Byrne-Milliron Forest, New & Improved! 4-6 miles

Byrne-Milliron recently reopened after a year of sustainable timber harvest and other renovation. Enjoy this gorgeous (re-opened) open space hiking area, with well maintained trails, and a mixed forest with impressive redwoods and beautiful views.
Note: Just tor thrills, I tested the option “Generate AI description for your event” and included it below. Ok, maybe it’s not about to take over…

Registration with the Land Trust is now required for this hike:
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Nuts and bolts:

• Hike departs at 10:45am
• 4 — 6 miles, ~1,500’ TEG
• 250’ tall, 1,000yo Redwood
• Dog friendly for friendly dogs
• Come for the redwoods, stay for the thimbleberries.
• Byrne-Milliron info & registration.

“The Byrne portion of the property became a part of the Land Trust in 1984, and Milliron (pronounced just as the two separate words ‘mill’ and ‘iron’) in 2008. Located in Corralitos, the forest is a lovely place to hike and explore, with panoramic views of the Pajaro Valley and Monterey Bay.”

Parking is usually not a problem, but carpooling is still highly recommended.

Afterwards, you are welcome to join us for beer or a bite to eat at Beer Mule in Watsonville. Here is a Map to Beer Mule.

NOTE ON DIRECTIONS: The left turn off of Browns Valley Road is hard to spot. Watch for the "Roses of Yesterday" sign on the right side of the road as a marker — I put an image of it here, in Photos. The sign was there last year and Google says the business is still there, so hopefully it is not a "Roadsigns of Yesterday"! (See all images from a 2022 trip here.)

AI Turing Test This is what the Meetup AI suggested I use as this event’s description. Wow, I can use this for all our events, what a time saver!
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“Join Connect Outdoors for an evening of Adventure Trivia under the stars. Test your knowledge on wilderness hiking, outdoor adventures, and science while surrounded by nature. Pack your camping gear and get ready for a night filled with fun and camaraderie. Whether you are a seasoned hiker or a camping enthusiast, this event is perfect for anyone looking to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for the outdoors. Team up with fellow adventurers to tackle various trivia questions, enjoy wellness activities, and embrace the beauty of the wilderness. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to blend adventure, culture, and knowledge in a thrilling outdoor setting.”
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Begin Legalese:
Legal Disclaimer: The organizers and hosts in this group are not professional guides, and each person who signs up for a trip/meetup/ or outing is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests and property. By signing up for a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with any outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the organizer, assistant organizers, event organizers and event hosts of this Meetup group from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest's participation in the group activities. These are always “Hike at your Own Risk” events.