InsectPalooza: The Art and Magical Science of Arthropods

Minnesota Street Project, SFArts Ed Gallery 1275 Minnesota St, 2nd floor, San Francisco

Join InsectPalooza - the Art and Magical Science of Arthropods at the Minnesota Street Project in San Francisco You will have the opportunity to meet unique insects and arthropods, experience live hands-on presentations by SaveNature.Org’s Insect Discovery Lab, and make … Read more

Free

Kayaking on Lake Tahoe

Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point SP 7360 W Lake Blvd, Tahoma

The beauty of Lake Tahoe is even more apparent when taken in by boat, but many of our park visitors do not feel comfortable forging out on the water alone due to lack of experience. For “Explore New Experiences Day”, … Read more

Super Summer Saturday

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

Enjoy these family-friendly pop-ups in the park all summer long. Featuring nature activities, community groups, food vendors, and more! Enjoy free admission to the Museum all day. Find out more about this event.

Free

First Friday After Hours: High Tides and Good Vibes

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

July’s First Friday event celebrates the sea! Join local community groups that protect our marine environment, steward the coast, and share the wonders. Enjoy free admission to our new exhibit The Inner Lives of Shells. Play, learn, eat, drink, shop, … Read more

Free

Latino Conservation Week Celebration

Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge 2 Marshlands Rd., Fremont, CA, United States

Join us for a guided sunset walk and learn about what makes the Refuge special; make your own photo frame, cool down with delicious aguas frescas and complimentary desserts (Mexican pan dulce and flan,) and a special performance by Mariachi … Read more

Free

Parks4All: Brewfest

The Presidio of San Francisco MacArthur Avenue, San Francisco, CA, United States

The Parks Conservancy and Headlands Brewing are excited to bring you the first ever Parks4All: Brewfest Enjoy an afternoon in the Presidio with tastings from local breweries on the Civil War Parade Grounds next to the new Presidio Tunnel Tops. … Read more

$50 – $80

Family Story Walk at Fremont: A Home for Salty

Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge 2 Marshlands Rd., Fremont, CA, United States

Explore the habitats of the refuge through a storybook and activities Stories are a great way to connect children and families to nature. Join this for a self-guided story walk through the habitats of Don Edwards SF Bay National Wildlife … Read more

Free

Super Summer Saturday: Museum Birthday Bash

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

Celebrate the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History's 118th birthday.  Enjoy this family-friendly pop-up event in the park all summer long (featuring nature activities, community groups, food vendors, and more) as well as free admission to the Museum all day. … Read more

Free

Story Walk at the EEC: A Home for Salty

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

Explore the habitats of the Refuge through a story book & activities! Stories are a great way to connect children & families to nature. Join us for a self-guided Story Walk through the habitats of Don Edwards SF Bay National … Read more

Free

Bair Island Sunset Walk

Bair Island Bair Island Road, redwood city, CA, United States

Flock together for a lovely walk along the marshes of Bair Island while viewing the flamboyant colors of a California sunset! The walk will be an easy 0.8 mile stroll along the marsh at Bair Island. This event is FREE! … Read more

Free

First Friday After Hours: Birds, Birbs, and Borbs

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

September’s First Friday is all about BIRDS Connect with local groups that support wildlife along the Monterey Bay during this evening of feathered fun while sharing your affection for all things avian — from birds to birbs to borbs. Eat, … Read more

Free

Fall BioBlitz at Don Edwards

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

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. With … Read more

Free

Máyyan ‘Ooyákma: Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve Community Day

Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve 9611 Malech Rd, Morgan Hill

The Open Space Authority’s Community Celebration at the newly opened Máyyan ‘Ooyákma - Coyote Ridge Open Space Preserve invites everyone to enjoy a fun, family-friendly day filled with festivities. All ages are welcome to come and learn about the unique … Read more

Free

Spooky Story Walk: Detective Bailey the Bat

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

Solve the mystery of the "haunted" education center with Bailey the Bat! Join us for this special edition Spooky Story Walk! Celebrate the spooky season with your favorite Refuge Rangers and Nocturnal Animals! Fun for the whole family, and costumes … 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

Habitat Restoration: Broom Removal on Mt. Tam with Marin Water!

Lake Lagunitas parking lot Sky Oaks Rd, Fairfax, CA, United States

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

Free