Geo-hike, new trails of the Ventura Hills Nature Preserve

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU RSVP. YOU MUST RSVP TO HIKE WITH THIS GROUP, IT'S A LIABILITY ISSUE.

**THE MEETUP POINT IS THE VENTURA HILLS NATURE PRESERVE PARKING LOT**

We will hike the new trails of the Ventura Hills Nature Preserve (mainly trails 101 & 102). All of these trails have great views of Ventura and the Oxnard Plain, and if clear the northern Channel Islands to the south and the western Transverse Ranges to the north. Expect 5 miles roundtrip, or +6 miles if we go to the communication tower too, \~900-1200 ft elevaton gain with a pace of 2.0-2.5 MPH. I'll stop here and there and say a few words about the geology along the route that is over the south limb of the Ventura Anticline. Dogs must be on a leash for the entire hike. Hike has no sweep. No guests, have them join. Rain cancels event.

The Ventura Hills Nature Preserve is part of the Ventura Land Trust, a very worthy cause. More information here: [https://www.venturalandtrust.org/](https://www.venturalandtrust.org/)

Geologic map covering route of this geo-hike: [https://geologicmapsfdn.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=9fa974318ac44bf0992455f5c6691774](https://geologicmapsfdn.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=9fa974318ac44bf0992455f5c6691774)

DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY\*
(IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY):
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals. Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Geo-hikes Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for this or any Geo-hikes Meetup event, you are releasing the Geo-hikes Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

* Anyone 18 yrs. or younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.