Weekend Hikers and Beyond

Join us for an easy, slow-paced, mindful meander - mostly in silence -along Montana de Oro on the Bluff Trail as traces of sunset afterglow fade away and the rise of the nearly full "Wolf Moon" comes into brilliance (99% illumination). We'll take time to pause and enjoy the beauty above, below, and all around us. This is a wonderful stress buster! (Rain or the "threat" of rain cancels.)

WHERE TO MEET: Estero Bluffs -northermost parking lot (north of Cayucos and south of Harmony) https://maps.app.goo.gl/B4qWKqGVQvNFFrXh8?g_st=ipc
Note there are 4 different parking lots- this is the northern most one.

MORE ABOUT THE MINDFULNESS EXPERIENCE:

• Guidance and suggestions will be shared to help participants stay mindfully present, engage the senses, and deepen your connection with the restorative energy of the moon and all the earthly elements.
• The walk will be mostly in silence to allow for the body and mind to ground and clear, and awareness to sharpen.
• There will also be with moments for sitting meditation and optional sharing reflections with the group.
• No prior meditation or mindfulness practice is necessary.

Details:

• Duration: none specified - maybe 1.5ish
• Distance: none specified - be flexible
• Terrain: flat - dirt trails and beach
• Capacity: Limited (Please sign up only if you’re committed to attending. Update your RSVP if plans change to allow others to join.)
• NO Dogs: human-only event
• Sunset: 5:03pm
• Moonrise: 4:17pm
• High Tide: 10:31pm

What to Bring:

• Optional - Towel or cushion for sitting meditation (ground may be damp or wet)
• Dress for coastal weather (LAYERS!)
• Flashlight (headlamps not recommended - not conducive for when we have sharing time)

Disclaimer
Please familiarize yourself with our policies for participation: https://wehike.org/policy/ By participating in this meetup, you are acknowledging you have read this Disclaimer and agree to its terms.

Bring your sense of adventure and sturdy footwear for a challenging hike to the top of Bishop Peak, one of the area’s most popular, scenic, and rocky hiking destinations. Optionally, join us for dinner at Laguna Grill after the hike.

⚠️ Rain cancels this hike. I’ll post updates here.
⚠️ Bishop Peak is the most rugged of our regular hikes. Expect significant gains over uneven terrain.

Essentials

• Distance: 4 miles out and back, elevation gain about 1100’
• Trail map
• Dogs: Welcome on leash
• Terrain: Rugged, mostly open
• Views: Breathtaking
• Climb: Breathtaking
• Optional dinner at Laguna Grill — 11560 Los Osos Valley Road

Bring

• Weather-appropriate clothes
• Sturdy footwear
• More water than you think you need
• Determination to handle rocky inclines
• Trekking poles and rubber tips are optional

Disclaimer
Please familiarize yourself with our policies for participation: https://wehike.org/policy/ By participating in this meetup, you are acknowledging you have read this Disclaimer and agree to its terms.

Join us for a fun hike on the Spring-to Spring trail at Pismo Preserve. This trail goes through the middle section of the preserve and will take us about 1.5 hours to complete.

⚠️️ Rain cancels this event. It's that time of year. We'll keep you posted here.

⚠️️ There's a new parking fee. LCSLO, the nonprofit that maintains Pismo Preserve, charges $5 per car (or $50 for an annual pass). Pay at the kiosk or with the ParkMobile app. You can also park for free across the highway on Price St, less than 10 minutes away on foot. Arrive early to find parking.

Essentials:

• Distance: Less than 4 miles
• Elevation gain: ~500 feet
• Pace: moderate to brisk
• Due to the ever changing microclimate, layers recommended
• Water, sun protection, shoes with good tread
• Please arrive early to find parking.
• 🐾 Leashed dogs welcome / LCSLO Pismo Preserve Policy
• Link to trail status via the Pismo Preserve's Instagram acct.
• Trail Map (PDF)

Disclaimer
Please familiarize yourself with our policies for participation: https://wehike.org/policy/ By participating in this meetup, you are acknowledging you have read this Disclaimer and agree to its terms.