Page 57 - Sonoma County Gazette February 2020

Watershed Clean-ups
Clean River Alliance Chris Brokate, 707-322-8304, cleanriveralliance.org, Robin Factor, robin@cleanriveralliance.org
Feb 15 ~ Cleanup Santa Rosa Creek, Prince Memorial Greenway ~ All ages and abilities welcome. There’s something for everyone to do at this location. Free, 10a-12p, Meet at Olive Park by the footbridge, cross streets West Third and Railroad Ave, Santa Rosa
Feb 16 ~ Guerneville Town and River Park Cleanup ~ We will clean our way around the Plaza, & across the pedestrian bridge to Guerneville River Park. Free, 10a-12p, Guerneville Plaza, Guerneville
Feb 23 ~ Cleanup Santa Rosa Creek at Willowside Road ~ Free, 10a-12p, Willowside Rd bridge between Guerneville Road. and Hall Rd, near Summerfield Waldorf School, 655 Willowside Road, Santa Rosa
City of Santa Rosa 707-543-3845, creeks@srcity.org
Feb 8 ~ Flat Rock Park Volunteer Day ~ Learn about native California riparian plants & how they provide food & shelter for fish & wildlife. Free, 9:30a-11:30a, Flat Rock Footbridge (near 4227 Flat Rock Circle), Santa Rosa
Feb 29 ~ Colgan Creek Volunteer Day ~ Help the community cleanup and nurture the restored Colgan Creek. Free, 9:30a-12p, Elsie Allen High School, Santa Rosa
Sonoma County Regional Parks FREE, $7 Parking (FREE with Park Pass), 707-565-2041, parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov
Feb 4 - 27 ~ Andy’s Unity Park Community Garden ~ Weekly Garden Cleanup. Free, 9a-1p, Andy’s Unity Park, 3399 Moorland Ave, Santa Rosa, 707-544-7284
Feb 8 ~ Eco-Access Hike ~ Explore our coastal marsh and learn about local birds. Bring a lunch. 11a-1p, Spring Lake Regional Park, 5585 Newanga Ave, Santa Rosa. Irma.Cuevas@sonoma-county.org or 707-565-7888
Feb 8 - Tidepool Talks ~ 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
Feb 8 ~ Invasive Plant Removal ~ All ages welcome and Regional Parks provides gloves, tools, drinks and snacks. Reg req’d. 10a-1p, Doran Regional Park, 201 Doran Beach Rd, Bodega Bay. John.Ryan@sonoma-county.org or 707-565-3356
Feb 11 ~ Senior Saunters ~ Friendly, older adults. Explore plant & animal life, swap stories, & take a gentle 2-mile stroll. 10a-11:30a, Sonoma Valley Regional Park, 13630 Hwy 12, Glen Ellen, 707-565-7888, irma.cuevas@sonoma-county.org
Feb 15 ~ Family Hikes at Spring Lake ~ Explore and learn about the creatures of Spring Lake. 1-4p, Spring Lake Regional Park, 393 Violetti Rd, Santa Rosa
Feb 15 ~ Garden & Land Stewards ~ Pick-your-own harvest activities. Free, 10a-2p, Maddux Ranch Regional Park, 4655 Lavell Rd, Santa Rosa
Feb 15 ~ Junior Ranger: Animal Tracking ~ Learn the clues our animal neighbors leave behind. $5, parking $7, 10a-12p, Riverfront Regional Park, 7821 Eastside Rd, Healdsburg, 707-433-1625, parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov
Feb 16 ~ Rock Out! Geology of Sonoma County ~ Step back in time as we explore how plate tectonics & volcanic activity have shaped our landscapes. 10-11:30a, Gualala Point Regional Park, 42401 Coast Hwy 1, Gualala
Feb 16 ~ Scenes in the Scenery: Fitness Hiking Series ~ Explore a variety of panoramic views, seasonal flora, & wildlife observations. 10a-2p, Shiloh Ranch Regional Park, 5750 Faught Rd, Windsor, Lesley.Pfeiffer@sonoma-county.org
Feb 18 ~ P is for Parks: Nature and Books Unite! ~ Songs, nature stories & nature themed crafts for children ages 3-5. Free, 10:30-11:30a, Healdsburg Regional Library, 139 Piper St, Healdsburg, 707-565-7888, parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov
