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Bay Nature's events calendar has events from nature organizations all over the Bay Area. Find guided Bay Area hiking, learn about Bay Area wildlife, and more. Learn about our In the Field outings, or submit your own event!
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 1, 2013 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*
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New Year’s Hike: Plants & People
New Year’s Hike: Plants & People
January 1, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
A Fresh Start: New Year’s Hike
A Fresh Start: New Year’s Hike
January 1, 2013 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
This 2013 New Years Day hike offers great views, sweet ocean air, and the regenerative silence of the wild. You’ll climb the Ridge and Ancient Oaks Trails, and if weather…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 1, 2013 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*
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 2, 2013 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*
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Nature for Kids: Deer Island
Nature for Kids: Deer Island
January 2, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
It’s the middle of winter, it’s wet and cold. Salamanders, slugs, and millipedes are easy to find, but where do they go during the dry months? And where are the…
Explorer Hike: Welcome in the New Year, Skyline Ridge
Explorer Hike: Welcome in the New Year, Skyline Ridge
January 2, 2013 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
Celebrate the end of the holiday season and welcome in the New Year with Explorer Hike docents Dennis Smith, Lynn Jackson, Bill Korbholz, and Laura Levin. You’ll scan Horseshoe Lake…
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Explorer Hike: Welcome in the New Year, Skyline RidgeExplorer Hike: Welcome in the New Year, Skyline RidgeExplorer Hike: Welcome in the New Year, Skyline RidgeExplorer Hike: Welcome in the New Year, Skyline Ridge
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Marin Audubon Society’s Thursday Morning Walk with Susan Kelly and Friends
Marin Audubon Society’s Thursday Morning Walk with Susan Kelly and Friends
January 3, 2013 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…
Marshland Ecology at Bothin Marsh
Marshland Ecology at Bothin Marsh
January 3, 2013 9:30 am – 10:45 pm
Join Ranger Don Grafe for an exciting nature walk especially designed for children. Bring the entire family to learn about conservation and marshland ecology with activities and games! Dress in…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 3, 2013 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*
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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
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 4, 2013 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*
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Birding by the Bay
Birding by the Bay
January 4, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Join docents Bill and Marilyn Bauriedel, and June Cancell on this mid-morning 3-mile walk along the Stevens Creek Trail. Bring your binoculars if you have a pair. The docents will…
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 5, 2013 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*
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Birds at Bolinas Lagoon
Birds at Bolinas Lagoon
January 5, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
We’ll start the day looking for land birds in the willows and alders of Pine Gulch Delta, and then we’ll scan the waters of this unique estuary that attracts a…
Junior Rangers: Indian Valley – People and Natural Habitats
Junior Rangers: Indian Valley – People and Natural Habitats
January 5, 2013 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…
Birding for Everyone
Birding for Everyone
January 5, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Take a leisurely naturalist-led walk through the micro-habitats of the San Francisco Botanical Garden in Golden Gate Park, to search for the California Quail and other birds that stop off…
Come See the Greenbelt
Come See the Greenbelt
January 5, 2013 10:30 am – 3:30 pm
Join docents Bob Segalla, Paul Billig, and Madeline Brane to investigate the restoration of a ridgewith oak tree seedlings. You’ll visit Alpine Pond via the Ipiwa Trail, and Horseshoe Lake…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 5, 2013 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*
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Earthquake Walk
Earthquake Walk
January 6, 2013 2:00 am – 4:30 pm
Join docents Harry Cornbleet and Kay Rodriques for a fun and educational stroll along the San Andreas Fault. On this 2- to 3-mile walk, you’ll discuss the wonder of plate…
GGAS Birding Trip: San Francisco Botanical Garden
GGAS Birding Trip: San Francisco Botanical Garden
January 6, 2013 8:00 am – 10:30 am
The San Francisco Botanical Garden has several micro-habitats that attract an array of resident, migrant, and vagrant birds. This monthly trip is oriented toward helping beginning birders develop their skills in spotting and…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 6, 2013 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*
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Which Game is Afoot???
Which Game is Afoot???
