HIKE: July 10 at Big Laguna Trail
Meet us at 7:45am for a 10 mile loop, 5 hour moderate to difficult hike (1000’ elevation gain) from the Penny Pines/Noble Canyon Trailhead at 12000 Sunrise Hwy, Pine Valley, CA 91962
Big Laguna Trail website: HERE
Cost: There is no cost to hike but you will need an Adventure Pass for parking (see website)
Directions: To reach the upper end, take Sunrise Highway from I-8 (near Pine Valley) and drive north 13.5 miles to just past the second cattle guard on the highway. Vehicles should park on either side of the highway on the paved turnouts. The access to the Big Laguna trail is via the Nobel Canyon trail that departs the western turnout and is marked by a small sign. Follow the Nobel Canyon trail about 100 yards to reach the Big Laguna trail junction. The other end of the Big Laguna trail makes a junction with the Pacific Crest Trail about 1/4 mile northeast of the Laguna Station (the Forest Service fire station).
What to Bring:
The 10 Essentials: HERE
Day Hiking checklist: HERE
2021 Medical Form: If you haven’t filled out a 2021 medical form yet please fill one out, email a copy to terri@northcoastcalvary.org and give the original to Orville at the hike.
Adult form: https://www.northcoastcalvary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021_MedicalFormAdult.pdf
Minor form: https://www.northcoastcalvary.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2021_MedicalFormMinor.pdf
Look forward to hiking with you,
Orville Stanton
Dates and locations are subject to change – sign up for OA e-updates (below)
WALK: July 17 at San Dieguito Park
July 17, San Dieguito Park, walk starts at 8:45 am, come a few minutes early, El Camino Real, Del Mar
All levels of walkers are welcome. This is a nice walk with small hills, beautiful scenery and views. San Dieguito is a 125-acre park located in Del Mar. Restrooms, drinking fountains and parking are available.
Directions: I-5 to Lomas Santa Fe Drive. Go east for 1½ miles, turn left on Highland Drive and go down the hill to El Camino Real, then go right to the park which is on your right. Park on the street.
Rain Plan: No walk if raining.
Children/Strollers: at your discretion.
Bring: Water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, sturdy shoes.
San Dieguito Park Website: Here
Walk Leader: Peter Booth
2021 Medical Form: If you haven’t filled out a 2021 medical form yet please fill one out, email a copy to terri@northcoastcalvary.org and give the original to Peter at the walk.
Adult form: https://www.northcoastcalvary.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021_MedicalFormAdult.pdf
Minor form: https://www.northcoastcalvary.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2021_MedicalFormMinor.pdf
HIKE: August 7 10-Mile Beach
Dates and locations are subject to change – sign up for OA e-updates (below) or check back here.
• August 7: 10-mile beach hike – details pending
BACKPACK: August 8-13, Switchbacks Retreat at Desolation Wilderness
Our Five-Day Adventure backpacking retreat is a tremendous spiritual journey in the secluded Tahoe backcountry. We will grow in our relationship with God and with each other. We’ll backpack on the first day to our base camp in the Sierra Mountain Wilderness. We’ll spend a few days out there, canyoneering, rock climbing and being with God. Then we’ll spend a day backpacking back out of the backcountry. And to celebrate we’ll spend our last day river rafting (This is a class III so it is moderate) on the South Fork of the American River.
While out in the backcountry, we’ll explore God’s Word in His playground. We’ll challenge ourselves to grow in Christ through quiet times, campfires, hiking, teachings, climbing and natural waterslides. Our adventure guides at Rock-N-Water will lead the technical adventure while our Switchbacks Team (NCCC’s Wendy Hinman and Natalie Demille) will lead the spiritual journey.
The dates for 2021 are August 8th-13th and we are estimating approximately $500, $419 for Rock-N-Water and the rest for food and gas to get up to Desolation Wilderness in the Tahoe area. This adventure is limited to 16 so sign up early.
WALK: August 14 at Annie's Canyon
TENT CAMP: September 3-6, Labor Day Weekend at Big Bear Pineknot
Camping is a great time to relax, explore, and enjoy friendships old and new in God’s creation.
An All-Church Favorite! A great trip for everyone! Families, single parent families, singles, couples, and YOU!
