Wander Bear Gulch

Since 1978 the Southern Oregon Land Conservancy has been dedicated to the permanent protection of forests, working farms and ranches, rivers, streams and the beautiful natural setting of the Rogue River region.

Southern Oregon Land Conservancy

Meet our newest preserve located in the Colestin Valley and the Cascade-Siskiyou National
Monument!

Rite Aid: Carpool to Bear Gulch Preserve

2025 Hike Series

Join us for our 2025 Hike Series! There is no better way to see the value of conservation than by getting out onto the land. Each spring, our expert hike leaders and outdoor educators offer a series of nature outings open to members and the community.

DescriptionMeet our newest preserve located in the Colestin Valley and the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument! We will explore the oak woodlands, cliffs, scablands, and forests by car and on foot and see a unique community of vagrant lichens.Date and TimeSaturday, May 24, 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Meeting LocationRite Aid Parking Lot, 2341 Ashland Street, Ashland, OR 97520 (Carpool to Bear Gulch Preserve)FocusIntroduction to Bear Gulch, Wildflowers, LichensGuideKristi Mergenthaler, Botanist and Stewardship Director, Southern Oregon Land ConservancyHiker Limit15 HikersDifficultyModerate to Difficult, Low Speed, Hike Off-Trail, Uneven Terrain, Elevation Gain of 600 FeetVisitors will be walking on roads, jeep roads, and cross country for up to two miles. BathroomNonePet PolicyThis property is protected to conserve special habitats. Therefore, we kindly ask that you leave your pets at home. Certified Assistance Dogs that have been certified at a training facility by an Assistance Dogs International, Inc. will be the only dogs that are allowed.If you have any questions, please contact Paige Gerhard, Event and Volunteer Coordinator, at 541-482-3069 (Ext 107) or email events@landconserve.org. You can also visit our <a href="https://www.landconserve.org/hikes-and-tours" title="https://www.landconserve.org/hikes-and-tours" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">website</a>.

Our {communityGuidelinesLink} describe the sort of content we prohibit on Eventbrite. If you suspect an event may be in violation, you can report it to us so we can investigate.

To report other categories of prohibited or illegal content, submit {link}

Wander Bear Gulch

More events from Southern Oregon Land Conservancy

Discover more events from Southern Oregon Land Conservancy, from Travel & Outdoor to other experiences you might love.

Still looking for the right event?

Explore all events in Ashland and filter by date, category, and more to find the perfect fit.

Wander Bear Gulch

More events from Southern Oregon Land Conservancy

Discover more events from Southern Oregon Land Conservancy, from Travel & Outdoor to other experiences you might love.

You might also like...

Browse more events with different dates, prices, and formats to find your next great experience.

Still looking for the right event?

Explore all events in Ashland and filter by date, category, and more to find the perfect fit.