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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of park maintenance. The tasks are variable and range in difficulty from easy to a good work out. No need to sign up; just meet at the maintenance area next to the Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael) and look for a group of people in orange shirts. Minimum age is 14. Minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Wear long pants and a long-sleeve shirt\, and bring work gloves and filled water bottles. \nIf you would like to receive a weekly email about upcoming volunteer work events\, sign up on our Get Involved page.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-park-maintenance-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T120000
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SUMMARY:Junior Ranger Program: Mix and Match
DESCRIPTION:When is a turkey not a turkey\, or a crab not a crab? And when might a roly poly show up on your dinner plate? Discover the plants and animals at China Camp that share similar names or characteristics\, but are often very different. See which critters\, creepy crawlies\, and other organisms you can match on this fun morning of exploration and learning. \nBring water\, snacks\, curiosity\, and smiles. Dress in layers for changeable weather. Registration is required. \nDate: Saturday: November 4\nTime: 10 a.m. – noon\nMeeting location: Back Ranch Meadows Campground\nDifficulty: Easy (ADA accessible)\nAges: 7 to 9 with parent or responsible adult\nCost: Free (donations appreciated) \nREGISTER HERE \nIllustration: Suzanne Mirviss
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/junior-ranger-program-mix-and-match/
LOCATION:Back Ranch Meadows Campground
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231105T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
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SUMMARY:Volunteers in China Camp (VICC) Program
DESCRIPTION:The next VICC program will take place in the Village Museum on Sunday\, November 5\, at 10 a.m.  \nThe program is approximately 1.5 hrs and is mandatory for new volunteers or volunteers who have have worked 15 hours or more. Park Manager\, Chris Young\, alongside other Senior Leadership will be reviewing the following information: \n  \n\nOrientation overview\nCSP & China Camp: Past & Present\nThe vital role of volunteers in our park\nInsurance\nEmergency Procedures\nVolunteer Requirements and behavioral expectations\nLogging hours with BetterImpact\n\nIf you are interested in becoming a VICC and have not yet attended the Volunteers in China Camp training\, please join us for more information! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteers-in-china-camp-vicc-program/
LOCATION:China Camp Village\, 100 China Camp Village Rd\, San Rafael\, CA\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T040347Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of park maintenance. There’s always a variety of tasks—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. No previous experience needed—we’ll teach you! Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. Meet at the maintenance area next to the China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-maintenance-event-6/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves\, filled water bottles\, and a brown bag lunch to share with your fellow volunteers at China Camp Village after the event (one beverage courtesy of Friends of China Camp). Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231006T035859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T235747Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day--CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T210715Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves\, filled water bottles\, and a brown bag lunch to share with your fellow volunteers at China Camp Village after the event (one beverage courtesy of Friends of China Camp). Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-2/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231015T201914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T172732Z
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SUMMARY:Après Turkey Family Hike
DESCRIPTION:Instead of shopping on the busiest day of the year\, come stretch your legs in the beauty of China Camp. Our day-after-Thanksgiving Day hike will follow the easy Shoreline Trail to the enormous “Mother Oak Tree.” Along the way we will look for the bright red berries of toyon (assuming red-breasted robins haven’t gobbled them up for their own Thanksgiving feast). We’ll also be on the lookout for the fluffy\, wind-borne seeds tipping the branches of coyote bush\, bright yellow leaves of big-leaf maple\, crimson honeysuckle berries\, and other signs of the changing seasons. \nEvent may be canceled due to rain or high winds. Dress in layers for changeable weather. Registration is required. Pets are not allowed on our trails\, so please leave your four-legged family members at home. \nDate: Friday\, November 24\nTime: 10 a.m. – noon\nLocation: China Camp Village upper parking area\nDifficulty: Easy to moderate; 2.5-mile mostly flat round trip\nAge: 8 and up (ages 8 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult)\nCost: Free (donations appreciated) \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/apres-turkey-family-hike/
LOCATION:China Camp Village Point parking lot
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231125T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
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SUMMARY:November Birding Hike: end of fall migration
