Submit events for the calendar to info@FriendsOfBidwellPark.org
Note: Park commission committee meetings may be canceled if there's no need to meet--call 896-7800 to confirm.
| T U E | 13 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Preservation & Stream Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items.
Invasive Plant Removal Help Friends of Bidwell Park remove invasive Japanese privet trees. We'll be working along the wide dirt trail east of the eastern Madrone Ave. entrance to Lower Park (off Vallombrosa). From 9:00 am to noon. Tools, water, and gloves provided. For more information, call Susan at 892-1666. If you arrive late at the park entrance, call 321-3406 for directions to our location--you probably won't be able to see us from the trail. If you're under 18, please bring release form signed by parent or guardian. |
| T H U | 15 | Volunteer Thursdays in the Park Help remove yellow starthistle from a meadow area of Lower Bidwell Park. From 2 to 4:30 pm. Wear closed-toe shoes and long-sleeved shirt. Tools and water provided. Meet at the Vallombrosa Avenue pedestrian entrance at Bryant Avenue on the north side of Lower Park. Sponsored by the Chico Park Division. For more information, call the volunteer coordinator, Lise-Smith-Peters, at 896-7831. |
| F R I | 16 | Invasive Plant Removal Help Friends of Bidwell Park remove invasive Japanese privet trees. We'll be working along the wide dirt trail east of the eastern Madrone Ave. entrance to Lower Park (off Vallombrosa). From 9:00 am to noon. Tools, water, and gloves provided. For more information, call Susan at 892-1666. If you arrive late at the park entrance, call 321-3406 for directions to our location--you probably won't be able to see us from the trail. If you're under 18, please bring release form signed by parent or guardian. |
| S A T | 17 | Trail Days in Upper Park Community volunteers will help provide trail repair and maintenance on Upper Park trails. The workday will last from 9 am until noon or longer for volunteers who wish to continue. Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a hat and bring snacks. Tools, water & instruction will be provided. Sponsored by the Chico Park Division. For more information, call the volunteer coordinator, Lise-Smith-Peters, at 896-7831.
Verbena Fields Restoration Site Remove invasive plants, pick up large and small trash and construction debris, flag piles of asphalt and concrete to be removed during the restoration or gather up the small pieces of asphalt and concrete that are scattered around the 20.9 acre site. From 9 am to noon. Verbena Fields is adjacent to Lindo Channel on East 1st Ave (east of In Motion Fitness) at Verbena Ave. Sponsored by the Big Chico Creek Watershed Alliance. For more information, call BCCWA coordinator Susan Mason at 892-2196. |
| T H U | 22 | Volunteer Thursdays in the Park Help remove yellow starthistle from a meadow area of Lower Bidwell Park. From 2 to 4:30 pm. Wear closed-toe shoes and long-sleeved shirt. Tools and water provided. Meet at the Vallombrosa Avenue pedestrian entrance at Bryant Avenue on the north side of Lower Park. Sponsored by the Chico Park Division. For more information, call the volunteer coordinator, Lise-Smith-Peters, at 896-7831.
Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Tree & Finance Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| S U N | 25 | Invasive Plant Removal Help Friends of Bidwell Park remove invasive Japanese privet trees. We'll be working along the dirt trails between the Crister and Madrone Ave. entrances to Lower Park (off Vallombrosa). From 9:00 am to noon, meet at the pedestrian entrance from Vallombrosa that's between the Crister & Madrone entrances, by 1552 Vallombrosa Ave. Tools, water, and gloves provided. For more information, call Susan at 892-1666. We'll be moving around so if you arrive late at the park entrance, call 321-3406 for our current location. If you're under 18, please bring release form signed by parent or guardian. |
| T U E | 27 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission meeting in Council Chambers Map starting at 7 pm. See City of Chico for agenda. The public is invited to attend. |
| T H U | 29 | Volunteer Thursdays in the Park Remove invasive plants and litter from downtown Lost Park. Meet at the East 1st St. parking lot #5 next to Sierra Central Credit Union. From 2 to 4:30 pm. Wear closed-toe shoes. Tools and water provided. Sponsored by the Chico Park Division. For more information, call the volunteer coordinator, Lise-Smith-Peters, at 896-7831. |
| F R I | 30 | Invasive Plant Removal Help Friends of Bidwell Park remove invasive Japanese privet trees. We'll be working at Hooker Oak Park, starting between the picnic area and the creek, pulling out privet seedlings left over from our removal of the big privet trees last year. From 9 am to noon. Tools, water, and gloves provided. For more information, call Susan at 892-1666. If you're under 18, please bring release form signed by parent or guardian. |
| S A T | 31 | Trail Days in Upper Park Community volunteers will help provide trail repair and maintenance on Upper Park trails. The workday will last from 9 am until noon or longer for volunteers who wish to continue. Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a hat and bring snacks. Tools, water & instruction will be provided. Sponsored by the Chico Park Division. For more information, call the volunteer coordinator, Lise-Smith-Peters, at 896-7831.
Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs annual fishing derby for children ages 4 to 12 at Horseshoe Lake. Bring your own gear (no lead sinkers) or borrow from organizers. |
| T H U | 5 | Volunteer Thursdays in the Park Remove invasive plants and litter from downtown Lost Park. Meet at the East 1st St. parking lot #5 next to Sierra Central Credit Union. From 9 to 11:30 am. Wear closed-toe shoes. Tools and water provided. Sponsored by the Chico Park Division. For more information, call the volunteer coordinator, Lise-Smith-Peters, at 896-7831. |
| S A T | 7 | Trail Days in Upper Park Community volunteers will help provide trail repair and maintenance on Upper Park trails. The workday will last from 9 am until noon or longer for volunteers who wish to continue. Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a hat and bring snacks. Tools, water & instruction will be provided. Sponsored by the Chico Park Division. For more information, call the volunteer coordinator, Lise-Smith-Peters, at 896-7831. |
| M O N | 9 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Master Management Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T U E | 10 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Preservation & Stream Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T H U | 12 | Volunteer Thursdays in the Park Remove invasive plants and litter from downtown Lost Park. Meet at the East 1st St. parking lot #5 next to Sierra Central Credit Union. From 9 to 11:30 am. Wear closed-toe shoes. Tools and water provided. Sponsored by the Chico Park Division. For more information, call the volunteer coordinator, Lise-Smith-Peters, at 896-7831.
Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Trail & Safety Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| S A T | 14 | Watershed Assessments in Big Chico Creek The Big Chico Creek Watershed Alliance is in their 5th season of citizen-based water quality monitoring. From 9 am to noon, volunteers meet at the south side of Five Mile Recreation Area Map. New volunteers are welcome to participate. For more information, call Timmarie at 342-6620. |
| T H U | 26 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Tree & Finance Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| M O N | 30 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission meeting in Council Chambers Map starting at 7 pm. See City of Chico for agenda. The public is invited to attend. |
| T U E | 8 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Preservation & Stream Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T H U | 10 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Trail & Safety Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| S A T | 12 | Watershed Assessments in Big Chico Creek The Big Chico Creek Watershed Alliance is in their 5th season of citizen-based water quality monitoring. From 9 am to noon, volunteers meet at the south side of Five Mile Recreation Area Map. New volunteers are welcome to participate. For more information, call Timmarie at 342-6620. |
| M O N | 14 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Master Management Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T H U | 24 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Tree & Finance Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| M O N | 28 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission meeting in Council Chambers Map starting at 7 pm. See City of Chico for agenda. The public is invited to attend. |
| S A T | 9 | Watershed Assessments in Big Chico Creek The Big Chico Creek Watershed Alliance is in their 5th season of citizen-based water quality monitoring. From 9 am to noon, volunteers meet at the south side of Five Mile Recreation Area Map. New volunteers are welcome to participate. For more information, call Timmarie at 342-6620. |
| M O N | 11 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Master Management Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T U E | 12 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Preservation & Stream Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T H U | 14 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Trail & Safety Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| M O N | 25 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission meeting in Council Chambers Map starting at 7 pm. See City of Chico for agenda. The public is invited to attend. |
| T H U | 28 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Tree & Finance Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| M O N | 8 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Master Management Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T U E | 9 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Preservation & Stream Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T H U | 11 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Trail & Safety Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| S A T | 13 | Watershed Assessments in Big Chico Creek The Big Chico Creek Watershed Alliance is in their 5th season of citizen-based water quality monitoring. From 9 am to noon, volunteers meet at the south side of Five Mile Recreation Area Map. New volunteers are welcome to participate. For more information, call Timmarie at 342-6620. |
| T H U | 25 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Tree & Finance Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| M O N | 29 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission meeting in Council Chambers Map starting at 7 pm. See City of Chico for agenda. The public is invited to attend. |
| T H U | 9 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Trail & Safety Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| S A T | 11 | Watershed Assessments in Big Chico Creek The Big Chico Creek Watershed Alliance is in their 5th season of citizen-based water quality monitoring. From 9 am to noon, volunteers meet at the south side of Five Mile Recreation Area Map. New volunteers are welcome to participate. For more information, call Timmarie at 342-6620. |
| M O N | 13 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Master Management Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T U E | 14 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Preservation & Stream Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T H U | 23 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Tree & Finance Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| M O N | 27 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission meeting in Council Chambers Map starting at 7 pm. See City of Chico for agenda. The public is invited to attend. |
| M O N | 10 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Master Management Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| W E D | 12 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Preservation & Stream Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T H U | 13 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Trail & Safety Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T H U | 20 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Tree & Finance Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| M O N | 24 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission meeting in Council Chambers Map starting at 7 pm. See City of Chico for agenda. The public is invited to attend. |
| M O N | 8 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Master Management Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T U E | 9 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Preservation & Stream Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T H U | 11 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Trail & Safety Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| M O N | 15 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission meeting in Council Chambers Map starting at 7 pm. See City of Chico for agenda. The public is invited to attend. |
| T H U | 18 | Bidwell Park and Playground Commission's Tree & Finance Committee Meeting from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Chico Municipal Building. See Agendas & Minutes for details. These are pre-scheduled monthly meetings that may be cancelled if there are no agenda items. |
| T H U | 1 | Annual polar bear swim across Lower Bidwell Park's Sycamore Pool Map starting at 1 pm. This is a no-host event--you just show up at the appropriate time. New Year's Day Upper Bidwell Park Banana Belt Hike to view early spring flowers and the last of the fall flowers. Sponsored by the California Native Plant Society Mt. Lassen Chapter. Meet at 10 am at Parking Area E Map. Bring lunch and water. |
