
| LIBRARY PRESENTATION - NORTH HIGHLANDS | ||
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Location: | North Highlands Library 4235 Antelope Rd. Antelope, CA 95843 |
| Dates/Times: | 4:00 pm | |
| Directions: | Nearest Cross Street: Walerga Road
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Bats: Myths and Facts with NorCal Bats (family program). Join us as we welcome NorCal Bats to present a lively and educational program featuring live California native bats! During this program participants will be able to view different species of live bats, and learn about the myths that surround them. |
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| WALK ON THE WILDSIDE | ||
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Location: | Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge at the Beach Lake Preserve 8651 River Rd., Sacramento |
| Dates/Times: | 10a.m. - 4:30p.m | |
| Directions: | Exit I-5 at Pocket Road and head east. At Freeport Blvd, turn south. Continue two miles through the town of Freeport and past the golf course. Turn left at the signs (just opposite of Cliffs Marina) and continue until you reach the Beach Lake event area. CLICK HERE FOR A |
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| BAT WALK AND TALK WITH THE YOLO BASIN FOUNDATION 1 OF 13 | ||
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Location: | Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Headquarters CA Department of Fish and Game 45211 County Road 32B (Chiles Road) Davis, CA 95618 |
| Dates/Times: | 6:45 pm | |
| Directions: | From the east (Sacramento): Take I-80 west over the bypass Exit Mace Blvd., turn left. Proceed to the first light, turn left on Chiles Rd. Follow Chiles Rd. for about 1.4 miles to the YBWA headquarters on the right side of the road. From the west Take I-80 east to Mace Blvd. exit. Turn left (east) at the exit onto Chiles Rd. Proceed down Chiles Rd. for about 1.4 miles to the YBWA headquarters on the right side of the road. CLICK HERE FOR A |
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![]() The YBWA Bat Walk and Talk series begins in June and runs to the beginning of September. Attendance will be by online reservation only. To sign up, please go to the Yolo Basin Foundation website and click on the link opposite the desired date. You may reserve up to six spots per family. If you wish to bring a larger group (e.g. scouts, PTA school trip, church group, or a bunch of your friends), please contact Corky at 530-902-1918 to arrange a private tour. Private Tours involve the same presentation and tour and are a flat fee of $175. Description: The program begins with a 45 minute indoor presentation on bat natural history and includes an opportunity to view live bats. Then the group will carpool to the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area to watch one of the largest colonies of Mexican free-tailed bats in California as it emerges to hunt insects at sunset. Those in wheel chairs or unable to walk may view the bats by car. Please let us know if you have special needs.
Admission: Please support the education programs at the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area with a donation to the Yolo Basin Foundation of $10 per adult. Children under 16 are free. |
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| TAYLOR CREEK VISITOR CENTER SPEAKER SERIES AND RANGER PROGRAMS | ||
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Location: | Taylor Creek Visitor Center Lake of the Sky Amphitheater |
| Dates/Times: | 8:00 pm | |
| Directions: | The Taylor Creek Visitor Center is located approximately 3 miles north of South Lake Tahoe on the lake side of Highway 89. The Visitor Center entrance is just past the entrance to the Tallac Historic Site and Fallen Leaf Lake Road. | |
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| Bat specialist "Corky" explores the importance of bats in our everyday lives. (Live animals onstage; no pets please) Summer Evening speaker series |
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| YOLO BASIN FOUNDATION GAGGLE OF GATHERINGS | ||
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Location: | Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Headquarters 45211 County Road 32B (Chiles Road) Davis, CA 95618 |
| Dates/Times: | 6:00 pm | |
| Directions: | Directions from the Bay Area and Davis From Interstate 80 East take the Mace Boulevard exit in Davis. Turn left at off-ramp light onto Chiles Road. Go straight through the next light at the Mace Boulevard and Chiles Road intersection. Continue east on Chiles Road. Once on Chiles Road east of the Mace intersection, travel approximately 1.5 miles east to the Yolo Basin Foundation and Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Headquarters office at 45211 County Road 32B (Chiles Road). Directions from Sacramento From Interstate 80 West take the Mace Boulevard Exit in Davis. Turn left at off-ramp light. Turn left at the next light at the Mace Boulevard and Chiles Road intersection. Once on Chiles Road east of the Mace intersection, Travel approximately 1.5 miles east to the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Headquarters office at 45211 County Road 32B (Chiles Road). CLICK HERE FOR A |
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Gaggle of Gatherings Be part of an intimate bat experience with Yolo BasinFoundation's own bat expert, Corky Quirk. You'll learn about their natural history and biology and even get an up-close look at live bats. As the sun sets, your private party will enjoy fine wines and hors d'oeuvres in the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area as you await the spectacular fly-out of hundreds of thousands of Mexican free-tailed bats. To register, see the bats and support the education programs of the Yolo Basin Foundation Click Here. |
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| HALLOWEEN HOWL | ||
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Location: | Suisun Marsh Natural History Association SUISUN WILDLIFE CENTER 1171 Kellogg St., Suisun, CA. 94585 call: 707-429-Hawk (4295) |
| Dates/Times: | 12 noon - 3 pm - Bats at 2:00 | |
| Directions: | Off Hwy 12 near Main Street, Suisun | |
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http://www.visitsuisuncity.com/event/halloween-howl Halloween Howl at the Suisun Wildlife Center Suisun Wildlife Center presents the annual Halloween Howl - where the critters slither, creep, screech, hoot and hoooooooowl!