DESCRIPTION:Nearly three out of four species of birds spread their wings and fly away to different climes when autumn arrives and days turn colder. This month marks the end of the great fall migration. Here in Northern California\, the flooded rice fields of the Central Valley and surrounding farm fields fill with ducks\, geese\, and other waterfowl that have left the Arctic or other northern locales to winter in our warmer climate. Many waterfowl stop in the waters around China Camp on their way to wintering grounds. We will look for them and other species on this month’s birding hike. \nAll levels of birding ability are welcome. We’ll review how to use bird guides\, checklists\, and binoculars\, and we’ll go over the keys ways to identify birds in the field. This month\, we’ll pay special attention to China Camp’s six basic habitats. Though more than 850 species of birds live in North America\, only some 15 species live in each specific habitat—a great bit of information when trying to narrow down what species you’re seeing in the field. \nEvent may be canceled due to rain or high winds. Dress in layers for changeable weather. Registration is required. \nDate: Saturday\, November 25\nTime: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.\nLocation: Turtle Back parking area\nDifficulty: Easy\, 1.5-mile walk\nAges: 12 and up with parent or responsible adult\nCost: Free (donations appreciated) \nREGISTER NOW \nPhoto: Bewick’s wren by Jerry Coe
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/november-birding-hike-end-of-fall-migration/
LOCATION:Turtle Back Trailhead
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231015T201211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T172426Z
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SUMMARY:November Naturalist’s Book Club
DESCRIPTION:In this month’s reading selection\, esteemed planetary geologist Erik Asphaug explores why the moon’s two sides are markedly different: the far side is mountainous\, the near side has plains created by lava. In this exhilarating read\, Asphaug takes us on a tour through the farthest reaches of our galaxy and of time itself to find out why our celestial satellite has such extraordinary geology. \nSummary from publisher Harper Academic: \n“An astonishing exploration of planet formation and the origins of life by one of the world’s most innovative planetary geologists. \nFourteen billion years ago\, the universe exploded into being\, creating galaxies and stars. Planets formed out of the leftover dust and gas that coalesced into larger and larger bodies orbiting around each star. In a sort of heavenly survival of the fittest\, planetary bodies smashed into each other until solar systems emerged. Curiously\, instead of being relatively similar in terms of composition\, the planets in our solar system\, and the comets\, asteroids\, satellites and rings\, are bewitchingly distinct. So\, too\, the halves of our moon.” \nDate: Sunday\, November 26\nTime: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nVenue: Online meeting; details emailed with your registration confirmation.\nCost: Free (donations appreciated) \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/november-naturalists-book-club/
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231127T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231127T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231115T183452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T234631Z
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SUMMARY:November Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:As we count down to the Winter Solstice (December 21)\, the Beaver Moon will rise in our night sky. This full moon is said to get its name from the busyness of beavers this time of year\, as they bolster up their dams and lodges in preparation for winter. We may not have beavers at the park\, but we can still enjoy the stunning sight of November’s full moon as it rises above the East Bay Hills! \nPlease wear sturdy hiking shoes and dress in layers for changeable weather and a crisp\, cool evening. Bring a fully charged flashlight or headlamp\, water\, and your camera. Pets are not allowed on our trails\, so please leave your critters at home. \nNOTE: The hike begins sharply at 4 p.m. for a 5 p.m. moonrise. Please arrive early to check in\, and don’t be late or you’ll miss the fun. This event may be canceled due to overcast skies\, rain or high winds. Registration is required. \nDate: Monday: November 27\nTime: 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.\nDifficulty: Moderate with 500-ft. elevation gain: 4 miles round trip\nMeeting location: China Camp Ranger Station\nAges: 10+ (ages 10 – 17 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult)\nCost: Free (sliding scale donations appreciated) \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/november-full-moon-hike/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231114T211335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T211335Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-8/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231110T175312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T200100Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-4/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231216T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231115T184453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T234855Z
