BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bay Nature - ECPv6.2.6//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Bay Nature X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://baynature.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bay Nature REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T133000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240128T050032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240128T050032Z UID:10003452-1712397600-1712410200@baynature.org SUMMARY:Wondrous Wildflower Walk DESCRIPTION:Join Certified California Naturalist John Lynch on his wondrous wildflower walks. \nOn 3/2\, we’ll follow Pony Gate Trail’s grassy slope\, into the Oak woodland and through a mixed evergreen forest\, along Canyon Trail’s shady riparian corridor lined with redwoods\, to the 25-foot dramatic plunge of Sonoma Creek and back to the our starting point at the Visitor Center. \nDeparting from the Visitor Center\, the 3/23 route takes us on the Creekside and Hillside trails returning via Meadow. \nOn 4/6\, from the White Barn\, we’ll scout Hillside to Brushy Peaks turning around at the Neptune picnic table and back on Meadow Trail. \nWe’ll celebrate Earth Day on 4/21 on Vista Trail via Lower Bald Mtn (from the White Barn) and returning on Meadow Trail. \nWear hiking shoes\, layers appropriate for weather\, bring at least a quart of water\, a camera\, and wildflower guides if you have one. Tickets are $10-$15 sliding scale for general audiences\, $5 for students\, youth (12-17 year olds; must be accompanied by an adult)\, Sugarloaf members and volunteers\, and free for children under 12. Parking fees apply. Heavy rain or wind cancels and will be announced by 9:00am the day of the hike. URL:https://baynature.org/event/wondrous-wildflower-walk/2024-04-06/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Guided Tour and/or Docent led event,Moderate.,Wildflowers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Diogenes-lantern-resized.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240421T133000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240128T050032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240128T050032Z UID:10003453-1713693600-1713706200@baynature.org SUMMARY:Wondrous Wildflower Walk DESCRIPTION:Join Certified California Naturalist John Lynch on his wondrous wildflower walks. \nOn 3/2\, we’ll follow Pony Gate Trail’s grassy slope\, into the Oak woodland and through a mixed evergreen forest\, along Canyon Trail’s shady riparian corridor lined with redwoods\, to the 25-foot dramatic plunge of Sonoma Creek and back to the our starting point at the Visitor Center. \nDeparting from the Visitor Center\, the 3/23 route takes us on the Creekside and Hillside trails returning via Meadow. \nOn 4/6\, from the White Barn\, we’ll scout Hillside to Brushy Peaks turning around at the Neptune picnic table and back on Meadow Trail. \nWe’ll celebrate Earth Day on 4/21 on Vista Trail via Lower Bald Mtn (from the White Barn) and returning on Meadow Trail. \nWear hiking shoes\, layers appropriate for weather\, bring at least a quart of water\, a camera\, and wildflower guides if you have one. Tickets are $10-$15 sliding scale for general audiences\, $5 for students\, youth (12-17 year olds; must be accompanied by an adult)\, Sugarloaf members and volunteers\, and free for children under 12. Parking fees apply. Heavy rain or wind cancels and will be announced by 9:00am the day of the hike. URL:https://baynature.org/event/wondrous-wildflower-walk/2024-04-21/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Guided Tour and/or Docent led event,Moderate.,Wildflowers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Diogenes-lantern-resized.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240330T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240330T130000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240220T220759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T182725Z UID:10003717-1711792800-1711803600@baynature.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Backpacking Course DESCRIPTION:Join Sugarloaf docents Inga Aksamit and Andy Westbom for a three-hour course covering basics and examining gear. Learn more and buy tickets here. \nThere will be examples of all the gear needed. No actual hiking is involved in this instructional session. The goal is to introduce participants to modern and lightweight backpacking strategies. We’ll touch on topics such as equipment\, trip planning\, navigation\, food\, water treatment\, common problems in the backcountry and how to avoid them. You don’t need a heavy pack to enjoy a wilderness experience. \nIf you’ve never backpacked\, or it’s been decades\, this is for you! There will be tips for all—from backpacking with children to considerations for seniors. Both Inga and Andy are experienced guides in the Sierra and beyond. \nTickets are $15-$20 sliding scale for general audiences\, $7.5 for students\, youth (12-17 year olds)\, Sugarloaf members\, and Sugarloaf volunteers. Meet at the Observatory classroom. Bring a pen and notebook\, water\, and your questions. Parking fees apply. URL:https://baynature.org/event/introduction-to-backpacking-course/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Class,Education,Guided Tour and/or Docent led event,Outdoor Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/backpacking-course.