Friends of Boggs Mountain

Who We Are

Friends of Boggs Mountain (FOBM) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization formed to enhance the visitor’s experience in the forest through educational, interpretive, and recreational programs, help in development of facilities, and assist with maintenance and infrastructure improvements at Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest (BMDSF). The organization cooperates with BMDSF management and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) to meet those objectives.

With BMDSF oversight and approval, we are organizing work crews to help rebuild Boggs trails. Please support our efforts with a donation and/or join as a member to help us revitalize the forest for all visitors! Thank you in advance.

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October 21, 2023October 21, 2023

Free Map & Compass Class

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August 14, 2023August 14, 2023

BOGGS MOUNTAIN DEMONSTRATION STATE FOREST HIKE

Sunday, August 27, 8:30 a.m. Do you want to enjoy some fresh air, see what’s happening in Bogg’s Mountain Demonstration State Forest, and get some exercise at the same time???? Come join us for an easy to moderate, 2-mile hike, in the Forest on Sunday, August 27. We will meet in the Parking Lot adjacent …

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August 14, 2023August 14, 2023

Message from Calfire

“Smokey Bear turned 79 on August 9th, 2023 Did you know that bears have been known to have the best sense of smell than any other animal? They are thought to have 2,100 times better smell than humans, compared to a dog’s sense of smell being 100 times better than a human. Black Bears, like …

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1 month ago

BMDSF is going into winter mode! Please note the winter changes effective today, November 1, 2023. "CAL FIRE encourages forest visitors to plan ahead before arriving to the forest and avoidrecreating during inclement weather conditions. Call the Boggs Mountain Demonstration StateForest office at 707-928-4378 or visit us online at www.fire.ca.gov for more information." ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Friends of Boggs Mountain is sponsoring a free map and compass class on Saturday November 4 at 10:00 am at The Little Red School House in Cobb. The address is 15780 Bottle Rock Rd., Cobb. During this class, our instructor will help you understand a topographic map, proper use of your compass, and how to use the two together. You'll learn about magnetic north, true north, and map symbology. After covering these fundamentals, you'll get time to practice orienting a map in proper north direction and understanding contour lines. This engaging class is a great introduction to outdoor navigation and map reading on Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest!Please RSVP to [email protected] by Wednesday, November 1 and arrive 5 - 10 minutes prior to the start time listed. To get the best instruction, bring your own compass as supplies are limited. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. ... See MoreSee Less

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4 months ago

BOGGS MOUNTAIN STATE FOREST HIKESunday, August 27, 8:30 a.m. Do you want to enjoy some fresh air, see what’s happening in Bogg’s Mountain State Forest, and get some exercise at the same time???? Come join us for an easy to moderate, 2-mile hike, in Boggs Mountain State Forest on Sunday, August 27. We will meet in the Parking Lot adjacent to the Helicopter Station at 8:30 am. We will then carpool to Camp Calso which is the starting point for our hike. We will be hiking both High Chair ad Berry’s Trails where we will be treated to views of the abundant new growth flourishing as a result of the extensive plantings after the 2015 Vqlley Fire devastated much of the Forest. We will also view areas that did not receive replanting to note the comparison. In addition, we can marvel at the views of adjacent mountains and peer down Seigler Canyon to areas adjacent to Clear Lake..The trip will be led by Friends of Boggs Board Members Peg Landini and Darlene Hecomovich. Do come join us! Hope to see you Sunday in the Parking Lot at 8:30 amRegister by emailing us at [email protected] or drop by our booth at the Blackberry Cobbler Festival on Saturday August 26. ... See MoreSee Less

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Trail Map – Revised August 2023

Click https://boggsmountain.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/36-x-24-Poster-2023.08.17.pdf-1.pdf for the full PDF

NOTE: Due to Covid19 restrictions trail building was temporarily halted. However trail construction began again this spring! So check our website and Facebook page for updates on future trail days.

In addition, while hunting (with permit) is allowed, since the Valley Fire of Sept. 2015, target shooting has been and continues to be prohibited until further notice.