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Coyote Club   Saturday,  MAY  14, 2016
9:00 AM

GVRD —  McIntyre Ranch
Ages 4-14 -- The McIntyre Ranch is home to several different habitats, farm animals and an educational garden. Studies have found that children who spend time exploring nature are more focused and interested in school. Bring a snack, water and your curiosity! Cost: $5/class for residents, $6/class nonresident. Adults must register at no cost. Pre-registration is required at 395 Amador St. or online. For more information contact the Coordinator at 707-639-1325.
Leader: Dee Davis
Entrance Fee: $5
Registration is required.
Location: Vallejo  
DIRECTIONS: McIntyre Ranch, located at the very end of St. John’s Mine Road, across from the Solano Community College Vallejo Center at 545 Columbus Parkway. Take St. John’s Mine Road and cross over the cattle crossing. Continue up the road and stay to the right to follow the road down to the barn. You are authorized to drive through this road for GVRD programs only.

 
Tree Maintenance Day    Saturday,  MAY  14, 2016
9:00 AM

BENICIA TREE FOUNDATION —  Benicia Middle School
The Benicia Tree Foundation is sponsoring a tree maintenance day at Benicia Middle School from 9 am to Noon. No experience necessary. Tools and instruction provided. Bring gloves if you have them. Children under 14 must have accompanying adult and all participants must sign our release waiver. Rain cancels. RSVP for details on meeting point by contacting the Benicia Tree Foundation at 745-4675 or by email.
Location:
     1100 Southampton Rd
     Benicia  

 
Volunteer Opportunity: Trail Crew   Saturday,  MAY  14, 2016
9:00 AM

SOLANO LAND TRUST —  Lynch Canyon Open Space Park
Help remove a temporary fence to prepare for the Kite Festival. Free parking pass for the day and, if you pre-register, free pizza! Pre-register online. For questions, contact Jordan or call him at 315-262-4090. Ages 12 and up who are comfortable with this type of physical work are welcome—under 18 must be accompanied by an adult and must have a liability waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian. When you arrive, ask the leader for a free parking pass.
Leader: Jordan
Location:
     3100 Lynch Road
     Vallejo  
DIRECTIONS: From I-80 East, take the Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit and follow the Lynch Canyon signs. From I-80 West, take the Red Top Road exit and follow the Lynch Canyon signs.

 
Garden Volunteer Day   Saturday,  MAY  14, 2016
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  

 
Guided Hike   Saturday,  MAY  14, 2016
10:00 AM

MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST —  Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve
Join our docent-guided hike exploring the Mare Island Preserve. Osprey and great blue herons are nesting, plus wildflowers and history! Free but donations always appreciated.
Location:
     167 O’Hara Ct
     Mare Island
     Vallejo  
DIRECTIONS: Preserve Visitor Center, Building A-167, at the end of Railroad Ave

 
Spring Festival   Saturday,  MAY  14, 2016
11:00 AM

FRIENDS OF LOMA VISTA FARM —  Loma Vista Farm
This year’s Spring Festival will be held on May 14, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is an opportunity for friends and families to come out and enjoy the Farm. It’s a good time to think about spring planting and making a garden of your own. Find out more about the Farm and the wonderful things that we offer all year long. See all of the projects that we have been working on and the improvements that have been made. Free admission. Activity tickets $.50.
Location:
     150 Rainier Ave
     Vallejo  
DIRECTIONS: From Highway 37, take Fairgrounds Dr. north. Left on Corcoran and left on Rainier.