We invite you and your family to our Open Trail Saturday events (dogs on leash welcome!) where you can join a guided 3-mile hike to the San Joaquin River and explore the local riparian ecosystem with staff. These days are designed to elevate your weekend; encouraging physical activity amidst nature’s beauty. Foster new friendships, learn new skills, and enjoy a rejuvenating experience in the great outdoors.
August 24, 2024: Scavenger Hunt and Forager’s Art
10:00am – 1:00pm
Make your own natural pigments and dyes!
September 21, 2024: Coastal Cleanup Day
10:00am – 1:00pm
California's largest annual volunteer event. Pitch in to clean up the San Joaquin River. Time to relax at the beach, too!
February 22, 2025: Foraging Medicinal Plants
10:00am – 1:00pm
Harvest nettles, mugwort, and more! Discover unique medicinal properties with a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) demo & tastings!
April 26, 2025: DIY Seed Bursts
10:00am – 1:00pm
April showers bring May flowers. Befriend the pollinators and craft a seed burst!
May 17, 2025: Survival Skills
10:00am – 1:00pm
Construct a shelter, design a water filter, learn mapping skills and cardinal directions – build your own compass!
What to expect at Open Trail Days:
- All skill levels guided hike
- Time in nature
- Canine companions
- BYO picnic lunch
- Recharge & connect
- Free event
Durham Ferry Outdoor Education Center
29442 Airport Way
Manteca, CA 95337
Check out our registration link in the attached flyer!