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T170000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240227T011739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T011739Z UID:10004295-1713103200-1713114000@baynature.org SUMMARY:Slow Wildflower Journeys Hike DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy slow walks in a valley\, breezes\, wildflowers\, the sounds of songbirds\, the taste of a Douglas Fir needle or a California Bay leaf\, the aroma of Tarweed\, or watching wild turkeys and California Quail hunt for seeds and insects in the grass? Join California Certified Naturalists Judy Armstrong and Judy Withee for this series of meandering explorations. Each month (weather-permitting) we will explore one or two of our three accessible trails– the Creekside Trail\, the Nature Trail\, and the Meadow Trail. Suitable for all levels and a range of mobility\, these Sunday afternoon adventures will accommodate young children\, parents with babies in strollers\, and people using walkers or wheelchairs as well as those who just enjoy slow walks in nature that stimulate the five senses. \nOur April program will focus on the wildflowers along Meadow Trail\, an unpaved fire road that is mostly flat although not ADA-compliant. Some wheelchair users with off-road capacity chairs have successfully travelled this trail\, which during the dry season is relatively accessible for viewing different habitats including a large meadow. We will travel from the White Barn about a mile out into Meadow trail\, to the big wooden bridge that crosses Sonoma Creek in search of Diogenes’ Lanterns\, California poppies\, Brodiaia\, Clarkias\, etc. There will be frequent stops and opportunities for conversation\, photography\, nature journaling\, wildlife viewing\, resting\, etc.\, so bring your nature journal\, camera\, or binoculars\, if you have them. \nTickets are $5-$10 sliding scale for adults and free for children under 12. Wear comfortable shoes\, a hat\, sun protection\, and bring at least a quart of water and if desired\, a snack. \nLearn more and register for tickets here. URL:https://baynature.org/event/slow-wildflower-journeys-hike/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Accessible Outing,Easy, suitable for children,Wildflowers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/slow-journeys-resized.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240405T120000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240318T234740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T234740Z UID:10004355-1712311200-1712318400@baynature.org SUMMARY:Blooms and Birds DESCRIPTION:CA Naturalist Carolyn Greene leads this wildflower hike along Lower Bald Mountain Trail through mixed evergreen forest and chaparral. Enjoy the warming spring sun\, the variety of colors\, shapes\, scents\, and arrangements peeking through the vegetation\, as well as the added bonus of whatever birds cross our path. \nTickets are $10-$15 sliding scale for adults\, $5 for students\, youth\, Sugarloaf members\, Sugarloaf volunteers\, and free for children under 12. Meet at the White Barn. Wear hiking shoes\, layers appropriate for weather\, bring at least a quart of water\, sun protection\, a camera\, and a wildflower or bird guide if you have it. Parking fees apply. Heavy rain cancels. \nRegister for tickets here. URL:https://baynature.org/event/blooms-and-birds/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Birding,Easy, suitable for children,Wildflowers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Castilleja.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240407T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240407T170000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240318T235734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T235734Z UID:10004377-1712494800-1712509200@baynature.org SUMMARY:Sugarloaf New Volunteer Orientation & Social | Orientación y convivio para voluntarios nuevos DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the beauty of this special place in Sonoma Valley while joining our wonderful community of volunteers. Volunteer with Team Sugarloaf and become an integral piece in keeping Sugarloaf Ridge State Park operating. Join us for an orientation on April 7\, 2024\, from 1:00-5:00pm to learn about the history of Sugarloaf\, how Sonoma Ecology Center operates the park\, and what volunteer opportunities we have. The orientation will take place in the Robert Ferguson Observatory classroom followed by a volunteer social potluck at the group camp from 3:30-5:00 pm where you can meet some of our active volunteers. \nVolunteers play a vital role at Sugarloaf. We have a host of volunteer opportunities to restore and maintain this natural treasure and to help to keep Sugarloaf open to the public. Initial training is provided\, with periodic docent enrichment events. We need volunteers to: \n– Become docents at the Visitor Center\n– Direct visitors