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73rd Annual Rio Vista Bass Derby & Festival
Saturday,
OCT
9, 2021
7:00 AM Plan to be in downtown Rio Vista on the California Delta this October for a premier sportsmen's event ... the 73rd Annual Rio Vista Bass Derby & Festival. The Sacramento River provides the perfect riverfront venue for the oldest bass fishing event on the west coast and a family-oriented Fall festival including a midway with carnival rides, food, drink, live entertainment, car show, and fireworks. Registration required for Derby. Tickets and registration are available online. For full Festival schedule, click here. Food will be available. Location: Downtown Rio Vista Rio Vista |
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2nd Saturday Tree Care Day
Saturday,
OCT
9, 2021
9:00 AM BENICIA TREE FOUNDATION — Benicia High School Help us care for Benicia's trees! No experience necessary - tools and instruction provided! Bring gloves if you have them. Children under 14 will need an accompanying adult and all participants must sign our release waiver. BHS students - earn community service hours! To register, click here. Performers: Location: 1101 Military West Benicia DIRECTIONS: RSVP for more information and meeting point. |
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Nature Hike
Saturday,
OCT
9, 2021
9:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Patwino Worrtla Kodoi Dihi Open Space Park Enjoy a Nature Hike at Patwino Worrtla Kodoi Dihi (formerly known as Rockville Trails Preserve). We’ll travel about 4-6 miles up and down hills enjoying views of Solano’s valleys, the Delta, and Mt. Diablo. Registration is Required. Moderate to Strenuous, 9am-1pm. Registration is required. Please note, cancellation of the hike may occur due to County Fire Danger Warnings and closures of open spaces and parks. Once registered, you will receive any updates should this ever happen. For more info or to register online, click here. Or call 707-432-0150. Rain cancels. Location: Fairfield DIRECTIONS: Meet at Icehouse at the corner of Rockville Rd. & Suisun Valley Rd. |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
OCT
9, 2021
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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Nature Paddle
Saturday,
OCT
9, 2021
9:30 AM GRIZZLY WATERS KAYAKING — Suisun Marsh Learn about the history, environment, and wildlife of the Suisun Marsh. Reservations required. Find out more or reserve your spot for this paddle online or by calling (707) 341-6141. Location: Suisun Public Boat Ramp Suisun City |
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Volunteer Opportunity: Trail Crew
Saturday,
OCT
9, 2021
9:30 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Lynch Canyon Join Trail Crew every second Saturday of the month in partnership with Solano County Parks to work on trails and projects at Lynch Canyon Open Space! For more information, email Jordan at Solano Land Trust. Registration is required. You can register online. Please note, cancellation of the hike may occur due to County Fire Danger Warnings and closures of open spaces and parks. Once registered, you will receive any updates should this ever happen. 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. |
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Pumpkin Patch Festival
Saturday,
OCT
9, 2021
10:30 AM BAY AREA ELECTRIC RAILROAD ASSOCIATION — Western Railway Museum Experience the Solano County of yesteryear along the Western Railway Museum's electric train tracks. Enjoy the rolling hills as you travel to and from the Pumpkin Patch Festival. At the Pumpkin Patch, you can purchase your pumpkins, as well as snacks, drinks and other homemade specialties. There are plenty of activities at the pumpkin patch such as tractor rides, field maze, pumpkin chucking, petting zoo, pony rides and the giant hay bale fortress. 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. Non-member admission process are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors (65 and up), and $15 for children (ages 2 –14). Members prices are discounted. 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. Tickets are available at the door or you may purchase them in advance online. Location: 5848 State Highway 12 Suisun City DIRECTIONS: Highway 12 between Fairfield and Rio Vista. |
