Canoeing Los Angeles

MIDDAY FIRE WORKSHOP — hands-on

To attend and for exact location, Register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-plant-id-walk-with-soup-and-fire-making/) October 22 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm $30.00 – $45.00 Thursday, October 22, Noon. LUNCHTIME FIRE WORKSHOP SURVIVAL, BUSHCRAFT, SELF-RELIANCE! Primitive skills are very popular, and the ability to make fire without matches is at the top of the list. We will practice a few of the primitive methods of fire-starting methods, and you will learn some of the secrets that come from years of experience. You will get to practice the bow drill, the hand drill, flint and steel, and more. We will also go for a short walk (if time) so you can see the types of woods that are best for making fire, and the tinders that are best for getting your fire to light. And enjoyable gathering. Bring a bowl and water. And yes, you will learn about a few wild plants at this class as well. Location sent when you register — most likely Hahamongna. Please register to attend and for location. Hahamonga Watershed County Park is our field office, the class may be in a different location.

Cantonese Families Meetup #6

Hi all! Come hang out in the park again. We'll be doing circle time again, earlier this time. Trying out a morning meetup on the westside! (subject to change if I get enough protest about this). Cantonese circle time will be 15-20 minutes, with some short songs, story time, and perhaps a short activity. These will all be designed to be engaging for a variety of ages (mainly thinking \~1-6yo). Be prepared to circle up with your kids and help facilitate hopefully a fun and enriching short program! The rest of the time will be free time for play, chat, and community building. Cantonese is always encouraged, but there's no pressure. Picnic blanket recommended but no fret if you show up without one. **1 RSVP per family** Whether or not you're bringing your fam, please RSVP for just yourself to leave space for others to RSVP (we're capped by Meetup to 10 RSVP guests). **Intentions:** * Create a fun, friendly, and supportive community * Improve each other's Cantonese by providing more opportunities to speak and learn - both for parents and kids * Bond with other Cantonese-speaking parents (or non-Canto parents trying to learn) and share the joys and challenges of trying to raise Cantonese-speaking humans * Normalize Cantonese for our kids by creating a place where other kids also speak Cantonese * Promote Cantonese language and culture, and both surface and serve the Canto-speaking community scattered throughout LA * Share tips and Canto resources **If you can't make this date/time, but are interested in the group, please message me. I'd love to hear from you.**

MIDDAY FIBRE AND YUCCA WORKSHOP

To attend and for exact location, Register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/lunchtime-fibre-and-yucca-workshop/) Thursday, October 8, Noon. **midday FIBRE AND YUCCA WORKSHOP IN THE ARROYO** This is one of our Ethnobotany class series. We’ll be in a section of the Arroyo Seco and learn about some the history and unique plant-life of the area. We’ll see edible and medicinal plants on our short walk, and will learn some basics about making cordage, nets, and bags. You will practice hands-on making cordage, nets, bags, brushes, etc. A very good introduction to this ancient art. Bring your canteen. Location — you’ll get details upon registration. $45 ($30 senior and students). Please register to attend and for location. Hahamonga Watershed County Park is our field office, the class may be in a different location.

Dance with Jan & Marc in La Canada

We dance on Thursdays 8:00 - 10:00 PM at the Nourishing Spirits Center on the campus of St. George's Episcopal Church, 808 Foothill Blvd., La Canada. Whether you're new to folk dancing or experienced, we hope you’ll join us for fun and beautiful dances from around the world. This may be long, but we think you will find it helpful. This event is part of an ongoing group, and you are welcome to come any week. For your first visit, please try to arrive 5-10 minutes early so we can say hello before teaching starts. We will teach several dances appropriate for both new and experienced dancers for half an hour or so, and there will be more dances you can join in after that. You will be dancing the first evening, even if you have never danced before. The particular dances we teach each week will depend on the dance experience of our participants. We'll have a break at 9:00 for refreshments and socializing and then dance again until 10:00. (If you can't stay that late, it's perfectly fine to leave early.) Your $5 helps pay our rent. This is not a business. We dance for the joy of it. We are a very friendly group and very supportive of new participants. The teaching is extremely popular. No one is ever pressured or put on the spot. Our only goal is to have fun together. We no longer require vaccinations or masks, but we encourage good health practices, and some participants wear masks. We use Meetup only to attract new participants (like you!) and not for our normal communications. To learn more about our group or to contact us, please visit [Foothill.Dance](https://Foothill.Dance) (no .com, .org, .net, or .anything else is needed). We hope you can join us soon for a fun evening of dancing and socializing. Jan & Marc Rayman

