Want to connect to the living, breathing world of plants, other animals, water, and fresh air, and disconnect from the world of digital technology? Head out on this moderately-paced exploration and get immersed in several different habitats with Interpretive Specialist Katie Renz and Docent Naturalists Catherine Crawford-Swent and Naureen Moon without your phone or other high-tech devices. You’ll practice closely observing natural phenomena in lieu of taking photos, deeply listening to birdsong, and staying attentive to signs of animals, all while hiking with folks who also do not want to stare at a screen. Your route will follow a loop along the Canyon and Stevens Creek Nature trails. Bring a lunch and something to write with/on if you want to take notes or sketch. It’ll be just like hiking before 1994!
Meet at the Monte Bello Parking Area on Page Mill Road (across from Los Trancos Preserve), 7 miles west of I-280 or 1.5 miles east of Skyline Boulevard. Those traveling from I-280 on Page Mill Rd. should allow approximately 35 minutes travel time.