Educational Exhibit: Our Coastal Climate

Environmental Action Committee of West Marin 65 Third Street, Suite 12, Point Reyes Station, CA, United States

Building Coastal Resilience to the Climate Crisis The Environmental Action Committee of West Marin (EAC) has been at the forefront of advocacy for more than 52 years and this exhibit seeks to unite people to explore our changing climate and … Read more

Free

U.C. California Climate Steward Certification

Online Zoom

Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods is pleased to announce our UC Climate Steward Certification course this year for adults interested in climate science, interpretation, and action. Climate Stewards is an exciting new Initiative from the University of California Cooperative … Read more

$570.00

The Marin Art and Garden Center: 26th Annual International Exhibition of Botanical Art

Marin Art and Garden Center 30 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA, United States

A multi-faceted series of programming elements including in-person workshops, virtual studio visits, and more. A Premier annual showcase of contemporary botanical art presented by Marin Art and Garden Center and the American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA) featuring some of … Read more

FREE

Feathers & Fashion: Celebrating Cooture

San Damiano Retreat Center 710 Highland Dr., Danville

Palomacy Pigeon and Dove Adoptions (www.PigeonRescue.org) is celebrating 16 years on October 22, 2023 at Feathers & Fashion: Celebrating Cooture! The event is from 3 - 6 PM at the beautiful San Damiano Retreat in Danville, CA. Learn more about … Read more

$25

Redwood Ecology Docent Training at Armstrong Redwoods

Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve 17000 Armstrong Woods Road, Guerneville, CA, United States

Are you interested in helping children and adults learn about our wonderful Armstrong Redwoods? If so, you should consider becoming a docent! This training workshop is for people who want to be docents at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. The … Read more

Free

Seniors Hikes for Health 2023

San Francisco Bay Area CA, United States

The Seniors Hike for Health program is free and held on every 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10 AM-1 PM. Hikes are 2-3 miles long and range from easy to moderate. Naturalist-led hikes are designed for seniors age 55+ to … Read more

Nature Walk: Birds, Butterflies and Blooms

Mitchell Canyon 96 Mitchell Canyon Fire Rd, Clayton, CA, United States

Join naturalist Dan Fitzgerald for a nature walk in the Mitchell Canyon area. You will be looking for birds, butterflies, and some early/late Spring flowers. The walk is about 3 miles with some elevation gain. There is a limited number … Read more

$5 – $6

Limantour Birds

Point Reyes National Seashore 1 Bear Valley Road, Point Reyes Station, CA, United States

Take advantage of the outer reaches of the county to enjoy the numerous species of birds that are found along the coast this time of year; some are migrating to southern destinations, some will stay for the winter, and some … Read more

Free

Climate Action Workshop: Resilient Neighborhoods

Online

Resilient Neighborhoods offers a free 5-session climate action workshop for Marin residents. Learn to reduce your energy consumption, switch to renewable energy sources, cut down on waste, and prepare for climate-related emergencies. Create your own climate action plan and get … Read more

Free

2023 Contra Costa County Creek and Watershed Symposium

Pleasant Hill Community Center 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA, United States

The Contra Costa Resource Conservation District (CCRCD) invites all creek enthusiasts, watershed advocates, wildlife supporters, conservationists, students, and interested community members to attend this event! The theme of this year's Symposium, Intergenerational Watershed Stewardship, seeks to open an inclusive and … Read more

$15 – $45

Community Tree Care: Visitation Valley Day 4

TBA in San Francisco San Francisco, United States

Help care for young street trees to make sure they grow up healthy, strong, and beautiful. You'll learn how Friends of the Urban Forest staff cares for street trees through careful pruning, hardware maintenance, and health inspections. Then, practice your … Read more

Free

Spooky Story Walk: Detective Bailey the Bat

Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge, EEC 1751 Grand Blvd, Alviso, CA, United States

Solve the mystery of the "haunted" education center with Bailey the Bat! Join us for this special edition Spooky Story Walk! Celebrate the spooky season with your favorite Refuge Rangers and Nocturnal Animals! Fun for the whole family, and costumes … Read more