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SUMMARY:December Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION:Look up in the wintry skies over the park this month and you might spy a spectacular snow goose or even a trumpeter swan. These big and beautiful water birds\, along with Ross’s geese\, sometimes take a break at China Camp as they head to their wintering grounds in the Upper Sacramento Valley. Learn about this great migration and more on this month’s free birding hike with our local expert\, Jerry Coe. \nOn this easy walk\, we’ll also be on the lookout for American white pelicans\, which overwinter in bay waters before heading to Great Basin breeding grounds in spring. Other likely sightings include Anna’s hummingbirds\, which start nesting in winter\, as well as spotted towhees\, white- and red-breasted nuthatches\, and Vaux’s swifts\, known to over-winter in the historic smoke stacks at nearby McNear’s brickyard. We’ll also review techniques for identifying birds in the field\, including habitat\, behavior\, bird song\, and more. \nBring comfortable walking shoes\, binoculars\, layers for changeable weather\, and a full water bottle. Registration is required. \nDate: Saturday\, December 16\nTime: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.\nDifficulty: Easy\, 2-mile walk\nLocation: Turtle Back Trailhead Parking Lot\nAges: 12+ (ages 12 – 17 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult)\nCost: Free (sliding scale donations appreciated) \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/december-birding-hike-2/
LOCATION:Turtle Back Trailhead
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231110T175516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T200240Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-5/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231114T210609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231217T230642Z
UID:6102-1703149200-1703160000@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves\, filled water bottles\, and a brown bag lunch to share with your fellow volunteers at China Camp Village after the event (one beverage courtesy of Friends of China Camp). Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-7/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231114T211645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T003555Z
UID:6112-1703667600-1703678400@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day—CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-11/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231227T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231227T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231017T023231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T215102Z
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SUMMARY:December Naturalist’s Book Club: Canceled
DESCRIPTION:Please note that\, due to the holidays\, our December book club has been canceled. The next virtual book club will be held on January 28\, 2024\, when we will be discussing author Siddhartha Mukherjee’s fascinating book\, The Gene: An Intimate History. \nThis is a hefty read\, with over 300 packed-full pages\, so we hope you agree with us that having an extra month to dig into this January title is a good thing indeed. Keep your eyes peeled for our next events announcement\, which will include a link to register for our January virtual book club meeting.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/december-naturalists-book-club/
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240101T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240101T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231115T181948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T013633Z
UID:6117-1704090600-1704099600@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:First Day Hike 2024
DESCRIPTION:Ring in the New Year in an unforgettable way! Join the California State Park’s annual tradition of watching the year’s first sunrise from a spectacular vantage point overlooking the bay. If your New Year’s resolution is to get your blood pumping and stay fit\, this is a great way to do it. We’ll also share any wishes or poems you have to kick off 2024. \nWear sturdy hiking shoes and dress in layers for changeable weather. Bring a fully charged flashlight or headlamp\, a full water bottle\, and your camera. \nNOTE: This hike begins sharply at 6:30 a.m. for a 7:26 a.m. sunrise\, so don’t be late or you’ll miss the fun. Please arrive a few minutes early to check in. Pets are not allowed on our trails\, so please leave your four-legged family members at home. Registration is required. \nDate: Monday\, January 1\nTime: 6:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.\nDifficulty: Moderate with 500-ft hill elevation gain; 4-miles round trip\nMeeting location: China Camp Ranger Station\nAges: 10+ (ages 10 – 17 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult)\nCost: Free (sliding scale donations appreciated) \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/first-day-hike-2024/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231114T211731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T211731Z
UID:6114-1704358800-1704369600@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-12/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231213T193819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T012857Z
UID:6164-1704535200-1704542400@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Junior Ranger Program: Life Under A Log
