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Tahoe Summer Exploration Series: Wildflower Walk at Galena Falls with TINS

August 10, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm


Cost: Free

Galena Waterfall

Description

As part of the Tahoe Summer Exploration Series, the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS) and the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) have partnered to provide summer excursions on a variety of nature-based topics.

Join TINS naturalist, Sarah Hockensmith as she leads the way in search of birds and flowers near a gorgeous waterfall to discuss and watch firsthand their physical characteristics and behavior. You’ll walk away from this trek with a better knowledge of what kinds of birds live and migrate through Tahoe, what types of flowers grow in and near the basin, the low-down on great birding and wildflower destinations in the Tahoe Basin, and some worthy photos.

This four-mile, easy, out-and-back trek is family-friendly and appropriate for ages 10 and up.

What to Expect

TRTA outings are group outings, and we do our best to keep the group together. Trip leaders dedicate much of their time throughout the year, sharing their passion for the outdoors. They are well-trained and experienced. Please respect their decisions made on the trail.

COVID-19 Policy

Do not attempt to join if you have experienced any COVID-19 symptoms as outlined by the Center for Disease Control within 10 days of the trek: shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, cough, congestion, fever, chills, muscle pain, sore throat, loss of taste, or smell. Do not attempt to join if you have been or may have been exposed to someone that has or may have COVID-19 within 10 days of the trek.


 

Difficulty

Easy-Moderate

Distance

~4 miles roundtrip

Time

8:00 AM to ~12:00 PM


 

What to Bring

    • Water (~one liter per person)
    • Snacks
    • Windbreaker/ warm jacket
    • Closed-toed shoes
    • Trekking poles (optional)
    • Lip Balm (≥ SPF 15+)
    • Sunscreen
    • Sunglasses
    • Hat
    • Bug spray
    • Sketch pad and pencil (optional)
    • Field guide (optional)
    • Binoculars (optional)
    • Camera (optional)
    • Personal Medications/Epi-Pen*
    • *Communicate any medical issues in a private conversation with your guides at the trailhead.

Check out more about our wonderful partners at:

TINS with the Tahoe Rim Trail Association events

For more information about the trek, contact kadenb@tahoerimtrail.org .

This event has reached capacity. Please join the waitlist. In the event there is a cancellation, we will contact the next person on the waitlist.

Leave No Trace

We practice the seven Leave No Trace (LNT) principles on each of our programs. We encourage you to learn more about these strategies for reducing your impact by visiting www.lnt.org.

  • Plan Ahead and Prepare
  • Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
  • Dispose of Waste Properly
  • Leave What You Find
  • Minimize Campfire Impacts
  • Respect Wildlife
  • Be Considerate of Other Visitors

Organizer

Kaden Barmore
Email
kadenb@tahoerimtrail.org

Venue

Mt. Rose Summit Trailhead
24705 Mt Rose Hwy
Reno, CA 89511 United States
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