July 13, 2025 - Ivy+ Hike and Hops with Columbia
Lace up your hiking boots and get ready for some fresh air and good company! Join the Columbia Club of San Diego for the next Hike & Hops event, where we'll explore the beautiful trails of Elfin Forest followed by well-deserved refreshments at Stone Brewing. It's a great way to enjoy San Diego's natural beauty and connect with fellow Columbia and IVY+ alums.Join us as we head to Elfin Forest for our July hike along the Way Up Trail. This 2.2-mile loop trail takes you through one of San Diego County’s most precious natural resources, the Elfin Forest Reserve. Elfin Forest provides scenic mountain viewing points and includes such native plant communities as oak riparian, oak woodland, coastal sage scrub, and chaparral. Includes elevation changes and steep inclines. Difficulty level: Moderately Challenging. Dogs are welcome if they are on leash at all times, in control, and have no barking or aggressive actions even with other dogs.Date: Sunday, July 13, 2025
Time: 3:30 pm, Hops only at Stone Brewing around 5:30pm
Location: Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve (Escondido, CA) and Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens (Escondido, CA)
Meeting location: We will meet at the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve. The Reserve is a popular facility and parking is limited. On weekends and holidays, please consider carpooling or taking a ridesharing service.
Register for this free event by emailing Kassy (kassy.m.lee@gmail.com) so that we can get a headcount and to receive any updates about time and meeting place. Any guests are welcome to join us!
