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June 2009
Sequoia Paddlers Pool Practice.
Canoe and kayak roll practice sessions at the Santa Rosa Ridgway pool. Come to learn or tune up your roll, practice wet exits and reentries, work on bracing, stroke techniques or just to connect with other paddlers. We meet Thursdays at The Ridgway pool in Santa Rosa from 7 PM to about 8:45PM. The Ridgway pool is located on Ridgeway Ave off of Mendocino right next to Santa Rosa High School. The water is warm but the air is often cold, so wet suits are recommended as well as PFD’s and helmets. Paddlers must bring their own clean boats and gear, instruction is not provided although advice and tips are available for the asking. The practice is co-sponsored by the Sequoia Paddlers and the Santa Rosa Parks and Recreation Department. The cost is $5. Please e-mail Sig at pool_coord@sequoiapc.org, or call 292-4947, if you have any questions. Happy paddling.
Sequoia Paddlers Section. The canoe, kayak and rafting section of the Redwood Chapter. Outings are often dependent on river conditions and do not have long lead times. Please check the Activities Page of our website, www.sequoiapc.org, for upcoming trips.
Wed. Jun 3 - North Group. Cathedral Trees, Rhododendron, Cal Barrel, Foothill Trail Loop, Humboldt County.
Hike ascending from prairie and creekside into old redwood forest featuring fantastic goose pens and cathedral groves amid rich understory, including blooming native rhododendron. Return down old road through huge redwoods. Mostly shaded. Bring liquids, lunch/snack, camera, wear layers and have good footwear. Class M-5-A Carpools: (from the south) Meet 9:30am Safeway parking lot (7 and F Sts.) Trailhead: 10:15am Prairie Creek State Park Visitor Center Leader Melinda 668-4275 mgroomster@gmail.com.
Sat., Jun 6 - Mendocino Group. Montgomery Woods State Park.
Hike a three mile loop through magnificent old growth redwoods and see how trees and the forest floor have recovered from last summers fires. We may also explore the new addition to the State Park along Orr Creek. Bring snacks or a bag lunch, & wear comfortable shoes. The hike will start at the parking lot at 10:00am Montgomery Woods is located on Orr Springs Road between Ukiah and Comptche. Class M-3-A. Carpools: Meet 9:15am Raleys parking lot in front of Kragens in Ukiah Trailhead: Meet 10am Montgomery Woods parking lot. RSVP hike leader Yvonne at 463-0342 or kramer@saber.net.
Sat., Jun 6 - Lake Group. Full Moon Hike on Mount St. Helena.
Hike to the top of St. Helena Mtn in the evening to catch the full moon and hike back down after a short interlude for a snack and to enjoy the lights in the distance all the way to San Francisco! Bring lots of water and a snack. Wear sturdy hiking shoes. Class M-10-B. Meeting place and time to be determined. Leaders Carol Magill & Boone Lodge, by reservation only c.magill@mchsi.com or 928-5423.
Sat-Sun., Jun 6-14 - Tonto Creek. Hellsgate Wilderness, Arizona.
Spectacular four day gorge scramble of Tonto Creek, a seldom visited granite canyon in the Mogollon Rim. It offers unadulterated wilderness, varied colors and geology in the canyon walls and a desert riparian habitat with saguaro cacti at the lower elevations. This canyon bottom occasionally receives large scouring flows thru its numerous narrows, resulting in lots of polished granite and lengthy pools to float thru on your air mattress. Tonto Creek is one of Arizonas premier gorge scrambles. For more information on this activity go to: http://www.motherlode.sierraclub.org/deltaSierra/GSPAGES/gspage0.htm. Call for participant requirements, available space, itinerary and outing details. Leader; Paul Plathe 209-476-1498. Delta Sierra Group.
Tues. Jun 9 - Sonoma Group. Evening Walk With Friends Sonoma Valley Regional Park.