at the entrance kiosk\n– Assist with data entry\n– Aid project research and grant-writing\n– Work on trail and park maintenance projects\n– Facilitate special events and parking\n– Spanish/English literacy and conversational fluency is a plus \nView more volunteer opportunities and specifics in our website. Experience is not necessary but welcomed\, as well as a willingness to learn and the desire to share that knowledge with our visitors. We ask for a minimum of 4 hours per month of volunteer service. Please create a Better Impact account to start the process. Bring a notepad and pen\, a reusable drink container for warm beverages\, dress in layers\, and if you’re inclined\, something to share for the potluck. \nAttending a Volunteer Orientation is required to become a volunteer at Sugarloaf. English is needed for all positions. Spanish-English literacy or fluency is a plus for all positions. Please share this opportunity! Learn more here. URL:https://baynature.org/event/sugarloaf-new-volunteer-orientation-social-orientacion-y-convivio-para-voluntarios-nuevos/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Natural History,Park Maintenance/Invasive Plant/Trailwork,Volunteer Opportunity / Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/volunteer-social-2023-resized-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240414T130000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240326T054440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T054440Z UID:10004324-1713088800-1713099600@baynature.org SUMMARY:Edible & Medicinal Plant Walk DESCRIPTION:Join Certified California Naturalist Mary Good on a hike exploring the medicinal and edible plants of the park. Weaving in natural history\, ethnobotany\, herbalism and folktales\, this walk will open your senses\, as well as your curiosity to the abundance of plantlore in Sonoma County. \nTickets are $15-$20 sliding scale for general audiences\, $7.5 for students\, youth (12-17 year olds)\, Sugarloaf members\, Sugarloaf volunteers\, and free for children under 12. Meet at the White Barn parking lot. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for two miles of leisurely walking and chatting over moderate and possibly muddy terrain. Bring at least a quart of water\, and if desired\, a snack and a plant identifying guide. Heavy rains cancel; parking fees apply. \nEdible plant information is for educational purposes only. Foraging is illegal in CA State Parks. URL:https://baynature.org/event/edible-medicinal-plant-walk/2024-04-14/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Easy, suitable for children,Ethnobotany,Native plants ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/claytonia-perfoliata.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T130000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240326T054440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T054440Z UID:10004325-1714212000-1714222800@baynature.org SUMMARY:Edible & Medicinal Plant Walk DESCRIPTION:Join Certified California Naturalist Mary Good on a hike exploring the medicinal and edible plants of the park. Weaving in natural history\, ethnobotany\, herbalism and folktales\, this walk will open your senses\, as well as your curiosity to the abundance of plantlore in Sonoma County. \nTickets are $15-$20 sliding scale for general audiences\, $7.5 for students\, youth (12-17 year olds)\, Sugarloaf members\, Sugarloaf volunteers\, and free for children under 12. Meet at the White Barn parking lot. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for two miles of leisurely walking and chatting over moderate and possibly muddy terrain. Bring at least a quart of water\, and if desired\, a snack and a plant identifying guide. Heavy rains cancel; parking fees apply. \nEdible plant information is for educational purposes only. Foraging is illegal in CA State Parks. URL:https://baynature.org/event/edible-medicinal-plant-walk/2024-04-27/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Easy, suitable for children,Ethnobotany,Native plants ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/claytonia-perfoliata.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T170000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240326T193313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T193313Z UID:10004354-1713601800-1713632400@baynature.org SUMMARY:Headwaters to Headwaters Hike: A Mayacamas Hiking Adventure DESCRIPTION:Join Sonoma Ecology Center and Team Sugarloaf to embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Sonoma County’s most pristine and breathtaking landscapes with our exclusive fundraising hike. This event will be a grand tour of the Mayacamas Mountains in the northern half of Sonoma Valley\, where we will pass close to the headwaters of Santa Rosa and Sonoma Creeks. This unique adventure offers participants a rare opportunity to traverse through areas usually closed to the public\, such as the recent Perry Addition to Sonoma County parks. Whether you choose the 11-mile classic route or the 17-mile epic option\, you’ll be treated to a day filled with stunning vistas\, challenging trails\, and the camaraderie of fellow nature enthusiasts. As you navigate through rolling hills\, serene creeks\, and towering oaks\, you’ll push your limits and contribute to a noble cause. The hike culminates in a communal barbecue dinner\, where stories of the day’s journey can be shared among new friends. \nSign up here today to secure your spot in this remarkable experience and help us support the preservation of Sonoma County’s natural treasures. Sponsorship opportunities are available for those looking to make an even greater impact. \nThis year\, we have two versions: \nClassic Route – from the Los Alamos parking lot in Hood Mountain Regional Park to Sugarloaf’s day-use picnic area via the McCormick Addition and Bald Mountain Trail. 