Second Annual National Trails Day in Our National Park
And Redwood Adventures is Hosting It Again!
On June 7, 2008, American Hiking will celebrate the 16th Anniversary of National Trails Day – a long standing dedication to the celebration, promotion, and protection of America’s magnificent trail system. Since 1993, National Trails Day has grown to inspire thousands of participants at events nationwide. NTD is now a permanent fixture on calendars of trail clubs, outdoor businesses and government agencies nationwide.
This will be the second year that the event will be held on the North Coast at the Redwood Adventure Center in Redwood National Park. The Redwood Adventure Center is a new events center located on an old mill site at the heart of the Redwood National Park trail system. We are having our one year anniversary as the official sponsor of National Trail Day for Redwood National and State Parks. The Redwood Adventure Center is a part of Redwood Adventure’s efforts to bring fun, entertainment and events to Redwood National and State Parks.
National Trails Day® (NTD), a day of celebration held at thousands of places nationwide, was created to:
- Promote public awareness of and appreciation for America’s trails and the people who build and maintain them.
- Promote the health benefits of trails and how they can improve the quality of life.
- Build partnerships and alliances that work together beyond National Trails Day. This includes partnerships with trail and conservation organizations, health professionals, public land agencies, and outdoor retailers and manufacturers.
- Encourage cooperative efforts among the various trail users, including: hikers, bicyclists, equestrians, walkers, boaters, and others.
America's 200,000 miles of trails allow us access to the natural world for exercise, study, photography, camping, relaxing or solitude. Trails take us to good physical and mental health by giving us fresh air, getting our hearts pumping, and allowing us the chance to get away from our daily challenges and stresses. Trails provide gentle to strenuous workouts, depending on where you want to go and what you want to do.
In addition to getting people outside to enjoy trails, National Trails Day events raise awareness of trails and inform the public of the need to protect and maintain trail corridors. It is the perfect springboard for local trail initiatives and a chance to recognize the groups, public agencies and individual leaders who are making a difference.
Tour Descriptions
Kayak Zak’s Stone Lagoon Bird & Wildlife Watching Kayak Trips
($40) 9:30 a.m. & Noon by Reservation. Group size is limited.
Stone Lagoon nests in the heart of Humboldt Lagoons State Park and borders Redwood National Park. We will explore the lagoon and view shorebirds and wildlife from the water on this pristine Lagoon using sit-on-top kayaks, both singles and tandems. This trip is appropriate for beginners and will include a brief kayaking lesson. Lifejackets, kayaks, and paddles will be provided by Kayak Zak’s.
Wetsuits are available by reservation at an additional fee. Participants should dress for the water temperature around 65°. Our coastal summer weather rarely gets as high as 70°. You should wear synthetic layers. The first layer wicks moisture away from your body. The next layer should keep you warm. The top layer should protect you from wind. A windbreaker jacket is fine. You want to wear synthetic water-wicking fabrics. Polyester is best. Cotton is never a good idea on our coastal waters. Cotton stays wet and cold and gets very heavy when wet. You should wear your bathing suit, and a light-weight, close-fitting polyester or polypropylene undershirt such as a rash guard or wicking underwear you would wear for skiing. Bring a warmer layer such as polyester fleece. you can wear polypropylene long johns and fleece tops and pants with a light nylon jacket to block wind. Wear shoes you can swim in and that you are willing to get wet. Warm synthetic socks are nice even with neoprene booties. Do not bring any electronics unless they are waterproof! Drinking water, waterproof binoculars, and disposable waterproof cameras are recommended. Maximum paddler weight not to exceed 250 lbs. For specific inquiries or reservations call Kayak Zak’s 707 498-1130.
Horseback Rides:
$15 : no reservations required
Offered 12pm-3pm
Redwood Trails Horseback Rides offers rides in the park. This ½ hr tour crosses Elk Meadow, strolls along Prairie Creek, through the Redwoods and back to Elk Meadow.
Kids have to be 7 years and up to 230lbs for the horseback ride. Call 707.498.4837 for more information www.redwoodhorserides.com
Funbus Fern Canyon Interpretive Tour:
Price: $30
Two Trips 12:30pm and 2pm
Funbus ride to Fern Canyon and Ecotour hike of Fern Canyon
Come ride the FunBus from Elk Meadow, up and over Davison Rd. and along Gold Bluff Beach to the famous Fern Canyon. Participants will then take a hike with Redwood Adventures through the 1.2mi canyon. Learn about the natural wonders that created this famous canyon featured in Star Wars and Jurassic Park.
