castle, now lost to antiquity. We'll replenish up top and head down the same route. This...
Sun setting from the Chumash trail on Sept 25, 2025. Thank you Jimbo (thats gonna be a hard photo to beat) WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike up the Chumash Trail in Simi Valley every Thursday night since the Jurassic Period, and he'll be leading this event until the Ice Age, i.e. this...
Hey, anyone want to do a Halloween hike with me and a few local ghosts and forest sprites? Join me for a SPOOOOOOKY Friday evening hike at a stalwart of Ventura County trails: Angel Vista. It's an advanced beginner to moderate out-and-back hike using the Rosewood Trail leading us up to the 360° view at...
From the website: Come join the fun and enjoy one of the all time cult classics! From the web site: “LET’S DO THE TIME WARP AGAIN!” Halloween’s ultimate cult-classic comes alive on the High Street Screen & Stage. It’s the ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW along with its notorious “Shadow Cast.” Experience it again, or for...
Let's hike in search of fall colors, this can be a beautiful spot for that. It could be hot starting out (no shade) and then also get cooler as it can get windy in this area so please come prepared with layers! It has been over a year since I last did this hike so...
Howdy y'all!! Grab those fancy dancin’ dresses and cowboy hats and join me for a night of romance, humor and great music, as we step back in time to the American frontier before Oklahoma was a state. Click here to read about the Oklahoma musical Please order your ticket before you RSVP I bought my...
The south side of Jenga Rock with the actual Rocky Peak in the center above on Sept 7 2025. Thanks Alan and his smartphone camera. WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike in every Sunday afternoon for over 20 years, and he'll be leading this event as long as he keeps getting large annual...
This is a slow-poke (fit beginner/intermediate) hike at about 3.5 miles with an elevation gain of 670'. The gain is a continuous steady climb, and the descent is continuous going down, but we will take breaks when needed. The Hike My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2 mph) and the end time is approximate only. We...
Hey! In the late autumn/winter, I usually like to hike in the afternoon midweek to get some daylight. Join me this Wednesday for a lovely afternoon outing featuring two gorgeous landmarks in beautiful Wildwood Park, while also getting a great workout. Bonus: sunshine! 🌞 It's a grand tour of two of the main attractions of...
This week: Romero Canyon. We will be ascending the single track Romero Canyon trail. This route starts up an overgrown road which is fairly steep, crosses the creek and hits the intersection of the old Romero Road. We'll hang left and ascend steadily up a single track to the intersection of that same road to...
Chumash trail on Nov 14, 2024. Thank you Jimbo Enjoy the magic of hiking the Chumash trail in the dark. Bring a flashlite and come feel the night with us. And, most importantly, get outdoors after working inside all day. WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike up the Chumash Trail in Simi Valley...
Come and join me on a 6-8 mile hike in the Newhall area. There can be some beautiful fall colors in this area at times so let's check it out. The plan is to hike East Canyon which is 6 miles and possibly add Mission Peak, depending on what the group decides. There is also...
Let's head to Ventura for cooler weather and a walk around the Ventura Settling Ponds, a beach walk to the Robert J. Lagomarsino Visitor Center, the Mermaid Playing Lute statue, and a late lunch/early dinner at the Harbor Cove Café. The Hike This is 4-mile hike/walk/beach walk with an elevation gain of a whopping 50'....
You are in for a treat with on the Vista Del Mar trail, with amazing views of the ocean, a different perspective of Boney Mountain, pretty scenery around the neighborhoods, and ponds. The Hike My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2 mph) and the end time is approximate only. We take breaks, we explore, and we...
The south side of Jenga Rock with the actual Rocky Peak in the center above on Sept 7 2025. Thanks Alan and his smartphone camera. WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike in every Sunday afternoon for over 20 years, and he'll be leading this event as long as he keeps getting large annual...
Let's do this again and try for more gain! Perhaps 3.75 miles? More? This is a slow-poke (fit beginner/intermediate) hike at about 3.5 miles with an elevation gain of 670'. The gain is a continuous steady climb, and the descent is continuous going down, but we will take breaks when needed. The Hike My hikes...
Let's get a hike in before the forecasted deluge Thursday-Sunday! Bring a snack to share at the beautiful Olympic Farms Overlook as we revel in the midday sun. 🌞 This is a pleasant, scenic hike of ~5 miles with a total elevation of ~380 feet. The hike is definitely suitable for fit beginners, but we...
