Forestry, Formations, and Falcons

Description

Discover the wonders of winter during a fun and educational snowshoe trek to Picnic Rock. This excursion will take you through pine forests until you reach scenic vistas of Lake Tahoe. While being guided by trained TRTA Guides, TINS naturalist Sarah Hockensmith will discuss winter ecology concepts, falcons, and geology in the Basin. This three-mile, moderately difficult, out-and-back hike is family-friendly and appropriate for ages 12 and up.

What to Expect

TRTA/TINS hikes are group hikes, and we do our best to keep the group together. Trip leaders 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.

Difficulty

Moderate (600′ elevation gain in 1.2 miles)

Distance

~3 miles round trip

Location

Brockway Summit

Time

10:00 AM to ~12:00 PM

What to Bring

• Water (~one liter per person)
• Snacks
• Insulating clothes – we suggest a wicking layer to go against your skin
• Warm fleece-type layer
• Windbreaker/ warm jacket
• Waterproof pants
• Extra layers
• Winter hat and gloves
• Winter boots
• Extra pair of dry socks
• Snowshoes (let us know if you need to borrow a pair)
• Hiking poles (optional but let us know if you need to borrow a pair)
• Lip Balm (≥ SPF 15+)
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Camera (optional)
• Personal Medications/Epi-Pen*
• *Be sure to communicate any medical issues in a private conversation with your guides at the trailhead.

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For more information about the trek, contact angeliquec@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