Day Trip: Low Pass Creek II(Self-drive)

Low Pass Creek II

Join Hogle Zoo staff on a survey of Low Pass Creek found on the southwest slope of the Uintas! We surveyed a portion of this site last week but it is a big area so we will revisit any areas we didn't get to last week. Meet at the Sinclair Gas Station in Heber at 9AM. Look for Hogle Zoo staff waiting for you there.

Transportation: Your own personal/private vehicle. AWD or 4WD , high clearance required.

Difficulty: 4/10. We will survey a stream near Currant Creek Reservoir. There is no major hike to get to the site though we will be walking and surveying upstream through several beaver dam complexes. It is off-trail and will involve walking through dense vegetation (willows and tall grasses)and uneven forest terrain.

What to bring/wear: Comfortable hiking clothes and close-toed shoes you don't mind getting dirty/wet (light weight hiking pants/work pants recommended over shorts). A daypack with a packed lunch, snacks, water (minimum 32oz), sun protection (hat, glasses), rain jacket (rain pants if you have them), warm layers if needed, extra socks (keep these in your backpack). Water/rain boots or waders are recommended but not required (your feet are likely to get wet). Some prefer to wear light weight long sleeve shirts to protect them from getting scratched by vegetation. You may also want comfortable dry shoes to change into at the end of the day.

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Meet Zoo staff at the Sinclair gas station in Heber. The Zoo truck is branded.

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