Urban Coyote Foot Race- All Trails Impacted

On Saturday, January 27, Urban Coyote will hold a 5K, 10K and half marathon race on our trails. The activities begin at 7AM and should be over by noon. The trails will still remain open to hikers, bikers, and equestrians. However, they may be very crowded with runners of all ages. Please remember your Share the Trail etiquette.... Read more »

Saturday Hike Series

Want to get out in the fresh air and get exercise? Join Friends Of China Camp’s guided hiking program on selected Saturdays in winter at China Camp State Park. Lead by Naturalist Harold Hirsch. Hikes range from easy to moderate, ranging from 1.5 to 2 miles.Please bring appropriate hiking gear,... Read more »

Village Program For KIDS!

A FREE Fun-Filled Show For Kids! “THE MYSTERY MOUSE OF CHINA CAMP”  China Camp Village Museum   Specially for ages 5 to 12! (But parents are invited, too) Now your whole family can enjoy the same entertaining show that has been WOWING visitors at China Camp State Park for years!... Read more »

Super -Blue- Full Moon Hike

This month is a lunar party with two supermoons, a blue moon and a total lunar eclipse. For more detailed information about each of these lunar events click here.  Join us for an exclusive super-blue-full moon hike at China Camp State Park. We will go on a moderate, 2 hour long hike and... Read more »

Saturday Hiking Program

February is the perfect month for a hike in China Camp. The brisk air, the views, and, yup, the first wildflowers are coming out as well! Join Friends Of China Camp’s guided hiking program on selected Saturdays in February at China Camp State Park. Lead by Naturalist Harold Hirsch. Hikes range from... Read more »

Saturday Hiking Program

February is the perfect month for a hike in China Camp. The brisk air, the views, and, yup, the first wildflowers are coming out as well! Join Friends Of China Camp’s guided hiking program on selected Saturdays in February at China Camp State Park. Lead by Naturalist Harold Hirsch. Hikes range from... Read more »

Mystery Mouse Show: Encore Presentation

Friends of China Camp invites you to An encore presentation of a popular Village Program... A FREE Fun-Filled Show  For Kids! “THE MYSTERY MOUSE OF CHINA CAMP” Specially for ages 5 to 12! (But parents are invited, too) Saturday, February 10th,  4-5 p.m. at the China Camp Village Museum China... Read more »

Saturday Hiking Program

February is the perfect month for a hike in China Camp. The brisk air, the views, and, yup, the first wildflowers are coming out as well! Join Friends Of China Camp’s guided hiking program on selected Saturdays in February at China Camp State Park. Lead by Naturalist Harold Hirsch. Hikes range from... Read more »

Village Talk: Miwok History and Songs

  Join Teresa Salzman, archeologist and acting director of the Museum of the American Indian as she shares with us a glimpse of Miwok life past and present. This will be a hands-on experience and discussion where we will explore Miwok history and traditions in the art of basketry, music,... Read more »

CANCELLED-Turtleback walk for Families: The Heart of China Camp

  THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED  The hike leader called in sick and was unable to lead the hike. The hike will be postponed for Feb 25th.   Sunday Feb 18th, 2018 9:30am -Noon Meeting place: Turtleback trailhead, San Pedro Rd Join naturalist Susan Edwards as we uncover the secrets... Read more »

Park Champions Work Afternoon

Join our team on President's Day!  What we tackle always depends on the number of volunteers and the availability of material, but our plan is to repair split rail fencing at the group campsite and en route parking, split wood and bundle firewood, and remove excess stone on a section of... Read more »

Books under the Bower: Monthly Book Club

February’s book: The Triumph of Seeds by Thor Hanson, 2015 “We live in a world of seeds. From our morning toast to the cotton in our clothes, they are quite literally the stuff and staff of life: supporting diets, economies, and civilizations around the globe. Just as the search for... Read more »