This is a peaceful walk around the park and onto Sonoma Developmental Center property. We will hike through oak woodlands and past a lake on some moderately steep hills and rocky trails with uneven surfaces Class: E-4-A Carpools. Meet 5:50 at the shopping center on Calistoga Rd & Hwy 12 in southwest corner of parking lot. Meet 6:30pm Sonoma Valley Regional Park - off Hwy 12 east of Santa Rosa We leave shortly thereafter. There is a parking fee. Leader Carol Vellutini 546-6308 carolvsr@sonic.net.
Fri., Jun 12 - Sonoma Group. Singles Dinner and Movie Night, Sebastopol.
Meet Linda at Slice of Life restaurant at 5:45pm for a vegetarian meal followed by a movie at the Sebastopol Theater. Please note that this event is open to anyone, not just Sierra Club members. From Santa Rosa, take Hwy 12 West to Sebastopol. Turn right at 116/Petaluma Ave. Turn left at 116/McKinley Ave. Restaurant is on the right near Whole Foods. Call Linda to RSVP by 6/11. Info. before 8pm 829-6955.
Sat. Jun 13 - North Group. Decker Creek, Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
We'll start out on the Rockefeller Loop Trail, then head south on the River Trail to the ruins of Forest Lodge, then well backtrack and finish the Loop, crossing Decker Creek and Bull Creek along the way. Well see some nice stands of redwoods, vine maples at Decker Creek, and a variety of other trees and plant life along the way. Bring cameras, food, and water. Wear appropriate footwear and layered clothing. Class M-8-A. Carpools: Meet 9am Arcata Safeway parking lot. (from the south) Meet: 10:15am trailhead. By reservation only. Leader Susan 840-9084.
Sat. Jun 13 - Lake Group (with Friends of Boggs Mountain). Boggs Mountain State Forest.
Hike various trails. Appropriate footwear required - water and snack advised. Class M-8-A. Meet 9am - covered kiosk - main parking area. Entrance Forestry Road 1.3 miles north of Cobb Village on Hwy 175. Carpooling to more remote trails possible. Leader Boone Lodge friendsofboggsmountain@earthlink.net (707) 928-5819. Rain cancels.
Sat-Mon, Jun 13-15 - Sonoma Group. Backpack Trip Hetch Hetchy.
Join us for a two night trip out of Hetch Hetchy reservoir. The trip starts at a relatively low 3,600 and rises 800 in 6 miles to Rancheria falls, our camp site. From there we do a day hike the next day. Rated M/12/B. Detailed itinerary and food arrangements will be available to approved participants. Cost $25, unless you are part of the Beginning Backpack Seminar group. Leader: Don Anderson donsluck@live.com 707-235-5897, co-leader David Henry.
Sat-Sun., Jun 13-14 - Domeland Wilderness Basecamp.
In the very southernmost Sierras, this wilderness includes ponderosa pines, sage meadows, and the flowing South Fork of the Kern River. Elevation is modest and weather should be comfortable. On Saturday we backpack four miles to Rockhouse Basin, set up camp, and explore through the valley and along the river. Sunday will be a leisurely return to our cars. This will be an easy to moderate journey for learning backpackers. Leader: Craig Deutsche, craig.deutsche@gmail.com, (310-477-6670). CNRCC/Desert Committee.
Thurs. Jun 18 - Sonoma Group. After Work Crane Creek Hike.
This hike is co-sponsored with Sonoma County Regional Parks. Crane Creek is known for its beauty, with rolling hills, majestic oaks, wildflowers and babbling creek. We will do a loop hike, mostly around the perimeter of the park. The total distance is around 3 miles, with only slight climbs. Look for a variety of birds, including many raptures. Be sure to bring water, a snack, layered clothing and good hiking boots. Class E-3-A. Carpools: (leaderless) 5:30pm Santa Rosa Park & Ride under Hwy 12 overpass, between the Santa Rosa Veterans Building & Sonoma County Fairgrounds, or 5:30pm Petaluma Park & Ride, 101 & 116 E. Trailhead: 6pm Crane Creek parking lot. $5 per vehicle parking fee. By reservation only. Leader Bill Arenander 763-8133.
