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Hike at King-Swett Ranches
Saturday,
SEP
1, 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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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
SEP
1, 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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Lake Solano Tour
Saturday,
SEP
1, 2012
10:00 AM SOLANO COUNTY PARKS — Lake Solano County Park Join a guided walk along the Shoreline Trail to learn about the history and plant life along Putah Creek. Walk back through the mists of time to learn about the Patwin Indians, the Berryessa brothers and John Wolfskill’s impact on the region. Enjoy the beauty of nature; the lake and its surroundings. Discover how Putah Creek was transformed into Lake Solano, bringing water to farmers and residents of Solano County. Learn about the native trees and plants, and some of their medicinal secrets, passed down through the generations by the Native Americans. You may also spot a Great Blue Heron, a snowy egret, a peacock in all its feathered glory or other wildlife on the tour. Hats, sunglasses, sunscreen and water are recommended for this walk. Visitors will meet at 10:00 am at the Lake Solano Park Nature Center. The presentation is free, but parking is $5 per vehicle, payable across the road at the entrance to the day use area. No RSVP is necessary. For questions in advance, call 707-432-0150 x200 or email. For same-day information, call 530-795-2990. Make a day of it by bringing a picnic lunch for afterwards, renting a canoe, or staying and camping the whole weekend! Leader: Cricket Kanouff and Kitty Van Newkoop Parking Fee: $5 Location: 8685 Pleasants Valley Road Winters, CA DIRECTIONS: Lake Solano Park straddles Pleasants Valley Road, north of Vacaville and near the town of Winters. The address is 8685 Pleasants Valley Rd. Park on the east-side of Pleasants Valley Rd. Then walk to the Nature Center on the west-side. |
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Friday evening wine and walk (or just good talk) in the Preserve
Friday,
SEP
7, 2012
6:00 PM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve Join us from 6:00-7:00pm for some wine and good conversation at the Visitors Center. Bring wine to share or sip some of our collection of inexpensive wine and we'll provide cheese and crackers. Leader: Myrna Hayes Location: 1595 Railroad Ave Mare Island Vallejo |
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A walk at Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve
Saturday,
SEP
8, 2012
9:30 AM SIERRA CLUB REDWOOD CHAPTER — Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve We will walk to the highest point on Mare Island and encounter various wildflowers and spectacular views towards the Carquinez Strait and San Pablo Bay with the likelihood of seeing fledgling ospreys and great blue herons along the way. The route also includes various historical features along the way. This walk is a fairly easy 3.0 mile r/t walk on paved roads. Class E-4-A. Leader: Brian Collett Location: 1595 Railroad Ave. Mare Island Vallejo |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
SEP
8, 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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Suisun Marsh Walk
Saturday,
SEP
8, 2012
9:30 AM SUISUN MARSH NATURAL HISTORY ASSOCIATION — Peytonia Ecological Reserve As the seasons change in the Suisun Marsh, it cycles through many different conditions. And all year it is alive with the many resident birds and plants. Now is a good time to take a trek through Peytonia Ecological Reserve in Suisun and learn more about the flora and fauna of these unique wetlands. The Suisun Marsh Natural History Association has scheduled a 1-1/2 hour guided walk through the reserve on Saturday. The walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. and will highlight the current and past uses of plants growing there as well as the natural history of resident birds and animals. Binoculars and walking shoes are recommended. This walk is likely to fill early, so enroll today ! For more information or to register, call the Wildlife Center at: (707) 429-4295. This event is free to members and $5.00 for non-members. All proceeds assist the Suisun Marsh Natural History Association in its Suisun Wildlife Center. Entrance Fee: $5 Location: 1171 Kellogg St Suisun City |
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Raptor Migration Tour
Sunday,
SEP
9, 2012
10:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Lynch Canyon Join Larry Broderick’s birding bonanza at Lynch Canyon to discover, observe and learn about eagles, hawks and other birds of prey. Previous sightings include golden eagles, Cooper’s hawks, ferruginous hawks, American kestrels, white tailed kites, red-tailed hawks, Northern harriers, and turkey vultures. Each fall and winter season he offers tours on Solano Land Trust lands. Take advantage of these special opportunities to see resident, migrating and over-wintering raptors. Broderick brings over 25 years of experience studying, researching, rescuing and rehabilitating birds of prey. He’s a gifted and entertaining teacher who is anxious to share his knowledge of and passion for raptors with others. He distinguishes a ferruginous hawk from a red-tailed hawk and a prairie falcon from a peregrine falcon from great distances, and he demonstrates the wingbeat patterns of different