Page 54 - Sonoma County Gazette - May 2019

May 4 ~ Trione-Annadel SP - Hike with A Naturalist: Fire Recovery Hike ~ Join John Lynch, a Certified California State Naturalist on a moderately paced, approx. 5-mile hike. Free, 9a-1:30p, Trionne-Annadel State Park, Lawndale Trailhead Parking Area (no fee), parks.ca.gov
May 18 ~ New Volunteer Orientation ~ Join our team and help us care for injured and orphaned baby songbirds and return them to the wild. Free, Native Songbird Care & Conservation, 8050 Elphick Rd, Sebastopol, 707-484-6502, nativesongbirdcare.org, info@nativesongbirdcare.org
May 18 ~ Kids to Parks Day Scavenger Hunt at Howarth Park ~ A nationwide day of outdoor exploration and play, organized by the National Parks Trust. Free, 11a-3p, Howarth Park, 630 Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa, srcity.org
May 11 & Jun 1 ~ 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, in Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood, rfo.org
May 4 - May 26 ~ Sugar Shuttle: Hood Mountain ~ North Entrance - Ride the Sugar- Hood Shuttle. Riding first and hiking back to your car is the easiest way. Reg. req’d. Donation $10, 9a-12p, Hood Mountain Regional Park, 3000 Los Alamos Rd, Santa Rosa
May 4 ~ Canine Conservation Corps - Explore, Learn & Restore ~ Learn about natural history of our area while picking up trash and pruning. Reg. req’d. Free, 9a-1p, Ragle Ranch Regional Park, 500 Ragle Rd, Sebastopol
May 4 ~ Nuestros Parques ~ A bilingual naturalist leads these free 2-4 mile family walks. 10a-1p, Riverfront Regional Park, 7821 Eastside Rd, Healdsburg
May 4 ~ Science Saturday ~ Join us for candy science, where you can use your brain and reward your tummy. All ages welcome. 1-4p, Spring Lake Regional Park, 393 Violetti Rd, Santa Rosa, info. Elspeth.Muelrath@sonoma-county.org
May 4 ~ Wildfire Recovery & Rebirth ~ Discover how fire benefits the oak woodland ecosystem, and why we actually need fire in our forests. 10a-1p, Shiloh Regional Park, 5750 Faught Rd, Windsor
May 5 ~ Sunset Mindfulness Walk and Meditation ~ Learn about mindfulness practices in one of our county’s most serene locations! Free, 6:30-8p, North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve, 5297 Sonoma Mountain Rd, Santa Rosa
May 9 ~ People’s Yoga Pop-Ups ~ Need to unwind after your work day? Join certified yoga instructor Christina McGuirk. Reg. req’d. 6-7p, Riverfront Regional Park, 7821 Eastside Rd, Healdsburg
May 11 ~ Bill & Dave Tolay Lake Hike ~ This moderate hike of almost nine miles, with elevation gain/loss of 1000 feet. Free, 9:45a-3p, Tolay Lake Regional Park, 5869 Cannon Ln, Petaluma, billanddavehikes.com
May 11 ~ Community Work Day ~ Help weed, mulch, plant, and maintain this special park and community garden. Free, 10a-1p, Andy’s Unity Park, 3399 Moorland Ae, Santa Rosa, info. 707-565-7888
May 11 ~ Tidepool Talks ~ Join a park naturalist for hands-on creature fun exploring animals found in our local tide pools. 11a-12p, Doran Regional Park, 201 Doran Beach Rd, Bodega Bay, 707-539-2865, kristina.stanton@sonoma-county.org
May 11 ~ Vamos a Nadar ~ Kids swim lessons 5+ while parents receive water-safety training. English & Spanish. Reg. req’d. 1p-4p, Sonoma Aquatic Club, 17350 Valetti Club, Sonoma, 707-565-8034
May 18 - May 19 ~ Sugar Shuttle: Hood Mountain - Sugarloaf ~ South Entrance - Ride the Sugar-Hood Shuttle. Riding first and hiking back to our car is the easiest way. Reg. req’d. Suggested donation $10, 9a-11a, Hood Mountain Regional Park. 3000 Los Alamos Rd, Santa Rosa, 707-833-5712
