Field Trips
Trips can open suddenly and fill up fast. We offer as much notice as is possible. Please check here often for updated information.
CRAF regularly hosts field trips to sites such as Little Lake, Tomo-Kahni, Rocky Hill, and Little Petroglyph Canyon.
Standard Field Trip Fees:
*CRAF Members:
$30 for 1 Member
$50 for 2 Members
$70 for Family Members (3+)
Nonmembers:
$60 each
*Your first standard field trip is included with your CRAF Membership or renewal. That's one free field trip per Member each year!
*Field trip fees do not include Membership fees. See our Join or Donate page to become a Member of CRAF.
Some special trips may have additional access fees, escort fees, etc; total fees will be clearly listed.
Trips may be cancelled at any time for a number of reasons. If CRAF cancels a trip, registrants will be notified and refunded.
Individuals can also be denied access to sites at any time for a number of reasons. In such cases, refunds may not be issued.
Site visitation dates, rules and group size limits are set by the site stewards and are followed by CRAF and its members.
If you have any questions, are having trouble registering, or need to cancel a registration, email Christine or (209) 201-8051.
Standard Field Trip Fees:
*CRAF Members:
$30 for 1 Member
$50 for 2 Members
$70 for Family Members (3+)
Nonmembers:
$60 each
*Your first standard field trip is included with your CRAF Membership or renewal. That's one free field trip per Member each year!
*Field trip fees do not include Membership fees. See our Join or Donate page to become a Member of CRAF.
Some special trips may have additional access fees, escort fees, etc; total fees will be clearly listed.
Trips may be cancelled at any time for a number of reasons. If CRAF cancels a trip, registrants will be notified and refunded.
Individuals can also be denied access to sites at any time for a number of reasons. In such cases, refunds may not be issued.
Site visitation dates, rules and group size limits are set by the site stewards and are followed by CRAF and its members.
If you have any questions, are having trouble registering, or need to cancel a registration, email Christine or (209) 201-8051.
Little Lake
Saturday, April 27, 2019
Owens Valley, CA
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The Little Lake area encompasses 5,000 acres and contains several petroglyphs and pictographs dating to around 10,000 years ago, as well as the Stahl site exhibiting evidence of the Pinto Basin tradition dating between 5,000 and 2,000 years ago. Much of the rock art is in the Coso tradition. This tour typically takes most of the day.
This trip is moderately strenuous. There is minimal hiking and some uneven terrain. Disabled access is not possible or extremely limited at this time. Inquire for details. No children under the age of 5. No pets. Maximum of 20 attendees. For more information and to register, click on the photo to the left. |
Rocky Hill
Saturday, May 11, 2019
Exeter, CA
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For the Yokuts of this area, Rocky Hill is a living historical and sacred site that is still in use. The property is a 22-acre archaeological preserve with vivid pictographs on granitic boulders and in caves. The tour will take you up hill, over boulders and into caves with low ceilings, and will take at least four hours.
Due to the special nature of this tour, there is an additional charge of $10.00 per person included in the price. The "Family Member" ticket price is for three Members. If purchasing a "Family Member" ticket for more than three Members, please purchase a $10.00 "Member First Trip" ticket for each additional family Member. CRAF will donate a portion of the proceeds from this trip to the Rocky Hill Archaeological Conservancy to help preserve and protect this wonderful area. Must be in good physical condition. Disabled access is not possible or extremely limited at this time. Inquire for details. No children under the age of 5. No pets. Maximum of 20 attendees. For information and to register, click on the photo to the left. |
Tomo-Kahni
Saturday, June 8, 2019
Tehachapi, CA
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Tomo-Kahni State Historic Park was created as a unit of California State Parks in 1993 to protect and preserve the integrity of this unique site. Nestled atop a ridge in the Tehachapi Mountains, Tomo-Kahni, or "Winter Village," was the site of a Kawaiisu (Nuwa) village. Because of the archeological and environmental sensitivity of the site, Tomo-Kahni is available to the public strictly by guided tours only.
Tomo-Kahni is undeveloped, with no historic or contemporary structures. The 2.5 mile walking tour begins at an elevation of approximately 4,000 feet and gains 800 feet in elevation. The complete tour, including orientation and driving time, takes at least four hours. Additional State Parks Entrance Fee(s) Due the Day of the Trip: $5 adults age 17+ $3 children age 6-16 Please bring the exact amount or small bills. Please make checks payable to State of California DPR. Moderately strenuous. Parts of the trail are on uneven terrain. Disabled access is not possible at this time. Children under the age of 6 not recommended. No children under the age of 2. No pets. Maximum of 14 attendees. For information and to register, click on the photo to the left. |
