We set out for the sport climbing paradise of New Jack City with four guides and four participants. I was driving, Adam was in the passenger seat blasting tunes, and everyone else was asleep. My favorite part of the drive was near the end – after about an hour and forty five minutes in, we …
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Climbing outings are some of SC Outfitters’ most popular trips, and we usually run several each month. Because of this, I’ve been hearing a lot of questions about climbing lately, most of which are pretty common and also easy to answer. This FAQ is my attempt at clearing up a few of those questions for …
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On Sunday, January 22nd, what was originally intended as a ridge hike in the wilderness of Newport Beach transformed into a SoCal coastline exploration! Guides Ale and Christine with 5 amazing participants (Michelle x2, Molly, John and Dennis) strolled along Crystal Cove’s Beach front trails looking super outfitted amidst the casual beach goers of Orange County. It …
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8 brave souls set out just as the sun rose on the last day of winter vacation to conquer the rocks of Echo Cliffs. The journey there involved a wild ride up the scenic twists of Yerba Buena Road, deep into the Santa Monica mountains. This led to an equally adventurous hike/scramble/climb up and down …
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Our ears were ringing, eyes opened. We wiped the spittle from our lips, sleep from eyes. it was 1 am. The day had begun and cinnamon rolls needed baking. A day passed with a premature conclusion, Thursday night shenanigans bypassed for sleep, crucial rest. A fair bargain for what lay on the horizon of the …
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On a beautiful (and early) Sunday morning of Halloween weekend, I set out with guides Danny Coorsh and Katie Peters and our group of adventurers to the Santa Anita Canyon. The hike immediately took us into a lush forest, with greenery, stands of trees, and the sounds of running water surrounding us. Our group enjoyed …
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I’m not sure if it’s irony exactly, but at the very least, I’ve always found it kind of funny how reliant SC Outfitters has been on the Internet. Before you go on any of our trips, at some point you’ll make a visit to the website. Maybe it’s to check the details, or maybe it’s …
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A group of amazing adventurers met Friday night at Tro Gro to embark on an ambitious journey: a sunrise summit of the second highest peak in Southern California, San Jacinto. After a long drive (made even longer by LA traffic) and a delicious dinner at In ‘N Out (where else?), we made it to our …
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On October 8th and 9th, seven participants and three guides explored the landscapes of Ojai in the Los Padres National Forest. The group swiftly traversed a 5-mile trail, nestled into the mountainside and overlooking the Sespe Creek. After setting up camp, the group continued on in search of a swim spot at the famous, but elusive, …
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The morning began outside of Tro Gro at 630 in the morning. The air was cool and the sun began to turn the sky blue again. We met up in a circle and introduced ourselves in the normal fashion, first names then last names followed by the crucial info: favorite Pokémon, favorite outdoor activity, and …
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