Hikers in Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve / photo by Lanette Otvos

Amazing Banana Slugs

Saturday, January 6, 2024
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve
Approximate Total Miles
2

Join Docent Naturalists Roberta and Jaime Cavazos, Melissa Hero, and Paul Billig on a family-friendly, leisurely-paced hike to discover the amazing banana slugs! Learn fun facts while counting how many of these bright yellow creatures you encounter on the Redwood Trail. Bring a light snack to enjoy at a stop along the way where you will also make your own banana slug to take home. (Note: This is a small parking area.)

Where to Meet

Meet at the small turnout on the west side of Skyline Boulevard, 13.2 miles north of Page Mill Road and 6.5 miles south of Highway 92.

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