The Story Of Saddle Mountain

Saddle Mountain Open Space Preserve, Santa Rosa Ca  

Sunday, February 2nd, 10:00 am- 2pm 

*Please note, this event is full. Additional registrants will be sent to the waiting list*

With David Berman from Sonoma Water 

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LandPaths and Ag + Open Space invite you to visit the Saddle Mountain Open Space Preserve. Once at risk of development, the now 960-acre preserve of oak woodlands, mixed forests, and open grasslands are protected forever by Ag+Open Space. This property contains a significant portion of the Mark West watershed, and has been identified as one of the most important habitats to protect in our region. Mark West Creek is home to both Coho salmon and Steelhead trout, and serves as a wildlife corridor for terrestrial and aquatic species. Along our hike, we’ll hear from Friends of the Mark West Watershed, a community of neighbors, landowners and supporters working to protect restore and sustain the Upper Mark West Watershed in Sonoma County.

What if it's raining? We will continue in a light rain but cancel in the case of heavy rain or high winds. If in doubt please call (707) 544-7284 (then press 1) after 7AM on the day of the outing.

Where? Due to limted parking, we'll be carpooling from a location in Santa Rosa. Details will be released shortly after you register. 

What to bring: 

• Comfortable hiking shoes/boots (that may get wet)
• Warm clothing in layers
• Binoculars(if you'd like)
• Hiking poles (If you'd like)
• A water bottle for the day 

What to expect: 

• To hike around 2-4 miles, on varrying terrain. 
• No smoking, no pets, and of course no smoking pets!
• Early departures cannot be accomodated, unless for a medical emergency 
• This event is free of charge thanks to our partners at the Ag+Open Space 
• This is a collaboration between Sonoma Water, Friends of the Mark West, and Your Friends at LandPaths

Contact: For more questions or concerns, please contact Jesica Rodriguez by calling our offices at (707) 544-7284 #107 

To register, click here! 

Ag + Open Space protects land in Sonoma County and LandPaths connects you with that land. This program is made possible through a partnership between the District and non-profit partner LandPaths. It is sponsored by the voters of Sonoma County who funded the District's work with a quarter-cent sales tax, and is coordinated & guided by LandPaths.