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Coastal Clean-up Day
Saturday,
SEP
20, 2014
9:00 AM SOLANO RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT — Various locations around Solano County. Come be a part of cleaning up Solano County's coastlines and creeks! Make our waterways beautiful and healthy for wildlife. There will be clean-up locations in your city and local park throughout Solano County (including Lake Solano and Sandy Beach County Parks). Cleanup sites are located throughout the county. Please see our website for a location near you. Advanced sign-ups are requested so coordinators can have enough clean-up supplies on-hand for you and your group. |
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Rockville Hills Regional Park Trail Crew
Saturday,
SEP
20, 2014
9:00 AM CITY OF FAIRFIELD — Rockville Hills Regional Park The Rockville Trail Crew volunteer work days are scheduled for the third Saturday of every month from 9-12noon, rain or shine! Trail Crew volunteers provide technical assistance with trail maintenance and construction activities on the trails. Trail Crew volunteer duties consist of clearing rocks, trees, brush and other debris from proposed trail routes; build/repair walk ways, bridges or other structures; grade/fill existing trail paths to ensure user safety; and attend all required meetings and training sessions. Volunteers should bring water, gloves and a tool if available. Volunteers should wear layered clothing and sturdy shoes. A snack and beverage provided for volunteers. Meet at the parking area. If you are not a regular volunteer, please RSVP to Ranger Teri, (707) 249-3613, or by email. Location: 2149 Rockville Rd Fairfield |
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Solano County Signature Hike in Solano Land Trust Rockville Trails Preserve
Saturday,
SEP
20, 2014
9:00 AM BAY AREA RIDGE TRAIL COUNCIL — Rockville Trails Preserve Explore a new planned Ridge Trail segment through the Solano Land Trust's Rockville Trails Preserve. The Preserve was recently acquired by the Land Trust and is comprised of 1500 acres north of Rockville Hills Park. The hike will be from 3 ˝ to 4 hours long covering 4 to 5 miles through grass and oak woodlands with views of Suisun Bay. The hike will be led by Steve Pressley, Solano Land Trust Board member and member of the Solano County Ridge Trail Committee. Please bring water and snacks. No water or restrooms at the Preserve. For questions, contact Emily at (415) 561-2595. Tickets are available online. Leader: Steve Pressley Registration is required. Location: Fairfield DIRECTIONS: Meet in the parking lot in front of the old red “Ice House” building behind the Florist shop at the corner of Suisun Valley Road and Rockville Road. We will carpool to the Preserve. |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
SEP
20, 2014
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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Horse Day at McIntyre Ranch
Saturday,
SEP
20, 2014
10:00 AM GVRD — McIntyre Ranch For ages 8-17 -- Learn about the friendly horses and goats, and participate in their daily care. Wear sturdy work clothes and tough shoes because this is a "hand-on" experience. You will put a halter on a horse, learn to lead horses safely, brush them, clean their feet and clean their stalls. Everyone will have a chance to sit on a horse (helmet are required and provided, keep hairstyle simple for easy fit). Kids will receive a souvenit t-shirt! Eat a good breakfast, bring water bottle and wear layers. For more information contact the Coordinator at 648-4552. Leader: Jane Mitchell Entrance Fee: $25 Location: Vallejo DIRECTIONS: Off St. John's Mine Road |
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Rush Ranch 'Get the Rush'
Saturday,
SEP
20, 2014
10:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST AND RUSH RANCH EDUCATIONAL COUNCIL — Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. For current details, check the Solano Land Trust calendar. Location: 3521 Grizzly Island Road Suisun City DIRECTIONS: From Hwy 12 in Suisun City, take Grizzly Island Road south approximately 2 miles. Entrance/driveway will be on the right. |
