If you are looking for something fun to do this spring, you can begin a new and fun adventure with Grossmont College’s International Club on April 20 at the Cabrillo National Park in Point Loma.
The hike is planned on the first day of National Parks Week so admission will be free. This is a great opportunity to make new friends, create great memories, visit one of San Diego’s significant historical monuments and learn more about the first European explorer who led the first expedition to the United States. In addition, the site offers information about the Native Americans who are indigenous to San Diego, the Kumeyaay people, and discusses their culture and the history of the area.
Besides its cultural significance, the trails offer great scenic views of San Diego Bay, downtown San Diego and a lighthouse. The trail also offers opportunities for bird watching and wildlife viewing, and gives a chance to take awesome pictures to share on your social media.
To join this hike and other future off-campus events at Grossmont College or Cuyamaca, you will need to sign up and be a member of the International Club. All you would need to do is fill out the purple travel liability waiver at International Counseling in Building 10, finish the Get Inclusive Voices of Change Training online, and bring two forms of ID. If you would like to bring a family or friend who does not attend Grossmont College, you are free to do so, as long as you fill out the signup sheet to bring guests.
“Cabrillo National Monument is the only national park/monument in San Diego and we hope it’ll be great weather for us to walk around to see the monument and get great views of San Diego, and of the lighthouse,” said International Club Advisor Bryan Lam. “It does get windy there, so be aware of that. We will probably stay in the Point Loma area afterward to get a lunch or afternoon snack.”
Future International Club events include kayaking on May 4 and a Graduation Beach Party on May 10.
