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June
Sequoia Paddlers - Canoe and kayak roll practice.
Ridgway Swim Center in Santa Rosa Thursday 7:15-8:45pm. The pool is located on Ridgway Ave off 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. Showers are available. Cost $5. Co-sponsored by the Sequoia Paddlers and the Santa Rosa Parks and Recreation Department. Please e-mail Sig at pool_coord@sequoiapc.org, or call 292-4947.
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.
Sat., May 19 - Sonoma Group Singles Potluck in Cotati.
Join us at Stephens home in Cotati for our May potluck. Social hour 5pm, dinner 6. 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 in Santa Rosa, head south to exit 116 in Cotati. Turn left to go under the freeway, then right (south) on Old Redwood Hwy to the Cotati hub. Turn left on E. Cotati, then right at stop sign on LaSalle. Proceed past 1st stop sign to 2nd cul-de-sac., 8500 LaSalle Ave. is on the left. Info. Karen before 8:30pm. 664-1448.
Sat May 19 Lake Group Boggs Mountain Forest Hike.
Hike various trails. Need sturdy shoes,lunch, plenty of water, prior long distance hiking experience. Neutered/spayed dogs on leash welcome. Class M-7-8-A. Meet 7am Boggs Forest, Cobb. Reservation required. Leader Carol Magill, c.magill@mchsi.com 707-928-5423, 707-295-0862 (cell).
Sat. May 26 Lake Group (with Friends of Boggs Mountain) Boggs Mountain State Forest Hike.
Hike various trails. Appropriate footwear required, water/snack advised. Neutered/Spayed dogs on leash welcome. Class M-5-6 -A. Meet: 9am kiosk-main parking area. Entrance at Forestry Road 1.3 miles north of Cobb Village on Hwy 175. Leader Boone Lodge fobm@mediacombb.net (707) 928-5819. Bad weather cancels.
Sat-Sun May 26-27 Lake Group Snow Mountain Summit Hike.
Backpack to Snow Mountain Wilderness. On Saturday we will drive to Summit Springs and then climb approximately 3 miles to a camp near Cedar Grove. Next day to the summit and then back to the cars. Possible extension to May 28 if desired. Bring overnight gear and food. and water filter. Class H-10-C Meet: 8am Upper Lake Ranger station Elk Mountain Road. By reservation only. Leader Steve Devoto sdevoto@mchsi.com.
Sat. June 2 - Sonoma Group National Trails Day Hood Mountain Regional Park
This will mark Sierra Club’s 30th year of participation on the Nattkemper Trail. Co-sponsored by Sonoma County Regional Parks. It also marks my retirement after 30 years as organizer of this event. Co-leader Elisa Stancil will take over. Sierra Club volunteers built the Nattkemper Trail. We need your help to keep it in good repair. Work sites depend on the trail conditions. Bring lunch, liquids, gloves, hiking boots, snacks, and daypack. We have tools. You will be carrying a tool about one mile to the workplace. We always have fun and the work is rewarding. This is a steep single track trail. By reservation only by May 30th as I need to order tools. Carpools: Meet 8:30am Adobe Canyon Rd on the right after turning off Hwy 12 toward Sugarloaf Park (close to Vineyards Restaurant) leave 8:45. We will finish around 4:30. Reservations: Carol Vellutini 546-6308 carolvsr@sonic.net. Co-leader Elisa Stancil elisastancil@gmail.com.
Rain cancels. We have not set a rain date at this time. We have put in 2,035.70 hours on this trail.
Sat. June 2 - Sonoma Group. Hood Mountain Hike.
Hike to start from the lower lot of the new Johnson Ridge Trail to Hood Mountain summit then will return via the Goodspeed trail to Adobe Canyon Parking area. A 9 mile hike with over 1700 elevation gain. Bring lunch, water and sturdy hiking boots. Class S-9-C Meet 9am lower lot of the Johnson Ridge trail (Pythian Road). This will be a car shuttle hike so we will need to manage cars to the Adobe Canyon trailhead. Jim Gannon (707)-525-1052, jgannon99@sbcglobal.net.
