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			1 Grand Reopening: Gallery of California Natural Sciences Grand Reopening: Gallery of California Natural Sciences Grand Reopening: Gallery of California Natural Sciences Grand Reopening: Gallery of California Natural Sciences Grand Reopening: Gallery of California Natural Sciences Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit May 1, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm This Spring 2013 art show OCEAN TRASH focuses on the Plastic Pollution Plague. Multiple artists will exhibit their mixed media and photography compositions. The show’s co-curators are Scott Tye, Nick… Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit May 1, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm This Spring 2013 art show OCEAN TRASH focuses on the Plastic Pollution Plague. Multiple artists will exhibit their mixed media and photography compositions. The show’s co-curators are Scott Tye, Nick… Explorer Hike: Into the Woods Explorer Hike: Into the Woods May 1, 2013 10:30 am – 2:30 pm Join docents Lynn Jackson, Dennis Smith, Bill Korbholz, and Laura Levin as you discover the wonderful spring flowers along the Woods Trail. Enjoy stunning views and a variety of plant… SPAWN California Naturalist Spring Training Course SPAWN California Naturalist Spring Training Course May 1, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Earn the UC California Naturalist Certificate in the SPAWN California Naturalist Training Course March 13- May 15! This course will immerse you in the interwoven wonders of the unique ecology and… Natural Heritage Dialogue Natural Heritage Dialogue May 1, 2013 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm From sand dunes and grasslands to eucalyptus and cypress groves, the natural heritage of the Presidio is as diverse as the people who have lived here. Natural heritage and environmental specialists…	2 Natural Heritage Dialogue Natural Heritage Dialogue Natural Heritage Dialogue Natural Heritage Dialogue Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit May 2, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm This Spring 2013 art show OCEAN TRASH focuses on the Plastic Pollution Plague. Multiple artists will exhibit their mixed media and photography compositions. The show’s co-curators are Scott Tye, Nick… Birds at Mount Burdell Birds at Mount Burdell May 2, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm By now, the breeding season should be in full swing. bullock’s orioles, lazuli buntings, and black-headed grosbeaks deliver an elaborate color scheme. House wrens, lark sparrows and western meadowlarks provide… Marin Audubon Society’s Thursday Morning Walk with Susan Kelly and Friends Marin Audubon Society’s Thursday Morning Walk with Susan Kelly and Friends May 2, 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… Bird Photography Workshop Bird Photography Workshop May 2, 2013 7:00 pm – May 4, 2013 10:00 pm If you love birds and want to capture those ﬂeeting moments, join experienced local photographer Ashok Khosla, and others and get the personalized coaching you need to take better pictures…	3 Bird Photography Workshop Bird Photography Workshop Bird Photography Workshop Bird Photography Workshop Bird Photography Workshop Bird Photography Workshop Bird Photography Workshop May 2, 2013 7:00 pm – May 4, 2013 10:00 pm If you love birds and want to capture those ﬂeeting moments, join experienced local photographer Ashok Khosla, and others and get the personalized coaching you need to take better pictures… Liberating the Wild: Exploring Botanical Niches and the Implications for Urban-Wildlands Conservation Liberating the Wild: Exploring Botanical Niches and the Implications for Urban-Wildlands Conservation May 3, 2013 4:00 am – May 5, 2013 12:00 pm California’s diverse flora is generally attributed to its complex array of climatic, topographical, and geological influences. At a finer scale, local ecological heterogeneity can provide niches and refugia for rare… Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit May 3, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm This Spring 2013 art show OCEAN TRASH focuses on the Plastic Pollution Plague. Multiple artists will exhibit their mixed media and photography compositions. The show’s co-curators are Scott Tye, Nick… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco May 3, 2013 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… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco May 3, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm A weekly opportunity to get your hands dirty on this unique urban landscaping project. 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At a finer scale, local ecological heterogeneity can provide niches and refugia for rare… Photography and Natural History in Monterey: A Workshop Photography and Natural History in Monterey: A Workshop May 4, 2013 – May 5, 2013 Regional Parks Botanic Garden Class Schedule Winter/Spring 2013 To enroll, print out the Class Registration Form and send it with your check payable to the order of Regional Parks Foundation to: John Rusk, 1354-B Lincoln… Hike & Hoot at Rancho Mark West Hike & Hoot at Rancho Mark West May 4, 2013 1:30 am – 9:15 pm Join the Friends of Mark West Watershed, LandPaths, and the Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation & Open Space District for a day of discovery & exploration at the beautiful Rancho Mark… Nestward Migration: Visit Great Blue Heron nests Nestward Migration: Visit Great Blue Heron nests May 4, 2013 7:45 am – 9:30 pm This annual event is not to be missed! At a hidden Laguna location off Willowside Road, not generally open to the public, is an impressive nesting colony of Great Blue Herons,… Jays & Juncos, Vireos & Vultures: Birding for Beginners Jays & Juncos, Vireos & Vultures: Birding for Beginners May 4, 2013 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Do you ever wonder “what kind of bird was that!?” Join local ornithologist and naturalist Lisa Hug and learn how to recognize many of the common birds at Pepperwood Preserve.… Banana Slug Redwood Bike Ride Banana Slug Redwood Bike Ride May 4, 2013 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Docent Dave Kocsis will meet you at the coast for a leisurely climb up to the Skyline Boulevard area, observing the many facets of life in the redwoods as you… Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit May 4, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm This Spring 2013 art show OCEAN TRASH focuses on the Plastic Pollution Plague. Multiple artists will exhibit their mixed media and photography compositions. The show’s co-curators are Scott Tye, Nick… Help Save Springs Hill in Terra Linda Help Save Springs Hill in Terra Linda May 4, 2013 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Goatgrass Removal Project on the Terra Linda/Sleepy Hollow Preserve, share the results of our management efforts, and explain future plans to address this agricultural pest. Following the meeting, we’ll roll… Morning Wildlife Hike Morning Wildlife Hike May 4, 2013 9:00 am – 10:30 am Discover some secrets of the wild on an easy 1.5 mile hike. Explore the basics of the food chain as you learn how to read animal tracks and about park… Occidental Arts and Ecology Center (OAEC) Weekend Plant Sales Occidental Arts and Ecology Center (OAEC) Weekend Plant Sales May 4, 2013 9:00 am – May 5, 2013 5:00 pm After a two-year building project, the Occidental Arts and Ecology Center (OAEC) has completed a new, modern greenhouse and a new California Certified Organic plant nursery specializing in open-pollinated, heirloom and rare… Gesture and Stillness Watercolor Workshop Gesture and Stillness Watercolor Workshop May 4, 2013 9:30 am – May 5, 2013 3:30 pm Watercolor workshop with Sally Baker and Marsha Connell Saturday and Sunday, May 4-5, 9:30am-3:30pm Location: Heron Hall, Laguna Environmental Center, 900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 $250 ($200 for Laguna Foundation members). Advanced… 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 May 4, 2013 9:30 am – 1:30 pm Half-day 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 the… Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Throughout the Bay Area, Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, located near I-280 and Edgewood Rd. in Redwood City, is famous for its spectacular spring wildflower displays. Friends of Edgewood docents… Citizen Science Day Citizen Science Day May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm The Marin Municipal Water District and the California Academy of Sciences invite families to a special citizen science day. MMWD and the California Academy of Sciences will be on top of… Wingding Family Fest Wingding Family Fest May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Celebrate spring in a beautiful setting for a bird-themed, family-focused event with fun for everyone! Activities include: guided