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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nSpecial Brown-Bag Lunch Day: After our work morning\, bring your own lunch for an informal gathering with fellow volunteers at China Camp Village. Cold drinks provided by Friends of China Camp. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: February 11 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-50/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250212T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123210
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T070936Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Full Moon HIke
DESCRIPTION:THIS HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO PREDICTED STORMY WEATHER.\nJoin us on a brisk hike to watch the February full moon peek over the San Pablo Bay horizon. This moon is often called the “Snow Moon” because it typically coincides with the heaviest snowfall of the year in the northern hemisphere. \nNaturalist docent Harold Hirsch will lead this 3.5-mile round-trip excursion. Follow him along a beautiful single-track trail to a prime overlook\, then enjoy breathtaking views of the moonrise over the bay. Please be prepared for this moderately challenging hike (elevation gain 500 feet). Bring a warm jacket and a headlamp or flashlight. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Wednesday\, February 12\nTime: 4:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\nLocation: China Camp State Park ranger station\nDifficulty: moderately challenging\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 10 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \n  \n  \n  \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/full-moon-hike-33/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123210
CREATED:20250106T192424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T182919Z
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp–RESCHEDULED to February 11
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO WEATHER PREDICTIONS\, THIS EVENT WAS RESCHEDULED TO TUESDAY\, FEBRUARY 11. \nMake a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nSpecial Brown-Bag Lunch Day: After our work morning\, bring your own lunch for an informal gathering with fellow volunteers at China Camp Village. Cold drinks provided by Friends of China Camp. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: February 13 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-42/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123210
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T025843Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION:Explore meandering bayside trails as we search for local waterfowl such as the striking common goldeneye\, a winter visitor known for its sleek black-and-white plumage and golden eyes. \nJerry Coe\, our experienced birding guide\, will help you identify waterfowl and other winter birds in the park and share fascinating insights about their behaviors and habitats. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the beauty of China Camp’s shoreline while connecting with fellow birders. Bring your binoculars and curiosity and learn about best birding tools and techniques. All skill levels are welcome. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, February 22 (Rescheduled from February 8)\nTime: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.\nLocation: Turtle Back trailhead\nDifficulty: easy 1.5- to 2-mile walk. This walk meets rain or shine.\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 10 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \n  \nRESERVE NOW \n  \ncommon goldeneye by Stefan Berndtsson/Wikimedia Commons;
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/birding-hike-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123210
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: February 22 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-43/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123210
CREATED:20250127T230420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T235133Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer work morning in partnership with the CSPF
DESCRIPTION:Make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come join our work day in partnership with the California State Parks Foundation. We will be pulling invasive French and Scotch broom plans and cutting invasive Fennel plants—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). Please register the the California State Parks Foundation. They will provide you with additional details and information about camping for volunteers. Minimum age is 14. Ages 14 – 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult. \nAt noon we will gather in the park’s historic Village for lunch. Bring your own brown bag lunch and a beverage. Beverages will also be available in the cafe for purchase \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Saturday\, February 22 \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to moderately strenuous. Walking 0.5 – 1.5 miles. \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nPlease register with the California State Parks Foundation.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-47/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123210
CREATED:20250105T223014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T015122Z
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join a lively discussion of Eight Bears by Gloria Dickie\, listed as best book of the year by The New Yorker. Dickie is an award-winning journalist and author\, and a global climate and environment correspondent at Reuters News Agency. Note\, the format has changed slightly to facilitate discussion. \nFrom the author’s website \n “In Eight Bears\, journalist Gloria Dickie embarks on a globe-trotting journey to explore each bear’s story\, whisking readers from the cloud forests of the Andes to the ice floes of the Arctic; from the jungles of India to the backwoods of the Rocky Mountain West. She meets with key figures on the frontlines of modern conservation efforts—the head of a rescue center for sun and moon bears freed from bile farms\, a biologist known as Papa Panda\, who has led China’s panda-breeding efforts for almost four decades\, a conservationist retraining a military radar system to detect and track polar bears near towns—to reveal the unparalleled challenges bears face as they contend with a rapidly changing climate and encroaching human populations.” \nDate: Sunday\, February 23\nTime: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nLocation: online meeting; details emailed with registration confirmation\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 12 and up \n  \nRESERVE NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/7805/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123210