species by the way he flaps his arms. What to Bring: binoculars, a backpack with plenty of water and snacks, boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes, long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, protection from sun, wind, and fog, cash for parking ($5) and optional donation. Also recommended: camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, and a picnic lunch for afterwards. All ages are welcome, but participants must be prepared for a moderate pace covering about 4 miles, possibly off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants and thistle, and passing free range cattle along the way. RSVP requested to Mary Beth at 707-685-5908, or email Mary Beth. Meet in the Lynch Canyon parking lot at 10am sharp. Leader: Larry Broderick Location: 3100 Lynch Road Vallejo |
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Sunday Sweet Pea Storytelling Tea
Sunday,
SEP
9, 2012
3:00 PM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Our Sunday "Sweet Pea" Storytelling Tea, is a cream tea served every Sunday afternoon beginning at 3pm under the tent at our Visitors Center. This past Sunday a new friend Janine came by, helped set the table and visited with us about her multiple ties to Mare Island. The tea party continued for hours. . . What fun! Join us for tea, please. We share stories of Mare Island history served with scones or cookies and a cup of tea. No reservations are required and it's free, although donations are greatly appreciated. Your donations from the Sunday teas will go towards making a tree fort in the Rowser Garden where the tire swing is now, and other kid friendly programs and projects for the Preserve. Location: 167 O’Hara Court @ Railroad Avenue Mare Island Vallejo |
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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
SEP
14, 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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Friday evening wine and walk (or just good talk) in the Preserve
Friday,
SEP
14, 2012
6:00 PM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve Join us from 6:00-7:00pm for some wine and good conversation at the Visitors Center. Bring wine to share or sip some of our collection of inexpensive wine and we'll provide cheese and crackers. Leader: Myrna Hayes Location: 1595 Railroad Ave Mare Island Vallejo |
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Coastal Clean-up Day
Saturday,
SEP
15, 2012
9:00 AM Come be a part of cleaning up Solano County's coastlines and creeks! Make our waterways beautiful and healthy for wildlife. There will be clean-up locations in your city and local park throughout Solano County (including Lake Solano and Sandy Beach County Parks). Cleanup sites are located throughout the county. Please see website for a location near you. Advanced sign-ups are requested so coordinators can have enough clean-up supplies on-hand for you and your group. |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
SEP
15, 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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Rush Ranch 'Get the Rush'
Saturday,
SEP
15, 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! Choose from several activities: 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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Sunday Sweet Pea Storytelling Tea
Sunday,
SEP
16, 2012
3:00 PM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Our Sunday "Sweet Pea" Storytelling Tea, is a cream tea served every Sunday afternoon beginning at 3pm under the tent at our Visitors Center. This past Sunday a new friend Janine came by, helped set the table and visited with us about her multiple ties to Mare Island. The tea party continued for hours. . . What fun! Join us for tea, please. We share stories of Mare Island history served with scones or cookies and a cup of tea. No reservations are required and it's free, although donations are greatly appreciated. Your donations from the Sunday teas will go towards making a tree fort in the Rowser Garden where the tire swing is now, and other kid friendly programs and projects for the Preserve. Location: 167 O’Hara Court @ Railroad Avenue Mare Island Vallejo |
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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
SEP
21, 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,
SEP
21, 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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Friday evening wine and walk (or just good talk) in the Preserve
Friday,
SEP
21, 2012
6:00 PM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve Join us from 6:00-7:00pm for some wine and good conversation at the Visitors Center. Bring wine to share or sip some of our collection of inexpensive wine and we'll provide cheese and crackers. Leader: Myrna Hayes Location: 1595 Railroad Ave Mare Island Vallejo |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
SEP
22, 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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Sunday Sweet Pea Storytelling Tea
Sunday,
SEP
23, 2012