🌴 YBO x Insecure 10th Anniversary Tour

FREE pick-up flag football, Sunday 9am in La Canada, 91011.

**FREE Sunday flag football** at 9:00am on a grass high school football field in La Canada, 91011. We have all the jersey's, flags, and equipment so just bring your cleats and your fun competitive spirit and you are good to go! We’re a fun group that has been doing this for over 30 years and still going strong. We always welcome new players and anyone you can bring with you. Our skill level is moderate. We are not ex-NFL nor college D1 players. We're a bunch of semi-hacks that get together on Sunday to have fun playing competitive football. It does get competitive and people come to win. We do not play with a regulation size ball, it's a bit smaller. I cut the game at 16 people, and I turn people away each week. So, if you say you're going to play and no show, you're basically taking somebody else's spot who wanted to play. So we kindly ask that if you say you're going to show up, that you are absolutely 100% guaranteed to show up and do not flake out. **Text me (Joe - 818-371-8861) if you want to be added to the weekly “game-on” text.** **NOTE - I rarely post games here, I just send out the group text. So be sure to text me your info if you want to be included.** See you on the field! Joe 818-371-8861

WILD FOOD OUTING, With Cooking

To attend and for exact location, Register [HERE](https://www.schoolofself-reliance.com/event/wild-clay-workshop/) Folks, this will be an excellent way to see what’s in season and to try some of the wild edibles. We will go on a short walk to explore an area and learn about the wild plants, and their edible and medicinal uses. We will study the diverse flora and we’ll have an opportunity to make a fire and do some light cooking.Students examining fresh chicken-of-the-woods Come and enjoy your time outdoors learning about plant and how they can be used for teas, salads, soups, and medicines. Also you’ll learn about those plants used for fire in a traditional manner.

Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure

**INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY-See Website at** **[www.wildernesstravelcourse.org](http://www.wildernesstravelcourse.org/)** Dear Group Members, particularly the recent swell of new, never-been-backpacking-before-but-want-to-start members: There is a great Sierra Club opportunity that is about to begin….an opportunity that only happens one time each year and it is one of the best outdoor learning experiences the Sierra Club has to offer. This is the Angeles Chapter Wilderness Travel Course (WTC). Some of you have taken the course and are now leaders and/or knowledgeable hikers. For those of you who have not, enrollment in WTC is something you should consider now. The Wilderness Travel Course helps build outdoor skills so hikers can be safe in the backcountry. The course runs for ten weeks and includes four field trips (two one day and two weekend outings). Students learn map and compass navigation skills for competent hiking off-trail, snow travel, rock scrambling techniques, first aid, nutrition and lots more. The course is followed by unforgettable experience backpacking trips, most of which take place in the High Sierra, Sequoia and Yosemite during the summer months. WTC moves you from being a day hiker to a more serious adventurer. You will acquire skills in trip planning, preparation, equipment and wilderness safety to take you into the backcountry in all seasons, beyond roads and trails with new friends that share your interest in the outdoors. Again, the course runs only one time each year and takes place in Southern California in four locations as follows: West Los Angeles (Wednesdays beginning Jan 6th;Orange County (Tuesdays beginning Jan 12th) Long Beach/South Bay (Wednesdays beginning January 20th); San Gabriel Valley (Tuesdays beginning Jan 26th); The four geographic areas fill up well in advance of the class start date so register early. **FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER FOR THE COURSE GO TO: www.wildernesstravelcourse.org**

