Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Exploration + Docent Led Tour, Coastal Exploration

Join us for a special docent-led walking tour along the spectacular CA coastline and learn about native peoples, history of the area, geology, geography and the fascinating plant and marine life that abounds in this area. Whale sightings not guaranteed :-)

The San Mateo Coast has offshore up-welling of nutrient-rich water, complex geology with offshore rocks, sea level reefs and pocket beaches, and a generally mild and relatively constant marine-dominated climate. These conditions favor abundant and diverse marine life. The inter-tidal and marine resources within the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve are renowned for their richness and diversity.

From an easy walking path we will enjoy fresh air, a tree tunnel, and overlooks of the rocky seashore. The tides will be high, but a robust living community of marine life thrives in the rocks below the water's surface. Harbor seals make this area their home, as well as a variety of birds. If you have a pair, bring your binoculars!

Sponsored by the Avenidas Senior Center & Co-Sponsored by Sierra Club Military Outdoors - Free for Veterans
Non veterans: $15 contribution to Avenidas Senior Center in Palo Alto is requested

Schedule:

• 9:30 to 9:45 Arrive
• 10 Intro
• 10:15 to 11:45 Walking/Light hiking docent-led tour
• 12:00 brown bag lunch, including more discussion
• 1 to 1:15 wrap up and farewells

Parking is free and easy in the lot at the park entrance. Bathroom is at our meet spot. Arrive in time to put on your good walking or hiking shoes, gather your gear, use facilities and be ready for the intro at 10.

Most of our paths are not paved and there are a few gentle ups and downs.

Total Distance: less than 2 miles

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