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Stebbins Cold Canyon Restoration
Saturday,
JAN
26, 2019
8:00 AM TULEYOME — Stebbins Cold Canyon Tuleyome will continue to assist UC Reserve System with their restoration efforts at Stebbins Cold Canyon. This favorite hiking spot is in constant need of restoration due to the high number of visitors. Come help keep this great spot safe and enjoyable! Please bring snacks, lunch, WATER, and work gloves – Tuleyome will provide needed tools. Dress for the weather and getting dirty! A $5 donation to Tuleyome is requested, but is not required to participate in this event. For more information or to RSVP, click here. If you have questions, contact Nate by email. DIRECTIONS: Directions given after RSVP. |
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Beginning Bird Walk: Hummingbird Conservation and Climate Change
Saturday,
JAN
26, 2019
9:00 AM NAPA - SOLANO AUDUBON SOCIETY — Lagoon Valley Park Join us for a Hummingbird Conservation and Climate Change workshop, where we will learn about the hardships being faced by Climate Endangered Allen’s Hummingbirds due to climate change, and what proactive conservation measures we can all take to help hummingbirds in our region. Also learn how to identify Anna’s, Allen’s, and Rufous Hummingbirds, and about their fascinating courtship displays. Walks are appropriate for all ages (children must be accompanied by an adult). A restroom is available near the parking lot. Please dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water and binoculars if you have them. Steady rain may cancel, please e-mail the walk coordinator if there are any questions. There is a $5 parking fee, and the kiosk accepts cards. After the parking pass kiosk, continue driving southeast towards the large parking lot on the right, and we will meet near the restrooms across from the main parking lot. Leader: Crystal DeMarco Location: 4681 Peña Adobe Rd Benicia DIRECTIONS: The park is located on Peña Adobe Road just off of Interstate 80. |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
JAN
26, 2019
9:30 AM BENICIA STATE PARKS ASSOCIATION — Forrest Deaner Native Plant Botanic Garden We meet every Saturday from 9:30-11:30am in the Forrest Deaner Native Plant Botanic Garden located at the Benicia State Park Recreation Area for planting, weeding, and tending. Parking is free on Saturday Volunteer Days. Tell the Gate Attendant that you are going into the Park to work at the Garden. Location: I-780 at Columbus Parkway Benicia State Park Recreation Area Benicia |
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Morning Habitat Planting
Saturday,
JAN
26, 2019
9:30 AM PUTAH CREEK COUNCIL — Lake Solano County Park Join Putah Creek Council in a day of planting native plants at Lake Solano Park! We'll be planting native trees, shrubs, and forbs in the day use area to provide wildlife habitat and erosion control. Native plants improve water quality, habitat for birds, small mammals, and beneficial insects, and help prevent soil erosion. Please prepare for the weather and variable conditions by bringing water, wearing sturdy shoes, and dressing in layers. We provide all the tools and supplies, including gloves. We'll be meeting at 9:30 am and work until noon. Please dress appropriately for the weather in clothes that can get dirty and closed-toe shoes. Don't forget your water bottle! If you are under 18, you MUST bring this completed liability form with a parent's signature. This event will happen rain or shine! Putah Creek Council will bring ponchos and mud boots if necessary. For more information or to register, visit us online. Parking Fee: $6 Location: 8685 Pleasants Valley Rd DIRECTIONS: Lake Solano Park straddles Pleasants Valley Road, north of Vacaville and near the town of Winters. Pay the $6 parking fee and park on the east-side of Pleasants Valley Rd. and meet at the Nature Center on the west side of the road. |
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Nature Walk: Winter Birds of Lake Solano Park
Saturday,
JAN
26, 2019
10:00 AM PUTAH CREEK COUNCIL & SOLANO COUNTY PARKS — Lake Solano County Park Meet at the Lake Solano Nature Center to begin your stroll along the trails of Lake Solano Park. Bob Rockwell and Cathi Christo will be your guides for this morning birdwatching outing. This is a good opportunity to learn to identify local birds, so you don't have to be a birder to join them! The lake itself hosts many water birds, including Buffleheads, Double-crested Cormorants, Common Mergansers, and Great Egrets (not to mention the frisky otters). Forested trails and picnic areas in the park attract other birds, such as the red-eyed and mohawked Phainopepla, Oak Titmice, and bold-looking Spotted Towhees. These activities are appropriate for all ages, and families and groups are welcome. A limited number of loaner binoculars will be available. Please prepare for the weather and variable conditions by bringing water, wearing sturdy shoes, and dressing in layers. The tour will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rain. A camera and binoculars are recommended. Continue to enjoy the beautiful scenery by picnicking or renting a campsite for the weekend on a first-come, first-served basis. Advance registration is recommended but not required. The day's activities are free, and parking is $6 per vehicle payable at the east entrance to the Park, on the day use side (cash or check, exact change only). For questions, call Karin Young at Putah Creek Council, 530-795-3006. Leader: Bob Rockwell and Cathi Christo Parking Fee: $6 Location: 8685 Pleasants Valley Rd DIRECTIONS: Lake Solano Park straddles Pleasants Valley Road, north of Vacaville and near the town of Winters. Pay the $6 parking fee and park on the east-side of Pleasants Valley Rd. and meet at the Nature Center on the west side of the road. |
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Afternoon Habitat Planting
Saturday,
JAN
26, 2019
1:30 PM PUTAH CREEK COUNCIL — Lake Solano County Park Join Putah Creek Council in a day of planting native plants at Lake Solano Park! We'll be planting native trees, shrubs, and forbs in the day use area to provide wildlife habitat and erosion control. Native plants improve water quality, habitat for birds, small mammals, and beneficial insects, and help prevent soil erosion. Please prepare for the weather and variable conditions by bringing water, wearing sturdy shoes, and dressing in layers. We provide all the tools and supplies, including gloves. We'll be meeting at 9:30 am and work until noon. Please dress appropriately for the weather in clothes that can get dirty and closed-toe shoes. Don't forget your water bottle! If you are under 18, you MUST bring this completed liability form with a parent's signature. This event will happen rain or shine! Putah Creek Council will bring ponchos and mud boots if necessary. For more information or to register, visit us online. Parking Fee: $6 Location: 8685 Pleasants Valley Rd DIRECTIONS: Lake Solano Park straddles Pleasants Valley Road, north of Vacaville and near the town of Winters. Pay the $6 parking fee and park on the east-side of Pleasants Valley Rd. and meet at the Nature Center on the west side of the road. |