Sat., Jun 20 - Sonoma Group. Matt Davis & Steep Ravine Loop.
Matt Davis Trail curves a long, graceful arc from Mt. Tams Pantoll Ranger Station to the sea at Stinson Beach. Steep Ravine Trail makes a dramatic ascent alongside a boisterous stream in a steep-sided redwood canyon. Combining these two trails with a brief stint on the Dipsea Trail and you will be partaking in one of the best loop hikes that the Bay Area has to offer. We will come in contact with everything from deep forest and lush canyons containing small waterfalls to open grasslands offering capitol views of San Francisco to Pt. Reyes and the Pacific in between. We will break for lunch at Stinson Beach with breaks before and after. Bring comfortable boots, plenty of water, lunch and a camera. Class:M-7-B. Carpools: Meet 8am Santa Rosa Longs-I-Hop parking lot Farmers Lane & 4th st near the 4th St entrance departing 8:15am, 8:30am Petaluma Lakeville Park & Ride across from Hammers Ski and Marine.
Trailhead: Pantoll Rangers Station parking lot at 9:45am. Leader Tim Bartice. Cell 707-342-0471 jseal@anovaeducation.org
Sat., Jun 20 - Sonoma Group. Singles Potluck in Petaluma.
Join friends at Daves home at 5:30pm for social hour, followed by dinner at 6:30. Bring a dish and beverage to share and $1 for the club fund. No place setting is needed if you wash the ones provided. From 101 and Hwy 12 in Santa Rosa, take 101 south for 12 miles. Take Petaluma Blvd N exit toward Penngrove. Turn left on Old Redwood Hwy and then right onto N McDowell Blvd. After 0.9 miles, turn left on Corona Rd. and at the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto Sonoma Mtn Pkwy. Turn right on Maria Dr and right onto Morning Glory Dr to Daves home at 1448. The house is in the back. Info. call Karin before 8:30pm 539-7855.
Sat-Sun., Jun 20-21 - Benson Hut Work Party.
Benson Hut work party scheduled this summer for June to beat USFS fire restrictions. Involves hiking 3 miles to the Benson Hut Saturday morning, hut maintenance Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning, then hiking back Sunday afternoon. Maintenance involves stocking the hut with wood, repairs, staining and cleanup. Good exercise, wonderful setting and great fun. Friday night stay at Clair Tappaan Lodge included with work party (Dinner Friday night and breakfast Saturday am.) Contact leader Jim Gannon (707) 525-1052 jgannon99@sbcglobal.net for signup or questions.
Sat-Fri., Jun 20-26 - Wilderness Lakes and Yosemite (National Outing).
Join us for moderate hikes along sparkling streams, lush meadows, and granite expanses just outside Yosemite National Park. Well stop to swim in alpine lakes and picnic lake-side. Each evening, well return to hearty food and a comfortable cabin with a hot tub. On your free day, choose from area activities including the historic gold rush foothills, giant sequoias, and wine country. On the last day, well tour the waterfalls of Yosemite Valley. Leader: Fran Conklin. Fran@hospicemn.org. Cost $995.00.
Sun. June 21 - Lake Group (with Friends of Boggs Mountain). Boggs Mountain State Forest. Fathers Day.
Hike various trails. Appropriate footwear required - water and snack advised. Class H-7-A. Meet 9am - covered kiosk - main parking area. Entrance Forestry Road 1.3 miles north of Cobb Village on Hwy 175. Carpooling to more remote trails possible. Leader Boone Lodge friendsofboggsmountain@earthlink.net (707) 928-5819. Rain cancels.
Mon-Thurs., June 22-25 - Yolla Bolly Wilderness Backpack Trip.
