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Citizen Science Day
Thursday,
DEC
2, 2010
8:30 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Solano Land Trust properties This outdoor volunteer opportunity includes restoration, maintenance, and improvement projects. You'll learn about the importance of native species, the impact of introduced species, and how soil, plants, animals, light and moisture levelsinteract in an ecosystem. Bring gloves, pants, windbreaker, sunscreen, hat, water, snack, insect repellant. Requires the ability to hike in about 1 mile and around a site with uneven terrain. RSVP required. Locations vary. Meeting place provided upon RSVP. (sue@solanolandtrust.org) Leader: Sue Wickham |
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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
DEC
3, 2010
8:00 AM NAPA - SOLANO AUBUBON SOCIETY — Napa and Solano Counties The destination for each Friday bird walk is not decided until a few days before the trip. An email is sent out each week describing the destination for the upcoming trip. Let Cheryl Harris (cheryleharris@sbcglobal.net) know if you would like to be added to the email list for Friday Bird Walks. But if you are not on the email list, the same details will usually be added to this page at about the same time the email is sent. Car-poolers will share driving expenses (recommended $.30/mi to be split by the number of riders). Leader: Murray Berner DIRECTIONS: Meet at Sweeney's Sport Store, 1537 Imola Ave West, Napa, to carpool. |
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3rd Annual King-Swett Raptor Tour
Saturday,
DEC
4, 2010
9:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — King-Swett Ranches Join raptor specialist Larry Broderick and docent Jim Walsh for hiking and birding at the King-Swett Ranches. Larry gives a brief presentation revealing birds of prey seen in the skies above the King-Swett Ranches, followed by a 3-4 mile moderate hike. Recent sightings include golden eagles, red-tailed hawks, northern harriers, red shouldered hawks, coopers hawks, sharp-shinned hawks, white tailed kites, kestrels, prairie falcons, barn owls, and tons of other birds! RESTRICTIONS: Ages 8+. No dogs. BRING: Binoculars, hiking boots, layered clothes including pants & windbreaker, water, snack or bag lunch, sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses), insect repellent. SUGGESTED DONATION: Members $5/person. Non-members $12/person. Free for anyone unable to donate. Leader: Larry Broderick and Jim Walsh Location: Vallejo DIRECTIONS: Meet at 9am sharp beside Jim’s white “TruGreen” pickup truck at the Park-and-Ride lot on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80. |
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Volunteer Day at Rush Ranch
Saturday,
DEC
4, 2010
9:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rising out of the northeast edge of the Suisun Marsh, Rush Ranch stretches across over 2,000 acres of marsh and rolling grassland. Help SLT Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it! Meet at the Lynch Canyon entrance gate at 9am (gate locks behind us). RSVP appreciated but not required. Leader: Ken Poerner 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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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
DEC
10, 2010
8:00 AM NAPA - SOLANO AUBUBON SOCIETY — Napa and Solano Counties The destination for each Friday bird walk is not decided until a few days before the trip. An email is sent out each week describing the destination for the upcoming trip. Let Cheryl Harris (cheryleharris@sbcglobal.net) know if you would like to be added to the email list for Friday Bird Walks. But if you are not on the email list, the same details will usually be added to this page at about the same time the email is sent. Car-poolers will share driving expenses (recommended $.30/mi to be split by the number of riders). Leader: Murray Berner DIRECTIONS: Meet at Sweeney's Sport Store, 1537 Imola Ave West, Napa, to carpool. |
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Volunteer Day at Lynch Canyon
Saturday,
DEC
11, 2010
9:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Lynch Canyon Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Join SLT Land Steward, Ken Poerner, for a range of outdoor volunteer opportunities including litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. Meet at the Lynch Canyon entrance gate at 9am (gate locks behind us). RSVP appreciated but not required. Leader: Ken Poerner Location: 3100 Lynch Road Vallejo |
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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
DEC
17, 2010
8:00 AM NAPA - SOLANO AUDUBON SOCIETY — Napa and Solano Counties The destination for each Friday bird walk is not decided until a few days before the trip. An email is sent out each week describing the destination for the upcoming trip. Let Cheryl Harris (cheryleharris@sbcglobal.net) know if you would like to be added to the email list for Friday Bird Walks. But if you are not on the email list, the same details will usually be added to this page at about the same time the email is sent. Car-poolers will share driving expenses (recommended $.30/mi to be split by the number of riders). Leader: Murray Berner DIRECTIONS: Meet at Sweeney's Sport Store, 1537 Imola Ave West, Napa, to carpool. |
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'Citizen Science Friday' Land Stewardship Volunteer Opportunity
Friday,
DEC
17, 2010
