NATURE BLITZ ~ Field Studies & Exploration At Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Arnold, CA…Here is your chance to immerse yourself in the Natural History of the Sierra Nevada at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Join Doc Nancy for a day of in-depth nature exploration. In addition to topic presentation, walks and demonstrations, attendees will learn interpretive techniques as well. All walks are classed as “easy,” with the longest a 1.5 mile stroll around the North Grove. This program is free to all interested persons and is sponsored by CBTA. RSVP with CBTA (795-1196)
if you can or just show up. Persons can come to any or all parts of the Nature Blitz.

Join Fulbright Scholar and retired NPS Park Ranger Nancy Muleady-Mecham, Ph.D. for this unique opportunity to learn so much about this very special place.

Date: Saturday June 3
Location: Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Participants: Age range of participants: 13 and older
Cost:

FREE SCHEDULE
9-9:45Introduction to Birds (Education Center next to Visitor Center) – bring binoculars
1000-1200 Giant Sequoias and the Mixed Conifer Forest (Hike the North Grove Trail)
1200-1245 Lunch (BYO)
1245- 1330 Geology (Amphitheater below Visitor Center)
1330-1350 Break
1350-1515 Animal Adaptations (Visitor Center Museum or Amphitheater)
1530-1700 Native Plants of the Sierra Nevada (Meet at Education Building & walk to the meadow)
2030 The Night Sky – Special Moon Night Talk (Meet at the Overlook – carpooling suggested)