Calendar Event: Pack 794 Hike - Point Lobos State Reserve
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| Date | Sunday, January 29, 2012 |
| Start Time | 08:00 AM |
| End Date | Sunday, January 29, 2012 |
| End Time | 01:00 PM |
| Calendar Group | Pack |
| Last updated by GaryAdams on Friday, January 27, 2012 at 12:07 PM. Update Delete | |
location:Point Lobos State Reserve
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About Point Lobos State Reserve
This area contains headlands, coves and rolling meadows. The offshore area forms one of the richest underwater habitats in the world popular with divers. Wildlife includes seals, sea lions, sea otters and migrating gray whales (from December to May). Thousands of seabirds also make the reserve their home. Hiking trails follow the shoreline and lead to hidden coves. The area used to be the home of a turn-of -the-century whaling and abalone industry. A small cabin built by Chinese fishermen from that era still remains at Whalers Cove and is now a cultural history museum
Gathering
- We will meet between the El Polo Loco and DMV Parking Lot, Gilroy
- Try to arrive at 8:00 A.M., we will leave by 8:15 A.M. SHARP
Hike
Mild to Moderate Hike, We will taking a combination of trails and spend most of the time taking in the outstanding views!
- Park @ Sea Lion Point Parking Area
- Head north on Cypress Cove Trail, North Shore and Whaler's Knoll Trails
- 4.4M, ~ 200 ft elevation gain.
What to Bring:
- Morning snack & sack lunch
- At Least two bottles of water per person (water will keep you hydrated better than juice or sweet drinks).
- Sun protection (Sunscreen and Hat)
- Rain Weather Gear, and a light jacket.
- Uniform: Class "B" (Pack T-shirts)
- Camera would be nice but not required
Requirements for the Hiking Belt Loop
- Complete these three requirements:
- Explain the hiking safety rules to your den leader or adult partner.
- Practice these rules while on a hike.
- Demonstrate proper hiking attire and equipment.
- Hike at least 30 minutes with your adult partner, family, or den.