A moderately paced excursion into the Yolla Bolly Wilderness, starting at Soldier Ridge Trailhead, out of Covelo. Route and other details are tentative, but should be a total of 20-25 miles. Call or email for further details. Leaders: Carl Inglin, 707 538-8271, chinglin@sonic.net and Val Nordeman nordeman@willitsonline.com.
Tues., Jun 23 - Sonoma Group. Evening Walk With Friends Foothill Regional Park- Trail of a Thousand Buckeyes.
Hope to catch the end of the Buckeye bloom. Smells heavenly on a warm night. Walking through oak woodlands and by four reservoirs we will watch the birds settle down for the evening. Terrain is hilly and steep in some areas. Class M-3-A Carpools: Meet 6:15 River Road Park & Ride leave 6:25. Meet 6:40 parking lot Foothill Regional Park; 3800 Hembree Lane Windsor. Either take Windsor turnoff and follow Regional Parks signs or Take Shiloh exit and turn left on Hembree; go across Old Redwood Hwy; park is on right about 1/4 mile. There is a parking fee. Leader Carol 546-6308 carolvsr@sonic.net.
Thurs., Jun 25 - Sonoma Group. After Work Hike, Putnam Park Petaluma.
This hike is co-sponsored with the Sonoma County Regional Parks. Expect a nice scenic hike with sweeping views. We will hike up and around the park on several trails, past the pond, through oak woodlands, with awesome views of Petaluma and surrounding hills. Hike is steep in places. Look for many species of birds especially raptures. Bring water, good hiking boots, layered clothing and a snack. Class H-4.5-B. Carpools: (leaderless) 5:10pm. Santa Rosa Park & Ride under Hwy 12 between the Sonoma County Fairgrounds & Santa Rosa Veterans Building; 5:40pm Petaluma Park & Ride 101 & 116 E. Trailhead: 6pm Putman Park. $5 per vehicle parking fee. By reservation only. Leader Bill Arenander 763-8133.
July 2009
Sat. July 4 - Lake Group (with Friends of Boggs Mountain). Boggs Mountain State Forest.
Educational walk on the Interpretive Trail. Appropriate footwear required. Class E-1.3-A. Meet 9am - covered kiosk - main parking area. Entrance Forestry Road 1.3 miles north of Cobb Village on Hwy 175. Leader Boone Lodge friendsofboggsmountain@earthlink.net (707) 928-5819. Rain cancels.
Sun., July 5 - Sequoia Paddlers, Lake Sonoma North End Paddle.
We'll put in at Yorty Creek, paddle out to the main lake, then paddle up to north end of the lake. Approximately a 10-mile round trip. Better suited to longer boats. Bring lunch, liquids, sunscreen. PFDs must be worn. Call or email for details. Leadere: Carl Inglin 707-538-8271 or chinglin@sonic.net.
Tues., July 7 - Mendocino Group. Moonlight walk on Bushay Trail, Lake Mendocino.
A three-mile round trip walk to enjoy the reflection of the full moon on the lake. Class E-3-A. Carpools: Meet 7pm Raleys parking lot in front of Kragens or meet 7:30pm Rangers station parking lot for Bushay Campground and well walk from there to the trail head. RSVP hike leader Yvonne Kramer 463-0342 or kramer@saber.net.
Thurs., July 9 - Sonoma Group. After Work Hike Shiloh Ranch Regional Park.
Come and join us for an enjoyable, approx. 5 mile perimeter loop hike through oak studded hills. We will visit an active frog pond. Trail follows and crosses a fern and moss lined creek. Note: There will be some steep climbs. There will be views of Mt. St. Helena and the Santa Rosa valley. Bring water, good hiking boots, layered clothing and a snack. Class E-5-A. Carpools: Meet 5pm Petaluma Park & Ride 101 & 116 East; 5:30 pm Santa Rosa Park & Ride on River Road, just west of 101, by the PG&E power distribution station. Trailhead: 6pm Shiloh Regional Park parking lot. $5 parking fee. Take the Shiloh Exit off 101 east, follow it to the end where it meets with Faught Road. Park is on the left. By registration only. Leader Bill Arenander 763-8133.
