Dust off your magnifying loupe—and your high school biology!—to get a hands-on look at the reproductive strategies of some familiar summer wildflowers on this leisurely-paced hike along the Skyline-to-the Sea Trail. Led by Docent Naturalists Frances Reneau and Paula Maurano, you’ll likely see an abundance of species, likely including ceanothus, manzanitas, lupines, and California poppies displaying their “come hither” reproductive organs to the pollinators. What is the purpose of the diverse array of colors, sizes and shapes, if not just to delight our eyes? (Note: A couple of magnifying loupes may be available but please bring your own if you have one.)
Meet at the Sempervirens Point Parking Area on Highway 9/Big Basin Way. This lot is 2 miles southwest of the Skyline Boulevard (Highway 35) junction.
Coming from the north on Highway 35, turn right onto CA-9S/Big Basin Way and then turn left into the lot.