Jack London State Historic Park

<a href="https://jacklondonpark.com/events/call-of-the-wild-festival-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Call of the Wild Festival</a>, a fun-filled community celebration presented by Jack London Park Partners, returns to Jack London State Historic Park on Sunday, May 17, 2026. This lively event invites local families, visitors, and community partners to enjoy a memorable day of live music, delicious food, guided hikes and tours, children’s art activities, craft demonstrations, and tractor-pulled hayrides. 
This is the fifth annual Call of the Wild community event at the park.It’s also part of a yearlong celebration of Jack London’s 150th birthday (born January 12, 1876).Complimentary birthday treats
will be served at the Birthday Booth at 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Park admission (normally $10 per vehicle for up to nine passengers) will be free that day. 
A free Family and Friends Hike, (normally $10 per person) will be offered at 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 
The guided hike will pass through the canopy of redwoods and mixed evergreens on the way to London Lake, with an option to continue to the majestic Ancient Redwood, estimated to be between 1,800-2,000 years old. This is a moderate hike of approximately 3.5 miles round trip with some elevation gain. Participants should wear sturdy shoes, bring plenty of water, and snacks, and dress in layers. Dogs are not allowed on backcountry trails.
Reservations for the Family and Friends Hike are required and can be made at <a href="https://jacklondonpark.com/events/family-hike-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://jacklondonpark.com/events/family-hike-2026/</a>. 
A full day of family-friendly activities, plus tasty foods and drinks are planned: 
11 a.m. and 1 p.m.Guided tours to the Wolf House
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.Jack London Treasure Map art project with <a href="https://www.artescapesonoma.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ArtEscape</a>
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.Face painting with <a href="https://www.artescapesonoma.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ArtEscape</a>
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.Country musician <a href="https://d.docs.live.net/1c144a4467dba512/Documents/Laurie's%20Documents/Jack%20London%20SHP/Tommy%20Thomsen" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tommy Thomsen</a> will perform live in the Winery ruins, courtesy of <a href="https://musicinplace.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Music in Place</a>.
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.Beauty Ranch Bingo &amp; The Adventure Quest Passport
Pick up a Beauty Ranch Bingo card or an Adventure Quest Passport and let it guide you through Jack London’s inspiring history, agriculture, and innovation. Complete a card or passport quest to receive a prize.
11 a.m.-3 p.m.Blacksmith demonstration in front of the Distillery building.
11 a.m.-3 p.m.Tractor-pulled hayrides around the Beauty Ranch.
11 a.m.-3 p.m.Additional kid-friendly games and crafts in the Winery Ruins. 
11 a.m.-3 p.m.<a href="https://tritiptrolley.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tri Tip Trolley</a> will serve savory favorites and comfort food classics
11 a.m.-3 p.m.<a href="https://www.kona-ice.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Kona Ice</a>.Cool off with a refreshing cup of tropical shaved ice in the spirit of Jack London’s adventures in the South Seas. 
11 a.m.-3 p.m.Treat yourself to a crisp, natural cider with <a href="https://www.tiltedshed.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tilted Shed Ciderworks</a>.
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Storytelling in the House of Happy Walls Museum.Brandon Spars will share stories from “Tales of the Fish Patrol,” inspired by Jack London’s experiences as a teenager on the San Francisco Bay in the early 1890s.
Spars is an educator, author, and accomplished storyteller who weaves together ancient history and narrative, with four published books, a TEDx talk, and performances at renowned storytelling festivals, including the National Storytelling Festival.
1 p.m. Guided tour of Jack London’s Beauty Ranch
The Call of the Wild Festival is supported by the City of Sonoma with funding from the City’s Recreation and Community Services Program.

