Update on October River Stewards Volunteer Workday!
Thank you to the 18 hard-working volunteers who completed the planting of 70 native trees and shrubs at the Trout and Back ponds at Sycamore Island! This planting is part of the mitigation for the Trout Pond Improvement Project constructed in 2020. Some of the native plants in this project include California wild rose, mule fat, elderberry, buttonbush, and valley oak. During the workday, volunteers planted and watered the native species, then spread mulch around the plants before securing them with protective cages.
The second phase will take place later this winter, with 123 more trees to be planted. We’ll share information about how you can help in the months ahead.
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Gardening Angels Day
Saturday, November 13, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for a morning in River Center's gardens. Gardening Angels is a fun opportunity to spend time with experienced gardeners while enjoying a peaceful morning in the outdoors.
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River Stewards Day
Saturday, November 20, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Come spend a morning by the river planting native trees, and grasses at Owl Hollow.
Ages 10 and up are welcome to attend.
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Please save the date for the next Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission meeting on Monday, November 15, at 5:30 pm. This meeting is hybrid, in-person, and via zoom. You are invited to attend in person at Fresno City Hall in the Council Chambers.
Commission agendas and other supporting documents are posted on the City of Fresno website. Click the button below to access the City's upcoming meetings webpage.
Links to register for the Zoom webinars are included in the meeting agendas.
If you have questions about the Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission, please contact Commissioner Sarah Parkes at [email protected] or call 559-248-8480 ext. 107. |
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Teen Environmental Leadership Program (High School)
Saturday, November 6 - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Sycamore Island
Each Teen Environmental Leadership Program date includes teambuilding games, nature exploration or environmental education activities, and kayaking. These adventures require attendees to be in high school to participate and will last approximately 4 hours. Please note that there is a $40.00 fee per participant and advance registration with online payment is required for participation.
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River Buddies Weekend Explorers - Animal Homes (Pre-K and K)
Saturday, November 13 - 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm at Sumner Peck Ranch
During the two-hour long session, your Weekend Explorer will go on a one-hour nature walk, do a craft activity, sing fun songs, listen to a story, and end with a stimulating hands-on activity, all related to the day's educational theme! Your child will leave with a curious mind wanting to know more about our local environment and its native species. River Buddies Weekend Explorers is open to children between the ages of 3 1/2 and 6 years old.
The fee for each program session is $15 per child; online registration & payment in advance is required.
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Weekend River Warriors (Ages 10-13)
Saturday, November 13 - 9:00 am - 12:30 pm at Owl Hollow
Does your “tween” enjoy the outdoors, facing new challenges, and meeting new people? Our NEW Weekend River Warriors program is just for them! Each three-hour long session will include a variety of hands-on team building, leadership, science, and engineering activities in an outdoor setting along the San Joaquin River Parkway. Most program dates also include a cool craft to take home. Your River Warrior will use critical thinking skills while having fun and forming new friendships at each session! Weekend River Warriors is open to youth between the ages of 10 and 13 years old. The fee for each program session is $25 per child; online registration & payment in advance is required.
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NEW Owl Hollow Ropes Course
The River Parkway Trust recently debuted several new Low Ropes Teambuilding elements at Owl Hollow! These elements are being used to enhance school field trips (pictured: Madera Unified 6th graders), weekend youth and family programs, River Camp, and private teambuilding events. The Low Ropes Teambuilding course at Owl Hollow was created with a grant from the Dyer Family Foundation.
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Follow our Sycamore Island Facebook page for Park Updates. |
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Sycamore Island Closes for the Year on Veterans Day!
Sycamore Island November Operating Hours:
Friday, November 5: 6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday, November 6: 6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday, November 7: 6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday, November 11: 6:00 am - 5:30 pm
November 11th is the last day Sycamore Island will be open this season.
Visit the site to fish, canoe, picnic, birdwatch, or hike along the San Joaquin River.
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Family Friendly November Nature Walk
Saturday, November 6th - 9:00 am
Join us for this free family-friendly nature walk at the River Center and nearby Owl Hollow! The focus of the walk will be natural cycles, which are critical to life on earth. Understanding these cycles and how they interact is key to understanding our impact on the earth's ecological systems. This walk will begin at the Hidden Homes Trail and is best suited for youth ages 7+, though younger children are welcome as well.
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Saturday Morning Bald Eagle Canoe Tours
The River Parkway Trust is excited to announce that Bald Eagle Canoe tours are back! Join us for a morning of guided canoeing and Bald Eagle observations at Millerton Lake! Perfect for first-time paddlers and novice birders, you will learn basic paddling skills and practice your observation skills on this four-hour tour.
Bald Eagle tours are held in December and January, and space is limited. Reserve your space today!
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