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Trip to LPSC Historical Site on July 27

We are heading out on a road trip to discover LPSC’s roots on Saturday, July 27. The RSVP form is due by July 25: LPSC Historical Site Trip Reservation.

In 1937 Ventura County visionaries formed a club dedicated to the budding sport of downhill skiing. They secured a land lease in the Los Padres National Forest, located west of Frasier Park, at Cerro Noroeste / Mt Abel, near Mt. Pinos, and called themselves the Los Padres Ski Club. On that site the Club built a rope tow, powered by a gasoline engine, and a small warming hut. Over the ensuing years, the rope tow gradually fell into disuse as ski areas were developed throughout the state. All that remains now is the hut’s slab and the “bull wheel” and its supporting structure.

The scenic drive is under 2 hours and we encourage carpooling. (Rt.126 to Rt. 5, exit at Fraizer Park). We will meet at 10 AM at the Arco Station in Frazier Park (right side of the road). From there we will caravan to Cerro Noroeste / Mt Abel (8250 ft.). After a moderate hike around – and finding remnants of the original rope tow pulley in a tree – we will have a picnic. Bring your own food and drinks.  There is a campground, Campo Alto, at the peak with plenty of parking, picnic tables and two toilets near the campsite. There is no water or trash cans (pack in and out).

Around 3 Pm we will head to nearby Pine Mountain Club. There is a cute little town you can explore. At 4 we will head over to the Pine Mountain Club golf course for the free Concert on the Greens (4-7PM). Bring your own chair or blanket to sit on. There will be an outdoor bbq for purchase of food and drinks will be available in the bar. (No outside food or drinks allowed). City Beat and Main Street Horns will be playing R&B, rock and soul. We can dance while the sun sets over the mountains.

Head home or book a room at a local B&B or Holiday Inn Express in Frazier Park. Also, if interested, you can hike up Mt. Pinos on Sunday – the club will not be leading this hike, it is more of an optional meetup. (Note: An Adventure Pass is required to park at Mt. Pinos on Sunday, which can be purchased at Big 5 Sporting Goods).

The RSVP form link is here: LPSC Historical Site Trip Reservation

River Rafting, South Fork of the American River, July 8 -10

Bryan has pulled together a very awesome rafting trip that is enjoyable for all. He has reserved 10 spots for river rafting on the south fork of the American River for July 8 – 10. Trip will include 1 1/2 days rafting, Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner, and Sunday breakfast and lunch. There will be options for tent cabin camping, camping on your own, and staying in private accommodations (motel/hotel).

This is a two day rafting adventure.  We’ll arrive Friday night at American River’s private camp on the river and you will have an opportunity to set up your overnight gear.  You can opt for a tent cabin complete with cots, sleeping pads, chairs and a table, or you can provide your own tent and gear.  Saturday morning breakfast is provided, and then we will raft the famous Gorge section. Half-way down, we’ll stop for a delicious deli-style lunch, then raft onward to Folsom Lake. Following refreshments, we will board the shuttle for a short, scenic ride back to camp. As the chef starts cooking our big, country-style BBQ dinner, we invite you to fish, play volleyball, toss horse shoes, take a hot shower, or just relax and enjoy a cold beverage along with scrumptious appetizers. After a tasty dessert, enjoy the rest of your evening swapping stories around a glowing campfire.

The following morning (Sunday), we’ll share a hearty breakfast and board the bus up river to Chili Bar. You will raft the mighty Chili Bar section down to our camp where lunch will be served. This 21-mile long journey ends after lunch at approximately 1:00 PM on Sunday.

Prices below are per person, based on double occupancy:

  • Tent Cabin, provided by American River Recreation: $380
  • Bring your own Tent: $340
  • No Lodging (you provide own lodging at a motel/hotel): $330

Price includes:

  • Rafting full day on Saturday
  • Rafting 1/2 day on Sunday
  • Saturday: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and evening dessert
  • Sunday Breakfast and lunch
  • Tips for our guides

CLICK HERE To sign up for the trip: 2022 Rafting Trip Sign Up Sheet

CLICK HERE to submit the required Liability Waiver: Liability Waiver

PAYMENT DUE JUNE 2ND!!

For more information on the rafting company, click here https://www.arrafting.com/

RAFTING ON THE UPPER KERN RIVER, MAY 22-23

We are planning a rafting trip on the upper Kern River, above Lake Isabella for the weekend of May 22-23.  The plan is now for us to individually drive up Saturday, stay overnight at a motel, raft (or Kayak) Sunday morning, and come home Sunday evening.  Bryan Hennes is making motel and rafting reservations. Prices will be provided later and full payment will need to be made by May 6 to hold your reservation.  We had a few folks do this last year and it was a blast!

CANCELLED: Come rafting the upper Kern with the Los Padres Ski Club!

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we have cancelled this event.

When:  Sunday, June 14th.  We will drive up in car pools on Saturday, June 13th, stay in lodging and go rafting on Sunday and come home Sunday night.

Where: Rafting on the upper Kern just above Lake Isabella. Considered no more than class 2 or class 3 rapids.  Lodging Saturday night at the Corral Creek Resort 8 miles north of Kernville on the Kern River Highway.  The club will provide a Happy Hour on the deck of the Resort on Saturday afternoon. You’re responsible for dinner, and we can go as a group to a restaurant in Kernville. Hotel provides breakfast on Sunday morning. 

