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Friday Bird Walk   Friday,  JUL  1, 2011
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. If you would like to be added to the email list for Friday Bird Walks, you can submit your information on our sign-up page. 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.

 
Hike at King-Swett Ranches   Saturday,  JUL  2, 2011
9:00 AM

SOLANO LAND TRUST —  King-Swett Ranches
Join Solano Land Trust docent Jim Walsh for a rigorous hike through the King-Swett Ranches. These ranches are only accessible in the company of trained Solano Land Trust docents, so take advantage of this opportunity to get healthy exercise and see spectacular views. They are working ranches, so cattle may be present. Requires the ability to hike off-trail, through thistle, on uneven ground and hilly terrain. BRING: Backpack, water, snacks or bag lunch, insect repellent. Come prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes (including pants, boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes) and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Meet promptly 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. RSVP to Natalie at 707-432-0150 x200, volunteer@SolanoLandTrust.org.
Leader: Jim Walsh
Location: Vallejo  
DIRECTIONS: Meet promptly 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.

 
Volunteer Day at Rush Ranch   Saturday,  JUL  2, 2011
9:00 AM

SOLANO LAND TRUST —  Rush Ranch
Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. Come prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes (including pants, boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes) and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. RSVP to Natalie at 707-432-0150 x200, volunteer@SolanoLandTrust.org. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.
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.

 
Friday Bird Walk   Friday,  JUL  8, 2011
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. If you would like to be added to the email list for Friday Bird Walks, you can submit your information on our sign-up page. 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.

 
Volunteer Day at Lynch Canyon   Saturday,  JUL  9, 2011
9:00 AM

SOLANO LAND TRUST —  Lynch Canyon
Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Help Solano Land Trust Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain Lynch Canyon's over 1,000 acres of grassland, oak woodland and riparian habitat. BRING: Backpack, water, snacks or bag lunch, insect repellent, work gloves. Be prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes including pants, boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind fog, and rain. Upon arrival, arrange a one-time free parking pass with County Parks or Land Trust staff.
Leader: Ken Poerner
Location:
     3100 Lynch Road
     Vallejo  

 
Nature Walk at Lake Solano    Saturday,  JUL  9, 2011
10:00 AM

SOLANO COUNTY PARKS  —  Lake Solano
Come enjoy a docent-led hike at Lake Solano Park. The docents will speak on the history of Putah Creek and the native flowers, trees and animals in the area.
Parking Fee: $5
Location:
     8685 Pleasants Valley Road
     Winters, CA
       

 
Friday Bird Walk   Friday,  JUL  15, 2011
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. If you would like to be added to the email list for Friday Bird Walks, you can submit your information on our sign-up page. 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.

 
'Citizen Science Friday' Land Stewardship Volunteer Opportunity   Friday,  JUL  15, 2011
8:30 AM

SOLANO LAND TRUST —  TBA
Put your thinking cap on for Citizen Science Friday! Led by Solano Land Trust staff scientist, Sue Wickham, this outdoor volunteer opportunity includes restoration, maintenance, and monitoring. You’ll learn about the importance of native species, the impact of introduced species, and how soil, plants, animals, light and moisture levels interact in an ecosystem. RSVP to Natalie at 707-432-0150 x200 or volunteer@SolanoLandTrust.org. Bring water, a snack or bag lunch, and gloves. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain). Be sure to wear pants and sturdy, closed-toe shoes (preferably waterproof boots).
Leader: Sue Wickham

 
Rush Ranch 'Get the Rush'   Saturday,  JUL  16, 2011
9:00 AM

SOLANO LAND TRUST —  Rush Ranch
Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities designed for families—all ages and mobility levels are welcome! From 9:00am to 10:00am: Tour the scenic tidal marsh and upland grasses of Rush Ranch. 10am to 1pm: Take a trip back in time at the historic Rush Ranch Blacksmith Shop, and Little Bear's display of Native American tools and decorations. 11am to 1pm: Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides (all are welcome, but the wagons are especially designed for wheelchairs and others with limited mobility). Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the all-volunteer organizations, Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure.
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.

 
Blacksmith Demonstration   Saturday,  JUL  16, 2011
10:00 AM

RUSH RANCH EDUCATIONAL COUNCIL —  Rush Ranch
Skilled docent, Virgil Sellars, displays traditional blacksmithing skills using authentic tools and equipment in the ranch’s historic blacksmith shop.
Leader: Virgil Sellars
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.

 
Access Adventures   Saturday,  JUL  16, 2011
11:00 AM

ACCESS ADVENTURES —  Rush Ranch
Access Adventure uses uniquely designed vehicles to offer a safe and comfortable ride to anyone living with a condition that affects their ability to get around. Access Adventures' specially built Thornlea Carriages are designed to accommodate wheelchair users and and others with limited mobility.
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.

 
Sunset Tour   Saturday,  JUL  16, 2011
6:00 PM

SOLANO LAND TRUST —  Lynch Canyon
Join guide Brett Saunders for an evening hike to the top of Prairie Ridge to watch the sun go down. Then hike back under a full moon. BRING: Backpack, water, snacks, headlamp or flashlight, bug repellent. Come prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes (including pants, boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes) and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. RSVP required: volunteer@solanolandtrust.org or 707-432-0150x200.
Leader: Brett Saunders
Location:
     3100 Lynch Road
     Vallejo  

 
Friday Bird Walk   Friday,  JUL  22, 2011
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. If you would like to be added to the email list for Friday Bird Walks, you can submit your information on our sign-up page. 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.

 
Nature Walk at Lake Solano    Saturday,  JUL  23, 2011
10:00 AM

SOLANO COUNTY PARKS —  Lake Solano
Come enjoy a docent-led hike at Lake Solano Park. The docents will speak on the history of Putah Creek and the native flowers, trees and animals in the area.
Parking Fee: $5
Location:
     8685 Pleasants Valley Road
     Winters, CA
       

 
Tour at Lynch Canyon   Saturday,  JUL  23, 2011
10:00 AM

SOLANO LAND TRUST AND SOLANO COUNTY PARKS —  Lynch Canyon
Solano County Parks and Solano Land Trust invite you to join a Solano Land Trust docent for a guided hike of Lynch Canyon. Learn about the animals and plants that live in the grassland, oak woodland, and riparian habitats, and about local rich human history. Be sure to pay the $5 parking fee. BRING: Backpack, water, snacks or bag lunch, insect repellent. Be prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes including pants, boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. No RSVP required. For questions, contact Natalie at 707-432-0150 x200 or volunteer@SolanoLandTrust.org.
Parking Fee: $5
Location:
     3100 Lynch Road
     Vallejo  

 
Nature Walk at Lake Solano    Sunday,  JUL  24, 2011
10:00 AM

SOLANO COUNTY PARKS —  Lake Solano
Come enjoy a docent-led hike at Lake Solano Park. The docents will speak on the history of Putah Creek and the native flowers, trees and animals in the area.
Parking Fee: $5
Location:
     8685 Pleasants Valley Road
     Winters, CA
       

 
Friday Bird Walk   Friday,  JUL  29, 2011
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. If you would like to be added to the email list for Friday Bird Walks, you can submit your information on our sign-up page. 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.