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NATURE cont’d from page 54
Watershed Clean-ups
Jul 4 ~ Independence Day Beach Cleanup ~ Remove marine debris and garbage from the beach 11a-2p. We supply trash grabber sticks, extra buckets, nitrile gloves. Wear layers, bring reusable water bottle. Look for the Surfrider canopy at the north end North Salmon Creek Beach parking lot. NO DOGS! Dress appropriately...closed-toe footwear.INFO: sonomacoast.surfrider.org
City of Santa Rosa - Creek Stewardship Program conducts these monthly cleanups INFO: srcity.org/calendar, www.firstsaturdaycleanup.org
Santa Rosa Creek on the Prince Memorial Greenway ~ All ages and abilities welcome! 9a-12p, Meet at Olive Park (near Railroad Square). info. 707-293-8050 or robin@cleanriveralliance.org.
Last Sunday Cleanup, Piner Creek, Santa Rosa ~ A vital fish-bearing tributary that is heavily impacted by illegal dumping and homelessness. Free, 10a-12p, Piner Creek Bridge on Coffey Ln, Santa Rosa
Clean River Alliance ~ Cleanup Days Chris Brokate 707-322-8304
Jul 7 ~ Russian River cleanup, Cloverdale ~ Show your love for the Russian River in an area chronically impacted by littering & roadside dumping, Free, 10a-12p, Cloverdale River Park, 31820 McCray Rd, Cloverdale
Jul 20 ~ Cleanup Santa Rosa Creek, Prince Memorial Greenway ~ Free, 10a-12p, Meet at Olive Park by the footbridge, cross streets West Third and Railroad Ave, Santa Rosa
First Saturday - Samlom Creek Clean-up ~ earn about the study of Marine Debris. Free, 10a-1p, Bodega Dunes Campground entrance of Sonoma Coast State Beach
Adopt-A-Highway, Hwy 101 Cloverdale/Hopland ~ Adjacent to the Russian River, remove trash & debris from the roadside. Reg req’d, Free, 10a-12p, The Rock Shop, 17951 Hwy 101, Cloverdale
Adopt-A-Highway, Guerneville/Monte Rio ~ Clean River Alliance has adopted this stretch of road and conducts a monthly cleanup. Free, 9a-12p, Bia Cafe on Northwood Golf Course, Monte Rio
Cleanup Driftwood Beach. We will carpool to the trailhead on Hwy 1 just north of Jenner. 10-1p, Jenner Visitor Center, 10439 Hwy 1, Jenner
Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods - We encourage new volunteers to attend one of the three orientations for new or returning volunteers and education seminars. Info. Sarah Angulo 707-869-9177 ext 5.
Adopt-A-Beach®- The Coastal Commission runs a year-round cleanup program. Help us keep the coast debris-free all year. INFO: www.coastal.ca.gov
Pepperwood Preserve 2130 Pepperwood Preserve Rd, Dwight Center, Santa Rosa, 707-591-9310, pepperwoodpreserve.org
Garden Club ~ Come out for a morning of sunshine and bird songs while learning about native plants. Free, 10a-12p
Volunteer Workday ~ We need your help with critical post-fire restoration work at Pepperwood! Free, 9a-12p
Discover Nature – Urban Coyotes ~ Lecture: How to Keep Pets Safe, Coyotes Wild, and Rodents Nervous. $10 suggested donation, 7p
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood, 707-833-5712, $8 parking. www.sugarloafpark.org
EVERY Saturday ~ Creekside nature Hike - 1.4-mile nature hike along the Sonoma Creek. On the hike your leader will teach you about the plants, animals, and aquatic life of Sonoma Creek. The hike starts at the visitors’ center. No fee, but parking charges apply. 10 - 11:30a to Labor Day
EVERY Saturday ~ Campfire Program - Ssongs, games, and animal lore at the park’s amphitheater (across the bridge by campsites 12 & 13). Free event but parking charges apply. 7:30p to Labor Day.
