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Independent Bookstore Day
Independent Bookstore Day is a one-day national party that takes place at indie bookstores across the country on the last Saturday in April. Every store is unique and independent, and every party is different. But in addition to authors, live music, cupcakes, scavenger hunts, kids events, art tables, readings, barbecues, contests, and other fun stuff, there are exclusive books and literary items that you can only get on that day. Not before. Not after. Not online. WHEN: April 28, 2018…
Find out more »Wonders of the West: Garden Club of America Annual Meeting Flower Show
More than 600 attendees from 200 clubs affiliated with The Garden Club of America (GCA) will converge on San Francisco April 28 and 29 for a flower show, run by the Orinda Garden Club (OGC). Free and open to the public, the event will be held at the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero in the Atrium on the third floor. When: Hours are April 28, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and April 29, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meet At: Hyatt Regency…
Find out more »Native Plants and Trees Identification Loch Walk
City of Santa Cruz Water Department botanist Andy Werner and forester Steve Butler (aka "Slim") will lead a free short interpretive hike on Newell Creek watershed property around Loch Lomond Recreation area. On this walk they will be focusing on native tree and plant identification, forest succession dynamics, invasive weed management and other related topics associated with redwood forests. Where: Loch Lomond Recreation Area Meet: Glen Corrie Picnic area When: April 28, 2018; 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bring: wear…
Find out more »Wonders of the West: Garden Club of America Annual Meeting Flower Show
More than 600 attendees from 200 clubs affiliated with The Garden Club of America (GCA) will converge on San Francisco April 28 and 29 for a flower show, run by the Orinda Garden Club (OGC). Free and open to the public, the event will be held at the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero in the Atrium on the third floor. When: Hours are April 28, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and April 29, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meet At: Hyatt Regency…
Find out more »Free Second Saturdays at Redwood State Parks
Save the Redwoods League and California State Parks have collaborated for the fourth consecutive year on public access strategies, and are now offering free day-use admission to more than 40 redwood state parks every second Saturday of each month in 2018.
Find out more »Docent-led Hike at Mt. Tamalpais SP: May 2018
We all need strength and balance to live a good life. We can find some great examples in nature. Let's walk and find some of these meaningful connections between us and the surrounding trees. When: Saturday, May 12 at 9:30am Where: Meet at Pantoll parking lot at Mount Tamalpais State Park Topic: Redwood Trees Docent: Maria de La Fuente Difficulty: - Regular, moderately paced, about 5 to 7 miles, may have up to 1500’ elevation gain. Hikes are for up…
Find out more »Redwood Athletic Hike
Want to learn about redwoods, birds, and the flowering plants of Bothe? Come see the beautiful tandem of California buckeye and spice bush in bloom, but at a faster pace! This hike is presented by Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. Meet At: Redwood Trailhead When: Saturday, Feb. 10 | April 14 | May 12 | Nov. 10, 2018 Time: 10:00:00 AM
Find out more »Blooms of Bothe
May is a great time to be in our park as the spice bush and California buckeye are usually on display in tandem. Come explore these magnificent blooms as well as learn about other flowering plants in Bothe park during a leisurely walk along Ritchey Creek. This hike is presented by Bothe-Napa Valley State Park. Meet At: Redwood Trailhead When: Saturday, May 12, 2018 Time: 10:00:00 AM
Find out more »Candelabra Tree Hike at Butano SP
Join docent Tammy Bloom on a forest discovery hike along the Candelabra Trail located in the less visited Gazos Canyon. This 2 mile, 1.5 hour hike will take you through oak and redwood habitats and includes the trails namesake, the Candelabra Tree. The hike is free and is considered moderate uphill. Bring water, snacks, binoculars and good hiking shoes. Check in at the Butano entrance station for directions to the trailhead along Gazos Creek Road just past the Cloverdale Road…
Find out more »Roy’s Redwoods Field Day
Bring the whole family for a field day at Roy’s Redwoods Open Space Preserve! Learn from experts about the preserve's unique hydrology, and possibilities for restoring Larsen Creek, which runs through it. Hear a ranger-led talk about redwood forest ecology and old growth trees. Meet the One Tam team that is exploring opportunities to improve the visitor experience and ecological health of the Preserve, and tell them what you love about Roy’s! WHERE: Roy’s Redwoods Open Space Preserve MEETING LOCATION:…
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