Guided Family Hike with Washington Trails Association
WTA is excited to host this series of interactive, educational guided hikes for families with children. Each hike includes fun trail activities that youth and adults alike will enjoy. Explore and experience the natural world, with kids setting the pace.
Red Town and Coal Creek Loop Trail at Cougar Mountain- A look to the past
When: Saturday, May 24, meet at the trailhead at 10am
Location: Off I-90 near Issaquah
Details: 3 miles round trip, minimal elevation gain
Why go: Join WTA as we explore and learn more about the Seattle area local heritage. This hike will take you and your family on an adventure back in time as you walk through a historic coal mining area. Together we’ll follow the trails through the forest looking for evidence of the past. You will want to keep your eyes open for replica coal cars, old mine shafts and photos of how the area looked in the 1870’s.
Sign-up for this hike at www.wta.org.
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Details
- Start: 10:00 AM, May 24 2008
- End: 3:00 PM, May 24 2008
- Who Should Attend:The Families Go Hiking Series designed for families that are new to hiking.
- Cost:FREE
- Equipment To Bring:Bring whatever you and your family will need for a day on trail. The Ten Essentials include a topographic map, compass, extra food, extra clothing, firestarter, matches, sun protection, a pocket knife, first-aid kit, and flashlight. Suggested Map: Green Trails No. 203S Cougar Mountain
- Registration: Registration is required.
- Web Site: http://www.wta.org
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