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Hike to the Center of the Sutter Buttes, January 17, 2010
Join an energetic climb to the center of the Sutter Butte volcano on Yuba Historical Society’s Ridge Walker Delight hike, Sunday, January 17. This six-hour excursion begins with a climb out of the Buttes’ largest canyon up to a 1500’ ridge where vistors will have lunch while gazing upon one of the longest views in California. On a clear day hikers can see Mt. Shasta to the north, Mt. Diablo to the south, Mt. Konocti on the western horizon, and the Chrystal Range ringing Lake Tahoe to the east. After lunch hikers trek westward atop a long ridge with stunning vistas all along the route. The hike includes instruction on the Sutter Buttes unique geology, biology and history, including stories of the Maidu and Wintun Indians who cherish the mountain as a sacred landform.
Cost is $35 for Yuba Historical Society members and $45 for non-members with discounts for children.
Membership prices start at $15.
To register, learn more about the hikes and get directions to the meeting site, phone 530-846-3024, email:
daniel@yubahistory.com or visit http://www.yubahistory.com
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