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SUMMARY:Join Waitlist: Walk-and-talk with Nikki Nedeff at Marks Ranch | August 3
DESCRIPTION:Marks Ranch was once a major egg production ranch\, and home of Benjamin and Nisene Marks\, who settled there in 1890. Big Sur Land Trust purchased the ranch in 2007\, protecting important wildlife corridors. We continue to care for its beautiful rolling hills\, woodlands\, meadows\, grazing lands and 90 species of wildflowers. \nOn August 3rd\, former Conservation Program Director/Associate Director of Conservation\, Nikki Nedeff\, will lead a walk-and-talk describing the natural history and ecology of Marks Ranch. Join us for this wonderful opportunity to learn more about this amazing wildlife corridor and nature preserve. We will follow an easy walking route\, from the parking area to the hacienda. \nWe are so grateful to have Nikki joining us to lead this walk\, and are excited to have her share her incredible wealth of knowledge about this special conserved land. We look forward to walking\, talking\, and learning from Nikki together! \nBring: Snacks or a picnic lunch to enjoy\, closed-toe hiking shoes\, and everything you might need for a half-day of hiking with us. \n\nDistance: 2.5 miles\nTotal ascent: 180 ft\nDifficulty: Easy\nFacilities: A portalet is available at the hacienda\, approximately 1 mile from the parking area.\nTrail conditions: Hikers should expect gravel roads and the occasional narrow livestock passageway.\nCell service: Cell phone service is intermittent at Marks Ranch. Please plan accordingly.\n\nSpeaker/walk leader: Nikki Nedeff\, former BSLT Conservation Program Director/Associate Director of Conservation \nJoin the waitlist >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/walk-and-talk-with-nikki-nedeff-at-marks-ranch-august-3/
LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes
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SUMMARY:Join Waitlist: San Jose Creek Trail hike (9-mile) | August 12
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an out-and-back hike from Palo Corona (Rancho Cañada) to San Jose Creek! \n\n\n\nEvery step of this hike was made possible through our partnership with the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District\, California State Parks\, and Point Lobos Foundation as collaborative members of the Lobos Corona Parkland project — along with generous donors and funders. This inspiring hike will first take us from Palo Corona Regional Park (Rancho Cañada) to the high point of Inspiration Point and the quiet beauty of Animas (“spirit”) Pond. From there\, we cross into former ranchlands (Whisler Wilson). The acquisition of the centrally located Whisler Wilson Ranch by Big Sur Land Trust\, and its subsequent transfer\, played a critical role in the trail connectivity we now enjoy. From there\, we will enjoy peeks of Point Lobos as we dip down\, winding along San Jose Creek and across three beautiful redwood bridges. We will enjoy our picnic lunches before our return hike. This hike is a beautiful reminder that collaboration can bring beautiful change and that our actions are stronger when taken together. We are grateful to our partners and to our donors\, for each step forward that we take together. \nBring snacks and a picnic lunch to enjoy along the hike\, plus everything you need for a day of strenuous backcountry hiking. Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \nDistance: 9 miles \nElevation: 1500′ total ascent \nDifficulty: Strenuous \nPace: 2+ mph \nPlease note: While the trails we will be on are well-tended\, this area is known to have extremely high tick densities. Please take extra precautions when preparing for this hike (wear light-colored clothes\, wear pants that can be tucked into socks\, bring and use tick repellent\, etc.) and be sure to do a thorough tick-check following your day with us. \nPlease note that each participant must be individually registered (including kids\, who need to be accompanied by an adult). Hikers must be 15+ years of age. \nJoin the waitlist >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/san-jose-creek-trail-hike-9-mile-august-12/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230922T103000
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SUMMARY:Carmel River FREE Tour | September 22
DESCRIPTION:Big Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. We will host two groups that will be leaving at either 9:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. Please note which ticket time you reserved. \nSign up here >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/carmel-river-free-tour-september-22/2023-09-22/1/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230922T113000
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SUMMARY:Carmel River FREE Tour | September 22
DESCRIPTION:Big Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. We will host two groups that will be leaving at either 9:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. Please note which ticket time you reserved. \nSign up here >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/carmel-river-free-tour-september-22/2023-09-22/2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231006T170000
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SUMMARY:Birding at Mitteldorf Preserve (Nature Loop) | October 6
