www.scparks.com • 13 INTERPRETIVE & OUTDOOR EDUCATION PROGRAMS Within These Walls: Ranch House Tour Join Park Docent Richard James on a tour of the Ranch house. Learn about its history from the Watermelon King to Sun-Kissed Ranch, Sunset Magazine, and beyond. This informative tour will give you the opportunity to find out about four of the families who made the ranch their business, home, and haven. Location: Quail Hollow Ranch Ages: 16+ Su 12/1 1-3pm Free Su 1/19 1-3pm Free Su 3/23 1-3pm Free Su 6/1 1-3pm Free Reptile & Amphibian Walk Join Park Docent James Maughn for a saunter along park trails in search of herps: reptiles and amphibians, that is. Peruse the pond and muse over the meadow as we learn about the favorite hang-outs and resting places of these fascinating animals. Open to ages 6 & up; an adult must accompany ages 12 & under. Space is limited for this free activity. Location: Quail Hollow Ranch Ages 6+ Su 12/15 10am-12pm Free Su 1/26 10am-12pm Free Su 3/23 10am-12pm Free Introduction to Birding Learn the basics of bird identification through sight and sound, using books, some technology and our best guesses! Bring your own binoculars and bird guides if you have them. Wear layers and close-toed shoes. Participants should be able to walk or hike for up to 2 hours. Smartphone app Merlin Bird ID suggested but not required. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. A class may be postponed or cancelled due to inclement weather. Ages: 18+ W 8:30-10:30am Free 2/5: Simpkins Family Swim Center 2/12: Anna Jean Cummings County Park 2/19: Pinto Lake County Park Beginning Birding Join Park Docent Jim Maughn for a leisurely hike through Quail Hollow Ranch County Park in search of our fine, feathered friends. Previous birding experience not required; open to anyone interested in birds and their antics. Wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes. Bring binoculars and a field guide (if you have them), and some drinking water. Location: Quail Hollow Ranch Ages: 12+ Su 3/2/25 8-10am Free For additional information, please contact the Program Coordinator via email at [email protected] or call (831) 454-7901.
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