Kids can come get a free trick or tweet bag, hear storyteller's haunted tales, or walk the wild creatures spooky trail - if they dare!
A perfect family activity particularly for younger children! |
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| LODI CRANE FESTIVAL | ||
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Location: | Crete Hall 125 S. Hutchins Street in Lodi, California |
| Dates/Times: | TBA | |
| Directions: | From Interstate 5, take the Turner Road exit. Turn Left (east) on Turner Road, proceed approximately 6.5 miles to Ham Lane. Turn Right (south) on Ham Lane, proceed approximately 0.6 mile to Elm Street (2nd traffic light after Ham Lane). Turn Left (east) on Elm Street, proceed approximately 0.5 mile to Hutchins Street (4-way stop). Turn Right (south) on Hutchins Street, proceed approximately 0.2 mile to Oak Street. Turn Right (west) on Oak Street - Hutchins Street Square is immediately to your left. Park in either the North lot (off Oak Street), the South lot (off Walnut Street) or on any of the nearby streets. There are many parking spaces on Hutchins Street in front of the Square. CLICK HERE FOR A |
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http://www.cranefestival.com/ Long before Lodi existed, Sandhill Cranes descended into the rich delta wetlands at the end of a long migratory journey, some from nesting grounds as far away as Siberia. As they greeted California's earliest explorers, these magnificent birds darkened the skies over winter marshes. In awe-inspiring numbers, and with a prehistoric call, stately gait, and elegant choreography, the Sandhill Crane continues to attract and inspire visitors. The Wonder of Bats |
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| CALIFORNIA DUCK DAYS | |||||||||||||
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Location: | Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Headquarters 45211 County Road 32B (Chiles Road) Davis, CA 95618 |
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| Directions: | Directions from the Bay Area and Davis From Interstate 80 East take the Mace Boulevard exit in Davis. Turn left at off-ramp light onto Chiles Road. Go straight through the next light at the Mace Boulevard and Chiles Road intersection. Continue east on Chiles Road. Once on Chiles Road east of the Mace intersection, travel approximately 1.5 miles east to the Yolo Basin Foundation and Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Headquarters office at 45211 County Road 32B (Chiles Road). Directions from Sacramento From Interstate 80 West take the Mace Boulevard Exit in Davis. Turn left at off-ramp light. Turn left at the next light at the Mace Boulevard and Chiles Road intersection. Once on Chiles Road east of the Mace intersection, Travel approximately 1.5 miles east to the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area Headquarters office at 45211 County Road 32B (Chiles Road). CLICK HERE FOR A |
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| DuckDays2012.pdf The bats will visit on Saturday with a presentation in the mail conference room
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| WRR ANNUAL TRAINING | ||
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Location: | Grass Valley United Methodist Church 236 South Church Street Grass Valley CA 95945 |
| Dates/Times: | 9:30 am | |
| Directions: | From Hwy 20/49 at exit 182A, turn RIGHT onto Ramp bear LEFT (North) onto S. Auburn Street turn LEFT (West) onto Neal Street turn LEFT (South) onto S. Church Street Additional parking in the back of the church |
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Training opportunity for all interested in Wildlife Rehabilitation of various species. Click here. |
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| RUSH RANCH OPEN HOUSE | ||
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Location: | Rush Ranch is on Grizzly Island |
| Dates/Times: | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | |
| Directions: | From Hwy 12 in Suisun City, take Grizzly Island Road south approximately 2 miles. Entrance/driveway will be on the right. https://sites.google.com/site/solanolandtrust/ |
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And for the hungry cowpoke, their will be a snack bar serving hot grill items, soda, & bottled water. For more information, visit www.rushranch.net or call 707-422-4491.Rush Ranch provides recreational and educational opportunities to thousands of visitors each year. The Ranch, with its historical buildings and self-guided trails. |
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| ECOS EARTH DAY | ||
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Location: | Southside Park Sacramento, CA |
