LDTG: 2026: Picnic and Hiking

2026 LDTG Picnic and Hiking


On Sunday, April 5, 2026, scouts and their families gathered at Alum Rock Park for a day of outdoor adventure and community bonding. The event took place at the picnic area near the Visitor Center and featured a blend of nature exploration and festive activities.


Where: Alum Rock Park( Picnic Area near Visitor Center and Playground)
Address: 15350 Penitencia Creek Rd, San Jose, CA 95127
Date: Sunday, 4/5/2026
Time: 8:00am-2:00 pm

Program:
  • 8:00AM-8:30AM: meeting at the Picnic Area next to the playground .
    • Set up tables / bench ( parents)
  • 8:30AM -8:45AM: Go over hiking trails and safety rules.( unit leader)
  • 9:00 AM: hiking starts. Trang Doan starts prepare meal (grill set up)
  • 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM- Refreshment
    • Games- Tr Minh Doan
    • Wild plants identification contest (4 Prizes-$10 gift card ) -Tr Kim
  • 12:00 PM. lunch (Trang Doan)
  • 1:15PM-1:35PM:
    • Egg hunting for CN and SC ( Tr Lan)
    • raffle ticket drawing for all scouts (3 prizes)
  • - 1:35PM-2:00PM: Clean up & closing

Activity Highlights
  • Exploration: The group hiked through the local trails after a safety briefing.







  • Competition: Scouts participated in a Wild Plant ID contest for gift card prizes and played various organized games.




  • Celebration: The children hunted for Easter eggs, and several lucky winners received prizes during a raffle drawing.



  • Dining: Everyone enjoyed a freshly grilled BBQ lunch prepared on-site.




Timeline of the Day

The event started at 8:00 AM as parents set up the tables and benches. By 8:30 AM, the unit leader explained the hiking trails and safety rules. The hike commenced at 9:00 AM while the cooking team began preparing the meal.

Following the hike, the group reconvened at 10:45 AM for refreshments, games, and the plant identification contest. Lunch was served at noon, followed by the Easter egg hunt and raffle at 1:15 PM. The day concluded at 2:00 PM after the group cleaned the picnic area and held a brief closing ceremony.



A big SHOUT-OUT to Tr. Minh Doan for leading this event!






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