Sun. June 3 - Sonoma Group. Mt Tam Hike.
Loop hike from Rock Springs – Lakes Loop. Bring lunch, 2 liters of water and good hiking boots. 12+ mi hike with about 2000’ elevation gain. Hike starts 9am. Class S-12-C Carpools 8am Rohnert Park Park&Ride (South side of 101). Trailhead is Rock Springs. Leader Jim Gannon (707)-525-1052 jgannon99@sbcglobal.net. Heavy rain cancels.
Sat. June 9 - A Spring celebration walk at Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve in Vallejo.
We will walk to the highest point on Mare Island and encounter various wildflowers and spectacular views towards the Carquinez Strait and San Pablo Bay with the likelihood of seeing fledgling ospreys and great blue herons along the way. The route also includes various historical features along the way. This walk is a fairly easy 3.0 mile r/t walk on paved roads. Class E-4-A. 9:30-11:00. Take U.S. 101, I-80 or Hwy29 to Highway 37 and take the Mare Island exit just west of Vallejo. Follow Walnut Ave south to ‘G’ St (1st stop sign) and turn left. Take the 2nd right at Nimitz and go to 15th S stop sign and turn right. Go to Railroad Ave and turn left. Follow Railroad through the South Gate to the Park kiosk and park along the road. Leader Brian Collett 530 220-3121.
Sat June 9 Lake Group Boggs Mountain Forest Hike.
Hike various trails. Need sturdy shoes, plenty of water, prior long distance hiking. Neutered/spayed dogs on leash welcome. Class M-7-8-A. Meet: 7am Boggs Forest. By reservation only. Leader Carol Magill c.magill@mchsi.com 707-928-5423, 707-295-0862 (cell).
Sat. June 9 - North Group. Friendship Ridge, Prairie Creek State Park Hike.
Enjoy old growth, ocean views, flowers, ferns, a waterfall and possibly elk on this loop beginning at Fern Canyon Trailhead. Our route will proceed clockwise: northward on the Coastal Trail, up Westridge, along Friendship Ridge, and closing with a short section on James Irvine Trail. Expect some steep, rough spots and a few soggy stretches. Bring food and water; wear hiking footwear and layered clothing. No dogs. Rain cancels. Class M-8-A. Carpools: Arcata Safeway (7th & F Streets) 9am, or Fern Canyon Parking Area (Hwy 101 north, exit Davison Road, follow sign to parking lot) 10:30am. Leader Melinda 707-668-4275 or mgroomster@gmail.com.
Sat., Jun. 9 – Napa Group Hood Mountain Day Hike.
After a drive through scenic Sonoma Valley, we’ll summit Hood Mountain via the coolest, shadiest route, following Hood Creek along well-maintained trails, with peaceful lakes, panoramic views, and surprising late-spring wildflowers. Portions of the trail are steep, and the 2000 ft gain can be tiring. For greater variety of scenery, environment, and wildflowers, we’ll return to the valley by a different trail, with a short car shuttle at the end. A bit of a challenge at 9 miles in length, with elevation gain about 2000’. The trail is well-maintained; conditions vary from wide, shady, and smooth to exposed, rough, steep, and rocky. Bring lunch and liquids. Class: M-9-C. Please RSVP online, at http://www.meetup.com/Sacramento-Sierra-Club/events/63547932/ or contact the leader. Co-led with Mother Lode Chapter. Leader: Martin Farber 707.253.9606, kowsoi@juno.com. Rain cancels.
Tues.-Fri. June 12-15 - Mendo Group. Yolla Bolly Wilderness Backpack Trip.
