Professional Series: History Hike with Jack Sprague at Wind Wolves Preserve

EVENT DETAILS: PROFESSIONAL SERIES

Join a retired archaeologist on a guided hike through San Emigdio Canyon and learn about the region's fascinating history! This route is an approximately 2-2.5-mile loop with some uphill sections recommended for ages 8 and up. Event is subject to cancellation due to unsafe weather conditions, including excessive weather warnings. Recommended for ages 8 and up (no strollers).

Please plan to arrive at the Crossing parking lot by 9:45 AM for check-in. Hike starts at 10 AM.

Reservations are NOT required (but highly recommended), and walk ups are welcome!

Call Wind Wolves Preserve at (661) 858-1115 or email [email protected] for questions or more information.

Follow our social media ( and) @windwolvespreserve to learn about other upcoming programs!

SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BRING

• close-toed shoes
• long pants
• layered clothing
• water & Snacks
• sun protection (hats/ sunglasses/ sunscreen)

SAFETY

• Remember to bring enough water and snacks for each person and pet in your group (it is recommended you bring 1 liter for every 2 hours of hiking/ person).

• Water bottle refill stations are located at The Crossing and The Willows restroom (depending on your program, you may encounter 1 or both of these restrooms).

• Access to shade will be available (depending on trail/ program) and short breaks will be provided.

• Recognize the symptoms of heat illness in yourself and others.

SUPPORT OUR MISSION

This event is free, but please consider a donation to support The Wildlands Conservancy's mission! Donations can be made. All donations go directly to The Wildlands Conservancy and help support free public access, youth education, interpretative programs, and habitat restoration projects! (If you want to directly support the education team, you can click "Outdoor Education at Wind Wolves Preserve" under the "Where it's needed most" button.)

ABOUT US

Wind Wolves Preserve is a 93,000-acre nature preserve located approximately 30 miles south of Bakersfield, and is owned and operated by The Wildlands Conservancy (TWC). The preserve is open to the public daily and visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, camping, or attend a staff led program, all free of charge.

TWC is a private, non-profit organization that operates more than 25 preserves along the west coast. Our mission is "To preserve the beauty and biodiversity of the earth and to provide programs so that children may know the wonder and joy of nature." To learn about the Conservancy's guiding principles, ways to get involved, upcoming events at various preserves, and inspire others to protect nature's beauty, visit our website at wildlandsconservancy.org.

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