In the end, opponents of the dump won out, and voters dumped the dump. The foundation finally completed the purchase in June 1996. Then came the canyon's April 1997 dedication as a permanent open-space reserve. Officials with the foundation hope to sponsor more hikes through the canyon. Poerner said one goal for the canyon is to have marked trails with information on some of the vegetation and wildlife, which can include deer, fox, bobcats and waterfowl.
Streams also run through the canyon and ponds dot it.
Poerner said the canyon also could become a popular camping spot for not only the Boy and Girl Scouts, but other organizations. The Farmlands and Open Space Foundation owns and manages upward of 3,500 acres throughout Solano County. This includes the 2,000-acre Rush Ranch, part of Paradise Valley and the Jepson Prairie. For more information on the foundation, its hikes and directions to Lynch Canyon, call 421-1351. County's budget path enjoys few roadblocks Strong economy means no cutbacks in county jobs or services are projected for next fiscal year.