bird walks and geocaching hikes, arts and crafts, hands-on science stations, and… Spring Native Plant Sale Spring Native Plant Sale May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Spring Native Plant Sale. Scores of species of native plants and bulbs suitable for California gardens. Speak to experts about lawn alternatives such as native perennials, wildflowers, and grasses. Free… Heron Watch at Stow Lake Heron Watch at Stow Lake May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Come and see the Great Blue Herons and their chicks! We provide a free Observation Program where Naturalists and interns are equipped with spotting scopes, ready to offer spectacular views… Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Martin Griffin Preserve (formerly called Bolinas Lagoon Preserve) hosts one of the most studied Great Egret nesting sites on the West Coast. Each year visitors can enjoy viewing approximately 100… Birding for Kids and Adults Birding for Kids and Adults May 4, 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… CNPS Native Plant Sale CNPS Native Plant Sale May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Scores of species of native plants suitable for California gardens. Speak to experts about lawn alternatives such as native perennials, wildflowers, and grasses. Native plant books, posters, and note cards.… Using the Myriad Shrubs of the Rosaceae Family in the Native Garden Using the Myriad Shrubs of the Rosaceae Family in the Native Garden May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 2:30 pm Regional Parks Botanic Garden Class Schedule Winter/Spring 2013 To enroll, print out the Class Registration Form and send it with your check payable to the order of Regional Parks Foundation to:John Rusk, 1354-B Lincoln… Wingding Family Fest Wingding Family Fest May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Join us to celebrate spring in a beautiful setting for a bird-themed, family-focused event with fun for everyone! Activities include: guided bird walks and geocaching hikes, arts and crafts, hands-on… Family Science Day ‘Sprouting Scientists’ at Lake Lagunitas Family Science Day ‘Sprouting Scientists’ at Lake Lagunitas May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm The Marin Municipal Water District believes that exposing youth to real scientific projects and the outdoors is the best way to instill environmental stewardship. And, lucky for us, the California… Introduction to Photography Introduction to Photography May 4, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Join a Docent for a 3.7-mile photography hike. Learn outdoor photography techniques and take pictures of the wildflowers, sunny meadows, shady forests, unusual rock formations, and breathtaking views. Bring a… Lawn Alternatives Class Lawn Alternatives Class May 4, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Tired of your lawn, but don’t know what to put in instead? Want to save money on your water bill? Come to this talk and be inspired to create a… Starr King Open Space Spring Wildflowers Celebration Starr King Open Space Spring Wildflowers Celebration May 4, 2013 10:30 am – 1:00 pm You probably know a California poppy, but would you know blue-eyed grass if it winked at you? Can you really wash your kid’s mouth out with soap plant? Want to… Los Gatos Creek Bird Contest Los Gatos Creek Bird Contest May 4, 2013 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Discover fun facts and learn how to identify birds that inhabit our local parks. Participate in a fun contest where you walk to explore the park looking for a variety… Power to the Petal Power to the Petal May 4, 2013 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Hike with a Park Ranger to explore a bounty of wildflowers and discover why this unique environment provides critical habitat for endangered species. Meet at Calero Reservoir, then carpool to… Guided Wildflower Walk Guided Wildflower Walk May 4, 2013 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm Join staff on a guided tour of the native wildflowers at Lands End! See this magnificent springtime display and learn fascinating facts about the remarkable plants of the coastal dune… Stevens Creek History Hike Stevens Creek History Hike May 4, 2013 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Learn about the first people to live in this area and how things changed over time as European settlers came and impacted the land. Hike about 2 miles to explore… Stargazing and Ice-cream Social! Stargazing and Ice-cream Social! May 4, 2013 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm Calling all lovers of the night sky! The Muir Heritage Land Trust & the Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society are partnering for this free event. Come at 5:30 for a walk on… Majestic Redwood Sunset Hike Majestic Redwood Sunset Hike May 4, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Join a Ranger on a 1-mile adventure through the towering coastal redwoods to view the sun set over Monterey Bay. View historic logging areas and discuss the future of our… Majestic Redwood Sunset Hike Majestic Redwood Sunset Hike May 4, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Join a Ranger on a 1-mile adventure through the towering coastal redwoods to view the sun set over Monterey Bay. View historic logging areas and discuss the future of our… Starry Night Hike Starry Night Hike May 4, 2013 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm Enjoy twilight, stargazing, and the nighttime environment on a 3.6-mile hike. Discover how to find night sky “objects” with binoculars and hear legends associated with spring constellations of the Northern…
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At a finer scale, local ecological heterogeneity can provide niches and refugia for rare… Photography and Natural History in Monterey: A Workshop Photography and Natural History in Monterey: A Workshop May 4, 2013 – May 5, 2013 Regional Parks Botanic Garden Class Schedule Winter/Spring 2013 To enroll, print out the Class Registration Form and send it with your check payable to the order of Regional Parks Foundation to: John Rusk, 1354-B Lincoln… Occidental Arts and Ecology Center (OAEC) Weekend Plant Sales Occidental Arts and Ecology Center (OAEC) Weekend Plant Sales May 4, 2013 9:00 am – May 5, 2013 5:00 pm After a two-year building project, the Occidental Arts and Ecology Center (OAEC) has completed a new, modern greenhouse and a new California Certified Organic plant nursery specializing in open-pollinated, heirloom and rare… Gesture and Stillness Watercolor Workshop Gesture and Stillness Watercolor Workshop May 4, 2013 9:30 am – May 5, 2013 3:30 pm Watercolor workshop with Sally Baker and Marsha Connell Saturday and Sunday, May 4-5, 9:30am-3:30pm Location: Heron Hall, Laguna Environmental Center, 900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 $250 ($200 for Laguna Foundation members). Advanced… Aves de Mayo Aves de Mayo May 5, 2013 8:30 am – 11:00 am Cinco de Mayo is for the birds! Listen to birdsong and observe springtime bird behavior on this relaxed 2-mile bird walk with docents Karen DeMello and Jan Hintermeister. Beginner birders… Redwood Trail Hike Redwood Trail Hike May 5, 2013 9:00 am – 11:30 am Join a Ranger on a moderate 3-mile loop hike to a scenic vista point. Explore the plants and animals that populate this young redwood forest above Saratoga. Wear sturdy hiking… Spring Wildflowers in Watercolor Spring Wildflowers in Watercolor May 5, 2013 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Explore approaches to painting spring wildflowers with artist Pamela Glasscock. Using both live flowers and photographs we will look at the botanical characteristics of flowers as we investigate their expressive… Wild Equity Institute Talk Wild Equity Institute Talk May 5, 2013 9:30 am – 11:00 am What matters more: our human communities or the natural world? This question, or a variant of it, drives environmental debates, and also drives a wedge between progressive movements. Brent Plater,… Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park May 5, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Throughout the Bay Area, Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, located near I-280 and Edgewood Rd. in Redwood City, is famous for its spectacular spring wildflower displays. Friends of Edgewood docents… Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve May 5, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Martin Griffin Preserve (formerly called Bolinas Lagoon Preserve) hosts one of the most studied Great Egret nesting sites on the West Coast. Each year visitors can enjoy viewing approximately 100… Nature for Kids at Mount Burdell Nature for Kids at Mount Burdell May 5, 2013 10:00 am – 5:00 pm The pond here is called “Hidden Lake” because it dries up every year and when that happens thousands of newts, treefrogs, and different kinds of insects that grew up in… Story Time with a Ranger Story Time with a Ranger May 5, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Explore tales and adventures of the natural world through short stories and participate in fun activities with a Ranger. Meet at the visitor center at the end of Malaguerra Ave.