Join us for a book club chat and naturalist-led hike! October’s book is “Wild” by Cheryl Strayed. Meet at the Visitor Center.

This is for everyone intimidated by hiking. Strayed’s divorce, brush with heroin, and mother’s sudden death lead to a quarter life crisis before such buzzwords existed. Gathering meager savings from her time as a waitress and selling most of her possessions, she endeavored to hike the Pacific Crest Trail by herself. Strayed superbly juxtaposes her cringeworthy blunders against the majesty of the high sierras. She is so utterly vulnerable and honest it feels like you’re talking to a close friend. It may not make you want to hike 2,000 miles by yourself, but it will encourage you to take the first step to get to the bottom of yourself.

Free | Ages: 15+, under 18 w/adult

2025 Nature Book Club Schedule: 1-3 pm
A Walk in the Woods: Jan 26
The Nature Fix: Feb 23
The Star in the Sycamore: March 30
Saving Snakes: April 27
Wild: Oct 26
BirdGirl: Nov 23