Ticket Price | $55
Guest limit 12

Enjoy a delicious authentic Swedish pancake breakfast hosted by dedicated Shasta Land Trust supporters, Tara and Warren Swanson. Dine on delicious Swedish pancakes, lingonberries, potato sausage, and glogg for a cozy winter’s breakfast full of holiday spirit. Learn about the traditional Swedish family recipes, history, and practices that make this breakfast so special (and yummy!)

Hosts: Tara & Warren Swanson

Ticket Price | $45
Guest limit 20

Invite your friends and family, and bring out your creative side at our Fall Colors Paint & Sip event at the Shasta Land Trust! Get inspired as you create a step-by-step painting of one of our protected properties, led by local artist, Elizabeth McClellan. You’ll leave with fun memories and a beautiful acrylic canvas painting. No experience necessary. Materials will be provided along with tasty appetizers and wine, of course!

Hosts: Elizabeth McClellan, Heather Hennessey, Mika Chin

Ticket Price | Complimentary
Guest limit 25

Get ready for a hike on the idyllic, forever-protected Cow Creek Ranch. Learn all about this 4,915-acre property in the Cow Creek watershed and enjoy the scenery as you traverse the rolling foothills of oak woodland, stands of towering Gray and Ponderosa pines, and irrigated pasture. This event is FREE and welcome to anyone who loves taking in beautiful views and is curious to check out a conserved property. The hike will be moderate with several hills, through irrigated pasture, and with inclines along uneven terrain.

Hosts: Larry Morrison, Shasta Land Trust

Ticket Price | $45
Guest limit 30

Join us for a peaceful fall morning bird watching at Paige Ranch, our protected property in Fall River Mills. Located along the Pacific Flyway, the Fall River region is within an Audubon Society Important Bird Area. Tour the rice fields and shoreline of the property that provide essential habitat for the many amazing native and migratory birds in the area, with a bird watching session led by special guests from the Shasta Birding Society. Enjoy a tasty lunch at the ranch following the bird walk!

Hosts: Shasta Birding Society, Liza Baldwin, Rod & Joyce Evans, Gregg Werner & Susan Whitaker

Ticket Price | $10, children (ages 5-15) $5
Guest limit 100

Come and enjoy a cozy fall evening on the lawn at Shasta Land Trust’s Daniell Beaver Banks Preserve for a screening of the fun, heartwarming film: Migration. Watch how this adorable mallard duck family finds their way to Jamaica on their first ever migration! Join them as they face their fears, make new friends and conquer the challenges only a duck could know.

The Sum of All Smoke food truck will be on-site with delicious BBQ food available for purchase, as well as multiple kid-friendly menu options. Popcorn, movie treats, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.

Doors open at 6:30 pm, movie screening from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm.

A limited number of door tickets will be available.

Hosts: Law Offices of Campbell, Clark & Vienneau, Jennifer & Jason Snider, Amy Pendergast, Melissa Buciak

Ticket Price | Complimentary
Guest limit 25

Join us for a morning hike along the meandering Hat Creek, part of our recently protected Lake Britton Conservation Easement. This property forms an important connection between several already protected properties, forming one contiguous region of conserved wildlife habitat and shoreline. Take in the views while learning about the large-scale conservation successes by the Shasta Land Trust in this region with incredible benefits to the environment and our local community.

Hosts: Shasta Land Trust

Ticket Price | $75
Guest limit 80

Join us for a lovely fall evening with our community of passionate conservation supporters for a delicious catered dinner at the Shasta Land Trust’s beautiful Daniell Beaver Banks Preserve, along the Sacramento River. Enjoy live music by local folk singer, Roger Jaegar, and sip on a glass of wine, for an unforgettable evening of camaraderie and community under the starlit skies.

During the event, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about our ongoing conservation efforts and exciting upcoming projects. Discover how your support contributes to the protection of vital nature, wildlife habitats, farms, recreational lands, and scenic vistas that define our region. Your presence not only celebrates our shared dedication to conservation, but also strengthens the foundation of our collective efforts to protect the natural wonders of Shasta County for generations to come.

Hosts: Shasta Land Trust Board of Directors

Ticket Price | $35
Guest limit 20

Enjoy a relaxing morning yoga session along the Sacramento River at the Shasta Land Trust’s Daniell Beaver Banks Preserve. This restorative class features soothing movements to open your mind and body for a refreshing start to the weekend. Taught by Margaret of House of Chi Yoga, this class is suitable for all skill levels. The yoga class will follow with a riverside brunch of pastries, infused water, fresh-pressed juice, and smoothies!