January 6, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sunday, Jan. 6, 10:00am – 12:00pm
In honor of Sherlock Holmes’ birthday, come seek out clues to identify animals that frequent this local creek while solving a wildlife murder mystery!…
Hike Save Mount Diablo’s Young Canyon – Discover a Remote Area of the Mountain
Hike Save Mount Diablo’s Young Canyon – Discover a Remote Area of the Mountain
January 6, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Join SMD Steward Burt Bogardus on this moderate hike to admire the beautiful north side slopes of Mount Diablo. The 17-acre Young Canyon property is one of Save Mount Diablo’s…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 6, 2013 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*
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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
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
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Scenic Aerobic Hike, Saratoga Gap
Scenic Aerobic Hike, Saratoga Gap
January 9, 2013 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…
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Scenic Aerobic Hike, Saratoga GapScenic Aerobic Hike, Saratoga GapScenic Aerobic Hike, Saratoga Gap
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Loma Alta – Old Railroad Grade
Loma Alta – Old Railroad Grade
January 10, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
We will enjoy a slow stroll along the old railroad grade, a route that takes us in and out of a series of forested valleys separated by open grassland and…
Second Thursday Hike: Fremont Older
Second Thursday Hike: Fremont Older
January 10, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join docents Tommi and Strether Smith on this 5-mile exploration of the history and trails of this Preserve. On the hike you’ll pass by the Older house and discuss the…
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Second Thursday Hike: Fremont Older
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Christmas Bird Count4Kids!
Christmas Bird Count4Kids!
January 12, 2013 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Introduce children to the fascinating world of birds and citizen science at a fun, family-friendly event.
Families are invited to the Botanical Garden for its first annual Christmas Bird Count4Kids, Saturday…
Youth Winter Bird Count
Youth Winter Bird Count
January 12, 2013 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
3rd Annual Bilingual Youth Winter Bird Count in Marin
EVENT LOCATION: Albert J. Boro Community Center in Pickleweed Park, 50 Canal Street, San Rafael
Co-hosted by our partners PRBO, WildCare, and the…
Back to Bahia
Back to Bahia
January 12, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
We’re back to Bahia on Rush Creek Preserve to fight invasive French broom and tree of heaven. The great news is that after 7 years we’re nearing complete eradication. This…
Save The Bay at Hal Brown Park
Save The Bay at Hal Brown Park
January 12, 2013 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
After phenomenal results in past habitat restoration efforts at Santa Venetia Marsh Open Space Preserve and Bothin Marsh Open Space Preserve, our partnership with Save The Bay is re-invigorated with…
Bird Hike: Join the Over 40 Club
Bird Hike: Join the Over 40 Club
January 12, 2013 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Here at the Hayward Shoreline, we’re overdue to observe the various sandpipers and other shorebirds that are feasting on organisms living in the mud. If we are observant and a…
Bouverie Preserve Guided Nature Walks Explore the Beauty and Natural History of 535-Acre Nature Preserve
Bouverie Preserve Guided Nature Walks Explore the Beauty and Natural History of 535-Acre Nature Preserve
January 12, 2013 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 12, 2013 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*
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Waterfall Walks: Cascade Canyon
Waterfall Walks: Cascade Canyon
January 12, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Meet a ranger for a tour in this lush canyon to view a cascade nestled amidst the trees. A discussion of creek ecology, watersheds, and water conservation will be included…
History of Fremont Older Ride
History of Fremont Older Ride
January 12, 2013 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Join docents Linda Wegner and Collin Lim on this 10- to 12-mile intermediate-level, vigorously-paced mountain bike ride. Enjoy riding fire roads and single-track trails, with 2,000-foot elevation gain, while hearing…
Birding at Heron’s Head Park
Birding at Heron’s Head Park
January 12, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Come by and experience the thrill of observing and learning about the waterfowl, shorebirds and wading birds that call Heron’s Head Park home during the winter.
