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Rockville Hills Regional Park Trail Crew
Saturday,
DEC
21, 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,
DEC
21, 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,
DEC
21, 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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Nature Hike
Saturday,
DEC
21, 2013
10:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Rockville Trails Take a moderate effort hike as you trek about 4 miles up and down the hilly, rocky terrain to the interior of this 1,500-acre natural area. Enjoy the majestic oaks and see the greening effects of February’s rains. Learn about the area’s natural history and watch for signs of wildlife that depend on this area for food, shelter, and safe passage. Rockville Trails Preserve is only accessible by docent-led hikes at this time. There is no drinking water, and there are no bathrooms or parking lots yet. Dogs are not permitted. Since the preserve is otherwise closed, the entry and exit gate will be locked except for the start and end times of the hike. Advanced registration is required. Click here to register online, or call Lorenzo at 707-330-7263. Heavy rain cancels. Call Lorenzo if the weather is uncertain: 707-330-7263. Leader: Lorenzo Burch Location: Fairfield DIRECTIONS: Meet your guide, Lorenzo, promptly and be ready to leave immediately from the big red "Ice House" building on Suisun Valley Ct, near the intersection of Rockville Rd. and Suisun Valley Rd., Fairfield, CA. |
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Rush Ranch 'Get the Rush'
Saturday,
DEC
21, 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. November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. 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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Winter Solstice at Rush Ranch
Saturday,
DEC
21, 2013
10:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST & THE RUSH RANCH EDUCATIONAL COUNCIL — Rush Ranch Come celebrate the Winter Solstice at Rush Ranch with a series of fun activities for the whole family. Meet at 10AM in the brick courtyard for a guided walk alongside the marsh. Nature games along the way will entertain children and the young at heart. Everyone on the walk will learn why Suisun Marsh is special throughout the Bay Area and Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, and why Rush Ranch in particular is locally loved and nationally famous. After about one hour of exploring, walkers will return to the center of the ranch to sip hot cider, learn about barn owls that roost in the rafters, and make pine cone bird feeders to take home. (While supplies last). Bring water, snacks and/or a picnic lunch, warm layers of clothing, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and other protection from sun, wind, fog, rain and cold. Also recommended are binoculars, a camera and bug repellent. From 10AM to 1PM there will also be a traditional blacksmith shop in action, and a display of hand-crafted Native American tools. The blacksmith shop is open rain or shine. All other activities are cancelled if it rains. There is no charge for these events, and no pre-registration is necessary. Just show up and bring the whole family! 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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Santa Rides the Rails
Saturday,
DEC
21, 2013
10:30 AM BAY AREA ELECTRIC RAILROAD ASSOCIATION — Western Railway Museum When his reindeer are resting, St. Nick uses clean, reliable electric railways to get around. Meet Santa at the Western Railway Museum from 10:30am - 3:30pm. There will be hot cocoa, hot cider, and stories for kids. Photos are encouraged! Trains depart at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, and 3:30pm for a ride through rural Solano County. Location: 5848 State Highway 12 Suisun City |
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Mare Island Aglow Holiday Lighted Trail Walk
Saturday,
DEC
21, 2013
5:00 PM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve Every weekend evening Friday–Sunday from November 22 to New Year's Day 2013, 5:00pm-8:00pm. Rain or shine! Walk the 1-mile paved trail with holiday lighting to the Naval Cemetery, Rowser Garden, and the Spirit Ship. Music, refreshments, gift items, and a campfire at the Visitors Center, at the south end of Railroad Ave. Free but donations appreciated. Location: 1595 Railroad Ave Mare Island Vallejo |
