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Lagoon Valley Half Marathon, 10K, 5K
Saturday,
MAR
29, 2014
8:00 AM BRAZEN RACING — Lagoon Valley Park The lagoon may or may not be home to a mysterious monster and lost treasure of pirates, but it is definitely home of riches in the form of trails to run! Bursting into spring, Brazen is heading to a park which encompasses a lagoon we're not entirely sure is uninhabited. All runners will be treated to some sweet single track in the surrounding park while half marathoners make their way up to the top of the mountain for a possible sighting of the lagoon critter. Start times will be: 8:00am for the Half Marathon, 8:20am for the 10K and 8:40am for the 5K. All races will be professionally timed. All runners will receive custom finisher medals and custom shirts (cotton and tech shirts available). Age group awards will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in 5 year categories (less for the younger ages). Hikers/walkers are welcome. A 7:30am start will be available for hikers. Hikers must carry water and be capable of following the course map on their own. Course monitors and aid stations may not yet be open for the first part of the course. Hikers are not eligible for overall or age group awards, but do receive official finish times, finisher medals, shirts, etc., exactly the same as all other runners. There are three prices: early bird (before 2/16), regular (until 3/16) and late/race day entry (after 3/16). Registration is required. Location: Vacaville DIRECTIONS: Peña Adobe Rd off I-80. |
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Nature Hike: See Spring Happening!
Saturday,
MAR
29, 2014
9:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Rockville Trails Join a docent-led hike through the fields and woods, over hill and dale. Enjoy the oak trees, the grass that is finally green again, the views and the fresh air. Learn about nature and local history and geology on this moderate 4-mile hike. Children who are experienced hikers are welcome. 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 Registration is required. 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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Nature Journaling Hike
Saturday,
MAR
29, 2014
9:00 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Rockville Trails Like to sketch or photograph nature, or just take a gently paced hike outdoors? Join docents Jody Lane, nature journalist, & Jane Hawkes, bird enthusiast, for this leisurely guided hike. The pace allows participants plenty of time to observe wildflowers, oaks, sweeping vistas and perhaps resident wildlife. Bring cameras, sketchbooks, watercolours and journals to enjoy this day and capture your memories. Arrive on time and be prepared to immediately carpool or caravan from the meeting place to the trailhead. Participants of all ages are welcome, but they must be prepared for the following: a leisurely pace hiking 4 miles up and down rugged, steep, and slippery hills that are full of loose rocks, sticky seeds, thorny plants, and thistle. Rockville Trails Preserve is a working ranch—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. All trails are unimproved—expect rough, rocky, uneven ground. Visitors must be accompanied by a docent at all times. Since the preserve is otherwise closed, the entry and exit gate will be locked except for the start and end times of the hike. There is no drinking water or bathrooms. Dogs are not allowed. Bring a backpack with plenty of water and lunch, boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes with good tread, layered clothes with long, sturdy pants, and protection from the elements.Also recommended: hiking sticks, bug repellent, binoculars, camera, sketchbooks, watercolours, journals and sitting pads. Advance registration required. Click here to register online, or call Cathy at 707-745-1913. Heavy rain cancels. Call Cathy if the weather is uncertain: 707-745-1913. Leader: Jody Lane & Jane Hawkes Registration is required. Location: Fairfield DIRECTIONS: Meet your guides 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. Be prepared to carpool from there. |
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Garden Volunteer Day
Saturday,
MAR
29, 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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Pre-Trail-Run Power Hike
Saturday,
MAR
29, 2014
9:30 AM SOLANO LAND TRUST — Lynch Canyon Open Space Park Get in shape for the Lynch Canyon Trail Run! Today it's a 5K power walk/jog with docent Karen Peitz. Bring cash for parking ($5), plenty of water and snacks, trail-running shoes, protection from the elements (sun, wind, fog, rain). There is no drinking water on the property. Lynch Canyon is a working ranch—cattle are free range so they roam as they please. Dogs are not allowed. Meet in the Lynch Canyon parking lot. RSVP if you would like to join this event. Rain cancels. Leader: Karen Peitz Parking Fee: $5 Location: 3100 Lynch Road Vallejo DIRECTIONS: From I-80 East, take the Hiddenbrooke Parkway exit and follow the Lynch Canyon signs. From I-80 West, take the Red Top Road exit and follow the Lynch Canyon signs. |