This week: Tequepis Trail. We'll meet for carpool at Big 5 and drive over to Trailhead. From the parking area near Circle V camp, we'll cross the creek a couple places heading steadily upward, enjoying some great views of Lake Cachuma and the Santa Ynez Valley. This hike, while long and covering a lot of...
Chumash trail on Nov 14, 2024. Thank you Jimbo Enjoy the magic of hiking the Chumash trail in the dark. Bring a flashlite and come feel the night with us. And, most importantly, get outdoors after working inside all day. WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike up the Chumash Trail in Simi Valley...
You are in for a treat on the Vista Del Mar trail with amazing views of the ocean, a different perspective of Boney Mountain, pretty scenery around the neighborhoods, and ponds. The Hike My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2 mph) and the end time is approximate only. We take breaks, we explore, and we don't...
Sunset on the Rocky Peak trail Oct 2023. Thank you Teka, WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike in every Sunday afternoon for over 20 years, and he'll be leading this event as long as he keeps getting large annual hike-organizer pay raises. This hike always happens, even when it rains, snows, hails, or...
It's that time of year to stay off those muddy trails and tonight is between the rainy days. We will walk through the Moorpark College campus and explore the Teaching Zoo, library, observatory, and other interesting areas. This is a 3.75 mile walk with an elevation gain of 335', suitable for beginners. Meet me at...
Hey, let's walk the Calleguas Creek Walkway. It's a beautifully-paved walkway that runs right alongside the creek. We'll save local trails from damage while also getting sunshine and exercise. Win-win. This hike is on a paved multi-use path and a few sidewalks, avoiding muddy trails after days of rain. If there's still flowing water contained...
This week: Montecito Loop. Parking at the San Ysidro Trailhead OR meeting at Big 5. This route ascends San Ysidro trail before veering West across the creek to pick up McMenemy Trail. McMenemy traverses the hills above some of the prettiest vistas of Montecito. We'll turn up and climb Saddle Rock trail which has some...
Chumash trail on Nov 14, 2024. Thank you Jimbo Enjoy the magic of hiking the Chumash trail in the dark. Bring a flashlite and come feel the night with us. And, most importantly, get outdoors after working inside all day. WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike up the Chumash Trail in Simi Valley...
The Los Padres from Above, an Aerial Perspective with Bill Dewey Thursday, November 20, 6:30pm Faulkner Gallery – Santa Barbara Public Library 40 East Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, CA Join local photographer Bill Dewey as shares images from his archives that cover 30 years of flying over the Los Padres and will include images of...
Calling all classical concert enthusiasts! Stressed from work etc? Time to come listen and enjoy, relaxing choral pieces. I have been singing with Conejo Choral Society for a few years now. There are other concert times if interested, just posting the Saturday time here that I will be singing in along with some other concert...
Sunset on the Rocky Peak trail Oct 2023. Thank you Teka, WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike in every Sunday afternoon for over 20 years, and he'll be leading this event as long as he keeps getting large annual hike-organizer pay raises. This hike always happens, even when it rains, snows, hails, or...
Let's do this again! For this week, we'll keep it at 3 miles because Lisa is and has been off a while and I'm just back from fighting a cold. This is a slow-poke (fit beginner/intermediate) hike at about 3.0 miles with an elevation gain of 670'. The gain is a continuous steady climb, and...
This week: Aliso Cyn Loop incl Upper Oso. We will walk the road and through Sage Hill campground to avoid $10 parking fee (cheapskate). Then we walk the lovely Aliso Cyn interpretive trail which leads to the climb up out of the valley. Then we drop down to Upper Oso campground, which is closed and...
Chumash trail on Nov 14, 2024. Thank you Jimbo For those who might want to burn off some over indulgence or would just rather hike than eat. This is for you. If no one registers by 4pm the hike will be cancelled. WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike up the Chumash Trail in...
From all of The PM Hikers Leadership Team, we wish you a wonderful, loving and safe Thanksgiving.
Sunset on the Rocky Peak trail Oct 2023. Thank you Teka, WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike in every Sunday afternoon for over 20 years, and he'll be leading this event as long as he keeps getting large annual hike-organizer pay raises. This hike always happens, even when it rains, snows, hails, or...