DESCRIPTION:Join expert leaders from Monterey Audubon Society to explore the preserve and enjoy the birds that live there on this beginner-level outing. \nBig Sur Land Trust is thrilled to host Monterey Audubon Society field trips at Big Sur Land Trust Preserves. On these outings to Mitteldorf Preserve\, Monterey Audubon Society members and Big Sur Land Trust supporters are invited to this wonderful opportunity to explore the lands we love in a new way. This event is appropriate for beginning birders and all those interested in learning how to better identify our local resident and migrant birds. On this trip through a riparian redwood forest we’re likely to encounter residents of forested canyons such as Pacific Wren\, Steller’s Jay\, and a variety of woodpeckers. Although far from guaranteed\, we may also encounter Mountain Quail and maybe even a Varied Thrush. On these field trips\, we use eBird to monitor the bird populations on Big Sur Land Trust preserves. This field trip is an opportunity to contribute to this new and growing effort\, and all participants will have access to a list of birds seen during the day. \nWe’ll walk about two forested miles through Williams Canyon along a well-graded dirt road to the Mitteldorf Preserve Lodge and Legacy Redwood Tree. We’ll have a snack on picnic tables near the lodge. We’ll then walk an approximately 1-mile Nature Loop trail before heading back out through Williams Canyon. The total distance will be about five miles over well-graded trails and dirt roads. \nSince parking is limited at Mitteldorf Preserve\, participants will be arranged into carpools for the approximately 20-minute drive from the meet-up location to Mitteldorf Preserve. \n\nDistance: ~5 miles\nElevation: ~500 ft\nDifficulty: Moderate.\nPace: Easy\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/birding-at-mitteldorf-preserve-october-6/
LOCATION:Mitteldorf Preserve
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T170000
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SUMMARY:Birding at Mitteldorf Preserve (Red-Tailed Overlook) | October 7
DESCRIPTION:Join expert leaders from Monterey Audubon Society to explore the preserve and enjoy the birds that live there on this beginner-level outing. \n\n\n\nBig Sur Land Trust is thrilled to host Monterey Audubon Society field trips at Big Sur Land Trust Preserves. On these outings to Mitteldorf Preserve\, Monterey Audubon Society members and Big Sur Land Trust supporters are invited to this wonderful opportunity to explore the lands we love in a new way. This event is appropriate for beginning birders and all those interested in learning how to better identify our local resident and migrant birds. On this trip through a riparian redwood forest we’re likely to encounter residents of forested canyons such as Pacific Wren\, Steller’s Jay\, and a variety of woodpeckers. Although far from guaranteed\, we may also encounter Mountain Quail and maybe even a Varied Thrush. On these field trips\, we use eBird to monitor the bird populations on Big Sur Land Trust preserves. This field trip is an opportunity to contribute to this new and growing effort\, and all participants will have access to a list of birds seen during the day. \nWe’ll walk nearly two forested miles through Williams Canyon along a well-graded dirt road to the boundary of Mitteldorf Preserve. From there we will climb up the moderately steep Headwaters Road for about a mile to the Red-tailed Overlook. After pausing for a snack and looking for Red-tailed Hawks\, we’ll head back down the road\, but turn off at the upper end of the Nature Loop and follow it down to the Mitteldorf Preserve Lodge. We’ll have a snack before admiring the Legacy Redwood Tree and then heading out through Williams Canyon back to the trailhead. The total distance will be about seven miles\, about a mile of which will be a moderate climb. \nSince parking is limited at Mitteldorf Preserve\, participants will be arranged into carpools for the approximately 20-minute drive from the meet-up location to Mitteldorf Preserve. \n\nDistance: ~7 miles\nElevation: ~1000 ft\nDifficulty: Moderate.\nPace: Moderate\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/birding-at-mitteldorf-preserve-red-tailed-overlook-october-7/
LOCATION:Mitteldorf Preserve
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
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SUMMARY:Let's Go Outdoors! San Jose Creek 2-mile hike with Big Sur Land Trust | October 19
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust for a gentle 2-mile guided hike along the San Jose Creek Trail. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDistance: 2 miles \nElevation: 150′ total ascent \nDifficulty: Easy \nPace: 2+ mph \nEvery step of this hike was made possible through our partnership with the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District\, California State Parks\, and Point Lobos Foundation as collaborative members of the Lobos Corona Parkland project — along with generous donors and funders. Shuttles will transport hikers from Palo Corona Regional Park (Rancho Cañada) to the Ishxenta State Park San Jose Creek trailhead\, which is only accessible through guided hikes. From there\, we will meander up the gentle incline along San Jose Creek\, looking for early wildflowers along the way. After crossing over San Jose Creek’s three magnificent redwood bridges\, we will arrive at the meadow that will be our turnaround point. This hike is a beautiful reminder that collaboration can bring beautiful change and that our actions are stronger when taken together. We are grateful to our partners and to our donors for each step forward that we take together. \nBring: Snacks to enjoy along the hike\, plus everything you need for a half-day of backcountry hiking. Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \nPlease note: While the trails we will be on are well-tended\, this area is known to have extremely high tick densities. Please take extra precautions when preparing for this hike (wear light-colored clothes\, wear pants that can be tucked into socks\, bring and use tick repellent\, etc.) and be sure to do a thorough tick-check following your day with us. \nPlease note that each participant must be individually registered (including kids\, who need to be accompanied by an adult). Hikers must be 15+ years of age. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/lets-go-outdoors-san-jose-creek-2-mile-hike-with-big-sur-land-trust-october-19/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231029T140000
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SUMMARY:Walk-and-talk with Nikki Nedeff at Martin Dunes | October 29