May 19 ~ Eco Access ~ Get outdoors and enjoy an accessible stroll for all ages & abilities. 11a-1p, Cloverdale River Park, 31820 McCray Rd, Cloverdale, 707-539-2865
May 19 ~ Vamos a Nadar ~ Kids swim lessons 5+ while parents receive water-safety training. English & Spanish. Reg. req’d., 9a-12p, Ridgway Swim Center, 4455 Ridgway Avenue, Santa Rosa, 707-565-8034
May 25 ~ Spring Lake Campfire ~ Hands-on, family oriented activities. 7-8p, Spring Lake Regional Park, 5585 Newanga Ave, Santa Rosa
May 29 ~ Winging It Wednesday ~ Bird walks for all levels of experience on the last Wed. of every month. For older adults + friends., 8:30-10:30a, Crane Creek Regional Park, 5000 Pressley Rd, Rohnert Park
Ongoing ~ Discovery Packs Let Library Borrowers Explore Sonoma County Parks Backpacks with parking passes, maps and hiking guides available for check-out. sonomalibrary.org/discoverypack
Pepperwood Preserve 2130 Pepperwood Preserve Rd, Dwight Center, Santa Rosa, 707-591-9310, pepperwoodpreserve.org
May 2 ~ Discover Nature ~ Using science and technology to track changes in weather, water, plants, and wildlife. $10 suggested donation, students free, 7p
Apr 6 - May 4 ~ Volunteer Workday ~ We need your help with critical post-fire restoration work at Pepperwood! Email RSVP (req). 9a-12p
May 2 ~ Discover Nature - Pepperwood’s Sentinel Site Using science and technology to track changes in weather, water, plants, and wildlife. $10 suggested donation, students free, 7p
May 3 ~ Garden Club ~ Come out for a morning of sunshine and bird songs while learning about native plants. 10a-12p
May 4 ~ Reptile and Amphibian Exploration ~ Family-friendly - discover the captivating creatures that dwell under Sonoma County’s rocks & logs. $25 Members / $30 Non-Members, 9a-3p
May 4 ~ Volunteer Workday ~ We need your help with critical post-fire restoration work at Pepperwood! Email RSVP (req). 9a-12p
May 17 ~ Garden Club ~ Come out for a morning of sunshine and bird songs while learning about native plants. 10a-12p
May 18 ~ Butterflies of Pepperwood ~ A Day Amongst the Dazzling Flyers If you have ever wondered “what kind of butterfly was that?” this is the day for you! Ages 13+ $25 Members / $30 Non-Members, 9a-3p
May 19 ~ Conscious Nature Photography ~ Don’t Take a Photo – Make a Photo! Improve your photography skills while deepening your relationship with nature? Ages 13+ $25 Members / $30 Non-Members, 8:30a-2:30p
May 31 ~ Garden Club ~ Come out for a morning of sunshine and bird songs while learning about native plants. 10a-12p
Sonoma State Historic Park 20 E Spain St., Sonoma,
707-935-6832, parks.ca.gov
May 4 ~ Exploring Seasonal Marshlands ~ Discover what plant and aquatic life exist in the vernal pond areas. 12-3p
May 12 ~ Nature Hike ~ Get out for an early spring hike along the lower Montini Preserve Trail. 11:30a-1p, (Meet at the Vallejo Home parking)
May 18 ~ Campfire Program ~ Warm fun and intriguing information at our monthly campfire program. All ages welcome. 6:30-7:30p, (Sonoma Barracks)
May 18 ~ Wild Roses & Other Spring Treasures ~ Discover the delights of Paula’s easy-paced hikes! 10am at Trione-Annadel State Park, 6201 Channel Drive, Santa Rosa, 707-539-3911, Sarah.Reid@parks.ca.gov
Ongoing ~ Fort Ross Environmental Living Program ~ Open Enrollment started Apr 1st. The program provides hands-on learning which allows children to experience the joys of history. Fort Ross State Historic Park, 19005 Coast Highway One, Jenner, 707-847-3437
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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