Hosts: Shasta Land Trust, House of Chi Yoga, Sara Sundquist, Amy Pendergast

Ticket Price | $45
Guest limit 15

Join Jay & Terri Thesken and Dave & Judy Bush on a beautiful scenic field trip to southern Siskiyou County’s Scott Valley and the Russian Wilderness. After starting the day with a picnic lunch at the Thesken’s woodsy, Scott Valley cabin under the breathtaking pine trees, get a chance to drive up to Etna summit with its sweeping views of the Salmon River Valley, the Trinity Alps, and the Pacific Crest Trail. Stopping at the alpine Taylor Lake trailhead, enjoy a level 0.6 mile walk through early wildflower blooms and a cascading waterfall along the way to the Lake; one of the many alpine glacial lakes in the Russian Wilderness! Don’t forget to bring binoculars to spot the different critters that live up at this 6,500 ft elevation beauty!

Hosts: Jay & Terri Thesken, Dave & Judy Bush

Ticket Price | $40
Guest limit 30

Come join us for a tour of the recently protected 702-acre Miller Ranch near Shingletown. Learn about an incredible story of passionate landowners working to protect local agriculture, while maintaining and restoring the health of the property’s diverse habitats. Hear from Bruce Miller as he shares about his family’s ranching operations, wildfire preparation, and historic barn restoration. After the tour, guests will enjoy a picnic lunch while enjoying the view of the property’s picturesque meadows.

Hosts: Bruce Miller, Mark & Molly Wood, Lang Dayton, Michelle Maupin-Cornelius

Ticket Price | $45
Guest limit 30

Visit Old 44 Cellars for a tour of this local viticulture business producing Mediterranean varietals ideal for our region. Learn from Old 44’s owner, Nick Mitchell, as he talks about the vineyard’s growing process, and why our regional soils and climate makes these wines so delicious! After the tour, enjoy a wine tasting of several Old 44 varietals paired with a delicious charcuterie board - perfect for a spring day in the vineyard!

Hosts: Old 44 Cellars, Shasta Land Trust

Ticket Price | $35
Guest limit 25

Immerse yourself in the gorgeous waters of Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park’s Big Lake. This park is situated in an ancient lava flow and features incredible vistas of Mt. Lassen and Mt. Shasta. Bring your binoculars and view the bird species that visit the Lake’s crystal clear spring water, and learn about the region’s unique history and geology. After your paddle, enjoy lunch while viewing the incredible scenery.

Hosts: Michelle Maupin-Cornelius, John & Debbie Stokes, Mari & Terry Applegate, California State Parks

Please note a day-use pass to the park will be required for entry. Day use passes will be available for purchase at the park entry kiosk or are available to purchase online.

Please plan to bring your own kayak or SUP for the event.

Join us Saturday, May 4th, for the 22nd annual Wildways Kickoff Jamboree at the Shasta Land Trust’s beautiful Daniell Beaver Banks Preserve along the Sacramento River. This family-friendly event features live Acoustic-Folk-Americana music by Jonathan Foster, a delicious BBQ dinner, dessert, and local craft beer and wine.

Attendees will also have access to purchase tickets to the 2024 Wildways event season and bid on amazing items in a silent auction fundraiser full of outdoor gear, adventures, luxury experiences, and more!

All proceeds benefit Shasta Land Trust’s mission to conserve our County’s precious forests, waterways, working ranches and agricultural lands.

Tickets are $60 presale / $65 at the Door

Children ages 1-5 FREE

Children Ages 6-15  $10

Thank You to our Wildways Sponsors!

Ticket Price | Complimentary Guest limit 25 Children Ages 6-12

Calling young nature lovers! Join us on Saturday, April 13th from 9-11 AM at the office of the Shasta Land Trust, Daniell Beaver Banks Preserve, and enjoy a spring morning learning about our flying feathered friends and creepy crawling critters!
 
Learn about the incredible bird species seen along our Sacramento River property with a walking bird tour led by the Shasta Birding Society. Kids will learn tips to ID birds and will also enjoy a fun art activity with the Spring Rivers Foundation. You’ll even get a chance to see and learn about a variety of unique geckos, lizards, and other reptilian critters!
 
