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Join this meander ( 2 miles hike) around the base of Mount Diablo to explore the medicinal plants growing along the trails at Mitchell Canyon. You will talk about the modern-day uses of the plants you see and discover some … Read more
The Bay Area bursts with bird life! New and experienced birders alike join to discover patterns of behavior, migration, and habitat. This month, the focus is on the relationship between birds and the pollination of wildflowers. Space will be limited: … Read more
Enjoy a leisurely loop as you hike (2 miles) up Mitchell Canyon to Black Point Trail. Excite your eyes with vivid colors of wildflowers as you gradually climb to vista points within the state park. This route follows Mitchell Creek, … Read more
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
(desplácese hacia abajo para obtener información en español) Many rare plant and animal species live on Sign Hill’s native grasslands, including the endangered mission blue butterfly. Help us conserve and restore their habitat by installing native plants and removing invasive … Read more
(desplácese hacia abajo para obtener información en español) Many rare plant and animal species live on Sign Hill’s native grasslands, including the endangered mission blue butterfly. Help us conserve and restore their habitat by installing native plants and removing invasive … Read more
The restorative effect of spending time outdoors with a friend, furry or otherwise, is well-known! Join this monthly adventure to nurture the inner and outer selves by exploring and learning about the natural world around you and in April, you'll search … Read more
The class "Bay Area Locations to Botanize" will cover different locations in the greater Bay Area where you can experience California native plants in their natural habitats. You will learn which plants to expect and the optimal times to visit … Read more
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
Learn about the edible and medicinal plants available in Santa Clara’s own Ulistac Natural Area. Jeanne Salander from the Ulistac Natural Area Restoration and Education Project will present a variety of local plants and provide recipes. There will also be … Read more
Spend your morning on a 90-minute expert-led tour (1.5 miles, easy) of the Japanese Friendship Garden that was built as a symbol of everlasting friendship between the City of San Jose and its Sister City of Okayama in Japan. This … Read more
Come join Sutro Stewards, UCSF, and SF Recreation and Parks Department for a morning of habitat restoration activities, such as invasive species removal, and help restore Woodland Canyon Creek on Mount Sutro! Woodland Canyon Creek begins at the Summit of … Read more
What wildflowers are to find atop the Fremont Hills on Vargas Plateau? You will explore multiple habitats on a 4-mile hike to look for a variety of native and non-native flowers and plants. You’ll also keep an eye on the … Read more
In a series of live garden visits passionate garden owners and the talented designers of the Bay Area’s most beautiful and inspiring landscapes will take us on private tours of their gardens. In addition, this year you can learn about the … Read more
In a series of live garden visits passionate garden owners and the talented designers of the Bay Area’s most beautiful and inspiring landscapes will take us on private tours of their gardens. In addition, this year you can learn about the … Read more
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
(desplácese hacia abajo para obtener información en español) Many rare plant and animal species live on Sign Hill’s native grasslands, including the endangered mission blue butterfly. Help us conserve and restore their habitat by installing native plants and removing invasive … Read more
Join Save Mount Diablo on the Mary Bowerman Fire Interpretive Trail to see some of the beautiful, endemic flowers on Mount Diablo. This hike (appr. 1 mile) is limited to 10 participants, ticket sale starts on February 21 at 10:00 … Read more
(desplácese hacia abajo para obtener información en español) Many rare plant and animal species live on Sign Hill’s native grasslands, including the endangered mission blue butterfly. Help us conserve and restore their habitat by installing native plants and removing invasive … Read more
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
Join artist and horticulturist Elissa Callen to explore the use of California invasive plants as art materials for inks, watercolor, and environmental restoration. Throughout the course, you will learn about native and invasive plants, how to ethically harvest plants as … Read more
Join Sunol's Wildflower BioBlitz: Find, identify, and record the wildflowers you see! You will have the opportunity to learn how to identify some common wildflowers with interpretive staff and docents as we hike around the park. Registration opens on February 14 … Read more
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
In a series of live garden visits passionate garden owners and the talented designers of the Bay Area’s most beautiful and inspiring landscapes will take us on private tours of their gardens. In addition, this year you can learn about the … Read more
(desplácese hacia abajo para obtener información en español) Many rare plant and animal species live on Sign Hill’s native grasslands, including the endangered mission blue butterfly. Help us conserve and restore their habitat by installing native plants and removing invasive … Read more
