Date & Time: Saturday, May 22 at 8:00am
Location: Big Hill Preserves, North Auburn
Distance: This hike will be approximately 4-5 miles with gain of about 500 feet elevation.
About this event:
After months of our docent hikes on hold due to the pandemic, we are excited to resume small guided hikes and get back out on the trails! Our trained docents will lead you on an “easy to moderate” hike where you can learn about the flora and fauna, take in the amazing views, and see why this permanently protected preserve is a gift to current and future generations!
Who should attend:
People who can hike at a slow to moderate pace, following our Covid-19 safety guidelines. This hike is not recommended for children under 7. Sorry, no dogs allowed unless they are service animals (due to the potential conflicts with livestock and wildlife).
COVID-19 Protocol for our docent led hikes:
Please thoroughly read the PLT Covid-19 Safety Guidelines which will be strictly enforced on our hikes. If you are not comfortable or able to comply with the safety guidelines, we respectfully ask that you do not sign up for the hike.
About the Big Hill Preserves:
These preserves protect critical unfragmented oak woodlands in the Raccoon Creek and Bear River watersheds, and are part of one of the last relatively “wild” areas in western Placer County. The trails on these preserves meander past spectacular rock formations, the gently flowing Raccoon Creek, and panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada foothills and Sacramento Valley. Learn more about this beautiful preserve here.
This is a free event; however, donations help make these activities possible! We suggest a donation of $10 per person (or $25 for family) made online when you register for the event. We can also accept checks/cash at the event if placed in an envelope with your name written on the envelope.
- Space is limited to a maximum of 12 people (including our docents).
- Please only register if you will be attending so that you don’t take a spot away from someone else.
- You may only register yourself and members living in your immediate household by adding their name(s) on the registration form. Any people outside of your immediate household must register themselves.
- The deadline to sign up is 5pm on Thursday prior to the event, or when the event is full.
- If you sign up and can no longer attend, please contact Janet by email.
This activity is a wilderness outing in a natural setting. It is subject to cancellation in the event of extreme weather, bad air quality, rain, or other conditions beyond our control.
Directions to the Preserve 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, Harvego and Laursen 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 guided activities that you are registered for. Trespassers will be prosecuted.
