Solano Land Trust Events

Below you'll find fun activities for you, your friends, and your family. These include free guided hikes and volunteer opportunities every month, as well as special events like our annual kite festival, trail run, sporting clay shoot, feast & art auction. Enjoy!

No RSVP necessary, unless otherwise stated.

Sat, May 25, 2013
8:30am – 11:30am	Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails (weekly on Saturdays through May, timing varies--check back for summer schedule) Rockville Trails Take a guided tour of Solano Land Trust’s newly acquired Rockville Trails property! Trained docents will share insights about the natural and human history of this area, and give you a great workout. Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because access to Rockville Trails is only by docent-led hikes at this time.Click here for more information about this awe-inspiring park. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and potentially slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: There is no drinking water anywhere at Rockville Trails. There are no bathrooms anywhere at Rockville Trails. All trails are unimproved—expect rough, rocky, uneven ground. Space is limited and advance registration is required. (See details below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared to hike up and down hills at an intermediate- pace. Rockville Trails is a working ranch—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Visitors must be accompanied by a docent at all times. Since the park is otherwise closed, the entry and exit gate will be locked except for the start and end times of the hike. Take only pictures, leave only footprints, and maintain a safe distance from wildlife (e.g., rattlesnakes). COST: Free—donations appreciated! MEETING PLACE: Provided upon registration. Be ready to carpool from there. SPACE IS LIMITED & RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED: To register for this particular hike date, click here or call Cathy at 707-745-1913.
Mon, May 27, 2013
	Solano Land Trust's Administrative Offices are Closed Holiday
Sat, Jun 01, 2013
8:00am	6th Annual Lynch Canyon Trail Run & Community Hike Lynch Canyon Challenge yourself to Solano County's Toughest Trail Run! Choose the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon run, or the two and a half mile community hike. Learn more at www.lynchcanyontrailrun.com. Click here for online registration through active.com. Download the flyer here.

9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.

9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.
Sat, Jun 08, 2013
8:00am – 12:00pm	Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails Rockville Trails Enjoy a guided hike at Solano Land Trust’s newly acquired Rockville Trails property! Take advantage of this opportunity if you can because access to Rockville Trails is only by docent-led hikes at this time. Space is limited and registration is required. Register at the link below. Meeting place provided upon registration. WHAT TO BRING: (1) A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. (2) Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and potentially slippery terrain. (3) Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes. (4) Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, and the chance of rain). (5) Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: (1) Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared to hike up and down hills at an intermediate- pace. (2) Rockville Trails is a working ranch—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. (3) Visitors must be accompanied by a docent at all times. (4) Since the park is otherwise closed, the entry and exit gate will be locked except for the start and end times of the hike. (5) There is no drinking water. (6) There are no bathrooms. (7) Take only pictures, leave only footprints, and maintain a safe distance from wildlife (e.g., rattlesnakes). RSVP: Click here to register online, or contact Natalie at 707-432-0150 x200.

10:00am – 12:00pm	History & Nature Walk Lake Solano Park & Campground Stroll along the Shoreline Trail of Lake Solano Park with volunteers Cricket Kanouff and Kitty Van Newkoop. Walk back through the mists of time to learn about the Patwin Indians, the Berryessa brothers, and John Wolfskill’s impact on the region. Enjoy the beauty of nature – the lake and its surroundings. Discover how Putah Creek was transformed into Lake Solano, bringing water to farmers and residents of Solano County. Learn about the native trees and plants, and some of their medicinal secrets, passed down through the generations by Native Americans. You may have the good fortune of spotting a Great Blue Heron, a Snowy Egret, a peacock in all its feathered glory, or other wildlife on the tour! Following the walk, you may continue to enjoy the beautiful scenery and wildlife at Lake Solano Park & Campground by picnicking, or renting a campsite for the weekend on a first-come, first-served basis. Meet your guides at 10am in front of the Nature Center, at the west entrance of the Park. No RSVP is necessary, but note that the walk is canceled if it rains. For questions in advance, call Cricket at 707-451-7699. For same-day information, call 530-795-2990. DIRECTIONS: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. PLAN YOUR DAY: Bring water, Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes, Dress in layers. Also recommended: Camera and binoculars. COST: Free! Parking is $5 per vehicle, payable at the east entrance of the Park. For more information on Solano County Parks and the fun, educational opportunities they offer, go towww.solanocounty.com/parks.
Tue, Jun 11, 2013
7:00am – 10:30am	Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails Rockville Trails Details to come!
Fri, Jun 14, 2013
8:30am – 12:00pm	Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails Rockville Trails Details to come!
Sat, Jun 15, 2013
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sun, Jun 16, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Fri, Jun 21, 2013
8:30am – 12:00pm	Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails Rockville Trails Details to come!

