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SUMMARY:Eastern Sierra Tour
DESCRIPTION:**Format**: Live Zoom call\, 40 minute interactive presentation\, 20 minutes Q&Ann**Description:** Are you planning a trip to the highest\, lowest\, hottest\, deepest\, oldest spots in the US? Are you interested to see the impact of climate change and human manipulation on the environment?nnJoin Nature Bloomers for this one hour interactive info session where we’ll cover the Eastern Sierra TOUR where you’ll see the highest\, lowest\, hottest\, deepest\, oldest spots in the US – And then there are the ghost towns\, hot springs\, tufa formations\, film locations and more.nYet for all its many attractions\, it’s relatively unexplored\, especially compared to California’s other big name draws. It takes a couple of days to get a good feel for the region so join us on a north-south\, semi-secret\, always spectacular road trip.nWe make this trip in collaboration with the Los Angeles department of water and power to raise awareness about climate change.n**To get the Zoom link\, RSVP here and fill in the forms.**
URL:https://naturebloomers.com/event/eastern-sierra-tour-4/
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SUMMARY:A Journey Through Microclimates and Wildflower Meadows
DESCRIPTION:**Event:** 200nn**Distance:** 7.6 milesn**Total Elevation Gain:** 1\,538 ft.n**Difficulty:** 6n**Route type:** Loopn**Gathering location:**nWe will meet at the trailhead parking lot. Use only Google Maps for navigation.n37.37572\, -122.22288nnJoin Nature Bloomers for our 200th event and experience the awe-inspiring wonders of nature! This trail boasts stunning vistas and a variety of terrain\, from gentle slopes to more challenging inclines. Our journey begins with an ascent up Spring Ridge\, followed by a descent through Hamms Gulch. Along the way\, we’ll traverse scrublands adorned with vibrant wildflowers and lush forests\, complete with a picturesque creek crossing. Be prepared to be captivated by breathtaking views of the Bay throughout the hike. We’ll gather at the parking lot at 9:00 am\, with our adventure commencing promptly at 9:15. Don’t miss this opportunity for an unforgettable outdoor experience!nn**Be Prepared:**nThis moderately challenging hike typically takes around 3 hours and 45 minutes to complete. Expect to encounter other visitors\, as it’s a popular destination for birdwatching\, hiking\, and running. While dogs are allowed\, they must be kept on a leash. **Be sure to bring extra layers\, as it can get windy at the top**. Wear sturdy and comfortable hiking shoes or boots\, apply sunscreen\, and consider wearing a hat. Don’t forget to pack snacks\, ample water\, and\, most importantly\, bring along a positive attitude!nn**Parking:**nWhile parking is available at the trailhead\, spaces are limited and weekends tend to be quite crowded. To avoid any parking challenges\, we strongly encourage carpooling to the event.nn**Legal Disclaimers:**nBy 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 action arising in whole or in part out of our events. Your attendance implies your consent to be in the photos and videos.nDo Not Attend if you’re experiencing any cold or flu symptoms\, have compromised immune systems\, or if you’ve been exposed to or tested positive for COVID-19.
URL:https://naturebloomers.com/event/a-journey-through-microclimates-and-wildflower-meadows/
LOCATION:Hamms Gulch to Spring Ridge Loop\, Portola Road Trail\, Portola Valley\, CA 94028\, Portola Valley\, ca\, 94028\, United States
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SUMMARY:Awareness Raising Hiking on Mental Health and Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:**Event**: 201n**Distance**: 4.6 milesn**Total Elevation Gain**: 896 ftn**Difficulty**: 5 out of 10n**Gathering** **Coordinates**: 37.695204\, -122.434344n[https://goo.gl/maps/14YnTWmiBfo25jFv7](https://goo.gl/maps/14YnTWmiBfo25jFv7)nn**Hike Overview**nMay is the mental health month and we are so privileged to host Professor Robin Cooper on the hike. She’ll be educating us on mental health and how climate change may affect it. More information about her is accessible at the bottom of this announcement or at https://ecopsychepedia.org/about/who-we-are/robin-cooper/nEver looked out from a hilltop and seen Silicon Valley on one side and San Francisco on the other? If not\, join us for this event! What’s special about this hike is walking through the bushes along the trail. As you walk\, you’ll see stunning views of San Francisco and Daly City with their colorful houses in the background.nn**Parking**nWe highly encourage carpooling. There are two parking lots available. Please aim to park in the top lot\, which is closer to the trailhead. ***There is a vehicle entry fee of $6 per car.*** Please allow for ample time to enter the park\, as the parking line can be lengthy.nn**Be Prepared** 📝nKeep in mind to have layered clothing\, sunscreen and/or hat\, sturdy hiking shoes/boots\, enough of water\, snacks. ***We’ll be starting the hike sharp at 10:00 am.***nn**Legal Disclaimers**nBy 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 action arising in whole or in part out of our events or/and on the way to the event.n***Your attendance implies your consent to be in the photos and videos.***nn**Good Hiking Etiquettes**nPlease update your RSVP at least 48 hours prior to the event if there’s a change. If you RSVP “Yes” and/or attend any of our events\, it shall be conclusively presumed that you understand and agree to this policy.