We hope to see many…
Birds of Bedwell Bayfront Park
Birds of Bedwell Bayfront Park
January 12, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
High Tide at Ravenswood
High Tide at Ravenswood
January 12, 2013 10:45 am – 1:15 pm
“Sittin’ on the dock of the bay, watchin’ the tide roll away…” On this outing you’ll be sitting by the dock of the bay, watching the birds come your way!…
SPAWN: 2012 Bike Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Bike Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 12, 2013 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…
Wild Oakland’s Plankton and Invertebrates of Lake Merritt Walk
Wild Oakland’s Plankton and Invertebrates of Lake Merritt Walk
January 12, 2013 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Join Anthony DeCicco of the Golden Gate Audubon Society as we learn about the base of the marine food chain. We’ll find these microscopic organisms using plankton nets and field…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 12, 2013 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*
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Finding Fungi
Finding Fungi
January 13, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
What do you notice when you hike in the rainy season? If you are unaware of the myriad forms and colors of fungi around you, join docents Chris MacIntosh and…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 13, 2013 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*
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Birds of Rush Creek with David Wimpfheimer
Birds of Rush Creek with David Wimpfheimer
January 13, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
The combination of tidal wetlands, oak woodland, grasslands, and shrub habitats makes Rush Creek Preserve one of the most diverse sites in the county. On this 4 mile, one-way walk…
Falls Hike with Save Mount Diablo
Falls Hike with Save Mount Diablo
January 13, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Enjoy amazing single track trails as you traverse up the slopes of North Peak which opens up to majestic views and Mt. Diablo’s famed waterfalls. The trail meanders through grassland…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 13, 2013 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*
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Annual Newt Hike, Tilden Park
Annual Newt Hike, Tilden Park
January 13, 2013 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Learn about the amazing migration of our park’s newts. From high woodlands to low creeks, we’ll follow their impressive journey. Hike begins at the Steam Trains Overflow Parking Lot. 9+…
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Annual Newt Hike, Tilden Park
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
East Bay Regional Parks 2013 Trails Challenge: Registration Opening
East Bay Regional Parks 2013 Trails Challenge: Registration Opening
January 15, 2013
Beginning Wednesday, January 16, the East Bay Regional Park District is accepting registrations for the 2013 Trails Challenge. Last year 10,000 participants joined the challenge. Thanks to a partnership with…
Underneath the Fir Trees
Underneath the Fir Trees
January 15, 2013 1:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join docents Liz Farnsworth, and Lina Mesa for a 5-mile, moderately-paced hike in the woods on a (possibly) cool winter day. Enjoy finding the fruits and falling leaves of winter…
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Explorer Hike: A Stride Through Los Trancos
Explorer Hike: A Stride Through Los Trancos
January 16, 2013 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
Stride through the oak woodlands and grasslands of this Preserve with Explorer Hike docents Dennis Smith, Lynn Jackson, Bill Korbholz, and Laura Levin. Winter offers a different view of nature,…
Jr. Naturalist After-school Program
Jr. Naturalist After-school Program
January 16, 2013 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Birds at Stafford Lake
Birds at Stafford Lake
January 17, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
This reservoir on upper Novato Creek is a great place to see a variety of winter birds. We’ll stroll along the shore and enjoy flocks of ducks, while keeping an…
Introductory Geocaching for Seniors
Introductory Geocaching for Seniors
January 17, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
This fun and interactive outing is great for seniors (who can hike for 3 miles). Join docents Sarah Schoen and Lyndall Erb, and REI Outdoor School instructor Chris Green to…
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Introductory Geocaching for Seniors
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp
SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp
January 19, 2013 9:00 am – January 21, 2013 2:00 pm
Morning of Service: Winter Planting on Sutro
Morning of Service: Winter Planting on Sutro
January 19, 2013 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Join us on Mount Sutro for a morning of service and our first major winter planting of 2013 at Rotary Meadow. We’ll perform some weed removal and heavy pruning before planting some…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 19, 2013 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…
BAEER Fair
BAEER Fair
January 19, 2013 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
Visit the Marin County Parks booth and other environmental organizations at the 36th annual Bay Area Environmental Education Resource Fair. There will be a variety of workshops for people interested…
Rainy Revival: Ferns, Bryophytes & Early Blooms
Rainy Revival: Ferns, Bryophytes & Early Blooms
January 19, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Family Day on Mission Creek
Family Day on Mission Creek
January 19, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join Urbia, the Mission Creek Conservancy, and Bay Nature for a kid-focused, family-friendly exploration of Mission Creek near the Fourth Street bridge. Did you know this whole are used to…
Planting in Garber Park Continues
Planting in Garber Park Continues
January 19, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Join us for our 2nd planting day of the season. We’ll meet at the Evergreen Lane entrance to Garber Park at the end of Evergreen for coffee, tea and snacks and then…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 19, 2013 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*
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Watersheds in Winter
Watersheds in Winter
January 19, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
What is more precious than nature’s gifts of fresh air and water! Join us to explore the wonders of nature’s water systems and enjoy this beautiful park.
