This trail will give us the LA experience we came here for, leading us through Griffith park to the famous Bronson Caves, which have been used as a set by numerous movies, especially sci fis and westerns and was the site of the Batcave in the 1960 Batman movie! We will hike to get a good view of the Hollywood sign and the LA basin— perfect for the #insta #pics. It’s a 6.6 mile loop with about 1000 feet in elevation, mostly gradual.
PACKING LIST:
JACKET
HIKING BOOTS/TENNIS SHOES
SNACKS
SUNSCREEN
H2O
WAIVER
PROFESSOR: Jessica Cantiello
DEPARTMENT: Writing
RATE MY PROFESSOR: "She's the absolute best. I highly reccommend her! She always goes out of her way to help you. I look forward to her classes as she makes them super fun and interesting."
Jessica Cantiello is a professor of teaching in the Writing department at USC. She received her B.A. in English and American Studies from Tufts and her M.S.T. in Childhood Education at Pace. Cantiello received her Masters in English Philosophy with certificates in Women’s Studies and American Studies and received her Ph.D. in English at the City University of New York (CUNY). She teaches Writ150 with the “Community Engagement” thematic as well as a fascinating GESM called “Tell Me A Story: American Novels That Made a Difference” about the power of narrative in changing society. Cantiello has served as a member of the Academic Senate and is Co-chair of the Senate’s Faculty Environment and Employment Committee. Professor Cantiello is funny and personable and sure to spark interesting discussions.
PEAK: Hollywood Sign and Bronson Caves
DIFFICULTY: 3/5
SCENERY: LA Basin, Caves, shrubbery, Hollywood sign
FUN FACT: The Bronson Caves have been used as a set by numerous movies and T.V. shows over the years, including the 1960's "Batman" which used Bronson Caves to depict the famous Batcave!
TRIP LEAD: AYA
Contact Aya: aobeid@usc.edu
Read Aya’s bio here.
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