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Join us for our upcoming Saturday Science workshop where we’ll excite, engage, and delight your children in the… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 1, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Old St Hilary’s Broom Busters Old St Hilary’s Broom Busters December 1, 2012 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Join us and our award-winning volunteer group The Broom Busters of Old St Hilary’s to restore the creek and rare serpentine grasslands on this truly unique preserve. We’ll pull invasive… Pier 94 habitat restoration Pier 94 habitat restoration December 1, 2012 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Join Golden Gate Audubon to help a restored wetland in San Francisco Bay. Activities at Pier 94 include invasive plant removal, trash pickup and planting. See native plants, and a variety of shorebirds… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 1, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Bouverie Preserve Fall Guided Nature Walks Explore the Beauty and Natural History of 535-Acre Nature Preserve Bouverie Preserve Fall Guided Nature Walks Explore the Beauty and Natural History of 535-Acre Nature Preserve December 1, 2012 9:30 am – 1:30 pm Half-day Fall Guided Nature Walks at Bouverie Preserve explore the 535-acre, private, non-profit, nature preserve. Participants are divided into small groups and paired with a trained Bouverie volunteer to explore… No-Pick Mushroom Walk at Redwood Regional Park No-Pick Mushroom Walk at Redwood Regional Park December 1, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm In honor of our Octoober 2012 “Planet Fungi” cover story, join us as we search for mushrooms at Oakland’s Redwood Regional Park with the Bay Area Mycological Society’s Debbie Viess… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 1, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… Birding for Everyone! Birding for Everyone! December 1, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Renowned San Francisco birder Alan Hopkins will lead a hike through the exciting microhabitats of the SF Botanical Garden and spot a variety of local and migratory birds. If you… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 1, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 1, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Breathing for Longevity, Love, and Livelihood Breathing for Longevity, Love, and Livelihood December 1, 2012 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Give yourself the gift of fresh air and relaxation this holiday season! Join us for a delightful morning exploring breathing skills and the science of breath. Discover timeless breathing tools… 12/1 Limantour Beach Hike with Judy Hall 12/1 Limantour Beach Hike with Judy Hall December 1, 2012 10:30 am – 5:30 pm Hike to beautiful Limantour Beach in Pt. Reyes using the newly reconfigured Muddy Hollow Trail. We’ll lunch on the beach, walk along the beach for a few miles and return… Take Art for a Walk – Exhibit Opening of Rick Boreliz Take Art for a Walk – Exhibit Opening of Rick Boreliz December 1, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm An avid hiker of Bay Area trails, Rick realized that fellow hikers might prefer artistic walking sticks that reflect the natural beauty of the flora and fauna around them, as… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 1, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… California is a Thirsty State California is a Thirsty State December 1, 2012 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Is the New Dual Water Conveyance System a Solution or just a Big Drinking Straw? California’s population continues to grow thus creating an ever-increasing demand for more fresh drinking water. Where…
2 California is a Thirsty State California is a Thirsty State California is a Thirsty State California is a Thirsty State California is a Thirsty State California is a Thirsty State California is a Thirsty State California is a Thirsty State Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 2, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Lime Ridge Audible Guide Family Hike with Save Mount Diablo Lime Ridge Audible Guide Family Hike with Save Mount Diablo December 2, 2012 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Join us for this 4 mile hike with 700 ft. elevation gain as we trace the route outlined in the new Audible Guide for Lime Ridge .A century ago, Lime… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 2, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Trek Through Time Trek Through Time December 2, 2012 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Join us for a journey through 200 million years of Bay Area geologic history, from the age of Dinosaurs to the present. We’ll car caravan through Mount Diablo State Park… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 2, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 2, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Muir Woods Big Year Salmon Stroll Muir Woods Big Year Salmon Stroll December 2, 2012 11:00 am – 1:30 pm Join Brent Plater on another epic Big Year hike at Muir Woods to see the threatened Coho Salmon, Central California Coast Evolutionary Significant Unit, and the Steelhead, Central California Coast Distinct Population… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 2, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More…	3 SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 3, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 3, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 3, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 3, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art…	4 The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 4, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 4, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Birds at Rush Creek Birds at Rush Creek December 4, 2012 10:00 am – 2:00 pm These tidal wetlands at the edge of San Pablo Bay are a fantastic place to appreciate our winter birds. Ducks (in gaudy breeding plumage), shorebirds, raptors, and many types of… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 4, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 4, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Blue Meridian – Tiburon International Film Festival Blue Meridian – Tiburon International Film Festival December 4, 2012 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Documentary, Belgium/USA Director: Sofie Benoot Blue Meridian is a journey along the Mississippi River that not only crosses the deep south, but the imagination of North America. Representing the complex relationship…	5 Blue Meridian – Tiburon International Film Festival Blue Meridian – Tiburon International Film Festival Blue Meridian – Tiburon International Film Festival Blue Meridian – Tiburon International Film Festival Blue Meridian – Tiburon International Film Festival Save The Bay Winter Planting Season Festival Save The Bay Winter Planting Season Festival December 5, 2012 12:00 am – December 8, 2012 12:00 am Save The Bay is kicking off the Winter Planting Season with a Festival! From December 5th to the 8th, we will have planting programs in Menlo Park, Oakland, Palo Alto,… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 5, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 5, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 5, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 5, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art…	6 The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center Save The Bay Winter Planting Season Festival Save The Bay Winter Planting Season Festival December 5, 2012 12:00 am – December 8, 2012 12:00 am Save The Bay is kicking off the Winter Planting Season with a Festival! From December 5th to the 8th, we will have planting programs in Menlo Park, Oakland, Palo Alto,… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 6, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Marin Audubon Society’s Thursday Morning Walk with Susan Kelly and Friends Marin Audubon Society’s Thursday Morning Walk with Susan Kelly and Friends December 6, 2012 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Beginner birders are especially welcome on the first Thursday of each month for a leisurely walk around the Las Gallinas Storage Ponds at McInnis Park. There is always something interesting… Teaching Kids to Help the Bay Teaching Kids to Help the Bay December 6, 2012 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Do you enjoy exploring with children in the outdoors and helping them to discover and appreciate their natural environment? If you get excited investigating the beach, riding a boat on… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 6, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 6, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 6, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art…	7 The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center Save The Bay Winter Planting Season Festival Save The Bay Winter Planting Season Festival December 5, 2012 12:00 am – December 8, 2012 12:00 am Save The Bay is kicking off the Winter Planting Season with a Festival! From December 5th to the 8th, we will have planting programs in Menlo Park, Oakland, Palo Alto,… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 7, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Teaching Kids to Help the Bay Teaching Kids to Help the Bay December 7, 2012 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Do you enjoy exploring with children in the outdoors and helping them to discover and appreciate their natural environment? If you get excited investigating the beach, riding a boat on… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 7, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco December 7, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm A weekly opportunity to get your hands dirty on this unique urban landscaping project. Help us plant and maintain the grounds around the EcoCenter, the city’s first off-the-grid environmental education… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 7, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 7, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco December 7, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm A weekly opportunity to get your hands dirty on this unique urban landscaping project. Help us plant and maintain the grounds around the EcoCenter, the city’s first off-the-grid environmental education…	8 Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Fish Feeding Frenzy Fish Feeding Frenzy December 8, 2012 2:00 am – 2:30 pm Help Ranger Bill feed the hungry inhabitants of our fresh and saltwater tanks. Watch the different feeding styles of rock cod, sea stars, and steelhead trout. Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 8, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Winter Planting Festival at Hal Brown Park Winter Planting Festival at Hal Brown Park December 8, 2012 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Save The Bay and Marin County Parks continues a multiyear partnership to restore wetland habit and increase the Bay Area’s total wetland acreage! This is the final day of Save… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 8, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… A Trip to Bountiful Birds A Trip to Bountiful Birds December 8, 2012 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Winter seems upon us, and even though it might feel blustery to us, the birds in the fresh water marsh feel no chill as they settle in for the next… The Uses of Native Plants: Roy’s Redwoods The Uses of Native Plants: Roy’s Redwoods December 8, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join us for a family walk where we will talk about our native plants and their traditional uses. We will cover some basic outdoor safety then explore the preserve. This… Mushrooms at Indian Tree Mushrooms at Indian Tree December 8, 2012 10:00 am – 2:00 pm The mixed forests of this Novato preserve usually host an amazing array of mushrooms at this time of year. With luck we’ll make it to the top where we’ll enjoy… Oakland Zoo Family Outing Oakland Zoo Family Outing December 8, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Greenbelt Alliance envisions neighborhoods within our existing cities and towns that are livable, safe, and healthy places where all Bay Area residents can thrive and prosper. Sometimes these neighborhoods need… Home for the Holidays: Backyard Birds and Nature Crafts Home for the Holidays: Backyard Birds and Nature Crafts December 8, 2012 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Wing your way to the