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ride on the 3,300-acre Willow Creek State Park unit near Duncans Mills. Permits are issued after a one-hour orientation on the property. 10:30- 11:30a.
Center St, Healdsburg. We plan to remove invasive harding-grass from Redhill, and spread native seeds. Then visit a milkweed patch to gather some dead stalks to try some basic string- making. Bring water and lunch, and wear long pants, long sleeves and sturdy shoes. Bring work gloves.
Work Days: Stewardsip ~
Dec 10 ~ Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 9a- 1p. Email kenwells@sonic.net if you plan
Area Christmas Bird Counts ~ National Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count is the longest running Citizen Science survey in the world. By participating in a CBC you make an important contribution to conservation. Audubon and other organizations use the data collected to assess the health of bird populations. www.madroneaudubon.org
Dec 18 ~ Stewardship Workday at Bohemia Echological Preserve ~ 6773 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental.
Dec 20 ~ Santa Rosa
Dec 30 ~ Sonoma Valley, 981-7301
Jan 2 ~ Petaluma CBC4Kids, 9a-1p
Jan 3 ~ Sonoma Valley CBC4Kids, 8:30a-
Dec 2 ~ Lake Hennessey ~ 8:30-2p; Meet at parking area at bottom of Donn Dam spillway
1p.
Jan 1 ~ First Day Hike 2016 ~ Celebrate the New Year with a hike to Bald Mountain at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood. This 6.5 to 7.4-mile hike will include a climb of 1,500 feet, featuring fantastic views of Sonoma Valley, Napa Valley, and San Francisco. Be prepared for inclement weather. Pack a lunch. Hike is free and no RSVP required. $8 parking fee per vehicle. Meet at the main day-use lot. 10a-2:30p.
Dec 20 ~ Santa Rosa Christmas Bird Count ~ 6a-5p, Contact Bill Doyle at shortbill@comcast.net to sign up on a team.
Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods
~ Volunteer, learn, or teach! Register at
www.stewardscr.org or 707-869-9177
Dec 4 ~ Birds and Botany ~ Meets at Schoolhouse Flat, 30 minutes up Pine Flat Rd from Jimtown. We’ll bird by ear and sight around Pine Flat and up Redhill, then after lunch, we’ll botanize, as we consider the seasonal interplay between bird foods, habitat history and the birds. 9a-2p
Dec 2 ~ Trail Crew at Willow Creek ~
Contact Bill Bambrick (707) 573-9782 or wbambrick@comcast.net to find out the plans for the day.
Dec 9 (2nd Wednesday of the Month) –
Trail Crew at Armstrong Redwoods – Meet at the Maintenance Shop at 9am. Contact Bill Bambrick (707) 573-9782 or wbambrick@comcast.net to find out the plans for the day.
Landpaths ~ 618 4th St #217, Santa Rosa ~ LandPaths.org ~ info@landpaths.org ~ Pre-registration required, FREE unless specified.
Dec 5 ~ Geology Hike with Iain Jamieson ~ 9:30a-2p. Beside Pine Flat Rd at Red Winery Rd. Moderate hike with many stops to discuss the rock formations and geological history. Bring magnifiers and binoculars. Also bring lunch and extra water.
Dec 16 – Trail Crew at Sonoma Coast –
Dec 4 ~ Stewardship Workday at Riddell Preserve ~ 9a-1p. Healdsburg City Corporation Yard, 550 Mestside Rd, Healdsburg. Join us at the 400- acre Riddell Preserve for a day of stewardship, community-building, exercise and fun! Tasks could include cabin and infrastructure maintenance, invasive species removal, trail clearing, or native planting.
Contact Bill Bambrick (707) 573-9782 or wbambrick@comcast.net to find out the plans for the day.
Dec 19 ~ Stewardship & Celebration ~ Modini Stewardship Center, 226A
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park ~
www.sugarloafpark.org/event. FREE unless specified. 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood. $8 parking fee.
