Gem of Peninsula Preserves

**Event 132**n**Distance:** 8 milesn**Elevation Gain:** 1853 ft.n**Difficulty:** 8 out of 10n**Route type:** Loopnn**Gathering location:** 13184 Skyline Blvd, Redwood City, CA 94062n[https://goo.gl/maps/4C5qUP4rJkgYZxtWA](https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/goo.gl/maps/4C5qUP4rJkgYZxtWA__;!!BZ50a36bapWJ!ss9vy_uqAiiHK4JhtkMT-tKvR6vxYTo5HnC-gx8z_bQY9XC3JFl-9qvGUsW9bjymQqxULOjrQ8LuUbktZh0$)nAt the toilet area of Purisima north ridge parking lot.n**Parking information:** Please carpool as parking is limited. If the Purisima north ridge lot is full, park along Skyline Blvd. Free parking.nnBabbling brook, enchanting forest, towering redwoods, gorgeous ocean view, cool weather, … what else could one wish for?! Situated on the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains overlooking Half Moon Bay, Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve is a jewel of Peninsula Preserves.nWe will be descending into the canyon for the first few miles and then steep incline on the way back. But the stunning views make it well worth it. Please evaluate your hiking ability realistically to ensure you can hike back up. We will go clockwise so the second half of incline is shaded.nn**Be prepared:** Wear hiking boots/shoes, sunscreen, layered clothing, water, and snacks. Polls are recommended.nn**Things to note:**n*We’ll gather at the parking lot at 9 and we’ll start to hike at 9:15.nYour attendance implies your consent to be in the photos and videos.nNature Bloomers is a nonprofit organization that promotes public health by connecting people to nature. Our vision is to have a healthy nation transformed by the power of nature. Please support us with your donations, no matter how much they are.nWebsite: https://www.naturebloomers.com/donations-1nPaypal: naturebloomers@gmail.comnZell: naturebloomers@gmail.comnn**DO NOT ATTEND:** If you’re experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system, or if you’ve been exposed to or tested positive for COVID-19.nn**Legal Disclaimers:** By voluntarily joining us for any event you hereby RELEASE and DISCHARGE Nature Bloomers organizers, hosts, and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of actions arising in whole or in part out of our events.