… Living History Day Living History Day May 5, 2013 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Come visit Casa Grande, once the magnificent home of New Almaden Mine Managers. Costumed Docents and staff will guide you through Victorian period rooms and museum exhibits. Children will be… Beginning Birdwatching Beginning Birdwatching May 5, 2013 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Are you intimidated by large binoculars, bird books, and multi-pocketed safari jackets? Then join us for a leisurely beginning birder hike and explore the shoreline with your naturalist who is… Family Fun at Green Gulch Farm Family Fun at Green Gulch Farm May 5, 2013 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Join URBIA Adventure League, Green Gulch, and Bay Nature for a Cinqo de Mayo afternoon of family fun at Green Gulch Farm at the Green Dragon Zen Temple near Muir… Los Trancos Earthquake Walk Los Trancos Earthquake Walk May 5, 2013 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm Join docents Mike Alexander and Johnny Zweig “where worlds collide” at the junction of the Pacific and North American plates. On this 2- to 3-mile stroll, you’ll discover remnants of…	6 Los Trancos Earthquake Walk Los Trancos Earthquake Walk Laguna Foundation Docent Training Laguna Foundation Docent Training May 6, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm The Laguna Foundation seeks volunteers who want to learn about the Laguna and share their knowledge and enthusiasm with school children. Volunteers learn about the plants, animals and cultural history of… May 6, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Greens at Work meets on the first Saturday of the month at Pt. Isabel to remove areas infested by non-native plants and to restore native plants to the area. Be sure…	7	8 Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit Ocean Trash – Art Exhibit May 8, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm This Spring 2013 art show OCEAN TRASH focuses on the Plastic Pollution Plague. Multiple artists will exhibit their mixed media and photography compositions. The show’s co-curators are Scott Tye, Nick… Stafford Lake Stafford Lake May 8, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm The day will start at the small pond near the western end of the reservoir, always a good spot for birds, amphibians, snakes and interesting insects. Then we’ll follow the… Scenic Aerobic Hike Scenic Aerobic Hike May 8, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join docents Stella Yang and Stephen Buckhout for a 4- to 6-mile, moderately-paced workout with infrequent stops. You can expect to see many wildflowers in bloom on this spring excursion. Meet… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 8, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… SPAWN California Naturalist Spring Training Course SPAWN California Naturalist Spring Training Course May 8, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Earn the UC California Naturalist Certificate in the SPAWN California Naturalist Training Course March 13- May 15! This course will immerse you in the interwoven wonders of the unique ecology and… Conversation: Urban Refuge Conversation: Urban Refuge May 8, 2013 7:00 pm – May 9, 2013 10:00 pm Nature can often seem remote within our everyday urban lives, however our cities provide habitat to many wild animals, insects and amphibians that have adapted to even the most hostile… Six Week Sustainable Gardening Series Six Week Sustainable Gardening Series May 8, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Did you know that our Mediterranean climate is perfect for year-round gardens? Join the Guadalupe River Park Conservancy and Master Gardeners Dee Brown and Ann Northrup for an exciting six…	9 Six Week Sustainable Gardening Series Six Week Sustainable Gardening Series Six Week Sustainable Gardening Series Six Week Sustainable Gardening Series Six Week Sustainable Gardening Series Six Week Sustainable Gardening Series Conversation: Urban Refuge Conversation: Urban Refuge May 8, 2013 7:00 pm – May 9, 2013 10:00 pm Nature can often seem remote within our everyday urban lives, however our cities provide habitat to many wild animals, insects and amphibians that have adapted to even the most hostile… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 9, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Hack the Sky? A public debate on geoengineering Hack the Sky? A public debate on geoengineering May 9, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm EARTH ISLAND JOURNAL and GRIST Present A Public Debate on the Question of Geoengineering What: With greenhouse gas emissions continuing to rise, some scientists say we need to begin seriously researching what’s… Backyard Roots Urban Farmer Slide Presentation Backyard Roots Urban Farmer Slide Presentation May 9, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Please join author and photographer Lori Eanes for a slideshow presentation from her book Backyard Roots: Lessons on Living Local from 35 Urban Farmers. This inspiring book is about 35… Talk: Shark Attack and Attack on Sharks Talk: Shark Attack and Attack on Sharks May 9, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm David McGuire is Founder and Director of Sea Stewards. As a Research Associate of the Department of Aquatic Biology at the California Academy of Sciences, McGuire conducts a shark research program… Shark Attacks & Attacks on Sharks at the Randall Museum Shark Attacks & Attacks on Sharks at the Randall Museum May 9, 2013 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Join David McGuire, marine biologist, ocean advocate, and director of Sea Stewards, for a talk on Shark Attacks & Attacks on Sharks. As a Research Associate of the Department of Aquatic Biology…	10 Shark Attacks & Attacks on Sharks at the Randall Museum Shark Attacks & Attacks on Sharks at the Randall Museum Shark Attacks & Attacks on Sharks at the Randall Museum Shark Attacks & Attacks on Sharks at the Randall Museum Shark Attacks & Attacks on Sharks at the Randall Museum Shark Attacks & Attacks on Sharks at the Randall Museum Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco May 10, 2013 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… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 10, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco May 10, 2013 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… Friday Flowers at Grant Park Friday Flowers at Grant Park May 10, 2013 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Explore the park’s fields of color and learn how to identify local wildflowers on an easy 3-mile hike with a Ranger. Discover poisonous flowers and those with medicinal value. Meet… History of the Delta History of the Delta May 10, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Learn about the history of the delta – from the early 1800s up to 2012 – from farming, discovery of gold, railroad building, and levee building to the present time… Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk May 10, 2013 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm The latest scientific data shows that Sudden Oak Death (SOD) is not inevitable, and can be controlled and even stopped! The good news is that SOD travels slowly, and can be…	11 Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Sudden Oak Death Talk Seaweed Ecology, Nutrition, and Use Seaweed Ecology, Nutrition, and Use May 11, 2013 3:00 am – 4:30 pm Presentation with sustainable agriculture instructor and farmer, Heidi Herrmann Saturday, May 11, 3:00-4:30pm Location: Heron Hall, Laguna Environmental Center, 900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 $10 at the door. No RSVP necessary. Seaweeds… Wahle Watch Cruise Wahle Watch Cruise May 11, 2013 8:30 am – 12:00 pm The northbound annual gray whale migration through our marine sanctuaries is underway as they return from their Mexican breeding grounds to Arctic feeding grounds. In spring females with their calves travel… What’s Eating You? A Natural History of Insect Herbivores What’s Eating You? A Natural History of Insect Herbivores May 11, 2013 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Insects and plants enjoy and endure a wide range of interactions including pollination, decomposition, disease transmission, and herbivory. Each of these interactions may exhibit a wide range of complexity, from… Mission Blue Nursery Native Plant Sale Mission Blue Nursery Native Plant Sale May 11, 2013 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Our Mission Blue Nursery sells exclusively plants native to San Bruno Mountain and adapted to San Bruno Mountain and the northern SF Peninsula. Sale