Queerness in Nature: A LGBTQIA+ Hike with Branching Out Adventures

Save Mount Diablo and Branching Out Adventures are partnering up to invite all members of the LGBTQIA+ community on this queer themed hike! Allies are welcome to attend with their LGBTQIA+ community members. Check out Branching Out Adventures’ website for more information about the organization and their other upcoming events: Branching Out Adventures.

Queerness is everywhere in our natural world. Join us on a nature walk in Mitchell Canyon to learn about the queer plants and animals found on Mount Diablo. We’ll also be on the lookout for the gentle giants of Mount Diablo, the North American tarantulas, and another one of Mount Diablo’s arachnids – scorpions!

Be sure to bring plenty of water and a snack, and dress in layers. Sturdy shoes or hiking boots are recommended. Heavy rain cancels. Restrooms are available at the parking lot.

***There will be a $6 park entrance fee (exact cash required)

Participant Limit: 20 people

Land: Mount Diablo State Park

Rating: Easy

Distance: 2 miles

Elevation change: 300 feet

Leader: Kendra Smith (she/her), Save Mount Diablo’s Education & Outreach Coordinator and Tyler Feld (he/him), Branching Out Adventures Founder

Meet: Mitchell Canyon Interpretive Center parking area, 96 Mitchell Canyon Rd, Clayton, CA 94517

GPS Coordinates: 37.921228898460264, -121.94085040449127

Directions: From I-680, head east on Ygnacio Valley Road for 7.5 miles, then turn right on Clayton Road. Continue on Clayton Road, take a right on Mitchell Canyon Road, and follow it to the end.

(Photo by Scott Hein)

FAQs

Are dogs allowed on Discover Diablo hikes?

No. Some Discover Diablo hikes take place on land owned by other organizations (such as Mount Diablo State Park & East Bay Regional Park lands) and many of the trails on these properties have a strict no-dog policy.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Anyone under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No. On the hike day, we will have a roster with your registration information on it. Please make sure to check in with the hike leader.

Can I update my registration information?

Yes. If you would like to change anything, please reach out to ZGlzY292ZXJkaWFibG8gfCBzYXZlbW91bnRkaWFibG8gISBvcmc=.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

You can contact us at ZGlzY292ZXJkaWFibG8gfCBzYXZlbW91bnRkaWFibG8gISBvcmc=.

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