Friends of China Camp August 25th Naturalist Book Club Join us as we discuss David Rains Wallace’s captivating book- Mountains and Marshes- Exploring the Bay Area’s Natural History. Described by the San Francisco Chronicle as “a writer in the tradition of Henry David Thoreau, John Muir, and other self-educated seers”, David Rains Wallace turns... Read more »
Join us for a day a trail repairs. We’ll be continuing our work on Shoreline Trail, rebuilding it to state standards, compacting the tread, replacing split rail fencing and wattling the edge. Lunch is provided. Limited free camping is available to registered volunteers. Ages 16 and up are welcome. Volunteers... Read more »
August GUIDED HIKING PROGRAM Naturalist Hikes at China Camp Learn about the abundant wildlife in the area. See stunning vistas. Get Outside and exercise by the glittering bay. Join us for a guided hike at China Camp, lead by naturalist Harold Hirsch. These weekend hikes range from easy to advanced,... Read more »
September 7th Junior Ranger Program China Camp Oak Woodland Exploration Earn your Jr. Ranger badge as we explore China Camp’s majestic oak trees and the insects and animals that call them home. We’ll learn about the cultural and natural history of China Camp’s oak woodlands. Each program encourages participants to... Read more »
September GUIDED HIKING PROGRAM Naturalist Hikes at China Camp Learn about the abundant wildlife in the area. See stunning vistas. Get Outside and exercise by the glittering bay. Join us for a guided hike at China Camp, lead by naturalist Harold Hirsch. These weekend hikes range from easy to advanced,... Read more »
September 8th EXPLORATION & A SENSE OF WONDER PROGRAM For Preschoolers Ages 3-5 This is an ongoing monthly program for children 3-5 years old. We'll use puppets, songs and stories to ignite scientific curiosity and love for exploring the natural world. Meet at China Camp Village for educational fun! ... Read more »
9/13 Full Moon Tai Chi Join Friends of China Camp for an exclusive Full Moon Tai Chi class in China Camp State Park. Instructor David Lam will lead us through a gentle moving meditation as the full moon rises and casts glittering light across the... Read more »
Sept 14th Bird Walk Welcome! Join our ongoing beginning birding class with naturalist Jerry Coe. No birding experience needed! This is a continuing class in which participants can gain skills in the art of birdwatching and identification. Everyone is welcome to join, even if you have not attended previous classes.... Read more »
September GUIDED HIKING PROGRAM Naturalist Hikes at China Camp Learn about the abundant wildlife in the area. See stunning vistas. Get Outside and exercise by the glittering bay. Join us for a guided hike at China Camp, lead by naturalist Harold Hirsch. These weekend hikes range from easy to advanced,... Read more »
Terra Linda High School will be holding a cross country race beginning at the group campsite at BackRanch Meadows campground. The event will take place from 3-7pm and will use portions of the Shoreline trail.
September GUIDED HIKING PROGRAM Naturalist Hikes at China Camp Learn about the abundant wildlife in the area. See stunning vistas. Get Outside and exercise by the glittering bay. Join us for a guided hike at China Camp, lead by naturalist Harold Hirsch. These weekend hikes range from easy to advanced,... Read more »
September 21st Speaker Series: Wheel of the Seasons Observe the yearly ebb and flow of our local wildlife with naturalist Sharon Barnett Have you witnessed Endangered Coho Salmon spawning in our local creeks? Did you know thousands of migratory Vaux’s Swifts funnel into the old chimneys at McNear’s Brickyard, right... Read more »