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 4-5 hour walk focused on the natural history and ecology of Martin Dunes. \n\n\n\nSince 2000\, BSLT has protected 125 acres at Martin Dunes adjacent to the USFWS Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge on the Monterey Bay coastline. The sandy dunes closest to the beach serve as ideal habitats for snowy plovers and are protected from human disturbance\, dogs\, horses\, hunting\, etc. \nOver the past 10 years\, BSLT has implemented long-term stewardship strategies at Martin Dunes to restore the natural dune habitat. Since 2009\, the removal of invasive plants has been a priority. As a result\, the infestation of ice plant (Carpobrotus edulis)\, European beachgrass (Ammophila arenaria)\, and ripgut brome (Bromus diandrus) has been significantly reduced\, which has allowed native flora and fauna to thrive. Removing these non-native plants directly benefits the snowy plovers nesting on the dunes\, as well as several other threatened and endangered species unique to the Monterey Bay Area. \nOn October 29th\, BSLT’s former Conservation Program Director/Associate Director of Conservation Nikki Nedeff\, will lead a walk-and-talk describing the natural history and ecology of Martin Dunes. Join us for this wonderful opportunity to learn more about this amazing dune habitat and nature preserve. We will walk from the parking area to the beach\, then loop through Martin Dunes. \nWe are so grateful to have Nikki joining us to lead this walk\, and are excited to have her share her incredible wealth of knowledge about this special conserved land. We look forward to walking\, talking\, and learning from Nikki together! \nBring: Snacks or a picnic lunch to enjoy\, binoculars\, clothing layers\, and everything you might need for a half-day of hiking with us. \n\nDistance: 4 miles.\nTotal ascent: 50 ft.\nDifficulty: Moderate (sandy terrain).\nFacilities: There are no facilities available at this location.\nTrail conditions: Hikers should expect rolling\, sandy terrain.\nCell service: Cell phone service is intermittent at Martin Dunes. Please plan accordingly.\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/walk-and-talk-with-nikki-nedeff-at-martin-dunes-october-29/
LOCATION:Martin Dunes\, Marina\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
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SUMMARY:Healthy Soils at Marks Ranch Walk-and-Talk with Patrick Riparetti | November 4
DESCRIPTION:Come to Marks Ranch to learn about our Healthy Soils Program from BSLT’s Director of Stewardship\, Patrick Riparetti\, and project partners. \nDuring the Soberanes Fire in 2016 and most recently with the River Fire\, Marks Ranch served as part of the incident command center. The land was impacted significantly by equipment and personnel. In our recovery efforts\, Big Sur Land Trust (BSLT) partnered with the California Marine Sanctuary Foundation (CMSF) to initiate a three-year Healthy Soils Program project at Marks Ranch.Recognizing that the health of the Marine Sanctuary is tied directly to the health of the land\, the Healthy Soils Program helps working ranches and farmlands improve soil health and promote its ability to sequester carbon that cause ocean acidification and warming. With the Marks Ranch Healthy Soils Project now entering its third and final year\, project members from BSLT and CMSF will share how this area is recovering from the 2020 River Fire and what we have learned so far. Participants can expect a gentle and relaxed walk on the land and talk about the research at Marks Ranch that is furthering our understanding of soil restoration. \nThis event will have a mix of walking and talking. Participants are welcome to hike independently upon the conclusion of the event. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/healthy-soils-at-marks-ranch-walk-and-talk-with-patrick-riparetti-november-4/
LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
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SUMMARY:Birding with Monterey Audubon Society at Marks Ranch | December 1
DESCRIPTION:Big Sur Land Trust is thrilled to host Monterey Audubon Society field trips at Big Sur Land Trust Preserves. Monterey Audubon Society members and Big Sur Land Trust supporters are invited to this wonderful opportunity to explore the lands we love in a new way. \nThis event is appropriate for beginning birders and all those interested in learning how to better identify our local breeding birds. Located off of Highway 68 just north of Toro Park\, Marks Ranch is named after Benjamin and Nisene Marks (after whom the state park was named)\, and was once an egg production ranch. The land and many of the original features are now preserved by the Big Sur Land Trust. \nWe’ll learn about the birds\, the natural history and the human history of this unique property. Likely birds are those typical of the oak savannah\, and include Acorn Woodpecker\, California Scrub-jay\, Hutton’s Vireo\, California Quail and Oak Titmouse. Thanks to Big Sur Land Trust’s partnership with Monterey Audubon Society\, we use eBird to monitor the bird populations on Big Sur Land Trust preserves. This field trip is an opportunity to contribute to this growing effort and all participants will have access to a list of birds seen during the day. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/birding-with-monterey-audubon-society-at-marks-ranch-december-1/
LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20231108T221724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T221724Z
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SUMMARY:Birding with Monterey Audubon Society at Marks Ranch | December 2
