Coyote Trail #13

Trail Open: Year Round

Area Located: Old Marina/Coyote Shleter

Type of trail: - Hiking

Description:

Golden Currant (Ribes aureum)

 

Named for the golden color found in the leaves, Native
Americans though that snakes feared this plant and used it as a deterrent and snakebite remedy. It is also used for its seeds in making jam, jelly, pie and ice cream. The fruits found on it are a vital source of food for chipmunks, ground squirrels and songbirds.