8:30 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Solano Land Trust properties "Citizen Science Friday" is led by SLT staff scientist, Sue Wickham. This outdoor volunteer opportunity includes restoration, maintenance, and improvement projects. You'll learn about the importance of native species, the impact of introduced species, and how soil, plants, animals, light and moisture levelsinteract in an ecosystem. Bring gloves, pants, windbreaker, sunscreen, hat, water, snack, insect repellant. Requires the ability to hike in about 1 mile and around a site with uneven terrain. RSVP required. Locations vary. Meeting place provided upon RSVP. (sue@solanolandtrust.org) Leader: Sue Wickham |
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Citizen Science Day
Saturday,
DEC
18, 2010
8:30 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Solano Land Trust properties This outdoor volunteer opportunity includes restoration, maintenance, and improvement projects. You'll learn about the importance of native species, the impact of introduced species, and how soil, plants, animals, light and moisture levelsinteract in an ecosystem. Bring gloves, pants, windbreaker, sunscreen, hat, water, snack, insect repellant. Requires the ability to hike in about 1 mile and around a site with uneven terrain. RSVP required. Locations vary. Meeting place provided upon RSVP. (sue@solanolandtrust.org) Leader: Sue Wickham |
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Rush Ranch 'Getting the Rush'
Saturday,
DEC
18, 2010
9:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Rush Ranch Fun for the entire family! Guided Interpretive Walk (Meet @ Nature Center at 9 AM), Blacksmith Shop Demonstrations, Access Adventure Wagon Rides and Native American Culture Display. Interpretive walk - 9AM, Blacksmith demo - 10AM, Wagon rides - 11AM 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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Eagles, Hawks & other Birds of Prey Tour
Saturday,
DEC
18, 2010
10:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Lynch Canyon Join raptor expert Larry Broderick to see eagles, hawks, falcons, owls, and other birds of prey in the skies above Lynch Canyon. You’ll learn identification, behavior, and ecology of these majestic birds. Broderick has 25 years of experience studying raptors, and he loves to share his insights in an entertaining way. Lynch Canyon has beautiful vistas and it’s closed to the public until February 11, 2011, so take advantage of this special opportunity to visit! Meet at 10am sharp (gate locks behind us) at the Lynch Canyon entrance gate: Intersection of Lynch Road & McGary Road, Vallejo, CA. Bring water, snack or bag lunch, and binoculars. Be prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes and protection from both sun and wind). All ages are welcome. You must be able to hike four miles at a moderate pace, up and down steep hills. No dogs. Donations are requested but not required. Heavy rain cancels. For more information contact Natalie at 707-432-0150 x200 or volunteer@SolanoLandTrust.org. Leader: Larry Broderick Location: 3100 Lynch Road Vallejo |
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Benicia Christmas Bird Count Preview
Sunday,
DEC
19, 2010
8:00 AM NAPA - SOLANO AUDUBON SOCIETY — Solano County The Benicia Christmas Count will be held on Monday, December 20. "Pre-count" observations can be recorded for 3 consecutive days before the count day and "post-count" for 3 days after the count day. Robin Leong is our Christmas Count Compiler and we will be checking out various areas in the count circle, adding birds we may not see on count day. Everyone is welcome and this is a great chance to learn more about our Christmas Count and how you can help. Pack a lunch. Be prepared to bird till 2:00 PM. Car-poolers will share driving expenses (recommended $.30/mi to be split by the number of riders). Click on event link above for more information. Leader: Robin Leong DIRECTIONS: Carpool Times & Locations: Napa - 7:30 AM Sweeney's Sport Store, 1537 Imola Ave West, Napa Vallejo - 8:00 AM Baskin-Robbins, 5182 Sonoma Blvd, Vallejo |
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Benicia Christmas Bird Count
Monday,
DEC
20, 2010
8:00 AM NAPA - SOLANO AUDUBON SOCIETY — Solano County We hope you can join the fun as we carry out the 64th Benicia Christmas Bird Count! Birders and helpers of all levels welcome! We need volunteers in all areas: on land, in boats, canoes, and in backyards watching feeders. Or you can help prepare food for the hungry volunteers when they come in from the field! Click on the event link above for sign-up forms and information about our Post-count Compilation and Potluck Dinner. DIRECTIONS: Various locations. |
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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
DEC
31, 2010
8:00 AM NAPA - SOLANO AUDUBON SOCIETY — Napa and Solano Counties The destination for each Friday bird walk is not decided until a few days before the trip. An email is sent out each week describing the destination for the upcoming trip. Let Cheryl Harris (cheryleharris@sbcglobal.net) know if you would like to be added to the email list for Friday Bird Walks. But if you are not on the email list, the same details will usually be added to this page at about the same time the email is sent. Car-poolers will share driving expenses (recommended $.30/mi to be split by the number of riders). Leader: Murray Berner DIRECTIONS: Meet at Sweeney's Sport Store, 1537 Imola Ave West, Napa, to carpool. |
