Writer/illustrator Obi Kaufmann treks the Ohlone Regional Wilderness Trail
An Ode, a Map, and Details About the Ohlone Regional Wilderness Trail
October 1, 2018 •
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Soaring Views and Hawks Highlight New Jenner Headlands Preserve
October 1, 2018 •
A 5,600-acre new park opens to the public in 2018, featuring stunning views and a highway of hawks overhead.
The Guadalupe River and the Hidden Heart of San José
June 27, 2018 •
The Guadalupe River winds its way through history, both natural and human.
Where to Find Redwoods Close to Home in the Bay Area
June 27, 2018 •
A new tool for finding parks.
New Academy of Sciences Exhibit Explores Coastal California’s Giants of Land and Sea
June 27, 2018 •
A new Academy exhibit showcases iconic giants of the region while celebrating the details that make California unique.
Flower Piano: Music in Harmony with Nature
June 26, 2018 •
What began as an impromptu piano-playing performance on the coast of Half Moon Bay has blossomed into an annual, interactive celebration of music in nature.
Discover the Rare Blooms of Huckleberry Preserve in the East Bay Hills
March 30, 2018 •
Rare plants are common in California. Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve sits in an ideal location to display some of the rarest of them.
Birding By Kayak at Big Break Regional Shoreline in the East Bay
January 2, 2018 •
Big Break, near the confluence of the San Joaquin and Sacramento Rivers, is a hotspot for birds. A great way to see them is by kayak.
Hiking With Dad: A Daughter Helps Her Father Explore the Accessibility of the East Bay Parks
September 25, 2017 •
When Kathleen Richards’ father had a stroke, she set out into the parks to let nature aid his recovery.
A Nature-Inspired Place Opens for Kids to Play in San José
September 25, 2017 •
Bill’s Backyard: Bridge to Nature is designed to be a hybrid between a playground and a nature park.