Thursday,  March 15th, 2012

DIFFICULTY:   Strenuous

ELEVATION GAIN: 2,000 feet

HIKE DISTANCE: About 8 miles - Out & Back 

GENERAL LOCATION: Sonoma,   For info including a map & photos, go to summitpost.org/johnson-ridge-trail/706217  

DESCRIPTION: This hike starts out on the Johnson Ridge trail in the Valley of the Moon and climbs about 2,000 ft. up to the summit of Hood Mountain and the Gunsight Rock overlook. 

 

TRAVEL TIME / DISTANCE: 2.5 Hrs. / 110 Miles. Suggested contribution to driver is $18

HIKE LEADER/SWEEP: Steve Valeriote / Jill Valeriote

SPECIAL NOTES:   We will probably stop for dinner on the way home.

FACILITIES AVAILABLE: Restrooms at park entrance

     PREPARATION FOR HIKE:    1)  IF YOU HAVE ANY HEALTH ISSUES, PLEASE CONSIDER YOUR CONDITION BEFORE HIKING.
        2) Bring a copy of your ID (driver's license), health card, and an emergency contact name and phone number with you on the hike.
        3) Always bring 2 pairs of shoes, along with a plastic bag to store your muddy/dusty hiking boots after the hike.  DO NOT get your driver's car dirty by wearing your dirty boots on the way home.
        4). Dress in layers. Even in cool weather you can get hot hiking.  Wear comfortable hiking boots.  Hiking poles are always advised.  Bring a lunch and water.

RISKS: Sunburn.  Do not forget sun screen.

QUESTIONS: Call Steve or Jill at 408-5506
 
MEETING TIME: 7:15 AM for 7:30 AM departure