CREATED:20250106T193133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T234342Z
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: February 22 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-44/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123210
CREATED:20250127T225336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T235032Z
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: March 5 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-46/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123210
CREATED:20250219T050358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T010726Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Ranger Program
DESCRIPTION:Life under a log\n\nWinter rains have awakened creatures hidden beneath the forest floor. This month’s Junior Ranger Program invites your little explorers to discover the secret life of wiggling worms\, slippery salamanders\, busy beetles\, and speedy centipedes that reside among the mossy riparian woodlands of Back Ranch Meadows. We’ll lift leaves\, roll logs\, and peek under rocks to uncover these fascinating forest critters. \nDon’t miss this fun hands-on adventure! Grab your rainboots and curiosity—nature’s tiny wonders are waiting! \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, March 8\nTime: 10 a.m. – noon\nLocation: Back Ranch Meadows campground\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 7 to 9; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \n  \nRESERVE NOW \n  \nPhoto credit: California newt by Connor Long/Wikimedia Commons \n 
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/junior-ranger-program-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250219T045642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T011246Z
UID:7856-1741438800-1741446000@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Mycology Program
DESCRIPTION:A guide to California’s mushrooms\n \nCurious about mushrooms\, their basic biology\, and local diversity? In this discussion and hike\, we’ll learn about fungal life cycles\, ecological niches\, and the novel characteristics of some of our ecosystems’ most important players in nutrient cycling. We’ll review a variety of local mushrooms and take a peek at CA FUNDIS\, an audacious initiative to comprehensively document\, collect\, and sequence the genomes of California’s diverse mushrooms species using cutting-edge science. \nProgram leader Damon Tighe brings pioneering biotech science into classrooms and also serves as a California naturalist. He has documented over 90K observations on iNaturalist\, is an avid contributor to CA FUNDIS\, and has sequenced DNA from mushrooms worldwide\, including from Australia\, China\, Madagascar\, and Ecuador. \nSpace is limited; registration required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, March 8\nTime: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nLocation: China Camp Village museum\nDifficulty: easy 1.5- to 2-mile walk\nCost: free for FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 14 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \n  \nRESERVE NOW \n  \nPhoto: Amanita agusta by Sarah Steirch/Wikimedia Commons
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/mycology-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250310T002348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T211844Z
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT WAS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY\, MARCH 13\, BUT WAS RESCHEDULED DUE TO PREDICTED HEAVY RAIN. \nMake a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nSpecial Brown-Bag Lunch Day: After our work morning\, bring your own lunch for an informal gathering with fellow volunteers at China Camp Village. Cold drinks provided by Friends of China Camp. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: March 13 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-51/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250127T225031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T002116Z
UID:7829-1741856400-1741867200@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:RESCHEDULED TO TUESDAY\, MARCH 11 DUE TO PREDICTED HEAVY RAIN \nMake a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nSpecial Brown-Bag Lunch Day: After our work morning\, bring your own lunch for an informal gathering with fellow volunteers at China Camp Village. Cold drinks provided by Friends of China Camp. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: March 13 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-45/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250314T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250314T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250219T051519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T011650Z
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Worm Moon\n \nEver feel like it’s time to change up your weekly evening routine for something a bit more… spectacular? Take a night off from Netflix and exchange your couch for a hike through our verdant hills to a wide open sky and a full moon. On this 3.5-mile round-trip hike\, we will ascend to a breathtaking vista point and welcome March’s glowing “Worm Moon” as it emerges into the night sky. The name “Worm Moon” is thought to have originated from Dakota Native Americans\, who associate this seasonal moon with the appearance of “worms” (actually beetle larvae) that surface from within tree bark as landscapes thaw from the long winter. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Friday\, March 14\nTime: 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.\nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station\nDifficulty: moderate 3.5-mile round trip hike\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 10 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \n  \nRESERVE NOW  \n  \nPhoto credit: full moon by Steve Ziman