Reservations Required
Please contact Aaron Funk 707-482-1030
www.FunBusTours.com
Redwood Cross Country Fun Run:
5mi
Free
11am
On your marks, get set – Go!
Come enjoy this 5mi cross-country “fun run” in Redwood National Park. This off-road run will take you through Elk Meadow, along Prairie Creek, up into the Old-Growth Redwoods and back to the meadows. This run is appropriate for all skill levels.
Please contact Mike Williams 707-822-3136 Joggn Shoppe
mikearcata@aol.com
Mountain Bike Ride in the Redwoods:
Cost $5
Two trips: 12pm, 2:30pm
Beginner / Intermediate
10mi
Mountain Bike through the Old-Growth Redwoods with “World Renown Bike Guide” Rich Lilley . He has peddled around the world and he will be leading an interpretive bike tour of Redwood National Park. This trip will be “off-road” and will feature flat, slight grade and a couple of hills. Learn tips about bike touring, bike maintenance, trail safety, National Park history, and Redwood ecology.
Please Contact Redwood Adventures 707-488-2222
www.RedwoodAdventures.com
Bird Watching:
Cost: $5
Four trips: 5am, 9am, 1pm*, 5pm
* The 1pm tour will be a sight impaired tour
Marbled Murrelet:
5am
Discover the endangered and mysterious Marbled Murrelet, set in dramatic redwood old-growth forest with a local murrelet surveyor. This trip to Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park near Orick is for early birds! The dawn chorus, Varied Thrush, and Pileated Woodpecker, accompanies pre-dawn flights of the murrelets. Flat terrain, but wet. Restrooms available. These birds are usually seen only in flight and therefore are difficult to get in a spotting scope. Plenty of other redwood forest birds can be enjoyed.
Bald Hills Tour:
9am
Over the hills and through the woods, this carpool tour provides great vistas and conifer forest birds. Interpretation of local forestry practices will also be presented. Expect Steller’s Jay, Varied Thrush, Winter Wren, and possibly Pileated Woodpecker.
Sight Impaired Discovery Tour:
1pm
The trail at Prairie Creek State Park allows the sight impaired to enjoy a redwood forest experience. Sight folks can also take this opportunity to explore their other senses. In a quiet forest, listening for birds can be a very relaxing activity. The trail has a rope guide and discovers gaint redwoods, goose-pen hollows, prickly Sitka spruce and smooth burl. Birdsong will be emphasised for the audible part of the trip. The redwoods only have a few species, so the song identification will be helped by not having a lot of other bird sound going on at the time. Maintained trails are flat and restrooms are available.
Spotted Owl Tour:
5pm
Visit excellent spots to observe Northern Spotted Owls in their nesting habitat. Offers superb photographic opportunities, as the owls have become accustomed to human presence over the years they have been studied. The owls may be seen roadside, but more likely we will hike along a short but possibly steep, slippery trail. Wear hiking boots and dress in layers. A spotting scope won’t be needed to see the owls.
Redwood Adventures Ecotours
Cost $5
Four Trips: 12pm, 12:30pm, 1pm, 2:30pm
Trillium Falls
Lost Man Creek
Prairie Creek
Walk among the world’s tallest measured trees. Discover a land of diverse habitats with our expert Adventure Tour Guides. Visit Redwood National and State Parks, the World Heritage site, and learn about the Redwood Forest amazing history, unique ecology and why these irreplaceable treasures are only found here.
Our friendly, professional guides enjoy sharing their vast knowledge of the local history, flora, and fauna of the Redwood National and State parks. We welcome guests of all ages and all levels of athletic experience.
Please Contact Redwood Adventures 707-488-2222
www.RedwoodAdventures.com
Redwood Parks Photography Workshops
Basic Photography Workshop: 12:30pm &mdash $10 &mdash 45 minutes
This will cover the basics on how to use and shoot your digital camera in the outdoors.
Please bring all of your photographic equipment you will need for the field. There is no prior experience needed for this class, but you should be familiar with all of the basic functions of your equipment. (Please bring your camera´s manual as well)
Intermediate Skills Workshop: 2:30pm — $16 &mdash 90 minutes
Explore the amazing natural beauty of RNP and improve your Photography skills at the same time!