11 miles; 3\,200 ft of elevation (bus from Sugarloaf).\nEpic Option – Sugarloaf’s main parking lot to Goodspeed Trail into Hood Mtn\, down to the McCormick Addition and joining the rest of the group. 17 miles; 5\,600 ascent. This is a rigorous hike for advanced hikers only (limited to 15 tickets). URL:https://baynature.org/event/headwaters-to-headwaters-hike-a-mayacamas-hiking-adventure/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Dinner,Fundraiser,Guided Tour and/or Docent led event,Hike,Strenuous. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/headwaters2023-resized.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T210000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240326T194715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T194715Z UID:10004380-1714159800-1714165200@baynature.org SUMMARY:Nocturnal Serenades (2024 CNC Weekend) DESCRIPTION:Soundscapes are auditory landscapes that encapsulate the diverse and harmonious interplay of ambient sounds\, from the wildlife to the non-biological\, creating a rich and immersive sonic environment. Venture out on this auditory experience with Jack Hines\, Soundscape Ecologist at Ear to the Wild and Sonoma Ecology Center’s GIS Specialist. As part of this year’s City Nature Challenge\, we will learn about recording sound for submission to platforms such as iNaturalist or Merlin for species identification\, or options to improve sound quality of recordings using external microphones. No mobility is required\, as we will simply remain around the White Barn parking lot and adjacent areas\, including the creek on the Creekside Nature Trail. \nMeet at the White Barn. Bring water\, layers\, a full battery on your mobile device (or alternatively\, an audio recording machine)\, a flashlight to light the way\, and if you desire\, a cushion to sit on. Tickets are $5 for adults and free for children ages 7 to 18. This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Parking fees apply; rain cancels. \nThe 2024 City Nature Challenge runs from April 26 to 29. It’s a bioblitz-style friendly competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. Learn more about City Nature Challenge or view the Sugarloaf Project here! \nParticipants of any level of experience can help find\, photograph\, record\, and/or identify life in the park. Smartphones with the iNaturalist app will be our main tool\, but those lacking phones are also welcome to participate. If you haven’t used iNaturalist\, or haven’t made an observation for a while\, this is your chance – just make sure to load the iNaturalist app on your phone before you arrive. This event is part of the Challenge along with other events scheduled from April 26-29. \nEase of Access: The White Barn parking area has one van-designated parking spot and multiple regular parking spots that can easily be used by accessible vans. There is an accessible porta-potty a few feet from the van-designated parking spot. The parking area is adjacent to the road that leads to the group camp\, outside Robert Ferguson Observatory. The road to the group camp is flat\, paved\, and about 1/4-mile one-way. The Creekside Nature Trail is ADA-compliant. There are no lights other than a safety light at the White Barn. \nPlease click here to learn more and purchase tickets for this event. URL:https://baynature.org/event/nocturnal-serenades-2024-cnc-weekend/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Accessible Outing,Bio-Blitz,Citizen Science,Photography ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T133000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240326T195207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T195207Z UID:10004383-1714221000-1714224600@baynature.org SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk (2024 CNC Weekend) DESCRIPTION:Community scientists John Hibbard and Alex Weishaar lead this easy-to-moderate 2-mile butterfly walk as part of 2024’s City Nature Challenge. We will encourage butterfly and bug photography; cameras\, binoculars\, hand lenses\, and field guides are recommended. Stop by the greenhouse (across from the White Barn) between 11:00 am-12:00 pm prior to the walk for everything butterfly-related. \nMeet at the White Barn for the walk. Tickets are $5 for adults and free for children under 18. Wear comfortable shoes\, sun protection\, bring at least a quart of water\, a fully-charged battery on your mobile device\, butterfly identification guides (if you have them)\, and if desired\, a snack. Parking