Binoculars will be available to borrow from the Shasta Birding Society. Plus, snacks and beverages will be provided for our young explorers.
 
Tickets are complimentary, but space is limited! Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and learn something new! Register online today
 
Hosted by: Shasta Birding Society, The Spoiled Gargoyle, Spring Rivers Foundation, Heather Hennessey, and Wendy Sanders

Ticket Price | $50 Guest limit 16

Back by popular demand, enjoy a delicious authentic Swedish pancake breakfast prepared by dedicated Shasta Land Trust supporters, Tara and Warren Swanson. Enjoy Swedish pancakes, lingonberries, potato sausage, and glogg for a cozy winter’s breakfast full of holiday spirit. Learn about the traditional Swedish family recipes, history, and practices that make this breakfast so special (and yummy!)

Hosts: Tara & Warren Swanson

Ticket Price | $40 Guest limit 25

Enjoy the beautiful fall scenery with a bike tour of the protected Cow Creek Ranch. Hop on your mountain bike and enjoy the terrain of this conserved family cattle ranch with a 4-mile ride through oak woodlands, along cattle trails, and through scenic pastures. Rest and enjoy a picnic lunch at a picturesque vista point halfway through the ride before returning to the ranch.

Hosts: Larry Morrison, Sara Sundquist, Amy Pendergast, Randy & Noel Bush

Ticket Price | $45 Guest limit 25

Explore the resilient ecosystems of our local Whiskeytown National Recreation Area with a guided hike along the wilderness burn scars of Boulder Creek Trail. Learn about recovery efforts of the National Park Service following the 2018 Carr Fire with an overview of land management and restoration projects from the last five years. Enjoy the one-mile walk to Boulder Creek Falls to view the area’s post-fire vegetation recovery, with a tour of topics including introductory plant species and invasive threats, before hiking back for a tasty picnic lunch at the Powerhouse gazebo.

Hosts: National Park Service, Heather Hennessey, Mika Chin

Ticket Price | $10, children (age 5-15) $5 Guest limit 100

Come visit the Shasta Land Trust for a family-friendly screening of the 2012 film, The Lorax. Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket and watch this timeless and ever-important tale of the Lorax, a cantankerous yet endearing creature intent on preserving the forest. Popcorn, movie treats, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.

Doors open at 6:30 pm, movie screening from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm.

Hosts: Law of Offices of Campbell, Clark & Vienneau

Ticket Price | $70 Guest limit 80

Join us for a lovely fall evening with our community of passionate conservation supporters for a delicious multi-course dinner at the Shasta Land Trust’s beautiful Daniel Beaver Banks Preserve, along the Sacramento River. Enjoy live music by folk bluegrass band, A Dyar Situation, sip on a glass of wine, and hear about current and upcoming conservation projects planned for our treasured Shasta County landscapes.

Hosts: Shasta Land Trust Board of Directors

Ticket Price | $35 Guest limit 25

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the soon-to-be protected Lake Britton with a kayak tour of this biodiverse waterbody. Fed by the Pit River, the lake provides habitat for a variety of species with the potential to view river otters, turtles, and fish, as well as an abundance of raptors and osprey. Learn about the conservation plans for this property as well as the long-term ecological and recreational trends of the area. Traverse the numerous inlets and majestic views of the lake before returning to the marina picnic area near the shore for a tasty lunch.

Hosts: California State Parks, John & Debbie Stokes, Mari & Terry Applegate

Ticket Price | $45 Guest limit 15

Join Jay & Terri Thesken and Dave & Judy Bush for a field trip to Lassen Volcanic National Park to explore and search for the elusive American Pika! Gather first for a delicious picnic lunch overlooking scenic Lake Helen and hear Mike Magnuson, Lassen Park biologist, give a brief lecture on the Park’s pika program “Pikas in Peril” and recent vaccination efforts. After lunch, drive to several park locations and walk for about ½ mile to a promising pika site, in hopes of catching a glimpse of these cute alpine members of the rabbit family. Jay & Terri will explain their annual volunteer pika monitoring they have been doing for the Park for 14 years.

Hosts: Jay & Terri Thesken, Dave & Judy Bush

Ticket Price | $35 Guest limit 25

Enjoy a morning yoga session by the Sacramento River at the Shasta Land Trust’s Daniell Beaver Banks Preserve. Taught by Che from House of Chi Yoga, this class is suitable for beginner levels and above, with a focus on mindfulness and calming movements. The yoga class will follow with a riverside brunch of healthy breakfast snacks, fresh squeezed juice, and iced tea.