Free

Beyond the Shore: Sail the Bay with River Otter Ecology Project

Bay Model Visitors Center Pier 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA, United States

Join the River Otter Ecology Project this fall aboard the legendary tall wooden ship Matthew Turner on the beautiful San Francisco Bay. The River Otter Ecology Project will be reflecting on its accomplishments, toasting its partners, and ensuring many more years … Read more

$180 – $200

A “Spooky” Autumn Hike with Naturalist John Lynch

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, kenwood

Join Certified California Naturalist John Lynch on a “spooky” 3 mile, 2.5 hour hike from Creekside to Hillside and back through the meadow exploring this very special season. With Halloween around the corner, we might just discover flying saucer galls, … Read more

$7.50 – $12

Save Mount Diablo: Rocks on the Move

Rock City Parking Lot S. Gate Road, Danville, CA, United States

Explore 180 million Years of Geologic History on Mount Diablo What do the summit of Mount Diablo and the Marin Headlands have in common? How is Sentinel Rock in Rock City related to Yosemite’s Half Dome? You’ll discover the answers … Read more

Free

Welcoming the Migrants: Fall/Winter Birds

Jack London State Historic Park 2400 London Ranch Rd, Glen Ellen, CA, United States

SOLD OUT Although birding is a year-round activity in Sonoma County, birds sing less and are not as active in fall and winter, so they can be harder to find. This guided walk will set out to find and identify … Read more

$10

Go Wild at Sibley Park! Rewilding & Natural Navigation Walk

Sibley Park 6800 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA, United States

The Friends of San Leandro Creek and Jessica Kraft will lead a “ Rewilding & Natural Navigation Walk” at EBRPD’s Sibley Park Join The Friends and Jessica Carew Kraft, California naturalist and author of Why We Need to Be Wild, … Read more

Free
Event Series Hike and Sip

Hike and Sip: Halloween Full Moon

Chabot Space and Science Center 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, California

A perfect date night or fun with friends! Enjoy a beautiful sunset hike in the majestic Redwood forest, followed by stargazing on Chabot’s Observation Deck with drinks. Take in the fascinating history of Oakland, local plants, and Redwood trees with … Read more

$40

Lake County Land Trust: 30th Anniversary Dinner

Boatique Winery 8255 Red Hills Road, Kelseyville, United States

Celebrate the Lake County Land Trust's 30th anniversary. Enjoy delicious food, outstanding wines, and lively music. There will be a special guest speaker and a fascinating overview of our 30-year journey The Lake County Land Trust works to conserve land … Read more

$100

Museum of the Macabre 2023

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Come in costume and imbibe cauldron-concocted cocktails while exploring the chasms of the world beneath our feet. The seventh annual Museum of the Macabre at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History will be bigger than ever, with freakish festivities and … Read more

$15 – $25

Creepy Crawler Cleanup!!

La Ragione 2467 La Ragione Ave, San Jose

We are batty about cleaning up the Coyote Creek and Trail for Bat Appreciation Week! Help us beautify Coyote Creek and surrounding trails through a community cleanup. Meet new people; improve a neighborhood park; build community around a shared sense … Read more

Free

Marine Wildlife and Ecology – Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge

Schooner Freda B Sausalito Yacht Harbor Slip 465, Sausalito, CA, United States

Set sail from Sausalito for an ecology-themed tour of the Marin Headlands, all the way out to Point Bonita Lighthouse! This signature sail, boarding in Sausalito, will take you under the Golden Gate Bridge and all the way out to … Read more

$99

Friends of Sausal Creek’s 18th Annual Native Plant Sale & Open House

Joaquin Miller Park 3594 Sanborn Drive, Oakland, CA, United States

Whether you’re a landscaping professional or total garden newb, enjoy on-site plant expertise, demonstrations, family-friendly activities, and live music at the Friends of Sausal Creek's 18th Annual Native Plant Sale and Open House at the FOSC Nursery in Joaquin Miller … Read more

Free