Environmental Volunteers’ EcoCenter for a day of crafty fun, and welcome our feathered friends home for the holidays! Decorate a birdhouse, design a birdfeeder wreath, and… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 8, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… Celebrate the Coming of Fall! Laguna Environmental Center Open House Celebrate the Coming of Fall! Laguna Environmental Center Open House December 8, 2012 10:00 am – 3:00 pm COME CELEBRATE THE COMING OF FALL! Laguna Environmental Center Open House Saturday, September 8th, 2012 10am-3pm As part of our ongoing Second Saturday of the Month Open Houses: September 8, October 13, November 10,… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 8, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 8, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Birds of Bedwell Bayfront Park Birds of Bedwell Bayfront Park December 8, 2012 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Join Friends of Bedwell Bayfront Park for close-up looks at winter birds–ducks, egrets, and more. Open to all with curiosity, not-yet-birders as well as birders. Why do some ducks dive… SPAWN: 2012 Bike Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Bike Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 8, 2012 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Bike the SPAWN Creekwalks that take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. These are special… Bird Identification at Lake Merritt Presented by Wild Oakland Bird Identification at Lake Merritt Presented by Wild Oakland December 8, 2012 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Come and learn about all the winter birds migrating to Lake Merritt! Meet at 2pm at the main entrance of the Rotary Science Center (600 Bellevue Ave) at Lake Merritt. Bring raingear/umbrella… Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire December 8, 2012 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm Celebrate the Winter Solstice and learn about traditional solstice celebrations from around the world. Gather ’round the campfire for quality time with friends and family, sing songs, and get silly…
9 Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Winter Celebration: Family Nighthike and Campfire Kayak Fishing Derby at McNears Kayak Fishing Derby at McNears December 9, 2012 7:30 am – 2:00 pm Join rangers for this holiday season fishing derby that includes a kayak and pier class. Prizes will be awarded in each class, and hot dogs, chili, and drinks will be… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 9, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 9, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Home For The Holidays Open House Home For The Holidays Open House December 9, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Home For The Holidays Open House at The Marine Mammal Center Sunday December 9, 2012 10am-5pm Admission is FREE! Looking for something unique and meaningful to do with friends and family this holiday… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 9, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… NATURE’S PHARMACY: MEDICINE MAKING WORKSHOP NATURE’S PHARMACY: MEDICINE MAKING WORKSHOP December 9, 2012 10:00 am – 6:00 pm NATURE’S PHARMACY: MEDICINE MAKING WORKSHOP Come join us as we learn to create a variety of botanical medicines using many native California plants. During this intensive class series we will learn… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 9, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Owl Pellet Dissection Owl Pellet Dissection December 9, 2012 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Owl pellets contain bones and fur, which owls cannot digest from the prey they eat. Discover the types of bones found in an owl pellet by using scientific tools to… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 9, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… Signs of Winter Signs of Winter December 9, 2012 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Hike the trails of this Preserve with docents Liz Farnsworth and Emma Finter while exploring for signs that winter is approaching, including viewing woodrat nests, and searching for various bushes…	10 Signs of Winter Signs of Winter Signs of Winter Signs of Winter Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 10, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 10, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 10, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 10, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art…	11 The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center History of Marinship History of Marinship December 11, 2012 2:00 am – 3:00 pm Join Ranger Bill as he facilitates an in-depth discussion on the history of the Marinship Shipyard at the Bay Model built by the Bechtel Corporation at the request of President… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 11, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 11, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 11, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 11, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art…	12 The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 12, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 12, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Scenic Aerobic Hike Scenic Aerobic Hike December 12, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join docents Stella Yang and Stephen Buckhout for a 4- to 6-mile, moderately-paced, invigorating workout in various preserves this winter. The routes at each preserve will be determined by the… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 12, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 12, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Handmade Holidays! Handmade Holidays! December 12, 2012 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Make this holiday season meaningful and green spirited. Create your own handmade eco-friendly gifts, learn money-saving green tips, and enjoy free food and admission. Space is limited so RSVP today!	13 Handmade Holidays! Handmade Holidays! Handmade Holidays! Handmade Holidays! Handmade Holidays! Handmade Holidays! Handmade Holidays! Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 13, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 13, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Teaching Kids to Help the Bay Teaching Kids to Help the Bay December 13, 2012 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Do you enjoy exploring with children in the outdoors and helping them to discover and appreciate their natural environment? If you get excited investigating the beach, riding a boat on… Mt Burdell Mt Burdell December 13, 2012 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Winter wildlife and the vibrant green slopes of this Novato preserve will remind us that the wet season is the growing season here in Marin. This can be a great… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 13, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 13, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats December 13, 2012 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm A free public lecture by US Geological Survey research biologist Robert Fisher Exciting discoveries are spurring research to uncover hidden secrets deep within South Pacific tropical forests. A scientific expedition roaming…	14 Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Colorful South Pacific Species: New Discoveries and Looming Threats Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 14, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 14, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Teaching Kids to Help the Bay Teaching Kids to Help the Bay December 14, 2012 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Do you enjoy exploring with children in the outdoors and helping them to discover and appreciate their natural environment? If you get excited investigating the beach, riding a boat on… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco December 14, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm A weekly opportunity to get your hands dirty on this unique urban landscaping project. Help us plant and maintain the grounds around the EcoCenter, the city’s first off-the-grid environmental education… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 14, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 14, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco December 14, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm A weekly opportunity to get your hands dirty on this unique urban landscaping project. Help us plant and maintain the grounds around the EcoCenter, the city’s first off-the-grid environmental education… Nature for Kids: Indian Tree Nature for Kids: Indian Tree December 14, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm This is a great place to learn about mushrooms and all of the animals that live on or in them. We’ll look for different kinds of berries and watch for… Members’ Walk: Broadleaf Evergreens Members’ Walk: Broadleaf Evergreens December 14, 2012 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm The upcoming winter season with its bare deciduous trees brings the presence of evergreens in the landscape into clear focus. While conifers are perhaps the evergreens we are most familiar… Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower December 14, 2012 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm Let us reflect on the bright shining moments we had this year as we view the last meteor shower for 2012, the Geminids. At the Hayward Shoreline we can get…	15 Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Hike: End of the Year With a Geminid Shower Trekking the Model Trekking the Model December 15, 2012 1:30 am – 3:00 pm Join a ranger guided tour of the Bay Model, a 1.5 acre hydraulic model of San Francisco Bay and Delta. Discover the stories of the two major operations that took… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 15, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 15, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Laguna Trail Walk Laguna Trail Walk December 15, 2012 9:00 am – 12:00 pm What if it’s raining? We’ll go in a light rain – if in doubt, call our Outings Line at 524-9318 after 7:30 am. If no special message, it’s a go! Just what’s… Trail Maintenance Team Workday Trail Maintenance Team Workday December 15, 2012 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Join our Trail Maintenance Team (TMT) on different trails throughout our 34 preserves. The goal of the TMT program is to train the Marin community to assist with the maintenance… Habitat Restoration: Phoenix Lake Habitat Restoration: Phoenix Lake December 15, 2012 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Help us restore the lakeshore in front of the log cabin by removing invasive periwinkle (Vinca major) and French broom, and then planting native bunch grasses. We will meet at… EDIBLE & MEDICINAL PLANTS OF THE BAY AREA: A BIOREGIONAL EXPLORATION (Seasonal Herb Walk Series) EDIBLE & MEDICINAL PLANTS OF THE BAY AREA: A BIOREGIONAL EXPLORATION (Seasonal Herb Walk Series) December 15, 2012 10:00 am – 4:00 pm EDIBLE & MEDICINAL PLANTS OF THE BAY AREA: A BIOREGIONAL EXPLORATION (Seasonal Herb Walk Series) From the mist shrouded sea cliffs to the sun-baked arid expanse of its eastern most regions, the San… Late Fall/Early Winter at Edgewood: Berries, Birds and Beyond Late Fall/Early Winter at Edgewood: Berries, Birds and Beyond December 15, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Free, Docent-led Nature Walk at Edgewood Natural Preserve Autumn’s seed and fruit crop provide food for many kinds of animals, helping support the whole food web through fall and winter. Join… RESTORATION PLANTING DAY in GARBER PARK RESTORATION PLANTING DAY in GARBER PARK December 15, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Meet at the Evergreen Lane Entrance 10AM to sign in, enjoy some coffee and snacks, and then be ready to help get over 200 plants in the ground. We are… Lagunitas Creek Walk Lagunitas Creek Walk December 15, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see the endangered coho salmon. SPAWN Creekwalks pair you and your family and friends with a trained… Fleas Navidad Fleas Navidad December 15, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Let’s compare tails! Join docents Ann Reisenauer, Deborah Probst, and Susan Berhnard for a moderately-paced, 3-mile hike along the Blue Oak, Hassler Loop, and Polly Geraci Trails. Dogs are welcome… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 15, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 15, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 15, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Mushrooms of Lake Merritt Presented by Wild Oakland Mushrooms of Lake Merritt Presented by Wild Oakland December 15, 2012 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm With the first good rains of the year we have our first good bloom of fungal fruiting bodies (mushrooms) popping up everywhere. Our hour long walk will encompass the grassy areas around… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 15, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More…
