The week has been amazing! Super cool, almost chilly mornings make the afternoons perfect for extended mountain biking. Last week we got in over 50 miles on the dirt and over 10,000 of elevation gain. My times aren't getting any faster but I am eating and sleeping like a Tour de France Champ!

We are super excited about Saturday's guided canyoneering event with ATS. It is gonna be an awesome day on the mountain. If you are still interested sign up. Friday AM is the last time to do so. Don't wait. . .

Stephen Le and his band of expeditionaries are off to Whitney tomorrow. I for one cannot wait to see the photos and video from the peak. Stay tuned.

For those of you who have not had a chance to see the video and photography albums on www.SCOAOutdoors.net go take a look. We have some amazing artists in our midst! To show case the content, we are having a bbq at SCOA HQ next Saturday. Just upload your favorite adventure video and bring your food for the grill and stop by. Everyone will have a chance to talk about their photos and video - relive if you will your adventure. This is the second time we have done this. The first time was a total blast!

This Weekend

Event - 14 Aug 2010

Canyoneering for Beginners

Imagine hiking up a mountain trail that parallels a deep canyon, where down below you hear water flowing over the rocky canyon bottom. You reach a point where the trail crosses the stream. After dressing for the descent, you begin following the watercourse down canyon, dealing with obstacles as they come. Ropes, harnesses and specialized training become the method of travel as you rappel off waterfalls. You may swim, wade or downclimb as you hike. . .

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Event - 21 Aug 2010

Canyoneering Scool Class 1

NEXT Weekend - This class is intended to provide a 'buck' beginner the basics to successfully safely canyoneer with canyoneering guides or experienced canyoneering persons who know how to set ropes. In most cases, at the completion attendees will have the skills and confidence to join SCOA on local canyoneering events. You know all the events with all the great pictures and video. . .

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EVENT- 12 Aug 2010

Whiteney Mountaineering Trail

Stephen Le has a big one on the boards this week - Mount Whitney. Last month he was able to obtain a permit because of many cancellations with the forestry service. Someone's loss is his gain - eh? He and a handful of SCOA members will be traveling to Whitney Portal on Friday. If you have what it takes to be successful on Whitney, sign up.

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BLOG - 10 Aug 2010

Under Water Photography Ocean Art Photo Competition 2010

Scott Gietler my former neighbor and good buddy owns and operates UWPG. He is a great guy and runs a fabulous organization. If you shoot underwater photos do sign up and participate. It is free and fun! Consider joining their mailing list too.

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Event - 10 Aug 2010

Adventure Movie Screenings, BBQ and mini bonfire! - Single Track Focus

Take a break from your normal to the 'club' routine and come watch your favorite videos under the moonlight at SCOA HQ. We will provide the screen, the projector, the grill and a fire pit. You upload your favorite video to SCOA, bring a beach chair, some grillables, your favorite beverage and of course your appetite for food and adventure video.

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