8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Jun 22, 2013
10:00am – 12:00pm	The Plants of Putah Creek Lake Solano Park & Campground Learn about the plants of Putah Creek and Lake Solano on a leisurely stroll with volunteer Barbara Cooper. Because of its location precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, this area's waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn about plants that wildlife need for food and shelter, that the Patwin Indians used for food and medicine, and that we benefit from today. All ages welcome! Lake Solano Park is an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife. Learn more at solanocounty.com/parks. WHAT TO BRING: $5 cash for parking Water Sturdy, close-toed shoes Protection from sun (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) Also recommended: Camera, binoculars, bug repellent, a picnic lunch for afterwards RSVP: None WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters (north of Vacaville). Meet Barbara in front of the Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS
Sat, Jun 29, 2013
8:00am – 12:30pm	Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails Rockville Trails Details to come!
Thu, Jul 04, 2013
	Solano Land Trust's Administrative Offices are Closed Holiday

7:00pm – 11:15pm	Fireworks Viewing Hike Lynch Canyon Discover a different point of view this July 4. Join docent captain Lawrence David Sander on a 4.5-mile round-trip hike to the ridgeline at Lynch Canyon. Depending on visibility, hikers can expect to see various communities’ fireworks between Lynch Canyon and San Francisco starting at 9:30pm. Unlike last year, the night will be moonless and, consequently, very dark, making this an adventure that is not suitable for every hiker. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: · Checking in at the Lynch Road entry gate between 7:05 and 7:20pm · The park gate being locked shut except for check-in time and for our exit around 11:15pm · Cold and wind, especially on the ridge · An intermediate pace on moderately easy, uneven terrain with two moderately strenuous hills (Participants within a wide age range are welcome, but must be up for that.) · Wildlife and cattle being free to roam as they please. WHAT TO BRING: Drinking water, snacks, flashlight and/or headlamp, binoculars or telescope (recommended), hiking sticks/trekking poles (recommended if you find them helpful). If desired, you are welcome to bring: collapsing camp chair, camera and tripod, bug repellent, hot cocoa in a vacuum bottle, glow sticks, battery-operated lantern, those little lights that clip onto shoes, glow-in-the-dark face paint, etc. WHAT NOT TO BRING: Pets, fireworks, laser pointers, alcohol, anything involving a flame or smoke. WHAT TO WEAR: Layers, long pants, windbreaker; sturdy, closed-toe shoes/boots with good grip. WHAT NOT TO WEAR: Flip-flops or any other open-toe shoes. Space is limited. Reservations required. Click here to register or call Natalie at 707-432-0150 x200.
Sat, Jul 06, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.

9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.

10:00am – 12:00pm	Steelhead and Salmon Seminar Lake Solano Park & Campground Learn about steelhead, salmon, and Putah Creek in this interactive presentation with volunteer Barbara Cooper. All ages welcome! No RSVP necessary. WHAT TO BRING: $5 cash for parking Water Sturdy, close-toed shoes Protection from sun (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) Also recommended: Camera, binoculars, bug repellent, a picnic lunch for afterwards Lake Solano Park straddles Pleasants Valley Road, north of Vacaville and near the town of Winters. The address is 8685 Pleasants Valley Rd. Park on the east side of Pleasants Valley Rd., then walk to the courtyard next to the Nature Center on the west side. MAP DIRECTIONS
Fri, Jul 19, 2013
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Jul 20, 2013
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sun, Jul 21, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Sat, Aug 03, 2013
9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.

9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.
Fri, Aug 16, 2013
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Aug 17, 2013
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sun, Aug 18, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Mon, Sep 02, 2013
	Solano Land Trust's Administrative Offices are Closed Holiday
Sat, Sep 07, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.

