EL CERRITO’s 12th Annual HILLSIDE FESTIVAL ON MAY 2–3 is back with
a mix of old favorites and brand new hikes and events. More than a
dozen events will entertain and educate both young and old about the
plants, animals, geology and history of EL CERRITO’s 100-acre
natural wonderland, the HILLSIDE NATURAL AREA.Visit
www.ectrailtrekkers.org/hillside-festival.html for the full schedule.
Events start from trailheads throughout the Hillside and touch on
native flora and fauna, insects, geology, fire safety, and habitat
restoration. Our leaders are experts in their fields.
Some events are especially for young people – including the
ever-popular Nature Scavenger Hunt (photos only; no collecting!) and
Insect Exploration. Haiku by our haiku contest winners will be read
during a Haiku Hike and displayed throughout the hillside. We’ll end
the festival with snacks and bluegrass music by El Cerrito-based Fresh
Picked band. All events are free!
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