Page 62 - Sonoma County Gazette Janaury 2019

Jan 5 ~ Hike with A Naturalist - Newts, Nature Photography and iNaturalist at Trione- Annadel SP. Join Volunteer Interpretive Naturalist John Lynch up Cobblestone Trail to Frog Pond and back. FREE, 10a- 12p, Trione-Annadel State Park, 6201 Channel Drive, Santa Rosa, parks.ca.gov/Events/Details/11029
Jan 12 ~ Annual Lamb Walk 2019 - Bodega Land Trust - Hazel Flett will lead us on a walk at Bodega Pastures, teaching us about sustainable ranching. Adults $10, $5 for children 12 & under, 10a-12p, Bodega Pastures, walks@bodegalandtrust.org
Jan 12 ~ What was that bird we heard? Ear birding is the best way to learn our feathered fauna. Bring binoculars if possible & good shoes. $10, 9a, Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood, brownpapertickets.com/event/3915901
Jan 12 ~ Hopland Hikes: Meet the Lambs - Bring your family for a very short hike (1 mile - strollers and toddlers welcome!) to visit our new born lambs and sheep related activities suitable for children after the hike in our Rod Shippey Hall 10a-12p, Hopland Research and Extension Center, 4070 University Rd, Hopland INFO: Hannah Bird 707-744 1424 ext 105 hbird@ucanr.edu, REGISTER: ucanr.edu
Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3 ~ Winter Naturalist Program for Community Members 2019 - Learn about the natural and cultural history of Sonoma Mountain during this 4-day training. $40 (includes materials fee) per adult , Fairfield Osborn Preserve, Lichau Road, Penngrove. REGISTER: Julie Wittmann, julie.wittmann@sonoma.edu
Jan 15 ~ Thinking like an Oak: Two Centuries of Vegetation Change in Sonoma County with Arthur Dawson - What were Sonoma County’s woodlands like 200 years ago? What changes can we expect in 100 years? FREE, 7:30p, Luther Burbank Art and Garden Center, 2050 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa, milobaker.cnps.org
Jan 18 ~ Farmster Open Farm Friday - from 3-5pm for family, friends, and neighbors. Tour @ 3p, Hands-On Activity @ 4p, 3:00p - 5:00p, Farmster, 175 West Sierra Avenue, Cotati, Dustin DeMatteo, farmster.org, dustin.farmster@gmail.com
Jan 26 ~ Paula’s Easy Paced Hikes - Looking for Mushrooms at Trione-Annadel SP. Warren Richardson Trailhead Parking Lot. Explore the wonderful world of mushroom identification. FREE, Parking $7, 10a - 1:30p, Trione-Annadel State Park, 6201 Channel Drive, Santa Rosa, parks.ca.gov/Events/Details/11030
Jan 5 ~ Nuestros Parques - Spanish-language nature hikes. A bilingual naturalist leads these 2-4 mile family walks on the First Saturday of each month. 10a - 1p, followed by a potluck picnic! Please bring your own plates, utensils, and a healthy lunch dish to share. FREE. Coastal Prairie Trail - Bodega Bay Community Center, 2255 CA-1, Bodega Bay. INFO: Irma Cuevas at irma.cuevas@sonoma-county.org, 707-565-7888.
Jan 5 ~ Newt Commute - Observe newts on their impressive annual journey. Take a magical peek inside the life (and lifecycle!) of the California newt, and look for migrating newts and their freshly-laid eggs on this 1.5 mile round-trip hike. Trail not suitable for strollers. FREE. Parking $7 or free with Park pass. Meet in the Shady Oaks parking lot. 10 - 12 p. Spring Lake Regional Park, 393 Violetti Road, Santa Rosa. INFO: Kalen Roloff Geck, Kalen.Roloff@sonoma-county.org or (707) 539-2865.
Jan 5 ~ Tidepol Talks - Hands-on creature fun exploring the animals found in our local tide pools. Meet us at the amphitheater the second Saturday of each month in December, January, and February. 11 a - 12 p, Doran Regional Park, 201 Doran Beach Rd., Bodega Bay Free. Parking is $7 or free for Regional Parks members. INFO: Kristina Stanton by email at kristina.stanton@sonoma-county.org 707- 539-2865.
Jan 6 ~ Eco-Access Hikes - accessible hike for folks of all abilities and ages. We will learn about the different habitats at various parks and participate in engaging nature observation activities. Bring a dish for a potluck style lunch. Free. Parking is $7 or free for Regional Parks members. 2 - 4p. Sonoma Valley Regional Park, 13630 Highway 12, Glen Ellen INFO: Shelly Spriggs by email at Shelly.Spriggs@sonoma- county.org or by phone at (707) 565-1246.
Jan 6 & Feb 3~ Animal Tracking Basics - Follow animal tracks along the beach! Learn to identify track & sign made by local species and discover how these clues tell a story about our wild friends. Meet at Cypress Day Use Area. 9 - 11a. Doran Regional Park, 201 Doran Beach Rd, Bodega Bay. INFO: Shelly Spriggs by email Shelly.Spriggs@sonoma-county.org at or by phone at (707) 539-2865.
