Many Ways to Celebrate Family Health & Fitness Day

Gather your family and friends and celebrate Family Health and Fitness Day on Saturday, June 8! Sacramento County Regional Parks​ is excited to partner with several local organizations, businesses and nonprofits to promote this special day.( )

“The Regional Parks system and our wonderful partners play a key role in providing facilities and programs that positively influence the health of the Sacramento region and contribute to our goal of advancing health equity within Regional Parks,” said Liz Bellas, Director of Regional Parks. “This year, we are hosting several events of our own, including a 5k run at the Cosumnes River Preserve, and partnering with several incredible organizations, like Sac Republic FC!”

​For Family Health and Fitness Day 2024, Regional Parks is pleased to share these programs and “parknership events” for the community to enjoy.( )

American River Parkway 

• American River Raft Rentals Special
  • All participants will receive a 25% off coupon for their next raft rental, and one lucky group wearing their lifejackets will win one free 12-person raft rental.
  • During normal business hours
  • Raft rental rates apply
  • $7 per vehicle entry at American River Parkway entrances
• Turtles at Bushy Lake
  • Join Dr. Michelle Stevens at Bushy Lake to learn about the native Western Pond Turtle and the Bushy Lake Restoration Project Park near Cal Expo Lot P (Corner of Ethan/Hurley) with a short hike to the lake
  • Free Event, Free Parking.( )
• Soil Born Farms – Farm Stand Open
  • Buy farm fresh organic produce and learn about American River Ranch classes and volunteer opportunities.
  • 2140 Chase Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 
  • 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • Free Parking
• Sacramento Valley Conservancy
  • Volunteer Workday at Camp Pollock!
  • 1501 Northgate Blvd, Sacramento, CA 
  • 8 a.m. – noon
  • Free Event, Free Parking
• American River Bike Patrol
  • Join members of the volunteer Bike Patrol at an Information, Hydration and Bike Mechanical Station at William B. Pond Park and take a ride along the trail!.( )
  • $7 per vehicle entry fee at American River Parkway entrances
• Tree Treasure Hunt & Educational Odyssey
  • 75 Trees and 17 species have been selected along the American River Parkway to help you learn and recognize the trees along the multi-use trail as you enjoy riding your bicycle.
  • Free Event
  • $7 per vehicle entry fee at American River Parkway entrances.( )

Dry Creek Parkway 

• Sac Republic FC Soccer Clinics
  • Join Sac Republic FC for soccer clinics at Cherry Island Sports Complex!
  • Free Event, Free Parking
• Sports Games and Relays at Cherry Island Sports Complex
  • The Rio Linda Elverta Rec and Park District
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