DESCRIPTION:Big Sur Land Trust is thrilled to host Monterey Audubon Society field trips at Big Sur Land Trust Preserves. Monterey Audubon Society members and Big Sur Land Trust supporters are invited to this wonderful opportunity to explore the lands we love in a new way. \nThis event is appropriate for beginning birders and all those interested in learning how to better identify our local breeding birds. Located off of Highway 68 just north of Toro Park\, Marks Ranch is named after Benjamin and Nisene Marks (after whom the state park was named)\, and was once an egg production ranch. The land and many of the original features are now preserved by the Big Sur Land Trust. \nWe’ll learn about the birds\, the natural history and the human history of this unique property. Likely birds are those typical of the oak savannah\, and include Acorn Woodpecker\, California Scrub-jay\, Hutton’s Vireo\, California Quail and Oak Titmouse. Thanks to Big Sur Land Trust’s partnership with Monterey Audubon Society\, we use eBird to monitor the bird populations on Big Sur Land Trust preserves. This field trip is an opportunity to contribute to this growing effort and all participants will have access to a list of birds seen during the day. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/birding-with-monterey-audubon-society-at-marks-ranch-december-2/
LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T113000
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SUMMARY:Carmel River FREE Tour | March 29 @ 10:00am
DESCRIPTION:Big Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. We will host two groups that will be leaving at either 9:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. Please note which ticket time you reserved. \nPlease note that minors will need to be accompanied by an adult. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/carmel-river-free-tour-march-29-1000am/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T222249Z
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SUMMARY:FULL | Let's Go Outdoors! San Jose Creek 2-mile hike with Big Sur Land Trust | March 22
DESCRIPTION:FULL!\nDistance: 2 miles\nElevation: 150′ total ascent\nDifficulty: Easy\nPace: 2+ mph \nEvery step of this hike was made possible through our partnership with the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District\, California State Parks\, and Point Lobos Foundation as collaborative members of the Lobos Corona Parkland project — along with generous donors and funders. Shuttles will transport hikers from Palo Corona Regional Park (Rancho Cañada) to the Ishxenta State Park San Jose Creek trailhead\, which is only accessible through guided hikes. From there\, we will meander up the gentle incline along San Jose Creek\, looking for early wildflowers along the way. After crossing over San Jose Creek’s three magnificent redwood bridges\, we will arrive at the meadow that will be our turnaround point. This hike is a beautiful reminder that collaboration can bring beautiful change and that our actions are stronger when taken together. We are grateful to our partners and to our donors for each step forward that we take together. \nBring: Snacks to enjoy along the hike\, plus everything you need for a half-day of backcountry hiking. Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \nPlease note: While the trails we will be on are well-tended\, this area is known to have extremely high tick densities. Please take extra precautions when preparing for this hike (wear light-colored clothes\, wear pants that can be tucked into socks\, bring and use tick repellent\, etc.) and be sure to do a thorough tick-check following your day with us. \nPlease note that each participant must be individually registered (including kids\, who need to be accompanied by an adult). Hikers must be 15+ years of age.
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/lets-go-outdoors-san-jose-creek-2-mile-hike-with-big-sur-land-trust-march-22/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240329T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240329T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240108T175316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T220156Z
UID:10000180-1711702800-1711710000@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Carmel River FREE Tour | March 29 @ 9:00am
DESCRIPTION:Big Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. We will host two groups that will be leaving at either 9:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. Please note which ticket time you reserved. \nPlease note that minors will need to be accompanied by an adult. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/carmel-river-free-tour-march-29-900am/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240329T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240122T220241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T220241Z
UID:10000183-1711706400-1711713600@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Carmel River FREE Tour | March 29 @ 10:00am
DESCRIPTION:Big Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. We will host two groups that will be leaving at either 9:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. Please note which ticket time you reserved. \nPlease note that minors will need to be accompanied by an adult. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/carmel-river-free-tour-march-29-1000am-2/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CRFree.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240318T202846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T202952Z
UID:10000189-1712307600-1712329200@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:'Birds and Blooms' walk at Marks Ranch | April 5
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a springtime ‘birds and blooms’ walk at Big Sur Land Trust’s Marks Ranch as we celebrate Earth Day all month long. \nThis April\, Big Sur Land Trust will be celebrating Earth Day all month long\, with guided hikes throughout our preserves and on lands throughout Monterey County that are part of our 45-year and over 45\,000 acre legacy of land conservation. \nFor this hike\, we will be joined by our birding expert friends at Monterey Audubon Society as well as a wildflower nauturalist to learn about the wildflowers and birds of this unique property. \n\nDistance: 2.5 miles\nElevation: ~180 ft\nDifficulty: Easy. We’ll walk about 2.5 miles roundtrip on dirt roads and trails. Participants should expect some areas of muddy/wet trail\, narrow cattle gates\, and some areas of uneven terrain.\nPace: Easy\nParticipant limit: 12\n\nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/birds-and-blooms-walk-at-marks-ranch-april-5/
LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes,Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240318T203132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T203132Z
UID:10000190-1712912400-1712934000@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:'Birds and Blooms' walk at San Jose Creek | April 12
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust for a gentle 2-mile birding and wildflowers walk along the San Jose Creek Trail. \nThis April\, Big Sur Land Trust will be celebrating Earth Day all month long\, with guided hikes throughout our preserves and on lands throughout Monterey County that are part of our 45-year and over-45\,000-acre legacy of land conservation. \nFor this hike\, we wil be joined by our birding expert friends at Monterey Audubon Society as well as a wildflower nauturalist to learn about the wildflowers and birds of this unique property. \n\nDistance: 2 miles\nElevation: 150′ total ascent\nDifficulty: Easy. We will be walking on a backcountry dirt road\, on which we may encounter small rocks and sticks.\nPace: Easy\nParticipant limit: 12\nFacilities: Restrooms are available at the meet-up location and at the trailhead.\nCell service: There is limited to no cell service at this location. Please plan accordingly.\n\nRegister >> 
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/birds-and-blooms-walk-at-san-jose-creek-april-12/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240318T203424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T203424Z
UID:10000191-1713772800-1713805200@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Guided Hike: Williams Canyon to Rancho Cañada | April 22
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust for a hike from the Williams Canyon parking meadow to Palo Corona Regional Park’s Rancho Cañada Unit. \nCelebrate Earth Day 2024 on a hike with Big Sur Land Trust from the Williams Canyon parking meadow to Palo Corona Regional Park’s Rancho Cañada Unit. We will traverse 8.5 miles (including three creek crossings) and climb over 1500 feet through Santa Lucia Conservancy land and Palo Corona Regional Park’s backcountry and front ranch. We will spend much of the day on lands not open to the public that are part of Big Sur Land Trust’s 45-year and 45\,000-acre legacy of land conservation\, so it will be our special pleasure to enable managed access to these conserved lands in support of our continuing land conservation efforts. \nBring: A picnic lunch and plenty of water\, plus everything you need for a day of strenuous backcountry hiking. There will be creek crossings\, so be prepared to get your feet wet! Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \n\nDistance: 8.5 miles\nElevation: 1500 feet\nDifficulty: Strenuous. Hikers should expect creek crossings and plenty of climbing and descent along this beautiful backcountry route.\n\nRegister >> 
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/earth-day-guided-hike-williams-canyon-to-rancho-canada-april-22/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240502T171711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T171711Z
UID:10000195-1716019200-1716033600@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Birding with Monterey Audubon at Songbird Preserve | May 18
DESCRIPTION:Join us for expert-led birding on a Monterey Audubon Society field trip at Big Sur Land Trust’s Songbird Preserve. \n\n\nBig Sur Land Trust is thrilled to host Monterey Audubon Society field trips at Big Sur Land Trust Preserves. Monterey Audubon Society members and Big Sur Land Trust supporters are invited to this wonderful opportunity to explore the lands we love in a new way. This event is appropriate for beginning birders and all those interested in learning how to better identify our local breeding birds. Birds we hope to see or hear include Swainson’s Thrush\, Warbling Vireo\, Western Flycatcher\, and Wilson’s Warbler. Thanks to Big Sur Land Trust’s growing partnership with Monterey Audubon Society\, we have begun using eBird to monitor the bird populations on Big Sur Land Trust preserves. This field trip is an opportunity to contribute to this new and growing effort\, and all participants will have access to a list of birds seen during the day. \n\nDistance: 1 mile\nElevation: 0-10 ft\nDifficulty: Easy\nTrail surface: Dirt/Gravel\nParticipant limit: 12\n\nPlease note there are no restroom facilities at this location. \nAll participants\, including kids\, must be individually registered. Participants under 15 years of age will need to be accompanied by an adult. \nRegister >> 
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/birding-with-monterey-audubon-at-songbird-preserve-may-18/
LOCATION:Sanctuary Bible Church Parking Lot\, 8340 Carmel Valley Road\, Carmel-by-the-Sea\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240607T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240514T170819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T170819Z
UID:10000197-1717747200-1717779600@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:World Ocean Day birding with Monterey Audubon at Glen Deven Ranch | June 7
