Spring’s sweet arrival calls us to spend more time outside. Here are some Sonoma products to help you enjoy the changing weather and take to the trail for some exhilarating exercise and wildflower gazing. Click through the gallery above for details.
On The Trail Again: Sonoma Finds for Picnics and Hikes
Hike and picnic among wildflowers - we've got boots, blankets, wine backpacks and other essentials to make your experience extra special.
Spring’s sweet arrival calls us to spend more time outside. Here are some Sonoma products to help you enjoy the changing weather and take to the trail for some exhilarating exercise and wildflower gazing. Click through the gallery for details.
Steady Stepping: This ankle-high boot by Merrell gives you stability on your hike. It's ventilated and waterproof with slip-resistant outsoles. $150, Santa Rosa Shoes, 2255 Cleveland Avenue, Santa Rosa, (707) 546-1083, salessantarosashoes.net
Walking and Wooly: Carry along a blanket for cozy cushioning or extra warmth at your picnic or Instagramming spot. This Pendleton blanket is made from pure virgin wool and woven in American mills. $99.50, Eralid’s Shoes, 475 1st St. W., Sonoma, 707-996- 2013
Trailside Tasting: Don't get caught on an easy trail with a breathtaking view without wine to sip. Bring along a bottle and some snacks, and savor the new vantage point. This backpack, with compartments for bottles and a cheeseboard and knife, is perfectly designed for such a pleasant undertaking. $49.50, Sign of the Bear Kitchenware, 435 1st St. W., Sonoma, 707-996-3722
Nature Walk: March’s wildflower show is something to behold in the Bay Area. Hike up Sonoma’s trails with a naturalist’s knowledge in your daypack. Wildflowers of California’s North Coast Range by Sonoma County resident Reny Parker is organized by flower color to help you identify some of the hundreds of species gracing the hills with their fleeting beauty. Each flower is pictured with best places and time-of-year to view listed. $24.95, renyswildflowers.com