Fri., July 10 - Solano Group. Green Valley Falls.
This is a moderate hike to a scenic 60-foot waterfall on Vallejo Watershed property in Green Valley. We cross one creek and have a moderate climb to the falls. The total hike is about 4 miles r/t. The hike is limited to persons 14 and older,and persons under 18 must be with a parent. Hike is limited to 30 persons. Due to processing fees imposed by the City of Vallejo, we are asking for a donation of $5 per person. You must pre-register for this hike by July 3rd. Directions to the trail head will be given when you call to register. Bring water and snacks/lunch. Class M-4-A. 9:30-12:30pm. Info and sign-up: Kenn 707-319-1846.
Sat., July 11 - Sonoma Group. Singles Hike, Lunch Potluck and Swim, Guerneville.
Meet at Susan's home by 10:45am to drop off food and carpool 2 miles to Armstrong Redwoods State Park. Carl will lead us on a 2-hour hike. We will return for a potluck lunch at Susan's. Optional swimming later in the afternoon near her home. Bring a dish and beverage to share and $1 for the club fund. No place setting is needed if you wash the ones provided. Bring a towel and swimsuit if you want to swim in the river. From 101 in Santa Rosa, head north to the River Rd exit. Head west on River Rd. Right before you enter Guerneville, turn left at the stop light and go over the new Guerneville bridge. Take an immediate right onto Neeley Rd. Go for 1.4 miles to 17330 Neeley on the right. Info: call Karin before 8:30pm 539-7855.
Sat., July 11 - Sonoma Group. Mt Tam Hike.
Loop hike from Rock Springs Lakes Loop. Bring lunch, 2 liters of water and good hiking boots. 14-mi hike with about 2000 elevation gain. Hike starts 9am. Class S-14-C. Carpools: 8:00am Rohnert Park Park&Ride (South side of 101). Trailh0ead is Rock Springs. Leader Jim Gannon (707)-525-1052 jgannon99@sbcglobal.net. Heavy rain cancels.
Sat., July 11 - Solano Group. Mare Island Southshore Hike.
Walk along the Historic Southshore of Mare Island out to Pier 35 for great views of the San Pablo Bay and Carquinez Strait. Well visit a historic cemetery dating form 1858 and see the original Mare Island where 150 years ago the U.S. Navy sited its first West Coast shipyard. Well pass under heron and osprey nests in the proposed Mare Island Southshore Heritage Preserve. This is a level 4-mile r/t walk on paved and gravel roads in an area not yet open to public access. Class: E-4-A. 9:30-12:30. From I-80 in Vallejo take the Tennessee St exit west towards Mare Island. Once on Mare Island take the first left on Nimitz and go to 15th St. Turn right and follow to Railroad Ave. at Touro Univ. Go left on Railroad Ave., go through the Southgate and there will be parking along the road. From Napa take Hwy 29 south to Tennessee St., turn right towards Mare Island and follow above directions.
From Marin or Sonoma Counties take the Mare Island exit off of Hwy 37 and follow Walnut Ave south to "G" St (1st stop sign) and turn left. Take the 2nd right at Nimitz and follow above directions. Leader Kenn 707-319-1846.
Sun., July 12 - Sonoma Group. Sonoma Coast.
Hike Pomo Canyon to Goat Rock and back via Red Hill on beautiful Sonoma Coast. 11 miles with moderate elevation gain. Bring lunch, water and good hiking boots. Class M-11-B. Carpools 8:15am PG&E Park&Ride on River Road. Hike starts 9:15am and trailhead is Pomo Canyon Campground parking area. There is a parking fee at the trailhead. Leader Jim Gannon (707)-525-1052 jgannon99@sbcglobal.net. Heavy rain cancels.
