Walking Tour: Oakland's Ridgetop Redwoods

10570 Skyline Boulevard,Oakland CA 94611

22 August, 2021

Description

Hike a 1.5 mile loop through the redwood forest of Joaquin Miller Park and Roberts Regional Recreation Area and learn about its history. Hike a 1.5 mile loop through the redwood forest of Joaquin Miller Park and Roberts Regional Recreation Area. Learn how sea captains in the mid-1800s used the tallest trees to navigate away from treacherous Blossom Rock.  Meet the forester whose sleuthing resulted in a state landmark designation.  Conclude with an optional bring-your-own lunch picnic. Leader: Amelia Sue Marshall Location: To find the site, take Skyline Boulevard northeast from the intersection with Joaquin Miller Road about one-half mile to the entrance to Roberts Regional Recreation area. Instructions for people who sign up: Meet by 10 a.m. at the Madrone Picnic Site in Roberts Regional Recreation Area. The East Bay Regional Park District charges $5 per car to park in the Roberts lot near their swim center. Carpooling is recommended. In order to obtain a convenient parking space, early arrival is recommended. This tour involves a 1.5 mile hike, beginning and ending at the Madrone Picnic site. Participants are welcome to bring a picnic lunch. Ice chests will be provided at the site, where a volunteer will wait for everyone to return. Forester John Nicoles will present a lecture and demonstration after the hike. Notes: Vouchers, limited-income pricing, and any other special sales circumstances will be handled onsite at the starting point on the day of the walking tour.To protect our community, face coverings are required.Please check your email the morning of the walking tour for any last-minute changes, clarifications, or cancellation. OHA 446 17th Street, Suite 301 Oakland, CA 94612 www.oaklandheritage.org/ (510) 763-9218