DESCRIPTION:Join us for expert-led birding on a Monterey Audubon Society field trip at Big Sur Land Trust’s Glen Deven Ranch. \nWorld Ocean Day\, which takes place each year on June 8th\, is a celebration of our our world’s shared ocean and our personal connection to the sea. This World Ocean Day\, Big Sur Land Trust and the Monterey Audubon Society will come together in the beauty of Glen Deven Ranch for a day of birding and spectacular views made possible by our ocean and the conservation of coastal lands. \nBig Sur Land Trust is thrilled to host Monterey Audubon Society field trips at Big Sur Land Trust Preserves. Monterey Audubon Society members and Big Sur Land Trust supporters are invited to this wonderful opportunity to explore the lands we love in a new way. This event is appropriate for beginning birders and all those interested in learning how to better identify our local breeding birds. Thanks to Big Sur Land Trust’s growing partnership with Monterey Audubon Society\, we have begun using eBird to monitor the bird populations on Big Sur Land Trust preserves. This field trip is an opportunity to contribute to this new and growing effort and all participants will have access to a list of birds seen during the day. \nOur day will begin with an out-and-back walk along the Ridge Trail: \n\nDistance: 2.5 miles\nElevation: ~400 ft\nDifficulty: Easy. We’ll walk up to 2.5 miles round trip on dirt roads. (There may be a few small rocks and roots.)\nPace: Easy\n\nFollowing a pause to eat our picnic lunches\, birders who are hardy hikers may choose to continue their day with us with an out-and-back hike along the Canyon Trail: \n\nDistance: 4.5 miles\nElevation: ~900 ft\nDifficulty: Moderate. We’ll walk up to 4.5 miles round trip on dirt roads. (There may be a few small rocks and roots.) This hike involves a wood plank creek crossing.\nPace: Easy\n\nPlease note that each participant must be individually registered (including kids\, who need to be accompanied by an adult). \nParticipants should expect to be arranged into carpools. Please bring face masks and expect to wear a mask for the safety and comfort of others\, during the ~25 minute drive from our meet-up location to Glen Deven Ranch. \nPoison oak and ticks are present in this area. Please come prepared. \nRegister >> 
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/world-ocean-day-birding-with-monterey-audubon-at-glen-deven-ranch-june-7/
LOCATION:Crossroads Park-and-Ride\, 3650 Rio Road\, d Carmel-by-the-Sea\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240813T132907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T132907Z
UID:10000203-1723798800-1723806000@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Carmel River FREE tour with Big Sur Land Trust | August 16
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a 3-mile round-trip hike/tour of the CR FREE project site\, led by Big Sur Land Trust’s Director of Conservation\, Rachel Saunders. \nBig Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. \nPlease note that minors will need to be accompanied by an adult. \nBring: Everything you will need for a gentle walk. Closed-toed hiking shoes and layers are strongly recommended. \nWalk details: \n\nDistance: 3 miles\nTotal ascent: 130 feet\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Dirt trail (non-technical)\n\nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/carmel-river-free-tour-with-big-sur-land-trust-august-16/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240904T180230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T180230Z
UID:10000206-1726304400-1726322400@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Caminata y Loteria de Observación de Aves | September 14
DESCRIPTION:Únase a nosotros para una caminata entre bosques de robles y pastorales locales en busca de vida silvestre. Todos son bienvenidos. \nBig Sur Land Trust se complace en celebrar la Semana de la Conservación Latina con una caminata en español para observar aves y otras vidas silvestres en Marks Ranch. Este evento es apropiado para principiantes y todos aquellos interesados ​​en aprender cómo identificar mejor nuestras aves locales. Después de nuestra caminata de observación de aves\, disfrutaremos de un picnic en el jardín de la Hacienda de Marks Ranch. Se proporcionará un refrigerio para el desayuno\, un almuerzo ligero y bebidas. \nUbicado junto a la autopista 68\, justo al norte de Toro Park\, Marks Ranch lleva el nombre de Benjamin y Nisene Marks (que dan nombre al parque estatal)\, y una vez fue un rancho de producción de huevos. El terreno y muchas de las características originales ahora son preservados por Big Sur Land Trust. Aprenderemos sobre las aves\, la historia natural y la historia humana de esta propiedad única. \nLas aves probables son las típicas de la sabana de robles\, e incluyen el pájaro Carpintero Bellotero\, Chara californiana\, Vireo de Hutton\, Colín de California y Herrerillo unicolor. \nGracias a la asociación de Big Sur Land Trust con Monterey Audubon Society\, ahora utilizamos eBird para monitorear las poblaciones de aves en las reservas de Big Sur Land Trust. Esta excursión es una oportunidad para contribuir a este creciente esfuerzo y todos los participantes tendrán acceso a una lista de aves vistas durante el día. \nRSVP >> 
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/caminata-y-loteria-de-observacion-de-aves-september-14/
LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240709T203854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T173146Z
UID:10000200-1726822800-1726830000@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Join Waitlist: Carmel River FREE tour with Big Sur Land Trust | September 20
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a 3-mile round-trip hike/tour of the CR FREE project site\, led by Big Sur Land Trust’s Director of Conservation\, Rachel Saunders. \nBig Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. \nPlease note that minors will need to be accompanied by an adult. \nBring: Everything you will need for a gentle walk. Closed-toed hiking shoes and layers are strongly recommended. \nWalk details: \n\nDistance: 3 miles\nTotal ascent: 130 feet\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Dirt trail (non-technical)\n\nJoin the waitlist >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/carmel-river-free-tour-sept-20/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CRFree.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240904T180425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T180425Z
