"The Sacredness of the land lies in the minds of its people. This land is dedicated to the Spirit and memory of the ancestors and their children." - Shalawa Monument Join us for a lovely morning coastal hike on the Shalawa Meadow Trail (also know as the Hammond's Meadow Trail), at the point of a Chumash community village and burial site, where ceremonies are still held during significant celestial events such as solstice and equinox. The trail strolls through a forest of palm and eucalyptus trees along the high hedges and flowering bougainvillea bushes of Montecito. This path connects Miramar Beach, Hammond's Beach, and Butterfly Beach, and crosses over Montecito Creek. The walk is about 2 miles round trip on level ground. To reach the trailhead, from Santa Barbara, drive on Highway 101 south to the San Ysidro Road exit (exit 93). Turn right on Eucalyptus Lane and drive south .1 mile (towards the ocean) to a small parking lot at the end of the road, just past Bonnymede Drive. If the lot is full, additional parking is located on Humphrey Road, the first street to the north. Look for the red Newcomers sign. Dogs are welcome on leash. After our amble, please join us for coffee, tea, and other treats at the Montecito Coffee Shop, 1498 E Valley Road, about 5-10 minutes up San Ysidro Road.