Let's G.O.! (Get Outside)

The first annual Let's G.O.! San Joaquin Valley campaign is part of a national effort to make people aware of the local places to get outside and enjoy nature. Sierra Foothill Conservancy and San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust have combined efforts to raise awareness of the important link between getting outdoors and overall community health.

Click here to visit the Let's Get Outside San Joaquin Valley website for a complete list of activities. 

Pancake Breakfast 
Saturday, April 25, 8:00 am to 10:00 am
at River Center 

Hike, bike, or jog down to River Center for a delicious pancake breakfast. You'll enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, and beverages for just $5 per person. It's a wonderful way to begin or end a trip on the Lewis S. Eaton Trail. All proceeds benefit the Trust's community programs. No need to RSVP, just drop by. 

Meet John Muir at Sycamore Island
Saturday, April 25, 8:30 am to 12:00 pm 

Join the Trust at Sycamore Island for a nature hike with John Muir as portrayed by local naturalist Frank Helling. You'll hear stories from Muir's life while you stroll along paths shaded by large oak and sycamore trees. This is an experience not to be missed. 

Sycamore Island entrance fee is $9, no additional charge for the walk. Donations are gladly accepted. 

Click here to register.
Respite by the River 
Thursday, April 30, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
at River Center  

Join the River Parkway Trust for the kickoff event of the 2015 season of Respite by the River featuring author Steven Church and musician Lance Canales. 

Bring your picnic dinner and blanket, and relax in the cool breezes of River Center. Macca's Wine Bar will be open during the dinner hour, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with a wonderful selection of wines for sale by the glass. 

The reading will begin at 7:00 p.m. with book sales and signing to follow. Dessert will be for sale during the event. We'd like to thank our April dessert sponsor La Boulangerie. 

Click here to read more about Steven Church and Lance Canales.