Field Trips
Listing of Madrone field trips in Sonoma County and the North Bay, plus other upcoming events.
General Information for All Events
The field trips are free, open to the public and suitable for all levels of interest. No sign-up is required. Bring your binoculars, field guide, liquids, plus lunch for full-day trips; wear layered clothing, hats, and sun protection. Sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots recommended. Heavy rain cancels the walks unless otherwise indicated. Prior notification of attendance is not required. Participants of all experience levels are welcome and may join or leave the group at any time during the day.
September 2024 Outings
Bring binoculars and wear outdoor clothing suitable for the weather forecast. Our outings are free for members and the public. (We may have binoculars to loan for your outing.)
Thursday, September 12, 2024, 8:30-10:30 AM
Foothill Regional Park
1351 Arata Lane, Windsor
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Take Hwy #101 North, take Arata Lane exit, Windsor. Turn right, go 1.3 miles. The park will be on the left. Park permit is required, or park along the street. We will meet near the restrooms. It has gentle hills to walk up and ponds to explore. Info: (707) 480-3432
Thursday, September 26, 2024, 8:30-10:30 AM
Spring Lake Regional Park, Santa Rosa
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Take Newanga Ave., off Summerfield Rd. Meet at the south park restrooms. Parking permit is required. We will walk down to the lake and around to the Fisherman’s Trail. Info: (707) 480-3432.
Out & About
Become an Osborn Naturalist, Fall 2023 program Community members, college students, teachers, school administrators are encouraged to participate. Learn to share secrets of nature, along with others, and explore ecosystems of Sonoma Mountain. Deadline to apply to the current program was Aug. 26th; but, please reach out if you have interest for a possible late inclusion. To learn more, visit this link: https://cei.sonoma.edu/NES-2023-fall
Fairfield-Osborn Preserve, Sonoma State Univ. Center for Environmental Inquiry