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Hanns Park Restoration
Saturday,
OCT
19, 2013
9:00 AM VALLEJO WATERSHED ALLIANCE — Hanns Park Prepare the native grass meadow and surrounding area for the upcoming planting season; we’ll collect acorns if they’re ready! We will also prepare a path for spring field trips, so the meadow is protected while the students learn about creeks and native plants. Wear sturdy clothes and shoes, hat, sunscreen and gloves. Park in the Hanns Park parking lot on Skyline off Redwood. Follow signs a short walk to the meeting point. We’ll bring tools and free refreshments. Location: Vallejo DIRECTIONS: Skyline Drive at Redwood Parkway |
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Rockville Hills Regional Park Trail Crew
Saturday,
OCT
19, 2013
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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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
OCT
19, 2013
9:30 AM CNPS - WILLIS LINN JEPSON CHAPTER — 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,
OCT
19, 2013
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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Pumpkin Patch Festival
Saturday,
OCT
19, 2013
10:00 AM BAY AREA ELECTRIC RAILROAD ASSOCIATION — Western Railway Museum Gather the family and begin at the Western Railway Museum. The first electric express train leaves at 10:00 AM with departures every half-hour until 4pm. The ride on a historic life-sized electric train takes visitors back in time on a scenic five-mile trip to Gum Grove Station, a wooded glen far from the trappings of modern life. Local Rotarians from the Fairfield-Suisun, Cordelia, and Dixon Rotary Clubs are rallying together to make the event a success, providing a hay bale fort, food, tractor rides, music, games and of course, pumpkins for sale, just in time for Halloween. Admission is $12 for adults, $11 for seniors (65 and up), and $9 for children (ages 2 –14). Prices include admission to the Museum and to the Pumpkin Patch, unlimited train rides, use of the Museum's spacious and shaded picnic grounds, and free parking. Please note that there are no advanced reservations. All proceeds benefit the Western Railway Museum (a nonprofit educational institution) and the local Rotary Clubs who provide thousands of dollars to local community and youth activities each year. Location: 5848 State Highway 12 Suisun City DIRECTIONS: Highway 12 between Fairfield and Rio Vista. |
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Rush Ranch 'Get the Rush'
Saturday,
OCT
19, 2013
10:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST AND RUSH RANCH EDUCATIONAL COUNCIL — Rush Ranch All are invited to 'Get the Rush' at Rush Ranch. Get the Rush is a series of fun activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month. Activities offered by trained volunteers may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses, a traditional blacksmith shop in action, an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations, or horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible. 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. |
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The Haunted Hike
Saturday,
OCT
19, 2013
6:30 PM CITY OF FAIRFIELD — Rockville Hills Regional Park Join us Friday, October 18 and Saturday, October 19 for a frightful night as we bring fiction, folklore, and fear to Rockville Hills Regional Park. This year the park will be transformed into an Insane Asylum where the spirits of the patients and doctors who walked the halls will haunt those who dare to enter. Let the terror begin... Hikes run every 10 minutes starting at 6:30PM. Children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Regular hikes are not recommended for those under age 13. PG hikes are available--call for times (PG rating indicates that parental guidance is required as parents may consider some material unsuitable for their children due to costumes and props.) Fee is $6 per person for those age 6 or older. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and space is limited. Registrations WILL NOT be taken onsite. Register at the Fairfield Community Center, 1000 Kentucky St, Monday-Thursday 11:00AM-5:30PM or online with EZReg a www.fairfield.ca.gov. For more information call 707.428.7714. Entrance Fee: $6 Registration is required. Location: 2140 Rockville Rd Fairfield |