| Dates/Times: | 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | |
| Directions: | T St and 8th St, Sacramento, CA | |
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Sacramento Earth Day Southside Park, T & 8th Streets, Sacramento This is a FREE event featuring over 100 organizations and businesses with an incredible array of practical information, goods and services to save money and cultivate a healthier, more fulfilling and sustainable way of life! Great live music, art, entertainers, REAL food, fun crafts, Visit www.sacramentoearthday.net for more info |
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| NEVADA COUNTY RESOURCE DISTRICT | ||
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Location: | Grass Valley Veterans Building 255 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley |
| Dates/Times: | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | |
| Directions: | Veterans Memorial Building in Grass Valley | |
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| http://www.ncrcd.org/index.php/ncrcd-calendar/northern-california-bats/ In this class you'll learn about the environmental benefits of bats and their importance as insect control.The registration fee is $5.00 and space is limited. For more information please contact Sabrina Nicholson at the NCRCD office. Phone: (530) 272-3417 x104 Email: sabrina.nicholson@ncrcd.org |
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| GALT WINTER BIRD FESTIVAL | ||
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Location: | McCaffrey Middle School 997 Park Terrace Drive Galt, CA 95632 |
| Dates/Times: | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | |
| Directions: | From North of Galt: Take CA-99 South towards Galt Take the Twin Cities Road exit Turn left on Twin Cities Road Turn right on Park Terrace Drive CLICK HERE FOR A |
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| The City of Galt in Collaboration with the Cosumnes River Preserve and Galt Joint Union Elementary School District are pleased to bring you the 5th Annual Winter Bird Festival. Many migratory and resident birds call Galt their winter home. The Winter Bird Festival steering committee and volunteers hope that you will find this festival to be an exciting and educational opportunity to celebrate the Winter Birds and habitat we all call home. http://www.ci.galt.ca.us/index.aspx?page=667 |
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| CREEK WEEK AT CARMICHAEL PARK | ||
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Location: | 5750 Grant Avenue Carmichael Parking in park and surrounding streets |
| Dates/Times: | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | |
| Directions: | Near Manzanita Ave/Fair Oaks Blvd and Grant Ave
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| http://www.creekweek.net/portal/index.html Join NorCal Bats in celebrating Creek Week at the Celebration in Carmichael Park. The idea is to draw attention to the need to protect local creeks and aquatic life. There will be activities for children and adults that are focused around exploring and learning about the creeks. Opportunities to join volunteer teams for creek cleaning are also available and offer ample conservation and protection rewards by cleaning trash and debris as well as removing invasive exotic plants. Clean up is followed by a celebration with food, music, entertainment and environmental exhibits Creek Week is a great opportunity to appreciate our natural resources, discover new areas with guided walks, and share with others who value our local waterways, wetlands, and pools and the native animals and plants that find them essential for survival. |
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| VALLEJO EARTH DAY 2012 | ||
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Location: | VALLEJO FARMER'S MARKET Earth Day 2012 Celebration |
| Dates/Times: | 9 AM to 1 PM | |
| Directions: | downtown Vallejo at the Farmers Market | |
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| http://www.valcorerecycling.org/earthday/index.htm HIGHLIGHTS Jugglers & performances Raffles & door prizes Kids craft projects & games Loma Vista Farm animals to pet California native plant sale Info on less toxic products for your garden Bring in your old mercury thermometer and receive a FREE digital thermometer in exchange at the Vallejo Sanitation booth NEW Electric Car Display: Come see the Chevy Volt and Nissan Leaf ! |
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| GATEWAY SCIENCE MUSEUM | ||
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Location: | Chico Area Recreation District (CARD) Center 545 Vallombrosa Avenue. Chico CA. |