3:00 PM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Our Sunday "Sweet Pea" Storytelling Tea, is a cream tea served every Sunday afternoon beginning at 3pm under the tent at our Visitors Center. This past Sunday a new friend Janine came by, helped set the table and visited with us about her multiple ties to Mare Island. The tea party continued for hours. . . What fun! Join us for tea, please. We share stories of Mare Island history served with scones or cookies and a cup of tea. No reservations are required and it's free, although donations are greatly appreciated. Your donations from the Sunday teas will go towards making a tree fort in the Rowser Garden where the tire swing is now, and other kid friendly programs and projects for the Preserve. Location: 167 O’Hara Court @ Railroad Avenue Mare Island Vallejo |
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Friday Bird Walk
Friday,
SEP
28, 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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Friday evening wine and walk (or just good talk) in the Preserve
Friday,
SEP
28, 2012
6:00 PM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve Join us from 6:00-7:00pm for some wine and good conversation at the Visitors Center. Bring wine to share or sip some of our collection of inexpensive wine and we'll provide cheese and crackers. Leader: Myrna Hayes Location: 1595 Railroad Ave Mare Island Vallejo |
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19th Annual Children’s Free Fishing Derby
Saturday,
SEP
29, 2012
9:00 AM VACAVILLE SUNRISE ROTARY CLUB — Lake Solano County Park The Derby is open to youngsters 14 and Under. No Fishing License Required. First 500 Kids receive free fishing gear, bait, lunch, awards and raffle prizes. Takes place in the specially stocked Alvin Bonifacio Fishing Pond at Lake Solano County Park. For more information please call: 707 447-3884 or 707 469-1632 or contact by email. Parking Fee: $5 Location: 8685 Pleasants Valley Road Winters, CA |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
SEP
29, 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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Raptor Migration Tour
Saturday,
SEP
29, 2012
10:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Lynch Canyon Join Larry Broderick’s birding bonanza at Lynch Canyon to discover, observe and learn about eagles, hawks and other birds of prey. Previous sightings include golden eagles, Cooper’s hawks, ferruginous hawks, American kestrels, white tailed kites, red-tailed hawks, Northern harriers, and turkey vultures. Each fall and winter season he offers tours on Solano Land Trust lands. Take advantage of these special opportunities to see resident, migrating and over-wintering raptors. Broderick brings over 25 years of experience studying, researching, rescuing and rehabilitating birds of prey. He’s a gifted and entertaining teacher who is anxious to share his knowledge of and passion for raptors with others. He distinguishes a ferruginous hawk from a red-tailed hawk and a prairie falcon from a peregrine falcon from great distances, and he demonstrates the wingbeat patterns of different species by the way he flaps his arms. What to Bring: binoculars, a backpack with plenty of water and snacks, boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes, long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, protection from sun, wind, and fog, cash for parking ($5) and optional donation. Also recommended: camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, and a picnic lunch for afterwards. All ages are welcome, but participants must be prepared for a moderate pace covering about 4 miles, possibly off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants and thistle, and passing free range cattle along the way. RSVP requested to Mary Beth at 707-685-5908, or email Mary Beth. Meet in the Lynch Canyon parking lot at 10am sharp. Leader: Larry Broderick Location: 3100 Lynch Road Vallejo |
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“Feels Like Fall” Bluegrass in the Rowser Garden Under a Full Moon
Saturday,
SEP
29, 2012
5:00 PM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve Potluck Picnic dinner -- free rootbeer floats -- 5:00-6:00 pm Sunset walk to Mare Island Hilltop from the Garden 6:30 pm Music begins 7:30 pm Requested donation = $10 adults, $5 seniors and students, children free No reservations required Please note: The Rowser Garden is a 20-minute walk uphill from the visitors center parking (limited vehicle access for mobility-impaired). Bring beach chairs, mats and quilts for seating on gently sloped hillside. Also bring jackets and blankets! Want to help out? Send Myrna Hayes an email or call 707-249-9633. Leader: Myrna Hayes Food will be available. Performers: Location: 1595 Railroad Ave Mare Island Vallejo |
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Sunday Sweet Pea Storytelling Tea
Sunday,
SEP
30, 2012
3:00 PM MARE ISLAND HERITAGE TRUST — Mare Island Our Sunday "Sweet Pea" Storytelling Tea, is a cream tea served every Sunday afternoon beginning at 3pm under the tent at our Visitors Center. This past Sunday a new friend Janine came by, helped set the table and visited with us about her multiple ties to Mare Island. The tea party continued for hours. . . What fun! Join us for tea, please. We share stories of Mare Island history served with scones or cookies and a cup of tea. No reservations are required and it's free, although donations are greatly appreciated. Your donations from the Sunday teas will go towards making a tree fort in the Rowser Garden where the tire swing is now, and other kid friendly programs and projects for the Preserve. Location: 167 O’Hara Court @ Railroad Avenue Mare Island Vallejo |
