How often to we remember to say “I appreciate you” to the non-human natural world amid our hectic day-to-day lives? Experience Midpen's most popular preserve through new eyes by spending the day celebrating the month of giving thanks on this moderately-paced, inspiring hike. Your route will include the Lower Meadow, Rogue Valley, and Wildcat Loop trails, as well as a visit to Deer Hollow Farm. Interpretive Specialist Katie Renz and Docent Naturalists Marie Faust Evitt, Megan Elmore, and Jumana Latif will lead a couple of participatory discussions to help provoke the benevolent spirit of the season. Bring a lunch, a journal or blank paper, and something to write with.
Meet near the restroom at the bottom of the hill in the preserve parking lot farthest to the right. From I-280, take Foothill Boulevard south and turn right almost immediately onto Cristo Rey Drive. Continue about 1 mile, veer right around the traffic circle, and turn left into the park. After entering the preserve, turn right and drive approximately 0.3 miles to Lot 6.