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature’s under-world in this fun and exciting day of discovery. Junior Rangers (and their grownups) will see what they can find when they gently uncover the world that thrives underneath fallen logs and branches. \nWinter rains make this an especially exciting time for discovery in the park. Ground-dwelling creatures\, including worms\, slender-leg salamanders\, beetles\, and centipedes emerge once again\, having buried deep to avoid the drying soils of summer. We’ll look for these and other insects\, amphibians\, and more as we explore this secret world at our feet. \nBring water\, snacks\, curiosity\, and smiles. Dress in layers for changeable weather. \nRegistration is required.\n\nDate: Saturday\, January 6 \nTime: 10 a.m. – noon\nDifficulty: Easy \nMeeting location: Back Ranch Meadows Campground\nAges: 7 to 9 with parent or responsible adult\nCost: Free (donations appreciated) \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/junior-ranger-program-life-under-a-log/
LOCATION:Back Ranch Meadows Campground
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240111T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231213T195325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T210103Z
UID:6190-1704972600-1704976200@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:January 2024 King Tide Walk
DESCRIPTION:Winter’s highest tides are something to see at China Camp\, with bay waters rising to inundate our marshlands. This season\, the peak tide will occur Thursday\, January 11 at roughly 12:15 p.m. Join our partner scientists from San Francisco Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR)  as we walk from Back Ranch Meadows Campground to Turtle Back Nature Trail\, for views of flooded marshlands. Learn how king tides can help scientists understand the impacts of future sea level rise. Bring your camera to capture birds of prey and other predators taking advantage of rising waters that flush out shorebirds\, rodents\, and other potential prey. (If you get some good shots\, submit them to the California King Tides Project.) \n\nWear shoes that can handle muddy trails\, and bring clothes for changeable weather.\n\nNote: Flooded roadways may limit park access. To avoid driving through floodwaters\, take the N. San Pedro Rd. exit off U.S. 101 and continue east to China Camp; park in the campground lot.\n\nRegistration is required.\n\nDate: Thursday\, January 11 \nTime: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \nDifficulty: Easy; up to 2 miles round trip\nMeeting location: Details emailed with registration confirmation.\nAges: 8 and older (ages 8 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult)\nCost: Free for FOCC members ($5 donation nonmembers) \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/january-2024-king-tide-walk/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240113T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231213T194834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T012720Z
UID:6192-1705132800-1705140000@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:January Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION:Listen—does the park seem quieter to you? That might be because by mid-January\, only our year-round\, nonmigratory birds are here to tweet\, chirp\, and caw. It’s a big drop in birds\, with only 30 percent of the summer population still flitting and flapping here come deep winter.\n\nOur non-migratory birds make the best of this time. Anna’s hummingbirds nest now (yes\, in January)\, when they are the only hummer species in the park and face less competition for food and safe nesting sites. We’ll search for these tiny residents\, as well as hawks and owls. Which will nest first? Come find out this fun fact and more on an invigorating walk through our various habitats. We’ll also discuss climate change and how it is affecting our bird populations.\n\nDress in layers for changeable weather\, and wear comfortable walking shoes that don’t mind getting wet. Bring binoculars and a full water bottle. Event may be canceled due to heavy rain or high winds. \n\nRegistration is required.\n\nDate: Saturday\, January 13\nTime: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.\nDifficulty: Easy\, 2-mile walk\nMeeting location: Turtle Back Nature Trail parking area\nAges: 12 and up (ages 12 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult)\nCost: Free (donations appreciated) \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/january-birding-hike/
LOCATION:Turtle Back Trailhead
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231206T165201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T014138Z
UID:6159-1705136400-1705147200@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED—Volunteer Work Event in partnership with CSPF
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO PREDICTED RAIN\, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. \nJoin us for a morning of making the park look beautiful\, and reduce fire fuels. We will focus on removal of invasive French and Scotch Broom plants and trail grooming. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again. \nSign up with the California State Park Foundation. You’ll then receive details on where to meet\, what to bring\, and what to wear. Free camping Friday night is offered to registered volunteers. Ages 14 and up (ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian). \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-event-in-partnership-with-cspf/
LOCATION:Miwok Meadows Picnic Area\, https://maps.app.goo.gl/4hXk4amjPvRVWkuj8\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231206T163155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T163155Z
UID:6155-1705395600-1705406400@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-9/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231206T162907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240121T234624Z
