Want to wander through the beautiful Texas Hill Country, but unsure of how to begin? Interested in hiking through nature but have only trekked sidewalks and H-E-B aisles? Looking for a Chupacabra? This event is for YOU!
Absolutely ZERO experience required – in fact encouraged! Learn the basics of how to prepare and what to expect, but most importantly you will enjoy a short and easy hike (1.5 miles, flat gravel trail, mostly shaded). Hike guides will identify native plants, search for animals like armadillo and endangered birds, and discuss 10,000+ years of human inhabitation right here in Bexar County. After the hike will be a presentation with a Q&A session should you want to learn even more.
Who is Invited
Open to women ages 12 and older; minors must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. No pets please.
Registration, Fees, Day Pass & Cancellation
Registration is required for this hike and limited to the first 13 women that register. Registration opens on Saturday, two weeks prior to the event, and closes at noon, the Thursday before the event. Though the hike is free, entrance fees to the Natural Area apply.
Plan to arrive early as Saturday mornings can be very busy! To save time at the Fee Booth on crowded days and ensure entrance, please pre-purchase and PRINT OUT a Day Pass . SPECIAL NOTE: Reserving a Day Pass is NOT the same as making a program reservation.
This hike is subject to cancellation. Check trail conditions by going to the GCSNA twitter feed or the Government Canyon State Natural Area Facebook page.
When & Where to Meet
Arrive no later than 9:45AM. Meet at the Visitors Center near the rainwater harvesting tower. The Natural Area front gates open at 7:00AM; plan to be at the Visitor Center and ready to go no later than 9:45AM. The hike starts promptly at 10:00AM.
What to Wear & Bring
Dress for the weather; wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes (hiking boots or sneakers – please no sandals or flip-flops), bring sun protection and at least 1 liter of water per person.
Details
Participants should be able to hike 1.5 miles along a mostly shaded, flat gravel trail.