Local Event: Fifth Annual Call of the Wild Festival

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Fifth Annual Call of the Wild Festival

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¡Acompáñenos en una aventura inolvidable hacia el punto más alto del parque! Esta caminata guiada nos llevará a través de paisajes impresionantes, desde bosques sombreados por secuoyas hasta senderos rodeados de robles, culminando en la cima de la Montaña Sonoma.
Es una oportunidad perfecta para conectar con la naturaleza, aprender sobre la flora y fauna local, y disfrutar de las vistas más espectaculares del valle.
Join us on an unforgettable adventure to the highest point of the park! This hike guided in Spanish will take us through stunning landscapes, from forests shaded by sequoias to trails surrounded by oaks, culminating at the summit of Sonoma Mountain. 
It's a perfect opportunity to connect with nature, learn about the local flora and fauna, and enjoy the most spectacular views of the valley.

Local Event: Hasta la Cima en Jack London State Historic Park

Hasta la Cima en Jack London State Historic Park

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Discover and master the potential of your iPhone camera with professional photographers Susan and Neil Silverman of <a href="https://silvermansphotography.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">silvermansphotography.com</a>. 
The first half of the workshop (held inside the House of Happy Walls Museum) will cover settings, filters, exposure, focus, shutter speeds, panoramas, macro, close ups, and portraits, with an emphasis on the creative and artistic side of photography. The morning venue is reached by a narrow staircase to the second floor. Call 707-938-5216 with questions about access.
The group will then move outdoors to put into practical use the things we have just talked about. Bring your lunch for a quick picnic. 
Participants will leave with some potential great images, confidence, and expanded knowledge in using the iPhone camera to capture images that are real “keepers.”
All levels of photography experience are welcome, as are both iPhones and Androids (iPhones will be used for demonstrations).

Local Event: Creative Photography Workshop at Jack London State Historic Park

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Join us for an exciting evening as we explore the world of one of our most fascinating and elusive neighbors, the mountain lion. Discover how trail cameras are helping researchers track and study local mountain lion populations, providing key insights into their behavior and movement.
As part of <a href="https://castateparksweek.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">California State Parks Week</a>, <a href="https://castateparksweek.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://castateparksweek.org/</a>, take an educational evening hike (~3 miles roundtrip) with stops along the way to learn about the four-legged residents that call the park home. You will get an inside look at how researchers track mountain lions, study their behavior, and gather data using trail cameras, GPS collars, and DNA samples.
The information collected through the Living with Lions project, led by All Hands Ecology, <a href="https://www.allhandsecology.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.allhandsecology.org/</a>, in partnership with True Wild Conservation, <a href="https://www.truewild.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.truewild.org/</a>, is shared with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, scientific journals, local media, and presented through engaging community presentations.
This program offers a rare chance to understand the vital role mountain lions play in maintaining a healthy ecosystem, the science behind the trail camera project, and how our local community can help protect these incredible animals. Do not miss this opportunity to get up close with the research and meet the people making it possible.
Guide Kate Remsen has been working with All Hands Ecology’s Living with Lions project as the Trail Camera Project Manager for 5 years. Her job includes community outreach, engagement, and mountain lion research by placing and servicing trail cameras on private properties in the Sonoma and Napa Valleys. Kate has a background in Film and Television Production and in 2019, partnered with UC Davis’ Wildlife Health Center, produced <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.camountainlions.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccpegg%40jacklondonpark.com%7Ca981c20073b145ce255c08de7ed13bc0%7Cb963a8b296a34eca9c6b4367a75b9608%7C1%7C0%7C639087634292070587%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=NDJKMtHlFzaAuzn44Xif0oN1GcqGiVVI%2BtyejyzBLks%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">California Mountain Lions</a>, a 9-chapter docu-series on mountain lions in California. The series is being used for educational purposes by organizations such as the Mountain Lion Foundation, the National Wildlife Federation, the Institute for Wildlife Studies, and many more, helping to shed light on the conflicts mountain lions face in California.
<a href="https://castateparksweek.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">California State Parks Week </a>is presented jointly by <a href="https://www.parks.ca.gov/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">California State Parks</a>, <a href="https://www.savetheredwoods.org/what-we-do/our-work/partner/parks/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Save the Redwoods League</a>, <a href="https://parkscalifornia.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Parks California</a>, and <a href="https://www.calparks.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">California State Parks Foundation</a>.