Mon., July 13 - Sonoma Group. Evening Walk With Friends Ragle Ranch Regional Park.
The park features an outstanding grove of oak trees. A nature trail leads to Atascadero Creek. The park is also the site of a peace garden with a spectacular sculpture created by world-renowned artist, Masayuki Nagase. Well walk to the back of the park. The hike is about 3 miles. Class: E-about 3-A. Call to carpool from Santa Rosa. Leave Santa Rosa 6pm. Trailhead: Meet 6:25 in parking lot by bathrooms (close to Peace Garden) 500 Ragle Road, Sebastopol. There is a parking fee. Leader Carol Vellutini 546-6308 carolvsr@sonic.net.
Fri.-Mon., July 17-20 - Lassen Volcanic NP 3 night Backpack.
Come join us for an intermediate backpack to the Lassen National Park, a seldom visited area in northeastern California. This trip is offered in conjunction with the Beginners Backpack Seminar. Class M-18-B. The fee is $25. Those of you already in the Beginning Backpack Seminar group have first priority and don't have to pay the fee. Detailed itinerary will be available to approved participants. Leaders: Don Anderson 707-235-5897 donsluck@live.com and David Henry.
Sat., July 18 - Mendocino Group. "All Mendocino" Hike and BBQ.
Join several MG hike leaders for a interesting and varied hike leaving from Lorraine Buranzons home, through douglas firs, tan oaks and redwoods down into Van Damme State Park, along the shady Fern Trail beside the Little River, out to the sandy beach and protected cove of Van Damme Beach, and up the trail on the north side of the beach. We'll then explore the trail through the newest addition to Van Damme State Park at Spring Hill Ranch, along open ranch land & coastal bluffs past wave action and tidal pools, finally concluding our hike at the parking pull out near Chapman Point. We'll then return Lorraines for a relaxing BBQ. Hikers/walkers from all over the county are encouraged to attend, since carpooling will be possible. The BBQ meal will include both meat and vegetarian fare, and well discuss upcoming hikes, back packing trips, and potential weekend excursions arranged by the Mendo Group. Youll also be able to meet Vals two miniature donkey backpacking companions!
Dress in layers, bring a light snack, water, wear comfortable walking shoes. Class M-6-A. This is an opportunity to meet hike leaders Val Nordeman ( Laytonville 477-4199), Yvonne Kramer ( Ukiah 463-0342), Barbara Goodell (Boonville 895-3897) and Lorraine Buranzon ( Mendocino 937-3799) Contact the hike leader closest to your location to RSVP and for carpool info/directions. Limited to 20. Carpool departure times based on distance from Mendocino. Hike will start around 10:30, will take about 3 hours, followed by the BBQ.
Sat. July 18 - North Group. Wagon Road North/Coastal Trail Loop, Redwood National Park, Del Norte County.
This hike will take us on an old roadbed from the Redwood Hostel to the Trees of Mystery, where well then connect with the Hidden Beach Trail, stop for lunch at Hidden Beach, and complete the loop on the beautiful and scenic Coastal Trail. Bring cameras, food, and water. Wear appropriate footwear and layered clothing. Class M-5-A. Carpools: Meet 9:00am southeast corner of the McKinleyville Safeway parking lot. (from the north). Meet 10:15am trailhead. By reservation only. Leader Susan at 840-9084.
Sat. July 18 - Sonoma Group. Coastal, Cataract & Old Mine Loop.
Located in Mount Tamalpais State Park starting at the Pantoll Rangers Station, this hike has it all-secluded forest groves laced with small coursing steams, wide grass lands covered with wild flowers and spectacular vistas of city and sea. Please bring plenty of water, lunch, good hiking footwear and your camera for one of the more pleasant hikes in Marin. Class: M-7-A. Carpools: 8am Santa Rosa Longs/I-Hop parking lot on the corner of 4th & Farmers Lane at the 4th St entrance. Petaluma 8:45am Lakeville Park & Ride across from Hammers Ski & Marine. Limited space. RSVP. Leader: Tim Bartice cell 707-342-0471 jseal@anovaeducation.org.
