It is simple, we seek adventure in everything we do. Be it mountain biking remote, twisting, single track in the Sierras, hiking little-known trails in the San Gabriel mountains, camping in awe-inspiring locations, or surfing in Santa Monica - we are about the outdoors and adventure. When you are looking for outdoor adventure in Southern California, you know where to click - www.SCOAOutdoors.net http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/feed/Southern_California_Outdoor_Adventurers.xml Optical Edge Inc. http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 06 Apr 2011 07:38:36 -0700 adventures@scoaoutdoors.net Wed, 06 Apr 2011 07:38:21 -0700 Outdoor adventure/activities in Los Angeles, San DIego, Santa Barbara and Ventura SCOA http://www.scoaoutdoors.net 120 feedback@scoaoutdoors.net FeedForAll Mac v2.1 (2.1.0.1); http://www.FeedForAll.com/ daily 120 2010-06-14T00:21:05-07:00 http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/uploads_user/2000/1079/4496.jpg http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/feed/Southern_California_Outdoor_Adventurers.xml SCOA 144 58 Load up the rig and head to the top of Mount Wilson. Once at the top, we will make our way past the observatory to the Sturtevant Trail or Mt Wilson Trail. Both trails are steep, technical and relentless downhill into Sierra Madre. This is not a beginner's ride but it is not an expert ride either. The key to enjoying this ride is staying in control and using good judgment. Friday's are good because there are fewer people on the trail. Also mountain biking is a perfect way to ring in the weekend! If you have never been to Lucky Baldwins Pub you are in for a treat. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7511 973EA278-62DD-4BF0-96D9-D2171AA67ACE-5838-00004D8498EF3B68-FFA Wed, 06 Apr 2011 07:38:32 -0700 Half price for gear rental, day pass, everything! The pricing is good all day but we\'ll be there about 7PM. Ladies Nite every first Wednesdays - day pass for the ladies: $8 http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7326 C13EB652-4202-4F02-A876-FB7DB6110C98-5838-00004D6030342B43-FFA Wed, 06 Apr 2011 07:37:45 -0700 The entire run will last about 5 hours. Water is running, expect to get wet. That said, I don't think you'll need a wetsuit. This is not a class, not a guided event and not for the first timer. Beginners friendly but only if you've already run a few canyons. Bailey Canyon You must have all the required gear or you won't be allowed to join us. Gear needed: helmet, harness, 2 lockers, rappel device, leash, closed toe shoes and a pack big enough to carry your gear AND communal gear Warm change of clothes to be left in the car. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7505 055AE62E-7C36-4895-BD35-69360BD4996D-5838-00004D5719A56D4B-FFA Wed, 06 Apr 2011 07:35:09 -0700 After work paddling for sea kayakers in San Diego. Bring your own kayak to Bahia to enjoy a casual paddle on Mission Bay at a social pace. We usually do a 1 hour, 3-4 mile loop. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7359 AFF3E617-B206-4E66-8733-4E6A230FD7F5-5838-00004D5041431CC9-FFA Wed, 06 Apr 2011 07:34:30 -0700 The Spoke(n) Art bicycle ride is a free, once-a-month, bicycle tour of art galleries in North East Los Angeles. The ride takes place on the second Saturday of each month - a special night in North East Los Angeles. Area art galleries open their doors late into the night as part of NELAart's "Gallery Night". http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7526 2B1E9577-0F11-4493-82FF-DAFE719A12C8-5838-00004C6E87BF0FC3-FFA Wed, 06 Apr 2011 07:34:01 -0700 I need snow!!! Anyone interested in heading to Mammoth this weekend (4/08 - 4/10)? Driving up Friday night, skiing Saturday and Sunday and driving back Sunday late afternoon. Hotel TBD. Let me know if you're interested! http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7523 D7D94709-8A03-45FA-AC7E-D857A8D1A7CF-5838-00004C652C90FFC7-FFA Wed, 06 Apr 2011 07:17:51 -0700 What an amazing weekend! It was a ski/ride weekend. It is great to see so many of you take advantage of the Pow Pow. This was the weekend of three day weekend! I look forward to seeing some of the photos. If you haven't already take a moment to post. While not SoCal based, Tim from the UK posted a patch of photos from climbing in the UK. His spread made SCOA's home page. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/TheAdventureSport/blog/303/ 12645FF0-94C1-4E3B-BCA4-86D955D398E1-1104-000006B6BAE1E735-FFA Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:30:36 -0700 This is an ALL DAY event. Depart the LA area around 6AM. Arrive Morro Bay around 10AM. We will paddle from 10:30AM until 3PM or until everyone has had their fill. We will depart for LA around 4PM at the latest. Usually we make a quick stop along the way for dinner. We should get back to LA around 9-9:30PM http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7350 34EC3C06-CCB2-455F-8935-AC839A6D50B5-1104-000006AF39041311-FFA Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:30:07 -0700 Chantry Flats mountain bike ride tonight. For some it will be a back in the saddle ride. Come on out for some mid-week fun! http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7347 1D28689F-C4C7-47FF-B0A6-04CAA328D06E-1104-000006A85B605FFD-FFA Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:29:20 -0700 Come join us on a warm weather ride in Southern California . We will catch the morning ferry on Friday. Catalina Island is like stepping back in time to what the California coast looked like prior to the big population and development boom of the 1960's and 1970's. You'll get outdoors in a beautiful setting, so come join us for a great trip. it's supposed to be rated as the best camping in California, we have seen Bison everytime we have been there. