Join me for a hike to Chorro Grande Falls!

November 7, 2016 Leave a Comment

Chorro Grande Falls with goojai.com

Date: Saturday, November 19th

On this hike we will follow an ancient Chumash Indian trail along Chorro Grande Creek. Along the way we will explore the Fossil Creek Trail. This secret trail follows an ancient riverbed that is filled with fossils from several million years ago when this area was under the ocean. We will also visit an old Chumash camping site that is located beneath the cliffs next to the waterfall. At the base of the waterfall is a pool that was used as a cistern to hold water in the dry months. Please join us on this adventure!

We will meet at Nordhoff High school parking lot in Ojai at 8:00am. From here we will car pool to the trail head. Driving time is approx 40 minutes. Plan on being gone at least 5 hours.

Things you will need for this hike:

Dress in layers, (starts out cool but could get hot)
Comfortable hiking shoes
Hat & Sunscreen
Lots of water
Sack lunch & snacks
Camera (optional)

The cost for this hike is $25 per person.

Contact info: robert@goojai.com (805)798-2810

Potrero John Falls Hike

January 16, 2013 Leave a Comment

Sunday January 20th. Meet @ Nordoff H.S @ 9am.

We will carpool from here

Join us on this challenging hike. The trail follows Potrero John creek through a narrow gorge and up the canyon. There are open meadows dotted with red manzanita trees and magnificent views of the surrounding mountains. The day will be filled with adventure and memories. Our goal is to reach the beautiful waterfall. This is where we will rest and enjoy lunch. This hike is approx. 8 miles round trip. This is not a technically challenging trail until we reach the falls. At this point you can stay or proceed to the falls.

Things you will need for this hike:

Dress in layers- it’s cold, (possible snow leftovers)
Comfortable shoes-extra socks.
Camera
Food-Snacks+Lunch
Water

Cost for this hike is $20 per person. Trail dogs are welcome.

Any questions contact robert@goojai.com. 805-798-2810

susan@goojai.com. 805-701-0221

Susans Secret Springs

August 15, 2011

Saturday August 20th

This hike will take us on a beautiful trail with some shade and some sun so dress in layers. We start at Middle Lions trail head and then trek over to explore the East Fork Falls, (Susan’s Secret Springs). We get to climb up and into several fall. To feel the power of the water pulsing around you is thrilling. The water is crystal clear and ice cold. Jumping in the pools on a hot day is the high lite of the day. We will meet at Nordhoff H.S in Ojai @ 8 AM and then carpool to the trail head. Travel time is about 40 minutes. You can see several pictures from an earlier trip by going to www.goojai.com and clicking recent hikes view Middle Lions. The total trail length is about 5 miles round trip. This hike is classified as a family hike including… the Dog’s. Things you should know…

Cost for this hike is $20 a person. Kids under 12yrs are free.

Dress in layers
Hat’s and sunscreen are recommended
Bug spray
Bring lots of water
Bring snacks and lunch
Wear comfortable hiking shoes

Any questions call Robert or Susan at 805-798-2810 or email robert@goojai.com or susan@goojai.com.

Anacapa Island Kayak trip

July 5, 2011

Saturday July, 23rd

Join us on this exquisite journey. We will travel across the channel in our own charted boat . The sea life is thriving on this journey across the channel and we may even see some of the 28 species of whales and dolphins. Once we arrive at the island we will start kayaking and heading south, concentrating on some of the largest caves the island has to offer. We will then kayak through the famous arch and visit the Northern Fur Seal rookery on the back side of the island. Anacapa Island has the largest Brown Pelican Rookery in the United States. A trip you won’t want to miss! A trip you will never forget!

Things you should bring;

Warm cloths for the channel crossing, a change of cloths for the trip back, and also cloths to kayak in, (wet suits work well if you have one).
Snacks for the kayaks as well as a hearty lunch. This is a full day. You will be able to keep food on the boat, so a small cooler is OK.
Bring lots of water and if you bring a camera, wrap it in a water proof bag or zip lock bag or 2.
We recommend bike gloves for your hands, a good hat and sunscreen_sun glasses as well.
Mask and snorkel if you want.

Cost for this day is $175 per person which includes chartered boat, Kayaks, paddles, life vest, helmets, and the best guides ever. Please specify if you want a single or double kayak. Space for this trip is limited and we will also need a deposit of $100 to reserve your spot.

Please be at the dock @ 8am for check-in and safety instructions. We will depart @ 8:30am sharp, returning around 3:30pm.

Directions:

3001 S. Victoria Ave
Channel Islands Harbor
Oxnard, CA 93035
Tel: (805) 204-0977

Roberts cell# 805-798-2810 for questions
If you have questions please contact us at robert@goojai.com or susan@goojai.com Roberts cell (805)798-2810 / Susan’s cell (805)701-0221.

Piedra Blanca Camp hike

May 29, 2011

Saturday June 4

Located in the Sespe Wilderness is where we find the Piedra Blanca’s and this will be our destination.

We will meet at Nordhoff High School parking lot at 9 AM and carpool to the Piedra Blanca trail head. Once we cross the Sespe River we will head up and over the Piedra Blancas themselves, stopping to visit a small cave with the remains of a Chumash cave painting of a snake. Then we will head down the Piedra Blanca Trail following the creek to a campsite where the Chumash Indians stayed for a time. In the 1600’s a Spanish land grant was bestowed on this area for cattle ranching and the remains of the cattle corrals are still visible. The campsite is located in a shaded spot next to a river and there are Chumash paintings still visible today. We will have lunch here before turning back to take a small detour through the Piedra Blancas themselves. This hike is rich in history and very scenic with views of Pine Mountain on one side and the backside of the Nordhoff Mountains on the other.The Piedra Blanca’s ( which means white rocks) was a playground for the Chumash Indian children and their family’s for hundreds of years. It is a stunningly beautiful area. We will seek and explore many of the canyons and visit several Chumash cliff art sites. The total distance is approx 5 miles. This hike is suitable for children as well dogs. The price for this hike is $20 per person_kid’s go free.

Things you will need for this hike

comfortable hiking shoes
dress in layers
snacks and lunch
water
hat & sunscreen

For more info contact Robert or Susan 805-798-2810 or robert@goojai.com or susan@goojai.com