Geology Hike – Robert Louis Stevenson State Park

February 25, 2019

  The geology hike at Mt. Saint Helena was a success! We learned about the formation of the mountain, the vacant mines, revived Robert Louis Stevenson’s encounters at the mountain, and it snowed! Hope to see you next month for the Wildflower hike at Oat Hill Mine Trail- March 16th @10:00!

Napa’s Ridge Trail still taking shape after 30 years

February 13, 2019

A handful of outdoor enthusiasts gathered in Napa County’s Skyline Wilderness Park almost 30 years ago to celebrate the hoped-for birth of a local Bay Area Ridge Trail building binge. The Bay Area Ridge Trail is to be a continuous 550-mile trail ringing the nine-county Bay Area, a kind of mini, regional version of the […]

Snow at Robert Luis Stevenson State Park

February 11, 2019

Photographs via NorCal Wild are taken by Jerry Dodrill

Supporters of Napa Valley’s historic Bale Grist Mill hopes to rebuild 36-foot wheel

February 10, 2019

….“There used to be mills in Yountville, in Calistoga, and up in Chiles Valley,” Grassi said. “All those are gone. This is the only one that’s survived, which makes it special. … It’s a treasure to have here, so we need to be good stewards and protect it for future generations.”… Click here to continue […]

Environmental Education Coalition Open House – February 12th

February 10, 2019

Join us at the Environmental Education Open House this week! Our naturalists will be there representing NOSD and sharing environmental education opportunities–such as FREE field trips(bus included), summer camps, community events, junior ranger programs, themed hikes, restoration projects, and more! February 12th from 4 – 5:30pm Also, learn about other organizations, activities, and partnerships that […]

Napa Valley CNPS 2019 WILDFLOWER HIKE SCHEDULE

January 22, 2019

  The Napa Valley California Native Plant Society will be hosting numerous wildflower hikes at Bothe-Napa Valley State Park, Moore Creek Park and many more parks. 2019 WILDFLOWER HIKE SCHEDULE Saturday, March 2  MT. BURDELL PRESERVE near Novato    Leader: Dan Noreen  (707) 235-5532 Saturday, March 9  BOTHE NAPA VALLEY STATE PARK Leader: Chris Lea (720) […]

Spanish Valley Rare Plant Treasure Hunt

January 22, 2019

February 14 Join us to explore Spanish Valley, an expansive grassland located in northeastern Napa County adjacent to Lake Berryessa and Putah Creek. We’ll look for ceanothus, manzanitas, and other shrubs. There are no trails in Spanish Valley, so be prepared for cross country hiking! Learn more about Spanish Valley here. Meet at Angwin at 9am.  Click here to RSVP and receive further details. Photo: […]