Celebrate Earth Month and hike a scenic loop encompassing four different preserves with Docent Naturalists Nancy Weintraub, Nick Yatsko, Laura Knott-Thomas, and Bobbie Riedel. On this moderately-paced trek along the Bay Area Ridge Trail, you’ll visit Skyline Ridge, Monte Bello, Coal Creek, and Russian Ridge preserves. You’ll experience breathtaking views, glorious wildflowers, and diverse landscapes while learning how these lands have been tended for thousands of years by the Ohlone people, why the land is protected today, and how we all play a part in protecting the planet. In observance of Earth Month's theme of planet vs. plastics, bring a snack or lunch in a reusable container. (Note: This hike is for those comfortable with "long distance hiking" (7.5 miles/1,250 feet) and able to walk 2.5 miles per hour.)
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.