Guided Nature Hike: Community Education Class & Discovery Dinner

About This Learning Event

Set out on a reflective walk through the redwoods to 1440’s Cathedral and majestic Mother Tree—standing for over 1,000 years. Along the way, explore the wisdom traditions of various cultures and their timeless connection to the natural world, while learning about the ecology of the forest that surrounds you. Whether you journey outside or gather indoors for a nature-inspired discussion, you'll leave with simple, grounded practices to support your well-being. This experience invites you to slow down, connect with nature, and feel restored by the stillness of the redwoods.

After the hike, gather for a nourishing, locally sourced dinner at Kitchen Table—thoughtfully prepared by the 1440 Culinary Team to restore and delight. Discovery Dinners at 1440 offer space to reconnect—with the earth, with others, and with yourself.

1440 is a philanthropic campus, and each booking contributes to serving our community by providing scholarships and volunteer services in support of creating hope for living well.

Time: 4:00-7:00 p.m.

Discovery Dinner Schedule:

• 4:00-4:30 p.m.: Arrival & Registration
• 4:30-6:00 p.m.: Guided Nature Hike with 1440 Experience Instructor Liz Fohs
• 6:00-7:00 p.m.: Dinner at Kitchen Table; sustainable, locally sourced and mindfully prepared
• 7:00 p.m.: Event Conclusion & Departures

Price: $75 per person, includes hike and dinner at Kitchen Table

Dinner Menu:

• Heirloom Tomato and Compressed Watermelon Salad: Feta, Golden Balsamic Dressing, Basil, Arugula, Pine Nuts (Gluten Free, Plant Based, Nut Free Available)
• Creamy Lemon Caper Chicken Breast: Lemon Caper Sauce, Romanesco, Caramelized Shallots, Sugar Snap Pea Puree, Herbed Brown Rice, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Herbs (Gluten Free, Nut Free, Plant-Based Option Available)
• Almond Olive Oil Cake: Cherry Compote, Chocolate Crisp, Whipped Chocolate Ganache (Gluten Free, Plant Based, Nut Free Option Available

Event Notes:

Guests may check into campus up to 30 minutes before the class start to enjoy our Lodge Retail Shop, Bridge of Intentions and Common Grounds Patio. Please note that other areas of the campus will be unavailable due to other scheduled learning commitments.

• The start time of the class is 4:30 p.m., and guests may check into campus up to 30 minutes before the class start to enjoy our Lodge Retail Shop, Bridge of Intentions and Common Grounds Patio. Please note that other areas of campus—including trails not part of the guided hike and the jacuzzi tub—are unavailable to Community Education Class guests due to other scheduled programming.
• This is an outdoor event. Be sure to bring appropriate clothing as it may be cool under the canopy of trees.
  1440 will provide everything required for this class.
• Reusable water bottles are welcome -- filtered water stations are available throughout campus.
• Kitchen Table offers ample indoor and outdoor seating, including outdoor covered seating options.
• This is an 18-and-over event.
• Cancellation Policy: Participants may request a refund up to 7 days before the event. After this period, all sales are final. All proceeds from Community Learning Events support our 1440 philanthropic and volunteer efforts.

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions for information about our campus policies. Please note that 1440 is a smoke-free, tobacco-free and cannabis-free campus. 1440 follows California law which only allows persons with disabilities to bring trained service dogs and psychiatric service dogs to campus; all other animals are prohibited.

Visit our Events Calendar at 1440.org to explore our other community learning events, designed to engage you in the immersive 1440 experience.