16 SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! Annual Audubon Bird Count Annual Audubon Bird Count December 16, 2012 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Help steward wildlife populations by monitoring their health and habitat. Join us to count Red-tailed hawks, Western fly catchers, spotted towhees and more. Meet in the parking lot nearest the… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 16, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 16, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 16, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 16, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 16, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Columbian Exchange Columbian Exchange December 16, 2012 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Christopher Columbus sailed to the Americas in 1492 and the effects of two worlds colliding are still felt today. Hike to Horseshoe Lake and back with docents Ed Lange and… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 16, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More…	17 SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 17, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 17, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 17, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 17, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art…	18 The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 18, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Holidays on the Ranch! Holidays on the Ranch! December 18, 2012 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Holidays on the Ranch! Wilder Ranch State Park Saturday, December 15 from 11:00a.m. to 3:00p.m. Wilder Ranch State Park creates the perfect atmosphere for friends, family and visitors to come together to celebrate… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 18, 2012 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Tarantula Trek Tarantula Trek December 18, 2012 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Join us for a great family outing as we explore an easy trail in search of Mount Diablo’s scary looking but (mostly) harmless big spiders. We’ll also hear the many… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 18, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Salmon of San Geronimo Valley Salmon of San Geronimo Valley December 18, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Each year, several species of Pacific salmon migrate up certain creeks to breed. We’ll look for evidence of fish as we discuss the biology of these remarkable animals. The timing… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 18, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 18, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art…	19 The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 19, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 19, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 19, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 19, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Explorer Hike: Pre-Holiday Excursion Explorer Hike: Pre-Holiday Excursion December 19, 2012 10:30 am – 2:30 pm Welcome the holiday season and join Explorer Hike docents Dennis Smith, Lynn Jackson, Bill Korbholz, and Laura Levin to explore the varied habitats of this Preserve, from deep woods to… History of the Delta History of the Delta December 19, 2012 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Learn about the history of the delta – from the early 1800s up to 2012 – from framing, discovery of gold, railroad building, and levee building to the present time…	20 History of the Delta History of the Delta History of the Delta History of the Delta History of the Delta History of the Delta History of the Delta Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Third Thursday Hike: Solstice at Turtle Rock Third Thursday Hike: Solstice at Turtle Rock December 20, 2012 4:00 am – 5:30 pm Sunset on the winter solstice often produces a spectacular display of clouds and a shadow pattern on Turtle Rock that is the basis of a human creation legend. Join docents… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 20, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 20, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Teaching Kids to Help the Bay Teaching Kids to Help the Bay December 20, 2012 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Do you enjoy exploring with children in the outdoors and helping them to discover and appreciate their natural environment? If you get excited investigating the beach, riding a boat on… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 20, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 20, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art…	21 The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 21, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 21, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Teaching Kids to Help the Bay Teaching Kids to Help the Bay December 21, 2012 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Do you enjoy exploring with children in the outdoors and helping them to discover and appreciate their natural environment? If you get excited investigating the beach, riding a boat on… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco December 21, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm A weekly opportunity to get your hands dirty on this unique urban landscaping project. Help us plant and maintain the grounds around the EcoCenter, the city’s first off-the-grid environmental education… Solstice at Russian Ridge Solstice at Russian Ridge December 21, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm The winter solstice is a time of quiet reflection. Come join docents Marilyn and Bill Bauriedel and share a few favorite solstice