Docent Walks
Explore the Ranch with Guided Walks!
Friends of the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve (FFRP) sponsors free monthly guided walks to help visitors experience the beauty and natural diversity of the Ranch.
Forest Loop & Bluff Trail Walks
Led by experienced docents, these walks provide a closer look at the rich ecosystems of plants and animals that call the Ranch home.
Special Interest Walks
In addition to the Forest Loop and Bluff Trail walks, our docents offer seasonal and migratory-themed walks throughout the year. Topics include:
- Geology – Learn about the forces that shaped the land.
- Bird Watching – Discover the many species that visit the Ranch.
- Butterflies – Spot and identify these colorful pollinators.
- Wildflowers – Explore the stunning seasonal blooms.
- Native Cultures – Gain insight into the historical significance of the land.
Join us for a walk and experience the wonders of the Ranch in a whole new way!
Docent walks begin at one of the designated trail entrances listed above. Street parking is available near each entrance, but please be mindful of our neighbors—avoid blocking driveways or mailboxes.
Come explore the beauty of Fiscalini Ranch Preserve with our expert guides and learn more about the plants, wildlife, and history that make this place so special!
Docent & Single Topic Walks
Often winter is the most beautiful time of the year on the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve, with the greenery and budding wildflowers contrasting with the ocean blue. Come join us to learn about the flora & fauna on the Fiscalini Ranch Bluff from a knowledgeable naturalist!
more infoA rare opportunity to learn about mushrooms in the Fiscalini Ranch Forest from three mycologists from the Calfiornia Native Plant Society! Registration will be available on 12/27 through CNPS - check back here for more info at that time.
more infoOur docent says that Mother Nature is all about "love" - come experience the caress of the -breeze, the fresh vibrant smells of the forest, and the peace of mind that comes with being out in nature!
more infoIn response to many requests - birders, this walk is for you. We are lucky to have a very knowleagable birder lead a walk from the forest to the bluff!
more infoJoin a geology professor emiritus for an enlightening talk about the geologic history of our unique topography on the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve!
more infoDiscover life forms that live in darkness and the life forms that lives in sunlight. - which critters enjoy the dark and which critters embrace the light? Find out on this stroll through the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve forest!
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