In our small group, we go out all year round. A third winter trip is planned now into the Yosemite area, two weeks ago, a few went to the Mariposa Grove area, still a drive from down south. Navi who lives down south, did make the NY's Eve trip. We are a Yahoo group, NorthCA Hiking. Lots and lots of experience or stories in our group. Ages range from mid 20's or so to the mid 60's. We all get along and mix very well.