PRIVATE HIKE
Placer Land Trust Property
March 26 ,2015
DIFFICULTY: moderate to strenuous with uphill and downhill travel, uneven ground and rough terrain.
ELEVATION: Basic elevation about 1000' - amount of up/down unspecified
HIKE DISTANCE: 5.5 miles
GENERAL LOCATION: Between Hi-way 49 and Hidden Falls Park
DESCRIPTON:
The Land Trust has invited us to preview potential trails. The
trail at Placer Land Trust’s Big Hill Preserves has unusual rock
formations, the gently flowing Coon Creek, and spectacular panoramic
views of the Sierra Nevada foothills and Sacramento Valley. These
preserves at Big Hill in North Auburn are a photographer’s delight.
This is a wilderness outing in a natural setting: there are
no restrooms, benches, or water available.
We suggest a $10
minimum donation per person. Your donation helps expand our trail
system and keeps you informed of other upcoming events. We accept cash
or checks at the event, or you can donate online via credit card at http://www.placerlandtrust.org/donate/ .
When
you arrive for the hike, you will need to sign a waiver form required
by the Placer Land Trust. Denny will have copies available when we meet at Orchard Creek.
TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE: 20 miles ,45 minutes. Suggested donation to driver $3.
HIKE LEADER: Land Trust Docent Kara Walker, assisted by Denny Fisher
QUESTIONS: Clark Smith( 916) 408- 5176
SPECIAL NOTES:
PREPERATION FOR HIKE:
1) If you have any Health issues, please consider your condition before hiking
2)
Bring copy of your ID (drivers 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 , along with
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 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: 7:15 Leaving at 7:30 - We must be ready tp hike with the docent by 8:30
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
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