fees apply; rains cancel. \nThe 2024 City Nature Challenge runs from April 26 to 29. It’s a bioblitz-style friendly competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. Learn more about City Nature Challenge or view the Sugarloaf Project here! \nParticipants of any level of experience can help find\, photograph\, record\, and/or identify life in the park. Smartphones with the iNaturalist app will be our main tool\, but those lacking phones are also welcome to participate. If you haven’t used iNaturalist\, or haven’t made an observation for a while\, this is your chance – just make sure to load the iNaturalist app on your phone before you arrive. This event is part of the Challenge along with other events scheduled from April 26-29. \nLearn more and register here. URL:https://baynature.org/event/butterfly-walk-2024-cnc-weekend/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Butterflies,Citizen Science,Easy,Hike ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CA-ringlet-on-ceanothus.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T113000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083615 CREATED:20240326T195355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T195355Z UID:10004381-1714296600-1714303800@baynature.org SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk (2024 CNC Weekend) DESCRIPTION:Join wildflower poet and Sugarloaf docent Phil Weil on this wildflower walk along Lower Bald Mountain and Meadow Trail. \nMeet at the main parking lot\, about 1/4 past the entrance kiosk. Tickets are $5-$10 sliding scale for adults and free for children under 18. Wear comfortable shoes\, sun protection\, bring at least a quart of water\, a fully-charged battery on your mobile device\, butterfly identification guides (if you have them)\, and if desired\, a snack. Parking fees apply; rains cancel. \nThe 2024 City Nature Challenge runs from April 26 to 29. It’s a bioblitz-style friendly competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. Learn more about City Nature Challenge or view the Sugarloaf Project here! \nParticipants of any level of experience can help find\, photograph\, record\, and/or identify life in the park. Smartphones with the iNaturalist app will be our main tool\, but those lacking phones are also welcome to participate. If you haven’t used iNaturalist\, or haven’t made an observation for a while\, this is your chance – just make sure to load the iNaturalist app on your phone before you arrive. This event is part of the Challenge along with other events scheduled from April 26-29. \nLearn more and register here. URL:https://baynature.org/event/wildflower-walk-2024-cnc-weekend/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Hike,Moderate.,Wildflowers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Calochortusamabilis.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240428T130000 DTSTAMP:20240329T083616 CREATED:20240326T195552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T195552Z UID:10004382-1714302000-1714309200@baynature.org SUMMARY:Reptile Hike (2024 CNC Weekend) DESCRIPTION:March and April make for good reptilian-spotting months as ectotherms leave their burrows in search of food and mates. Join Galen and Rachel Freed in this easy 2-mile hike in search of snakes\, lizards\, and other wildlife. We’ll start off with a presentation inside the Robert Ferguson Observatory classroom and then hike Lower Bald and Creekside Trails\, whose habitats is preferred by these species. \nMeet at the White Barn parking lot. Tickets are $5-$10 sliding scale for adults and free for children under 12. Wear sun protection ad comfortable shoes\, bring at least a quart of water\, and if desired\, a snack. Rains cancel. Parking fees apply. \nThe 2024 City Nature Challenge runs from April 26 to 29. It’s a bioblitz-style friendly competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. Learn more about City Nature Challenge or view the Sugarloaf Project here! \nParticipants of any level of experience can help find\, photograph\, record\, and/or identify life in the park. Smartphones with the iNaturalist app will be our main tool\, but those lacking phones are also welcome to participate. If you haven’t used iNaturalist\, or haven’t made an observation for a while\, this is your chance – just make sure to load the iNaturalist app on your phone before you arrive. This event is part of the Challenge along with other events scheduled from April 26-29. \nLearn more and register here. URL:https://baynature.org/event/reptile-hike-2024-cnc-weekend/ LOCATION:Sugarloaf Ridge State Park\, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd\, kenwood\, 95452 CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Easy, suitable for children,Hike,Reptiles and Amphibians ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gophersnake.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Alma":MAILTO:alma@sonomaecologycenter.org GEO:38.4426609;-122.5331382 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd kenwood 95452;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2605 Adobe Canyon Rd:geo:-122.5331382,38.4426609 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR