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.

February – March 2023 Outings

Bring binoculars and wear outdoor clothing suitable for the weather forecast. ***And, please check website of Sonoma County Regional Parks. Parks may be closed due to flooding and/or debris in a park.***

February 9th, Thursday 8:30-10:30 a.m.
West County Trail, between Graton and Forestville
Leader: Janet Bosshard

Traveling north on Highway 116, turn left on Ross Station Rd. Half mile down the road, the parking lot will be on your left. We will walk to the treatment ponds and back on a flat paved trail. Moderate rain will cancel. Information: Please call Janet Bosshard (707) 526-5883.

February 23rd, Thursday 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Helen Putnam Regional Park, Petaluma, 411 Chileno Valley Road
Leader: Janet Bosshard

Parking permit is required. We will walk the asphalt path to the top of the park. Moderate rain will cancel. Information: Please, call Janet Bosshard (707) 526-5883.

March 9, Thursday 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Foothill Regional Park, 1351 Arata Lane, Windsor
Leader: Janet Bosshard

Take Highway 101 to 1351 Arata Lane. Turn right, 1.3 miles, parking lot is on the left or park on the street. Parking permit is required. We will walk around the pond and through the Oak woodlands. Moderate rain will cancel the walk. Information: Please call Janet Bosshard (707) 526-5883.

Please note: Offering 2 opportunities in March 2023 to enjoy Spring Lake Regional Park

March 16, Thursday, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Spring Lake Regional Park, Santa Rosa, Channel Drive main entrance
Leader: Linda Fraley

Parking permit is required. Meet in the large parking lot on the right, across from the swimming lagoon. Moderate rain will cancel. Information: Please call Linda Fraley (559) 779-5211.

March 18, Saturday, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Santa Rosa Creek Trail/west of Willowside Road, Santa Rosa
Leader: Linda Fraley

Drive on Willowside Road to the junction with Santa Rosa Creek Trail (just north of the Waldorf School). For parking advice and information: Please call Linda Fraley (559) 779-5211.

March 23, Thursday 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Spring Lake Regional Park, Santa Rosa, Channel Drive main entrance.
Leader: Janet Bosshard

Parking permit is required. Meet in the large parking lot on the right, across from the swimming lagoon. Moderate rain will cancel. Information: Please call Janet Bosshard (707) 526-5883.