Pomo Canyon Red Hill | 6 miles

\\ Hike Leader - Kim H \\
Please be in good enough shape to hike at a moderate/fast steady pace (+/-2.5 mph) and comfortable with elevation changes.

Distance: +/- 6 miles
This hike has so much to love: Expansive views of the ocean, walking under majestic redwoods, panoramic vistas of the Willow Creek Valley and Russian River, paths lined with ferns and native foliage, foot bridges and running creeks.

The hike:
The hike starts on the other side of Hwy 1. We’ll start with a climb up the graveled fire road, turning off on the Red Hill Trail that will take us to the top of Red Hill. After taking time to enjoy the view, we’ll wander down until we turn right on the Pomo Canyon Trail heading to Pomo Canyon Campground. After a short break, we’ll head back on the Pomo Canyon Trail with a glimpse of the Russian River before we meet up with the fire road that takes us back to the parking lot.

Restroom: At Trailhead and Campground

Parking: Kortum Trail Parking Lot - Plenty of free parking

Where to meet: Kortum Trail Parking Lot at Shell Beach, Bodega Bay, CA

Please be on time. We’ll start promptly at the start time listed. Give yourself a little extra time to arrive and get situated so that you’re part of the opening circle as this is an essential part of our time together.

What to bring: Snack, water, hat, good hiking shoes, a joyful spirit and laughter. Please dress appropriately for the weather that day. Layers of clothing are always advisable.
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Reminders:
Mindful hikes are intended to be a way to connect more fully with ourselves, each other and with the land. There will be two periods of silent walking throughout the hike to allow the senses to be fully alive and felt. There will also be time during the hike to visit and connect with each other. These times of talking and connecting are an invitation to bring mindfulness to the present moment. It's a time to put away the cell phone and cameras to disengage from technology to be fully present with each other, our senses and the land we are inhabiting.

If you're on the waitlist for the hike and want to attend please message Vickie a few days before the scheduled hike. Most hikes have people drop off at the last minute and it's possible there is an opening.

Dāna
In the spirit of the Buddhist tradition mindful hikes are offered as a dāna based event. Rick Hansen says “generosity is a beautiful practice that opens and gladdens the heart, relaxes the contraction of ‘self’ and ripples out into the world to touch many people.” The dāna practice is heart centered and in the spirit of generosity. Venmo or cash is graciously accepted. Venmo account is: @Kim-Hansen-15; last four digits 6871 of the phone if asked.

No-Show Policy: Please cancel at least 24 hours before the start of the hike. Be mindful that there may be a waitlist. If your plans change and you're not coming, opening up a spot 4-5 days before the hike it's more likely someone will be able to attend than if you cancel at the last minute. You're considered a no-show if you cancel at the last minute. Members with 2 no-shows will be removed from the group.