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Hiking the Redwoods in Northern California

Program No. 21404RJ
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At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Eureka, CA
Program Concludes
Eureka, CA
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
12 ( 5B, 3L, 4D )
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Explore the spectacular Redwood Coast of Northern California on hikes with naturalists and other experts along beautiful trails amid diverse environments all while learning about the natural and human history of this breathtaking region. Gaze up at giant cathedral trees, hear tales of timbering and marvel at the science behind the beauty of the Coastal Redwoods — the tallest trees in the world — and their limited range along the Northern California coast.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Hike the Avenue of the Giants to see much of the remaining ancient redwood forests.
  • Explore Old Town Eureka and see its murals.
  • Learn from a naturalist about the history of the Redwood National and State Park system, protecting half of all remaining old-growth coastal Redwood forest.
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Ken Burton
Ken Burton grew up in Mill Valley, California, and received a B.A. in biology and environmental studies from the University of California and an M.A. in biology from Indiana University. He got hooked on birds and birding during a year spent in Kenya as an undergraduate. He has worked for federal agencies, nonprofits, consulting firms, universities, and tribal government. He has written several books on birds, birding, and hiking and is only 10 families short of his goal of seeing all 254 bird families.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Please Note:
These experts may not be available for every date of the program
Liisa Ivary is an experienced hiker, athlete, professional actor, director, choreographer, voice artist, and teacher who has spent seven seasons in the Oregon Shakespeare Festival acting company. Liisa has been in the OSF education department since 2006, and has hiked all over California, Arizona, Colorado and Utah during acting seasons. She has also been a professional fitness instructor for 20 years. Liisa holds an MFA in acting from the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco and a B.A. in English literature from Santa Clara University.
Carolyn Singh now resides in Southern Oregon’s magnificent Rogue Valley after retiring from more than four decades as an academic librarian and instructor in three U.S. time zones and Fiji. She is thrilled to share the many wonders of this extraordinary region with Road Scholars. In the offseason, she is an avid hiker, gardener, food ways and literacy volunteer, and RYS certified yoga instructor.
After a long career in the technology, pharmaceutical, and hospitality industries, Barrie Simpson became a Road Scholar group leader. She was raised in New England; following high school, she made her way to Oregon, where she planted trees all over the West before going on to earn a degree in environmental engineering. Currently living in San Francisco, she is a historical group leader for SF City Guides, a waterbird docent on Alcatraz, and a long time member leader of the American Society of Quality (ASQ).
Natalie DaSilva is an Oregon Master Naturalist and Certified Interpretive Guide who enjoys nothing more than sharing her love for the natural and cultural history of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. After a long and rewarding career in health care, she is now focused on developing programs to inspire others to discover, experience, and protect these natural and cultural wonders. An avid hiker, Natalie spends much of her free time exploring the unique landscapes of Oregon and surrounding areas.
Elliott Dabill settled in Humboldt County in 1990 to teach high school biology, and has been leading groups in the area ever since. His training in biology, education, and nursing has reinforced lifelong learning and a love of being out in nature. Elliott has soaked up some of the local history like the old logging industry and lessons learned from them. Elliott has two grown children in the area and lots of projects like planting natives, woodworking, reading, and walking an aging boxer.
Ken Burton grew up in Mill Valley, California, and received a B.A. in biology and environmental studies from the University of California and an M.A. in biology from Indiana University. He got hooked on birds and birding during a year spent in Kenya as an undergraduate. He has worked for federal agencies, nonprofits, consulting firms, universities, and tribal government. He has written several books on birds, birding, and hiking and is only 10 families short of his goal of seeing all 254 bird families.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Hiking up to 5 miles per day over varied terrain including paved paths and maintained, sometimes rocky, dirt trails. Standing between 2.5 to 4.5 hours per day. Program will require approximately 17 miles of hiking over 4 days. Elevation changes up to 440 feet on some trails. Due to pacing and terrain, this program is not suitable for wheelchairs or scooters. Must be physically capable of participating in all planned program activities.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
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Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.

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Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

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Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

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  • Peace of Mind

    We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

    An illustration of a hand using a pen to check off the final item on a clipboard checklist
  • Assurance Plan

    Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.

    An illustration of an elderly man sitting at a computer with a pair of binoculars beside him
  • Want to Protect Your Investment?

    Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

    An illustration of an elderly woman holding a piggy bank, with the Eiffel Tower in the background
  • Sustainable Travel

    We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

    An illustration of a hand holding a globe with a small bird flying around it
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