Organizer
Tarita Tennison
Phone
707-365-4227I have years of hiking and backpacking experience and am most comfortable in the outdoors. With years of guiding experience, through MeetUp Groups, UC Davis Outdoor Adventures, and personal guiding, my passion is in helping others "stretch" themselves by experiencing things they might not otherwise experience. Through these organized events, my goal is to provide a safe environment for ladies of all experience levels to learn new things and grow. I meet each participant where they are at and believe we all have a unique badassery waiting to be discovered. My communication line is open and I look forward to sharing outdoor adventures with each of you. Let's journey together ~ Tarita
Women Supporting Women Walk and Talk 1
This is Event 1 in the ongoing Walk and Talk Series ~ See details below
The cost is $5 per each Walk and Talk event (day) or you may opt to purchase a rewards card where you will receive 10 events for $40.
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Women Supporting Women Walk and Talks will provide an opportunity for us to gather, walk, and encourage one another. We will build a safe place to develop a strong community while enjoying all Mother Nature has to offer at Lagoon Valley. You work hard, and at the end of the day you deserve time for yourself. You are important…. You are worthy….. You are enough! Use this as an opportunity to grow your network and discover your own forward momentum. Ladies, whether you are an experienced hiker or new to the concept, this is the group for you. Let’s spend some time together walking and talking.
The Women Supporting Women Walk and Talk series will encompass something for everyone. Although they may be posted as separate back to back events, they are essentially one with different starting locations and distances to give everyone an opportunity to join. Please do not think you CAN’T do this….. If you are at a place where you feel like you are unable to physically complete any of these routes, reach out to me through the contact form and I can assist you in finding your own forward momentum. Although I now have thousands of miles under my feet, I started at zero just like many of you. It has not always been easy, and at times it was downright hard. There is no shame in that….. Empowerment comes with growth!
Life is about forward progress, one step at a time…. It doesn’t happen all at once and this is the perfect environment in which to grow. Come on ladies……. Let’s do this!
If completing back to back events, You only need to sign up and pay for the event you intend to start with, not for each event separately.
Below you will find the details of the three different routes/events associated with the Walk and Talk series.
Event 1: Starts at the End of Butcher Road, Vacaville. https://goo.gl/maps/FyehLn8EDWAP4bYY6. There is no parking fee. This is a 1 mile flat and paved walking trail. With views of the creek, Redwood grove, and surrounding hills, it is a relaxing walk to the main parking lot, near the lagoon, where we will join event 2. If you don’t feel you can continue on with the lagoon loop (Event 2) you may return back to your car from here for a two mile walk. For beginners, if this feels like too much, you can return to your car after any distance to help build stamina and momentum. We welcome you for any portion.
Event 2: Starts at the Lagoon Parking Lot. https://goo.gl/maps/cK5Lree2hTUaVSDh8. There is a $5 parking fee for this lot. This is a flat 1.75 mile loop on mostly dirt trails. Going around the backside of the lagoon, you will be blessed with unique views of the lagoon and the wildlife that calls this home. Note: This trail can get muddy after rain, so wear appropriate footwear. If you started at Butcher Road, you will have completed 3.75 miles upon your return to the car.
Event 3: Starts at the Lagoon Parking Lot. https://goo.gl/maps/cK5Lree2hTUaVSDh8. There is a $5 daily parking fee for this lot. From here, we will follow the gravel fire road up to the main tower enjoying amazing views of the surrounding hillsides and lagoon below. This route is 3.2 miles, round trip, with about 600 feet of elevation gain. It is a great up hill workout. If you are not at a place where you can walk all the way to the tower, no worries….. walk as far as you can. Wait ,while enjoying the scenery, and catch the rest of the group on the way down, or return back on your own.
Please bring water, particularly on warm evenings. I do have rental equipment available if you feel you may benefit from the support of hiking poles ($3 each or $5 for the pair) and hydration day packs ($5). If interested, reach out to me via the contact form and we can make arrangements.
Dogs are allowed in the park, if leashed. Feel free to bring your furry companion provided they play well with others as they may not be the only dogs present.