Our hiking dates for spring 2025 are Saturday, March 22 and Saturday, March 29.
Registration is required—see below for details.
This spring, join us for a group walk among vernal pools and fields of wildflowers at the Vina Plains Preserve. Our group will stroll 1-2 miles through open grasslands to explore vernal pools and their fascinating resident branchiopods. Along the way, we will experience a stunning display of wildflowers at their seasonal peak. The walk will take about 2.5 hours.
These trips are of moderate difficulty. There will be deep hoofprints in the ground and possible muddy conditions.
Youth under 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is no fee to participate. Advanced registration is required. Space is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Pets are not permitted.
To complete your registration, please select a start time below. For families or groups* attending together, only one person needs to complete this form. A follow-up email with directions and details will be sent out the week of the hike.
*Please only register the number of people you can confirm are able to attend.
Register for March 22 or March 29.
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