Spring Flowers at Sonoma Mountain Vernal Pools
Saturday, June 8th
10 am to 1 pm
Click here to join
Description:
Visit the Unique Habitat of Vernal Pools!
June is the perfect time to visit the Sonoma Mountain Vernal Pools, as the aquatic bloom is at its height.
The Sonoma Land Trust (SLT) has recently acquired this unique 174-acre parcel of land, nestled northwest of the town of Glen Ellen. The acquisition is part of a collaborative effort to safeguard these rare Vernal Pools and to further the conservation of the Wildlife Corridor, which spans from Lake Barryessa, across Sonoma Mountain, and onto the Coast. The land is protected in perpetuity by a conservation easement held by Ag + Open Space.
As this property has only just transitioned from private ownership to protected ownership, you will have the unique opportunity to be among the first to explore this hidden gem. Besides the pools, we will traverse through mature Oak Woodlands, virgin grasslands, and a section of Yulupa Creek.
There are generally no trails, so make sure to wear sturdy hiking shoes or boots and long pants, and bring a hat and water. The tour is expected to last around three hours. We will convene at 10 am at the southern parking lot at Glen Ellen Village, closest to SDC. SLT will provide a van that carries nine.
We will convene at 10 am at the southern parking lot at Jack London Village. SLT will provide a van that carries nine. Expect to Carpool or ride in the Van from the meeting location at 10 AM: Jack London Village southern parking lot near Passaggio Tasting Room, 14301 Arnold Drive, Jack London Village, CA 95442.
Start time: 10 AM
Length of hike: 2 miles
Length of time: 3 hours
Maximum participants: 25