Important Outing Information

Waiver

To participate in a Sierra Club outing, you must sign a liability waiver. If you would like to read a copy of the waiver before the outing, go to: https://content.sierraclub.org/outings/participant-forms, or call 415-977-5630.

Medical Form

This form now includes a coronavirus addendum. We’re asking all trip participants to complete this document to help leaders gather important information about participants and their potential level of COVID-19 exposure. https://content.sierraclub.org/outings/sites/content.sierraclub.org.outings/files/medical.pdf?20217?202110

Rating Codes

These codes indicate the technical difficulty, not the strenuousness.

SE – Applies to uncomplicated outings such as hikes on trails or the equivalent (with minimal navigation skills).

O – Applies to uncomplicated outings such as hikes on trails or the equivalent (with minimal navigation skills).

I – Includes outings that involve cross-country travel where nav-gation is necessary. Rougher ground than “O” outings may be traversed, and use of hands for balance may be necessary. Climbing level: 2nd class terrain.

C – Events under external control of a non-Sierra Club entity, (i.e. ranger, guide, concessionaire).

Outing Reservations

Reservation fees of from $5-$15 are refunded only when you show up and if they aren’t needed to offset costs. Cancellation policy on more expensive trips is as follows: Cancellation within 30 days, no refund without replacement. If your spot is filled, 90% will be refunded. This policy is in effect unless the leader states otherwise in writing. Always send contact and drive/carpool information. Make checks payable to “GLS”.

Dogs

For most people, the presence of a well-behaved dog can be entertaining, or at worst a mild annoyance. However, this is not true for everyone. Some people suffer from various levels of fear of dogs. Because of this, and the potential intrusion on wildlife, the Sierra Club policy is that dogs are not allowed on Club outings unless the write-up states DOGS OK. Make sure you bring adequate food, water, a bowl, and a long leash.

Seller of Travel Notice

CST 2087766-40. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California.

Adventure Pass

National Forests in Southern California (Los Padres, San Gabriel, San Bernardino, and Cleveland) require parked cars to display an Adventure Pass. The pass is available from ranger stations, sporting goods stores, and other local merchants and costs $5 per day or $30 per year. Plan on getting it before your outing, as most outlets do not open early. Many Sierra Club members dispute this user fee and protest it by not buying a pass, possibly incurring a ticket. The choice is yours.

Carpooling

To facilitate the travel logistics for outings, participants often make carpooling arrangements. The Sierra Club does not have insurance for carpooling arrangements and assumes no liability for them. Carpooling, ride -sharing, or anything similar is strictly a private arrangement among participants. Participants assume the risks associated with this travel.

Rideshare Points

Directions to all rideshare points in the Angeles Chapter  Schedule of Activities or at: http://angeles2.sierraclub.org/get_outdoors/know_you_go/rideshare_meeting_places 

La Canada Rideshare Point 
Exit 210 at Rte 2 / Angeles Crest Hwy. Go N (uphill) 1/4 mi on Rte 2, park at curb on right, on long uphill.