URL:https://naturebloomers.com/event/awareness-raising-hiking-on-mental-health-and-climate-change/
LOCATION:San Bruno Mountain Watch\, 44 Visitacion Avenue\, Brisbane\, CA\, 94005\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Hiking with Mining Reminiscences
DESCRIPTION:**Details**n**Event:** 202n**Distance:** 5.7 milesn**Total Elevation Gain:** 1\,187 ft.n**Difficulty:** Moderate Challengingn**Route type:** Loopn**Gathering location:**nWe will meet at the trailhead parking lot. Use only Google Maps for navigationn37.17404156\, -121.8249669nn**Overview:**nAlmaden Quicksilver County Park is spectacular in natural diversity and a landmark of California history. The park is the site of over 135 years of mining activities and former home to more than 1\,800 miners and their families. Since most of the trail is exposed\, we’ll start our hiking earlier than usual. *We’ll gather at 9:15 A.M and we’ll start hiking sharp at 9:30 A.M.*nDogs are allowed but they should be on a leash.nIf you would like to know about the trail\, please refer tonhttps://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/deep-gulch-english-camp-castillero-and-mine-hill-trail-loopnn**Be Prepared:**nA part of the trail is steep and rocky\, and you’d better have boots. Please wear sturdy and comfortable hiking shoes or boots\, apply sunscreen\, and consider wearing a hat. Don’t forget to pack snacks\, ample water\, and\, most importantly\, bring along a positive attitude!nn**Parking:**nNo fees are required.nWhile parking is available at the trailhead\, spaces are limited and weekends tend to be quite crowded. To avoid any parking challenges\, we strongly encourage carpooling to the event.nn**Legal Disclaimers:**nBy voluntarily joining us for any event\, you hereby RELEASE and DISCHARGE Nature Bloomers organizers\, hosts\, and participants from any liability\, claims\, demands\, or causes of action arising in whole or in part out of our events.nYour attendance implies consent to being included in group photos and videos that will be used by Nature Bloomers on social media to promote our missionnDo Not Attend if you’re experiencing any cold or flu symptoms\, have compromised immune systems\, or if you’ve been exposed to or tested positive for COVID-19.
URL:https://naturebloomers.com/event/a-hiking-with-mining-reminiscences/
LOCATION:Hacienda Entrance\, 21785 Almaden Rd\, San Jose\, CA\, 95120\, United States
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SUMMARY:Eastern Sierra Tour
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LAWP)\, Nature Bloomers is pleased to offer the fun and educational tour of the Eastern Sierra. Running east of the Sierra Nevada mountain range\, there is a road of superlatives: highest\, lowest\, hottest\, deepest\, oldest – the US Highway 395 passes close by a whole host of -ests. And then there are the ghost towns\, living towns\, hot springs\, tufa formations\, film locations and more. \nYet for all its many attractions\, it’s relatively unexplored\, especially compared to California’s other big name draws. It takes a couple of days to get a good feel for the region so join us on a north-south\, semi-secret\, always spectacular road trip. \nThe Trip: \nYou’ll be exploring the natural features along Highway 395\, including the hot springs\, tufa formations of Mono Lake\, Crowley Lake\, June Lake\, and the ghost town of Bodie. You’ll be learning a lot on this trip including: \n\nThe history of water conflicts in Eastern California and how they are managed\nHow hot springs\, salt lakes\, and fresh water lakes were formed in Eastern Sierra\nThe history of the ghost town and how it got famous\n\nItinerary: \nMay 25th \nCheck in to your rooms \nHanging out in Bridgport town \nDinner  (provided) \nMay 26th \nBreakfast on the way (provided) \nMono Lake \nLunch  (provided) \nCrowley Lake \nGhost Town (If the road is open) \nFull-course dinner  (provided) \nMay 27th \nBreakfast \nCheck out \nBuck Eye Hot Springs \nWhat’s Included? \n\nHotel accommodation with full amenities\nGuided tour of the Eastern Sierra Nevada\nFive courses of meals\nExperienced guides\, certified as Wilderness First Aid Responders\nGroup first aid supplies\nArranging carpooling\, if needed\n\nNote: You’ll be driving your own vehicle to Bridgport. We help with carpool coordination.
URL:https://naturebloomers.com/event/eastern-sierra-tour/
LOCATION:333 Main St\, Bridgeport\, CA 93517\, USA
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