Sunset Hike from El Medio to the Green Peak Radio Tower in Topanga State Park, Sunday, July 25th, 2010

Please join Mosaic Outdoor Club of Greater Los Angeles on this exciting, new (for Mosaic LA) sunset hike in Topanga State Park. Are you tired of hiking to Parker Mesa Overlook? Bored with the Gym but would still like to get a work out? Then, please join all your Mosaic friends on this 8 miles round trip, 1,600+ ft gain/loss challenging hike which is a twist on the Temescal Canyon loop. We promise you great views and a phenomenal work out. After the hike, please join us for optional dinner as we celebrate one of our leader's Birthday! Place for the festivities will be determined at the completion of the hike!

PLEASE NO Beginners on this hike -- Hike is not suitable for inexperienced hikers!! You should be in good hiking shape.

IMPORTANT: All MOSAIC events require participants to sign a Liability Release Waiver at the event location. If you would like to read the waiver before the event, you can do so at: http://www.mosaicla.org/signin.pdf.

MEETING PLACE: Meet at the trail head at the top of El Medio Avenue in Pacific Palisades, CA 90272

START TIME: Meet at the trailhead at 4:00 P.M. (directions below); leave at 4:15 P.M. SHARP!!

END TIME: Approximately, 8:30 P.M.

BRING: Water (two liters recommended), hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, snacks, and a
jacket, sweater or windbreaker, as it may get cool, and/or windy!

FOOTWEAR: Hiking boots or trail running shoes recommended, ABSOLUTELY NO
sandals or other open-toe shoes, flip flops, casual shoes or high heels.

COST:Hike FREE; food on your own

PETS: Dogs are not permitted on this hike -- Park rules

QUESTIONS: email info@mosaicla.org

PARKING INFORMATION: Free Street parking but watch the signs!

AFTER HIKE OPTIONAL DINNER and BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: We'll decide as a group after the hike where we'll go.

DIRECTIONS TO TRAIL HEAD:
From the I-405, take Sunset Blvd west 6.3 miles to El Medio Avenue.
Turn right on El Medio Avenue and proceed approx 0.5 mile to the dead end.
Street parking on El Medio Avenue before the no parking area adjacent to the dead end.

Kayaking/Canoeing on Alamitos Bay, Sunday, August 1st, 2010

Join Mosaic Outdoor Club of Greater Los Angeles for a fun paddle around Alamitos Bay in Long Beach. We will traverse the canals of Naples and oogle the gorgeous homes and yachts berthed there. Windsurfing is popular there too. The beach is inviting for swimming or sunbathing. No waves. But if you want to body surf there is a surf beach across the road. We will rent or bring you own kayak or canoe. Early morning paddling is best because the water is calm and beautiful and the wind comes up later and that makes for challenging paddling! A charming local eatery operates on the beach right by the kayak rentals where you can buy food or bring a picnic and food to share with the group.

No experience needed but you must be able to swim. We will have a special rate of $5 /hr per person IF there are at least 20 rental participants in our group. So bring a friend! Less than 20 and the fee is $8/hr per person for a single kayak or $15 for a double. No reservations needed.

IMPORTANT: All MOSAIC events require participants to sign a Liability Release Waiver at the event location. If you would like to read the waiver before the event, you can do so at: http://www.mosaicla.org/signin.pdf.

MEETING PLACE: Meet on the beach at Ocean and Bayshore Ave, Long Beach.
Kayaks on the Water
5411 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90803
www.kayakrentals.net

KAYAKING START TIME: Meet at the beach at 9:00 A.M. (directions beIow); leave at 9:30 A.M. SHARP!!

EVENT END TIME: Approximately 12:30 P.M. or so

BRING: Water (two liters recommended), hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, Lunch, a snack to share, bathing suit,
beach stuff ( towel, sand chair, umbrella, sunshade, Frisbee etc,), and a jacket, sweater or
windbreaker, as it may get cool or windy. MONEY for kayak rental and Lunch, if needed.

FOOTWEAR: Sandals or flip flops, sand shoes best, NO Hiking boots or trail running shoes recommended :)

COST: $5-$8 per hour for kayak rental ($15 for 2 hours on the water)

PETS: Pets are not permitted on this event

QUESTIONS: email Carrie Sussman at bcsussman@aol.com or call her at 310-375-8815


PARKING INFORMATION: Parking is on the street and is some what limited so carpooling is encouraged. There is some metered parking nearby. Allow PLENTY of time for parking!!! Kayaking goes on, rain or shine!
If the winds are high and there is a heavy chop then we cancel the kayaking and will enjoy the beach.
Call 310-375-8815 the morning of the event to find out if the event is on or off

AFTER BEACH OPTIONAL EVENT: A walk along the Shoreline drive to Belmont Shores Village for an ice cream or ??? is optional for those who are interested. This would start from the kayak rental area and last about 1 hour. Time: to be decided at the time.