DISPERSED CAMPING: Big Bear / Holcomb Valley ~ ~ cooler temps ~ ~

**Finally, we have cool, Fall weather up in the mountains!** **We are spending the weekend disperse camping in Holcomb Valley, just a few miles north of Big Bear Lake.** **We were there just 4 weekends ago, over the Labor Day weekend, and we’re doing it again!** **We’ll spend the entire weekend at about 8,000’ elevation, under cool, pleasant conditions, with beautiful Fall colors.** **Show up on Fri or Sat.** **MEET US AT THE CAMPSITE AT THESE COORDINATES:** **34°18'05.0"N 116°52'24.0”W** **Set your walkie talkies / GMRS radios on channel 6 for communication.** **Once you set up camp you’re free to just chillax, go on a hike, or go search for gold, if your soul desires.** **We have room for a few vehicles that can join us. Please join the waitlist.** **In general, we’ll be DISPERSED camping just off a forest service road, a couple of miles east of Holcomb Valley Campground.** **Look at a map to see the general area where we’re talking about.** **If you have any questions, please comment below.**

FRIDAY--Easy Night walk around Silverlake

Silverlake can be quite beautiful at night. Walk is mostly easy 2.2 miles RT around the lake. Walk is approx. 1 hour. There is short uphill on this walk--approx. 10 minutes Some members go to the local Oyster bar afterwards. **Rain will cancel walk. Dogs ok as long as on leash.** Parking: Street parking. There is more parking when you park along the lake --along W. Silverlake Dr.

Fall Colors for 2026 . . . Eastern Sierra AND Hot Springs Hop...

