Queer Hike in the Redwoods - Sam McDonald County Park

Join us and our friends at San Mateo County Parks for a winter hike through the redwoods. During this event, we will explore the iconic Pescadero Valley on a guided walk to appreciate redwood ecology, while looking for mushrooms, banana slugs and more. This hike will include a walk to some of the park's old growth trees in the heritage grove. Please note that heavy rain will cancel this event. Waivers/Registration: All participants must be registered individually and have approved the online waiver through this page. Meeting Location: Sam McDonald County Park Parking Lot. Parking fees are waived for Branching Out Participants. Carpooling: Carpooling is a great way to make friends and do better for the environment. Please use this sheet to plan carpools! Accessibility and Trail Information: There is little to no cell service in the park or the roads leading to it. Please visit the preserve website for detailed information on what amenities are available. Participants can expect to walk up to four miles with up to 500 feet of elevation gain on uneven and potentially muddy surfaces. A specific plan for our route can be found here. What to Bring: We understand that not all participants may not have everything listed below and that is not a problem whatsoever! Our community has extra supplies, access to gear libraries, and are willing to share with one another. Please include what you may need to borrow in your registration. • Water bottle, filled with water. • Clothes and shoes that you feel comfortable hiking in • Warm layers and/or rain gear • Plan for potential exposure poison oak, ticks, prickly plants Cancellations: In the event that we must cancel an adventure due to extreme weather conditions or poor air quality, the team will reach out via email no later than 5:00 PM, 2 days prior to this event. Branching Out Adventures encourages people from all identities and backgrounds to participate in our programs. Many of our programs are outdoors and involve moving in a variety of landscapes. If you have accessibility concerns (e.g. allergies, limited mobility, learning differences), our projects are flexible and we are happy to work with you. Please contact us at [email protected]