Hosts: Shasta Land Trust, Che from House of Chi Yoga

Ticket Price | $45 Guest limit 25

Get inspired by the stunning views of Baum Lake with a step-by-step watercolor painting lesson taught by local artist, Elizabeth McClellan. Tap into your creative side and enjoy the tranquil shores of this soon-to-be protected property, and leave with a unique watercolor painting capturing the beautiful scenery from the day. No experience necessary. Materials will be provided along with tasty appetizers and beverages.

Hosts: Elizabeth McClellan, Rod & Joyce Evans

Ticket Price | FREE, ages 6-12 Guest limit 25 (parent or guardian must attend)

Nature-loving children can enjoy a morning learning about Redding’s incredible bird populations at the Lillian Nelson Nature Preserve. Children will get a demonstration in bird identification techniques and learn about a variety of species present at the 30-acre preserve led by hosts from the Wintu Audubon Society and Spring Rivers Foundation. Explore and participate in nature studies and art projects at the riparian habitat and oak woodlands at this unique conserved land within the greater Redding urban area. Binoculars will be available to borrow from the Wintu Audubon Society. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

Hosts: Wintu Audubon Society, Tricia Ford, Spring Rivers Foundation, Allison Breedveld, Gail Leonard, Heather Hennessey

Ticket Price | $5, children (age 5-15) $2 Guest limit 125

Get outdoors and explore the wonders of nature! This family-friendly event is perfect for budding naturalists looking to flex their scientific and creative muscles with guided hikes, creek and nature studies, and art projects with our local environmental nonprofit friends at Whiskeytown Environmental School Community. Bring a picnic blanket and lunch, and enjoy free popcorn and snow cones for a perfect spring day outdoors.

Hosts: Whiskeytown Environmental School Community, Melinda Kashuba, Kathy Hill, Francesca Huntsman, Shasta County Office of Education, National Park Service

Ticket Price | $45 Guest limit 20

Join us for a peaceful spring morning while bird watching at Fenwood Ranch, Shasta Land Trust’s first protected property. Tour the oak woodlands, fields, and riparian features of the property that provide habitat for the amazing native and migratory birds of the Sacramento River Valley, with bird sightings guided by local avian experts from the Wintu Audubon Society. Enjoy yummy brunch foods as well as hot coffee and tea at the ranch following the bird walk.

Hosts: Wintu Audubon Society, Larry Jordan, Tim Kashuba, Jim & Mary Rickert, Rod & Joyce Evans, Kathleen Gilman & Dave Short

Ticket Price | $40 Guest limit 30

Join us for a plant walk and ecosystem tour at the Valleys End Nature Preserve with a hike along oak woodlands, lakeside shores, and unique geological formations on this SLT protected property. View the beautiful spring blooms and learn about the interconnectedness of the numerous habitats in the region. Hear from the passionate landowners who for decades have stewarded the land with special care for the many migratory and native species in the Bella Vista area. Relax after the hike with lunch at a scenic picnic site by Mirror Lake.

Hosts: Shasta Land Trust, Larry & Bonnie Boisclaire, Laurie & Don Burk, Gary & Belinda Sanda, Gregg Werner & Susan Whitaker

Ticket Price | $50 Guest limit 30

Visit Burnsini Vineyards for a tour of this local sustainable viticulture business producing hand-crafted red wines. Learn from the winery’s owner, Brandi Greene, as she showcases the green practices in place, including solar energy, cover crops, organic fungicides, compost tea, and mulch cycles - to name a few! After the tour, enjoy a wine tasting of several Burnsini varietals, followed by a delicious Moonstone Bistro lunch. Guests can take home a jar of organic compost tea to enhance their own sustainable garden endeavors at home!

Hosts: Burnsini Vineyards, Moonstone Bistro, Michelle Maupin-Cornelius, Peter Tichinin

Ticket Price | $45 Guest limit 30

It's fun art, not fine art! Invite your friends, sip delicious wine, and find your creative side by following simple painting instructions with a local artist at the beautiful Daniell Beaver Banks Preserve. You'll leave with a one-of-a-kind acrylic canvas painting. No experience necessary. Materials will be provided along with tasty appetizers and wine, of course!

Host: Heather Hennessey & Burnsini Vineyards