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Looking for a morning adventure? Join us and Professor Concannon (and his kids!) for a hike along the beautiful Los Leones Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains! This 4.2-mile hike winds through a shaded canyon before climbing into the hills, where we'll take in sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and Southern California coastline. With 1,023 feet of elevation gain, this moderate trail offers a rewarding workout and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the scenery and connect with Professor Concannon outside the classroom. Bring water, comfortable hiking shoes, and get ready for a beautiful morning outdoors!
PACKING LIST:
WAIVERS
Daypack
Sun Protection (hat + sunscreen)
At least 2L of H2O
Comfortable hiking shoes
Snacks!
PROFESSOR: CAVAN CONCANNON
DEPARTMENT: Religion
RATE MY PROFESSOR: "CONCANNON IS THE MAN"
Self proclaimed coffee addict, Lord of the Rings aficionado, and adventurer, Dr. Concannon also doubles as an associate professor of Religion. Although early Christianity is his specialty, his research has earned him expertise in the New Testament, historical Jesus, Greek and Roman archaeology, the method of teaching Religion, and philosophy. When not publishing books on early Christianity and the study of Religion, Dr. Concannon can be found excavating various archaeological sites in Rome.
PEAK: LOS LEONES TRAIL AT TOPANGA STATE PARK
DIFFICULTY: 3/5 {4.2 miles, 1,023 ft gain}
SCENERY: Breathtaking views of the Pacific, and hopefully wildflowers!
FUN FACT: Topanga State Park is located entirely within the city of LA and is considered the world's largest wildland within a major city!
TRIP LEAD: Ben Graham
Contact BEN: bengraha@usc.edu
Read BEN's bio here.