The Vina Plains Preserve offers two chances to explore the unusual invertebrates that inhabit the preserve’s rare vernal pools. The Vina Plains Preserve will have one event focused on the preserve’s rare vernal pools and a second event focused documenting biodiversity with iNaturalist. Walks will take place on Saturday March 28 and Saturday April 25 from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. The walk on March 28 will focus on vernal pool invertebrates; guests can walk from pool to pool at their own pace to see fairy shrimp and tadpole shrimp, along with a diverse array of wildflowers. The event on April 25 will be a guided group walk that focuses on documenting biodiversity in the western part of the preserve. The Vina Plains Preserve is located east of Vina on Highway 99E.

Youth under 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is no fee to participate. Advanced registration is required. Space is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

To complete your registration, please select a date below. For families or groups* attending together, only one person needs to complete this form. A follow-up email with directions and details will be sent out the week of the hike.

*Please only register the number of people you can confirm are able to attend.