Jul 6, 11, 25 ~ Trail Work Crew Days. Wear sturdy shoes, layers, and bring water you can carry (hands free). Tools, instruction and lunch provided. Meet at the white barn, but please let us know you’re coming! RSVP john@sonomaecologycenter.org
Jul 6 ~ Hiking for Fitness - program leaders will guide you on a series of weekly hikes with the challenge increasing each week, and have group discussions about gear, hydration, first aid, etc. Final hike aims for Gunsight Rock.
Jul 13 ~ Sugar Shuttle: N.Sonoma Mountain / Jack London Service. Check our schedule to find departure times from each park. Make a reservation and then ride to the other end of the trail, or hike and ride back. Riding first and hiking back to your car is the easiest way---no worries about how long you take to finish your hike.
Juo 19 - 21 ~ Weekebd in Sugarloaf in Spanish. a weekend of camping, complete with a bilingual star party. Gear can be provided, you bring the food. Registration is $35 per adult, free for minors. INFO: Alma at alma@sonomaecologycenter.org
Jul 20 ~ Forest Therapy Hike - 3rd Saturday. Learn techniques of Shinrin yoku or Forest bathing. $20 or FREE for Those who have a Prescription from a participating Sonoma County Medical Provider. 9:30a - 12:30p
Jul 27 ~ Yoga Hike - Susan Topf’s Yoga Hike balances a mix of hiking and gentle yoga postures, breath work and guided meditation. All levels and ages welcome. $20 or Free with ParkRx INFO: 415-954-2686, susan.topf@gmail.com
Stewards of the Coast & Redwoods 17000 Armstrong Woods Rd., Guerneville, 707-869-9177, stewardscr.org, stewards@stewardscr.org
Jul 8 - Jul 12 ~ Forest to the Sea Summer Day Camp ~ Summer camp where campers will explore nature and more with optional overnight camping! $75 per child, Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, Austin Creek State Recreation Area, Sonoma Coast State Park, 17000 Armstrong Woods Rd, Guerneville, 707-869-9177, stewardscr.org, stewards@stewardscr.org
Jul 13 ~ Bat Walk ~ Covering a bat’s life cycle, what they eat and how to identify different species. Family-friendly. $16 Members, $20 Non-Members, 7:30-9:30p, Armstrong Woods SNR & Austin Creek State SRA, 17000 Armstrong Woods Rd, Guerneville, 707-869-9177, stewardscr.org
Jul 13 ~ Pond Farm Pottery Docent-led Tour ~ Take a docent-led tour & learn the history of this significant cultural site. $16 Members/$20 for adults, $10 for children, 9:30a-12p, Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods Volunteer Center, 17000 Armstrong Woods Rd, Guerneville, 707-869-9177, stewardscr.org/events/pond-farm-docent-led- tour-18, stewards@stewardscr.org
Jul 20 ~ Austin Creek Sunset Dinner ~ Sunset Dinner Event to celebrate and benefit Pond Farm Pottery Restoration & Revitalization Project. $150.00, Member price: $120.00, 5p-9p, Austin Creek State Recreation Area, 17000 Armstrong Woods Rd, Guerneville, 707-869-9177, stewardscr.org, stewards@stewardscr.org
Sonoma State Historic Park 20 E Spain St., Sonoma, 707-935-6832, 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
Volunteers Needed
Park-A-MonthVolunteerProgram- 2nd Saturday of the month. Family- friendly. Help beautify a park or community center. Hand tools and gloves will be provided, or bring your own (no power tools). Children are welcome but must have adult supervision. Cleanups are held rain or shine! 9a - 12p, rain or shine. INFO: 707-543-3279 volunteer@srcity.org
LagunaStewardshipDays- 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, but do bring gloves, water, and a friend! Children welcome but must be able to participate & supervised at all times. No RSVP required. Laguna Environmental Center 900 Sanford Rd., Santa Rosa. INFO: 707-527-9277 x.101, or ww.lagunafoundation.org
SchoolYardCleanUp- 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? Want to show them that environmentally responsible behavior can begin at their school and in their own neighborhood? You can organize a Schoolyard Cleanup and accomplish all of these goals. 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/
JackLondonandSugarloafRidgeStateParks- 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. April 7, 14 ~ 9-4:30p (two-day training); Jack London State Historic Park For information and to sign up. 707-938-4827, Susan St.Marie, sstmarie@jacklondonpark.com
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