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 2025 Outings
Bring binoculars and wear outdoor clothing suitable for early morning weather. Our outings are free for members and the public. (We may have binoculars to loan for your outing.)
Thursday, February 13, 2025, 8:30-10:30 AM
Foothill Regional Park
1351 Arata Lane, Windsor 95492
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Parking pass is required. Dress appropriately for the winter type conditions. Moderate rain will cancel the walk. Info: (707) 480-3432.
Thursday, February 27, 2025, 8:30-10:30 AM
West County Trail, between Graton & Forestville
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Turn left off Hwy 116 onto Ross Station Road. Come down to the parking lot on the left. We will try the north side of the trail, heading toward Forestville. Info: (707) 480-3432.
Thursday, March 13, 2025, 8:30-10:30 AM
Helen Putnam Regional Park
411 Chileno Valley Road, Petaluma 94952
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Parking pass is required. Watch the weather, could be breezy and foggy; dress accordingly. We will walk the path up to the pond. If group would like to continue, we can walk through the north woods and back down to the parking area. Info: (707) 480-3432.
Saturday, March 22, 202 5, 8:30-10:30 AM
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). Info on parking and any questions,
(559) 779-5211.
Thursday, March 27, 2025, 8:30-10:30 AM
Crane Creek Regional Park (Rohnert Park)
5000 Pressley Road, Santa Rosa 95404
Leader: Janet Bosshard
Take Petaluma Hill Road to Pressley Road. Parking pass is required. We will move on mostly level dirt paths. Hoping some wildflowers may be blooming, while we watch for birds. Info: (707) 480-3432.
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