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5th Annual Ride to Defeat Diabetes
Sunday,
SEP
11, 2016
7:30 AM NORTHBAY HEALTHCARE — VacaValley Hospital The Ride to Defeat Diabetes (R2D2) offers three routes, so cyclists of all levels are sure to enjoy this unique day of fitness, fun and new friendships. There are three separate rides, a 10-mile mile jaunt through a Vacaville residential neighborhood, a 25-mile trek, and 60-mile ride to challenge your mind, body and soul as you climb the Winters Loop. No matter which route you choose, you'll be fully supported with route marshals, SAG support, basic mechanical support, fully stocked rest stops, hydration stations and more. At the finish, you will be welcomed by cheering volunteers, great food, entertainment and much more! The 60-mile ride departs at 7:30a.m., followed by the 25-mile ride at 9:00 a.m. Participants in the 10-mile ride will roll out at 10:00 a.m. Organizers are asking each person who signs up for the 10-mile ride, to pledge to raise at least $25 for the NorthBay Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology. For the 25- and 60-mile rides, participants are asked to pledge at least $50 in donations. Checks can be made out to NorthBay Healthcare Foundation, with Diabetes in the memo field. T-Shirts, a raffle ticket, and lunch will be provided for registered riders. Register online. For more information, call 707-301-8190, or contact by email. All proceeds go to benefit NorthBay’s Center for Diabetes & Endocrinology programs and services. Location: 1000 Nut Tree Road Vacaville |
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Tomato Maze
Sunday,
SEP
11, 2016
9:00 AM SOUL FOOD FARM — Soul Food Farm Soul Food Farm in partnership with Heirloom Tomato Maze welcomes you to walk through the garden maze made with almost 370 bales of hay and taste more than 200 heirloom tomato varieties. Enjoy guided maze tours, tomato and veggie tasting, special cooking demonstrations, gardening workshops, and more at Hay Bale Garden's very first Tomato Maze! The maze will be open Friday-Sundays, from 9am until 5pm. Suggested donation is $5. Location: 6046 Pleasants Valley Road Vacaville |
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Eagles, Hawks & other Birds of Prey Hike
Sunday,
SEP
11, 2016
10:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Lynch Canyon Join Larry Broderick and team for a hiking tour featuring resident, migrating and over-wintering birds of prey. Broderick is a gifted and entertaining teacher who brings over 25 years of experience researching, rescuing and rehabilitating raptors. Learn about these majestic birds, including where they go, what they do, and how to distinguish different species based on their looks, behaviors, and the ways they fly. Birds of prey we've seen on past hikes include Golden and Bald Eagles, Rough-legged, Cooper's, Sharp-shinned and Ferruginous Hawks, Peregrine and Prairie Falcons, and other more common raptor species. COST: $10 per person (payable when registering) plus $6 per vehicle (payable at the park). Space is limited. Pre-registration and pre-payment preferred online. Bring: binoculars, snacks or a bag lunch, boots or sturdy, closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain, long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. Also recommended: camera, hiking sticks, and bug repellant. Rain may cancel. Call Larry at 707-791-0335 if the weather is uncertain. All ages are welcome, but participants must be prepared for a moderate pace covering about 4 miles, partly off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle, and passing free range cattle along the way. Meet in the Lynch Canyon parking lot before 10am. Leader: Larry Broderick Entrance Fee: $10 Parking Fee: $6 Registration is required. 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. |
