Guest Speakers

General Meeting Information

Our monthly meeting begins at 6:30 PM on the third Monday of the month (except for the months of June, July, August and December) at the First United Methodist Church, 1551 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa.

As always, the public is invited to these free programs.

Monday, April 20th, 2026. 6:30pm

Helping Wildlife Cross the Road: Protecting Amphibians with the Newt Brigade

Christyne Davidian, Chileno Valley Newt Brigade (CVNB) Captain

Sarah Millus, Biologist at Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands

Our speakers will offer insights into amphibian conservation and wildlife crossing. Chileno Valley Newt Brigade (CVNB) is a voluntary group concerned about vehicles on Chileno Valley Road running over newts and other amphibians trying to get to and from Laguna Lake to breed. The presentation will cover how the CVNB got started; amphibian species and biology; current conservation efforts and CVNB statistics; and the proposed wildlife crossing,

Monday, May 18, 5:30pm to 8pm

Madrone Annual Potluck Picnic

Spring Lake Regional Park

5:30pm - 6:30pm :

Join us for a tour of Spring Lake Environmental Center followed by short bird walk.

6:30pm - 8pm:

Bring something good to eat and to share. Please bring your own plate and utensils. Cold drinks will be provided.

Location: Shady Oaks Picnic Area. Located to the left immediately after you enter the park by the Channel Drive and Violetti Roard entrance.

The Ernestine Smith Scholarship recipient will be introduced.