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/7865/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250315T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250315T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250219T051152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T012108Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION:Late-winter arrivals\nChina Camp’s most dazzling aerial acrobats are back. Glossy tree swallows\, shimmering violet-green swallows\, and iridescent barn swallows return each spring to soar through China Camp’s skies. During this easy guided hike\, we’ll search for these and other avian migrants\, many of which have just returned after a long journey from wintering sites in Mexico. We’ll review the four keys to bird identification and explore how climate change is shaping the future of birds. Led by birding expert Jerry Coe\, this program is a must for bird lovers! \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \n\nDate: Saturday\, March 15\nTime: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.\nLocation: Turtle Back Trail\nDifficulty: easy 1.5- to 2-mile walk\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 10 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nNote: Warm clothing advised. This event meets rain or shine. If raining we will move to the China Camp Village Cafe. \n  \nRESERVE NOW \n  \nPhoto credit: violet-green swallow by Steve Colwell/Wikimedia Commons
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/birding-hike-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250127T232739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T235037Z
UID:7834-1742634000-1742644800@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Saturday\, March 22 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to moderate \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-49/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250127T230646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T231825Z
UID:7832-1742893200-1742904000@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Tuesday\, March 22 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-48/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250329T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250329T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250219T055323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T065923Z
UID:7869-1743276600-1743282000@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:EVENT CANCELED: Astronomy Program: starry\, starry night
DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled due to predicted weather conditions.\n\n\nJoin retired National Park Ranger Kathryn Daskal to explore the resplendent night sky on a dark\, moonless night. As ancient as it is wondrous\, stunning\, and mysterious\, the night sky is surely humanity’s oldest universal resource. During this evening program\, we will delve into the science of astronomy\, and reflect upon the diverse cultural perspectives on what we see. No telescopes or technical equipment will be needed for this stargazing experience—just your eyes\, warm layers\, flashlight\, blanket\, water bottle\, and a keen sense of wonder. \n“Astronomy compels the soul to look upward and leads us from this world to another.” \n– Plato \nSpace is limited; registration is required. \nDate: Saturday\, March 29\nTime: 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.\nLocation: China Camp Point\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: All are welcome; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nNote: Inclement weather will cancel this event. Cancellations notified via email. \n  \nRESERVE NOW  \n  \nPhoto credit: full moon courtesy of NASA/ nasa.gov
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/astronomy-program/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250330T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250219T060137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T014437Z
UID:7872-1743361200-1743364800@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Naturalist Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Ends of the Earth & The Serviceberry\n\nFor this month’s program we will discuss two entertaining books by award-winning authors: Ends of the Earth by Neil Shubin and The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Shubin is a science writer and paleontologist; Kimmerer is a botanist\, professor\, and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. \nThe Serviceberry\nFrom the author’s website\n“As Indigenous scientist and author of Braiding Sweetgrass Robin Wall Kimmerer harvests serviceberries alongside the birds\, she considers the ethic of reciprocity that lies at the heart of the gift economy. How\, she asks\, can we learn from Indigenous wisdom and the plant world to reimagine what we value most?… The Serviceberry is an antidote to the broken relationships and misguided goals of our times\, and a reminder that ‘hoarding won’t save us\, all flourishing is mutual.‘” \nEnds of the Earth\nFrom the publisher’s website\n“Written with infectious enthusiasm and irresistible curiosity\, Ends of the Earth blends travel writing\, science\, and history in a book brimming with surprising and wonderful discoveries…Shubin shares unforgettable moments from centuries of expeditions to reveal just how far scientists will go to understand polar regions…” \nDate: Sunday\, March 30\nTime: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nLocation: online meeting; details emailed with registration confirmation\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 12 and up \n  \nRESERVE NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/naturalist-book-club-40/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250310T172036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T160906Z
