Delta Regional Group: "Highlights of Costa Rica"

Tuesday, April 8, 7:15 pm, Antioch Library, 501 West 18th Street, Antioch.

Costa Rica, between Nicaragua and Panama in tropical Central America, has a natural landscape of hot humid coastal plains on both the Pacific and Caribbean, rising steeply to central highlands, and volcanic peaks towering over 12,000 feet elevation. With such rich biodiversity, 39% of the country's landmass has been set aside for national parks and ecological preserves. Tonight's program features Delta Group member Tish Brown with a PowerPoint presentation of the highlights of her trip to Costa Rica. Enjoy photos of flora and fauna near an ecolodge in the rainforest on the Oso Peninsula, the Arenal Volcano, the mysterious Monte Verde Cloud Forest (home of the magnificent quetzal bird!) and the abundant wildlife in the Manuel Antonio National Park. Please bring your friends and neighbors and join us for an armchair trip exploring the treasures of Costa Rica's beautiful natural habitats.

Before the program, we'll briefly discuss local environmental issues, and informaton about upcoming activities and events will be available.

Group program meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday or Wednesday in January, March, May, September, and November. A newsletter listing Delta Group programs, outings and activities is available by sending a check for $5 payable to "Sierra Club, Delta Group" to:

Tish Brown
51 Danridge Court
Antioch, CA 94509.

For information about Delta Group activities, call Janess Hanson at (925)458-0860. For information about Delta area environmental concerns, call Tim Donahue at (925)754-8801.

Upcoming hikes and activities

For details, see the "Events and Activities" calendar

Sun., March 30, Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, Antioch, 1A wildflower walk.

Sat., April 5, Earth Day work party, Contra Loma Regional Park, Antioch.

Sat., April 12, Round Valley Regional Preserve, Brentwood, 1A hike.

Sat., April 19, John Muir Earth Day/birthday celebration, John Muir National Historic Site, Martinez. Come celebrate the birthday and legacy of the Sierra Club's founder and first president, John Muir. This year's theme is "Healthy Planet, Healthy You", to encourage healthier living and reduction of environmental degradation. Free admission to the historic Muir home and orchards, open 10 am to 4 pm, with conservation exhibits, music, and entertainment throughout the day. Outdoor adventures include nature walks, a fun run, a bike ride, and a kayak regatta. Take I-80 or Highway 24/680 to Highway 4, Martinez, Alhambra Avenue exit. Historic Site is at 4202 Alhambra Avenue, just north of Highway 4. This event is sponsored by the Historic Site and not by the Sierra Club, but the Delta Group will have a Sierra Club information table there. To volunteer to help staff the table, or for more information, please contact Janess Hanson, (925)458-0860.

Sun., April 20, John Muir National Historic Site, Martinez, Mount Wanda 1A wildflower walk.

Sun., April 27, Mount Diablo State Park, Clayton, Donner/Back Canyon, 1A wildflower hike.