UID:10000207-1726909200-1726930800@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Salinas River Day Celebration | September 21
DESCRIPTION:Visit three different locations along the river to learn from experts about hydrology\, ecology\, and alternative forms of river management. \nRunning 175 miles\, the Salinas river is an upside-down river. There\, present\, supporting the whole valley\, but hard to see and acknowledge by human eyes. Its existence has been suppressed by design\, hidden behind fences\, absorbed by sprinkles\, and disconnected from its plains. This event celebrates the Salinas River and invites the community to relate with it\, immersing themselves in its nature. The goal is to spend the day\, from 9 am to 3 pm\, in a field trip that includes three different locations along the river where participants will have the opportunity to learn from experts about hydrology\, ecology\, and alternative forms of river management focused on nature-based solutions and environmental justice. At the end of the field trip we will have a short workshop modeling the river in the sand to understand movements of water and sediments\, and share visions and desires for the river. The event is free and transportation\, snacks\, and materials will be provided. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/salinas-river-day-celebration-september-21/
LOCATION:​National Steinbeck Center\, 1 Main Street\, Salinas\, CA\, 93901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240922T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20240709T204434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T173138Z
UID:10000201-1726995600-1727013600@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Join Waitlist: San Jose Creek birding walk with Big Sur Land Trust and Monterey Audubon | September 22
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust and Monterey Audubon Society for a gentle 2-mile birding walk along the San Jose Creek Trail. \nEvery step of this hike was made possible through our partnership with the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District\, California State Parks\, and Point Lobos Foundation as collaborative members of the Lobos Corona Parkland project — along with generous donors and funders. \nBig Sur Land Trust is thrilled to host a Monterey Audubon Society field trip along San Jose Creek Trail\, as we explore and enjoy this piece of conserved land together. \nShuttles will transport hikers from Palo Corona Regional Park (Rancho Cañada) to the Ishxenta State Park San Jose Creek trailhead\, which is only accessible through guided hikes. From there\, we will meander up the gentle incline along San Jose Creek\, birding along the way. After crossing over San Jose Creek’s three magnificent redwood bridges\, we will arrive at the meadow that will be our turnaround point. This hike is a beautiful reminder that collaboration can bring beautiful change and that our actions are stronger when taken together. We are grateful to our partners and to our donors for each step forward that we take together. \n\nDistance: 2 miles\nElevation: 150′ total ascent\nDifficulty: Easy. We will be walking on a backcountry dirt road\, on which we may encounter small rocks and sticks.\nPace: Easy\nParticipant limit: 12\nFacilities: Restrooms are available at the meet-up location and at the trailhead.\nCell service: There is limited to no cell service at this location. Please plan accordingly.\n\nBring snacks to enjoy along the hike\, plus everything you need for a half-day of birding and walking. Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \nPlease note: While the trails we will be on are well-tended\, this area is known to have extremely high tick densities. Please take extra precautions when preparing for this hike (wear light-colored clothes\, wear pants that can be tucked into socks\, bring and use tick repellent\, etc.) and be sure to do a thorough tick-check following your day with us. \nPlease note that each participant must be individually registered (including kids\, who need to be accompanied by an adult). \nJoin the waitlist >> 
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/san-jose-creek-birding-walk-september-22/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20241022T205140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T205140Z
UID:10000213-1729850400-1729857600@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Carmel River FREE Tour | October 25
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a 3-mile round-trip hike/tour of the CR FREE project site\, led by Big Sur Land Trust’s Director of Conservation\, Rachel Saunders. \nBig Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. \nPlease note that minors will need to be accompanied by an adult. Please leave four-legged friends at home. Thank you! \nBring: Everything you will need for a gentle walk. Closed-toed hiking shoes and layers are strongly recommended. \nWalk details: \n\nDistance: 3 miles\nTotal ascent: 130 feet\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Dirt trail (non-technical)\n\nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/carmel-river-free-tour-october-25/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CRFree.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
CREATED:20241003T161703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T162144Z
UID:10000210-1730534400-1730566800@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Go Outdoors! Williams Canyon to Rancho Cañada | November 2