Thurs. July 23 - Sonoma Group. After Work Hike Foothills Regional Park, Windsor.
Come join us for an enjoyable, short, leisurely hike in a very scenic oak woodland park in the outskirts of Windsor. We will pass three picturesque lakes, and hike to an overlook of Windsor/ Santa Rosa plain. We will make a loop of the park, approximately 4 miles. Note: Expect some steep ups and downs! Bring water, good hiking boots, layered clothing and a snack. Class E-4-A. Car pools: Meet: Petaluma 5pm 101 & 116 East, or Santa Rosa, 5:30pm Park & Ride River Road, just west of 101, by the power distribution station; trailhead: 6pm Foothills Regional Park parking lot corner of Arata & Hembree Lanes. $5 parking fee. By registration only. Leader Bill Arenander 763-8133.
Fri., July 24 - Sonoma Group. Singles Dinner and Movie Night, Sebastopol.
Meet Linda at Slice of Life restaurant at 5:45pm for a vegetarian meal followed by a movie at the Sebastopol Theater. Please note that this event is open to anyone, not just Sierra Club members. From Santa Rosa, take Hwy 12 West to Sebastopol. Turn right at 116/Petaluma Ave. Turn left at 116/McKinley Ave. Restaurant is on the right near Whole Foods. Call Linda to RSVP by 7/23. Info. before 8 pm 829-6955.
Sat. July 25 - Lake Group (with Friends of Boggs Mountain). Boggs Mountain State Forest.
Hike various trails. Appropriate footwear required - water and snack advised. Class M-6-A. Meet 9am - covered kiosk - main parking area. Entrance Forestry Road 1.3 miles north of Cobb Village on Hwy 175. Carpooling to more remote trails possible. Leader Boone Lodge friendsofboggsmountain@earthlink.net (707) 928-5819. Rain cancels.
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Fri.-Sun., Aug 7-9 - Napa Group/Sequoia Paddlers. Loon Lake Paddle for artists/doodlers.
3 days, 2 nights camping on Loon Lake. Bring your paints, pastels, pencils... whether you are an accomplished artist, or like me, just like to put color on paper, this trip is for you. We will go and look for inspiration on the water or on land. Partners and friends not interested in the arts or contemplation are also welcome. Leader: Isabelle @ 707-253-2293 or isaintguily@gmail.com; Co-leader Carl Inglin 707-538-8271 or chinglin@sonic.net.
Sun., Aug 9 - Lake Group (with Friends of Boggs Mountain). Boggs Mountain State Forest.
Hike various trails. Appropriate footwear required - water and snack advised. Class H-7-A. Meet 9am - covered kiosk - main parking area. Entrance Forestry Road 1.3 miles north of Cobb Village on Hwy 175. Carpooling to more remote trails possible. Leader Boone Lodge friendsofboggsmountain@earthlink.net (707) 928-5819. Rain cancels.
Sat., Aug 22 - Lake Group (with Friends of Boggs Mountain). Boggs Mountain State Forest.
Hike various trails. Appropriate footwear required - water and snack advised. Class H-7-A. Meet 9am - covered kiosk - main parking area. Entrance Forestry Road 1.3 miles north of Cobb Village on Hwy 175. Carpooling to more remote trails possible. Leader Boone Lodge friendsofboggsmountain@earthlink.net (707) 928-5819. Rain cancels.
Fri.-Sun., Sept. 11-13 - Napa Group/Sequoia Paddlers. Utica Reservoir Paddle.
3 days, 2 nights camping on Utica Reservoir. We load the boats and find a quiet camping spot across the water. Cooking, napping, hiking, swimming, reading, story telling... Leader: Isabelle @ 707-253-2293 or isaintguily@gmail.com; Co-leader Carl Inglin 707-538-8271 or chinglin@sonic.net.
