Winter 2024 News
Happenings in and around China Camp State Park
In this issue:
Burning news | Top volunteer | Grill power | Donor spotlight | First flowers | Volunteer IQ quiz | Shrimp villages | Farewell, José
Partnerships
Burning news
Working with other agencies and neighborhoods, Friends of China Camp is helping reduce fire fuels and improve habitat.
Accolades
Volunteer Spotlight: Judith Hanks
Talk trashy this winter’s super-volunteer—she doesn’t mind. Find out why, and all Judith Hanks does for the park.
Park Projects
Grill power
A program in a Sonoma County hamlet helps teach new skills—and saves dollars for Friends of China Camp. Find out more.
China Camp Champion
Donor Spotlight: Arlin Weinberger
A remarkable backstory leads to a remarkable life. Meet Arlin Weinberger, a generous and dedicated supporter of the park.
nature
First flowers
The year’s wildflowers are starting to spread their petals all over the park. Here’s a quick roundup of these early bloomers.
History
Tiny shrimp, big challenges
An info-packed excerpt sheds light on the challenges faced by the original shrimp fishermen at China Camp and beyond.
News & Events
José, we will miss you
A park staple for decades, José Gonzalez says goodbye to his time at China Camp. The longtime employee will be sorely missed.