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=6526 274E096E-7956-4DFB-8FB0-6D9BB677F39C-1104-000006A06F5937C5-FFA Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:28:51 -0700 Group Surf - that's right Saturday. Keep your eye on the surf report, RSVP and lets surf. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7501 A2A4C821-1EF0-405A-9A68-EFC867E221D9-1104-0000069A0D37E950-FFA Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:28:17 -0700 Canceled - It is time for a multi-sport day! Lets ski/ride at Snow Summit until 3PM then head down to the beach for a bonfire. If you have a surf board or boogie board you have to bring it to round out the experience. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=6431 87B730CF-4238-42BC-95A1-03FA8125E508-1104-0000069373D08C33-FFA Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:27:49 -0700 Only a few more hours until - recess! Don't let a little rain get in the way of your weekend, SCOA is not! We are kicking things off early the Baeza's of The Rock Gym are running a Sport Climbing Lead Course. There is still time to sign up. SCOA is really proud of our team rider Erwin Ruiz who will be competing in Fontana Nationals in the downhill category. Earlier this season, Erwin clinched the series win for his category. We expect he will continue his competitive spirit and smooth riding Saturday and Sunday. Please join SCOA in wishing Erwin good luck! http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/TheAdventureSport/blog/302/ E5944401-B104-4F55-B3A4-E40FD7ABBA8F-1942-00000F18B132FE10-FFA Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:44:44 -0700 First timers to seasoned paddlers, will be paddling and exploring the 15 miles of protected waters in the beautiful Morro Bay Estuary/Bird Sanctuary just a few minutes after we park. The Central Coast and San Luis Obispo county`s most beautiful location. Morro Bay is composed of 2300 acres of mud flats, eelgrass beds, tidal wetlands and open water. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7350 130100A6-0F12-4BC2-A639-E3EB2553DFD7-1942-00000F12F857CC08-FFA Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:44:16 -0700 Want to learn how to lead a sport route? Want to learn from two instructors with over 20 years of experience each? We've got you covered! Jim Baeza (page 97 of the SoCal Sport Climbing Guide) and Melanie Baeza (page 206) have been at it most of their lives and they are ready to share their knowledge with you. Me, I've climbed on 6 continents and have led many SCOA trips - my job for this course is to assist as needed and to cheer you on. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7239 DCB44B3A-FE44-402E-BB82-AEFB9E331BAC-1942-00000F0B52DD1AFE-FFA Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:43:52 -0700 It's that time of year again! The Southwest Kayak Symposium is the place for all kayakers, beginner to advanced levels, to get more training, learn new techniques, see the latest gear, and ultimately have a GREAT TIME! Please take a look at all the links below. It all starts on Friday, March 25 and ends Sunday evening March 27th. Come for all or part of the Symposium. Spend the night camping or go home each night, your choice. Bonfire w/live music during the evening. If you don't have a kayak or gear don't let that stop you. For $10 extra on the classes, they will supply kayak, wetsuit (if necessary), paddle, and pfd. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=6748 5BB237EA-41CC-49E3-8C0D-AD2E32B80792-1942-00000F01E429A429-FFA Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:43:19 -0700 SCOA has been a big fan of brands that are active members of the community - that is not only do they supply great products but that they "give back" to the community as a whole. Teva just announced "Pair for a Foot" program. In short, for every pair of footware purchased, Teva will make donations to protect one linear foot of water. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/TheAdventureSport/blog/299/ C8C93996-EE8B-4CC7-8455-D5D110DDD2E5-1942-00000EFC17B21347-FFA Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:42:38 -0700 Want to learn how to become part of the team on a racing yacht? Want to meet the skippers that need crew and go out sailing? Races are held Wednesday evenings and Weekends and you don’t need experience to be part of a team. