Venture Outdoors - Activities

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Saturday, August 28, 2010

54459 - Ecology of Beer Hike
Join local Ecologist Tony Baumert for an indepth look at the ecosystem of his backyard, Frick Park. We'll wander 4 miles of the park as he tells us about forest succession, invasive species and deer herbivory and how they affect the plants and animals that live in the park. After the hike, we will join Tony "The Beer Man" Knipling from Vecenie Distributing Company for another ecology lesson, but this time on beer. We'll learn what is involved in the beer making process and taste beers from around the country that promote their sustainable practices. Minimum age 21.

Location: Frick Park
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Cost: $34.00 non-member / $25.00 member
Organization: Venture Outdoors

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Levels of Difficulty
	Relaxed: Short distances at a slow pace; Generally flat terrain, well defined trails; No prior activity experience is necessary; Perfect start for beginners; Not too physically challenging.
	Easy: Short distances at a slow pace; Relatively flat terrain, well defined trails, may involve some hills; No prior activity experience is necessary; Perfect start for beginners; Not too physically challenging.
	Moderate: Varying distances at a steady pace; Varying terrain, generally established trails; Some prior experience in the activity is required; Only for those in good physical condition; Physically challenging.
	Advanced: Fast-paced over a short distance or steady-paced over a long distance; Varying terrain, may include off-trail sections, rough spots, unexpected obstacles; Prior experience in the activity is required; Only for those in good physical condition; Physically challenging.
	Strenuous: Faster-paced over a short distance or fast-paced over a long distance; Difficult terrain, will include off-trail sections, rough spots and unexpected obstacles; Prior experience in the activity is required; Only for those in excellent physical condition; Most physically challenging.