The tour and short walks will be led by Dee Owens, local historian, and Annie Walker, botanist. Walking any distance will be optional as most sites are accessible by vehicle. High-clearance vehicles are necessary. We will drive to Fanny Creek, an area of early Gold Rush activity and mercury mine as well as the scant
Join hike leader Erika Espinoza on a journey to Snowberry Creek (a Lake Natoma Unit of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area) through a shaded grove of trees and up a large steep rocky hill to the top of the bluffs where the bald eagles’ nest lives. From there you will journey down to Black Minors
Join Luis Vidal for an easy-moderate introductory snowshoe hike through the woods. This hike will start on a well-used route and may traverse into the surrounding off-trail areas. Hikers will learn about the ecology of forests environments in the winter and basic winter back country awareness. Fit 13-year-olds+ welcome. Meeting location in Foresthill area. Suggested donation:
Join local mindfulness instructor Berry Crawford for a peaceful and relaxing event at the beautiful and historic Wakamatsu farm. This event will include sessions of Qigong, mindfulness meditation and walking meditation. Come learn to relax, recharge, and let go with these ancient and effective practices. Responsible/quiet 12-year-olds+ welcome. Meeting location Gold Hill/Placerville area. Suggested Donation: $5/members, $10/non-members. A detailed
Red Dirt Ruckus will be performing for St. Patrick's Day at the Coloma Gold Trail Grange on Friday, March 17.
Local photographer Ken Mahar enjoys getting out in nature whenever possible to capture scenic vistas and wildlife in their own environment. This will be a 2-3 mile slow-paced hike in search of that perfect shot on ARC’s newly acquired Elliott Pond property. Rain cancels. Responsible photographers 12+ welcome. Meeting location Pilot Hill area. Suggested Donation: $5/members,