Feb 22 ~ New Volunteer Orientation ~ Learn about the many volunteer opportunities you can join. Free, 10-11a, Regional Parks Main Office, 2300 County Center Dr, Suite 120A, Santa Rosa, 707-565-3356, John.Ryan@sonoma-county.org
Feb 22 ~ Seaweed and Sea Vegetables ~ Half of a mile walk to the beach at low tide. Learn about the algae. $10, Reg. Req’d, 3-5p, Stillwater Cove Regional Park, 22455 Hwy 1, Jenner
Feb 26 ~ Winging It Wednesdays ~ Enjoy leisurely bird walks for all levels of experience. Designed especially for older adults. 8:30-10:30a, Tolay Lake Regional Park, 5869 Cannon Lane, Petaluma
Feb 29 ~ Family Fun Bike Ride at Spring Lake ~ (Age is 7+) Free, parking $7, 12-2p, Spring Lake Regional Park, 393 Violetti Rd, Santa Rosa
Ongoing ~ Discovery Packs let Library Borrowers Explore Sonoma County Parks Backpacks with parking passes, maps and hiking guides available for check-out. sonomalibrary.org/discoverypackParks
60 amazing people come out and help remove trash from Santa Rosa Creek at Willowside Rd - Photo courtesy of Chris Brokate
Volunteers Needed
Park-A-Month Volunteer Program - 2nd Saturday of the month. Family-friendly. Hand tools and gloves will be provided, or bring your own. Kids welcome with adult supervision. Cleanups are held rain or shine! 9a - 12p, rain or shine. INFO: 707-543-3279 volunteer@srcity.org
Laguna Stewardship Days - 9a – 12p - once a month on a Saturday. Exotic plant removal, native plant and tree planting, trails construction and maintenance. Training is provided. Snacks are on us, bring gloves, water, and a friend! Kids welcome with adult supervision. Laguna Environmental Center 900 Sanford Rd., Santa Rosa. INFO: 707-527-9277 x.101, or www.lagunafoundation.org
School Yard Clean Up - Want your students to participate in Coastal Cleanup Day but can’t get them out on a field trip to a beach or local waterway? You can organize a Schoolyard Cleanup. INFO: www.coastal.ca.gov
Sonoma Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District- Volunteers visit many properties each year, hiking, monitoring, taking photos, talking with landowners, completing reports, and identifying issues of concern. INFO: 707-565-7366, sonomaopenspace.org/get-involved/volunteer/
Jack London and Sugarloaf Ridge State Parks - We ask for a commitment of only 4 hours per month and you will receive a park pass for your service. Trainings are specific to park and activity. Jack London State Historic Park For information or to sign up. 707-938-4827, sstmarie@jacklondonpark.com
Laguna de Santa Rosa 900 Sanford Rd, Santa Rosa, lagunafoundation.org Feb 8 ~ The Forest Floor: Leaves, Roots, Moss and Fungi ~ Gouache Techniques
Workshop with Lucy Martin (pre-reg req’d), 10a-3:30p, allison@lagunafoundation.org
Feb 10 - 27 ~ Volunteer to Teach the Learning Laguna Program - Docent Training Orientation ~ Learning Laguna Docents provide meaningful volunteer service to schools. Free (Pre-Reg Req’d), 10a-12p, christine@lagunafoundation.org
Robert Ferguson Observatory $8 parking fee, Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood, rfo.org - 707-833-5712, sugarloafpark.org
The Robert Ferguson Observatory is available for private rentals. Three beautiful telescopes and a cadre of knowledgeable docents ready to host your family, friends, school group, Scout Troop or other group—up to 50 people! Our docents can give you a night you’ll never forget.
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