Page 63 - Sonoma County Gazette January 2016

NATURE cont’d from page 62
Agricultural Preservation & Open Space District protected property near Santa Rosa, highlighting edible, medicinal & common mushrooms, their amazing lifecycle, and how to find them. 10a-2p.
Jan 1 ~ First Day Hike to Bald Mountain ~ 10a-2p. Info above.
Jan 2 ~ Resolution Nature Hike ~ 10a- 1p. Join Naturalist Carolyn Green on the Vista Trail Loop and learn about the wildlife and plants of the park while starting the new year with a vigorous hike. No RSVP and no charge for event, but $8 parking fee applies Begins and ends at the Visitors Center. Free hot chocolate at the finish.
Madrone Audubon ~ 55 Ridgway Ave, Ste. A, Santa Rosa, in the Environmental Center. INFO: (707) 546-7492 www.madroneaudubon.org
Jan 9 ~ Observatory Public Viewing ~
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. www.meetup.com/Friends-of-the- Modini-Mayacamas/
Solar Viewing: 11a-3p. Star Party: 6p ($3
per adult). More info above.
Jan 16 ~ Bill and Dave Brushy Peaks Hike ~ 10a-3p. Meet at 9:45a in the main parking lot for a 10a departure. This is an ambitious hike for those who want to see the entire rim of the park and enjoy lunch, and the spectacular vistas. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and layered clothing and bring lunch with plenty to drink. No charge for event or RSVP, but there is an $8 vehicle admission fee.
Jan 8 ~ Birds and Botany ~ Meet at Schoolhouse Flat, 30 minutes up Pine Flat Rd from Jimtown. 9a.
Jan 16 ~ Lake Sonoma, 8:30-Noon. Jan 20 ~ Bodega Bay ~ 8:30-2:30p.
Modini Mayacamas Preserves ~
Volunteer News ~ New Book by Park Steward Inga Aksamit ~ Park Steward and Backpacking instructor Inga just published a book about her trip along the John Muir Trail with her husband Steve. Purchase at Visitor Center.
Pepperwood Preserve ~
Jan 16 ~ Stewardship & Celebration ~ Modini Stewardship Center, 226A Center St, Healdsburg.
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.
Jan 23 ~ Wildlife on the Mayacamas ~
Jan 9 ~ Volunteer Workday ~ 10a- 1p. RSVP required to cdodge@ pepperwoodpreserve.org or 707-591- 9310 ext 207.
learn about some of the wildlife in the Preserves. 9a.
lend a hand VOLUNTEER
Park Volunteers ~ Sugarloaf Ridge State Park ~ People needed in the visitor center, kiosk, special events and trail and park maintenance. Email Susan St. Marie atsstmarie@jacklondonpark.com or (707-938-4827)
Caring Connections - Seniors At Home has expanded our older adult visiting program to provide more intensive support to those seniors with a history of mental health issues. Through one-hour weekly visits, volunteers help seniors engage more fully in their communities. As a volunteer, you’ll be working on specific goals to help your client combat isolation, loneliness, and depression. Training and ongoing support will be provided. Contact Barbara at 707-303- 1510; BarbaraT@jfcs.org.
Join the JFCS Rides Program ~ Just a few hours of your time can make a huge difference in the life of a local isolated senior. Help seniors stay connected to their communities by transporting them to appointments, the grocery store, social events, and more. Contact Barbara at 707-303-1510; BarbaraT@jfcs.org.
Jan 16 ~ Mayacamas Christmas Bird Count for Kids ~ 8:30a-1:30p. Free.
Sat ~ Harvest Market, 9a-12p Sat ~ Tour the Garden 11a
Jan 30 ~ Members’ Event: Weimar Falls Exploration ~ 9a-3p. RSVP Required to jbartice@pepperwoodpreserve.org or 707-591-9310 x202. Exclusively for members.
WORK DAYS: STEWARDSHIP ~ Lend a hand to help support and maintain our local parks! Without help from you, many parks wouldn’t exist!
Jan 2 ~ Trail Work Day: Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. 9a-1p. Lower Bald Mountain Trail. Meet at the main parking area, on the left past the entry booth. Bring water, gloves, a hat, and wear long pants, boots or sturdy shoes and sunscreen. Please reply to kenwells@sonic.net if you plan to attend.
Jan 2 ~ Riddell Preserve ~ 9a-1p. Pre- Registration required at www.landpaths. org Healdsburg City Corporation Yard, 550 Westside Road, Healdsburg
Jan 9 ~ Fitch Mountain ~ 9a-1p. Villa Entrance, 908 Chanticleer Way, Healdsburg.
Jan 14 and 28 ~ Trail Clearing Days: Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. 9a-1p. Volunteers meet at the White Barn at 9:00. Tools are provided, no experience needed. Bring gloves and water. To RSVP and if you have questions email john@sonomaecologycenter.org
Jan 15 ~ Workday at Bohemia Ecological Preserve ~ 9a-1p. Pre-Registration required at www.landpaths.org 6773 Bohemian Hwy, Occidental.
Jan 14 ~ Middle School Career Fair ~
Laguna de Santa Rosa ~
Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District. 8a-3p at the Rohnert Park Community Center, 5401 Snyder Ln, Rohnert Park. Volunteers needed to help inform students of careers and education with the community. 707-588-5602 to be a part of career fair.
Cotati Historical Museum ~ volunteers to welcome visitors on Sat afternoons, 1-4p. Docents work in pairs and duties are basic. Instruction pamphlet tells you everything you need to know. Contact Barbara Jean Veronda at 795-4545.
Community Advisory Team ~The County of Sonoma is seeking volunteers interested in serving on the Community Advisory Team for the Springs Area Plan project. 5 team meetings between February 2016 and July 2017. Monday evenings at 6p in the Springs area. Applications available at the Permit and Resource Management Department, 2550 Ventura Avenue, Santa Rosa, (707) 565-7387, or emailingyolanda. solano@sonoma-county.org. Submit an application by Jan 8.
900 Sanford Rd, Santa Rosa.
www.lagunafoundation.org
Jan 9 ~ Ducks Day ~ Second Saturday
of the month Open House. All about Ducks and other waterfowl. There will be educational displays and fun, hands- on activities for all ages. 10a-3p. Free. No RSVP necessary.
Jan 9 ~ Waterfowl of the Laguna de Santa Rosa and the Pacific Flyway ~ presentation with Dave Barry. 3-4:30p. $10 at the door. No RSVP necessary. We will learn basic identification and characteristics of waterfowl found in Sonoma County and along the Laguna de Santa Rosa at different times of year, and learn about the great Pacific Flyway, of which the Laguna is an important stopover for migrating waterfowl.
Landpaths ~ 618 4th St #217, Santa Rosa ~ LandPaths.org ~ info@landpaths.org ~ Pre-registration required, FREE unless specified.
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Jan 31 ~ Mushroom Madness ~
Free. Join Autumn Summers for a leisurely saunter on a Sonoma County
Sonoma Garden Park ~ 19996 7th St East, Sonoma.