Molly (my Newfoundland) and I took a walk over to Bodega Bay's Spud Point Marina today....and saw this duo! She sees / hears them all the time as they swim by the house and poke their heads up for a look....but this is the first time she's seen them out of the water and she wasn't quite sure what to make of them!

On the evening of the Twelfth Night, or the Day of the Epiphany, the last rite in the Old Christmas celebration took place -- the burning of the Christmas greens. This celebration commenorated the visit of the Magi to adore Jesus. Join in this tradition, when local Christmas trees will be burned in a huge bonfire.

Bodega Harboour Yacht Club is holding it's annual Burning of the Greens on Friday January 6, 2006 at the Bodega Harbour Yacht Club...bagpiper is at 5:30, cocktails and appetizers at 5:30, and the burning ceremony will be held at 6:30 pm. You can call 707-875-3519 to make a reservation, cost is $8.

The lighted boat parade in Petaluma drew a crowd of 2,000 this year, and there are many boats lit up at night in the Spud Point Marina in Bodega Bay as well....the holiday spirit is all around!

Bodega Head is just a few minutes from At the Bay's Edge, and features both dramatic views and several hiking trails.

There are no entrance or park fees, the 3.0 mile partial loop hike is easy. There is only one short easy uphill stretch, and the rest of the hike is nearly flat. You can split this hike into two, shorter ones -- a 1.1 mile out and back to the overlook, or a 1.8 mile loop through the headlands. And the view is spectacular no matter what route you take!