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp
SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp
January 19, 2013 9:00 am – January 21, 2013 2:00 pm
Basic Tracking Skills
Basic Tracking Skills
January 20, 2013 12:00 am – 2:30 pm
Learn to identify the tracks and scat of the region’s larger mountain mammals (coyotes, bobcats, grey fox, pumas, badgers, and mule deer) and speculate about the tales the wildlife signs…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 20, 2013 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*
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SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 20, 2013 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*
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Bird Hike: Fieldtrip to Experience Crane Cacophony
Bird Hike: Fieldtrip to Experience Crane Cacophony
January 20, 2013 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
San Francisco Bay is an amazingly rich ecosystem for birds of all kinds, but Sandhill Cranes are not a bird likely to be spotted there. Today we are going on…
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp
SOMA Wild Mushroom Camp
January 19, 2013 9:00 am – January 21, 2013 2:00 pm
MLK, Jr. National Day of Service at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline
MLK, Jr. National Day of Service at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline
January 21, 2013 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Come join us with family, friends and neighbors,where you may pitch in to help remove invasive plants and pick up trash on the beach in this stunningly beautiful shoreline park with spectacular views of…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 21, 2013 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*
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Nature for Kids: Mt Burdell
Nature for Kids: Mt Burdell
January 21, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
We’ll take a winter walk at this beautiful preserve looking for cold weather critters. If we’re feeling adventurous, we might even head up to Hidden Lake to see if we…
Mid-Winter Trek
Mid-Winter Trek
January 21, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Enjoy the mid-winter beauty of Skyline Ridge Preserve come rain or come shine with docents David Bergman and Kandis Scott. You’ll hike from Alpine Pond to a lunch spot on…
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Mid-Winter Trek
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
White Hill Hike
White Hill Hike
January 23, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
We’ll aim for lunch at the summit, but we’ll make the 1,000 foot ascent at a pace that will allow us to find plenty of mushrooms, birds, and other wildlife…
Scenic Aerobic Hike at Monte Bello
Scenic Aerobic Hike at Monte Bello
January 23, 2013 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…
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Winter in the Foothills
Winter in the Foothills
January 24, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Discover the beauty and diversity of the foothills on a fast-paced, 10-mile, 2,100-foot gain hike from the lowest point in the Preserve to the highest, followed by a loop through…
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Winter in the Foothills
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Seal Adventures at Ano Nuevo State Park
Seal Adventures at Ano Nuevo State Park
January 26, 2013 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Experience a rare opportunity to view seals during the peak of breeding season!
