Guided Hike: Sounds of Silence

A new form of communicating with nature without the communication! A silent hike for the nature lovers who desire to journal, photograph, or meditate along the trail. Our guides will lead through the trail but not interpret (describe) the usual talking points. After the starting point and presenting the safety and preserve features, you will be lead to resting points that allow you to enjoy the peace of scenic overviews, shady switch-back trails, and complete the hike at a glade. Bring a LIGHT folding chair that is easy and fast to carry, water and a snack, your journal, camera, book, and a sense of repose. Please respect the theme of quiet observation during this hike. For ages 12 and up. All youth must be under parental supervision at all times and participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Considerations:
Portions of the hike will occur off-trail. Therefore, participants must wear a long-sleeved shirt, long pants, and closed-toe hiking-appropriate shoes for protection. Sun protection such as sunscreen and hats are strongly recommended. Participants must bring drinking water. No drinking water will be provided. Volunteer guides have the authority to deny participation due to basic unpreparedness.

Please note a portable bathroom facility will be available on site, but sinks and running water will not. Smoking, pets, and collecting of plant materials are not permitted. Plan on staying for the entire hike as guides will not able to divide the group to lead anyone out early.

This event is free. Please register at http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/water/wildland/onlineregistration/ecowebevents.cfm.