Community Corner
Shell Ridge Open Space: 2nd Saturday Spotlight
This free program will explore Walnut Creek's legacy of preserving the surrounding hills. Lace up your hiking shoes for this event!

WALNUT CREEK, CA — Are you ready to explore the beautiful trails and wildlife in Shell Ridge? The Walnut Creek Open Space Foundation in Shell Ridge will be the focus of this month's free 2nd Saturday Spotlight.
According to the online information page, "It has been more than 35 years since Walnut Creek residents voted to protect the open space hills and to tax themselves to fund the purchase of these lands. Come join us on Saturday, April 13, as the 2nd Saturday Spotlight celebrates the legacy of our open space. Explore the work of the Walnut Creek Open Space Foundation in Shell Ridge, and learn about the history of the community-focused open space work, as well as the Lakewood neighborhood that 'led the charge.'"
It will take place from 9 to 11:45 a.m. It is absolutely free, but register in advance online. You'll get details on where to meet. Wear comfortable walking shoes!
Find out what's happening in Walnut Creekfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Also See:
- San Francisco Hospital Among Best In World, New Analysis Says
- 10 Calif. Restaurants Earn AAA 5-Diamond Rating 2019
- List Of All ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’ Restaurants In Northern California
- Sunset Over Wildflower Rimmed Creek: Photo Of The Day
- High School Senior Wins $40K College Scholarship
- 2019 California Distinguished Schools: Full List
Find out what's happening in Walnut Creekfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.