Autumn and Fall Colors is really an east coast thing . . . EXCEPT for the Eastern Sierra. Nowhere else in California does the foliage explode in color like this. The Quaking Aspens and the Cottonwoods turn and it is glorious. Take a look at pix from past times we have gone [https://photos.app.goo.gl/4H8pH2uSezGKoH1h8](https://photos.app.goo.gl/4H8pH2uSezGKoH1h8) For the Fall Colors portion we will be driving to all the best spots (and short short photo hikes. Didn't you mention Hot Springs too? YES!!! On the way to the prime fall colors spots we will be making our way to the local natural mineral hot springs. The autumn temps will make it perfect for a series of Hot Springs dips. **FALL COLORS** **&** **HOT SPRINGS HOP** **One event and we get TWO amazing adventures.** **Likely Saturday route:** (for Fall Colors) * Twin Lakes * Virginia Lake * Green Creek * Lundy Canyon (for Hot Springs and other sites) * Buckeye Hot Springs * Travertine Hot Springs * The Hot Spring (for fun or point of interest) * Bodie **Likely Sunday:** (for Fall Colors) * June Lake Loop * Convict Lake * McGee Creek * Round Valley * Lake Sabrina ( For Hot Springs and other sites) * Wild Willys and more Willy's * Layton Springs * Hot Creek geological site * Shepherd * Rock Hot Tub * Crab Cooker * Hilltop Hot Tub (aka Pulky's Pool) * Keogh Hot Ditch (the free one) * Keogh Hot Springs (for fun or point of interest) * Mono Tufa or Mono Fissures more Mono * Crowley Columns * Obsidian Dome We have done the Hot Springs Hop AND the Fall Colors before on the group as SEPRATE events. We are combining for more fun and adventure and value. **To attend this event:** 1. RSVP on this event 2. [CLICK HERE for the payment link. https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/MSHLSM3F75ZPS](https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/MSHLSM3F75ZPS) 3. [Click Here and fill out our Attendees google form](https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5) [https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5](https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5) (this is also what the carpool info gets built from) **RSVP alone does not save your spot. Our events always fill.** **Includes:** * Two nights camping / Three Days * Firewood or charcoal or propane fire pits. * Flush restrooms * Hot Showers available * Perfect for the beginner and first timers. * Most come solo - - - Come alone and leave with friends. Gear: The only specialized gear you need is Tent, Sleeping bag, Sleeping Pad (yoga mat). Everything else is household items you already have. This is Tent camping. No RV. No Trailers. No giant campervans. Food: You bring your own food. This way you know your allergies or diet needs. You are also able to prepare and eat at times convenient to you. There will be communal fire pits to use for cooking in the evening. Bring any cooking gear or stoves you wish. Restaurant, general store located by our site. So you can make it super civilized camping. Location? Exact info goes out only to confirmed attendees. It goes out with all the finalized event info. We don't want crashers, ex's or stalkers "just showing up." Also . . . this event will fill. People "just showing up" hoping there is an extra space will result in them being in your place. That's a big bummer. Refunds or Cancel? * Refunds given if cancel is made more than two weeks in advance of the event start date/time. * IF less than two weeks notice of cancel 100% credit is given towards a future event. Credits do not expire. * *[General Policies](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282460572/)* ***Questions?*** [CLICK HERE to send a Direct Message](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881) ***More Questions?*** [CLICK HERE for our monthly ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/302675324/)**[Q & A CAMPING Zoom](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/302675324/)**[.](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/302675324/) **Q:** I'm a first-timer or newbie? Is this event a good first event or good for inexperienced? **A:** Yes. Perfect if less experienced. It's easy camping and easy hikes. ***What do I need?*** *[Newbie Camping Advice All things GEAR](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282543094/)* *[Newbie Camping Advice All things FOOD](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282543120/)* **Carpools?** Yes there are carpools. They are encouraged but not required. Save gas and money and emissions. Carpool Matrix available to confirmed attendees only. Our [Carpool info](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282458970/) **Dogs?** Dogs OK on trail and in campsite. Must be on leash in camp. **Kids?** Kids ok on trail and in campsite. Leash is optional. Kids under 18 are 1/2 cost. (message for a separate link) Dogs are free no matter what age. **Fun?** No matter your age or species . . . you will have fun. Adults of all ages are welcome too!! * **[Click Here for the main group where posted.](https://www.meetup.com/twofeet/events/311412613/)** * **[Click Here and fill out our google "interest" form](https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5)** (there is a box for "interested and keep me in the loop") * **[CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/twofeet/join/) to join in on the other fun events planned.** Note: Of course the number RSVP'd is not the number attending. People can (and do) RSVP but do not take care of payment. They RSVP to take care of it late. This event is limited to 40. When it does fill, . . . the payment link will be deactivated. If the payment link works . . . there is still space. That being said . . . do not wait or delay. Event will fill. Don't be left out. **Notice:** We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, age, disability, gender, gender preference, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, national identity, marital status, familial status, religion, political beliefs or even for belly button lint. We welcome all, . . . and that includes you!!

Fall Colors for 2026 . . . Eastern Sierra AND Hot Springs Hop..

