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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
AUG
3, 2012
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. |
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Hike at King-Swett Ranches
Saturday,
AUG
4, 2012
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. Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for a strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. 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. Be ready to carpool or caravan from there. Heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. RSVP requested, but not required: Natalie at 707-432-0150 x200 (office), 415-517-2624 (cell), 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
4, 2012
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. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard. RSVP requested, but not required: email Ken Poerner or 707-580-6277 (cell). 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 Party
Saturday,
AUG
4, 2012
10:00 AM You’re invited to Smokey Bear’s birthday party! The family fun starts at 10am and lasts about an hour. It will be a morning full 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” which includes a fire engine, how to stop, drop and roll, and maybe even how to squirt the fire hose. Smokey’s birthday celebration is free, but parking is $5 per vehicle. No RSVP is necessary. Parking Fee: $5 Location: 8685 Pleasants Valley Road Winters, CA |
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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
AUG
10, 2012
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. |
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5th Annual Mare Faire
Friday,
AUG
10, 2012
9:00 AM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve Guided hikes, outings and tours throughout the Island. Exhibits, demonstrations and presentations at the Visitors Center. Location: 1595 Railroad Ave Mare Island Vallejo DIRECTIONS: Preserve Visitor Center, Building A-167 |
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Family Campout at Children's Wonderland
Friday,
AUG
10, 2012
6:30 PM GVRD — Children's Wonderland Park Join us for an old-fashioned campout! Children's Wonderland transforms into "Camp Fun Haven" for the night! Bring your tent, bed rolls, and a willingness to participate and have fun. Pitch your tent on the soft green grass and stay up as long as you want! Enjoy a professional recreation staff that will make your camping experience an enjoyable one. Begins Friday, August 10th at 6:30p.m. Ends Saturday, August 11th at 10:00a.m. $30 covers 1 adult and child; $12 each additional person in same family. Limit is 100 participants. Each child must be accompanied by a responsible adult over 21 years of age. Includes dinner, breakfast, outdoor movie, camp fire with smores, night games, and more! For more information contact GVRD Main Office at 707-648-4600. Entrance Fee: $30 Registration is required. Food will be available. Location: 360 Glenn Street Vallejo |
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2nd Annual Aim for Ag & Open Space Sporting Clay Shoot & Luncheon
Saturday,
AUG
11, 2012
8:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Bird's Landing Hunting Preserve Join us for our second annual sporting clay shoot! This year we are offering either 50- or 100-target options. Awards will include: High Overall, Labor Division, Ladies, Under 18, and Duck-and-Cover! The 50-target shoot is $75 and includes: 50-target sporting clay shoot, all ammo, eye/ear protection & a shooter's gift, Vinnie's Smokin' BBQ lunch & hosted beer and wine, safety instruction, and free beginner's clinic (optional). The 100-target shoot is $110 and includes: 100-target sporting clay shoot, all ammo, eye/ear protection & a shooter's gift, Vinnie's Smokin' BBQ lunch & hosted beer and wine, safety instruction, and free beginner's clinic (optional). Does a non-shooter want to come along and enjoy the day? "Lunch Only" tickets are also available for $15/each. Entrance Fee: $75 Location: 2099 Collinsville Rd Birds Landing, CA 94512 |
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5th Annual Mare Faire
Saturday,
AUG
11, 2012
9:00 AM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve Guided hikes, outings and tours throughout the Island. Exhibits, demonstrations and presentations at the Visitors Center. Location: 1595 Railroad Ave Mare Island Vallejo DIRECTIONS: Preserve Visitor Center, Building A-167 |
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5th Annual Mare Faire
Sunday,
AUG
12, 2012
9:00 AM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve Guided hikes, outings and tours throughout the Island. Exhibits, demonstrations and presentations at the Visitors Center. Location: 1595 Railroad Ave Mare Island Vallejo DIRECTIONS: Preserve Visitor Center, Building A-167 |
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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
AUG
17, 2012
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. |
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'Citizen Science Friday' Land Stewardship Volunteer Opportunity
Friday,
AUG
17, 2012
8:30 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Lynch Canyon / King-Swett Ranches Join our Citizen Science Friday team! Solano Land Trust's staff scientist, Sue Wickham, leads you on this outdoor volunteer opportunity where together you restore, maintain, and monitor the health of Lynch Canyon and the King-Swett Ranches. You learn about the importance of native species, the impact of invasive non-native species, and how soil, plants, animals, light and moisture levels interact in an ecosystem. No experience necessary! Heavy rain will cancel—call Sue's cell phone if the weather is uncertain: 707-590-0307. Bring: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks, heavy work gloves, boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain, long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@SolanoLandTrust.org. Leader: Sue Wickham DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP. |
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Rush Ranch 'Get the Rush'
Saturday,
AUG
18, 2012
10:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST AND RUSH RANCH EDUCATIONAL COUNCIL — Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities designed for families—all ages and mobility levels are welcome! This month’s Get the Rush is extra special because Virgil Sellers and his blacksmith team will refurbish a 150-year old wagon wheel – the old fashioned way! Travel back in time as you enter the historic Rush Ranch Blacksmith Shop. Learn about traditional blacksmithing tools and equipment, and see the forge in the center of the ranch. Join in an interactive demonstration with a smithy, and you may even get the opportunity to make your own iron nail or other keepsake! Or, if weather permits, visit Little Bear at his table full of Native American tools and decorations, most of which he hand-crafted himself. Ask him about his life experiences and the history and culture of Native Americans. Also, if weather and resources permit, take a horse-drawn wagon ride. Wheelchair users are encouraged and can board via a solar-powered wheelchair lift. These rides allow those with limited mobility to experience the freedom and excitement of exploring beautiful open spaces like Rush Ranch with highly trained horses and experienced drivers. Bring: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. 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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A Night with the Stars
Saturday,
AUG
18, 2012
7:00 PM RUSH RANCH EDUCATIONAL COUNCIL AND SOLANO LAND TRUST — Rush Ranch This is a an informal stargazing event, without a guest speaker; however, we will still have an amateur astronomer on hand providing assistance in locating night sky objects, along with several telescopes. Use of personal telescopes are encouraged, but please be familiar with their use & set-up, as instruction will not be available. Please bring warm clothing and mosquito repellent. Outdoor viewing begins when darkness falls. Children are welcome, but must remain supervised at all times. Please bring warm clothing and mosquito repellent. NOTE: To protect night vision, all flashlights must have a red bulb or be covered with red cellophane. Latecomers please dim headlights or use only parking lights once inside the parking area. Leader: Jim Jerrell 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,
AUG
24, 2012
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. |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
AUG
25, 2012
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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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
AUG
31, 2012
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. |
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Sunset & Blue Moon Hike
Friday,
AUG
31, 2012
6:00 PM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Lynch Canyon Discover a different point of view with a sunset and blue moon hike at Lynch Canyon. Join volunteer Lawrence Sander for this after-dark hike up steep hills to the Bay Area Ridge Trail. Watch the blue moon rise at 7:29pm and the sun set at 7:39pm, with sweeping vistas of the bay and mountains. Space is limited and reservations are required: volunteer@solanolandtrust.org or 707-432-0150 x200. Leader: Lawrence Sander Location: 3100 Lynch Road Vallejo |
