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SUMMARY:Ventura Settling Ponds\, Visitor Center and Harbor Cove Café
DESCRIPTION:Let’s head to Ventura for cooler weather and a walk around the Ventura Settling Ponds\, a beach walk to the Robert J. Lagomarsino Visitor Center\, the Mermaid Playing Lute statue\, and a late lunch/early dinner at the Harbor Cove Café. \nThe Hike\nThis is 4-mile hike/walk/beach walk with an elevation gain of a whopping 50′. \nPark at the Dolphin Parking lot and meet me at the trailhead of the Ventura Settling Ponds at 1:00pm (see directions below). We will start promptly at 1:10pm. \nLet’s finish the day with a late lunch at the Harbor Cove Café. \nOverview\nThe Ventura Settling Ponds (named Snoopy\, Lucy and Bone) are man-made beds used to collect water discharged from the wastewater treatment plant. Up to 243 bird species have been recorded such as the Yellow-crowned Night Heron\, pelicans\, and cormorants. \nAt the Visitor Center we will learn about the wildlife and history of the Channel Islands. It features a lookout tower\, native plant garden\, display of marine aquatic life\, tidepool\, and other exhibits. \nThe Mermaid of Soter Point sculpture\, and its sister\, that sit at the mouth of the Ventura Harbor\, were donated by Russian emigrants Alec and Tatyana Benke\, as an expression of love for their new country\, America. \nOther Details \n\nTrail type: trail\, beach\, sidewalk\nDogs: No dogs are allowed\nRestrooms: Nature\nWater Fountain: None\nKnown Dangers: Rattlesnakes\, slip-‘n-fall\, poison oak\, mermaids\, tsunami’s\n\nEssentials \n\nBring 2 liters of water\, flashlights\, snacks\, electrolytes\nBring your hiking poles if needed.\nWear good walking shoes\, beach shoes\, sunscreen\, hat\nBring a jacket for cooler weather\nBug spray\nVentura County SARS 10 Essentials\n\nDirections to the Dolphin Parking lot\nParking is free\nAddress: 1001-1399 Spinnaker Dr\, Ventura\,\nLocated east of Ventura Harbor Village\nGoogle Coordinates: 34.242639\, -119.260917\nClick here to view the Google Map \nDirections to the Ventura Settling Ponds\nFrom the Dolphin Parking lot\, walk .2 miles to the corner of Spinnaker and Angler Court\nGoogle Coordinates: 34.239917\, -119.261000\nClick here to view the Google Map \nDISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY: \n\nYou must RSVP to attend this event\, no exceptions.\nThe PM Hiker organizers are not trained leaders and do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips.\nIf you sign up for any event\, you are releasing the PM Hiker organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries.\nHiking and other outdoor events can be dangerous\, and accidents can happen.\nPer Meetup rules\, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. You take full responsibility for your own actions.\nThese rules apply to any guests you may invite.
URL:https://dev.hikingwithdean.com/event/ventura-settling-ponds-visitor-center-and-harbor-cove-cafe/
LOCATION:Ventura Harbor – Ventura\, Spinnaker Drive 1583\, Ventura\, CA\, 93001\, United States
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