The trip from Earth to the moon and back took about a week. Departure, July 16, 1969, landing on July 20. The astronauts traveled to the moon in a “space tent” , the Command Module, about the same size as an average campground tent. Upon arrival at the moon, two of the astronauts landed and performed a lunar “hike”, then back to the Command Module for the trip home. The way we use camping tents today is similar -safe portable habitats designed for exploration into the unknown! Join Michael Erdman, Adjunct Professor at the Academy of Art University for a lecture in celebration of the Apollo moon landing 50 year anniversary! The lecture will start at 8 PM at the Robert Ferguson Observatory in Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. No RVSP needed but parking fees do apply.

Viernes 19 de julio, 5:00 pm a domingo 21, 12:00 pm
¡Está de regreso! Este julio, el parque estatal Sugarloaf Ridge invita a familias latinas a un fin de semana de acampar, completo con una fiesta de estrellas bilingüe. Tendremos equipo de acampar disponible y comidas comunitarias. El espacio está limitado a 70 participantes. La registración es $35 por adulto y gratuito para los menores de edad, e incluye la renta del sitio y  el estacionamiento. Por favor, regístrese por adelantado en https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4287348. Para más información, por favor contacte a Alma: alma@sonomaecologycenter.org 

Weekend at Sugarloaf
Friday, July 19th, 5:00 pm – Sunday, July 21, 12:00 pm
It’s back! This July, Sugarloaf invites the Latino family to a weekend of camping, complete with a bilingual star party. Gear can be provided, you bring the food! Participants capped at 70 people. Registration is $35 per adult and free for minors and it includes the site rental and parking. Please register at: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4287348 For more information, contact Alma at alma@sonomaecologycenter.org

The Practice of Forest Therapy, has been shown to improve health and well-being.

Have you heard about Shinrin Yoku or Forest bathing? Here is an opportunity to take a walk and experience the practice for yourself. Learn techniques to maximize the health benefits and stress reducing qualities of this walking practice. Shinrin yoku originated in Japan and is gaining popularity in the United States for its documented Health benefits.

This practice takes a walk in the woods to another level. A centering and calming restorative practice, it promotes balance and restored vitality through a quality of presence and heightened sensory awareness. Recent articles have been written up in Oprah, Time Magazine, and National Geographic, as well as numerous other publications. Sugarloaf Ridge State Park hosts a Forest Therapy Series as part of its Parks RX program the 3rd Saturday of each month. These walks are led by certified ANFT (Association of Nature and Forest Therapy) practitioners. See http://www.natureandforesttherapy.org/ for more info about this practice.

Tickets $20 or free with a ParkRx from a Sonoma County Medical Provider (click here for more info).

Tickets: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4090665

Join us for a 1.4-mile nature hike along the Sonoma Creek. On the hike your leader will teach you about the plants, animals, and aquatic life of Sonoma Creek. The hike starts at the visitors’ center. No fee, but parking charges apply.

Every Saturday at 7:30 PM, we’ll have songs, games, and animal lore at the park’s amphitheater (across the bridge by campsites 12 & 13). Free event but parking charges apply. 

Help Sugarloaf with trail restoration work. Work includes bridge and step construction, installing signs, clearing, lifting, carrying and hiking. Bring gloves, hat, and water that you can carry hands-free (i.e. bring a backpack).Wear long pants, boots or sturdy shoes and sunscreen. Poison oak is present, so long sleeves are suggested. We have tools and trained crew leaders with tasks for all. Those under 18 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. We will provide tools, food and beverages. If you are a current State Parks volunteer, signup in vicnet. If you are an SEC volunteer, sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0e4aaca62ca3ff2-sugarloaf1