9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.
Sun, Sep 15, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Fri, Sep 20, 2013
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Sep 21, 2013
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sat, Oct 05, 2013
9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.

9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.
Fri, Oct 18, 2013
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Oct 19, 2013
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sun, Oct 20, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Sat, Nov 02, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.

9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.
Fri, Nov 15, 2013
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Nov 16, 2013
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sun, Nov 17, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Thu, Nov 28, 2013 to Fri, Nov 29, 2013
	Solano Land Trust's Administrative Offices are Closed Holiday
Sat, Dec 07, 2013
9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.

9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.
Sun, Dec 15, 2013
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Fri, Dec 20, 2013
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Dec 21, 2013
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Tue, Dec 24, 2013 to Wed, Dec 25, 2013
	Solano Land Trust's Administrative Offices are Closed Holiday
Tue, Dec 31, 2013 to Wed, Jan 01, 2014
	Solano Land Trust's Administrative Offices are Closed Holiday
Sat, Jan 04, 2014
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.

9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.
Fri, Jan 17, 2014
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Jan 18, 2014
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sun, Jan 19, 2014
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Sat, Feb 01, 2014
9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.

9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.
Sat, Feb 15, 2014
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sun, Feb 16, 2014
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Fri, Feb 21, 2014
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Mar 01, 2014
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.

9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.
Sat, Mar 15, 2014
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sun, Mar 16, 2014
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Fri, Mar 21, 2014
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Apr 05, 2014
9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.

9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.
Fri, Apr 18, 2014
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, Apr 19, 2014
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sun, Apr 20, 2014
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.
Sat, May 03, 2014
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month) Rush Ranch Our land is our future, so jump in with your boots on! Rush Ranch is over 2,000 acres of tidal marsh and upland grasses. Help Solano Land Trust's Land Steward, Ken Poerner, maintain it through litter removal, trail maintenance, construction, and other improvement projects. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from sun, wind, fog and rain. RSVP requested, but not required: Ken Poerner at ken@solanolandtrust.org or 707-580-6277 (cell). DIRECTIONS. Meet in the Rush Ranch courtyard.