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust on a guided hike from the Williams Canyon parking meadow to Palo Corona Regional Park’s Rancho Cañada Unit. We will traverse 8.5 miles (including three creek crossings) and climb over 1500 feet through Santa Lucia Conservancy land and Palo Corona Regional Park’s backcountry and front ranch. We will spend much of the day on lands not open to the public that are part of Big Sur Land Trust’s 45-year and 45\,000-acre legacy of land conservation\, so it will be our special pleasure to enable managed access to these conserved lands in support of our continuing land conservation efforts. \nBring: A picnic lunch and plenty of water\, plus everything you need for a day of strenuous backcountry hiking. There will be creek crossings\, so be prepared to get your feet wet! Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \n\nDistance: 8.5 miles\nElevation: 1500 feet\nDifficulty: Strenuous. Hikers should expect creek crossings and plenty of climbing and descent along this beautiful backcountry route.\n\nPlease note that each participant must be individually registered (including kids\, who need to be accompanied by an adult). Hikers must be 15+ years of age. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/lets-go-outdoors-williams-canyon-to-rancho-canada-november-2/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241117T170000
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SUMMARY:Let's Go Outdoors! Lunch Bench Guided Hike | November 17
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of National Hiking Day (Nov 17th)\, join Big Sur Land Trust on a guided hike from the Williams Canyon parking meadow to Palo Corona Regional Park’s Rancho Cañada Unit via the Lunch Bench (closeby to Palo Corona peak) and Corona Cabin. We will traverse 13 miles (including two creek crossings) and climb over 2400 feet through Santa Lucia Conservancy land\, Mitteldorf Preserve\, and Palo Corona Regional Park’s backcountry and front ranch. We will spend much of the day on lands not open to the public that are part of Big Sur Land Trust’s 45-year and 45\,000-acre legacy of land conservation\, so it will be our special pleasure to enable managed access to these conserved lands in support of our continuing land conservation efforts. \nBring: A picnic lunch and plenty of water\, plus everything you need for a day of strenuous backcountry hiking. There will be creek crossings\, so be prepared to get your feet wet! Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \n\nDistance: 13 miles\nElevation: 2400 feet\nDifficulty: Strenuous. Hikers should expect creek crossings and plenty of climbing and descent along this beautiful backcountry route\, including a significant ascent to the Lunch Bench via Mitteldorf Preserve’s Echo Ridge trail.\n\nPlease note that each participant must be individually registered (including kids\, who need to be accompanied by an adult). Hikers must be 15+ years of age. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/lets-go-outdoors-lunch-bench-guided-hike-november-17/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
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SUMMARY:Let’s Go Outdoors! San Jose Creek 2-mile Hike | March 8
DESCRIPTION:Distance: 2 miles \nElevation: 150′ total ascent \nDifficulty: Easy \nPace: Easy \nEvery step of this hike was made possible through our partnership with the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District\, California State Parks\, and Point Lobos Foundation as collaborative members of the Lobos Corona Parklands project — along with generous donors and funders. Shuttles will transport hikers from Palo Corona Regional Park (Rancho Cañada) to the Ishxenta State Park San Jose Creek trailhead\, which is only accessible through guided hikes. From there\, we will meander up the gentle incline along San Jose Creek\, looking for early wildflowers along the way. After crossing over San Jose Creek’s three magnificent redwood bridges\, we will arrive at the meadow that will be our turnaround point. This hike is a beautiful reminder that collaboration can bring beautiful change and that our actions are stronger when taken together. We are grateful to our partners and to our donors for each step forward that we take together. \nBring: Snacks to enjoy along the hike\, plus everything you need for a half-day of backcountry hiking. Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \nPlease note: While the trails we will be on are well-tended\, this area is known to have extremely high tick densities. Please take extra precautions when preparing for this hike (wear light-colored clothes\, wear pants that can be tucked into socks\, bring and use tick repellent\, etc.) and be sure to do a thorough tick-check following your day with us. \nPlease note that each participant must be individually registered (including kids\, who need to be accompanied by an adult). \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/lets-go-outdoors-san-jose-creek-2-mile-hike-march-8/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164810
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SUMMARY:Let's Go Outdoors! San Jose Creek 2-mile Hike | April 5
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust for a gentle 2-mile guided hike along the San Jose Creek Trail. \nEvery step of this hike was made possible through our partnership with the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District\, California State Parks\, and Point Lobos Foundation as collaborative members of the Lobos Corona Parklands project — along with generous donors and funders. Shuttles will transport hikers from Palo Corona Regional Park (Rancho Cañada) to the Ishxenta State Park San Jose Creek trailhead\, which is only accessible through guided hikes. From there\, we will meander up the gentle incline along San Jose Creek\, looking for early wildflowers along the way. After crossing over San Jose Creek’s three magnificent redwood bridges\, we will arrive at the meadow that will be our turnaround point. This hike is a beautiful reminder that collaboration can bring beautiful change and that our actions are stronger when taken together. We are grateful to our partners and to our donors for each step forward that we take together. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/lets-go-outdoors-san-jose-creek-2-mile-hike-april-5/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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