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Hike at King-Swett Ranches
Saturday,
AUG
6, 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. |
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Volunteer Day at Rush Ranch
Saturday,
AUG
6, 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. |
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Smokey Bear's Birthday
Saturday,
AUG
6, 2011
10:00 AM SOLANO COUNTY PARKS — Lake Solano You're invited to Smokey Bear's birthday party! The family fun starts at 10am and lasts about an hour, with plenty of exciting, hands-on activities. Children and the young at heart will be delighted to meet Smokey in person, and all ages will be excited for a firefighting show-and-tell including a fire engine, how to stop, drop and roll, and maybe even how to squirt the fire hose. Pledge to "Get Your Smokey On" and do your part to prevent wildfires. Smokey's birthday celebration is free, but parking is $5 per vehicle. No RSVP is necessary. For questions, call 530-795-2990. Parking Fee: $5 Location: 8685 Pleasants Valley Road Winters, CA |
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4th Annual Mare Faire
Saturday,
AUG
13, 2011
9:00 AM MARE ISLAND SHORELINE HERITAGE PRESERVE — Mare Island Hikes, guided outings, citizen science projects, art, music and food! Location: Preserve Visitor Center Building A-167 Vallejo |
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Volunteer Day at Lynch Canyon
Saturday,
AUG
13, 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 |
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Nature Walk at Lake Solano
Saturday,
AUG
13, 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 |
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4th Annual Mare Faire
Sunday,
AUG
14, 2011
9:00 AM MARE ISLAND SHORELINE HERITAGE PRESERVE — Mare Island Hikes, guided outings, citizen science projects, art, music and food! Location: Preserve Visitor Center Building A-167 Vallejo |
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'Citizen Science Friday' Land Stewardship Volunteer Opportunity
Friday,
AUG
19, 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 |
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Rush Ranch 'Get the Rush'
Saturday,
AUG
20, 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. |
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Aim for Ag & Open Space Sporting Clay Shoot & Luncheon
Saturday,
AUG
20, 2011
10:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Bird's Landing Join us for our first annual sporting clays shoot and luncheon. This will be a 50-target sporting clay shoot, eye and ear protection and shooter's gift included, with a catered luncheon after the shoot. 8:00-10:30AM Optional Beginners' clinic; 10:00AM Registration for 11AM-1PM Shoot; 1:00PM Lunch, special drawing, and raffle. Featuring special guest shooter, professional duck caller Billy Gianquinto! Contact Darrin Berardi, 707-328-8433, for more information. Entrance Fee: $75 |
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Blacksmith Demonstration
Saturday,
AUG
20, 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. |
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Access Adventures
Saturday,
AUG
20, 2011
11:00 AM RUSH RANCH EDUCATIONAL COUNCIL — 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. |
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Nature Walk at Lake Solano
Saturday,
AUG
27, 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 |
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Tour at Lynch Canyon
Saturday,
AUG
27, 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 |
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Nature Walk at Lake Solano
Sunday,
AUG
28, 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 |
