FERNANDEZ RANCH LAND TRUST SUNDAY HIKE

Leader: Ken Robin

Leader Email: k.robin@sbcglobal.net

Leader Phone: 510-926-9220

Meeting Date and Day: Sunday, May 16, 2021

FOR THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN VACCINATED AND ARE COMFORTABLE SHARING A RIDE, PLEASE LET THE HIKELEADER KNOW IF YOU NEED OR CAN OFFER A RIDE.

Meeting Place:  Rockridge BART (at bottom of escalator)

Meeting Time: 10:00 AM

Departure Time: 10:15 AM

Rating:  Level 2.5

Mileage: 6 miles

Elevation Gain: 800'

Description:  A moderate hike in the little frequented Fernandez Ranch, administered by the John Muir Land Trust. A mix of forest and grassland. We'll take the pretty shaded Woodland trail, the Woodrat trail, and the Whipsnake trail with great views.

Bring/Wear:  Water, layers for a spring hike, lunch, and sunscreen and hat for the sunny areas. - and your MASK.

Rain Policy:
Hike will take place rain or shine.

Alternate Meeting Place: At the Fernandez Ranch trailhead. Take I-80 north to hwy 4 and turn east. Drive a few miles, just past the golf course, and turn right on Christie Road. There's a sign (not prominent) to Fernandez Ranch. Continue about 1/2 mile to the parking on the right. If coming west on Hwy 4, there's no turnoff for Christie Road, and you have to drive to the next exit.
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Alternate Meeting Time:  10:45 AM

Alternate Meeting Departure Time:  11:00 AM

Driving Distance: 47 miles total there and back

Car Pool Passenger Fees (from BART): $6

Car Pool Passenger Fees (from SF): $9