Local Event: The Secret Lives of Mountain Lions

The Secret Lives of Mountain Lions

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Celebrate the shared 150th anniversary of two extraordinary figures in early California history; Jack London and his friend Tilden Daken (1876-1935), one of the most adventurous painters in the American West. 
 
Join author Bonnie Portnoy on June 14, 2026 from noon to 3:00 p.m. for a special book signing on the 150th birthday of Tilden Daken, her grandfather, at Jack London State Historic Park in the historic House of Happy Walls.
Born in 1876—the same year as Jack London—Daken shared a spirit of adventure that carried the two men across the American West, including early days riding the rails together. Following the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, Daken settled in Glen Ellen, where his life and artistic career became deeply intertwined with the Sonoma Valley landscape—and with London’s enduring legacy.
“The Man Beneath the Paint” presents an intimate portrait of Tilden Daken as both artist and adventurer and features more than 250 illustrations of his California paintings. The book also offers vivid, little-known stories of his friendship with London in Sonoma County. It includes a foreword by Matt Leffert, Executive Director of Jack London Park Partners, and a testimonial by Armando Quintero, Director of California State Parks.
All proceeds from book sales at this event (100%) will be donated to Jack London State Historic Park, supporting the preservation of this historic site.

Local Event: Book Signing: “The Man Beneath the Paint: California Impressionist Tilden Daken” by Bonnie Portnoy

Book Signing: “The Man Beneath the Paint:...

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Spend a day immersed in plein air watercolor landscape painting while taking in the sweeping vistas of <a href="https://jacklondonpark.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jack London State Historic Park</a>. Participants will explore both watercolor technique and the core principles of landscape painting, including composition, color temperature, and atmospheric perspective. Learn to create movement and depth in your painting, and gain a new appreciation for the beauty of your surroundings through the process of close observation and careful rendering.
We’ll start the class with quick thumbnail sketches, then select one composition to focus on throughout the day. Through demonstration and individual instruction, you’ll learn color mixing and watercolor technique while building your painting step by step.
Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy while taking a break, and a lightweight folding chair if you have one. Otherwise seating is at picnic tables and park benches or on the ground. All other materials are provided.
After the workshop, you’re invited to continue exploring the park—take a hike, visit the museum, or stroll to the evocative ruins of the Wolf House.
All levels of experience are welcome!
Note: $10 per vehicle entry fee to the park is NOT included in class fee.
For pricing information or to register for this class click on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://sonomacommunitycenter.org/programs/plein-air-watercolor-landscapes-a-day-at-jack-london-park/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://sonomacommunitycenter.org/programs/plein-air-watercolor-landscapes-a-day-at-jack-london-park/</a>

Local Event: Plein Air Watercolor Landscapes: A Day at Jack London Park

Plein Air Watercolor Landscapes: A Day at Jack...

Spend a day immersed in plein air watercolor landscape painting while taking in the sweeping vistas of Jack London State...

Plein Air Watercolor Landscapes: A Day at Jack London Park

Celebrate Jack London’s 150th birthday with an evening inspired by his bold spirit, big ideas, and enduring love of this land. 
Join friends for a jubilant night of food, wine, music, and joy at the Park where legacy meets celebration and the story continues to unfold. We’ll toast to Jack’s extraordinary life, reflect on the dream he left behind, and dance into what comes next.
It’s a birthday. It’s a milestone. It’s a bold wish.
<ul>
 <li>When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 5:00-9:00</li>
 <li>Where: Jack London State Historic Park – Eucalyptus Grove and Winery Ruins</li>
 <li>What to expect: Delicious appetizers and dinner catered by Park Avenue, amazing wine from Lasseter Family Winery, beautiful views, live music, and a great time!</li>
</ul>
All proceeds benefit Jack London Park Partners, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Local Event: Jack London Park Partners Gala - Jack's 15th: A Big Wish

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Local Event: Got Paper? Shredding Party

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