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As we hike through the Conejo Canyons Open Space towards the new bridge, we come across the first of the trail enthusiasts who are exploring the trails in this area as part of the celebration of opening the new bridge
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We join this group of hikers on Hill Canyon Trail who are heading up the trail we just came down
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The group is being led by Ann, the head of the COSCA Trailwatch program. At the junction of the Hill Canyon and Hawk Canyon Trails, we pause to learn about the route.
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Onto the Hawk Canyon Trail we go!
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We have turned onto a newly cleared, unnamed trail. We have to cross a shallow creek near the beginning.
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Ann points out poison oak plants for those who aren't familiar with it. It is hard to spot now because the leaves have fallen off for the winter
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We had enough time to almost make it to the Western Plateau Trail, but now we've turned back to get to the bridge opening ceremony.
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Back across the creek
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Back onto Hawk Canyon Trail
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We saw lots of other trail enthusiasts on our way to the new bridge!
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We've joined up with another group of hikers who are headed for the new bridge, too
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Turns out there's also an equestrian event here today!
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Mingling near the new bridge before the ceremony begins
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The new bridge, from the east end
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The new bridge, from the east end
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People gather at the end of the bridge to hear the opening ceremony
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At the podium, COSCA's Kristin introduces the dignitaries behind her
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Thousand Oaks Mayor Jacqui Irwin speaks about the bridge
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The line for the barbecue after the opening ceremony is finished
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Members of the volunteer bike patrol
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The food table after everyone has eaten
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After the event is over, a parade of equestrians heads for the parking area.
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