Autumn and Fall Colors is really an east coast thing . . . EXCEPT for the Eastern Sierra. Nowhere else in California does the foliage explode in color like this. The Quaking Aspens and the Cottonwoods turn and it is glorious. Take a look at pix from past times we have gone [https://photos.app.goo.gl/4H8pH2uSezGKoH1h8](https://photos.app.goo.gl/4H8pH2uSezGKoH1h8) For the Fall Colors portion we will be driving to all the best spots (and short short photo hikes. Didn't you mention Hot Springs too? YES!!! On the way to the prime fall colors spots we will be making our way to the local natural mineral hot springs. The autumn temps will make it perfect for a series of Hot Springs dips. **FALL COLORS** **&** **HOT SPRINGS HOP** **One event and we get TWO amazing adventures.** **Likely Saturday route:** (for Fall Colors) * Twin Lakes * Virginia Lake * Green Creek * Lundy Canyon (for Hot Springs and other sites) * Buckeye Hot Springs * Travertine Hot Springs * The Hot Spring (for fun or point of interest) * Bodie **Likely Sunday:** (for Fall Colors) * June Lake Loop * Convict Lake * McGee Creek * Round Valley * Lake Sabrina ( For Hot Springs and other sites) * Wild Willys and more Willy's * Layton Springs * Hot Creek geological site * Shepherd * Rock Hot Tub * Crab Cooker * Hilltop Hot Tub (aka Pulky's Pool) * Keogh Hot Ditch (the free one) * Keogh Hot Springs (for fun or point of interest) * Mono Tufa or Mono Fissures more Mono * Crowley Columns * Obsidian Dome We have done the Hot Springs Hop AND the Fall Colors before on the group as SEPRATE events. We are combining for more fun and adventure and value. **To attend this event:** 1. RSVP on this event 2. [CLICK HERE for the payment link. https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/MSHLSM3F75ZPS](https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/MSHLSM3F75ZPS) 3. [Click Here and fill out our Attendees google form](https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5) [https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5](https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5) (this is also what the carpool info gets built from) **RSVP alone does not save your spot. Our events always fill.** **Includes:** * Two nights camping / Three Days * Firewood or charcoal or propane fire pits. * Flush restrooms * Hot Showers available * Perfect for the beginner and first timers. * Most come solo - - - Come alone and leave with friends. Gear: The only specialized gear you need is Tent, Sleeping bag, Sleeping Pad (yoga mat). Everything else is household items you already have. This is Tent camping. No RV. No Trailers. No giant campervans. Food: You bring your own food. This way you know your allergies or diet needs. You are also able to prepare and eat at times convenient to you. There will be communal fire pits to use for cooking in the evening. Bring any cooking gear or stoves you wish. Restaurant, general store located by our site. So you can make it super civilized camping. Location? Exact info goes out only to confirmed attendees. It goes out with all the finalized event info. We don't want crashers, ex's or stalkers "just showing up." Also . . . this event will fill. People "just showing up" hoping there is an extra space will result in them being in your place. That's a big bummer. Refunds or Cancel? * Refunds given if cancel is made more than two weeks in advance of the event start date/time. * IF less than two weeks notice of cancel 100% credit is given towards a future event. Credits do not expire. * *[General Policies](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282460572/)* ***Questions?*** [CLICK HERE to send a Direct Message](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=273063881) ***More Questions?*** [CLICK HERE for our monthly ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/302675324/)**[Q & A CAMPING Zoom](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/302675324/)**[.](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/302675324/) **Q:** I'm a first-timer or newbie? Is this event a good first event or good for inexperienced? **A:** Yes. Perfect if less experienced. It's easy camping and easy hikes. ***What do I need?*** *[Newbie Camping Advice All things GEAR](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282543094/)* *[Newbie Camping Advice All things FOOD](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282543120/)* **Carpools?** Yes there are carpools. They are encouraged but not required. Save gas and money and emissions. Carpool Matrix available to confirmed attendees only. Our [Carpool info](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282458970/) **Dogs?** Dogs OK on trail and in campsite. Must be on leash in camp. **Kids?** Kids ok on trail and in campsite. Leash is optional. Kids under 18 are 1/2 cost. (message for a separate link) Dogs are free no matter what age. **Fun?** No matter your age or species . . . you will have fun. Adults of all ages are welcome too!! * **[Click Here for the main group where posted.](https://www.meetup.com/twofeet/events/311412613/)** * **[Click Here and fill out our google "interest" form](https://forms.gle/7LktppE3Uqo67XSs5)** (there is a box for "interested and keep me in the loop") * **[CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/twofeet/join/) to join in on the other fun events planned.** Note: Of course the number RSVP'd is not the number attending. People can (and do) RSVP but do not take care of payment. They RSVP to take care of it late. This event is limited to 40. When it does fill, . . . the payment link will be deactivated. If the payment link works . . . there is still space. That being said . . . do not wait or delay. Event will fill. Don't be left out. **Notice:** We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, age, disability, gender, gender preference, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, national identity, marital status, familial status, religion, political beliefs or even for belly button lint. We welcome all, . . . and that includes you!!