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TOUR #3524- Sustainable Vines, Wines and Wildlife – November 3, 2024

DESCRIPTION: The LangeTwins family, winner of the Leopold Conservation Award, is all about sustainability. This includes stewardship of the Mokelumne River and adjoining lowlands, their vineyards, and their state- of-the-art winery. Join a local naturalist and, Kendra Lange Altnow, on a rare walking tour of their wildlife habitat areas and adjoining vineyards, where you will see a variety of bird species and possibly even some local mammals. The tour will culminate in a visit to the family winery where adults can peruse the many fine vintages that have been personally nurtured by the family from the soil to the bottle. Wine tasting is on your own at the conclusion of the tour. Bring a picnic and sit, surrounded by water features in the outdoor patio by the tasting room. Dress in layers and bring your “dirt” shoes and binoculars! For further information go to www.langetwins.com.

TIME: TIME; 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

NOTE: DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS ON SATURDAY There may be a bicycle race taking place in the area with road closures. Give yourself enough time to allow for these possible delays.

 DIRECTIONS TO THE TOUR: : The LangeTwins Winery is located at the corner of Lower Sacramento Road and Jahant Road. From Hutchins Street Square, travel West on Oak Street, turn right on Ham, turn left on Turner Road, and then right on Lower Sacramento Road and travel 4 miles to the winery. Turn left on Jahant Road and drive 2 miles to the end of the road. Meet your guides outside the gate

LANDS PASS: No Lands Pass is required for this tour

 OTHER TOURS THAT MAY BE OF INTEREST: You may be interested in knowing that other Sandhill Crane tours are available during the fall and winter. For more information about California Department of Fish and Wildlife tours during the season go to this CDFW website. For information about Sandhill Crane tours through the Cosumnes River Preserve, click here.

TICKETS:
Adult: $30.00

Book this tour beginning September 3, 2024

REGISTER ONLINE: September 3 – October 26, 2024

NOTE: Tour guides will receive a list of customers who have registered by October 27, 2024.

LATE REGISTRATION: Customers who register online after October 26 must present a hard copy or phone displaythe email receipt to their tour guide at the time of the tour.

REGISTRATION AT THE FESTIVAL: Unsold tickets will be available during the festival and can be purchased on this website.

This map can be used to search for the best route to your tour from your current location. Drive time from Hutchins Street Square in Lodi, California to this tour is approximately 20 minutes.

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

 

DIRECTIONS: The LangeTwins Winery is located at the corner of Lower Sacramento Road and Jahant Road. From Hutchins Street Square, travel West on Oak Street, turn right on Ham, turn left on Turner Road, and then right on Lower Sacramento Road and travel 4 miles to the winery. Turn left on Jahant Road and drive 2 miles to the end of the road. Meet your guides outside the entrance to the vineyard office. Be prepared to walk several miles on uneven ground and stand for over an hour. The gate may be closed when you arrive at 9:50 a.m. Your guide will be there shortly.

QUESTIONS REGARDING REGISTRATION: Contact the Registration Coordinator at tours@lodisandhillcrane.org or leave a message at (800) 581-6150. Notify the Registration Coordinator in advance if special accommodations are needed. Expect a response from the Coordinator within the week.

TOURS TAKE PLACE RAIN OR SHINE.

NOTE: DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS SATURDAY NIGHT 

Cancellation Policy: Full refunds (minus a 3% processing fee) are available prior to a tour upon the customer’s request at tours@lodisandhillcrane.org. A full refund is automatically issued for any events cancelled by the festival organizers.

This map can be used to search for the best route to the LangeTwins Winery from your current location. Drive time from Hutchins Street Square in Lodi is approximately 15 minutes. Proceed past the winery to the gate at the end of Jahant road.

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Kendra Altnow

Meet your guides at 9:50 a.m. in front of the main gate to the LangeTwins vineyards.

It is best to dress in layers.  The areaa can be very cool in the morning and evening, but quite warm in the afternoon.

There is no food or water available on this tour, so participants are encouraged to bring a snack and a bottle of water if they like.

No, this tour does not require a Lands Pass.

Binoculars and a spotting scope may be brought on this tour but should be light enough to carry several miles.

You should definitely bring your camera.

A restroom may not be available at this site.

This tour requires the ability to walk over uneven terrain and stand for at least an hour. Participants will walk one or more miles.

This tour is not handicap or wheelchair accessible.

In general, it is not acceptable to bring dogs to the festival or on tours because they may interfere with other participants for disturb wildlife. Service animals must be handled so as not to disturb other people or wildlife.

There are many insects, including mosquitoes in the area, so long sleeve shirts and long pants are recommended. Insect repellent is recommended.

No, Wine tasting is on your own and available at the regular price.

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