Explore some of the many, scenic open spaces in our county on these moderately strenuous, guided hikes. On the trail, we’ll discuss natural history and get to know the local flora and fauna. We’ll learn a little history about our abundant public lands and touch on current conservation topics.
This is not a course for beginning hikers. Participants must be physically fit and capable of sustaining, without undue fatigue, a 30-minute per mile hiking pace. Hikes are typically 5-7 miles on uneven terrain with about 1,200 feet of total elevation gain.
The instructor will email the field trip itinerary and a syllabus to enrolled students before the first class. The syllabus is chock full of important information, please read it before the first class.
