Sat Apr 5 - Beginning of Spring, "Get out of the House"
hike.
This half-day at the Veterans Home in Yountville will take you past Hinman
Reservoir, up to the old deer camp and back via the cemetery. Class M3A.
Leave from the Napa Valley Museum parking lot 8:30AM. Return to cars about
11:30. Wear hiking boots; the trail is uneven and steep. Bring water, sun
protection and a snack if you want. Moderate exercise and nice views. For
more information call Penny at 944-2058
Sat Apr 5 - Rector Ridge Hike and Potluck Picnic
We will start with a strenuous one-hour, 1,000 vertical foot uphill climb
with the best views of Napa Valley, followed by a leisurely stroll through
the wildflowers, and then an even more leisurely picnic. Bring your own
picnic supplies and a treat or two to share. Class M/S5B. Bring water and
clothes for changing weather. This hike is co-sponsored by the Sierra Club
and the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council. Call hike leader Chip Bouril at 944-2058
or csbouril@napanet.net for details and reservations.
Sun Apr 13 - Vineyard Educational Tour & Hike,
10 AM to 2PM
This outing is for adults asking the question "Can Vineyards and
Nature Co-Exist?"
We will walk in the vineyard on grass and then climb a steep hill where
we will eat lunch and enjoy the view. M/S4A We will be guided by the vineyard
owner and vineyard manager. The trip is limited to 30. Reservations are
required. Contact Wally Juchert at 963.9052 or jwallydianeb@juno.com
Sat Apr 26 - Flower Walk at Rockville Regional Park
Class E4F We will take a leisurely stroll over beautiful flower covered
hills at this park in Solano County. There are reputed to be over 100 wildflower
species. Note: There are no rest rooms in the park. Carpool meets at 9:15AM
in front of Blockbusters Video near the old Montgomery Wards in Napa or
at 10:00AM at the main parking lot on Rockville Road. Wear layered clothing,
hiking shoes and bring water. Rain cancels. Optional lunch after the hike.
Leaders: Alison at 253-0846 or Penny at 944-2058.
Sat Apr 26 - Kid's Hike at Lake Hennessey
Class E3A. This easy hike along the back side of Lake Hennessey will
take us right along the water where we will see water fowl and their habitat,
hawks in flight, and, possibly, eagles. Wear layered clothing, a hat, sunscreen.
Bring water, a snack; and binoculars if you have them. Rain cancels. Children
must be accompanied by a parent.
The hike starts at 10AM. Call Gina at 967-84656 for info and directions.
Sat May 3 - Kids Hike at Point Reyes
CANCELLED due to leader's broken toe
Class E3A. This easy hike will follow the Earthquake trail and the Woodpecker
trail and continue to the Miwok Village just outside the Visitor's Center
at Point Reyes National Seashore. Expect to see wildflowers, deer, and elk.
Wear layered clothing, a hat, and sunscreen. Bring a snack and binoculars
if you have them. Make a day of it and spend some time in the charming town
of Point Reyes Station. Children must be accompanied by a parent. The hike
starts at 10AM. Call Gina, 967-8456 for information.
Sun May 11 - Mothers Day Hike - An extended River-to-(Top
of)-Ridge Trail hike for hardy moms!
From our meeting point at Kennedy Park we'll view the Napa River and
then mosey all the way up through Skyline Park to the top of the Rimrock
Trail before returning to the cars. Whew! A beautiful trek, but 11 miles
total (Class S11B). There will also be a group that turns around at Skyline
for those who feel 7 miles will be enough (Class M7A). There is a $4 per
non-member fee to enter Skyline Park. Meet at Napa's Kennedy Park picnic
grounds at 8:30AM. This hike is co-sponsored by the Land Trust of Napa County.
Hike leader Chip Bouril, 944-2058, or csbouril@napanet.net.
Sun May 18 - Skyline Park
Class E5A Leisurely late spring walk up Lake Marie Road in Skyline Park.
We will eat lunch at Lake Marie. Carpool meets at 10:00AM in front of Blockbuster
Video near the old Montgomery Wards in Napa or meet at 10:30AM at the main
parking lot at Skyline Park. Entrance fee is $5.00 per car. Wear layered
clothing, hiking shoes and bring water and lunch. Rain cancels. Leader:
Alison at 253-0864.
Sat May 31 - Buchli Station Bird Preserve Hike.
Class E3A. Meet at the Buchli station parking lot at 8:30AM. This half day hike
is very flat and follows the old salt ponds dikes. The area can be great
for wild life watching - mainly birds, every thing from migratory shore
birds to the not often seen Flamingos (no promises). Hiking boots advisable
but not a must. Bring water, sun protection and a snack if you want. Return
to cars about 11:30am. For more information call Penny at 944-2058
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