Education Program
Docent-led Walks
Take a Walk in the Laguna!
The Laguna Foundation offers lively, informative docent-led walks in the Laguna Wetlands Preserve in Sebastopol and a variety of other special locations along the Laguna.
To register for a walk, either print and mail in a registration form
, or use the convenient online method by clicking the "register now" button after each walk description. Please note, there is a $5 fee for a refund, and cancellations need to be made 48 hours in advance. *Pre-registration is not required for walks in the Sebastopol Preserve.
Alpha Wildlife Area Rookery
with Laguna Docents
Wednesday, April 16 ♦ 5:30-7:30 PM
$10 per person
Alpha Farm Wildlife Area has beautiful views of the Laguna and a rookery with great blue herons and double crested cormorants. This evening will be a great opportunity to explore this City of Santa Rosa’s property with Laguna docents as the day fades and the birds are busily preparing for the night.
Delta Pond Rookery
with Laguna Docents
Saturday, May 3 ♦ Choose your time:
7:30 AM, 7:50 AM, 8:10 AM, 8:30 AM, 8:50 AM, 9:15 AM ♦ $10 per person
This annual event is not to be missed! The trees between Delta Pond and the Laguna are host to a sizable rookery of great blue herons, double crested cormorants, plus great egrets with their wispy breeding plumage. Come watch the adults endeavoring to keep up with demanding chicks who are trying to out-compete nest-mates and prepare for first flight. The sights and sounds of all this activity are indeed awe-inspiring. This event is a fund-raiser for the Learning Laguna bus scholarship fund.
Summer Walks at the Sebastopol Wetlands Preserve
with Laguna Docents
Wednesday, June 11 ♦ 7:00-8:30 PM
Saturday, June 21 ♦ 9:30-11:30 AM
Wednesday, July 9 ♦ 7:00-8:30 PM
Wednesday, August 6 ♦ 7:00-8:30 PM
Saturday, August 16 ♦ 9:30-11:30 AM
$10 per person
During these short and pleasant walks (under 1 mile) Laguna docents will provide an overview of the plants and animals of the Laguna and we will also touch on some of the cultural history of the area.
You are welcome to pre-register or just join us at the site. Meet in Sebastopol at the parking lot BEHIND the Youth Annex at 425 Morris Street. Arrive 15 minutes early for prompt check-in.
Sebastopol Wetlands Preserve for Families
with Laguna Docents
Saturday, July 19 ♦ 9:30-11:30 AM
$5 per person
Bring the kids! Our Learning Laguna docents will present hands-on activities to keep everyone engaged, having fun and learning about the habitat, plants and animals of the Laguna.
Exploring Kelly Wetlands Family Walk
with Laguna Docents
Saturday, August 9 ♦ 9:30-11:30 AM
$5 per person
This demonstration wetland overlooks the Laguna and has many special features of its own including open water, emergent wetland, riparian, and upland vegetation wildlife habitats. Thousands of school children have explored this area through our Learning Laguna program. This is your family’s chance to experience the magic of the place! We’ll investigate and learn about the plants and the animal signs we are likely to encounter, play environmental education games and weave a toy from tules. Join us for a fun (and educational!) morning.
Visit the Laguna Learning Adventures page to view our complete selection of classes and walks designed to connect you to the Laguna.
Walks Overview
Apr 16, Alpha Wildlife Area RookeryMay 3, Delta Pond Rookery
Jun 11, Sebastopol Wetlands Preserve
Jun 21, Sebastopol Wetlands Preserve
Jul 9, Sebastopol Wetlands Preserve
July 19, Family Walk
Aug 6, Sebastopol Wetlands Preserve
Aug 9, Family Walk
Aug 16, Sebastopol Wetlands Preserve