You’ll enjoy a Saturday potluck, a worship & communion service, morning devotions, group campfires, fellowship, lots of fun adventures, music, and of course plenty of hiking, walking, and relaxing with friends!
Campground: Big Bear Pineknot
Register: HERE
Big Bear Visitors Guide: HERE
WALK: September 11 at Oceanside Harbor
Walking is good for our soul. God can slow us down and make us more open to hear and see Him.
Dates and locations are subject to change – sign up for OA e-updates (below) or check back here.
September 11, Oceanside Harbor, 8:45am – details pending
- If possible take your temperature before coming
- Wear a mask
- Keep 6′ social distance
- We will email by Thursday and post on our website if any new restrictions are added by the City.
HIKE: October 2 at Bridge to Nowhere
Dates and locations are subject to change – sign up for OA e-updates (below) or check back here.
October 2, 7:45am: Bridge to Nowhere
TENT CAMP: October 8-11 Sedona
Oct 8-11: Sedona Camping Trip – Pine Flat Campground West
We’ve reserved sites for about 25 – 30 people and will have more details soon.
Register: HERE
WALK: October 9 at Encinitas Ranch Trail
Walking is good for our soul. God can slow us down and make us more open to hear and see Him.
Dates and locations are subject to change – sign up for OA e-updates (below) or check back here.
October 9, Encinitas Ranch Trail, 8:45am – details pending
- If possible take your temperature before coming
- Wear a mask
- Keep 6′ social distance
- We will email by Thursday and post on our website if any new restrictions are added by the City.
HIKE: November 6 at Lake Hodges - 10 mile San Pascal Valley Loop
Nov 6: Lake Hodges – 10 mile San Pascal Valley Loop – Details pending
Dates and locations are subject to change – sign up for OA e-updates (below) or check back here.
- If possible take your temperature before coming
- Wear a mask
- Keep 6′ social distance
- We will email by Thursday and post on our website if any new restrictions are added by the City.
WALK: November 13 at San Elijo LAGOON ECOLOGICAL RESERVE
Walking is good for our soul. God can slow us down and make us more open to hear and see Him.
Dates and locations are subject to change – sign up for OA e-updates (below) or check back here.
November 13: San Elijo, 8:45am – details pending
La Orilla Trailhead, 16398 El Camino Real, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091 https://maps.app.goo.gl/mCyoGxKMnthnNgM7A
ADA Accessible
- If possible take your temperature before coming
- Wear a mask
- Keep 6′ social distance
HIKE: December 11 at Villa de Valle to Ramona
Helpful Tips
Backpacking Essentials
Essentials 1-5: Protection from the sun, Illumination, Navigation, Hydration and Nutrition
Essential 6: Insulation
Essential 7- 10: Medication (first aid supplies), Incineration (Fire – Waterproof matches), Fabrication (Repair kit and tools), Protection (Emergency shelter).
Clothing layers with boots and socks
Other important things beyond the ten essentials to consider: hiking poles, supplies for Bio brakes (trowel, toilet paper, wipes and bags to carry off used paper), and a bandanna.
Backpack with all the gear plus 2 liters of water. It weighs out at 15 lbs. I used my regular backpacking pack as my daypack, gained a few lbs, because I don’t have a 30 liter pack anymore only the 54 liter one.
Gear and Essentials Info from REI
More Tips
How to Minimize Your Footprint
Taking Your Kids Camping and Hiking
MORE:
- Use moving blankets (purchase at Harbor Freight $5) use as table cloth, area rug for tent and pad under air mattress.
- Durable/comfortable cot – the brand is Kingdom Cot from REI or Amazon.
- Cooking – use oil spray instead of liquid cooking oil
- If there are no showers at a campsite. Use Body Wipes instead (it is more refreshing than shower) and dry shampoo spray available in Walmart at the elder section. (For Big Bear camping – Serrano Campsite across the lake has showers – bring quarters.)
- Towels – use quick dry towels, which are available in many stores.
- Keeping your cooler cold: This will help to reduce the number of times you need to replace ice in your cooler, Here’s a tip to keep the ice and food cold for 4-5 days.
- Cool the cooler 24 hours prior to use.
- Insulate the cooler – pictures below:
