Description
4.5 hour 7 km round trip walking tour of the Río Pitillal (Playa Grande) led by SOMEONE. You will walk a moderate ascent through urban slopes and remnants of deciduous tropical forest, with a viewpoint that allows for an understanding of the relationship between the steep topography and high-density residential development. The tour allows the study of the river as a key element of ecological connectivity and its function in water and urban regulation, and the nalysis of land use, riparian vegetation, and associated biodiversity. It combines human and physical geography in a short and easily accessible route. Key points of the route:
– Middle section of the Pitillal River.
– Identification of riparian flora and fauna.
– Talk on environmental geography and water management.
– Analysis of ecosystem services and hydrological functions of the river.
– Direct observation of riparian vegetation, ecological connectivity, and urban pressures.
– Flat, very accessible, and educational route.
We will leave from the Holiday Inn and Suites at approximately 9:00 am on Saturday January 10th. The tour includes: Round-trip transportation from the Holiday Inn & Suites Marina and Golf to the starting point, specialized guide, water, light snack, field notebook, assistance, and brief educational materials.
