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UPDATE (09/7/21): Outings have resumed, however some changes and additional participation requirements have been implemented because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Please be sure to check the outing listing carefully for instructions about what is required as a condition of participation. The Sierra Club's primary concern remains the safety of the participants on outings.
The Mother Lode Chapter of the Sierra Club is a long established environmentally-minded group offering a large variety of activities. Hiking, kayaking, skiing, biking, camping, potlucks, slideshows, service trips and other events are lead by Sierra Club trained leaders. All adults are welcome, including those who are not members of Sierra Club. We generally meet at a designated local parking area and then carpool to the event site which can be located nearby or several hours away. Most events take all day and are followed by an optional dinner at a restaurant on the drive back. Of course, all of this can vary depending on the event. Leader styles vary greatly. Some are very fast paced with few stops; others travel at a very slow pace and stop frequently. You are required to be properly equipped and able to stay with the group, so be sure to check with the leader if you have any questions about the outing.
Each participant on an outing is required to complete and sign a standard liability waiver. If you would like to read the liability waiver before an outing click on this link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17DFIvEuXuRj56yWSRIY39VtHdUpB1WEO/view?usp=sharing
or contact the Outings Department at 415.977.5528 for a printed version.
For more outings and information see our full list of events at:
http://motherlode.sierraclub.org/outings.html
Happy trails!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Day Hike (2B): Trione-Annadel State Park11th & P Street Open Parking Lot, Sacramento,, CA
After a drive through scenic Sonoma Valley, we'll go end-to-end through this shady park near Santa Rosa, featuring lush meadows and marshes, wildlife and wildflowers. 9 mi., 1,200 ft gain on gently-graded trails, with a car shuttle. Bring lunch and liquids. Some trails exposed; sunscreen is advised. No dogs (park rule). Rain cancels. Leader keeps a slow pace. Gear list and other information will be provided after approval.
Each participant must carry a completed confidential Sierra Club Medical Form (please see https://tinyurl.com/2p8dtefp). Each participant will be required to sign the Sierra Club Sign-In & Waiver Form at the Trailhead. - Day Hike (1A) Quarry Trail to Limestone Rockwalls (Placer Group)1821 Taylor Rd, Roseville, CA
## Details
Join the Sierra Club Placer Group on Saturday May 3, 2025, for a day hike in the Auburn State Recreation Area. We'll be hiking out and back along the Quarry Trail to Limestone Rockwalls. This 3 mile hike is suitable for those new to hiking or those who just want a casual hike on a relatively easy trail. The pace of the hike will be on the slower side of moderate. The trail features varied terrain, including gravel, dirt, and rocks, as well as poison oak. The trail follows a path above a section of the North Fork of the American River, with great views of the river. Wildlife sightings are possible. The trail has some exposure with limited shade in spots, so sunscreen is recommended. Well-behaved dogs on leash and under control at all times are OK. Rest breaks will be taken as needed. We estimate it will take 2 - 2.5 hours at an easy pace. [Optional casual coffee/breakfast stop in Auburn following the hike.] More than a light rain cancels. Hike stats: 3 miles, elevation gain 265.
Bring: Sturdy Boots or hiking shoes are recommended. Bring the essentials, including water, snacks, sunscreen, and layers for changeable temperatures. Also $$ for carpool. (Note: Recommended carpool reimbursement rate is up to $7.00 per hour per carpool participant, or whatever you and your driver agree to.)
Sierra Club Medical/Waiver Forms: Fill out and bring this emergency medical form: [https://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt](https://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt). Leader will check to make sure you have a completed form, then you'll carry it with you in your pack. Each participant will also be required to sign the Sierra Club Sign-In & Waiver Form at the trailhead or meetup location.
The hike is limited to 30 participants. Leaders: Aileen Allison-Zarea, Kathy Verrue-Slater and Trish Kness. If needed. email us at:[placeroutingsleads@gmail.com]
Carpooling - Meet at 7:00AM at Taylor Road Park-n-Ride (adjacent to Golfland-Sunsplash). Vehicles will depart by 7:15 a.m.
Trailhead: For those meeting at trailhead, meet at approximately 7:45 AM. Hike to start around 8 am.Link to Hike:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/quarry-trail-to-limestone-rockwallsNotes: Parking is limited. There is free roadside parking off 49 south of the bridge crossing. If you park in the small lot at the trailhead or along Foresthill Road, a California State Parks Parking pass is required ($10/day or annual pass/Poppy Pass).
Signup Restrictions: If you are feeling sick or have been exposed to someone who has recently (within the past 5 days) been sick from or tested positive for COVID-19, please do not join this trip.
Also, please do not sign up for this outing if you: (1) are not committed to attending as space is limited, or (2) have disabled your Meet-Up email, in whole or in part. (We need to be able to communicate with RSVPs collectively and individually.) If your Meet-Up settings do not allow us to use the Meet-Up email system as indicated, your RSVP will not be accepted. - Day Hike (2C): Sugarloaf Mountain, Skyline Wilderness Park, Napa11th Street & P Street, Sacramento, CA
Loop trail, 9 miles, 2,000 ft. elevation gain, past a lake, with lunch on a mountaintop with a panoramic view. Bring lunch and liquids. Trails mostly exposed; sunscreen is advised. No dogs (park rule). Rain cancels. Leader is slow and takes frequent stops. Gear list and other information will be provided after approval.
Each participant must carry a completed confidential Sierra Club Medical Form (please see https://tinyurl.com/2p8dtefp). Each participant will be required to sign the Sierra Club Sign-In & Waiver Form at the Trailhead. - Backpacking - The BasicsLink visible for attendees
Thinking about backpacking? Not sure where to start? Do you have questions? Then read on…
Join Jeff, and his co-host Anita, to learn all about the basics of backpacking. It’s time to get ready for your wilderness adventures this coming season.
Topics to be discussed at this presentation, which will last about 60-90 minutes, include preparation, gear, food, safety, and environmental impact.
Want to get out into the backcountry? Yet, you might be concerned about trekking too far into the wilderness on your first backpacking adventure. Attend this Zoom presentation to learn more about Jeff’s exciting beginner backpacking trips.
Twenty-four hours before this presentation the Zoom link will be posted on this Meetup event site.
Watch for the scheduling of this presentation monthly through June 2025 on the Stockton/Modesto/Sonora Sierra Club Meetup Group and the Sacramento Sierra Club Meetup Group. Any questions, please contact Jeff Olson, email: rayjeff49@gmail.com, text at 209-661-1116.
