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Program: | Backcountry Heron Hike |
Park: | The Rookery |
Location: | Lodge |
Room: | Great Blue Heron Lodge |
Area: | Lodge & Grounds |
Reservation Deadline: | 11/2/14 |
Date: | 11/2/14 |
Meeting Days: | Sun. |
Time: | 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
Fee: | Free |
# of people: | 75 |
Openings: | 29 |
Program Category: | Explore Outdoors |
Program Type: | Exploration, Nature outings |
Age Range: | School Age and Up |
Description: | Head off trail to the site of a heron nesting colony while the herons winter down south. According to historic accounts, this rookery has existed at least 70-100 years in its present location. Participants should be prepared for a 1.5- to 2-mile hike to the nesting site, as well as wet, muddy conditions off trail. |
Accessibility: | Not Wheelchair / Stroller Accessible Only beginning portion of hike on Interurban Trail and educational intro is accessible; the heron rookery site is not. |
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