DIRECTIONS TO KAYAK RENTAL: See www.kayakrentals.net -- it has a map and directions.

CARPOOL POINTS:
We will carpool from the West side, the Valley and Orange County (See beIow).

West LA Carpool
We will carpool from Trader Joe's - 10850 National Boulevard (at Westwood). There is plenty of parking on the side streets - do not park in the Trader Joe's lot. Meet in the upper Trader Joe's lot at 8:15 A.M. and leave at 8:30 A.M. SHARP. PLEASE NOTE: Be prepared to form your own carpools if there are no Mosaic representatives.

Valley Carpool
We will meet in Sherman Oaks, 15410 Ventura Blvd, at the Union 76 Gas Station across from Marriot Courtyard Hotel (on Ventura Blvd. just west of the 405 Fwy.). Meet at 7:45 A.M. and leave at 8:00 A.M. SHARP. PLEASE NOTE: Be prepared to form your own carpools if there are no Mosaic representatives.

Long Beach/West Orange County Carpool
We will carpool from BEHIND CVS Pharmacy (formerly SavOn Drugs) - 12490 Seal Beach Blvd Seal Beach, CA 90740-2711 (at Saint Cloud). There is plenty of parking BETWEEN the CVS Pharmacy and the Ralph's. There is a Starbuck's and various other restaurants and stores such as ZPizza, Togo's, Islands, Target, etc. in the same parking lot. Meet in the parking lot behind the CVS Pharmacy at 8:30 A.M. and leave at 8:45 A.M. SHARP. PLEASE NOTE: Be prepared to form your own carpools if there are no Mosaic representatives.

20th Annual International Event - "Vive la Mosaic ~ 20 Years of Awe!”, Labor Day September 2 to 6, 2010

WHAT: Once a year, members of all Mosaic Outdoor Clubs, and other Jewish adventurers from around the world come together to celebrate the outdoors, to see old friends, to meet new friends, and to learn new wilderness and leadership skills. All while having one of the most fun-filled adventure weekends you can imagine! Daytime activities include, and not limited to, hiking, biking, climbing, horseback riding, white water rafting, sports, swimming (heated pool) and much more. The nights will be filled with socializing, ice breakers, creative Shabbat celebrations, dancing, and other entertainment. While this is not a singles event, there have been many, many marriages to have come out of people meeting at Mosaic events; an inevitability when like-minded Jews get together for a long weekend. We will be staying at the Harry Bronfman Y Country Camp, one of the premier Jewish summer camps in Canada, and have secured the entire camp and all its facilities. The camp is strictly kosher, and the food is top notch. They have prepared an incredible menu just for us! Accommodations are usually four to six people in a cabin, with singles and doubles upgrades available. Fly into Montreal on Thursday, and get on the bus for camp, or come early, and explore Montreal with other people going to the event. This is the ideal time to visit Montreal and the Laurentian Mountains.

WHERE: Harry Bronfman Y Country Camp in the majestic Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, Canada! (Just 2-hours north of Montreal)

COST: Early bird special will be $379, Regular price will be $409, and Late registration will be $444 for Mosaic members from affiliated Mosaic clubs. Non-members add $50 to the prices above, or, better yet, join a local Mosaic club. All fees are in U.S. dollars. Visit: www.mosaicoutdoor.org

PRE-TRIP: There will be a pre-trip to Montreal City beginning Monday, August 30, so you can enjoy and explore the Montreal area before the event.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED: If you will be attending, please consider volunteering to assist in some way. "It's fun, it's easy and you get to meet many other Jewish outdoor enthusiasts! Email us at event@mosaicoutdoor.org, if interested!"

SCHOLARSHIPS AND DONATIONS: Looking for a chance to give back to Mosaic? Please consider giving a donation to Mosaic Outdoor Clubs of America. Your contribution can be used to help people attend this event and for leadership development for Mosaic clubs. If you are interested in finding out more or making a tax-deductible contribution, please contact Elana or Susan at office@mosaicoutdoor.org. Mosaic Outdoor Clubs of America is an IRS 501c(3) charitable organization, serving local Mosaic (Jewish) Outdoor Clubs throughout the U.S., Canada, and Israel.

PASSPORTS: For all international travelers...please be advised that a valid passport is REQUIRED to travel to Canada (yes, even if you drive). Please consider acquiring a passport NOW and put it in a safe place, ready to use in September!

WEBSITE: For the latest details, or to register for the event, visit: www.mosaicoutdoor.org