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For registration or more information about listed events or please contact Tammy Mebane at tammymebane@sbcglobal.net or 916/216-2178.
SVC currently leads docent tours every fourth Saturday from January through May and doecent equestrian rides every fourth Sunday February through May (must have your own horse). SVC will host special-request tours for groups, depending on the availability of docents. Please join Sacramento Valley Conservancy for our Upcoming Season, check dates below.
The new Deer Creek Hills self guided interpretive trail will be open on the fourth Saturday from January through May from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. There will be a docent at the parking area to check you in and out.
Deer Creek Hills is less than a mile from developed roads and only 15 minutes from urban areas where you stand surrounded by gnarled blue oaks, rolling hills, and views of the valley and Sierras. Experience some of the most beautiful land in the Sacramento area.
New Season Pass! Buy a season pass to all hosted SVC outings for 2008. This includes all hikes and equestrian rides (must have your own horse) and any special tours we offer for just $50.00. Must hikes cost $10 and equestrian rides are $20 per person.
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Special Tours:
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Upcoming
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Hikes/Tours/Rides
The Sacramento Valley Conservancy offers docent-led educational hikes and equestrian rides at Deer Creek Hills Preserve (equestrians must have their own horse). We offer a diverse group of trained SVC docents that lead and educate participants on the natural history, geology, birds, wildlife, plant life and wildflowers of the area. Hikes start at 9 a.m. and end at 1 p.m. (unless otherwise noted). Equestrian should be ready to ride out at 10 a.m., the corral will be open at 9:00 a.m. for saddling horses. The fee for
hikes is $10, $20 for equestrian rides (unless otherwise noted),
or you can buy a Season Pass for just $50.00 and attend all outings.
Children 16 and under are free. Our new interpretive trail will
be open and free to the public on Fourth Saturdays from 9:00 a.m.
to noon. (January through May). All events
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the 26th Deer Creek Hills Overlook and Geology Hike |
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Geologist Bob Sydnor will lead an educational hike covering the geology of the area as you hike rolling hills and discover different rock formations. The Deer Creek Hills Overlook hike will take you to the northernmost section of the property and will cover more ground at a faster pace. Fee: $10 (Children 16 and under are free). Self-guided interpretive trail is open from 9:00 a.m. to noon and is also free. Buy a season pass for $50 and attend all SVC hikes/rides/and special outings for 2008. |
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February |
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Date: Saturday
the 23rd Deer Creek Hills Transect and History Hike |
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Take a step back in time with the history hike of Deer Creek Hills. Learn about the miners who searched for gold, sheep and cattle ranching, and the Native American history of the site. The Deer Creek Hills Transect hike will take you across the entire property. Fee: $10 (Children 16 and under are free). Self-guided interpretive trail is open from 9:00 a.m. to noon and is also free. Buy a season pass for $50 and attend all SVC hikes/rides/and special outings for 2008.
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Date: Sunday
the 24th Equestrian Ride |
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The Sacramento Valley Conservancy offers docent-led equestrian rides at Deer Creek Hills Preserve (equestrians must have their own horse). We offer a diverse group of trained SVC docents that lead and educate participants on the natural history, geology, birds, wildlife, plant life and wildflowers of the area. The fee for equestrian rides is $20. Children 16 and under are free. Buy a season pass for $50 and attend all SVC hikes/rides/and special outings for 2008. |
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March |
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Date: Saturday
the 22nd Wildflower Hike |
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Enjoy the amazing wildflowers at Deer Creek Hills. We offer a diverse group of trained SVC docents that lead and educate participants on the natural history, geology, birds, wildlife, plant life and wildflowers of the area. Fee: $10 (Children 16 and under are free). Self-guided interpretive trail is open from 9:00 a.m. to noon and is also free. Buy a season pass for $50 and attend all SVC hikes/rides/and special outings for 2008.
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Date: Sunday
the 30th Equestrian Ride (Rescheduled from March 23rd, due to Easter Sunday) |
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The Sacramento Valley Conservancy offers docent-led equestrian rides at Deer Creek Hills Preserve (equestrians must have their own horse). We offer a diverse group of trained SVC docents that lead and educate participants on the natural history, geology, birds, wildlife, plant life and wildflowers of the area. The fee for equestrian rides is $20. Children 16 and under are free. Buy a season pass for $50 and attend all SVC hikes/rides/and special outings for 2008. |
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April |
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Date: Saturday
the 26th Wildflower Hike |
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Enjoy the amazing wildflowers at Deer Creek Hills. We offer a diverse group of trained SVC docents that lead and educate participants on the natural history, geology, birds, wildlife, plant life and wildflowers of the area. Fee: $10 (Children 16 and under are free). Self-guided interpretive trail is open from 9:00 a.m. to noon and is also free. Buy a season pass for $50 and attend all SVC hikes/rides/and special outings for 2008.
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Date: Sunday
the 27th Equestrian Ride |
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The Sacramento Valley Conservancy offers docent-led equestrian rides at Deer Creek Hills Preserve (equestrians must have their own horse). We offer a diverse group of trained SVC docents that lead and educate participants on the natural history, geology, birds, wildlife, plant life and wildflowers of the area. The fee for equestrian rides is $20. Children 16 and under are free. Buy a season pass for $50 and attend all SVC hikes/rides/and special outings for 2008. |
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May |
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Date: Saturday
the 24th Deer Creek Hills Hike |
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We offer a diverse group of trained SVC docents that lead and educate participants on the natural history, geology, birds, wildlife, plant life and wildflowers of the area. Fee: $10 (Children 16 and under are free). Self-guided interpretive trail is open from 9:00 a.m. to noon and is also free. Buy a season pass for $50 and attend all SVC hikes/rides/and special outings for 2008.
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Date: Sunday
the 25th Equestrian Ride |
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The Sacramento Valley Conservancy offers docent-led equestrian rides at Deer Creek Hills Preserve (equestrians must have their own horse). We offer a diverse group of trained SVC docents that lead and educate participants on the natural history, geology, birds, wildlife, plant life and wildflowers of the area. The fee for equestrian rides is $20. Children 16 and under are free. Buy a season pass for $50 and attend all SVC hikes/rides/and special outings for 2008. |
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Service Projects |
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Take a "hands-on" approach to conservation by organizing your work, church group, friends and family to join us for a service project to clean up properties, build bird boxes, hang signs or for trail maintenance. The Conservancy can accommodate groups of 15 or more for service projects depending on our needs and the season. For more information contact Tammy Mebane, Stewardship Director, at (916) 216-2178 or tammymebane@sbcglobal.net. |
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Leadership Outings |
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These beautiful and fun outings educate leaders, companies and agencies in our region about our unique local scenic, agricultural, natural and recreational resources (including oak woodlands and vernal pools close to work), how they are protected and managed, and build camaraderie in an "out-of-work," low stress environment. On request. Call Aimee Rutledge, Executive Director at (916) 492-0908 or bond13mac@aol.com. |
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