First Saturday Garden Tour
First Saturday Garden Tour
Sherwood Demonstration Garden - Join Master Gardeners for a tour of the 16 gardens every first Saturday. Tours start 9a sharp. mgeldorado.ucanr.edu
Sherwood Demonstration Garden - Join Master Gardeners for a tour of the 16 gardens every first Saturday. Tours start 9a sharp. mgeldorado.ucanr.edu
The tour and short walks will be led by Dee Owens, local historian, and Annie Walker, botanist. Walking any distance will be optional as most sites are accessible by vehicle. High-clearance vehicles are necessary. We will drive to Fanny Creek, an area of early Gold Rush activity and mercury mine as well as the scant
Join hike leader Erika Espinoza on a journey to Snowberry Creek (a Lake Natoma Unit of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area) through a shaded grove of trees and up a large steep rocky hill to the top of the bluffs where the bald eagles’ nest lives. From there you will journey down to Black Minors
Join Luis Vidal for an easy-moderate introductory snowshoe hike through the woods. This hike will start on a well-used route and may traverse into the surrounding off-trail areas. Hikers will learn about the ecology of forests environments in the winter and basic winter back country awareness. Fit 13-year-olds+ welcome. Meeting location in Foresthill area. Suggested donation:
More activities and fun are being added! Like FACE PAINTING and BALOON ANIMALS! Bring the FAMILY !!! This will be a great community opportunity! Come out and enjoy the animals! Learn about HHH Humble Hoof Horsemanship & Rescue! Celebrate Jackie’s Birthday with her! Hope to see you there!
Marshall State Park - Hands-on history day features many historical interpreters who come out to demonstrate different aspects of pioneer life during the Gold Rush. $10/parking. Marshallgold.com
ARC is excited to announce the return of a monthly fishing night at historic Wakamatsu Farm. Try your hand at casting techniques, catch a few bass, and enjoy the serenity of the 8-acre lake. Participants over 16 must have a valid CA fishing license. All ages welcome. Minors must be supervised by an adult. Steady rain or
Local photographer Ken Mahar enjoys getting out in nature whenever possible to capture scenic vistas and wildlife in their own environment. This will be a 2-3 mile slow-paced hike in search of that perfect shot on ARC’s newly acquired Elliott Pond property. Rain cancels. Responsible photographers 12+ welcome. Meeting location Pilot Hill area. Suggested Donation: $5/members,
Round trips from the El Dorado Station are on historic gang cars. Tickets first come, first serve. $3-$8; Doors open 9:30a for any ride. Train rides at 10a, 11a, 12p and 1p. More info: 530-663-3581 (Sunday) or museum (railroad sponsor, for general information), 530-621-5865.