| Dates/Times: | 7:30 pm | |
| Directions: | off hwy 99 at the One Mile Recreation Area
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NorCal Bats will participate in the semi-annual MWOW lecture series at CARD Wednesday nights in April as part of the Pollinators exhibit, a blend of art with science. http://www.csuchico.edu/gateway/learn/MWOW%20spring%202012.shtml The Gateway Science Museum presents the spring 2012 Museum Without Walls lecture series: Butterflies, Bees and Bats - Native Pollinators of Northern California. Presentations will take place on five consecutive Wednesday evenings beginning April 4 and ending May 2, 2012. Presentations begin at 7:30pm at the Chico Area Recreation District (CARD) Center at 545 Vallombrosa Avenue. A donation of $3 per adult is requested. Students are free with valid student ID card. |
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| NORTH LAGUNA CREEK PARK DAY - | ||
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Location: | North Laguna Creek Park 6400 Jacinto Avenue Sacramento |
| Dates/Times: | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | |
| Directions: | Corner of Jacinto and Center Parkway
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Celebrate this wonderful park with the many groups who enjoy it. |
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| SAFARI WEST BAT PRESENTATION | ||
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Location: | Safari West Wildlife Preserve and African Tent Camp Guest Entrance: On Franz Valley Road Santa Rosa, CA 95404 707-566-3623 for availability. |
| Dates/Times: | 8:00 pm | |
| Directions: | At Franz Valley Road turn directly into the entrance. Do not take Franz Valley School Road. Note: Entrance is on Franz Valley Road (not Porter Creek). | |
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| http://www.safariwest.com/ Nestled on 400 acres in the heart of California's wine country, Safari West is home for over 400 exotic mammals and birds. Not a zoo, not a drive-through park, it's a wildlife preserve where the whole family can experience some of nature's most beautiful animals in a natural habitat. 707-566-3623 for availability. |
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| LOMA VISTA FARM FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL & CRAFTS FAIR! | ||
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Location: | Loma Vista Farm 150 Ranier Ave. Vallejo, CA 94589 |
| Dates/Times: | 11:00AM - 4:00PM | |
| Directions: | FROM THE NORTH: Take I-80 Merge onto CA-37 West Take exit 20 for Fairgrounds Dr toward Discovery Kingdom Turn right at Fairgrounds Dr Turn left at Corcoran Ave Turn left at Rainier Ave CLICK HERE FOR A |
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| CAROLYN PARR NATURE CENTER | ||
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Location: | 3107 Browns Valley Road Napa, CA 94558 |
| Dates/Times: | 10:00 - 12:00 | |
| Directions: | The museum is located at the foot of Westwood Hills Park | |
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The bats will be back to visit the Carolyn Parr Nature Center just in time for Halloween. http://carolynparrnaturecenter.org |
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| FOLSOM LIBRARY | ||
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Location: | Folsom Library Georgia Murray Building 411 Stafford St. Folsom, CA 95630 |
| Dates/Times: | 3:30 pm | |
| Directions: | US-50 Take the FOLSOM BLVD exit, EXIT 23. Take the ramp toward FOLSOM. Turn LEFT onto FOLSOM BLVD. Turn RIGHT onto NATOMA ST. Turn LEFT onto STAFFORD ST CLICK HERE FOR A |
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| Children story time with live bats |
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| DISCOVERY DAYS AT AT&T PARK | ||
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Location: | AT&T Park - San Francisco, CA From the East Bay Take I-80/Bay Bridge to the Fifth Street exit. Bear right onto Fifth St. Turn right onto Folsom and right onto Fourth St. Continue on Fourth St. to ballpark lots. |
| Dates/Times: | 11AM-4PM | |
| Directions: | We encourage everyone to take public transportation to the event as we expect big crowds. AT&T Park is accessible by MUNI, Caltrain, and BART. For more information on public transportation options to the ballpark, check out AT&T Parks transit page.http://sanfrancisco.giants.mlb.com/sf/ballpark/directions/index.jsp?content=public_transit CLICK HERE FOR A |
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NorCal Bats will join QUEST KQED Northern California public media http://science.kqed.org/quest/ for an exciting day of science at AT&T Park. |
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