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Come join us out in the beautiful tidal marsh areas of Don Edwards SF Bay National Wildlife Refuge to learn about the Refuge and the iNaturalist App. We welcome beginners as well as experienced users of the iNaturalist app. Learn … Read more
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
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
Start a new family tradition by thanking nature through a morning of hands-on stewardship. Our grassy meadows are home to sun-loving plants and animals and are hunting grounds for birds of prey. The fruits of our open canopy hardwoods - … Read more
Come to Sugarloaf Ridge State park for a peaceful hike through the woods! Join our Docents on this fun family hike that is good for all ages. During this 2-mile hike with 400-ft elevation gain, you will learn about Sugarloaf … Read more
Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve was once teeming with thriving communities. Join a Naturalist on a 2-3 mile hike to learn about the richness of the coal and sand mining history on a hike above the mines. No underground mine … Read more
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
Observe three plant communities: grasslands, woodlands, and riparian. What is growing where? Are sun and water the main reasons a plant can survive in a particular location? Starting at the White Barn, we’ll botanize along Meadow and Brushy Peaks trails … Read more
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
Have you heard about Shinrin-yoku or forest bathing? Here is an opportunity to walk and experience the practice for yourself! Learn techniques to maximize the health benefits and stress-reducing qualities with this walking practice. Shinrin-yoku originated in Japan and is … Read more
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
Looking for a great way to enhance your trip to Lake Tahoe this winter? Join Tahoe Adventure Company for one of our very special Full Moon Snowshoe Treks. After meeting the group and previewing the trip, time will be spent … Read more
Looking for a great way to enhance your trip to Lake Tahoe this winter? Join Tahoe Adventure Company for one of our very special Full Moon Snowshoe Treks. After meeting the group and previewing the trip, time will be spent … 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 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
(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
Watch the sun cast a purple alpenglow onto the Sierras while trekking through Tahoe's peaceful forest. Experience the solitude of winter at this special time of day while learning local natural and human history. Offered daily, November-April or by custom … Read more
Enjoy a day of nature with a Monarch butterfly count, birdwatching, forest bathing, and a mural tour of the East Bay town of Albany's special nature and open space, home to many native species of wildflowers, ferns, shrubs, and trees. Here's … 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 Peninsula Open Space Trust and Grassroots Ecology for a community event to restore California habitat! Volunteers will be planting native plants at Ravenswood Open Space Preserve, learning about the history and ecology of the site along the way. Volunteers … Read more
Shop local this holiday season and find unique gifts for natural history fans of all ages. The Museum Store carries a variety of educational and fun gifts, including one-of-a-kind items from local artists, authors and artisans. Get your shopping done … Read more
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
Help us remove invasive plants around the Environmental Education Center at the Don Edwards SF Bay NWR. We will be weeding around our amphitheater and native plant gardens to prepare for Spring planting! All gloves and tools will be provided, … Read more
Shop local this holiday season and find unique gifts for natural history fans of all ages. The Museum Store carries a variety of educational and fun gifts, including one-of-a-kind items from local artists, authors and artisans. Get your shopping done … Read more
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
