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Autumn Exploration Series with TINS: Birds, Botany, and Beavers

September 16, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm


Cost: Free

Description

Join the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) guides and nonprofit partner Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS) for a guided nature walk around beautiful Spooner Lake as we explore the vibrant life that remains as summer winds down. Led by naturalist Sarah Hockensmith and volunteers from the Tahoe Rim Trail Association, this outing is a perfect way to connect with nature during the cooler days of early fall.

We’ll be on the lookout for migrating birds headed south, discover late-blooming wildflowers, and search for signs of local beavers: from gnawed trees to dams and lodges, there’s plenty of evidence of their busy activity!

Whether you’re a birder, botanist, wildlife enthusiast, or just enjoy being outdoors, this adventure offers something for everyone.

What to Expect

For the weather forecast in this area, check out this link to the NOAA website.

TRTA/TINS treks are group treks, and we do our best to keep the group together. All TRTA guides and TINS staff dedicate a great deal of their time throughout the year sharing their passion for the outdoors. They are well-trained and experienced. Please respect the decisions made on the trail.

It is also critical that you sign up for a trek that is appropriate for you and your skill set. This request is for the safety of you, the group, and our leadership. Read the trek description carefully, and sign up for treks that you are capable of participating in and can enjoy.


Difficulty

Intermediate

Distance

3 miles roundtrip

Time

9:00 AM to 12:00 PM


What to Bring

  • Water (~one liter per person)
  • Snacks
  • Windbreaker
  • Closed-toed Shoes
  • Trekking Poles (optional)
  • Lip Balm (> SPF 15+)
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • 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 fionap@tahoerimtrail.org.

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

  • Fiona Pedrick
  • Phone 775-298-4491
  • Email fionap@tahoerimtrail.org