Name: Let's Hike @ Inspiration Point
Start: 2024-11-30T10:30:00-08:00
End: 2024-11-30T14:30:00-08:00

Hello Outdoor Afro Family!!!
Please join me on a moderate but exerting hike in the Berkeley Hills!!! We will be hiking at one of the District's three oldest parks. Tilden has been called the jewel of the system, and its recreational activities have become a happy tradition for generations of East Bay youngsters. From a carousel ride and a picnic to a swim at Lake Anza and a stroll through the Botanic Garden, Tilden has variety to delight everyone. Yet there are plenty of quiet places in Tilden's 2,079 acres to shelter the wildlife and preserve natural beauty. Tilden was named after Charles Lee Tilden, first president of the Park District Board of Directors. Charles Lee Tilden (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Lee_Tilden), a Bay Area attorney and businessman who purchased much of the land in order to preserve remaining wilderness areas for public enjoyment.

This is a family friendly and social hike. All are welcome.

**What to bring:**

* Comfortable Hiking shoes with good traction

* Warm clothing layers
* water (minimum 2 liters)
* Bring snacks
* Hiking Poles (Optional)
* Good humor and smiles

**What is the difficulty level:**
The hike level is rated at moderate - this hike is for the beginner hikers and youth. The trail is 3.25 miles long loop, which has a steady 600 ft. of incline and decline.

**Is this Hike ADA accessible:**
There are areas within Tilden Regional Park that are ADA accessible, but the hiking trails for our route are not.

**What are the fees:**
Parking is free, but limited. You can park on the side of the road.

**What trails are we taking?**
We will be taking the Meadow Canyon Trail from Lone Oak Picnic Area to Curran Trail; which will be a moderate uphill climb to Curran Trail. When we arrive to Curran Trail, we will head down a decline part of the trail to connect to Wildcat Gorge Trail. Then we will take Wildcat Gorge Trail to Meadow Canyon Trail, which is mostly flat. When we arrive back at Meadow Canyon Trail, we would have completed our loop; which will be back at our starting point Lone Oak Picnic Area.

**Lessons Learned:**
As good stewards and outdoor practice, we will be practicing "Leave No Trace" on this hike.

**Dangers To Be Avoided:**
**-Rattlesnakes:** Please be cautious of where you're hiking and stay on the trail. Rattlesnakes are very common on and near the trails, so always watch were your hiking.

**-Poison Oak:** Please be cautious of where you're hiking and stay on the trail. Poison oak can be identified by its leaves—they grow in groups of three and have gently lobed edges. These are commonly found along the trail. They have an oily shine on the leaves, please don't touch.

**-Ticks:** Please be cautious of where you're hiking and stay on the trail. They commonly live in tall grasses, which can be found along the trail. Please check yourself several times along the trial.

**RELEASE:**
Please make sure to review and complete the online Outdoor Afro "Participant Waiver" before the event arrival below so that we can start the activities on time:
https://outdoorafro.my.site.com/s/trip-waiver

**Directions:**
**-From San Francisco:**
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**-From San Jose:**
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**-From Oakland:**
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**-From Sacramento:**
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\*\*\*\*\*\* Looking forward to seeing you all there \*\*\*\*\*\*

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