Travel into the sand dunes while hundreds of elephant seals are on shore to give birth at the…
Lime Ridge Audible Guide Hike & Manzanita Foray
Lime Ridge Audible Guide Hike & Manzanita Foray
January 26, 2013 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 Ridge…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 26, 2013 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*
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Ring Mountain Grassland Restoration
Ring Mountain Grassland Restoration
January 26, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Marin County Parks hosts a habitat restoration workday on the last Saturday of every month! Workdays will focus on restoring the sensitive habitat of Ring Mountain Preserve, which is home…
McInnis Mini Mudder
McInnis Mini Mudder
January 26, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Please join us for the first McInnis Mini Mudder to benefit the Stafford Lake Bike Park. This is the adventure race for kids that will test their grit and endurance,…
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)
January 26, 2013 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…
SPAWN: 2012 Bike & Boat Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Bike & Boat Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 26, 2013 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Bike & Boat 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.…
Raptor Identification Workshop & Hike at Rush Ranch
Raptor Identification Workshop & Hike at Rush Ranch
January 26, 2013 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Join Larry Broderick for an interactive presentation covering raptor natural history and threats, the importance of habitat conservation, acquisition and restoration, identification methods, and a book review. The presentation will…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 26, 2013 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…
Bird Hike: Fervor Over Falconiformes
Bird Hike: Fervor Over Falconiformes
January 26, 2013 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Today at the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center, we are on the special lookout for the hunters of the bird world like American Kestrels, Northern Harriers, and White-tailed Kites, all of…
Redwood Loop Walk
Redwood Loop Walk
January 26, 2013 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…
Redwoods Loop Walk
Redwoods Loop Walk
January 26, 2013 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…
Junior Rangers: Night Hike at Ring Mountain
Junior Rangers: Night Hike at Ring Mountain
January 26, 2013 4:30 pm – 6:30 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…
Family Moonlight Hike
Family Moonlight Hike
January 26, 2013 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Enjoy a beautiful outing under the moon and stars at Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch County Park on the paved Martin Murphy Trail (2-mile loop). Watch for wildlife, identify overhead constellations,…
Moonlight Ramble at Monte Bello
Moonlight Ramble at Monte Bello
January 26, 2013 6:45 pm – 9:30 pm
Uncover the quiet wonders of night and sounds in this preserve with docents Linda and Glen Wegner, Patty Lovelace, and Earl Girbovan. A 5-minute quiet/no talking stop is planned, as…
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Berry Creek Falls Hike
Berry Creek Falls Hike
January 27, 2013 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Join in the fun for an all-day hike to Berry Creek Falls. Hiking from the Ranger Station to the three gorgeous waterfalls is an all-day affair so bring lunch, water and…
Seal Adventures at Ano Nuevo State Park
Seal Adventures at Ano Nuevo State Park
January 27, 2013 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Experience a rare opportunity to view seals during the peak of breeding season!
Travel into the sand dunes while hundreds of elephant seals are on shore to give birth at the…
Winter Wildlife
Winter Wildlife
January 27, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Learn about delicate ecosystems that provide essential habitat for critters that come alive in winter. Don’t miss this chance to see rare species of salamanders and threatened California red-legged frogs.…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 27, 2013 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…
White House Pool Workday
White House Pool Workday
January 27, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Located at the southeast end of Tomales Bay in West Marin, White House Pool offers unique hiking and kayaking opportunities through beautiful riparian habitat. We will focus on clearing the…
Mushrooms at Indian Valley
Mushrooms at Indian Valley
January 27, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
The lush forests of this Novato preserve are an ideal place to see a variety of mushrooms. We’ll talk about their identification and the important role that fungi play in…
Natural Communities: Seasonal Sampler
Natural Communities: Seasonal Sampler
January 27, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Come explore the natural communities of Windy Hill Preserve from the top area down. Observe the winter face put on the grasslands, chaparral, woodland, and evergreen habitats as docents Cathy…
San Francisco Urban Hike
San Francisco Urban Hike
January 27, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Enjoy coastal views while exploring what San Francisco has to offer the urban hiker on this 10-mile walk, beginning at Embarcadero and ending at Ocean Beach. There will be an…
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
SPAWN: 2012 Creekwalks. Salmon Spawning Season is Here!
January 27, 2013 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…
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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
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Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Gull Workshop with Alvaro Jaramillo
Gull Workshop with Alvaro Jaramillo
January 29, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Workshops with Alvaro Jaramillo, Birder and Naturalist
Put your birding into an ecological context! These workshops incorporate ecology, evolutionary biology, behavioral ecology, and natural history to complement bird identification information taught…
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Gull Workshop with Alvaro JaramilloGull Workshop with Alvaro Jaramillo
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Explorer Hike: What Goes Down Must Go Up
Explorer Hike: What Goes Down Must Go Up
January 30, 2013 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
You’ll find that winter is the ideal time to hike the upper reaches of El Sereno Preserve. The southern exposure will warm you as you descend, then return on the…
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Explorer Hike: What Goes Down Must Go UpExplorer Hike: What Goes Down Must Go Up
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library
December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm
Birds at Bolinas Lagoon
Birds at Bolinas Lagoon
January 31, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
We’ll start the day looking for land birds in the willows and alders of Pine Gulch Delta, and then we’ll scan the waters of this unique estuary that attracts a…
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