What: Rafting with Eagle River Rafting. Full day includes 4 runs down the river.  Choice of guided raft or guide your own kayak with a friend!  Half day is two runs in the morning. Both full and half day include a barbecue lunch at the rafting center. 

How much?  Full day raft trip: $235/person and Half day raft trip: $200/person. Prices includes room and rafting, tax and tip included, rooms are double occupancy. 

Note: In the event this trip must be cancelled due to the current Corona Virus restrictions, you will receive a refund.

Trip leader: Bryan Hennes

How to Sign Up: Download the following forms from our website, complete them, and mail them with a check payable to LPSC to Brian Hennes, 493 Glenwood Pl., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

Must be a member of the Los Padres Ski Club to participate!   

Free Concert In The Park – July 27th

Fellow LPSCer’s – Let’s make the 3rd time the charm by actually showing up for a “Free concert in the Park event” ( the last 2 showings were rather poorly attended). We’ll meet with a picnic dinner/libations in hand at 6-6:30pm at Camarillo’s Constitution Park (Carmen drive and Paseo Camarillo) on Saturday night July 27th. The concert starts at 7:30pm. The band will include former members of Journey, Boston,Santana, Steppenwolf, and Lynard Skynard. I will stake out a place somewhere on the Park grounds with our LPSC banner. Bring your beach chairs, a light blanket and sweater (as it does cool off after the sun goes down), and picnic dinner, and a smile on your face and get ready to have an old time Rockin and Rollin Good Ole Good Time. This one should really be fun!! See ya there!

A Walk to the Seal Sanctuary Overlook, Tar Pits and the Salt Marsh on May4th

Join us for an exploration of the Carpinteria beaches and saltmarsh. We’ll meet at Viola Fields Park (6145 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria) at 10am then walk north toward the Seal Sanctuary Overlook. And, hopefully see seals frolicking on the beach (the babies are sooo cute) and then onto the tar pits.

Afterwards, a walk back down Sandy land Rd to Linden Ave.for lunch.

Details are in the attached file. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy Kunz

Griffith Park Hike and Potluck – June 16

On June 16, 2012, you are invited to join the Los Padres Ski Club on a hike at the Griffith Park Observatory at 9:30am to walk up to Mount Hollywood to enjoy the 360 degree views of Los Angeles then back to the Observatory for a potluck lunch. Kathy will have a cooler in her car for anyone who requires it.

If you have any questions, please contact Sherry Crisp.

Winery Bike Ride – May 12th

Join us Saturday May 12th, 2012, in Solvang/Santa Ynez for a bike ride and wine tasting. Enjoy biking with your friends and enjoying the scenery along the way as the Santa Ynez Valley is beautiful this year with all the recent rains. We are planning to do the Solvang – Los Olivos loop going to the Gainey, Bridlewood, Brander and Roblar wineries and then to the town of Los Olivos where there are 25 tasting rooms within a 2 block radius including Arthur Earl, Andrew Murray, Longoria, Tercero, Byron and Pacific Ridge, ending back at Solvang.

To carpool, either meet between 8:00 & 8:30 AM at the Vons Parking Lot, Seaward and Harbor in Ventura. Going North on the 101, get off at the Seaward off ramp turning left towards the Ocean. Make a left on Harbor and a right into the parking lot between Carrows and the bank. We will leave promptly at 8:30 AM.

Or meet us in Solvang, at the VFW parking lot in Solvang by the Police Station on CA 246 on the east side of Solvang at 10:00 AM. Bring your bike, water and something for lunch, or you can grab something at one of the wineries.

We are also looking for someone interested in being the SAG vehicle. This will depend on the number of people interested in riding. This would be someone interested in going up there for the day but not wanting to ride or only interested in doing part of the ride. They would be in charge of storing any purchases along the way, picking up tired bikers, and taking our lunches to the designated winery.

Newbury Park Hike – April 14th

Join your hiking friends in Newbury Park for a morning of hiking!

The hike is split into three parts. The first part will go to Sycamore Canyon
Falls in Point Mugu State Park. The falls should be gorgeous with all
of the recent rains. The second part of the hike is a climb up to the
Hidden Valley Overlook with views of the Conejo Valley. And finally
for the really ambitious among you, there is a stair climb and decent
which ends at the Satwiwa Cultural Center. The combination of all
three hikes will be about 6 miles, so bring good shoes, water and a
snack. Afterwards we will meet for lunch in Camarillo.

Details: 9AM Saturday , April 14th, 2012
Meet at 8:15AM at the Camarillo Park and Ride [more info] to carpool,
leaving promptly at 8:30 AM. Or meet at 9:00 AM at the Main Parking
Lot at Point Mugu State Park.

To get to the park, take the Wendy Drive off ramp in Newbury Park heading south 2 miles to Lynn Road.
Turn right and proceed 1.7 miles to Via Goleta and the Park entrance
on the Left. Drive to the third parking lot and we will leave from there.

If you have any questions, contact the event coordinator, Kathy Kunz.

LPSC Beach Party – September 24th

The Los Padres Ski Club beach party will be on Saturday, September 24th at 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (ish).

The location is at the end of Greenoch Lane, Ventura. The club will provide coffee and bagels in the morning and cold cuts, bread, lettuce and cheese for lunch in the afternoon. Everyone is to bring a side dish to share, their own beverage, beach chair, umbrella and towels.