proceeds will directly benefit the mountain by helping the nursery to… Windy Hill in English y Espagnol Windy Hill in English y Espagnol May 11, 2013 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Join docents Ann Reisenauer, Lina Mesa, and Susan Bernhard for a bilingual hike along the slopes of lower Windy Hill Preserve. On this 4- to 5-mile leisurely hike, you’ll learn… Occidental Arts and Ecology Center Annual Summer Plant Sales Occidental Arts and Ecology Center Annual Summer Plant Sales May 11, 2013 9:00 am – May 12, 2013 5:00 pm The Occidental Arts and Ecology Center will hold its annual Summer Plant Sales, for the first time, for two entire weekends on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12. Plant… Birds and Flowers at Loma Alta Birds and Flowers at Loma Alta May 11, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm This public trail easement passes through some great wildflower habitats including serpentine soil that hosts some unusual species. It’s also one of the best places to see some great birds,… Halibut Derby at Paradise Park Halibut Derby at Paradise Park May 11, 2013 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Join rangers for this annual fishing contest! Prizes awarded for biggest and most halibut caught. A limited number of fishing poles and bait will be provided first-come, first-serve to beginner… Free Public Hike at Pepperwood Free Public Hike at Pepperwood May 11, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Join us for a FREE general introduction to the natural history and land management of Pepperwood Preserve. This is a moderate 4-5 mile hike with an elevation loss and gain… MIssion Blue Nursery Native Plant Sale MIssion Blue Nursery Native Plant Sale May 11, 2013 9:00 am – 2:00 pm The Mission Blue Nursery grows only San Bruno Mountain native plants. The nursery is operated in cooperation with Friends of San Bruno Mountain. Please join us in cultivating and celebrating… Float Like A Butterfly Float Like A Butterfly May 11, 2013 9:00 am – 1:30 pm Join a park docent for a moderate 3.6-mile loop to enjoy butterflies and late-spring wildflowers. Meet at the Sprig Trail entrance on Hecker Pass Rd. Dress in layers with sturdy… 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 May 11, 2013 9:30 am – 1:30 pm Half-day 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 the… Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Throughout the Bay Area, Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, located near I-280 and Edgewood Rd. in Redwood City, is famous for its spectacular spring wildflower displays. Friends of Edgewood docents… Family Hike with a Ranger Family Hike with a Ranger May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Take a 2-mile hike with a Ranger into the hills to explore wildflowers and wildlife. Meet at the park office with layered clothing, sturdy walking shoes, sun protection, water and… Heron Watch at Stow Lake Heron Watch at Stow Lake May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Come and see the Great Blue Herons and their chicks! We provide a free Observation Program where Naturalists and interns are equipped with spotting scopes, ready to offer spectacular views… Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Martin Griffin Preserve (formerly called Bolinas Lagoon Preserve) hosts one of the most studied Great Egret nesting sites on the West Coast. Each year visitors can enjoy viewing approximately 100… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Spring In Bloom at Jack London Historic Park: The Story Behind the Cottage Garden Spring In Bloom at Jack London Historic Park: The Story Behind the Cottage Garden May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Cottage Gardener Jenny Randall shares “Jack’s Garden, The Story Behind the Cottage Garden,” unraveling the layers of garden history surrounding Jack and Charmian London’s cottage garden. Learn about turn of… May Flowers Wildflower Hike May Flowers Wildflower Hike May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Discover why certain soils and rocky mixtures produce the most beautiful and abundant wildflowers, and learn which endangered species thrive in these serpentine habitats. Meet at the Stiles Trailhead on… Farallones Cephapalooza! Squid Art & Exploration Farallones Cephapalooza! Squid Art & Exploration May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Join our Farallones marine sanctuary naturalist for a family-friendly squid dissection and art program. Enjoy a beautiful film of a squid giving birth to thousands of babies. Help dissect a… Bird Hike: Pushing the Birding Envelope II Bird Hike: Pushing the Birding Envelope II May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Last May, we strove in vain to find a small, unassuming bird called a Black Tern that passes through our marshes only during the month of May. Today, we are… Green Connections Project Update Green Connections Project Update May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Please join the Planning Department at the Visitacion Valley Library on Saturday May 11th for a Green Connections project update. The team will present several options for a Green Connection… Integrated Pest Management Class Integrated Pest Management Class May 11, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Learn about the garden ecosystem to find environmentally sound solutions for pests and diseases. A combination of methods is usually more effective over the long term than any single method.… SF McLaren Park Bioblitz! SF McLaren Park Bioblitz! May 11, 2013 12:00 pm – 5:30 pm Bring your Tricorder, er, smart phone, and help catalogue the natural wonders of an urban park! Nerds for Nature, scientists, and amateur naturalists will work together to find and identify as… Guided Wildflower Walk Guided Wildflower Walk May 11, 2013 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm Join staff on a guided tour of the native wildflowers at Lands End! See this magnificent springtime display and learn fascinating facts about the remarkable plants of the coastal dune… Wildflower Bouquet Wildflower Bouquet May 11, 2013 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm What floral display will Mother Nature put on for Bay Area Moms this year? Join docents Richard and Toni Gooch on this leisurely-paced, 3.5-mile walk to Borel Hill and back… Wild Oakland’s Insect Illustration walk Wild Oakland’s Insect Illustration walk May 11, 2013 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Wild Oakland presents… Insect Illustration with Tim Manolis! Manolis is a native Californian who literally wrote (and illustrated) the book on California dragonflies and damselflies- the complete guide for our state! He’ll go over… Friends of Edgewood’s 20th birthday party celebration Friends of Edgewood’s 20th birthday party celebration May 11, 2013 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Come to a Family Friendly Free Birthday Party May 11th 1:00 to 4:00, Bill and Jean Lane Education Center at Edgewood County Park and Natural Preserve in Redwood City 6 Old Stage Coach Rd… Family-Friendly Free Birthday Party Family-Friendly Free Birthday Party May 11, 2013 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Celebrate at a Family-Friendly, Free Birthday Party Don’t miss out on the free fun, food and festivities. The public is invited to help the Friends of Edgewood celebrate their 20th birthday. … Majestic Redwood Sunset Hike Majestic Redwood Sunset Hike May 11, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Take a 1-mile adventure through the towering coastal redwoods to view the sun set over Monterey Bay. View historic logging areas and discuss the future of our remaining majestic redwood… Stewards Presents: Stargazing in Austin Creek SRA Stewards Presents: Stargazing in Austin Creek SRA May 11, 2013 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm Have you ever wanted to escape the lights and sounds of the city to enjoy the peace and serenity of the night sky? Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods is… Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant May 11, 2013 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm Join the Halls Valley Astronomical Group for a night of star-gazing fun. Knowledgeable volunteers will provide you with a chance to look through a variety of telescopes and answer questions…
