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 Upcoming Events 

 

Each Saturday

Are you interested in mountain biking at Government Canyon but you don’t know where to begin?  Did you miss the Mountain Bike 101 Class?  Do you ride but are new to the canyon and want someone to show you around?  Sage Cycles on Bandera Road offers guided rides at the Canyon .  Here is the link to their site:   http://www.sagecycles.com/rides.html

 

First Sunday of every month (PLEASE NOTE: CANCELED IN AUGUST)

Haiku Hike — Enjoy an experience that combines immersion in the natural world and creative writing. Led by local poet Mobi Warren, it includes an introduction to haiku, a three-mile hike, and quiet time sitting along the trail to write. Open to ages 14 and older; no pets please; group size limited to six; wear sturdy shoes, bring at least a liter of water, a journal to write in, and, if desired, a snack.  8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; reservations recommended. For reservation or more information, e-mail reservations@friendsofgc.org . Include name, e-mail address or telephone number for each reservation. Subject to cancellation.

 

Second Saturday of every month (PLEASE NOTE: CANCELED IN AUGUST)

Hike the Canyon — Unfamiliar with the trails at Government Canyon or just want to go hiking there with other people? Join the Friends of Government Canyon Volunteers for a guided hike on one of the many trails at the natural area. Open to ages 13 and over, minors must be accompanied by an adult; group size limited to the first 12 people; no pets please. Dress appropriately and wear sturdy hiking shoes; bring two liters of water and a snack. Meet at the Visitors Center by the rainwater harvesting tower; Note new start time 8:00 am – Noon.; subject to cancellation.

   

Third Saturday of every month

Explore the Canyon — Knowledgeable guides discuss the flora, fauna, natural and cultural history of this awesome natural area on this exploration. Length of walk and interpretive topic will vary, depending on the group. Open to all ages; no pets please; group size limited to the first 12 people. Dress appropriately, sunscreen and hat recommended, and wear sturdy footwear appropriate for rough trails; bring a liter of water and a snack. Meet at the Visitors Center by the rainwater harvesting tower. Note new start time 8:00 am – Noon.; subject to cancellation.

 

Saturday, August 14 - Hike the Canyon

Unfamiliar with the trails at Government Canyon or just want to go hiking there with other people? Join the Friends of Government Canyon and the Sierra Club for a jointly-led guided hike on the Bluff Spurs Overlook Trails. The hike will be approximately 3.5 miles in length. Open to ages 13 and over; minors must be accompanied by an adult; group size limited to the first 12 people; no pets please. Dress appropriately and wear sturdy hiking shoes; bring two liters of water and a snack. Meet at the Visitors Center by the rainwater harvesting tower; Start time 8:00 am – Noon.; subject to cancellation.

 

Sunday, September 5 – Arachnids....and other night critters

Spend an evening with Our Lady of the Lake University's  Dr. Cary Guffey learning about some of our local Texas spiders, scorpions, and other night critters.  7pm-9pm. After Dr. Guffey and his staff show the group assorted spiders and other night creatures, he will take the group on a stroll to search for arachnids in the wild and where they live.  This class is for children, but parents are encouraged to attend. Children must be accompanied by an adult; no pets please.  Class size is limited to 40. Bring water, bug spray, a flashlight and dress appropriately for walking on trails and near grassy areas. Reservations are required and will be accepted beginning at noon August 6 and ending at noon September 3, 2010. To make your reservations email reservations@friendsofgc.org. Please include names of each participant, age if under 18, and email address and telephone #. Meet at the Pavilion; Natural Areas fees apply; subject to cancellation. 

 

 

Other Events:

Look for future programs which might include such topics as...

Beginner Mountain Biking / Camping Skills / Campfire Cooking / Backpacking / Compass and Orienteering / Ethnobotany / Butterflies / Woody Plants & Trees / Arachnids / Reptiles / Animal Signs



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