Jan 12 ~ Wildfire Recovery & Rebirth - Discover how nature has responded and rebounded from wildfire. We will focus on how fire benefits the oak woodland ecosystem, and why we actually need fire in our forests. Please bring a bag lunch to enjoy on the trail. 10a - 1p. Hood Mountain Regional Park - South Entrance, 1450 Pythian Rd, Santa Rosa, FREE, Parking $7 or free for Regional Parks members. INFO: Katja Svendsen, Katja.Svendsen@sonoma-county.org or (707) 539-2865.
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Jan 12 ~ Beginning Trail Running - Ready to tread the trail to experience the many health benefits of outdoor exercise? Winter is the perfect time to join friends on 2-3.5 mile runs on mostly level terrain. 10-11:30a. Free. Parking $7 or free for Regional Parks members. Foothill Regional Park, 1351 Arata Ln, Windsor, INFO: Lesley Pfeiffer by email at Lesley.Pfeiffer@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-3080.
Jan 13 - Coastal Crabbing - Introductory clinic includes information on different types of crabs found along our coast, crabbing basics, and time to go crabbing. No need for a fishing license on this public pier. Fishing equipment is included. $15 per person and registration is required. Spud Point Marina, 1818 Westshore Rd. Bodega Bay INFO: Ellie Muelrathbyphoneat(707)539-2865orbyemailatElspeth.Muelrath@sonoma-county.org
Jan 19 & 26 ~ Intermediate Trail Running - Step it up this winter on invigorating group runs! Join us January 19 and January 26 when we will traverse the trails with some ups and downs on 3+ milers. Get to know fellow runners and share some of your favorite warm-up and cool-down exercises. Be prepared for some muddy terrain. Some running experience is ideal. Free. Parking $7 or free for Regional Parks members. 10 - 11:30a. Helen Putnam Regional Park, 411 Chileno Valley Rd, Petaluma. INFO: Lesley Pfeiffer by email at Lesley.Pfeiffer@sonoma-county.org or by phone at (707) 565-3080.
Feb 3 ~ Eco-Access Hikes - accessible hike for folks of all abilities and ages. We will learn about the different habitats at various parks and participate in engaging nature observation activities. Bring a dish for a potluck style lunch. Free. Parking is $7 or free for Regional Parks members. 2 - 4p. Cloverdale River Park, 31820 McCray Rd, Cloverdale INFO: Shelly Spriggs by email at Shelly.Spriggs@sonoma-county.org or by phone at (707) 565-1246.
Laguna Environmental Center 900 Sanford Rd., Santa Rosa,
Pre-registration required for classes. 707-527-9277, lagunafoundation.org,
Jan 17 ~ From Climate to Creatures: The State of the Ocean off Northern California Presentation with Dr. Jeffrey Dorman. Laguna de Santa Rosa is the largest Russian River tributary. $12 (non-refundable), 7p - 8:30p
Jan 26 ~ Winter Colors - Branches, Leaves, and Winter Fruit - Colored Pencil Workshop at Laguna de Santa Rosa. Learn ways to use lots of color to create interesting browns and grays, and even greens. 10a - 3p. REGISTER online.
Jan 27 ~ Expressive Nature Photography in the Laguna Watershed with Brenda Tharp. Join us in an educational and inspirational photography workshop conducted by local Brenda Tharp. 9a - 5p REGISTER online
Sonoma County Regional Parks FREE, $7 Parking (FREE with Park Pass), 707-565-2041, parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov
Robert Ferguson Observatory $8 parking fee, Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood, rfo.org - 707-833-5712, sugarloafpark.org
Jan 5 - Feb 2 ~ Star Party - Starting at dusk, the Observatory’s three main telescopes are open for your viewing. Event is Free to children under 18, $3 adults, Parking $8
Jan 5 ~ Solar Viewing - Solar telescopes are set up so you can safely look at and listen to our favorite star, the Sun. Free, Parking $8, 11a
Stewards of the Coast 17000 Armstrong Woods Rd., Guerneville, 707-869-9177, stewardscr.org, stewards@stewardscr.org
Jan 19 ~ Pond farm Docent-led Tour - Learn about the history of this significant cultural site that is on the National Register of Historic Places. Please arrive promptly at 9:30 am. The tour begins at the Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods office/Volunteer Center which is located to the right beyond the picnic area in Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. After a brief presentation, participants will carpool up the hill to Pond Farm Pottery, which is located in Austin Creek State Recreation Area, about 1 mile away. $20 per person or $16 for members of Stewards. Reservations are required.
Feb 2 ~ Snails, Slugs and Salamanders (Herpetology Seminar) - This talk will cover the basics of the herpetological species of the Douglas Fir-Redwood Forest ecosystem including what species can be found, their life cycles and important information for educating visitors about these reclusive moisture lovers. This includes both a classroom and a field component. Meets: Armstrong Redwoods Volunteer Center/ Stewards Office in the Armstrong Redwoods SNR (fee covers entry) 9a - 12p.REGISTER: Kat at kat@stewardscr.org or 1(707)869-9177 ext. 1#
Feb 8 ~ Redwood Education - This hands-on, interdisciplinary workshop will
provide background knowledge and skills to help teach about the coast redwoods.
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teachers. 9a - 12:30 p Meets: Armstrong Redwoods Volunteer Center/Stewards Office, 17000 Armstrong Woods Rd, Guerneville. Stewards members receive a 20% discount on registration fees. MUST REGISTER
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