12 Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Star Party at Joseph D. Grant Occidental Arts and Ecology Center Annual Summer Plant Sales Occidental Arts and Ecology Center Annual Summer Plant Sales May 11, 2013 9:00 am – May 12, 2013 5:00 pm The Occidental Arts and Ecology Center will hold its annual Summer Plant Sales, for the first time, for two entire weekends on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12. Plant… Organic Heirloom Plant Sales Organic Heirloom Plant Sales May 12, 2013 9:00 am – 5:00 pm May 4 & 5 May 11 & 12 Member Preview: May 3, 3 – 6 pm SUMMER ORGANIC PLANT SALE AND TOURS The Occidental Arts and Ecology Center will hold its annual Summer Plant… Mother’s Day Healthy Trails Hike Mother’s Day Healthy Trails Hike May 12, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Take a 2-mile moderate hike into the scenic redwoods with a Park Interpreter. Trek to Lookout Point, where on a clear day you can see all the way out to… Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park May 12, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Throughout the Bay Area, Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, located near I-280 and Edgewood Rd. in Redwood City, is famous for its spectacular spring wildflower displays. Friends of Edgewood docents… Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve May 12, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Martin Griffin Preserve (formerly called Bolinas Lagoon Preserve) hosts one of the most studied Great Egret nesting sites on the West Coast. Each year visitors can enjoy viewing approximately 100… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 12, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Springtime pilgrimage to Black Mountain Springtime pilgrimage to Black Mountain May 12, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Join docents Maureen Draper, Susan Bernhard, and Kay Rodrigues on a leisurely hike on old ranch roads through the southern boundaries of the Preserve via Waterwheel Creek Trail to Black… Exploring Teague Hill Exploring Teague Hill May 12, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Explore this little-known preserve with docents Mary Bernstein, Steve Brugler, and Paul Billig. Bring your spirit of adventure as you hike about 5 miles through the sometimes steep and obscure… 50th Annual Mother’s Day BBQ at Martin Griffin Preserve 50th Annual Mother’s Day BBQ at Martin Griffin Preserve May 12, 2013 11:00 am – 3:00 pm For 50 years, Audubon Canyon Ranch and Marin Audubon Society have hosted a Mother’s Day BBQ at Martin Griffin Preserve. Families and friends come together for a day of food… Life on the Edge: Endangered Species Along the Coastal Trail Hike Life on the Edge: Endangered Species Along the Coastal Trail Hike May 12, 2013 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm You are invited to join Brent Plater of the Wild Equity Institute on a 5-mile hike along the edge of the North American continent. We will explore San Francisco’s beautiful… Edible Plant Walk Edible Plant Walk May 12, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Taste common plants of the salt marsh like pickleweed, mustard and New Zealand spinach. All are welcome to come learn about ancient and modern uses for these delectable edibles. Take… Beginning Birding Hike Beginning Birding Hike May 12, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Docents Amy and Mike Sanchez would like to show you how to spot and identify local birds. You’ll walk at a moderate pace, on this 2.5-mile trek, with stops at… Mother’s Day Piano Concert at Jack London Historic Park Mother’s Day Piano Concert at Jack London Historic Park May 12, 2013 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm The Jack London Piano Club marks its 25th anniversary and celebrates Mother’s Day with a special Spring Concert to benefit Jack London State Historic Park. Featured will be guest artist…	13 Mother’s Day Piano Concert at Jack London Historic Park Mother’s Day Piano Concert at Jack London Historic Park Mother’s Day Piano Concert at Jack London Historic Park Mother’s Day Piano Concert at Jack London Historic Park Organic Heirloom Plant Sales Organic Heirloom Plant Sales May 12, 2013 9:00 am – 5:00 pm May 4 & 5 May 11 & 12 Member Preview: May 3, 3 – 6 pm SUMMER ORGANIC PLANT SALE AND TOURS The Occidental Arts and Ecology Center will hold its annual Summer Plant… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 13, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Laguna Foundation Docent Training Laguna Foundation Docent Training May 13, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm The Laguna Foundation seeks volunteers who want to learn about the Laguna and share their knowledge and enthusiasm with school children. Volunteers learn about the plants, animals and cultural history of… History Through a Changed Landscape History Through a Changed Landscape May 13, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Take a 4-mile hike back through time to learn about mining history and more current events that helped shape the landscape of this historic park. Meet at the Woods Rd.…	14 History Through a Changed Landscape History Through a Changed Landscape Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 14, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… From reservoir to ridge From reservoir to ridge May 14, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Joint docents Ed North and Kate Gudmundson on a fast-paced hike up to Maisie’s Peak and Nob Hill for views of Silicon Valley. You’ll hike about 9 miles on the…	15 From reservoir to ridge From reservoir to ridge From reservoir to ridge From reservoir to ridge From reservoir to ridge Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 15, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Explorer Hike: On a clear day Explorer Hike: On a clear day May 15, 2013 10:30 am – 2:25 pm Join docents Bill Korbholz, Laura Levin, Lynn Jackson, and Dennis Smith as you search the grasslands and forest for signs of spring on this leisurely 3-mile hike. You’ll lunch at… SPAWN California Naturalist Spring Training Course SPAWN California Naturalist Spring Training Course May 15, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Earn the UC California Naturalist Certificate in the SPAWN California Naturalist Training Course March 13- May 15! This course will immerse you in the interwoven wonders of the unique ecology and… Forming Flowers: How Beauty and Function Evolve Forming Flowers: How Beauty and Function Evolve May 15, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join evolutionary plant biologist Dr. Chelsea Specht of UC Berkeley as she discusses how flowers have evolved to display a diversity of form and function. Her current research projects involve… Multiple Universes and Cosmic Inflation – The Quest to Understand Our Universe and Find Others Multiple Universes and Cosmic Inflation – The Quest to Understand Our Universe and Find Others May 15, 2013 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Join Anthony Aguirre, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Physics, University of California, Santa Cruz, for an intriguing talk on Multiple Universes & Cosmic Inflation – The Quest to Understand Our Universe and…	16 Multiple Universes and Cosmic Inflation – The Quest to Understand Our Universe and Find Others Multiple Universes and Cosmic Inflation – The Quest to Understand Our Universe and Find Others Multiple Universes and Cosmic Inflation – The Quest to Understand Our Universe and Find Others Multiple Universes and Cosmic Inflation – The Quest to Understand Our Universe and Find Others Multiple Universes and Cosmic Inflation – The Quest to Understand Our Universe and Find Others Alaska – breeding grounds for the flyways Alaska – breeding grounds for the flyways May 16, 2013 7:00 am – 9:00 pm Golden Gate Audubon presents Nils Warnock Berkeley: Thursday, May 16 7 p.m. refreshments, 7:30 p.m. program Western Sandpipers on the Copper River Delta / Photo by Milo Burcham Did you know that Alaska supports… Bay Area Open Space Conference Bay Area Open Space Conference May 16, 2013 8:30 am – 4:30 pm The Open Space Conference is an annual favorite for all of us in the Bay Area who care about parks, trails, working lands, and other open spaces. And registration is now… Third Thursday: Waterwheel Creek and Black Mountain Third Thursday: Waterwheel Creek and Black Mountain May 16, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Join docents Tommi and Strether Smith for a 5-mile, moderately-paced hike to Black Mountain along the Waterwheel Creek Trail. This Preserve puts on a beautiful display of spring wildflowers just… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 16, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay May 16, 2013 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Join Michael McGowan, fisheries oceanographer and aquatic ecologist, for an engaging talk on Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay. McGowan will discuss the possibility of how an invasive species may actually be…	17 Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay Rethinking Invasive Species in SF Bay BIRDING THE HILL BIRDING THE HILL May 17, 2013 8:00 am – 9:00 am Explore Corona Heights Park with Audubon experts to check out its avian inhabitants and spring visitors. Birders will circle the hill to look into several habitats, each of which is… Sunflower Power! Sunflower Power! May 17, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Explore the extraordinary diversity of the sunflower plant family (Asteraceae) with botanist Peter Warner. Using diagrams, photographs and live material both in the lab and on the trail, learn the… Portola Redwoods State Park Portola Redwoods State Park May 17, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Volunteer with the California State Parks Foundation’s, ‘Park Champions Program.’ Join us for a workday at Portola Redwoods State Park which will focus on brush clearance in the campground area at… East Bay Regional Parks: Upper San Leandro Reservoir East Bay Regional Parks: Upper San Leandro Reservoir May 17, 2013 9:30 am – 4:00 pm REDWOOD REGIONAL PARK: Join an informative and strenuous 10-mile nature hike up, down, and all around! From Redwood to San Leandro Reservoir and back via EBMUD lands. Bring snack to share. 12+yrs No… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco May 17, 2013 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… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 17, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco May 17, 2013 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… Outdoor Classroom Outdoor Classroom May 17, 2013 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Use the wonderful outdoors as your classroom for the day. Enjoy a moderate 4-mile hike with a Ranger and peel back the layers of miracles that nature holds. Meet at… Head Honchos Hike: MROSD and POST Head Honchos Hike: MROSD and POST May 17, 2013 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Curious to learn more about the decades-long relationship between the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD) and Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST)? Come join MROSD General Manager Stephen E. 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Using diagrams, photographs and live material both in the lab and on the trail, learn the… SF city-wide Rare Plant Treasure Hunt SF city-wide Rare Plant Treasure Hunt May 18, 2013 9:00 am – 1:30 pm Join CNPS, the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, SF Parks and Recreation, and Wild Equity for a morning searching out some of the city’s rare plant populations. In addition to… MMWD Habitat Restoration MMWD Habitat Restoration May 18, 2013 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Come save our serpentine rare plants from goats! Well, from goatgrass, an invasive annual grass and one of the few weeds that can grow in serpentine grasslands. Get introduced to… Springtime Blooms on Mount Wanda Springtime Blooms on Mount Wanda May 18, 2013 9:30 am – 12:00 pm Join Bay Nature and the National Park Service for an interpretive walk at the John Muir National Historic site with park naturalist Fernando Villalba. Living with Wildlife Living with Wildlife May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Take an easy walk through the Redwoods and learn about living with wildlife such as mountain lions, bobcats and coyotes. Discover what “normal” animal behavior is, what wildlife needs to… Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Throughout the Bay Area, Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, located near I-280 and Edgewood Rd. in Redwood City, is famous for its spectacular spring wildflower displays. Friends of Edgewood docents… Healthy Trails Bilingual (Spanish) Hike Healthy Trails Bilingual (Spanish) Hike May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Take an easy 2.6-mile walk with a bilingual guide along the Los Gatos Creek Trail. Meet at the parking lot by the fly casting pond with sturdy hiking shoes, sun… Heron Watch at Stow Lake Heron Watch at Stow Lake May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Come and see the Great Blue Herons and their chicks! We provide a free Observation Program where Naturalists and interns are equipped with spotting scopes, ready to offer spectacular views… Kent Island Restoration Team Kent Island Restoration Team May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Help Marin County Parks restore Kent Island in Bolinas Lagoon. Spring 2013 marks the launch of a new volunteer program we call the Kent Island Restoration Team! There are a… WWW – Wandering, Wildflower, and Wine WWW – Wandering, Wildflower, and Wine May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm It’s spring-time! Join docents Martin Manley and Linda Smith for a moderately-paced, 4-mile hike through Picchetti Ranch Preserve to check out the wildflowers that were nourished by the winter rains.… Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Martin Griffin Preserve (formerly called Bolinas Lagoon Preserve) hosts one of the most studied Great Egret nesting sites on the West Coast. Each year visitors can enjoy viewing approximately 100… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Help Cerrito Creek at Albany Hill Help Cerrito Creek at Albany Hill May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Help with spring maintenance along beautiful Cerrito Creek, in El Cerrito’s and Albany’s Creekside Parks. Big cow parsnip is blooming on the banks; kids can splash in the creek or… Olompali State Historic Park’s 28th Annual Heritage Day Olompali State Historic Park’s 28th Annual Heritage Day May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm The Olompali People and California State Parks will team up again this year to host the 28th annual Olompali State Historic Park Heritage Day at the park on Sunday, May… Coastal Wildflower Walk at Lands End Coastal Wildflower Walk at Lands End May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join National Park Service and Farallones sanctuary staff on a walk through Land’s End, overlooking the marine sanctuaries, and the mighty Pacific beyond. Keep an eye out for native plants… Volunteer at Garber Park Volunteer at Garber Park May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Meet at the Evergreen Lane entrance at 10:00 AM. We will be pulling and chopping the usual suspect invasives! Our planting beds at the Evergreen end of the trail really… Workshop on the Diverse and Enigmatic Asteraceae Workshop on the Diverse and Enigmatic Asteraceae May 18, 2013 10:00 am – May 19, 2013 2:30 pm Regional Parks Botanic Garden Class Schedule Winter/Spring 2013 To enroll, print out the Class Registration Form and send it with your check payable to the order of Regional Parks Foundation to: John Rusk, 1354-B Lincoln… Starting a Veggie Garden Starting a Veggie Garden May 18, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm What to know before you start an organic veggie garden! Learn veggie gardening basics for a more fruitful and satisfying experience as an organic gardener. Pam will cover all of… Ranches & Rolling Hills Art Show Preview with Farm-to-Table Lunch in the Field Ranches & Rolling Hills Art Show Preview with Farm-to-Table Lunch in the Field May 18, 2013 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Join MALT on Saturday, May 18 for a private celebration with renowned California landscape artists who have painted on MALT-protected farms and ranches for the 16th annual Ranches & Rolling… Guided Wildflower Walk Guided Wildflower Walk May 18, 2013 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm Join staff on a guided tour of the native wildflowers at Lands End! See this magnificent springtime display and learn fascinating facts about the remarkable plants of the coastal dune… Family Hikes at Spring Lake Regional Park Family Hikes at Spring Lake Regional Park May 18, 2013 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Get the kids outside and let them explore Spring Lake Regional Park with a naturalist from the park’s Environmental Discovery Center. On the third Saturday of each month, naturalists lead… History Walk at Joseph D. Grant History Walk at Joseph D. Grant May 18, 2013 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Join park staff on a leisurely walk to see historical features in the park. Learn about the history of Halls Valley from the Ohlone days to the more recent past.… May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18, 2013 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm Please join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for the May 18th astronomy program. Lower Summit Parking Lot of Mt. Diablo State Park. The program starts at 7:30 (enter the park at…
