April 20, 2024
Brushy Peak Adventure
Brushy Peak Regional Preserve • Laughlin Road Livermore, CA 94551 Organized by Livermore Area Rec & Park Dist
This event has ended.
About this event
Description
We're sorry, but this activity is over. The last meeting was Saturday, April 20, 2024.
Explore the magical parkland known as Brushy Peak Regional Preserve. This strenuous hike covers approximately 4-miles over dirt and rocky trails with an elevation gain of 800+ feet. The hike includes an exploration of unique sandstone rock formations, introduction to the Native Ohlone, Bay Miwok and Delta Yokuts cultures associated with the site, and opportunity to view the plants and animals that live or visit this area.Participants must stay with the group. Under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Canceled if raining. 5 to 6 hour trip. Carpooling encouraged.
Meet at the bigger community center parking lot next to the community gardens at 491 Loyola Way. [Google Map Link]
For more information, call the Ranger office at 925-960-2400.
Meet at the bigger community center parking lot next to the community gardens at 491 Loyola Way. [Google Map Link]
Please bring: sturdy, comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots; windbreaker and/or jacket (all weather conditions); water bottle (at least two quarts per person); hat and sunscreen (recommended); long pants and/or insect repellent (recommended) (if you choose long pants on a hot day, lightweight pants would be more comfortable than heavy pants or jeans); gaiters, rain pants etc., to keep you dry if it has rained recently; binoculars and/or hand lenses (optional); camera (optional); favorite field guides (optional); container to carry out your trash (no garbage cans at park); a pack to carry all the above.
NO RESTROOMS available on site!
Age Category
Family
Instructor
LARPD Ranger Staff
Age and Gender
Ages 8-90 · Co-Ed