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Blue Rock Springs Creek Corridor
Saturday,
FEB
22, 2014
9:00 AM VALLEJO WATERSHED ALLIANCE — Hanns Park Meadow We are requesting your assistance with planting plenty of native oaks, buckeyes and grass plugs and cutting invasive weeds, such as English Ivy. We also will need assistance clearing other non-native weeds from planting sites. Location: Vallejo DIRECTIONS: Skyline Drive at Redwood Parkway |
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Nature Hike
Saturday,
FEB
22, 2014
9:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Rockville Trails Take a moderate-effort hike as you trek about 4 miles up and down the hilly, rocky terrain to the interior of this 1,500-acre natural area. Enjoy the majestic oaks and see the greening effects of February’s rains. Learn about the area’s natural history and watch for signs of wildlife that depend on this area for food, shelter, and safe passage. Rockville Trails Preserve is only accessible by docent-led hikes at this time. There is no drinking water, and there are no bathrooms or parking lots yet. Dogs are not permitted. Since the preserve is otherwise closed, the entry and exit gate will be locked except for the start and end times of the hike. Advanced registration is required. Click here to register online, or call Lorenzo at 707-330-7263. Heavy rain cancels. Call Lorenzo if the weather is uncertain: 707-330-7263. Leader: Lorenzo Location: Fairfield DIRECTIONS: Meet your guide, Lorenzo, promptly and be ready to leave immediately from the big red "Ice House" building on Suisun Valley Ct, near the intersection of Rockville Rd. and Suisun Valley Rd., Fairfield, CA. |
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Tree Volunteer Day at Matthew Turner School
Saturday,
FEB
22, 2014
9:00 AM BENICIA TREE FOUNDATION — Matthew Turner Elementary School Please join Benicia's team of volunteer tree stewards and help us plant new trees at Matthew Turner School! No experience necessary - we'll provide tools and instruction. Bring your own gloves if you have them. All ages welcome - minors must be accompanied by adult. Questions? Call 745-4546 or email info@beniciatrees.org. Location: 540 Rose Dr Benicia |
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Volunteer Tree & Shrub Planting -- Morning
Saturday,
FEB
22, 2014
9:00 AM SOLANO RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT — Alamo Creek Trail & Southside Bike Trail Solano Resource Conservation District will be holding a number of 3-hour volunteer planting events along the Alamo Creek and Southside Bike Trails in the city of Vacaville. Each planting date will have a morning or an afternoon session to sign up for. Over 1,000 native trees and shrubs as well as 10,000 native grass, sedge and wildflower plugs will be planted at 10 sites where there are currently few trees or other native plants growing. Volunteers need not be experts – if you have an interest in conservation or restoration, we welcome you at these events. Families are also welcome, although the plug planting events are best for families with small children (10 and under). Participants should bring sun protection and a water bottle and dress in layers of clothing. Solano RCD will provide snacks and all necessary tools. An RSVP is required to reserve a spot. You can RSVP online or call Katherine at 707-678-1655 x118. Registration is required. Location: Vacaville DIRECTIONS: Details for the meeting location will be given on RSVP. |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
FEB
22, 2014
9:30 AM BENICIA STATE PARKS ASSOCIATION — Forrest Deaner Native Plant Botanic Garden We meet every Saturday from 9:30-11:30am in the Forrest Deaner Native Plant Botanic Garden located at the Benicia State Park Recreation Area for planting, weeding, and tending. Parking is free on Saturday Volunteer Days. Tell the Gate Attendant that you are going into the Park to work at the Garden. Location: I-780 at Columbus Parkway Benicia State Park Recreation Area Benicia |
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Volunteer Tree & Shrub Planting -- Afternoon
Saturday,
FEB
22, 2014
1:00 PM SOLANO RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT — Alamo Creek Bike Trail Solano Resource Conservation District will be holding a number of 3-hour volunteer planting events along the Alamo Creek and Southside Bike Trails in the city of Vacaville. Each planting date will have a morning or an afternoon session to sign up for. Over 1,000 native trees and shrubs as well as 10,000 native grass, sedge and wildflower plugs will be planted at 10 sites where there are currently few trees or other native plants growing. Volunteers need not be experts – if you have an interest in conservation or restoration, we welcome you at these events. Families are also welcome, although the plug planting events are best for families with small children (10 and under). Participants should bring sun protection and a water bottle and dress in layers of clothing. Solano RCD will provide snacks and all necessary tools. An RSVP is required to reserve a spot. You can RSVP online or call Katherine at 707-678-1655 x118. Registration is required. Location: Vacaville DIRECTIONS: Details for the meeting location will be given on RSVP. |