19 May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo May 18 Public Astronomy Program On Mt Diablo Workshop on the Diverse and Enigmatic Asteraceae Workshop on the Diverse and Enigmatic Asteraceae May 18, 2013 10:00 am – May 19, 2013 2:30 pm Regional Parks Botanic Garden Class Schedule Winter/Spring 2013 To enroll, print out the Class Registration Form and send it with your check payable to the order of Regional Parks Foundation to: John Rusk, 1354-B Lincoln… Water quality monitoring Water quality monitoring May 19, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Water Quality Monitoring Information Who: Volunteers of all ages are welcome; minors under 18 require a signed waiver and children under 12 require an accompanying adult. What: Starting with McClellan Ranch we will visit nine sites on Stevens… Water quality monitoring Water quality monitoring May 19, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Water Quality Monitoring Information Who: Volunteers of all ages are welcome; minors under 18 require a signed waiver and children under 12 require an accompanying adult. What: Starting with McClellan Ranch we will visit nine sites on Stevens… Sign and Scat: Evidence of Wildlife Sign and Scat: Evidence of Wildlife May 19, 2013 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Ever wonder “whose poop is that!?” Learn how to identify and better understand local wildlife by analyzing scat and signs left by animals as they move through the environment. This… Birds at Mount Burdell Birds at Mount Burdell May 19, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm We’ll get an early start so we can focus on vocalizations. Bird activity should be at its peak: Some species will be working overtime to satisfy their ravenous broods, some… Healthy Trails Hike Healthy Trails Hike May 19, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Join a park interpreter on a 5.2-mile strenuous hike through diverse habitats. Enjoy spectacular views near the historic mining camps of New Almaden. Meet at the Hacienda park entrance with… East Bay Regional Parks: Farewell To Spring hike East Bay Regional Parks: Farewell To Spring hike May 19, 2013 9:30 am – 12:00 pm Farewell To Spring! Search for some of the season’s last wildflowers on this 2-3 mile hike. Parking fee: $5. Meet at the upper parking lot. Location: Black Diamond Mines, upper parking lot. Unlimited openings Ages… Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park May 19, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Throughout the Bay Area, Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, located near I-280 and Edgewood Rd. in Redwood City, is famous for its spectacular spring wildflower displays. Friends of Edgewood docents… Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve May 19, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Martin Griffin Preserve (formerly called Bolinas Lagoon Preserve) hosts one of the most studied Great Egret nesting sites on the West Coast. Each year visitors can enjoy viewing approximately 100… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 19, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Culinary Hike at Mount Burdell Culinary Hike at Mount Burdell May 19, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Get your hiking shoes on and your taste buds ready. Ranger Charlie Schonwasser and Native Foods Chef, John Farais, lead this culinary hike on beautiful Mount Burdell. Learn the many… Get involved with native oyster restoration Get involved with native oyster restoration May 19, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm With the help of community volunteers, what used to be formless mounds of oyster shell and sand have now taken shape and evolved into the future homes for thousands of… The Green Hairstreak Project: Workday The Green Hairstreak Project: Workday May 19, 2013 10:00 am – 7:00 pm Join us for a day dedicated to the The Green Hairstreak butterfly! The Green Hairstreak is a member of the Lycaenidae Family, or “gossamer-winged” butterflies, and historically flew throughout the peninsula… The Ohlone Way The Ohlone Way May 19, 2013 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Docents Keith Johnsgård and Jenny Whitman will lead this leisurely 2.5-mile hike on the Pond, Ipiwa, and Butano View Trails to acquaint you with the Ohlone Indian way of life… Weekend Weed Warriors Weekend Weed Warriors May 19, 2013 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Have a positive impact on the environment by volunteering at the Hayward Shoreline. We need your help and enthusiasm to eradicate the non-native plants that threaten shoreline diversity. Restoration days… Helping Hands for Healthy Lands with Drew Shell Helping Hands for Healthy Lands with Drew Shell May 19, 2013 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm All events are open to the public. Donations are suggested and appreciated. Proceeds support the Friends of Edgewood habitat management and educational programs. Dates and times are subject to change due…	20 Helping Hands for Healthy Lands with Drew Shell Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 20, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit…	21 Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 21, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit…	22 Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 22, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Scenic Aerobic Hike Scenic Aerobic Hike May 22, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join docents Stella Yang and Stephen Buckhout for a 4- to 6-mile, moderately-paced workout with infrequent stops. You can expect to see many wildflowers in bloom on this spring excursion. Meet…	23 Scenic Aerobic Hike Scenic Aerobic Hike Scenic Aerobic Hike Scenic Aerobic Hike Walkers 50+: Looking for signs of (wild)life Walkers 50+: Looking for signs of (wild)life May 23, 2013 9:00 am – 11:00 am Walkers 50+: Join Ranger Bob Flasher on an easy, almost level walk of under 4 miles, from the Tilden Nature Area up Wildcat Canyon and along Jewel Lake. We’ll search… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 23, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Focus on Grasses with Ashley Ratcliffe Focus on Grasses with Ashley Ratcliffe May 23, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm This walk will explore the theme “how to look at a grass” and will serve to familiarize those of us who are botanically inclined but are intimidated by the completely… Wildflowers of Russian Ridge Wildflowers of Russian Ridge May 23, 2013 10:30 am – 2:30 pm This Preserve is renowned for its spring wildflower display, and now is the time to experience the bloom. On this moderately-paced, 8-mile, 1,400-foot gain hike with docents Fran Keeler and…	24 Wildflowers of Russian Ridge Wildflowers of Russian Ridge Wildflowers of Russian Ridge Wildflowers of Russian Ridge Give the Ocean a Voice: Part III Ocean Plastic – You are what you Eat Give the Ocean a Voice: Part III Ocean Plastic – You are what you Eat May 24, 2013 1:30 am – 2:00 pm In support of the America’s Cup Healthy Ocean Project, this short talk will address the issue of plastic in our oceans and the impact it is having on the food… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco May 24, 2013 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… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 24, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco May 24, 2013 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…	25 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 Ring Mountain Thistle Pull Ring Mountain Thistle Pull May 25, 2013 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Come to Ring Mountain to help restore habitat on this special volunteer day. Today we will be following up on the annual “Ring Mountain Thistle Pull”. We will protect the… Worn Spring Grassland Rare Plant Treasure Hunt Worn Spring Grassland Rare Plant Treasure Hunt May 25, 2013 9:40 am – 2:00 pm Join the Marin Municipal Water District and CNPS for a Rare Plant Treasure Hunt at Worn Spring Grasslands near Mt. Tamalpais. We’ll try to relocate an old record of white-rayed… Introductory Geocaching Family Hike Introductory Geocaching Family Hike May 25, 2013 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, Lyndall Erb, and an REI Outdoor School instructor to… Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park May 25, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Throughout the Bay Area, Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, located near I-280 and Edgewood Rd. in Redwood City, is famous for its spectacular spring wildflower displays. Friends of Edgewood docents… Wonders of Wildlife Riparian Walk Wonders of Wildlife Riparian Walk May 25, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Take a short hike through a riparian area to identify animal signs, look for wildlife, and explore how we all fit into the ecosystem’s web of life. Meet at the… Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve May 25, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Martin Griffin Preserve (formerly called Bolinas Lagoon Preserve) hosts one of the most studied Great Egret nesting sites on the West Coast. Each year visitors can enjoy viewing approximately 100… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 25, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… San Bruno Mountain Watch Founder’s Hike with David Schooley San Bruno Mountain Watch Founder’s Hike with David Schooley May 25, 2013 10:00 am – 1:30 pm David Schooley, founder of San Bruno Mountain Watch, will lead his popular Founder’s Hike on the 4th Saturday of each month. David has devoted decades of work to preserving the mountain… Bird Hike: To Hover or Not to Hover Bird Hike: To Hover or Not to Hover May 25, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Our resident pair of White-tailed Kites that winter near the Interpretive Center actually nest closer to the West Winton trailhead. Today, we’ll be on the lookout for this fun pair… Indian Tree Indian Tree May 25, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm We’ll try to make it to the top for lunch, but that will depend on how many flowers, birds, butterflies, and other discoveries catch our eye along the way. We’ll… Guided Wildflower Walk Guided Wildflower Walk May 25, 2013 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm Join staff on a guided tour of the native wildflowers at Lands End! See this magnificent springtime display and learn fascinating facts about the remarkable plants of the coastal dune… Planting the Native Way Planting the Native Way May 25, 2013 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Enjoy a leisurely 2.5-mile hike with a Ranger to explore the benefits of native plants and how to add them into your home gardens. Meet at the Hacienda parking lot…