9:00am – 1:00pm	Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months) King-Swett Ranches Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo! You'll be led by Jim Walsh and/or James Chang, both expert Solano Land Trust guides who know this area—known as the King-Swett Ranches—inside out. They'll share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Take advantage of this special opportunity if you can because the King-Swett Ranches are otherwise closed. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for rugged, steep, and slippery off-trail terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). Also recommended: Binoculars, camera, bug repellent, hiking sticks, gaiters. WHAT TO BE PREPARED FOR: Carpool or caravan from the meeting place (see below). Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: A strenuous pace hiking 4-6 miles off-trail, up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. The King-Swett Ranches are working ranches—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Very heavy rain cancels—call Jim at 916-870-4824 if the weather is uncertain. COST: Free! MEETING PLACE: Meet Jim and/or James promptly at the Park-and-Ride lot where McGary Road, Hiddenbrooke Parkway, and American Canyon Road intersect (on the Hiddenbrooke side of the American Canyon/Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit, off Interstate 80). (Jim has a white "TruGreen" pickup truck). Be ready to carpool or caravan from there.
Fri, May 16, 2014
8:30am – 12:30pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months) Location varies Get involved in science on our lands! Solano Land Trust staff scientist Sue Wickham will teach you all you need to know. BRING: Water, snacks, sturdy gloves, pants, sturdy closed-toe shoes. Come prepared for variable weather (bring layered clothes you don't mind getting dirty, and protection from sun, wind, and fog). Optional: bug repellent, your favorite gardening tools, and binoculars to enjoy the birds! RSVP REQUIRED: Sue at 707-432-0150 x 207 or sue@solanolandtrust.org. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Provided upon RSVP.
Sat, May 17, 2014
10:00am – 1:00pm	Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary) Rush Ranch Get the Rush is a series of fun and free activities for the whole family, offered on the third Saturday of every month at Rush Ranch. All ages and mobility levels are welcome! This event is 100% volunteer-run and activities vary month-to-month. April through October: Volunteer-run activities may include a guided walk alongside tidal marsh and through upland grasses (timing varies), a traditional blacksmith shop in action (10am-1pm), an interpretive display of Native American tools and decorations (10am-1pm), and horse-drawn wagon rides that are wheelchair accessible (11am-1pm). November through March: The blacksmith shop remains open for visitors! The wagons are in storage for the winter. Other activities are dependent on volunteer availability and the weather. Rush Ranch is owned by Solano Land Trust, and Get the Rush is made possible by the volunteers of Solano Land Trust and our partners, the Rush Ranch Educational Council and Access Adventure. COST: Free! BRING: Water, snacks or picnic lunch, bug repellent. Be prepared for variable weather by bringing layered clothes, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and protection from sun, wind, fog, and rain. Optional: binoculars, camera. RSVP: None. DIRECTIONS
Sun, May 18, 2014
9:00am – 12:00pm	Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months) Lake Solano Park & Campground Help care for Lake Solano Park & Campground! Join lead volunteer Aaron Damman on special projects, like improving the Shoreline and Beetle Point trails. WHAT TO BRING: A backpack with plenty of water and snacks. Heavy work gloves. Boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with tread for potentially rough, steep, and slippery terrain. Long, sturdy pants and layered clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). RSVP REQUIRED: Natalie DuMont, volunteer@solanolandtrust.org, 707-432-0150 x200. WHERE TO MEET: Lake Solano Park & Campground is located at 8685 Pleasants Valley Road, just off Highway 128 near the town of Winters. Meet Aaron just outside the Lake Solano Nature Center, on the west side of the park. MAP DIRECTIONS MORE ABOUT LAKE SOLANO PARK & CAMPGROUND: The park is located along beautiful Putah Creek, near the town of Winters. It's an ideal place for you and your family to picnic, camp, and canoe, as well as hike, bicycle, and watch wildlife! This area is rich in human and natural history. It was home to the Patwin Indians for thousands of years, it inspired the 1969 song "Green River" by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival, it became an official park in 1973, and today over 200,000 people visit each year. Because it's located precisely where the coastal foothills meet the Central Valley, its waterway, woods, and grasses are home to an especially wide variety of plants and animals. Learn more at www.solanocounty.com/parks.

Solano Land Trust Events

Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails (weekly on Saturdays through May, timing varies--check back for summer schedule)

Rockville Trails

Solano Land Trust's Administrative Offices are Closed

Holiday

6th Annual Lynch Canyon Trail Run & Community Hike

Lynch Canyon

Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months)

King-Swett Ranches

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month)

Rush Ranch

Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails

Rockville Trails

History & Nature Walk

Lake Solano Park & Campground

Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails

Rockville Trails

Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails

Rockville Trails

Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary)

Rush Ranch

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months)

Lake Solano Park & Campground

Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails

Rockville Trails

Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months)

Location varies

The Plants of Putah Creek

Lake Solano Park & Campground

Docent-led hike at Rockville Trails

Rockville Trails

Solano Land Trust's Administrative Offices are Closed

Holiday

Fireworks Viewing Hike

Lynch Canyon

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month)

Rush Ranch

Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months)

King-Swett Ranches

Steelhead and Salmon Seminar

Lake Solano Park & Campground

Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months)

Location varies

Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary)

Rush Ranch

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months)

Lake Solano Park & Campground

Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months)

King-Swett Ranches

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month)

Rush Ranch

Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months)

Location varies

Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary)

Rush Ranch

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months)

Lake Solano Park & Campground

Solano Land Trust's Administrative Offices are Closed

Holiday

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month)

Rush Ranch

Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months)

King-Swett Ranches

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months)

Lake Solano Park & Campground

Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months)

Location varies

Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary)

Rush Ranch

Docent-led hike at the King-Swett Ranches (1st Saturday of most months)

King-Swett Ranches

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month)

Rush Ranch

Volunteer Opportunity: Citizen Science Friday (3rd Friday of most months)

Location varies

Get the Rush (3rd Saturday of every month – timing and activities may vary)

Rush Ranch

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Lake Solano Park (3rd Sunday of most months)

Lake Solano Park & Campground

Volunteer Opportunity: Community Workday at Rush Ranch (1st Saturday of every month)