Join Certified Herbalist, Lake McCullough, for a fun and educational ramble through the forest, as we identify edible and medicinal native plants. The walks are free of charge! Weminuche Audubon Society is proud to partner with Lake in offering these walks. In order to handle increased popularity and demand for information about our local ecosystems, we will be conducting two back-to-back plant walks at each location. There is a 15-person maximum on each walk. Please call ahead to schedule!

 The July walk will explore native plant diversity on the Piedra River Trail

First Tour: 9:30 to 11:30

Second Tour: 11:45 to 1:45

Peak wildflower season at one of Pagosa’s most popular and scenic hikes! Meet at the Piedra River Trailhead. From Highway 160, take County Road 600 (Forest Service Road 631) 14.5 miles north to the bridge over the Piedra River. Continue on for another 300 yards, then take a left into the parking area. Walk is about 2 miles roundtrip. Please be prepared for rocky trails and unpredictable weather, and leave dogs at home.

Advance registration is required and these popular tours book quickly.  Please call Lake at 970-398-0923 to reserve your space or see her at her business, Earthsense Herbals, at 144 Pagosa St.  Shop here for natural remedies, jewelry and fantastic artwork.