5 mile backpack trip. Located outside of Covelo in the Mendocino National Forest, this wilderness area is one of the most isolated and least visited. We will backpack Soldier Ridge 5 miles , set up a base camp at Kingsley Lake, a shady campsite surrounded by trees, and stay for 3 nights, hiking out on the 4th day. Flowing water to purify for drinking, not much to swim in. Bring all your own meals for 4 days and 3 nights, bear canister optional. Bring several containers for water, hot and dry country. Wear sturdy hiking boots, bring rain gear. Class M-5-B. Hike limit 10. You must be an intermediate backpacker, rough country. For directions to trail head & time call leader. Bring 10 essentials. By reservation only. Leader Val Nordeman, 707-477-4199, nordeman@willitsonline.com.
Sat. June 16 – Sonoma Group. Singles Potluck in Rohnert Park.
Join us at Elaines, 5 pm for social hour, dinner 6. 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, take Rohnert Park Expressway exit. Turn East onto RP Expwy, proceed thru 6 lights then turn right onto Snyder Lane. At next stop light turn right onto Southwest Blvd. Go one short block to Avenida Cala. Turn left (south) to the first drive on the left. 7064 Avenida Cala is behind 7062 in a row of townhouses, 2nd on the left. Guest and on-street parking. Info Elaine before 8:30pm 665-9861.
Fri.-Sun. June 15-17 - Santa Rosa Wilderness Trail Maintenance (1 hr north of Winnemucca).
Join Graham Stafford & Pat Bruce of Friends of Nevada Wilderness. We will be building an exclosure on a spring near Mahogany Creek. This is north of the Black Rock NCA near the Summit Lake reservation. It is a family friendly event. All meals included except lunch. For details contact Leader Graham Stafford, 775-686-8478, graham@grahamstafford.com. Great Basin Group-Toiyabe Chapter.
Sun. June 17 Lake Group (with Friends of Boggs Mountain) Boggs Mountain State Forest Hike.
Hike various trails. Appropriate footwear required, water/snack advised. Neutered/Spayed dogs on leash welcome. Class M-6-7-A. Meet: 9am kiosk-main parking area. Entrance at Forestry Road 1.3 miles north of Cobb Village on Hwy 175. Leader Boone Lodge fobm@mediacombb.net (707) 928-5819. Bad weather cancels.
Sat. June 23 - North Group. Trillium Falls Trail, Redwood National Park.
Bring your kids and walk this lovely loop winding through many memorial redwood groves and past the trail’s namesake waterfall. If we are lucky we may see some elk in the meadow. Wear sturdy shoes and bring liquids and lunch. No strollers. Class E-2.8-A. Carpools: 9am Arcata Safeway parking lot, or trailhead 10am (Hwy 101 north, exit Davison Road, follow sign to parking lot). Leader Allison 707-268-8767.
Sat.-Sun. June 23-24 - 1st Benson Hut Work Party.
Benson Hut work party 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. June 29-July 1 - Emigrant Trails in the Black Rock Desert.
We’ll probably leave Reno, NV, Friday evening and head to Double Hot Springs about 30 miles north of Gerlach, NV to meet a group of Trails West people who are doing a survey of the Emigrant trail between Double Hot Springs and Mud Meadows about 20 miles north. Some hiking, some driving, some time in hot springs. We’ll probably visit the ghost town site of Hardin City and the Lassen-Clapper Murder site nearby. Sorry, no RV’s or Trailers, 4 WD strongly preferred. Sign up 6/15-6/27. Leader: David Book, 775-843-6443. Great Basin Group-Toiyabe Chapter.
July
Fri.-Mon. July 13-16 - Highland Range Nevada Service.
Once again we partner with ranger John from the Ely, Nevada office of BLM for a scintillating Wilderness service project in Highland Ridge, just south of Great Basin National Park. Help find and mark old historic trail, clean up aspen grove in order to keep vehicles on designated cherry stem route, historic Arborglyph inventory in aspen stand, maybe also put up a small post and rail fence, route obliteration/rehab etc. Good work at a beautiful location. Sign up with Vicky Hoover (vicky.hoover@sierraclub.org, 415-977-5527). Central commissary offered. CNRCC Wilderness Committee.