readings while you enjoy a 3.5-mile walk to… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 21, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 21, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco December 21, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm A weekly opportunity to get your hands dirty on this unique urban landscaping project. Help us plant and maintain the grounds around the EcoCenter, the city’s first off-the-grid environmental education…	22 Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 22, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 22, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Winter Solstice Walk Winter Solstice Walk December 22, 2012 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Saturday, Dec. 22, 9:00am – 12:00pm Ulistac Natural Area http://1.usa.gov/Q8nVdR It is time to release the past and start anew! Enjoy a healthful walk through butterfly gardens and grassy meadows. Gather at… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 22, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 22, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 22, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 22, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More…
23 SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 23, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 23, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 23, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 23, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… Junior Rangers: Cascade Canyon – Focus on Creeks and Fish Junior Rangers: Cascade Canyon – Focus on Creeks and Fish December 23, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join us for the new Junior Ranger program, created to teach youth about outdoor skills, natural history and environmental stewardship. The program is intended for 7-12 year olds, though explorers… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 23, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Redwood Loop Walk Redwood Loop Walk December 23, 2012 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm How do these grand redwoods grow to be so old? So tall? How are they important to humans? Join us for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll through a… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 23, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More…	24 SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Free Topo Map Gift Wrap Free Topo Map Gift Wrap December 24, 2012 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Holiday shoppers can pick up free gift wrap now from the U.S. Geological Survey and California Geological Survey’s Maps and Publications Sales Office at our new location on the USGS… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 24, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 24, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 24, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 24, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Miles from Macy’s Miles from Macy’s December 24, 2012 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Opt out of today’s traffic gridlock and last-minute mall madness. Join docents Keith Johnsgard and Harry Cornbleet on this annual Christmas Eve hike and experience the serene silence and smog-free…	25 Miles from Macy’s Miles from Macy’s Miles from Macy’s Miles from Macy’s Miles from Macy’s Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 25, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 25, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 25, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 25, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art…	26 The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 26, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 26, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 26, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 26, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art…	27 The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 27, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Teaching Kids to Help the Bay Teaching Kids to Help the Bay December 27, 2012 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Do you enjoy exploring with children in the outdoors and helping them to discover and appreciate their natural environment? If you get excited investigating the beach, riding a boat on… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 27, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 27, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… Quarry Quest Quarry Quest December 27, 2012 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Join docents Fran Keeler and Ranjana Sharma on an exploration of the remote trails of this Preserve. On this demanding 12-mile, 2,500-foot elevation gain loop hike, you’ll ascend on the… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 27, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Learn to Skate at McInnis Learn to Skate at McInnis December 27, 2012 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm We’re hosting another skateboard clinic! Local teachers and rangers will offer tips and techniques for beginners and demonstrate how to attack features in a way that builds confidence and skill.…	28 Learn to Skate at McInnis Learn to Skate at McInnis Learn to Skate at McInnis Learn to Skate at McInnis Learn to Skate at McInnis Learn to Skate at McInnis Learn to Skate at McInnis Learn to Skate at McInnis Learn to Skate at McInnis Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 28, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Teaching Kids to Help the Bay Teaching Kids to Help the Bay December 28, 2012 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Do you enjoy exploring with children in the outdoors and helping them to discover and appreciate their natural environment? If you get excited investigating the beach, riding a boat on… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco December 28, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm A weekly opportunity to get your hands dirty on this unique urban landscaping project. Help us plant and maintain the grounds around the EcoCenter, the city’s first off-the-grid environmental education… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 28, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 28, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 28, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco December 28, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm A weekly opportunity to get your hands dirty on this unique urban landscaping project. Help us plant and maintain the grounds around the EcoCenter, the city’s first off-the-grid environmental education… Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours December 28, 2012 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm Explore the evening magic of Muir Woods, learning about the secret nightlife of an old-growth redwood forest. This special walk begins one hour before sunset and will conclude with the dark…	29 Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Muir Woods After Hours Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Fremont Older Sunset Ride Fremont Older Sunset Ride December 29, 2012 3:30 am – 5:30 pm Ride the Seven Springs, Hayfield, Coyote Ridge and other trails of this popular Preserve with docents Dave Kocsis and Patty Lovelace, then watch the sun set from a vantage point… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 29, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Bike Trip: MLK Jr. Regional Shoreline Bike Trip: MLK Jr. Regional Shoreline December 29, 2012 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Winter high tides are good times to see rails at the shoreline’s Arrowhead Marsh and, if there has been enough rain, lots of ducks and shorebirds in the adjacent seasonal… Junior Rangers: Camino Alto – Invasive Plants and Natural Habitats Junior Rangers: Camino Alto – Invasive Plants and Natural Habitats December 29, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join us for the new Junior Ranger program, created to teach youth about outdoor skills, natural history and environmental stewardship. The program is intended for 7-12 year olds, though explorers… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 29, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 29, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 29, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 29, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… Redwood Loop Walk Redwood Loop Walk December 29, 2012 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm How do these grand redwoods grow to be so old? So tall? How are they important to humans? Join us for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll through a… History of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers History of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers December 29, 2012 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join Ranger Bill to learn about the “When/ Where/Why/What/How,” the diverse, complex, many faceted missions, goals and objectives of the USACE’s “Birth” in 1775 under General George Washington. Stafford Lake Full Moon Hike and S’More Fest! Stafford Lake Full Moon Hike and S’More Fest! December 29, 2012 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Celebrate the winter solstice and upcoming New Year with a fun-filled, educational event for the whole family. We will take a quick stroll across flat terrain at beautiful Stafford Lake…
30 Stafford Lake Full Moon Hike and S’More Fest! Stafford Lake Full Moon Hike and S’More Fest! Stafford Lake Full Moon Hike and S’More Fest! Stafford Lake Full Moon Hike and S’More Fest! Stafford Lake Full Moon Hike and S’More Fest! Stafford Lake Full Moon Hike and S’More Fest! Stafford Lake Full Moon Hike and S’More Fest! Stafford Lake Full Moon Hike and S’More Fest! Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Salmon of San Geronimo Valley Salmon of San Geronimo Valley December 30, 2012 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Join rangers and learn about the amazing story of our local salmon. Born in Marin’s streams, these fish venture out into the vast Pacific Ocean to feed and grow. When… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 30, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… Introductory Geocaching Family Hike Introductory Geocaching Family Hike December 30, 2012 10:00 am – 2:00 pm This fun and interactive outing is great for families and children (who can hike for 3 miles). Join docents Sarah Schoen and Steve Brugler, and REI Outdoor School instructor Steve… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 30, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park December 30, 2012 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Get Active! Youth Creativity Exhibit Opens in Tilden Regional Park As part of the Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative, the East Bay Regional Park District invited youth ages 12 to 18 to… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 30, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 30, 2012 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More…	31 SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit Loren Sonnberg – Art Exhibit December 31, 2012 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Loren Sonnberg October 29, 2012 – January 4, 2013 Fall/Winter Hours Tuesdays – Saturdays 9am – 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays Loren is a self taught nature photographer who shoots in medium format as well… SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here! December 31, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm SPAWN Creekwalks take you on a journey to explore the Lagunitas Creek watershed with SPAWN’s experienced naturalist on a quest to see endangered Coho Salmon. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED for all Tour types More… The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center The Ghost Below at The Marine Mammal Center December 31, 2012 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Approximately 100,000 marine mammals and nearly 1 million seabirds become an entangled in and die from ocean trash each year. Visit The Marine Mammal Center starting December 1, and experience a magnificent art… Redwood Loop Walk: Big Basin Redwoods State Park Redwood Loop Walk: Big Basin Redwoods State Park December 31, 2012 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm How do these grand redwoods grow to be so old? So tall? How are they important to humans? Join us for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll through a magnificent old-growth…