Guided Nature Walk

Learn about the resident wildlife and wildflowers. Discover this unique, peaceful refuge for people, plants, and animals. The event is free and open to everyone.

This guided walk is led by Scott Tomkinson and Ray Johnston. Scott is a local professional botanist and project leader for the study of the flora of Ojai and its surrounding areas. Ray was a professional ranger in parks, resource management, and animal behavioral science. He is currently the on-site resident caretaker for Meher Mount.

Come join the nature walk for some bird watching and native plant observations suited to both novice and experienced observers of nature.

• Bring layers, including a windbreaker, as the temperature changes throughout the day
• Wear sturdy, close-toed walking shoes that can get muddy and wet
• Bring a hat and sunglasses
• If you have binoculars, mark your name on them and please bring them
• Please bring your own bottle of water for the walk
• Camera
• Smaller backpack or fanny pack to carry your belongings

Please do not bring:

• Please do not bring your pets.
• There are no fires, incense or candles. The fire danger is extremely high.
• There are no drugs, alcohol or firearms.

Guidelines:

• For general visitor information, see the Visitor Guidelines.
• Children — Parents are responsible for maintaining their children’s safety. Children under nine years must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. For children nine through 14 years, there should be a responsible adult at Meher Mount who is actively engaged in the supervision of their activities and whereabouts at all time. Please note there is no climbing on any equipment or in the trees.

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