Nature to a saint is sacramental. If we are children of God, we have a tremendous treasure in Nature. In every wind that blows, in every night and day of the year, in every sign of the sky, in every blessing and in every withering of the earth, there is a real coming of God to us if we will simply use our starved imaginations to realize it. - Oswald Chambers
2010 Schedule
Whether you are looking for a family outing, a physical challenge, or a chance to meet some very nice people, come hike, pedal, or paddle with us. Saturday, April 24 Men's Breakfast Parkside Church Come for a great breakfast and get the details about this year's Peak activities. We will share some great stories and pictures from seven years of adventures. Saturday, May 15 Day Hike Placer County Big Trees Grove The Placer County Big Trees Grove is Forty-one miles from Interstate 80. The drive beyond Foresthill is worth the trip, but seeing the giant redwoods is even better. This is a very easy trail, perfect for kids. The trail is marked so we can follow the interpretive guide brochure. There is a total of 1.8 miles of trail in the park, so no one should get too tired. We will eat lunch before returning. We will meet at the church at 9:00 am. Bring water and a snack. We will return by 2:00 pm. Monday, May 31 Bike Ride American River Bike Trail We will start at the Nimbus Fish Hatchery and ride north along the paved American River Bike Trail. We will go as far as Old Town Folsom where we can explore and grab some lunch before heading back. Meet at the church at 10:00 am. Saturday, June 12 Bike Ride Pt. Reyes National Seashore Let’s head for the Bay Area where the bike trail choices are endless. We will start with the Bear Valley Trail to Arch Rock in Pt. Reyes National Seashore. It’s 3.2 miles of riding, then walk a mile to Arch Rock for lunch and a great view of Drake’s Bay. We will be reluctant to turn around and head back. In the afternoon we will drive over to Samuel P. Taylor SP for a ride through the redwoods before heading home. This ride is OK for just about anyone on fat tires. Meet at the church at 7 am for an early start. Wed.-Sun., July 7-11 Backpack Trinity Alps Wilderness This summer’s “mother of all trips” will be to the Trinity Alps Wilderness Area north of Weaverville. George Atteberry’s long time camping buddy, John Tieteman, will lead us in this beautiful wilderness area. Fri.-Sun., July 16-18 Family Campout Rollins Lake Bring the family for a weekend of car camping at Rollins Lake. We will reserve a group camp site with room for plenty. Bring your own gear and food, but plan to share songs around the campfire and fellowship with your friends. Need to borrow some equipment? Just let us know. Plan for great hiking, fishing, swimming, boating, or just snoozing. Sat., July 31 Kayaking Lake Natoma Have you ever wanted to try kayaking? Here’s your chance. We will meet at the church at 9 am, then head for the CSUS Aquatics Center on Hazel Ave. There we can rent kayaks and explore Lake Natoma. There is a picnic area for lunch. Don’t forget the sunscreen. Fri.-Sun., Aug. 6-8 Camping Lassen Volcanic National Park We will set up camp and then explore Lassen Volcanic National Park’s mud pots, boiling pools, and steaming vents before hiking up Lassen Peak. Sign up early for this one so we are sure to have enough camping space. Sat., Aug. 28 Kayaking Sugar Pine Reservoir When: 9:00 am Where: Renting a kayak? Meet at Sierra Outdoor Center 440 Lincoln Way, Auburn sierraoutdoorcenter.com 530 885 1844 Got your own? Meet at Sugar Pine Reservoir at 10:00 am Use the boat launch access. Rental Tips: Call Sierra Outdoor Center early in the week to reserve a kayak. 1 person sit on top $39 2 person sit on top $49 Hours are M-F 10-6, Sat 9-6 You can pick up a Saturday rental after 3 pm on Friday at no extra charge. Rentals include life vest & paddle. No room to haul it? Try a 1 or 2 person inflatable kayak. Same price. Date Change!! Bike Ride TBA We don't want to miss Family Sunday so we will postpone this ride to October. Check back for the exact date and location. Bring your bike to church. Be ready to roll after Sunday School. We’ll hit the trail and stop for lunch along the way. Location TBA. Fri.-Sun., Sept. 10-12 Backpack Loch Leven Lakes An hour up I 80, this trip to Loch Leven Lakes begins at the Big Bend Ranger Station near Rainbow Lodge. The trail leads across the railroad tracks and quickly begins switchbacks that lead up two miles to the first lake. We will head for the most scenic lake of all, High Loch Leven, another 1.5 miles (for a total of 3.5) where we find a boulder and conifer lined lake with an island just calling us to swim out and sunbathe. |
