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Itching to get outside? Whether you’re looking for an ambitious solo adventure, or you want to introduce kids to the joys of peering at low-tide critters, Bay Nature’s got you covered. Here’s some inspiration to get you started. … 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
Wouldn't it be grand if you could have a colorful, healthy garden despite fluctuating weather temperatures and climate conditions? Good news: You can! By replacing high-water-use plants with low-water-use plants that are native to California or regions with similar climates, you can … Read more
Explore transitions in nature’s life cycles with Docent Naturalists Catherine Crawford-Swent, Marie Faust Evitt, and Nancy Weintraub. Hiking (appr. 5 miles) through the forest you’ll encounter ferns, wildflowers, Douglas fir, and redwood trees along Sierra Morena, Oljon, Steam Donkey, Manzanita, … Read more
Explore the natural history of this north coast park and beach with park staff and guest naturalists! Join this leisurely stroll through coastal prairie, riparian area, beach, and bluff trails with an emphasis on a different natural and cultural history … Read more
Free Weekend and Holiday Tours at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden Join knowledgeable docents for free guided tours of the garden on non-rainy Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays*. They usually last about an hour and are appropriate for both adults and … Read more
A BioBlitz is an event that focuses on finding and identifying as many species as possible in a specific area over a short period of time. At a BioBlitz, scientists, families, students, teachers, and other community members work together to … Read more
Explore the plants and animals that call this place home and more about the San Lorenzo Creek Reservoir. Enjoy the shade from the trees and let the sound of flowing water restore us. Registration is not necessary, parking fees may … Read more
Free Weekend and Holiday Tours at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden Join knowledgeable docents for free guided tours of the garden on non-rainy Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays*. They usually last about an hour and are appropriate for both adults and … 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
For thousands of years, a marsh reed called tule has built our soil and shaped the Delta. Learn the history of this culturally and ecologically important plant, which continues to hold our community together today. Presented by Aki McKinzie from … 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
Join Herbalist Camille-Lillian for a discussion on the herb of the month! Participants will leave feeling more familiar with this month’s herb and ready to incorporate it into their daily routine. For June 2023, this program is part of a … Read more
Lend a hand to steward Martin Griffin Preserve! You will have the opportunity to learn about the natural world, cultivate a relationship with the land, and contribute your skills and passion towards the protection of local plants and animals. Workdays … Read more
Free Weekend and Holiday Tours at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden Join knowledgeable docents for free guided tours of the garden on non-rainy Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays*. They usually last about an hour and are appropriate for both adults and … Read more
It’s (almost) summertime and the “living is easy”— the perfect time for a late afternoon hike on Mount Diablo. The soiree begins with a walk to Coulter Pond, home to western toads and chorus frogs. After our amphibian serenade, you’ll … Read more
Free Weekend and Holiday Tours at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden Join knowledgeable docents for free guided tours of the garden on non-rainy Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays*. They usually last about an hour and are appropriate for both adults and … Read more
In honor of Pollinator Week 2023, help us track native California plants, pollinators, and more! This can be done by taking and submitting photos via iNaturalist during our self-guided BioBlitz event. You may participate at any time from Monday, June … 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 this BioBlity to learn more about the diversity of the San Mateo County Parks! San Mateo County Parks Department is teaming up with the California Academy of Sciences, and Sequoia Audubon Society to bring you our first Bioblitz at … Read more
Why are flowers and plants important? Did you know plants "trick" animals into helping them grow? Join Docent Naturalists Roberta and Jaime Cavazos, Annie Guo, and Bill Bauriedel on a family-friendly and leisurely-paced hike (appr. 3 miles) into different habitats … Read more
Celebrate Summer at the Hercules Library by joining us for a succulent swap meet! Bring in cuttings from your own succulent garden to trade with fellow gardeners. Don't have any succulents of your own? We have cuttings you can take … Read more
Free Weekend and Holiday Tours at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden Join knowledgeable docents for free guided tours of the garden on non-rainy Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays*. They usually last about an hour and are appropriate for both adults and … Read more
It's easy to invite bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other welcomed winged visitors into the garden. Just provide the food, water, and shelter they need to feel at home. This is called habitat gardening, and it's a satisfying way to choose … Read more
Do you love being outdoors? Do you want to deepen your appreciation of nature by learning to identify the birds and plants around you? With the onset of Summer, join Arvind Kumar, Ashok Jethanandani, and Vicki Silvas-Young for a beginner’s … Read more