We will visit variety of locations in RNP depending on conditions and interest. We will work on the basics of composition (picture design) and lighting. The key to getting the shots you want is knowing when and where to go for the desired goal. You will learn the best times to get the shots you want: from the time of year, to the time of day, so you can capture shots like the Pros!
Please bring all of your photographic equipment you will need for the field. There is no prior experience needed for this class, but you should be familiar with all of the basic functions of your equipment. (Please bring your camera´s manual as well).
For more details or to pre-register please contact Lowell Cottle at
sixriversenv@suddenlink.net
Or call 707-834-3070
Trails Day Special: Attend Both Workshops for Only $20!
Kid’s Redwood Adventure Hike:
Cost $5 adults
Kids under 12 FREE
Ages 6-12
Two Trips: 12:30pm, 2:15pm
Hey kids! Become a Forest Explorer and discover the natural wonders found in the Redwood forest. Find out why it was chosen as a World Heritage site and Biosphere Reserve and what makes this a special forest.
Parents are welcome!
Please Contact Redwood Adventures 707-488-2222
www.RedwoodAdventures.com
Images
Click here to see pictures from the 2007 National Trails Day!
Schedule
Marbeled Murrelete Bird Watching Tour
Cost $5
Time:5:00 a.m, 7:30
Approximately 2 hours
Leaves from National Trails Day site
Bald Hills Bird Watching Tour
Cost $5
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Approximately 2 hours
Leaves from National Trails Day site
Kayak Zak’s Stone Lagoon Bird & Wildlife Watching Kayak Trips
Cost $40
Time:9:30 a.m, 12pm
Approximately 2 hours
By Reservation. Group size is limited.
Horseback Rides:
$15 : no reservations required
Approximately 30 minutes
Time: 12pm-3pm (on going)
Funbus Fern Canyon Interpretive Tour:
Price: $30
Times 12:30pm, 2pm
Redwood Cross Country Fun Run:
Free
Time: 11am
5mi
Mountain Bike Ride in the Redwoods:
Cost $5
Time: 11 a.m.
Bird Watching:
Cost: $5
Times: 5am, 7:30am, 8:30am
Redwood Adventures Ecotours
Cost $5
Times: 1pm
Approximately 2 hours
Kids Redwood Adventure Hike
Cost $5 Adults
Kids under 12 free
Times: 12:30pm, 2:15pm
Redwood Photography Workshops
Basic Photography Workshop: $10 — 12:30pm — 45 minutes
Intermediate Skills Workshop: $16 — 2:30pm — 1.5 hrs
ATTEND BOTH WORKSHOPS FOR ONLY $20!
Stage:
Music 12-3pm ongoing
Speakers:
Opening Ceremonies: 12pm
National Park Presentation: 1pm
Mike Wilson: Humboldt Trails 1:30pm
TBD 2pm
TBD 2:30pm
Closing Ceremonies 3pm
Tours Schedule
5 am Marbeled Murrlette Bird Watching
7:30 am Marbeled Murrlette Bird Watching
8:30 am Bald Hills Bird Watching
9:30 am Kayaking
11 am Cross-Country Run
12 pm Kayaking
Horseback Rides
Mountain Bike Ride
12:30pm Funbus Fern Canyon Interpretive Tour
Basic Photography Workshop
Kid’s Redwood Adventure Hike
1pm Redwood Adventures Ecotours
1:45pm Mountain Bike Ride in the Redwoods
2pm Funbus Fern Canyon Interpretive Tour
2:15pm Kid’s Redwood Adventure Hike
2:30pm Intermediate Skills Workshop
Getting Involved
For more information in one of the above activities, or to pre-register...
Please use the contact information provided in Tour Descriptions. Contact the activity operator directly.
To have a booth or offer an activity at National Trails Day...
- Use one of the following contacts to discuss your participation:
- Complete the form on the next page. Use any additional pages necessary, and feel free to attach or send us your promotional and/or branding material, as well as any pertinent web references.
- Send your response to us using one of the following methods:
- Fax it to: 707-488-5295, Subject=”National Trails Day”
- Mail it to: Redwood Adventures
ATTN: National Trails Day
PO Box 66
Orick, CA 95555
- Email it to NTD@teamredwood.us
- Contact us to let us know you have submitted your application. We may have preliminary information and materials to give you…
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Tour Descriptions 
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Schedule 
Getting Involved