As we walk, we'll enjoy spring wildflowers and learn about the edible, medicinal, and cultural uses of native plants. Our hike includes a visit to the "mysterious" stone wall and spectacular views of the Sierra Nevada, Farallon Islands, and much of the North Bay.
Leader
Alan Siegel
Total Distance
This is a moderate walk of 3.5 miles with about 800 feet in elevation gain. From the Upper Steam Train parking lot, we will descend on the Arroyo Trail and circle back up the Big Spring Trail returning on the upper Sea View Trail.
Weather Policy
Heavy rain cancels.
Cost
Free, but reservations required.
Where to Meet
Meet at the Upper Steam Train Parking lot just off Grizzly Peak Drive in Tilden Park.
Notes
Bring water and snacks, dress in layers (it can be windy), and wear good hiking shoes. It is a wide path but rocky in places. Bring poles if you normally use them. If you have questions about this outing, email [email protected] or phone him at 415-543-6771 x321.
About the Leader
Alan Siegel has hiked the East Bay hills almost daily since the early 1970's, trying to learn every plant and its edible, medicinal, and cultural uses, and to discover and use native plants that thrive in gardens that are frequently visited by deer. Alan is a volunteer docent at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden (EBRPD) in Tilden Park (www.nativeplants.org) where he enjoys meals of stinging nettles washed down with Yerba Buena tea. As a psychologist, Alan is interested in how cultures discovered the uses of plants and enjoys sharing stories of how diverse peoples use plants in unique ways. Alan has led native plant and nature awareness education walks for adults and children for 45 years.
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Leader
Alan Siegel
Total Distance
This is a moderate walk of 3.5 miles with about 800 feet in elevation gain. From the Upper Steam Train parking lot, we will descend on the Arroyo Trail and circle back up the Big Spring Trail returning on the upper Sea View Trail.
Weather Policy
Heavy rain cancels.
Cost
Free, but reservations required.
Where to Meet
Meet at the Upper Steam Train Parking lot just off Grizzly Peak Drive in Tilden Park.
Notes
Bring water and snacks, dress in layers (it can be windy), and wear good hiking shoes. It is a wide path but rocky in places. Bring poles if you normally use them. If you have questions about this outing, email [email protected] or phone him at 415-543-6771 x321.
About the Leader
Alan Siegel has hiked the East Bay hills almost daily since the early 1970's, trying to learn every plant and its edible, medicinal, and cultural uses, and to discover and use native plants that thrive in gardens that are frequently visited by deer. Alan is a volunteer docent at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden (EBRPD) in Tilden Park (www.nativeplants.org) where he enjoys meals of stinging nettles washed down with Yerba Buena tea. As a psychologist, Alan is interested in how cultures discovered the uses of plants and enjoys sharing stories of how diverse peoples use plants in unique ways. Alan has led native plant and nature awareness education walks for adults and children for 45 years.
As we walk, we'll enjoy spring wildflowers and learn about the edible, medicinal, and cultural uses of native plants. Our hike includes a visit to the "mysterious" stone wall and spectacular views of the Sierra Nevada, Farallon Islands, and much of the North Bay.
Leader
Alan Siegel
Total Distance
This is a moderate walk of 3.5 miles with about 800 feet in elevation gain. From the Upper Steam Train parking lot, we will descend on the Arroyo Trail and circle back up the Big Spring Trail returning on the upper Sea View Trail.
Weather Policy
Heavy rain cancels.
Cost
Free, but reservations required.
Where to Meet
Meet at the Upper Steam Train Parking lot just off Grizzly Peak Drive in Tilden Park.
Notes
Bring water and snacks, dress in layers (it can be windy), and wear good hiking shoes. It is a wide path but rocky in places. Bring poles if you normally use them. If you have questions about this outing, email [email protected] or phone him at 415-543-6771 x321.
About the Leader
Alan Siegel has hiked the East Bay hills almost daily since the early 1970's, trying to learn every plant and its edible, medicinal, and cultural uses, and to discover and use native plants that thrive in gardens that are frequently visited by deer. Alan is a volunteer docent at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden (EBRPD) in Tilden Park (www.nativeplants.org) where he enjoys meals of stinging nettles washed down with Yerba Buena tea. As a psychologist, Alan is interested in how cultures discovered the uses of plants and enjoys sharing stories of how diverse peoples use plants in unique ways. Alan has led native plant and nature awareness education walks for adults and children for 45 years.
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Leader
Alan Siegel
Total Distance
This is a moderate walk of 3.5 miles with about 800 feet in elevation gain. From the Upper Steam Train parking lot, we will descend on the Arroyo Trail and circle back up the Big Spring Trail returning on the upper Sea View Trail.
Weather Policy
Heavy rain cancels.
Cost
Free, but reservations required.
Where to Meet
Meet at the Upper Steam Train Parking lot just off Grizzly Peak Drive in Tilden Park.
Notes
Bring water and snacks, dress in layers (it can be windy), and wear good hiking shoes. It is a wide path but rocky in places. Bring poles if you normally use them. If you have questions about this outing, email [email protected] or phone him at 415-543-6771 x321.
About the Leader
Alan Siegel has hiked the East Bay hills almost daily since the early 1970's, trying to learn every plant and its edible, medicinal, and cultural uses, and to discover and use native plants that thrive in gardens that are frequently visited by deer. Alan is a volunteer docent at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden (EBRPD) in Tilden Park (www.nativeplants.org) where he enjoys meals of stinging nettles washed down with Yerba Buena tea. As a psychologist, Alan is interested in how cultures discovered the uses of plants and enjoys sharing stories of how diverse peoples use plants in unique ways. Alan has led native plant and nature awareness education walks for adults and children for 45 years.
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Tilden Park, Berkeley, CA 94702
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