Geology of
the Foothills
by Placer
Land Trust on June 1, 2018
Limited Spots:
Advanced Signup Required with Art (atm99@sbcglobal.net)
DIFFICULTY:
moderate with uphill and downhill travel, uneven ground and rough
terrain.
ELEVATION: Basic elevation about 1000' - amount of up/down
unspecified
HIKE DISTANCE: 4 miles, slow pace with plenty of stops
about 3 - 4 hours.?
GENERAL LOCATION: Directions will be sent via email
DESCRIPTON: Explore the forces that created the landscape
of North Auburn. On Friday,
June
1. we'll have a special hike focusing on the GEOLOGY of the foothills.
The Big Hill
Preserve
contains unusual rock formations, the gently flowing Raccoon Creek, and
spectacular
panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada foothills and Sacramento Valley.
This hike
is one
of Placer Land Trust's most popular!
Docents
Karl Mertz, Sarah Roeske, and Bob Niblack are trained geologists. Karl
is a
retired
geology professor from Sac State & Sierra College. Sarah
teaches and does
research
at UC Davis with a focus on fault zones. And Bob worked for the
Department of
Water
Resources as a hydro-geologist. Together, these docents have many years
of
experience
and have amazing knowledge to share with you.
TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE: 20 miles ,45 minutes. Suggested
donation to driver $3.
HIKE LEADER: Art & Alice McGrath
QUESTIONS: Art or Alice (916)
434-5540
SPECIAL NOTES: This is a wilderness outing in a natural
setting: there are no restrooms,
benches,
or water available. Please plan ahead and bring what you will need.
PICNIC LUNCH: The hike ends at Raccoon Creek. Bring your
lunch and picnic with our
docents.
PREPARATION FOR HIKE:
1) If
you have any health issues, please consider your condition before
hiking
2)
Bring copy of your ID (driver's license) Health Card and an emergency
contact name
and
phone number with you on the hike
3)
Always bring 1 pair of shoes along with your hiking boots and a bag to
store your dirty
hiking
boots on the drive home. Pease be considerate of the driver’s car and
wear your
clean
shoes on the way home.
4)
Wear sturdy shoes, clothing appropriate for the weather conditions, (we
suggest long
pants),
and a hat, mosquito repellent and sunscreen. Bring plenty of water and
a brown
bag
lunch or snacks to enjoy along the way. Don’t forget your camera!
Trekking poles
are
always recommended.
MEETING TIME and Driving Directions: To be announced
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