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=7312 DECF3BDE-43E7-4AFD-8539-852C1F14B3BF-1942-00000EEF599FCD1E-FFA Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:41:48 -0700 It is time for a multi-sport day! Lets ski/ride at Snow Summit until 3PM then head down to the beach for a bonfire. If you have a surf board or boogie board you have to bring it to round out the experience. Mountain High tickets are $60 for adults (22+) Rentals ski or snowboard package are $30 for the day. Mountain High Website Dockweiler Beach - there is a fee for parking about $10/car. You can park on the street for free. If everyone brings a bit of wood to burn in the pit we will be golden warm for sometime. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=6430 3D5C90D6-58E6-4881-B58F-DC3B43362CDE-1942-00000EE9AD224F5A-FFA Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:42:02 -0700 You can run but where you gonna hide - for 5 days while professionals track you down? You'll have limited resources and missions to complete. Oh and since it is over 5 days you have to find time to sleep. . . I just got off the phone with Greg one of the casting producers. He is excited to be working with SCOA. You must be logged in to follow the link. . . http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/TheAdventureSport/blog/296/ E52B7326-0292-4EB3-B8F0-BD2CB0BB6DC2-1942-00000EE2F9064179-FFA Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:40:48 -0700 Many - probably - most of you are not ready for Santa Barbara Sessions. The trails are very technical. The riders who get the most out of this ride typically are solid intermediate to advanced and are in reasonable shape too. If you take advantage of every run, you will be riding for 4 hours. Are you ready for that? http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=6736 BE2615C3-81B2-4C84-82DD-F5829A6D7BF7-6778-00003299E44DCB7B-FFA Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:45:08 -0800 Come get your fitness on with Laura, Chris and Matt. We mostly use balance balls, BOSU and plyo boxes. It is a great way to break up the day and keep your fitness up. All we ask is that you come with a great attitude! http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=6696 22298415-E51A-447E-8458-5CA5ED26BEC8-6778-00003293AF74573D-FFA Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:44:39 -0800 A weekly ride in the Santa Monica region. Follow the link to get up to the minute info on location. Wayne and Tony usually lead this ride! http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=6717 1A76CFAA-52DA-4753-837A-9C8005FBEEFC-6778-0000328BFE8CEEEA-FFA Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:44:13 -0800 Ready to play in the snow? Then let's go up and play in the snow at Mammoth! We will drive up early Saturday morning for two days of skiing/boarding and then head back Sunday afternoon. (It's about a 3 3/4 hour drive from my house to Mammoth.) Leaving bright and early at 5:45am from Frank's house should put our feet in the snow by 9:45am. Because of the early start time Saturday Frank STRONGLY suggest that everyone come up and spend the night Friday at his house. It has five bedrooms and three bathrooms so there is plenty of room. Frank will make dinner for everyone who makes it up to his house Friday night. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=6426 1BF11BA9-D5A8-43ED-BCCB-139F66E59CDD-6778-00003284579CA123-FFA Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:43:40 -0800 The 39th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights on December 12th and 19th is dedicated to Anthony Cole DeWeese, the 8-year-old-boy who lost his life in a fatal boating accident during last year's Parade. The San Diego Bay Parade of Lights has partnered with Rady Children's Hospital to help other children who are in need of critical care this holiday season. Donations are now being accepted and will be designated to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. To donate click on the link below and it will take you to Randy Children's Hospital http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=6733 FEA57085-09B1-4CF4-B207-5F03D2E6A4B1-6778-0000327B1BF96CB2-FFA Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:42:58 -0800 We just wanted to check out the down hill races in Fontana and happend to catch the first and only night race. Really fun and laid back, great free entertainment. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/kennyk/videos/536 86AF5487-43A9-43DD-858B-EB6D14156D74-6778-00003276500BF91F-FFA Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:42:27 -0800 We know you have busy lives both during the week and on the weekends. Still, you have to make time to play. In that vein, after the large ski crowds have left the mountain for the weekend - lets hit Mountain High for some night skiing/riding. They have flexible ticket prices - go to the web site and find the one that makes the most sense to you. Sign up here so we can carpool. Let us know if you need a ride or have one to offer. Be sure to include how many seats you have. http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/event.php?event_id=6384 8891A861-B5D4-4E55-8F0A-75199D7FEC37-6778-000032652E7869E7-FFA Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:41:55 -0800 Day one at Rainbow Mountain, some sport climbing day 2, and 3 & 4 were spent at the Black Corridor http://www.scoaoutdoors.net/hapkidoist/albums/294 2B4F2473-5655-4DC3-8A3E-BA563DD815C9-6778-0000325B05724ACC-FFA Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:41:04 -0800