Peters Canyon Regional Park (Sat 8/29)

If the attendance list is full, please join the wait-list. I'm almost always able to accommodate everyone as the weekend approaches.

Overview: Peters Canyon Regional Park offers a compact snapshot of several of southern california's plant communities. In a hike less than three miles we'll see examples of coastal sage scrub, riparian, grasslands, and freshwater marsh.

We will hike the North Loop Trail around the lake, identifying trees and looking out for the numerous mammals, birds, and reptiles that call the freshwater marsh home.

I'm classifying this hike as beginner. Total distance is about three miles, with about 200 feet of elevation gain. All that said, we'll be taking a leisurely pace with frequent stops, so as long as you have an ok fitness level, you'll be good to go.

Here are a few of the topics we'll be learning about:

- Natural history of the area
- Grasslands, coast sage, riparian woodland, and freshwater marsh ecosystems
- Wildflower and other plant identification
- Hydrology of the area
- Engineering of the dam

I've capped attendance for this event, so, if full, please join the waitlist and I'll try to accommodate as the event gets closer.

Location: Peters Canyon Regional Park in Orange, CA

Starting point: Main parking lot off Canyon View Rd. Look for the SoCal Science Hikes banner, and the guy with long hair, beard, and cowboy hat. I'll either be set up in the parking lot or near the giant sculpture at the trailhead. Parking fee is $3 at the kiosk or have an OC Parks Pass.

Distance: Approximately 3 miles

Duration: About 3 hours

Elevation gain: ~200 ft

Terrain: Dirt trails, rocky washes

Difficulty: Beginner

Age: 18 and older. Contact me to discuss exceptions.

Pets: No pets allowed

Recommended gear:
- Footwear suitable for dirt paths and rocky washes
- Clothing suitable for the weather
- Water
- Snacks (if desired)
- Binoculars, monocular, or spotting scope
- Journal or notebook if you're into that sort of thing
- Sun protection
- Headlamp or flashlight

Cost: This event is free, but if you enjoy your time and learn something, tips/donations are graciously accepted in person or at buymeacoffee.com/codycolborn

No Show Policy: In order to host as many people as possible, we keep track of no shows. After two no shows, you will be placed on the waitlist when signing up for a new event, and moved to the "going" list if space is available the night before the event.

Questions: If you have any questions, please message me through Meetup or text 424-244-0334.