Saturday, July 18
Kayaking and Stargazing
Paradise Lake
6:30 to 10:30pm
Guides: Kelly Munson and Scott Amick
Sunset paddle in stable kayaks and night sky show around the campfire. Swimming optional. BYO picnic dinner. Equipment and snacks provided.
Pick Up Schedule:
Chico Park and Ride (Hwy 32 & Hwy 99) - 5:30pm
PRPD Terry Ashe Center (6626 Skyway) - 6pm
Drop off Schedule:
PRPD Terry Ashe Center (6626 Skyway) - 11pm
Chico Park and Ride (Hwy 32 & Hwy 99) - 11:30pm
Sunday, July 19
Forest Bathing and Nature Art
Mud Creek Creative Lab, Chico, CA
10am to 3pm
Guides: Blake Ellis and Kelly Munson
Learn the basics of forest bathing and nature inspired creative activities along the creek, including swimming opportunities. Forest bathing is a Japanese practice of immersing your senses in nature. It is proven to improve your physical and mental health. We will also have several creative stations set up for water coloring, nature mandalas, and blending herbal teas. BYO lunch and water bottle. Supplies and snacks provided.
Pick Up Schedule:
PRPD Terry Ashe Center (6626 Skyway) - 9am
Chico Park and Ride (Hwy 32 & Hwy 99) - 9:30am
Drop off Schedule:
Chico Park and Ride (Hwy 32 & Hwy 99) - 3:30pm
PRPD Terry Ashe Center (6626 Skyway) - 4pm
Tuesday, July 21
Day Hike
Forks of Butte, Forest Ranch, CA
10am to 3pm
Guides: Kelly Munson and Scott Amick
Out and back hike with swimming opportunities, 2.4 miles, 450ft elevation gain. Explore the wild creeks and waterfalls right in our backyard. Swimming optional. BYO lunch and water bottle. Snacks provided.
Pick Up Schedule:
Chico Park and Ride (Hwy 32 & Hwy 99) - 9am
PRPD Terry Ashe Center (6626 Skyway) - 9:30am
Drop off Schedule:
PRPD Terry Ashe Center (6626 Skyway) - 3:30pm
Chico Park and Ride (Hwy 32 & Hwy 99) - 4pm
Saturday, August 15
Day Hike, Lassen Peak
Lassen National Park
9am to 5pm
Guides: Kelly Munson and Joc Clark
Out and Back hike, 4.9mi. 1,971ft elevation gain.
This classic hike has epic 360 degree views of Northern California. You won’t want to miss this! BYO lunch and water bottle. Snacks provided.
Pick Up Schedule:
PRPD Terry Ashe Center (6626 Skyway) - 9am
Chico Park and Ride (Hwy 32 & Hwy 99) - 9:30am
Drop Off Schedule:
Chico Park and Ride (Hwy 32 & Hwy 99) -
PRPD Terry Ashe Center (6626 Skyway) -
Sunday, August 16
Native plants and Natural Dying
Mud Creek Creative Lab, Chico, CA
10am to 3pm
Guides: Kelly Munson and Lily Rothrock
Learn to use plants to make colorful dyes and creative designs on cloth. We’ll then use the dyed cloth to make your own tote bag and bandana. BYO lunch and water bottle. Supplies and snacks provided.
Pick Up Schedule:
PRPD Terry Ashe Center (6626 Skyway) - 9am
Chico Park and Ride (Hwy 32 & Hwy 99) - 9:30am
Drop off Schedule:
Chico Park and Ride (Hwy 32 & Hwy 99) - 3:30pm
PRPD Terry Ashe Center (6626 Skyway) - 4pm
DETAILS:
Who is guiding the trips?
Trips are guided by local outdoor educators with professional experience leading youth and have Wilderness First Aid certification. Each trip will be led by 2 educators. Guide names are listed on each trip description.
What about food and Equipment? Participants bring their own lunch and water bottle. Group snacks and specialized equipment (backpacks, kayaks, etc.) for each outing is provided. Participants will receive a pre-trip email with the itinerary and a list of clothes and equipment suggested for each outing.
How do scholarships work? The cost per trip helps cover the guides, transportation, equipment, and snacks. We don’t want any youth to be turned away for lack of funds so we offer full scholarships to those in need. We ask that participants pay the highest amount that they can. Scholarship funding is provided by the North Valley Community Foundation and the Paradise Recreation & Parks District. Participants can request scholarships for up to 2 trips per season.
What if I don’t have a ride to the meeting locations? Trips include van transportation from the park and ride lot on Hwy 32/Hwy99 in Chico and the PRPD Terry Ashe Center at 6626 Skyway in Paradise. If participants cannot find a ride to either of these meeting locations, please contact the organizer, Kelly Munson, to coordinate additional transportation arrangements.
Can I drive myself? For trips in Butte County, participants are welcome to drive themselves. For longer trips, such as Lassen National Park, we ask that everyone travel together in the PRPD van.
What if I have other questions? Feel free to contact the program coordinator Kelly Munson at 207-650-2498 or munlark4@gmail.com.