Sonoma Trails » Events http://www.sonomatrails.org Share Advocate Steward -- Sonoma County Trails Council Fri, 03 Feb 2012 01:12:32 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 SCTC Board of Directors Meeting — Monday, Dec. 5th http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/12/01/news/sctc-board-of-directors-meeting-%e2%80%94-monday-dec-5th/ http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/12/01/news/sctc-board-of-directors-meeting-%e2%80%94-monday-dec-5th/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:50:27 +0000 Geoffrey http://www.sonomatrails.org/?p=922 You are invited to join the upcoming Sonoma County Trails Council Board

Meeting on Monday, Dec. 5th at 6 pm at the Bike Monkey office in downtown Santa Rosa (640 3rd Street, Suite #C). Please note that we have moved the date to avoid the holidays. Meetings for 2012 will be moved to the 4th [...]]]> You are invited to join the upcoming Sonoma County Trails Council Board

Sunset at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park

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Meeting on Monday, Dec. 5th at 6 pm at the Bike Monkey office in downtown Santa Rosa (640 3rd Street, Suite #C). Please note that we have moved the date to avoid the holidays. Meetings for 2012 will be moved to the 4th Monday of each month unless otherwise noted.

 

 

These meetings, held once a month, are an excellent opportunity to learn about trail projects, park news and events. At this month’s meeting we will be discussing trail work opportunities, introducing new Board of Directors members, and updates from the new Sonoma County Parks Alliance, a group working to address the threatened State Park closures (which includes our local Annadel, Sugarloaf, Jack London and Austin Creek Parks).We recently modified the meeting agenda (attached) to encourage more community attendance. The first part of the meeting will cover projects, advocacy and news. You are also welcome to stay for the second part of the meeting, which will focus on SCTC organizational business.
Please let us know if you’d like more information about SCTC and the upcoming meetings. I hope you’ll join us!For current trail work opportunities check out th
e attached agenda.
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]]> We hope you’ll attend the next Taylor Mountain park community meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 6.

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]]> http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/12/01/news/taylor-mountain-community-meeting-4-dec-6-2011/feed/ 0 SCTC 3rd Saturday Trail Stewardship Day — Nov. 19 http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/11/15/news/sctc-3rd-saturday-trail-stewardship-day-nov-19/ http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/11/15/news/sctc-3rd-saturday-trail-stewardship-day-nov-19/#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:56:22 +0000 Geoffrey http://www.sonomatrails.org/?p=914 The next Sonoma County Trails Council trail work day to help repair the trails at Annadel State Park is Saturday, November 19, from 9am to about 1pm.

Meet us at 9am at the bottom of North Burma Trail at Channel Drive. Look for the white SCTC tool trailer. We will have parking passes for those [...]]]> The next Sonoma County Trails Council trail work day to help repair the trails at Annadel State Park is Saturday, November 19, from 9am to about 1pm.

North Burma Trail Stewardship Day, April 30, 2011

Meet us at 9am at the bottom of North Burma Trail at Channel Drive. Look for the white SCTC tool trailer. We will have parking passes for those that drive and there should be adequate parking in that general area.  Wear boots or sturdy shoes, bring water that you can take with you while working, and gloves.

In order to make sure we have enough tools and snacks please contact us if you plan to attend.

We look forward to seeing you all and having fun taking care of our wonderful park.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Ken Wells, Executive Director
Sonoma County Trails Council

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]]> http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/11/15/news/sctc-3rd-saturday-trail-stewardship-day-nov-19/feed/ 0 More Puncheon Pix http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/11/15/news/more-puncheon-pix/ http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/11/15/news/more-puncheon-pix/#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:48:04 +0000 Geoffrey http://www.sonomatrails.org/?p=911 A few more photos from our very successful project on the Ridge Trail at Annadel (from Geoffrey Skinner, SCTC President)

Puncheon project on Ridge Trail at Annadel State Park (click photo to view album)]]> A few more photos from our very successful project on the Ridge Trail at Annadel (from Geoffrey Skinner, SCTC President)

Puncheon project on Ridge Trail at Annadel State Park (click photo to view album)
]]> http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/11/15/news/more-puncheon-pix/feed/ 0 The New Puncheon on Ridge Trail Completed! http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/11/10/news/the-new-puncheon-on-ridge-trail-completed/ http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/11/10/news/the-new-puncheon-on-ridge-trail-completed/#comments Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:12:21 +0000 Geoffrey http://www.sonomatrails.org/?p=903 We had a great day at Annadel on Nov. 5 as over 45 volunteers pounded, bolted, wrestled and dug the new puncheon on Ridge Trail into being. With  Bay Area Ridge Trail Council and REI sponsorship; major funding from the 2011 Annadel Half Marathon; air support from the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office; logistical, transportation and construction from [...]]]> We had a great day at Annadel on Nov. 5 as over 45 volunteers pounded, bolted, wrestled and dug the new puncheon on Ridge Trail into being. With  Bay Area Ridge Trail Council and REI sponsorship; major funding from the 2011 Annadel Half Marathon; air support from the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office; logistical, transportation and construction from the North Bay Unit of the California Backcountry Horsemen volunteer recruitment and leadership from the SCTC; and of course, the enthusiastic cooperation of State Parks, the project was truly a combined effort — we completed the puncheon and minor reroute in an amazing 5 months from proposal to final workday. We owe our success to great planning and coordination by Ken Wells and Tim Mayer from the Trails Council and Dan Horn from the Backcountry Horsemen, hard work from a lot of dedicated volunteers — and a good deal of luck with the weather! Thank you everyone who contributed!

 

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Puncheon ramp construction on Ridge Trail at Annadel, Nov. 5, 2011 (2)

First cyclist across new puncheon on Ridge Trail at Annadel, Nov. 5, 2011

First cyclist across new puncheon on Ridge Trail at Annadel, Nov. 5, 2011

Crew and pack horses on the new puncheon on Ridge Trail at Annadel, Nov. 5, 2011

Crew and pack horses on the new puncheon on Ridge Trail at Annadel, Nov. 5, 2011

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]]> http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/11/10/news/the-new-puncheon-on-ridge-trail-completed/feed/ 0 SCTC Board of Directors Meeting — Tuesday, Oct. 25 http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/10/21/news/sctc-board-of-directors-meeting-tuesday-oct-25/ http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/10/21/news/sctc-board-of-directors-meeting-tuesday-oct-25/#comments Fri, 21 Oct 2011 19:41:34 +0000 Geoffrey http://www.sonomatrails.org/?p=863 You are invited to join the upcoming Sonoma County Trails Council Board Meeting on Tuesday, October 25th at 6 pm at the Bike Monkey office in downtown Santa Rosa (640 3rd Street, Suite #C).

These meetings, held once a month, are an excellent opportunity to learn about trail projects, park news and events. At [...]]]> You are invited to join the upcoming Sonoma County Trails Council Board Meeting on Tuesday, October 25th at 6 pm at the Bike Monkey office in downtown Santa Rosa (640 3rd Street, Suite #C).

the southern Bald Mountain (2275 ft), viewed f...

These meetings, held once a month, are an excellent opportunity to learn about trail projects, park news and events. At this month’s meeting we will be discussing trail work opportunities, a potential partnership with other non-profits to help maintain trails at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, and updates from the new Sonoma County Parks Alliance, a group working to address the threatened State Park closures (which includes our local Annadel, Sugarloaf, Jack London and Austin Creek Parks).We recently modified the meeting agenda (attached) to encourage more community attendance. The first part of the meeting will cover projects, advocacy and news. You are also welcome to stay for the second part of the meeting, which will focus on SCTC organizational business.

Please let us knowif you’d like more information about SCTC and the upcoming meetings. I hope you’ll join us!For current trail work opportunities check out th
e attached  Agenda.
]]> http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/10/21/news/sctc-board-of-directors-meeting-tuesday-oct-25/feed/ 0 October-November SCTC Trail Stewardship Opportunities http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/10/06/news/october-november-sctc-trail-stewardship-opportunities/ http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/10/06/news/october-november-sctc-trail-stewardship-opportunities/#comments Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:23:18 +0000 Geoffrey http://www.sonomatrails.org/?p=839 Saturday, October 8 - Ryan Grutze is organizing a trail work day on the Rancheria Trail at Lake Sonoma. This is Ryan’s Eagle Scout project, and the Sonoma County Trails Council will be providing tools and other support. For more information contact Ryan Grutze,
ryangrutze(at)gmail.com or 707-433-3218.

Sunday, October 9 -  SCTC and the Backcountry Horsemen will be packing [...]]]>

Sonoma Lake from waterside

Lake Sonoma

Saturday, October 8 - Ryan Grutze is organizing a trail work day on the Rancheria Trail at Lake Sonoma. This is Ryan’s Eagle Scout project, and the Sonoma County Trails Council will be providing tools and other support. For more information contact Ryan Grutze,
ryangrutze(at)gmail.com or 707-433-3218.

Sunday, October 9 -  SCTC and the Backcountry Horsemen will be packing in materials for the Annadel Ridge Trail puncheon
project. Meet at 9am at Richardson Parking lot. RSVP to SCTC if you plan to attend or for more info.

Saturday, October 15 - The SCTC 3rd Saturday trail work day on the Annadel Ridge Trail puncheon project. Meet at 9am at Richardson Parking lot. RSVP to SCTC if you plan to attend or for more info..

Saturday, November 5, is the 4th annual REI – Ridge Trail Service Day. The Trails Council will be working with the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council and REI to build a 36′ puncheon on the Ridge Trail in Annadel to get over a winter mud bog. Lunch and other goodies will be provided. Sign up at through the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council.
Tuesday November 8, 6pm – the SCTC Annual Membership Meeting and Dinner at the Sonoma County Driving and Riding Club on Aston Ave., just inside the south gate at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa. Dave Gould, Director of the Parks Alliance, will be the guest speaker. SCTC Members only, you can join at the door. Dinner and beverages provided. Free t-shirt for new members.

