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Upcoming Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods Docent Trainings

Geoffrey — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 14:13:56 +0000

The Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods are offering several workshops in early March:

Watershed Education Program Logistics and Training

Friday, March 4
9:00-3:00am
Facilitated by Staff and Docents
Inspire students in an exciting watershed field study program where they learn about the life cycle of salmon and attributes of a healthy watershed.

Environmental Living Program Logistics

Friday, March 4
9:00 to 3:00pm
Live the cultural history of the Sonoma Coast by stepping back in time. This new docent-led program for students in grades 4th – 7th offers insights into the natural history as it pertains to our cultural resource heritage.

Natural and Cultural History of Willow Creek

Saturday, March 5
12:00-4:00pm
Instructors: Marianne Hurley (State Parks Historian) and Robin Joy, Fort Ross Interpreter
Learn about the cultural history of Willow Creek, part of Sonoma Coast State Park, including fascinating information about the historical structures in the area. An update on the Willow Creek Fish Passage Project will also been provided.

Please register online
Contact Ruby Herrick for more information at rherrick@mcn.org.

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Jenner Headlands Protected

Geoffrey — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:10:08 +0000

The Sonoma Land Trust announced on Dec. 17 that escrow closed on the stunning 5,630-acre Jenner Headlands — a nationally significant project and the single largest conservation land acquisition in Sonoma County. This $36 million purchase from willing sellers Sonoma Coast Associates, Gualala Redwoods, Inc., and Russian River Redwoods was completed due to the extraordinary efforts and collaboration of 10 public and private funding partners. Sonoma Land Trust is now the proud steward of this incredible coastal property.

Eventually the property will include a section of the California Coastal Trail as well as other trails. While the interim public access plan is being developed, the Land Trust will begin conducting guided hikes in January 2010. From January–March, SLT will offer a hike each month along the coastal headlands. This strenuous 3.5-mile roundtrip hike will ascend more than 700 feet in elevation to a rocky hilltop within the coastal prairie portion of the Headlands. Along the way, hikers will be greeted with dazzling views of the Sonoma Coast (on clear days!). Although this route will follow old ranch roads, some sections are especially rough with uneven footing. This hike is not for inexperienced hikers — you must be in good physical condition and sturdy hiking boots with ankle support are strongly recommended.

Jenner Headlands pages for more information on hikes and the property.

Jenner Headlands Protected

Geoffrey — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:31:05 +0000

The Sonoma Land Trust announced on Dec. 17 that escrow closed on the stunning 5,630-acre Jenner Headlands — a nationally significant project and the single largest conservation land acquisition in Sonoma County. This $36 million purchase from willing sellers Sonoma Coast Associates, Gualala Redwoods, Inc., and Russian River Redwoods was completed due to the extraordinary efforts and collaboration of 10 public and private funding partners. Sonoma Land Trust is now the proud steward of this incredible coastal property.

See the Land Trust Jenner Headlands pages for more information on hikes and the property.