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Hike at King-Swett Ranches
Saturday,
FEB
4, 2017
9:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. Bring: a backpack with plenty of water and snacks, boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain, long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Recommended: binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared: a strenuous pace hiking up to 6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Only heavy rain or high fire danger cancels—call Jim at 925-519-1834 if the weather is uncertain. Space is limited. Pre-registration recommended online. Leader: Jim Location: Vallejo DIRECTIONS: Meet promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there. |
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Centennial Park Restoration
Saturday,
FEB
4, 2017
9:30 AM SOLANO RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT — Centennial Park Solano RCD is hosting volunteer events to plant native plants in Vacaville this winter. We will be working from 9:30A-12:30P in Centennial Park in north Vacaville and will be planting native trees, shrubs, wildflowers and grasses. This is our second year of restoration work at Centennial Park, and it is really being transformed! We will provide all necessary tools, work gloves, and snacks. All of these events are family friendly, but we do ask that children under the age of 14 work closely with an adult. Please RSVP by email if you are interested in participating. Location: Vacaville DIRECTIONS: Meeting location provided on RSVP. |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
FEB
4, 2017
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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Peña Adobe Open House
Saturday,
FEB
4, 2017
11:00 AM PEÑA ADOBE HISTORICAL SOCIETY & RUSH RANCH EDUCATIONAL COUNCIL — Peña Adobe Park Birding is the perfect activity for families. Meet biologist, author and birder John C. Robinson and learn about his passion for birds and bird-watching! A member of the American Ornithologists Union & the American Birding Association, Robinson will chat with visitors at the Peña Adobe Park, the former home of the Peña family, who with the Vaca family first settled in Vacaville in 1842. Robinson is known for his work with children, connecting youth to nature, and is the best-selling author of more than a dozen books. He will introduce guests to the joys of bird watching from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. There is no admission charge for the historic Peña Adobe Park or entrance fee to the Adobe or Museum. For questions call (707) 447-0518. Leader: John C. Robinson Location: 4699 Peña Adobe Road Vacaville DIRECTIONS: The park is located on Peña Adobe Road just off of Interstate 80. |
