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Author: Nate Seltenrich

Surfing at Salmon Creek. (Conner Jay/The Press Democrat)

Catch a Wave at These Favorite Sonoma County Spots for Water Sports

August 2026

From fly fishing on the river to surfing the Sonoma Coast, here are some favorite local water sports to dive into.

Dogs are welcome at Mutt Lynch Winery in Windsor. (Mutt Lynch Winery)

33 Best Dog-Friendly Wineries in Sonoma County

August 2026August 2026

Get ready for Yappy Hour! These Sonoma County wineries welcome pooches and their wine-loving parents.

California Naturalist Sarah Reid, second from left, shows a class examples while leading a Nature Journaling class on the bluffs above Shell Beach, north of Bodega Bay on Monday, May 4, 2026. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Learn the Art of Nature Journaling With Sarah Reid

August 2026

Nature journaling can serve as a form of outdoor meditation as well as inspiration for environmental stewardship and conservation.

Westerbeke Ranch in Sonoma is both a multigenerational family home and a secluded resort that can host up to 48 overnight guests. (Eileen Roche)

Westerbeke Ranch in Sonoma Doubles as a Family’s Multigenerational Homestead

August 2026

A family homestead for five generations, Sonoma’s Westerbeke Ranch has hosted notable visionaries in its storied evolution from family home to retreat and conference center.

Jack London photographed in 1916, shortly before his death. The most highly paid and most widely read writer of his time, Jack London is still the most widely translated American writer. (AP Photo)

Celebrate Local Author Jack London’s 150th Birthday in the Valley of the Moon

August 2026August 2026

Famed author Jack London's legacy is felt all over, especially in Sonoma Valley. His namesake Glen Ellen park is celebrating his 150th birthday all year long with special events.

Amy Bush rides along the Sound of Music trail in the Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park & Open Space Preserve near Occidental on Thursday, June 11, 2026. (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)

Monte Rio Redwoods Park Expands for Mountain Biking Recreation

August 2026August 2026

A rugged Monte Rio refuge quadrupled in size last year, offering nearly 30 miles of trails lovingly maintained by an all-volunteer local cycling association.

The pool at Francis Ford Coppola Winery in Geyserville. (Francis Ford Coppola Winery)

10 Cool Things To Do in Sonoma County When It’s Too Hot

July 2026July 2026

Pull your head out of the freezer and check out these ways to beat the heat.

Hikers Jeffrey Hallack and Deborah Symes hike back to the trailhead of the recently opened Estero Americano Coastal Preserve Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 in Bodega Bay. (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)

Take a New Path at These Recently Opened Sonoma County Parks

July 2026

Sonoma County is home to hundreds of acres of pristine parkland. Here are three new local parks and preserves to explore.

Lin Khuu, Tim Cahn and Minh Ta descend from Sentinel Point on the Sea to Sky Trail at Jenner Headlands Preserve, Thursday, April 30, 2026. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)

Our Ultimate Guide to Sonoma County’s Great Outdoors

July 2026September 2026

Whether seeking thrills or something more chill, here are the places and experiences that make our outdoors such a great place to be.

The JAD Experience will present a ballet performance at Tara Firma Farms in Petaluma in July. (Sandy Lee)

Petaluma’s Tara Firma Farms To Host Upcoming Ballet Beneath the Stars

July 2026

The JAD Experience will present a world-class ballet, along with a farm-to-table dinner, for six star-studded nights this July in Petaluma.

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