26 Planting the Native Way Planting the Native Way Planting the Native Way Planting the Native Way Planting the Native Way Planting the Native Way Wheeling to the Lake Wheeling to the Lake May 26, 2013 1:30 am – 3:00 pm Horseshoe Lake with views of the mountains and water is a short walk from the handicap lot at Skyline Ridge Preserve, making it suitable for wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers. Docents… A Taste of Kayaking A Taste of Kayaking May 26, 2013 9:00 am – 12:15 pm Sunday, May 26 Park Docent Shirley Reekie will show and tell first-time kayakers all about this fun-loving sport. Choose from two sessions, 9-10:30am or 10:45am-12:15pm. Must be age12 or older and… Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park Free Docent-led Wildflower Walks at Edgewood Park May 26, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Throughout the Bay Area, Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, located near I-280 and Edgewood Rd. in Redwood City, is famous for its spectacular spring wildflower displays. Friends of Edgewood docents… Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve Public Season at Martin Griffin Preserve May 26, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Martin Griffin Preserve (formerly called Bolinas Lagoon Preserve) hosts one of the most studied Great Egret nesting sites on the West Coast. Each year visitors can enjoy viewing approximately 100… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 26, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Wag N’ Trails Dog Hike Wag N’ Trails Dog Hike May 26, 2013 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Bring your canine friend out for a 1-mile night time adventure through the redwood forest with a Ranger. Meet at the Redwood Grove picnic area. $6 vehicle entrance fee. Bring…	27 Wag N’ Trails Dog Hike Wag N’ Trails Dog Hike Wag N’ Trails Dog Hike Wag N’ Trails Dog Hike 27th Annual Hike the Open Spaces 27th Annual Hike the Open Spaces May 27, 2013 8:45 am – 1:00 pm Join docents Greg Azevedo and Bob Segalla for a 3.5-mile, leisurely-paced walk through this less-traveled section of Monte Bello Preserve on the Waterwheel Creek Trail. If the weather is clear,… Memorial Day at Madera Creek Memorial Day at Madera Creek May 27, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm A spectacular tafoni formation and a famous aircraft crash site will be the prime destinations of this moderately-paced 5-mile hike led by Tommi and Strether Smith, and Marilyn and Bill… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 27, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Nature for Kids at Indian Tree Nature for Kids at Indian Tree May 27, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm We will head up the hill and visit several different forest habitats. We’ll go through one area that is completely shaded by bay trees, then we’ll walk up an oak…	28 Nature for Kids at Indian Tree Nature for Kids at Indian Tree Nature for Kids at Indian Tree Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 28, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Rare Plants of the Tiburon Peninsula Rare Plants of the Tiburon Peninsula May 28, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm The late season bloom on this ridge includes one of the rarest and most unusual plants in the world, the Tiburon mariposa lily. We’ll look for this and other flowers… Astronomy Lecture May 28, With Speaker: Faride Khalaf Astronomy Lecture May 28, With Speaker: Faride Khalaf May 28, 2013 7:15 pm – 9:00 pm Astronomy Lecture May 28, With Speaker: Faride Khalaf Please join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for the May 28th general meeting. The meeting starts at 7:15 and ends at 9:00. Our monthly…	29 Astronomy Lecture May 28, With Speaker: Faride Khalaf Astronomy Lecture May 28, With Speaker: Faride Khalaf Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 29, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Explorer Hike: In Search of the Wind Poppy Explorer Hike: In Search of the Wind Poppy May 29, 2013 10:30 am – 2:00 pm The wind poppy has been reported on only 10% of the parks and preserves in the Bay Area. You’ll seek this lovely flower, and observe many other late bloomers, on…	30 Explorer Hike: In Search of the Wind Poppy Explorer Hike: In Search of the Wind Poppy Explorer Hike: In Search of the Wind Poppy Explorer Hike: In Search of the Wind Poppy Explorer Hike: In Search of the Wind Poppy 3rd San Francisco Green Film Festival 3rd San Francisco Green Film Festival May 30, 2013 – June 5, 2013 Join us for the 3rd San Francisco Green Film Festival, May 30-June 5, 2013 – the West Coast’s leading destination for groundbreaking and compelling films on the urgent environmental issues… SF Premiere: ‘Rebels With A Cause’ SF Premiere: ‘Rebels With A Cause’ May 30, 2013 7:00 am – 11:55 pm Join us for the Opening Night of the 3rd San Francisco Green Film Festival! 7:00 PM San Francisco Premiere: Rebels With A Cause 9:00 PM Opening Night Party Rebels With A Cause celebrates… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 30, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Healthy Trails Stroller Hike & Toddler Trek Healthy Trails Stroller Hike & Toddler Trek May 30, 2013 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm Join a docent from strollerhikes.com for a 1.8-mile outing along the Joice/Norred Trails. This trail has a short steep section (100 yards) to start that we can bypass for strollers… Acterra 2013 Business Environmental Awards Acterra 2013 Business Environmental Awards May 30, 2013 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm Please join us in honoring our 2013 award recipients at the 2013 Business Environmental Awards Reception 2013 Award Recipients: Acterra Award for Sustainability The Athenian School - Small Organization - InterContinental San Francisco - Medium Company - Perkins…	31 Acterra 2013 Business Environmental Awards Acterra 2013 Business Environmental Awards Acterra 2013 Business Environmental Awards Acterra 2013 Business Environmental Awards Acterra 2013 Business Environmental Awards Acterra 2013 Business Environmental Awards 3rd San Francisco Green Film Festival 3rd San Francisco Green Film Festival May 30, 2013 – June 5, 2013 Join us for the 3rd San Francisco Green Film Festival, May 30-June 5, 2013 – the West Coast’s leading destination for groundbreaking and compelling films on the urgent environmental issues… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco May 31, 2013 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… Butterflies & Blooms Butterflies & Blooms May 31, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Get eye to eye with a butterfly in the exhibit Butterflies & Blooms coming to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park this spring and summer. The popular exhibit… Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco Weekday Warriors at Heron’s Head Park, Pier 98, San Francisco May 31, 2013 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… McNears Beach and Pool Party McNears Beach and Pool Party May 31, 2013 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Join us at McNears Beach Park to start the Memorial Day weekend for a “welcome to summer” beach party! There will be food available, music, swimming, and plenty of fun… Grand Reopening: Gallery of California Natural Sciences Grand Reopening: Gallery of California Natural Sciences May 31, 2013 5:00 pm Bring out your inner party animal to celebrate the new Gallery of California Natural Sciences with a wild weekend of opening events! The weekend kicks off with previews for Donors…

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