Give thanks to Native Californians by exploring how they cared for the land since time immemorial before the arrival of settler-colonialists. Join Docent Naturalists Marie Faust Evitt, Nancy Weintraub, and Megan Elmore for a moderately-paced hike along the beautiful Ipiwa, Alpine Loop, and Sunny Jim trails. You’ll observe grassland, chaparral, and riparian habitats while discovering how local Native tribes use strategies such as cultural burning and regular pruning to nurture plants and ensure abundant food and materials for homes, baskets, and medicine. Children who can comfortably hike more than four miles are welcome. Bring a snack for a break at Alpine Pond.
Meet at the Skyline Ridge Circle Parking Area on Skyline Boulevard located one mile south of the Skyline Blvd. (Highway 35) and Page Mill/Alpine Road intersection. After entering the preserve, turn right and go to the farthest parking area. Those traveling from I-280 on Page Mill Rd. should allow approximately 45 minutes travel time.