Celebrate the Summer Solstice and the longest day of the year through the Japanese practice of forest bathing.  Slow down, de-stress and immerse yourself in nature in a new way on this mindful wander through Alderfer/Three Sisters Open Space.

On this guided walk, participants will be offered a series of invitations to open up their senses and better connect with the natural world.  The walk ends with a tea ceremony and light snacks.  Led by Jaime Kopke, Certified Forest Therapy Guide.

Description:

Near the heart of Evergreen, Alderfer/Three Sisters Park abounds with stunning vistas, landmark rock formations, beautiful old stands of ponderosa pine and the most trails per acre of any foothills park—nearly 15 miles on 770 acres.

Once a working ranch for cattle, horses and foxes, Alderfer/Three Sisters is now a park that offers a variety of experiences, from hikes across rolling terrain to challenging rides to the top of Evergreen Mountain. Climbers enjoy bouldering on rock formations near the south trailhead. Pads are encouraged. Fixed protection is not permitted.

“The Three Sisters” and “The Brother” are the landmarks of the terrain. Meadows burst with wildflowers in late spring and early summer. Bird life includes turkey vultures, Cooper’s hawks, red-shafted flickers, Steller’s jays, ravens and mountain bluebirds.

Getting There

East Trailhead: Turn west on Buffalo Park Road from County Highway 73, just south of downtown Evergreen, and travel approximately one mile. You can also reach this trailhead by foot or bike from the Dedisse Trail, originating at the Evergreen Lakehouse.

This is the first of the two trailheads for the park.  It is the smaller lot in wooded surroundings (not the open meadow).

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