Van Norden Meadow History and Ecology Tour

Van Norden Meadow History and Ecology Tour with John Cobourn
Saturday September 4th, 2010 8:30 am – 3pm
Considered by some to be the largest of its kind north of Tuolumne Meadows in Yosemite National Park, Van Norden Meadow stands as Donner Summit’s premier natural icon. A vital component of both the South Yuba River watershed--and the greater ecology of Donner Summit--Van Norden Meadow is a place of long geologic and cultural history. For eons Summit Valley, as it was originally known, was a
sprawling montane meadow of epic proportions. Its size and elevation made it then--and still today--a unique place in the Sierra Nevada. For centuries, native people inhabited the meadow during summer months and it served as a route over the Sierra for Indians and future Anglo settlers alike. Join us on this very special occasion and experience for yourself the delicate beauty of Van Norden Meadow. An optional catered lunch at Sugar Bowl Resort will complete this perfect day.
Cost: $12 member/$17 non-members
Level: Easy to moderate