UID:6153-1706086800-1706097600@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Rescheduled - Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Due to weather predictions\, this work day has been rescheduled for Thursday\, January 25\, 9 a.m. to noon. \nJoin us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves\, filled water bottles\, and a brown bag lunch to share with your fellow volunteers at China Camp Village after the event (one beverage courtesy of Friends of China Camp). Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-3/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20240121T234810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240121T234810Z
UID:6471-1706173200-1706184000@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves\, filled water bottles\, and a brown bag lunch to share with your fellow volunteers at China Camp Village after the event (one beverage courtesy of Friends of China Camp). Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-16/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231213T202214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T002803Z
UID:6206-1706199300-1706209200@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an invigorating hike to witness the rise of the first full moon of the new year. This month’s “Wolf Moon” got its name from wolves that would howl on cold wintry nights. To take in incredible views of this breathtaking moonrise\, we’ll climb some 500 feet following a single-track trail to a prime overlook. This is a challenging hike after dark\, and is suitable for hardy hikers with proper shoes and clothing. If you aren’t suitably prepared\, you may not be able to join the hike. \n\nWear sturdy hiking shoes and dress in layers for a brisk\, winter evening. Pack a flashlight or headlamp\, either fully charged or with fresh batteries\, bring a full water bottle\, and be sure to have your camera ready. No pets are allowed on our trails\, so please leave your four-legged family members at home.\n\nNOTE: Arrive by 4:15 p.m to check in as the hike starts at 4:30 p.m. sharp for a 5:25 p.m. moonrise. Event may be canceled due to inclement weather or hazardous trail conditions.\n\nRegistration is required.\n\nDate: Thursday\, January 25\nTime: 4:15 p.m. – 7 p.m.\nDifficulty: Moderate to challenging 500-ft. elevation gain; 4 miles round trip\nMeeting location: Details sent with registration confirmation.\nAges: 10 and older (no children under age 10; ages 10 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult)\nCost: Free for FOCC members ($5 donation nonmembers) \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/january-2024-full-moon-hike/
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231213T202805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T002721Z
UID:6211-1706468400-1706472000@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Naturalist’s Book Club: The Gene
DESCRIPTION:January’s Book Club reading\, The Gene\, by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author Siddhartha Mukherjee\, drives home in this lucid and intimate book about the profound relevance of the history and future of biology in our lives. \n\nSummary from the author’s website:\n\n“THE GENE: An Intimate History . . . is the story of the quest to decipher the master-code of instructions that makes and defines humans\, that governs our form\, function\, and fate and determines the future of our children . . . a magnificent history of the gene and a response to the defining question of the future: What becomes of being human when we learn to “read” and “write” our own genetic information? . . . Throughout the narrative\, the story of Mukherjee’s own family—with its tragic and bewildering history of mental illness—cuts like a bright\, red line\, reminding us of the many questions that hang over our ability to translate the science of genetics from the laboratory to the real world. . . In superb prose and with an instinct for the dramatic scene\, he describes the centuries of research and experimentation—from Aristotle and Pythagoras to Mendel and Darwin\, from Boveri and Morgan to Crick\, Watson and Franklin\, all the way through the revolutionary twenty-first century innovators who mapped the human genome.”\n\nDate: Sunday\, January  28\nTime: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nVenue: Online meeting; details emailed with registration confirmation\nCost: Free (donations appreciated \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/january-2024-naturalists-book-club-the-gene/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141237
CREATED:20231206T163409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240128T000127Z
UID:6157-1706605200-1706616000@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a morning in the park making a difference. Our weekly maintenance days tackle a host of jobs large and small\, so there’s something for everyone. You don’t need to be a weightlifter or a construction worker to help out\, in fact we’ve got men and women of all shapes\, sizes\, ages\, and abilities volunteering at the park. But there are things that our volunteers have in common: a willingness to pitch in and work together\, a healthy sense of humor\, and desire to help the park. \nWhether you’re a newbie or experienced\, pitch in to keep the park safe and beautiful. There’s no long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again. \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian). Please leave your four-legged friends at home\, as no pets are allowed on our trails.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-10/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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