Behind the Scenes Exploration of Walnut Creek:
Walnut Heights Elementary School
2064 Walnut Blvd. Walnut Creek
Saturday, April 13th, 2013
9:00am – 10:30am | FreeDESCRIPTION: April’s Second Saturday Spotlight shines on the work of the Walnut Creek Open Space Foundation with a guided walk to three restoration projects, plus a visit to a native-rich area used as a source for restoration project plants.
Learn how to create “dead shade” to help plants make it through the long, hot summer. Get tips on the art of seed gathering and weed killing. Hear how the Foundation chooses restoration sites, and the process they follow to plant, grow and care for native plants at those sites. (Note: Activities may vary depending on time and weather conditions).
DETAILS! The program begins promptly at 9 a.m. promptly and will be done by 10:30 a.m. The walk takes place on unpaved trails and uneven ground; wear sturdy walking shoes, sunscreen and a hat. Bring water and dress in layers.Total distance is about 1.25 miles, with stops along the way.
BONUS WALK! There will be an optional hike at the end of the tour along Indian Creek, where Foundation guides will point out native plants and share more information about how they identify seed sources and decide what to plant in restoration areas. This extra walk is about 3/4 of a mile.
PARKING AND CHECK-IN WILL BE AT WALNUT HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 4064 Walnut Boulevard.