Sat.-Sun., Sept. 12-13 - 2nd Saturday-Sunday Benson Hut Work Party.
Benson Hut work party scheduled for this Fall involves hiking 3 miles to the Benson Hut Saturday morning, hut maintenance Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning, then hiking back Sunday afternoon. Maintenance involves stocking the hut with wood, repairs, staining and cleanup. Good exercise, wonderful setting and great fun. Friday night stay at Clair Tappaan Lodge included with work party (Dinner Friday night and breakfast Saturday am). Contact leader Jim Gannon (707)-525-1052 jgannon99@sbcglobal.net for signup or questions.
Fri-Sun, Sept. 25-27 - Sonoma Group. Yosemite Fall Backpack.
Join us for the 3rd annual first weekend of fall three-day backpack trip in Yosemite National Park. Enjoy warm days, cool nights and no crowds as we experience the back country during the magical Autumn season. Our 22-mile trip will include both moderate and steep terrain to transport us to some of Yosemites most beautiful scenery. Detailed trip logistics and checklists are available to all interested participants. Group size is limited to 13. Cost $15 per person.Trip is rated as moderate to strenuous (M/H-22-D). Contact leader Paul Bozzo at (707) 696-0508 or paulbozzo@gmail.com for more information and to register.
Non-Sierra Club Activities
The following activities are not sponsored nor administered by the Sierra Club. The Sierra Club has no information about the planning of these activities and makes no representations or warranties about the quality, safety, supervision or management of such activities. They are published because they may be of interest to the readers of this publication.
Sat., Jun 6 - National Trails Day.
9am to about 3pm. Join dedicated trail volunteers for the Annual Kortum Trail mowing. Bring gloves and a lunch. To register please contact Bill Bambrick at wbambrick@comcast.net.
Sat., Jun 6 - Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue Tour.
10-11:30am. Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of injured and orphaned wildlife and to promote understanding and appreciation of wildlife. Sick, injured or orphaned wildlife that could not survive in the wild are given a second chance at the center. Current residents include coyote, a red fox, a gray fox, a squirrel, raccoons, a skunk, and two mountain lion cubs. Join us for a presentation and tour of the Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue center with Cassidy Slater, Education Outreach Director. A good opportunity for a family outing! Donations to SCWR requested to help cover costs. Contact Jenny Blaker or 792-4422 to register and to arrange carpooling.
Saturday Saunters for Santa Rosa Area.
Every Saturday. Meets 9am and usually ends around 11:30. These walks are moderate. Fun way to exercise with friends. For info call Bob Martin 707-539-6300.
Sonoma County Regional Parks Trail Work Days.
On the day of the project you can call 707-548-4424 for an update or if you get lost coming to the park. Your support and dedication to our County's trails really makes a big difference. To RSVP for any of these projects please call John at 707-565-3356.
Call for Yosemite Valley Volunteers.
LeConte Memorial Lodge is a 105-year-old visitor center, environmental education center, and library operated by the Sierra Club in Yosemite National Park. We are looking for Sierra Club members who have visited Yosemite at least once within the last five years and are interested in volunteering for one week between May 2nd and September 26th. Hours of operation are from 10am-4pm, Weds.-Sun, and 7:30-10pm for weekend evening programs on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. All volunteers arrive on Saturday by 3pm and volunteer at LML that evening, and depart the following Saturday between 1 and 4pm, after volunteering. Training takes place on Sunday morning at 9am.
Volunteers enjoy free entrance to Yosemite National Park, free camping at the campsite during the time they volunteer, and Monday and Tuesday to spend at their leisure. To provide the best opportunity for visitors, excellent communication skills are essential. For more information visit sierraclub.org/education/leconte/volunteering.asp or contact Bonnie Gisel, the LeConte Lodge curator, at leconte.curator@sierraclub.org or (209) 403-6676 (before May 2). After May 2nd call (209) 372-4542.
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