Occidental Arts and Ecology Center

The Occidental Arts and Ecology Center is a nonprofit organizing and education center and organic farm in Northern California’s Sonoma County.

15290 Coleman Valley Road
Occidental CA 95465

Phone: (707) 874-1557

Elizabeth C. Creely: I’ve been hiking in Coastal California- everywhere, really- since I was 7, and have never...
greg kingery: Always wondered why I identify with otters. Great article Alex! Very insightful, educational and...
Keith McAllister: Dan, I know you are strongly in favor of the native plant restorations you are writing about. So I...
Bev Von Dohre: I have heard/read so much misinformation by “experts,” including the UC scientist who...
terry duff: There is no such thing as an unsmart corvid… and yes, they know every it all :) Though this one...

Jun 21

Moon Blooms

Take a moderate 3-mile hike to see soap root in bloom. This “evening bloomer’s” exquisite white flowers attract hummingbirds and …
Jun 22

Bird Hike: They Seek Him Here, They Seek Him There…

This summer, a walk in the Hayward Hills promises to be special indeed. Last year we were mesmerized by a …
Jun 22

San Bruno Mountain Watch Founder’s Hike with David Schooley

David Schooley, founder of San Bruno Mountain Watch, will lead his popular Founder’s Hike on the 4th Saturday of each …

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