June 2016 Update | North Fork American River Alliance


1) NFARA Outings 2) May 21 Hike to Green Valley 3) Final Shot
___________________________________________________________________________ NFARA Outings NFARA has decided to get more involved in conducting hikes and work parties. We have done several trail clean-up outings during each of the past few years. Insurance for volunteers on these trips was covered by the government agency (BLM, Forest Service). However, this limited when and where we would go. It was time to purchase insurance and create our own outings program. Liability insurance for this is fairly expensive, but the cost should be offset by attracting new members and additional donations. Our hope is that by exposing people to the wonderful resources the canyon offers and educating them about the threats and opportunities, we will strengthen their commitment to the North Fork. So far we have done one hike, in May, to Green Valley. Another hike, to the Loch Leven area, is scheduled for July 9. The outings program will evolve over time. We ultimately hope to do a dozen hikes and several clean-up trips a year. _________________________________________________________________ 2)May 21 Hike to Green Valley The hike to Green Valley on May 21 was a great success. NFARA board member Catherine O'Riley led a group of 13 down the Euchre Bar Trail to a trail that cuts over to Green Valley. The day started at Iron Point with fog rolling through the canyons. It was sublime. For the most part the weather was cool and dry. There were a couple of hail downpours which really enhanced the experience. Everything was lush and green with more flowers than ever along the trail. The thousands of ladybugs and the blooming azaleas in Green Valley were a special treat. Being able to have lunch by the river without getting cold was also nice. The hike back out presented no problems for the group and no one whined, at least not out loud. Board members Ron Gould and Rick Ramos (with wife Denise Pasetta) participated on the hike. They helped keep an eye on the group and had great knowledge and understanding of the history and current issues of the area. The only drawback was the thick poison oak and the hungry mosquitoes. Regardless, everyone said they enjoyed the hike. Photo by Denise Passeta 3) Final Shot
_______________________________________ Looking east across Salmon Lake _______________________________________

Updated 7/3/16

NFARA Outings