Sat. July 14 - A walk at Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve in Vallejo.
We will walk to the highest point on Mare Island and encounter various wildflowers and spectacular views towards the Carquinez Strait and San Pablo Bay with the likelihood of seeing fledgling ospreys and great blue herons along the way. The route also includes various historical features along the way. This walk is a fairly easy 3.0 mile r/t walk on paved roads. Class E-4-A. 9:30-11:00. Take U.S. 101, I-80 or Hwy29 to Highway 37 and take the Mare Island exit just west of Vallejo. Follow Walnut Ave south to ‘G’ St (1st stop sign) and turn left. Take the 2nd right at Nimitz and go to 15th S stop sign and turn right. Go to Railroad Ave and turn left. Follow Railroad through the South Gate to the Park kiosk and park along the road. Leader Brian Collett 530 220-3121.
Sat. July 14 - North Group. Ma-le’l Dunes, Ledik Trail to Du’k Loop Trail.
Come with your kids and explore this BLM and Fish & Wildlife Service Cooperative Management Area. Experience a biologically diverse dune community, one of the most pristine in the Pacific Northwest. We will see a coastal forest, sand
dunes and the beach. Wear sturdy shoes and bring liquids and lunch. No strollers. Class E-1.5-A. Meet: 10am. Ma-le’l Dunes South parking area: Take Samoa Blvd (Hwy 255), turn onto Young Lane, follow sign to parking lot (park near restroom). Leader Allison 707-268-8767.
Sun.-Sat. July 15-21 - Mendo Group. Yolla Bolly Wilderness Backpack Trip.
Backpack 7-8 miles per day with 1 lay over day into the Yolla Bolly Wilderness to North Yolla Bolly Spring, one of the most beautiful spots anywhere. Spend 1 night on the trail at Frying Pan (an extinct lake that is now a large meadow with frequent wildlife sightings). Spend two nights at the Spring which is at about 7500’ elevation, with wide scenic views of the entire Yolla Bolly range. We can day hike to the fire tower, or just hang out. We’ll hike out with one night on the trail. Bring all your own meals for 6 days and 4 nights, and optional bear canister. Wear sturdy hiking boots, bring rain gear. Bring several water bottles. Must be intermediate hiker, able to carry a 30+lb. pack. Terrains vary, 1500 overall elevation gain. Class S-15-B. Meet 8am Highway 101 intersection with Covelo Road. Pull out is on the east side of 101. Covelo Road is about 10 miles north of Willits, 10 miles south of Laytonville.
We’ll leave 8:30am for the Covelo Ranger Station, where we’ll leave cars parked for the duration of the trip. Hike limit 10. By reservation only. Leader Val Nordeman 707-477-4199, nordeman@willitsonline.com.
Fri.-Sun. July 20 - 22 - Napa Group/Sequoia Paddlers. Loon Lake Canoe / Kayak Campout for artists/doodlers and Others.
3 days, 2 nights camping on Loon Lake, off Hwy 50, east of Placerville. Bring your paints, pastels, pencils... whether you are an accomplished artist, or like me, someone who just likes to put color on paper, this trip is for you. We will go and look for inspiration on the water or on land. Partners not interested in the arts or contemplation are also welcome. Leader: Isabelle 707-253-2293 izstguily@gmail.com. Co-leader Carl Inglin 707-538 8271 chinglin@sonic.net.
Fri.-Sun. July 20-22 - Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness.
We will be rebuilding a culvert and doing route rehabilitation on the edge of Little High Rock Canyon Wilderness in the Black Rock Desert High Rock Canyon Immigrant Trails NCA. All meals except lunch provided. For details contact Graham Stafford 775-686-8478 graham@grahamstafford.com or Pat Bruce of Friends of Nevada Wilderness pbruce@nevadawilderness.org. Great Basin Group-Toiyabe Chapter.
