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

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

Lodi Sandhill Crane Festival

Lodi Hutchins Street Square 125 S Hutchins St, Lodi, CA, United States

The Lodi Sandhill Crane Festival is celebrating its 25th Silver Anniversary at Lodi’s Hutchins Street Square on November 3, 4, and 5th. The event’s popular guided wildlife tours begin Friday, November 3rd, and are scheduled through Sunday the 5th. Reservations … Read more

Free

Public Star Party

Robert Ferguson Observatory 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood, CA, United States

Enjoy an evening of stargazing with the help of astronomy docents at the Robert Ferguson Observatory! Starting at dusk, the Observatory’s three main telescopes will be open for your viewing, and docents will set up additional telescopes in front of … Read more

$15

The Morning Side of Mt. Diablo from Morgan Territory

Save Mount Diablo 1901 Olympic Blvd Suite 320, Walnut Creek, CA, United States

You’ll hike Bob Walker Ridge through native Blue Oak forests and enjoy a close-up view of the eastern side of Mt Diablo from the cliffs where Prairie Falcons nest in the spring. The first half of the hike will be … Read more

Free

Habitat Restoration Work Day: Butterfly Garden

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

Help us prevent invasive plants from growing around the Environmental Education Center at the Don Edwards SF Bay NWR. We will be applying mulch to weed-prone areas and spreading native seeds to prepare for spring! All tools and gloves will … Read more

Free

Vasco Caves Regional Preserve Tour

Round Valley Regional Preserve 19450 Marsh Creek Rd, Brentwood, CA, United States

Join this tour in celebrating National Native American Heritage Month by hiking 2-3 miles through this wild and windswept land which is sacred to local California Indian communities and a refuge for golden eagles, fairy shrimp, and tiger salamanders. The … Read more

15th Annual Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival

Cocoanut Grove on the Beach Boardwalk 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Don't miss the 15th annual Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival. Located inside the historic Sunroom & Cocoanut Grove at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. $5 admission supports ocean conservation through the Monterey Bay Sanctuary. Admission includes a … Read more

$5

Free Docent Tours at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden

Regional Parks Botanic Garden Wildcat Canyon Road at South Park Drive, Berkeley, CA, United States

Join our knowledgeable docents for free guided tours of the garden on non-rainy Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (except New Years Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day). Tours usually last about an hour and are appropriate for both adults and children. … Read more

Free

California Native Peoples’ Uses of Native Plants – Family-Friendly Tour

Regional Parks Botanic Garden Wildcat Canyon Road at South Park Drive, Berkeley, CA, United States

Join us for a free, docent-led, family-friendly tour. Play the traditional Miwok game of staves, grind acorns, and wash your hands with soap root. You will see Native American artifacts and the plants used to make them while learning about … Read more

Free

Slow Journeys

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, kenwood

Do you enjoy slow walks in a valley, breezes, wildflowers, the sounds of songbirds, the taste of a Douglas Fir needle or a California Bay leaf, the aroma of Tarweed, or watching wild turkeys and California Quail hunt for seeds … Read more

$5 – $10

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

Birding Walk: Voices of the Pacific Flyway

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

Join us for a guided walk of our butterfly garden and the New Chicago Marsh to learn about the important role that the Don Edwards SF Bay National Wildlife Refuge plays in the flightpath for millions of birds travelling along … Read more

Free

Climate Action Workshop: Resilient Neighborhoods

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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

Up Close: Lichens And Forests Bioblitz At Tomales Bay State Park

Tomales Bay State Park 1208 Piece Point Rd., Inverness

Join One Tam at Tomales Bay State Park for a nature and science adventure! A bioblitz is a quick, intense survey of the species present. Hone your observation skills, learn about forests, and delve into the odd world of lichens! … Read more

Free

Nature Club: Neary Lagoon and Migratory Madness

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

Neary Lagoon in the autumn is full of life! Migratory birds seek food and shelter in large numbers and provide excellent opportunities to study them up close. The Museum will provide binoculars for each participant. Saturday, November 11th | 10 … Read more

$5 – $10

Volunteer Day and Tomatoes-Peppers Workshop

Richmond Richmond, CA, United States

Come out, volunteer, and show some love for the Greenway Community Garden. Rebuild your connection with the land and get to know your fellow community members. No garden experience is needed! Join a fun and informative tomato and pepper growing … Read more

Oh, I Wish I Had My Camera With Me – HEY, YOU DO!

Laguna Environmental Center 900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa, California

What inspires you to take a picture? Is it natural beauty; a bizarre moment; a quirky expression; an adorable child; your dog at the beach? No matter what sparks your motivation to “click”, your photographs represent what is significant in … Read more

$110

Family Nature Adventures: The Amazing World of Insects and Helpful Pollinators

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

These nature adventures take a deep look into a different aspect of the surrounding redwood forest. Your adventure includes a hands-on workshop, access to scientific tools and instruments, a simple snack, and a short exploration work in the forest. Through … Read more

$15 – $25
Event Series Park Rx–Tai Chi

Park Rx–Tai Chi

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood, CA, United States

Embrace the tranquility of Sunday mornings at Sugarloaf as our experienced instructor guides you in the ancient practice of Tai Chi. This gentle holistic wellness practice is perfect for beginners and those with limited mobility. Meet at the amphitheater. Wear … Read more

$15

Free Docent Tours at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden

Regional Parks Botanic Garden Wildcat Canyon Road at South Park Drive, Berkeley, CA, United States

Join our knowledgeable docents for free guided tours of the garden on non-rainy Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (except New Years Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day). Tours usually last about an hour and are appropriate for both adults and children. … 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