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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
Enjoy the beauty of this special place in Sonoma Valley while joining our wonderful community of volunteers. Volunteer with Team Sugarloaf and become an integral piece in keeping Sugarloaf Ridge State Park operating. Join us for an orientation on April … Read more
Connect with the Bay Nature community and celebrate San Francisco Bay Area environmental leaders at Bay Nature's 14th annual Local Hero Awards. This event will take place at the David Brower Center in Berkeley on Sunday, April 7 from 2-6 … Read more
In this 3-part workshop, we will hone our capacity for wonder, using the tools of poetry to savor Spring’s irrepressible exuberance. We will read nature poems together, and write new poems inspired by a conspiracy of wind, soil, sun, the … Read more
Help the Mission Blue Nursery in Brisbane with propagation, garden tending, and the rare and endangered plants of the San Bruno Mountains! Please note this volunteer opportunity has various dates and times to participate. Sign up here to volunteer at … Read more
Explore the fascinating world of insects through the photography of Ed Ross. Edward S. Ross (1915-2016) was a pioneer of close up photography. Ed received his PhD in 1941 with the Department of Entomology at UC Berkeley, where he was … Read more
Naturalist Training - Why City Nature Challenge Matters Location: Webinar Join BioBlitz Club and Keep Coyote Creek Beautiful for our 6th Naturalist webinar! During this webinar we will discuss the City Nature Challenge (CNC), a four-day global iNaturalist event, happening … Read more
Explore the fascinating world of insects through the photography of Ed Ross. Edward S. Ross (1915-2016) was a pioneer of close up photography. Ed received his PhD in 1941 with the Department of Entomology at UC Berkeley, where he was … Read more
There’s a forgotten and overgrown garden in San Francisco, built in the 1850s with rock walls and meandering paths that overlook the Bay waterfront. Help remedy many years of inattention to Black Point Historic Gardens in Fort Mason, and learn the garden’s … Read more
Local butterflies are charismatic examples of insects with a caterpillar phase. Discover good gardening practices to welcome these dynamic pollinators into your garden and learn about the native plants and caterpillars that make up the base of our food web. … Read more
Hike our beautiful Mangini Ranch, Save Mount Diablo's first public educational preserve, and connect more deeply to nature through a contemplative solo exercise amidst an oak woodland forest with beautiful vistas. Learn more and get tickets here.
There’s a forgotten and overgrown garden in San Francisco, built in the 1850s with rock walls and meandering paths that overlook the Bay waterfront. Help remedy many years of inattention to Black Point Historic Gardens in Fort Mason, and learn the garden’s … Read more
Join Friends of Edgewood docents for a spring wildflower hike at Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve! To find a hike event that works for you, please visit here and register. Spring is the best time to experience Edgewood's extraordinary biodiversity! … Read more
Hike with Grassroots Ecology staff to a remote part of Foothills Nature Preserve to restore a crucial waterway and wildlife corridor. Volunteers should expect to hike approximately 5 miles with 10 - 12 lb tools, over hilly terrain and through … Read more
Explore the fascinating world of insects through the photography of Ed Ross. Edward S. Ross (1915-2016) was a pioneer of close up photography. Ed received his PhD in 1941 with the Department of Entomology at UC Berkeley, where he was … Read more
Where: Black Point Historic Gardens; specific meeting location will be in the confirmation email after registering. Registration is required. Please register here. Looking to support native ecosystems in your area? Seeking creativity outdoors? In need of Queer & Trans community … Read more
Join the East Bay Regional Parks District after school in Del Valle to discover springtime in the park. From budding wildflowers to powerful pollinators, topics will change each week with a guided activity led by visitor center staff. Learn more … 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
Sunset sails on the Schooner Freda B offer a magical experience departing from downtown Sausalito on the stunning San Francisco Bay. As the sun dips below the horizon, passengers are treated to breathtaking views of iconic landmarks such as the … Read more
Alexis Nikole Nelson aka Black Forager uses her platform to engage with millions-yelling, singing, and celebrating the hidden bounty of edible plants waiting to be found in our backyards, on our nature hikes, growing from our sidewalks and in our … Read more
On Saturday, April 13, 2024 Ridge to Bridge will bring together hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians for an epic day of adventure on the Ridge Trail in the Marin Headlands. Learn more and register for tickets here. Your ticket includes … Read more
Join Friends of Edgewood docents for a spring wildflower hike at Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve! To find a hike event that works for you, please visit here and register. Spring is the best time to experience Edgewood's extraordinary biodiversity! … Read more
Join us on Save Mount Diablo's stunning Curry Canyon Ranch on an exploration of All That Begin With B and Beyond: birds, butterflies, blooms, and more! We'll hike up to Frog Pond Road and enjoy nature's beautiful display along the … Read more
Help us restore the Baxter Creek watershed! Join The Watershed Stewards Program (WSP) and The Watershed Project to spruce up the Baxer Creek Bioswale and improve local water quality! Volunteers at this event will help remove invasive weeds, plant native … Read more
“There is a redwood tree waiting to meet you,” says California Naturalist Laura Wagner. Participants in this mix of hiking, scientific learning, sensory activities, and mindful meditation will discover the fortifying energy of the forest as they travel to the … Read more
