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"Nutrients are essential to life. But, too much nutrient can cause big problems in the environment. ... Consider this: Each human excretes roughly 4.6 kg of nitrogen (N) and 0.6 kg of phosphorus (P) per year. With the population in … Read more
Join Peninsula Open Space Trust and San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory for this fun and unique opportunity to volunteer at the Bair Island Unit of the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Volunteers will be guided by SFBBO’s … Read more
We will explore the forests and trails of Pogonip, traversing about 3 miles of trails. The great variety of trees in these forests supports a huge amount of fungal life. Learn more about these amazing decomposers and how they support … Read more
Calling all LGBTQ+ community members! Come birding with POST and Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society and meet other queers of a feather! Whether you are experienced or completely new to birding, this event will provide a fun opportunity to get … Read more
Join us starting November through March for our popular Wayne Roderick Lecture series of free public lectures, on a broad array of topics related to plants and natural history. Named in honor of its founder, the Wayne Roderick Lecture Series … Read more
Join us Saturday, February 3, 2024, 10:30 a.m. for a survey of the local mushrooms. Ben Anderson, mushroom specialist and staff gardener at the Botanic Garden, will delve into the fascinating world of mushrooms in the East Bay Parks. In-person … Read more
Join us for our traditional public star party with presentations in our classroom and our three telescopes open for viewing, in addition to smaller scopes set up outside! You MUST have a ticket to attend this event. Attendance is limited … 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
Come to The Foster Museum in Palo Alto to hear an introduction to the seven titles chosen for "A Greener Tomorrow Starts Today," the theme of Silicon Valley Reads 2024. Silicon Valley Reads is a community engagement program that features books and an annual theme … Read more
The California Fire Science Seminar Series will return on February 6, 2024, at 2 pm PST. Join the California Fire Science Consortium for the biweekly, virtual presentation and discussion on emerging fire science topics from a diverse range of topics … Read more
During this Naturalist Training webinar, we will explore effective ways to share your passion for nature in this presentation by Michael Hawk from Jumpstart Nature. Learn to make any nature topic engaging. Whether a field trip, casual hike, or chance encounter, … 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
Joanna Garaventa will present an overview of the Green Biome Institute, its areas of focus, and an example of how population genetic analyses can help preserve rare plant species. Joanna has years of experience as a project leader for complex … 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
The California King Tides Project helps us visualize future sea level by observing the highest tides of today. You can help by taking and sharing photos of the shoreline throughout the Bay Area during King Tides to create a record … Read more
2.8.23: THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT Join Bay Nature to observe wintering birds with expert biologist and naturalist David Wimpfheimer and Bay Nature Editor in Chief Victoria Schlesinger. In winter, waterfowl, shorebirds, and raptors can be found at Las Gallinas … Read more
Join the Pacific Beach Coalition and the San Pedro Surf Club for the 17th annual Surf Movie Night Fundraiser featuring the captivating documentary “Of Wind and Waves, the Life of Woody Brown”. This film is a tribute to the legendary … Read more
Join NPS Park Rangers and an expert volunteer for a free stellar viewing of stars, planets, and galaxies! More information can be found here. Bask in the night sky and all its wonders, questions, and curiosities at the heart of … Read more
Western pond turtles are special because they are the only freshwater species of turtle in California and they tell us important things about the health of our lakes. By becoming a Turtle Observer you can turn your interest into action … Read more
On Saturday, Feb. 10, the Wolf House Winter Nature Walk will explore how the cold season transforms and shapes familiar landscapes. How do plants and animals adapt to the cold? This 1.5 mile guided hike will include time observing and … Read more
Enjoy your yoga experience in the beautiful setting of our park! Susan Topf’s Yoga Hike balances a mix of easy hiking and gentle yoga postures, breath work and guided meditation, no mat necessary. The route varies on weather conditions and … Read more
Join us starting November through March for our popular Wayne Roderick Lecture series of free public lectures, on a broad array of topics related to plants and natural history. Named in honor of its founder, the Wayne Roderick Lecture Series … Read more
What could be more enchanting than celebrating your love against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunset? The warm glow of the sinking sun will cast a romantic spell over your evening, creating an ambiance that's tailor-made for lovers. Sailing is … Read more
Join Keep Coyote Creek Beautiful, Bioblitz Club, Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society, and Peninsula Open Space Trust for a BioBlitz during Student Volunteering Week! A BioBlitz is an event that focuses on finding and identifying as many species as possible in … 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
