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Intertidal Zone Beach Walk
February 23 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Join Faylla Chapman, Sally Krenn, and Sharon Iranpour for a visit to the intertidal zone during low tide to learn about the multitude of algae species that inhibit the rocky shores in San Luis Obispo County. This afternoon of beach walking and bird watching will occur at China Cove in Estero Bluffs State Park, Cayucos, CA. We will view any plants of interest as we walk across the bluff trail and then go down to the beach where we will see the rocky intertidal and beach wrack before strolling up the beach to observe birds and other things of interest. Villa Creek flows into the sea at the northern-most point of this area.
Meet at the Villa Creek turnout (35.458567, -120.961201). Going north on Highway 1 from Cayucos, this is the sixth parking lot on the left after Highway 1 becomes two lanes, and is the last turnout before Highway 1 turns north towards Harmony.
Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, hat, sturdy shoes that can get wet, binoculars, and dress in layers for changing weather. There are no bathroom facilities along the hike route. Rain or threat of rain cancel or postpone this trip.
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