Join Sonoma Ecology Center for a guided springtime hike at Calabazas Creek Open Space Preserve, a stunning and ecologically rich property nestled in the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountains. This moderately strenuous 4-mile hike will take us through oak woodlands, riparian corridors, and mixed evergreen forests along an abandoned fire road.
We are selling a variety of California native plants to the public every Friday from 12:00-3:00 pm to help local gardeners create and maintain drought tolerant and pollinator-friendly gardens and landscapes. Simply drop into our Native Plant Nursery. For questions, email our Native Plant Nursery Manager at [email protected]. No registration needed
Join Sonoma Ecology Center for our annual spring hikes at Van Hoosear Wildflower Preserve, a stunning 162-acre protected area renowned for its incredible biodiversity and vibrant wildflower displays. This exclusive opportunity allows participants to experience one of Sonoma Valley’s most treasured landscapes, guided by expert naturalists from the Sonoma Ecology Center.
Join Sonoma Ecology Center and Team Sugarloaf for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Sonoma County's most pristine and breathtaking landscapes with our exclusive fundraising hike. This event will be a grand tour of the Mayacamas Mountains in the northern half of Sonoma Valley, where we will pass close to the headwaters of Santa Rosa and Sonoma Creeks. This unique adventure offers participants a rare opportunity to traverse through areas usually closed to the public, such as the recent Perry Addition to Sonoma County Parks. Whether you choose the 11-mile classic route or the 17-mile epic option, you'll be treated to a day filled with stunning vistas, challenging trails, and the camaraderie of fellow nature enthusiasts. As you navigate through rolling hills, serene creeks, and towering oaks, you'll push your limits and contribute to a noble cause. The hike culminates in a communal barbeque dinner, where stories of the day's journey can be shared among new friends.
Sign up today to secure your spot in this remarkable experience and help us support the preservation of Sonoma County's natural treasures.
Join us for our Spring California Native plant sale on Saturday, April 12, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at Sonoma Garden Park. We have a gorgeous array of more than 60 amazing California native, drought-tolerant perennials, shrubs and trees that are natural attractors for our local pollinators. Give a gift to your garden, your local […]
Join Sonoma Ecology Center, Sonoma Garden Park, Sonoma Community Center and ceramicist Amanda Bury for a hands-on clay workshop inspired by the natural beauty of Sonoma Garden Park. Wander the garden to gather leaves, blooms, and sprigs, then press them into clay tiles and paint with colored slip. As the plants are removed, a delicate […]
Join Sonoma Ecology Center for our annual spring hikes at Van Hoosear Wildflower Preserve, a stunning 162-acre protected area renowned for its incredible biodiversity and vibrant wildflower displays. This exclusive opportunity allows participants to experience one of Sonoma Valley’s most treasured landscapes, guided by expert naturalists from the Sonoma Ecology Center.
We are selling a variety of California native plants to the public every Friday from 12:00-3:00 pm to help local gardeners create and maintain drought tolerant and pollinator-friendly gardens and landscapes. Simply drop into our Native Plant Nursery. For questions, email our Native Plant Nursery Manager at [email protected]. No registration needed
Join Sonoma Ecology Center for our annual spring hikes at Van Hoosear Wildflower Preserve, a stunning 162-acre protected area renowned for its incredible biodiversity and vibrant wildflower displays. This exclusive opportunity allows participants to experience one of Sonoma Valley’s most treasured landscapes, guided by expert naturalists from the Sonoma Ecology Center.
Saturday Harvest Markets are back! 2025 Harvest Markets reopen April 19, 2025 and continue until December, 2025. Harvest Markets take place every Saturday, 9:00 am-1:00 pm. The Harvest Market is a great place to pick up produce, flowers, and eggs harvested from our 6.1 acre sustainable garden. We also sell local honey and olive oil. […]
Join us for a scenic and educational hike at the stunning 960-acre Saddle Mountain Preserve, located above Rincon Valley on the eastern edge of Santa Rosa in the Mayacamas Mountains. This guided hike is hosted by Sonoma Ecology Center and Ag + Open Space, exploring land recently impacted by the Glass Fire. Leading the hike […]
Photo by Marielle V Chua We are selling a variety of California native plants to the public every Friday from 12:00-3:00 pm to help local gardeners create and maintain drought tolerant and pollinator-friendly gardens and landscapes. Simply drop into our Native Plant Nursery. For questions, email our Native Plant Nursery Manager at [email protected]. No registration […]
Saturday Harvest Markets are back! 2025 Harvest Markets reopen April 19, 2025 and continue until December, 2025. Harvest Markets take place every Saturday, 9:00 am-1:00 pm. The Harvest Market is a great place to pick up produce, flowers, and eggs harvested from our 6.1 acre sustainable garden. We also sell local honey and olive oil. […]
Photo by Melania Mahoney Join Sonoma Ecology Center for our annual spring hikes at Van Hoosear Wildflower Preserve, a stunning 162-acre protected area renowned for its incredible biodiversity and vibrant wildflower displays. This exclusive opportunity allows participants to experience one of Sonoma Valley’s most treasured landscapes, guided by expert naturalists from the Sonoma Ecology Center.
Declining Groundwater in Sonoma Valley: What Can We Do? Photo by Marielle V Chua This event is organized and hosted by the Sonoma Valley Groundwater Sustainability Agency. For more information about our agency visit sonomavalleygroundwater.org Sonoma Valley residents, farmers, ranchers, and businesses must join together and take action to reverse the trend of declining groundwater. Don't […]
Photo by Marielle V Chua We are selling a variety of California native plants to the public every Friday from 12:00-3:00 pm to help local gardeners create and maintain drought tolerant and pollinator-friendly gardens and landscapes. Simply drop into our Native Plant Nursery. For questions, email our Native Plant Nursery Manager at [email protected]. No registration […]
Saturday Harvest Markets are back! 2025 Harvest Markets reopen April 19, 2025 and continue until December, 2025. Harvest Markets take place every Saturday, 9:00 am-1:00 pm. The Harvest Market is a great place to pick up produce, flowers, and eggs harvested from our 6.1 acre sustainable garden. We also sell local honey and olive oil. […]
Join us as we celebrate the launch of a cutting-edge pyrolysis biochar operation —the first of its kind in California! There will be an opening ceremony, biochar tours, snacks, and drinks.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED as of 4/30/2025. Join Sonoma Ecology Center naturalists for a day of exploration and adventure on the privately owned and protected Eliot Property, located on the eastern side of Sonoma Mountain. Known as Buckeye Knob for its abundance of California Native Buckeyes, this 52-acre property features breathtaking landscapes including grasslands, […]