July 16, 2023

Latino Conservation Week kick-off at Humboldt Redwoods State park

Event Description:

California State Park’s would like to formally invite you to join us at Humboldt Redwoods State Park in Celebration Latino Conservation Week (LCW)

What is LCW? Latino Conservation Week: Disfrutando y Conservando Nuestra Tierra is an initiative of the Hispanic Access Foundation. This week is about providing an opportunity for Latinos to come together and to demonstrate their passion for the outdoors -- both its enjoyment and preservation. 

And we are kicking things off on Sunday July 16th from 12-2pm. Join bilingual Spanish speaking interpreters on a FREE Nature Walk from 12-1pm at Gould Loop Trail (.6 miles) and a fun game of Loteria at the Burlington Campfire Center to follow!  Fun for all ages.

You won't want to miss out on this rare opportunity to bring your familia to the park and learn about these amazing ancient trees and forests en Español!

 

Event Details

Date & Time- Sunday July 16th  12pm-2pm

Where- Burlington Campfire Center/ Visitor Center- 17119 Avenue of the Giants, Weott, CA 95571

Directions- The Visitor Center is on the Avenue of the Giants, about 2 miles South of Weott, US 101 Exit 661.

Other Reminders

Weather- The weather is predicted to be warm  (~75-80 F) around this time of year, so we recommend you pack and dress accordingly : bring a water bottle,  hat/ sunscreen, comfortable shoes and clothes.

Eel River- This is a great opportunity to take your family to the river, before or after the event. Plan and pack accordingly. You can ask for more information on how to access the river at the event and/ or at the visitor center.

Food - this event will NOT include any food, consider this when preparing for your trip. There are a few restaurants/ markets along the avenue that you can go to before or after the event.

 

  • The Avenue Cafe- 6743 Avenue of the Giants, Miranda, CA 95553 (restaurant)
  • Chimney Tree Grill-  1111 Avenue of the Giants, Phillipsville, CA 95559 (restaurant)
  • The Miranda Market- 6685 Avenue of the Giants, Miranda, CA 95553
  • Redwood Market and Deli- 12880 Avenue of the Giants, Myers Flat, CA 95554
  • Sips Organic Coffee and more- 6771 CA-254, Miranda, CA 95553 (closes at 2pm)

 



Event Hosts:
California State Parks

Date & time:
July 16, 2023
12 PM  -  2 PM

Location:
Humboldt Redwoods State park Visitor Center
17119 Avenue of the Giants
Weott, CA, 95571

Open to the Public:
Yes

Cost:
FREE

Questions: For Questions about this event, please contact Erika Granadino with California State Parks at 7072966207 or erika.granadino@parks.ca.



LCW is an Initiative of:



Latino Conservation Week is a collection of events from variety of organizations. Hispanic Access Foundation is only directly responsible for events in which it is listed as a sponsor.