Exploring Baker Canyon: Navigating in the Wilderness

Interpretive
Exploring Baker Canyon: Navigating in the Wilderness

Have you ever felt lost out on the trail? Come join us on a 3 mile interpretive hike through beautiful Baker Canyon as we learn the basics of reading and interpreting different maps and using compasses. Please come prepared with plenty (50 oz) of water, closed-toe shoes, and a sturdy day pack with anything you might need on the trail including a compass.

Reviewing the 1-through-5 Difficulty Ratings will help you evaluate your readiness to participate in this level-3 activity on the land.

Please note that you will be asked to adhere to the following protective measures during the activity in order to participate:

  • Each individual adult must bring with them a signed liability waiver. Minors may be added to the waiver of their respective parent or legal guardian. The form will not be available on site.
  • The waiver can be accessed and downloaded for print at home use here:  IRC Liability Waiver 2020.05
  • Be registered in advance, no walk-up registration is permitted.
  • Arrive with all necessary equipment to keep you safe on the trail, including water, proper attire, and closed-toe footwear, first aid, health needs etc.
  • Restrooms will be available, but facilities will not be sanitized for each individual.
  • You may be prevented from participating if you do not adhere to the above protocols.

Additionally, in an effort to respect and protect all employees, volunteers, and participants, please do not sign up or attend if you are not feeling well, exhibiting any symptoms of illness or have been in recent contact with someone who was ill.

To learn more about the staging areas and activity locations, please visit our Staging Areas Playlist page.

Activity Details Led by IRC

Date:
Saturday, January 22, 2022
Time:
8:00 am - 11:00 am
Duration (hours:minutes):
3:00
Type:
Interpretive
Organization:
OC Parks
Area:
Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park
Staging Area:
Baker
Difficulty:
3
Distance:
3 miles
Elevation Change:
600 feet
Minimum Age:
12
Spaces Left:
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