Fort Ross Fourth of July Pilgrimage 2021

Since 1925, we go on pilgrimage to Fort Ross on the observed Independence Day Holiday. His Eminence will lead us in a Divine Liturgy at the Fort Ross chapel on Monday, July 5, at 10:30 am. Pack a picnic to enjoy after the Divine Liturgy. Fort Ross, one of the main tourist attractions between Bodega Bay and Fort Bragg, is a California State Historic Park showcasing a historic Russian-era fort compound. Located eleven miles north of Jenner on California Highway One, one of the most scenic coastal routes in the world, this pilgrimage makes for a very pleasant day trip and a beautiful way to honor St. Innocent, our forefathers in the faith, and the first Orthodox divine services in our part of God’s creation.

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Additional Details for Pilgrims:

– Fort Ross is about a 2 hour drive from Holy Trinity Cathedral in San Francisco, or a 1 hour 20 minute drive from St Seraphim Cathedral in Santa Rosa, traffic permitting.

– There is lodging in the town of Jenner, though services and availability are limited. Lodging should be plentiful in Santa Rosa and San Francisco.

– The gates to the Fort will open to pilgrims at 8:30 AM on Monday.

– Following the 10:30 AM Liturgy, we will process to the cemetery and sing the memorial service for the departed.

– Afterwards, pilgrims will gather for fellowship — no food will be provided, so please bring your own lunch and beverages.

– Clergy are to bring green vestments.

– Bringing a hat, sunscreen, and bottled water is highly recommended.

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A Brief History of Fort Ross:
https://www.dowoca.org/2012/08/08/a-brief-history-of-fort-ross/

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Photographs from most recent Pilgrimage:
https://holy-trinity.org/community/2019-0704-fortross/nggallery/thumbnails

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Reflection on a Pilgrimage:
https://www.dowoca.org/2016/07/06/reflection-fort-ross-pilgrimage/