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Comment on Roller Coaster Ridge Trail by Jeff Hester

Jeff Hester — Fri, 11 May 2012 12:45:12 +0000

Thanks for visiting, Jeff T. I love the Roller Coaster Ridge–it’s a perfect length and workout, and the views are terrific. Doing it mid-week at sunset is just about perfection.

Comment on Trans-Catalina Trail by Jeff Turner

Jeff Turner — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:23:57 +0000

This looks like a must do hike to me.

Comment on Roller Coaster Ridge Trail by Jeff Turner

Jeff Turner — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:21:03 +0000

This looks like a fabulous hike, Jeff. Thanks for sharing it.

Comment on Roller Coaster Ridge Trail by Join me on a Wednesday Night Hike in South Orange County — SoCal Hiker

Join me on a Wednesday Night Hike in South Orange County — SoCal Hiker — Wed, 09 May 2012 21:28:48 +0000

[...] on the border between San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano — a trail that I unofficially call The Roller Coaster Ridge. It’s a moderately strenuous 4.6 mile loop with views of the mountains, the Pacific Ocean, [...]

Comment on Hiking Morgan Trail by Krystal Dog Trainer

Krystal Dog Trainer — Tue, 01 May 2012 17:20:23 +0000

I have lived in Lake Elsinore my whole life and never knew about this trail. Going to check it out! Thank you for the post.

Comment on Trans-Catalina Trail by Lee from El Monte

Lee from El Monte — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 01:22:17 +0000

Seven of us went backpacking the TCT in Catalina on April 7, 2012. The trip was for 6 days. Upon arrival at the Hermit Gulch Campground on the first day afternoon, one of our friends went for a short hike. For reasons unknown, she fell and suffered a nasty cut to her forehead with bumps and bruises on her face. Luckily a group of young hikers spotted her and escorted her back to the campground. We took her to the campground office to seek help immediately. William, the Campground Manager (we called him Ranger Will) quickly checked out her wounds and drove her to the hospital in Avalon. Later in the evening, after the doctor released our friend, Ranger Will drove from the campground to the hospital to bring our friend back. Ranger Will was very considerate. He gave us his phone number in case we needed help during the night. Next morning, our friend decided to go back to LA. Again Ranger Will came to our aid. He checked out the ferry schedule and upgraded our friend’s ticket to ensure her a comfortable ride back. He then drove our friend to the pier and made sure she boarded the ferry safely. What Ranger Will had done was over and beyond his duties as the manager of the campground. Throughout the ordeal, he was professional and caring. We wanted to show our appreciation to Ranger Will but he would not accept any monetary compensation or reimbursement from us. We were very fortunate to have Ranger Will as our guardian angel. Thank you Ranger Will!

Comment on Chiquito Falls Trail by nargizza

nargizza — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:24:41 +0000

thank you for recommendations and map!

we’ve done this hike yesterday, it was really great!
(but with two kids one is 7 other is 19 month we went till point 3, the intersection and stayed at the river bank for a looooong play time)

Comment on Hump Day Hikers by Alan

Alan — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:30:29 +0000

No time like the present though it looks like a storms-a-brewing on Wed. I don’t mind hiking in the rain though I’d much rather enjoy a beautiful sunset… I’m definitely keep next Wed open. Thanks Jeff!

Comment on Hump Day Hikers by Jeff Hester

Jeff Hester — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 20:13:58 +0000

Hey, Alan! Good to hear from you. Yeah, it’s a great outdoor workout. Perfect for mid-week. Good length/time. Incredible views. All the schedule an location details can be found through either of the Meetup links, or feel free to hit me up directly.

We draw hikers from all over OC and even San Diego County sometimes.

Comment on Hump Day Hikers by Alan

Alan — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:10:19 +0000

That sure looks like a fun hike and workout. Even though I live in Torrance, I work in Irvine so I’ll definitely come out and join your group one evening. .. the views look awesome!