Mothers Day Stroll thru the Fullerton Arboretum to a Brunch Picnic

ABOUT THE HIKE: The Fullerton Arboretum is a refuge with its ponds and streams, historical house, and meandering pathways among an eye catching variety of some 4,000 native and not-at-all native plant species. This 26 acre botanical garden is a joint project of the city of Fullerton and California State University. We will stroll, rather than hike, counter clockwise on the main path heading into the woodlands with a return loop taking in the cactus, succulent, and native Southern California gardens. The distance of our stroll will be a couple of miles mostly flat allowing for some walking in circles.... taking some dirt paths into the interior of the gardens. This is a "hidden gem" that offers stress busting serenity, gardening inspiration and limitless photo opportunities. There is a $5 suggested donation to the Arboretum made on the honor system.

For additional information about the Fullerton Arboretum:

https://fullertonarboretum.org

ABOUT THE PICNIC: Picnic tables are located at the entry to the Arboretum, so picnic items will NOT be carried on our stroll thru the gardens. Bring food to share for our potluck. BYOB (beverage) This may be an alcohol restricted area so we will exercise adult discretion and Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination.

POST HIKE/PICNIC - HIKE: As our Arboretum stroll will be relatively short, you may extend your hiking day with an OPTIONAL walk up to and around Ted Craig Regional Park. This involves taking a one-half mile walk from Arboretum parking to the Park and another 2 plus mile loop around the park and its beautiful lake. The total hiking distance for this optional extended hike will be around 4 miles with minimal elevation gain/loss.

https://www.ocparks.com/parks-trails/ted-craig-regional-park

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From the 57 Freeway heading north.... take the Yorba Linda Boulevard exit... turn left on Yorba Linda Boulevard.... turn left at the first signal Associated Road.... the Arboretum is located at 1900 Associated Road. Parking is free in the Arboretum lot, with parking charges at the overflow California State Fullerton University parking lots.

DISCLAIMER: Group organizer and assistant organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.