Clear Lake State Park is the site of outdoor walks and adventures year-round. Courtesy photo.

CLEAR LAKE STATE PARK – With sunshine predicted for this weekend, it is a perfect time for a morning adventure with nature.

Meet retired park ranger Val Nixon at 8:30 a.m., Saturday, May 1, at the Clear Lake State Park Visitor Center ramp for a guided nature walk in the park.

Through Nixon’s years of work in the state park system, she understands the significance of the natural world and gives those walking with her an even greater understanding of the importance of Lake County natural resources. With her you will view the high lake level that creates an ever-changing shoreline.

Guided walks are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. There is no entrance fee to the park for participating in walks.

With birds singing and flowers blooming, it is time for the visitor center to start its summer schedule.

Beginning this weekend and continuing through August, the visitor center will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Volunteers will be on hand in the visitor center to answer your questions or guide you through the natural history museum.

See many species, such as the black bear, mountain lion and great horned owl that thrive in Lake County.

The gift shop contains a variety of nature-related merchandise for sale and is staffed by volunteers. The varied inventory changes frequently. All proceeds from sales are used to upgrade the park and educational facilities within the park.

Visit Clear Lake State Park Interpretation Association at www.clearlakestatepark.org for additional information and photos of Clear Lake State Park.

Clear Lake State Park is located at 5300 Soda Bay Road, Kelseyville.