We look forward to seeing you and having fun taking care of our wonderful parks.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.

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]]> http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/10/06/news/october-november-sctc-trail-stewardship-opportunities/feed/ 0 Seeking Nominations for the Sonoma County Trails Council Board of Directors http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/09/27/news/seeking-nominations-for-the-sonoma-county-trails-council-board-of-directors/ http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/09/27/news/seeking-nominations-for-the-sonoma-county-trails-council-board-of-directors/#comments Tue, 27 Sep 2011 19:28:35 +0000 Geoffrey http://www.sonomatrails.org/?p=822 Interested in becoming involved in building more sustainable trails, multi-use access (hikers, bikers, runners and equestrians), and park advocacy? We encourage you to contact us! The Sonoma County Trails Council is looking to expand its Board of Directors. The election of next year’s Board will be at the Annual SCTC Membership meeting and dinner on November [...]]]> Interested in becoming involved in building more sustainable trails, multi-use access (hikers, bikers, runners and equestrians), and park advocacy? We encourage you to contact us! The Sonoma County Trails Council is looking to expand its Board of Directors. The election of next year’s Board will be at the Annual SCTC Membership meeting and dinner on November 8th (see details below).

The elected Board members support the Trails Council by attending monthly meetings, providing direction to the Executive Director, and setting the organization’s goals. If you’d also like to use a pulaski or help with fundraising, all the better!

With all parks in Sonoma County facing limited to non-existent resources, non-profit organizations like the Trails Council need to take on a larger role. As a Trails Council Board Member there will be opportunities to help create a long-term solution to these challenges so we can build, maintain and advocate for trails for all users!

To submit a nomination for the ballot or to find out more, contact Executive Director Ken Wells. We would like to hear from potential candidates and have all nominations in by October 24, 2011.

SCTC’s Annual Membership Meeting will be held on November 8, 2011 at 6:00 pm at the Sonoma Driving and Riding Club on Aston Ave., just inside the south gate at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa. Dave Gould, Director of the Sonoma County Parks Alliance, will be the guest speaker. SCTC Members only, you can join at the door. Dinner and beverages provided and…new members receive free t-shirt.

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]]> http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/09/27/news/seeking-nominations-for-the-sonoma-county-trails-council-board-of-directors/feed/ 0 Announcing the SCTC 2011 Annual Membership Meeting http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/09/23/news/announcing-the-sctc-2011-annual-membership-meeting/ http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/09/23/news/announcing-the-sctc-2011-annual-membership-meeting/#comments Fri, 23 Sep 2011 23:12:31 +0000 Geoffrey http://www.sonomatrails.org/?p=811 Want to get the inside scoop on what’s happening with Sonoma County parks and trails? Join us on November 8th, 2011 at 6:00 pm for the SCTC’s Annual Membership meeting.  If you’ve wondered what will happen to Annadel, Jack London, Austin Creek and Sugarloaf state parks, Dave Gould, Director [...]]]>
Austin Creek State Recreation Area, Sonoma Cou...

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Want to get the inside scoop on what’s happening with Sonoma County parks and trails? Join us on November 8th, 2011 at 6:00 pm for the SCTC’s Annual Membership meeting.  If you’ve wondered what will happen to Annadel, Jack London, Austin Creek and Sugarloaf state parks, Dave Gould, Director of the new Sonoma County Parks Alliance, will speak about the Alliance’s efforts to keep our parks open.

This event is for SCTC members only, but we’ll be happy to sign you up at the door. Dinner and beverages provided, with a free SCTC t-shirt for new members. Join other trail advocates at the Sonoma County Driving and Riding Club on Aston Ave., just inside the south gate at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa. RSVPs encouraged!

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]]> http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/09/23/news/announcing-the-sctc-2011-annual-membership-meeting/feed/ 0 Trail Stewardship Opportunity for National Public Lands Day, Sept. 24, 2011 http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/09/20/news/trail-stewardship-opportunity-for-national-public-lands-day-sept-24-2011/ http://www.sonomatrails.org/2011/09/20/news/trail-stewardship-opportunity-for-national-public-lands-day-sept-24-2011/#comments Tue, 20 Sep 2011 19:38:38 +0000 Geoffrey http://www.sonomatrails.org/?p=799 LandPaths, REI and the Sonoma County Trails Council will work together on a new trail at Willow Creek Park (part of the Sonoma Coast State Park) on Saturday, September 24, 8:30am – 3pm, to celebrate National Public Lands Day: People Power at Willow Creek!

You can register at  LandPaths, REI and the Sonoma County Trails Council will work together on a new trail at Willow Creek Park (part of the Sonoma Coast State Park) on Saturday, September 24, 8:30am – 3pm, to celebrate National Public Lands Day: People Power at Willow Creek!

You can register at REI  or LandPaths

As always, remember to wear boots or sturdy shoes, bring gloves, a hat, sunscreen, and water.

We look forward to seeing you and having fun taking care of our wonderful parks.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Ken Wells, Executive Director,  Sonoma County Trails Council.

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