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Dec 5 ~ Holiday Wreath Making ~
Nov 19 ~ Sonoma Coast ~ 8:30a-2:30p; Meet at Duncan’s Landing
with Kate Lundquist of the Occidental Arts and Ecology Center. 7-8:30p; $10 at the door. 15290 Coleman Valley Rd, Occidental. A vital part of our local ecosystems, beaver were once close to complete extinction in the United States. Kate will share the historical plight of this “keystone” species. Hear findings from her research and how you can help the Bring Back the Beaver Campaign.
Nov 6 ~ Redwood Empire Chapter Trout Unlimited General Meeting ~ 7p, Old Fellows Hall, 545 Pacific Ave, Santa Rosa. Rob Masonis will be guest speaker and will be discussing wild steelhead issues in California, and the importance of both conservation and sustainable fishing.
Nov 7 ~ Robert Ferguson Observatory Events ~ Solar Viewing, 11a-3p. Free. Public Star Party, 6p. The observatory’s three main telescopes are open for viewing. Admission to park is $3 per adult, 18 and under free. State Park Admission is $8 per car. Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood. www.rfo.org
Nov 14 ~ Whale Watch Event at Sonoma Coast ~ The Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods and California State Parks will be at the Bodega Bay Fire Protection District in Bodega Bay from 9a-1:30p. Come for a presentation about the Pacific gray whale migration, let by “Whale Mother” Bea Brunn.
www.sugarloafpark.org/event. FREE unless specified. 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood. $8 parking fee.
Laguna de Santa Rosa ~ 900 Sanford Rd, Nov 14 ~ Ecological Handprints: Lifting
Landpaths ~ 618 4th St #217, Santa Rosa ~ LandPaths.org ~ info@landpaths.org ~ Pre-registration required, FREE unless specified.
A birding adventure with local avian experts ‘Duck’ Dave Barry & Larry Broderick for a view of the raptor migration. Binoculars & bird books are highly recommended. 10a-2p Jenner Headlands. Meet at Russian Gulch parking area.
Sonoma Garden Park ~ 19996 7th St East, Sonoma.
Nov 19 ~ Birds and Badgers Lecture ~
Pepperwood Preserve ~ 2130 Pepperwood Preserve Rd, Santa Rosa. (707) 591- 9310x204 www.pepperwoodpreserve. org. Event Line: 707-524-9318. FREE of charge unless otherwise specified, donations encouraged.
Wine Country Nature Lectures, curated by Sonoma Birding. 7-8:30p at the Veteran’s Memorial Building, 126 First Street West, Sonoma. Sonoma $8 at door. www.sonomanature.org or 707-939-8007.
Nov 6 ~ Discover Nature: Where the Wild Things Are ~ explore the animals of Pepperwood through the eyes of our wildlife cameras. 7p lecture by Michelle Halbur, Preserve Ecologist, open house starts at 6:30p. Dwight Center $10 suggested donation, students free.
Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods ~
Volunteer, learn, or teach! Register at
Nov 15 ~ Public Hike ~ fun, exercise, and learning! Explore Pepperwood’s forests and grasslands as you learn about animals, plants, and the natural history of our 3,200 acre preserve. Moderate to strenuous hike of 3-4 miles. Se habla Español! 9a-1p, meet at the Dwight Center. FREE, donations appreciated.
www.stewardscr.org or 707-869-9177
Nov 11 ~ Trail Crew at Armstrong Redwoods ~ Meet at the Maintenance Shop at 9a. Call to sign-up 707-869-9177 or email Ruby rherrick@mcn.org.
Nov 25 ~ Trail Crew at Sonoma Coast ~
9a-2p; Call to sign up (707) 869-9177 or email Ruby Herrick rherrick@mcn.org. Active volunteers can call Bill Bambrick to find out details about the day: (707) 573-9782.
Nov 21 ~ Family Hike ~ Moderate hike of 1-3 miles at a slow pace. Se habla Español! 10a-12p. Meet at the Dwight Center FREE, donations appreciated.
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Sat ~ Tour the Garden ~ Master gardeners will lead you through all the newest installations.11a-12p; occurs weekly
Humanity While Lowering Our Footprint ~ Stories told from around the world.