Nov 27 ~ Black Friday Family Hike~
Dec 5 ~ Holiday Wreath Making ~ Madrone Audubon ~ The Board meets
Learn how to create a beautiful holiday wreath using local natural materials. Instructor Tasha Drengson will provide a demonstration and then provide individual guidance. 10:30a-12p OR 1p-2:30p. Meet at the Bechtel House, $25 per participant ($20 for members) Ages 7 and up welcome
Dec 12 ~ Mushrooms and Other “Fun- Guys” ~ Join Chris Kjeldsen, retired Sonoma State University botany professor and an expert on molds, mushrooms, and other “fun-guys” as we learn to recognize the amazing array of fungi and their amazing features. This class will primarily take place in the field and will include a moderate hike of 1-3 miles at a slow pace. 9a-3p. Meet at the Dwight Center. $30 per participant
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 28 ~ Ellis Creek Water Recycling Facility ~ 9a, Petaluma.
Dec 16 ~ Bodega Bay ~ 8:30a-2:30p; Bodega Bay Harbor and Environs
Dec 27 ~ West Sonoma County to attend.
Christmas Bird Count ~ 6a-5p. More info at madroneaudubon.org/birds- christmas-bird-count.php
located 8 miles northeast of Healdsburg on Pine Flat Rd, 4 miles above Hwy 128 and the Alexander Valley. Pre- registration for events is appreciated. More info can be found at MeetUp page: www.meetup.com/Friends-of-the- Modini-Mayacamas/
Riverkeeper Park, Wednesdays, 9a-Noon.
Modini Mayacamas Preserves ~
Volunteers needed to help build the educational park which will teach others about fish ecology, the role of flooding, water conservation, water quality and environmental education. Main tasks will be planting, weeding, mulching, watering plants and more. No experience necessary. 16132 Main St, Guerneville. 707-433-1958 or email info@russianriverkeeper.org. www.russianriverkeeper.org
Laguna Keepers, Saturdays, 9:00 am - noon. Volunteers assist in willow sprigging, exotic plant removal, native plant and tree planting, trails construction and maintenance, and restoration project monitoring. Little or no experience or knowledge is needed, training is provided. Only heavy rain cancels. Snacks are on us, but do bring gloves, water, and a friend! No RSVP required. For locations contact John Guardino at (707) 527-9277 x108 or email john@lagunafoundation.org
10a-noon. Avoid the crowds and stress by coming to the park for a peaceful hike through the woods. Lead by park docent Bob Long, this 3 mile family- friendly hike is good for all ages. Weather permitting, the hike will begin and end at the White Barn.
Dec 5 ~ Holiday Gathering at Rancho Mark West ~ join in on the seasonal fun at this 120-acre, LandPaths-owned property. Enjoy a short walk (1 mile round trip) and tour along beautiful Mark West Creek, followed by music, hot cider, wreath-making, & other holiday crafting. Bring a potluck dish and a dessert to share if you like. Noon- 4p. Rancho Mark West, 7125 St. Helena Rd, Santa Rosa.
Nov 28 ~ Local Oaks Ecosystem Walk ~ 10a-noon; Join park docent, Carolyn Greene and take a stroll along Sonoma Creek discussing our native oak woodland habitat. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Dec 12 ~ Stewardshipi Workday at Fitch Mountain Preserve ~ Lend a hand to steward the preserve. Volunteer stewards maintain the trails, preserve natural resources, meet new people, learn new things, and feel good about the work they accomplish. 9a-1p. Fitch Mountain Preserve, Villa Entrance, 908 ChanticleerWay,Healdsburg.
Dec 26 ~ Family Nature Hike ~ Join Sugarloaf Docent Bob Long for an introduction to Sugarloaf Park and its natural wonders. The hike will cover about 1.5 miles and explore plants and creatures in and along Sonoma Creek. Family friendly event
Pepperwood Preserve ~
2130 Pepperwood Preserve Rd, Santa Rosa. (707) 591-9310x204 www.pepperwoodpreserve.org. Event Line: 707-524-9318. FREE of charge
Dec 16 ~ Willow Creek Permit Orientation ~ Freezeout Flat Rd, Duncan Mills. Hike, bike or horseback
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