ABOUT THE MINDFULNESS HIKE: This is an immersion in nature hike, not a cardio hike. Rachel is our Trail Guide & California Native Plant Expert. We will stop to look at native plants and anything else interesting along the trails. Treeesa will guide us in a variety of mindfulness practices at special locations along the way. Starting the hike at the Main Trail, to the Stream Trail, then back around along the other side of the creek to Wren Way. We will finish with Tranquility Trail. The hike is about 1.8 miles long with 213 ft. elevation gain. The Visitor/Interpretive Center is full of information and exhibits. Open on weekends. There are great areas by the Center and parking lot with tables to enjoy a picnic afterwards.
TIMELINE:
- 9:00am - Arrive at the Oak Canyon parking lot & gather at the meeting spot near the Oak Canyon restrooms.
- 9:10am - Begin our mindfulness hike.
- 11:00am - Meetup concludes.
- Optional - Bring a snack to enjoy at the lovely picnic area under the Oak Trees afterwards if you wish.
PLEASE NOTE: We start promptly at 9:10am. If you show up past 9:10am try to find us by heading past the Nature Center on the Main Road to the Stream Trail.
HIKE DIFFICULTY: This loop is less than 2 miles with 213 ft. elevation gain. There are several areas with stairs and bridge crossing. This is a beginner hike with only parts not flat being railroad tie stairs. The trails are well maintained, and this loop would rate about a 1.5 to 2 due to the stairs.
WHAT TO BRING: Sturdy, close-toed trail shoes/boots, water, hat, layered clothing, camera, snacks, and a cotton beach towel to sit on for the seated mindfulness practice.
LOCATION FEE: There is no parking fee, but donations are welcome at the Visitors Center.
ADDRESS: The Oak Canyon Nature Center is located in the heart of Anaheim Hills, adjacent to the Anaheim Hills Golf Course. Address is 6700 E Walnut Canyon Road, Anaheim, CA 92807.
WILDERNESS PARK PRECAUTIONS: We need to be aware of snakes, ticks, flying insects, poison oak, and natural hazards along the trail. Long hiking pants or long leggings and close toed hiking shoes are highly recommended.
ABOUT OAK CANYON: Oak Canyon Nature Center is a 58-acre natural park nestled in the Anaheim Hills. A year-round stream meanders through the park. Consisting of three adjoining canyons, four miles of hiking trails traverse one of the few remaining areas of oak woodland and coastal sage scrub in our region. Native wildlife makes the canyon their home and is just waiting to be discovered. Also located on site is the John J. Collier Interpretive Center, a small museum with live animals and regional natural history exhibits.
This offering is a free gift to my community, for this month of December. For those who feel called within their heart to make a donation to help support our community & my mission of helping people stay harmonized in mind, body & soul you can do so on my website at https://treeesa.com/donate-now/
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I am so grateful for you, your participation & generous contributions.
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Looking forward to connecting with you, Mother Earth, Father Sun, the Trees, Animals & the 5 Elements soon.
With Love, Blessings & Gratitude,
Treeesa
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