Sat ~ Harvest Market, 9a-12p Sat ~ Tour the Garden 11a
Nov 17 ~ Leonid Meteor Shower ~ Star party begins 8p followed by meteor observing after 11:30p.
lend a hand VOLUNTEER
learn how to create a beautiful holiday wreath using local natural materials. 10:30a-12p or 1p-2:30p. Meet at the Bechtel House, $25 per participant ($20 for members) Ages 7 and up welcome
Nov 21 ~ Tolay Lake Regional Park ~ 8:30a-2p;
Nov 5 ~ Beaver Stewardship in California:
A Dam Good Idea! ~ Presentation Sugarloaf Ridge State Park ~ Santa Rosa. www.lagunafoundation.org
Dec 2 ~ Lake Hennessey ~ 8:30-2p; Meet at parking area at bottom of Donn Dam spillway
Nov 1 ~ Trail Work Day ~ Help repair a section of Lower Bald Mountain Trail. Meet at 9a at the day use parking area. Parking passes, tools and snacks provided. Email trailscouncil@sonic.net if you plan to attend. 707-538-9389
Nov 15 ~ Raptors at Jenner Headlands ~
Nov 7 ~ Yoga Hike ~ Hike the 2 mile Meadow/Hillside Loop with yoga stops along the way. No mat necessary. Wear weather-appropriate clothing. 707-636-4436. $20 adult.
Madrone Audubon ~ The Board meets at 7PM the first Wednesday of the month at 55 Ridgway Ave, Ste. A, Santa Rosa, in the Environmental Center. INFO: (707) 546-7492 madroneaudubon.org
Nov 11 ~ Veterans Day Planet Walk ~
9a-1p. A 4.7 mile hike (with a 700 foot climb) and explore the solar system condensed into the boundaries of our park. Hike will meet at White Barn near the Observatory.
WORK DAYS: STEWARDSHIP
Nov 12 ~ Trail Clearing Day ~ Help keep trails clear of brush and free of mud and rocks. A variety of tasks will be done. Meet at Visitor’s Center at 9a. Tools provided. RSVP to John Roney at john@sonomaecologycenter.org
Nov 5 ~ Ellis Creek Water Recycling Facility ~ 8:30a-noon; meet at facility Nov 7 ~ Delta Pond & Santa Rosa Creek
Lend a hand to help support and maintain our local parks! Without help from you, many parks wouldn’t exist!
~ 8a-noon; Meet on Willowside Rd at
Nov 6 ~ Riddell Preserve ~ 9a-1p
Nov 14 ~ Fitch Mountain Preserve ~ 9a-1p Nov 20 ~ Bohemia Ecological Preserve
bridge, park off the pavement.
Nov 11 ~ Hudeman Slough ~ 8:30a-noon;
meet at Project Parking Lot
~9a-1p
Nov 27 ~ Black Friday Family Hike~
10a-noon. 3 mile family-friendly hike is good for all ages. Weather permitting, the hike will begin and end at the White Barn. Hike is free. $8 parking fee.
Juvenile Justice Commission ~ Nov 28 ~ Local Oaks Ecosystem Walk ~ Are you looking for a volunteer
Library ~ There are many Sonoma County people who work tirelessly repairing books, organizing them, etc., etc. for the Friends of the Santa Rosa Libraries Book Faire! You will not only go away w/ great reading, but your money will be very carefully used. www.sonomalibrary.org to find out all the services our libraries offer and really get your money’s worth! Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity to improve the lives of Sonoma County’s youth? Consider applying to the Juvenile Justice Commission. Visit our website at www.juvenilejusticecommission.org to learn more about the commission and submit an application (application link on website). INFO: Sarah Reid, Sonoma County Juvenile Justice Commission, scjjcaa@gmail.com
Habitat for Humanity of Sonoma County (HFHSC) is a volunteer- driven organization. We welcome people from all walks of life to join us as we build simple, decent, affordable houses in partnership with families in need. Contact Isabelle Accornero at i.accornero@habitatsoco.org for more details about volunteering.
10a-noon; Stroll along Sonoma Creek discussing our native oak woodland habitat. Meet at the Visitor Center. No RSVP necessary and no charge for the hike. Parking fees apply.
opportunity to improve the lives of Sonoma County’s youth? www.juvenilejusticecommission.org to learn more about the commission and submit an application. There are volunteer positions available now on the commission.
Airport Land Use Commission ~ There is a current vacancy on the Sonoma County Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC). The position is one of the commissioner seats appointed by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors. Persons interested in being considered may obtain an application at sonomacounty.ca.gov. Submit no later than Nov 15 to David Schiltgen, 2550 Ventura Ave, Santa Rosa.
Help others with taxes ~ The Sonoma/ Napa district of the Tax-Aide program needs more volunteers to assist seniors and low and moderate-income families with preparing and e-filing their tax returns, at no cost. If you can give at least four hours of your time per week during tax season (February through mid-April), you can make a difference. Learn more at aarp.org/taxvolunteer, or by emailing taxaide4sonomaco @ yahoo.com.