Produced by our friends at Sonoma Land Trust and Sonoma Water, The Russian River and Its Watershed makes a wonderful gift for the river-lovers in your life. Only 220 books are available for purchase of this limited printing. Part of the proceeds will support the Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation.
The 110-mile Russian River flows like a ribbon of silver through the valleys of Mendocino and Sonoma counties, providing drinking water, a home for fish and other riparian critters, and irrigation for thousands of acres of grapes and other crops. But only people who live on its banks or who regularly spend time on its waters can attest to the changing beauty of the Russian River.
The 41 full-color paintings by Richard McDaniel that comprise the heart of The Russian River and Its Watershed portray a river of many colors, moods and seasons.
The voices of local essayists, including author and tribal leader Greg Sarris and historian Gaye LeBaron, add their own color to the book. From a sighting of a single osprey to a real-life fish story to a life-changing canoe trip, the stories told by the authors are as varied as the river itself.
The 41 full-color paintings by Richard McDaniel that comprise the heart of The Russian River and Its Watershed portray a river of many colors, moods and seasons.
The voices of local essayists, including author and tribal leader Greg Sarris and historian Gaye LeBaron, add their own color to the book. From a sighting of a single osprey to a real-life fish story to a life-changing canoe trip, the stories told by the authors are as varied as the river itself.
Book price is $50, plus $4.50 tax and $5.50 shipping.
PLEASE NOTE: Books ordered on December 11 or later will be mailed within three business days using the media postage rate. Average delivery time is 2-10 days. We cannot guarantee they will arrive in time for holiday gifts.
Mail orders preferred, but if you would like to pick up your book at Sonoma Water’s office located north of Santa Rosa, please email ann.dubay@scwa.ca.gov to arrange a mutually convenient time.
PLEASE NOTE: Books ordered on December 11 or later will be mailed within three business days using the media postage rate. Average delivery time is 2-10 days. We cannot guarantee they will arrive in time for holiday gifts.
Mail orders preferred, but if you would like to pick up your book at Sonoma Water’s office located north of Santa Rosa, please email ann.dubay@scwa.ca.gov to arrange a mutually convenient time.
Thank you for your interest in The Russian River and Its Watershed.
We are currently sold out.
However, due to the overwhelming interest in the book, there may be a second printing.
Please email ann.dubay@scwa.ca.gov if you would like to be placed on the waiting list.
Preview the art in The Russian River and Its Watershed...
Would you love to hang one of these beautiful paintings in your home? Go to Richard McDaniel’s website to view all 41 paintings, and for more information.
