This interview holds a few special places in my heart. “Why?” you may ask. Well... I’m glad you asked! First, I’m a youth enthusiast. Whenever I have the opportunity to do leadership work with our youth, I feel charged up. I am inspired to be more courageous after having spent time with them. I love the raw energy they bring into the room. I respect their desire to become a better version of themselves. I admire their unfiltered belief that they can change the world, one comm

Thinking back to your childhood, chances are you probably grew up roaming the neighborhood with strict instructions from your mom not to come back until dinnertime. Like many other children, I spent endless afternoons with neighborhood kids creating simple games, playing at the park, or soaring from a homemade rope swing attached to an old oak tree. Although it seemed like a mindless way to pass the time, little did I realize how much I was learning while playing. It wasn't a

Air – 4th in the series on the American Canyon Wetlands Air – Earth’s ether. The medium that eludes sight, as it tickles touch. First on the list of the things we can’t live without. As we have explored in this series, the Wetlands is a place of water and it's a place of land, but it is hugely a place of Air. Of the three, Air is the layer least owned by humans and most by birds. Air, is the space for wings. I have always been fascinated by things that fly, from fireflies to

An Evening at the Ruins was unlike anything American Canyon has ever seen. The energy was electric, the setting sun a gorgeous backdrop to a stunning venue that created a truly magical night where we raised $64,000 to support programs, parks and play in American Canyon! We are overwhelmed by the generosity and support shown by our members, our community, and open space enthusiasts at the ACCPF's inaugural fundraising dinner. The excitement level was high as friends and neighb

On September 10, 2016, the American Canyon Community Parks Foundation will host its inaugural fundraising dinner, An Evening at the Ruins. The event will be held on the site of one of American Canyon’s most picturesque and historical locations. This exciting event will feature entertainment, in addition to live and silent auctions. The proceeds from the event will benefit parks, programs and play in our community. An Evening at the Ruins promises to be the premier event in Am

Close your eyes and picture yourself having fun outdoors. What are you doing? Hiking? Playing a sport? Listening to your child giggle as she goes down the slide? No matter what your interests are, American Canyon has the park for you! Here's a list of 25 fun things to do in American Canyon's outdoor spaces. What will you do this weekend? 1. TAKE A HIKE Newell Open Space Preserve offers some of the best hiking trails in American Canyon. It's conveniently located at the corner

American Canyon's landscape offers many beautiful outdoor spaces to photograph. Sunsets over the wetlands are spectacular. The old basalt and cement ruins are both beautiful and unique (note: the ruins are not open to the public, however they can be accessed via organized tours). Newell Open Space offers up gorgeous trails and breathtaking views all the way to San Pablo Bay. We even have our very own picture-perfect vineyards. We are, after all, part of the Napa Valley. But,

It's wild blackberry season in American Canyon, and they're ripe for the picking! Blackberry bushes have been spotted at Newell Open Space (near the picnic area) and Shenandoah Park (near the creek). But, you may have spotted a great blackberry picking spot in one of our other parks, too. We won't tell... Wild blackberries grow along sunny roadways, up fences, and in meadows throughout North America. They're easy to identify just like the blackberries you'd find at the grocer