Sat., July 21 - Sonoma Group. Armstrong Redwood State Reserve / Austin Creek Hike.
Loop hike of Austin Creek trails via Armstrong Redwood State Reserve. Moderate pace, 6 miles with elevation gain. Bring lunch, water and good hiking boots. Hike starts 9:30am. Class M-6-B Carpools 8:15am meet at PG&E Park&Ride on River Road. Trailhead Visitor Center at park entrance. Leader Jim Gannon (707)-525-1052 jgannon99@sbcglobal.net. Heavy rain cancels.
Sat. July 21 - Sonoma Group Singles. Afternoon Swim and Potluck in Santa Rosa.
Karin hosts the annual swim/hot tub and potluck/ Mission Lakes Homeowners pool/clubhse. Come 3pm to swim with other residents and dine with Sierra Club Singles 5:30pm at the pool (same as clbhse). Swimmers/hot tub users will be asked to sign a release of liability and to follow posted rules. Bring a towel, sunscreen, swimsuit, food and beverage to share, $1 for the club fund. Dishes will be provided if you help to clean up. Please bring foods not requiring refrigeration or heating up. From 101, head east on Hwy 12. Continue on Farmer’s Lane to 4th St that turns into 12 again heading east. At Mission Blvd, turn left and make an immediate left into the complex. Park anywhere except by the mailboxes. A map is located next to the mailboxes as you drive in. Meet at Clubhse/Pool. Carpool when possible. Info. Karen before 8:30pm 664-1448.
Sun., July 22 - Sonoma Group. Mt Tam Hike.
Loop hike from Pan Toll. Bring lunch, 2 liters of water and good hiking boots. 12+ mi hike with 2000’+ elevation gain. Hike starts 9am. Class S-12-C Carpools meet 7:30am Rohnert Park Park&Ride (South side of 101). Trailhead is Mountain Home. Leader Jim Gannon (707)-525-1052 jgannon99@sbcglobal.net.
Sat. July 28 - Ft. Ross State Park Cultural Heritage Weekend.
Support your state parks. Celebrate the cultural history at Fort Ross with costumed participants and interactive activities, highlighting the area’s history as well as celebrating contemporary culture through song, dance, scenarios, and special events. Tall ships from locations along the Pacific Coast and from Russia are expected to come together at Fort Ross and be joined by baidarkas (kayaks) and baidaras setting out from the cove. Bring lunch, liquids or purchase there. Celebration goes till 5 pm. Carpools: 9 am River Rd. Park & Ride. By reservation only. Leader Carol Vellutini 546-6308 carolvsr@sonic.net.
Later
Sat.-Sun. Sept. 8-9 - Benson Hut Work Party.
Benson Hut work party 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. 21-23 - National Public Lands Day in Black Rock.
We will be doing assigned service work and celebrating National Public Lands Day in the Black Rock Desert High Rock Canyon Immigrant Trails NCA. All meals except lunch are provided. Contact closer to the date for full details Graham Stafford 775-686-8478 graham@grahamstafford.com or Pat Bruce of Friends of Nevada Wilderness pbruce@nevadawilderness.org. Great Basin Group-Toiyabe Chapter.
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.
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 contact John at 707-565-3356 or ParksVolunteer@sonoma-county.org.
Fri., May 18 - Evening Hike at Lynch Canyon.
Join Solano Land Trust docent Linda Sonner for this late afternoon/early evening hike when the park is otherwise closed. Enjoy spectacular views and learn about Lynch Canyon’s natural and human history -- including the Native Americans, pioneers and ranchers who once called it home, and how it was saved from becoming a landfill and became a park instead! RSVP required: Natalie at volunteer@solanolandtrust.org or 707-432-0150 x200.
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