Music by Joe Craven

For almost 17 years, Joe Craven was the highly respected multi-instrumentalist with the David Grisman Quintet. Joe Craven is a madman with anything that has strings attached; violin, mandolin, tin can, bedpan, cookie tin, tenor guitar, mouth bow, banjo, berimbau, balalaika, boot 'n lace plus a world of percussion instruments including animal bones, squeeze toys, cake pans, waste cans, umbrella stands, martini shakers and...himself. But there's more to Craven than meets the ear. Educator, visual artist, former museum curator, motivational speaker, actor/storyteller and festival emcee, Joe's work is born out of respect and reverence and seeks to honor the creative energy in everyone.

Auctions

As in the past, local businesses will donate dozens of items for the silent and live auction. Donations have included whitewater kayaks, mountain bikes, sports club & gym memberships, massages, ski passes, river rafting equipment and bike gear, equestrian supplies, dinners at local restaurants, local crafts and artwork, Bed & Breakfast accommodations and local wines.

Support Open Space and Trails

The theme for this year's event is "Connecting People to Rivers and Trails." This ongoing community effort includes raising funds for trail construction and other critical land purchases along the American River.

When, Where and How

TrailFest will take place from 5:00 to 10:00pm on Monday, June 9 at Earth Trek's camp in River Park Village, located on Hwy 49 in Lotus at the bridge over the South Fork of the American River.

Tickets are $45 per person. $10 for Ages 12 and under. Advance ticket purchases are advised. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance at the Sierra Nevada House or at the American River Conservancy Nature Center located at 348 Highway 49 in the Marshall Gold Discovery State Park in Coloma. The American River Conservancy is open 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information email trailfest@coloma.com or call (530) 621-1224.

Thank You!

Many thanks to our sponsors, the local Community for hosting this event, and the many volunteers who make TrailFest happen. If you would like to donate or participate, please contact the American River Conservancy at (530) 621-1224.