***We have reached capacity for this event and registration is closed. Stay tuned for more Open Preserve Days in the future!***
Date & Time: Saturday, March 13, 2021, 9:00am-1:00pm
Location: Big Hill Preserves, North Auburn
Check in/Arrival: Must arrive between 9:00-10:00am.
Check out: Anytime between 10:30am-1:00pm. Gates close shortly thereafter.
This special open preserve day is for PLT members to come out and enjoy our Big Hill Preserves on your own! We will provide you with a trail map when you arrive, and from there you are free to explore the beautiful preserves at your own pace. There will be trail options for you to pick from covering 6 miles of trail. This is a rain or shine event so come prepared for the weather.
Some of the activities you might choose include:
- Enjoy a leisurely nature walk
- Go on a trail run
- Nature photography
- Have a picnic – down by the creek or with a spectacular view from the top of the hill
- Do yoga or meditate by the creek, under a tree, or at a viewpoint
- Get creative! Please plan your day accordingly so that you are back to the parking area by 1:00pm.
At registration, you’ll be asked to provide the cell phone number of the phone you will have with you that day.
All participants must sign a release of liability available here: Liability Waiver
You must bring the completed waiver with you. One form per household. Parent signature is required for children under 18.
This is a free event for our PLT members; however, donations of any size are always appreciated. Donations are accepted online after you register, or we can also accept checks or cash in an envelope with your name written on the envelope.
Registration is limited and on a first come basis. The deadline to sign up is 5pm on Thursday prior to the event, or when the event is full. You may register yourself and family members by adding their name(s) on the registration form.
What is not allowed at this event:
– Mountain bikes or other bikes
– Motorized vehicles
– Horses
– Dogs (unless service animals on leash)
– No smoking, vaping, open flame, or firearms
COVID-19 Protocol:
Please thoroughly read the PLT Covid-19 Safety Guidelines below. If you are not comfortable or able to comply with the safety guidelines, we respectfully ask that you don’t sign up.
- On event day, take your temperature before leaving home; if it’s elevated, please stay home.
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before arriving at the preserve.
- Participants MUST maintain at least 6 feet distance from non-household members.
- Bring personal hand sanitizer and a face covering. You may not need to wear the face covering at all times, but you need to carry one for times when 6 feet of physical distance between others is not possible. Be prepared to cover your nose and mouth and give others space.
- No sharing of personal items such as masks, food or water – please bring your own.
- Walking sticks are encouraged as a way to help you maintain a 6 foot distance on the trails.
- Guests are expected to show respect for others by following the safety procedures.
- There is a porta potty available, but it is not cleaned daily. Use at your own risk and wipe down any surface area touched.
- Please try to park 6 feet away from other vehicles.
Important Information and Directions will be emailed after registration. Check your spam folder if you do not receive the email within 15 minutes of registering.
Important Note: Our Big Hill and Harvego Preserves, including the roads surrounding them, are not open to the public. Please help us respect the neighborhoods around these preserves by only visiting during scheduled activities that you are registered for. Trespassers will be prosecuted.