UID:7892-1743584400-1743595200@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:April is “Earth Month”—the perfect time to make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle\, work gloves\, and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Wednesday\, April 2 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-53/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_4539-e1741627183337.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250310T171402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T161014Z
UID:7889-1744275600-1744286400@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:April is “Earth Month”—the perfect time to make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle\, work gloves\, and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nSpecial Brown-Bag Lunch Day: After our work morning\, bring your own lunch for an informal gathering with fellow volunteers at China Camp Village. Cold drinks provided by Friends of China Camp. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Thursday\, April 10 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-52/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250111T015815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T015854Z
UID:7817-1744444800-1744462800@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:San Pedro Road Closure: Marin Endurance Festival
DESCRIPTION:Please be advised that San Pedro Road will be closed from Peacock Drive to the Back Ranch Meadows entrance gate on Saturday\, April 12th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, due to the Marin Endurance Festival Triathlon. Park facilities along San Pedro Road will be inaccessible to the public until 1p.m. on both days.  \nYou can find more information about the Marin Endurance Festival Triathlon here\, which will begin at McNear’s Beach County Park. \n Back Ranch Meadows Campground entrance will remain open. Campers and visitors can enter and leave from the north entrance of San Pedro Road. \nExpect increased traffic on San Pedro Road\, trails will be unaffected.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/san-pedro-road-closure-marin-endurance-festival/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250318T053833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T011839Z
UID:7928-1744482600-1744491600@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike - "Pink Moon"
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to an unforgettable evening under the stars! This popular guided hike leads to an impressive vista point where we’ll witness the rise of the full moon over the sparkling bay. April’s full “Pink Moon” is named after the vibrant pink phlox flowers that bloom in spring. Naturalist Harold Hirsch will lead this moderately strenuous hike. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \n \nDate: Saturday\, April 12\nTime: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.\nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station\nDifficulty: moderate 3.5-mile round trip hike\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 10 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult\n \n  \nRESERVE NOW \n  \nPhoto: full moon courtesy of NASA/ nasa.gov
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/full-moon-hike-pink-moon/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250318T051825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T012033Z
UID:7926-1745049600-1745056800@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Spring Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION: April brings a burst of avian activity to the park: torpedo-like Vaux’s swifts soar in the sky and the sweet chorus of returning migrant songbirds like warbling vireos\, yellow warblers\, and Western tanagers\, fills the morning air. We’ll listen to the varied calls of these new arrivals during this guided walk. China Camp’s diverse habitats and their role in bird identification will be discussed. Led by birding expert Jerry Coe\, this easy hike is perfect for birders of all levels. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, April 19\nTime: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.\nLocation: Turtle Back Trailhead\nDifficulty: easy 1.5- to 2-mile walk\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 10 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nRESERVE NOW \n  \nWestern tanager by Glacier NPS/Wikimedia Commons
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/spring-birding-hike-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250313T210919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T161334Z
UID:7890-1745053200-1745067600@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with California State Parks Foundation\, help reduce wildfire risk and support ongoing habitat restoration efforts at the park. Volunteers will use hand tools to remove invasive plants\, such as Scotch broom (Cytisus scoparius) and French broom (Genista monspessulana). Invasive broom crowds out native plants\, harms wildlife habitats\, and changes the soil chemistry\, making it harder for other plants to grow. We will also remove fire-prone bark shed by Eucalyptus trees. \nAges 14 and older are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult and bring a waiver signed by their guardian). Lunch will be provided. Please bring your own drinks or buy one at the cafe. Meeting specifics will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up. \nMake a difference and have fun doing it! It’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park.Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). \nRegister here. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Saturday\, April 19 \nTime: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. including lunch \nLocation: China Camp Village upper parking lot \nDifficulty: moderately strenuous
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/earth-day-volunteer-event/
LOCATION:China Camp Village upper parking lot\, 100 China Camp Village Rd.\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250420T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250317T233206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T014108Z
UID:7925-1745143200-1745148600@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Easter Wildflower Hike
DESCRIPTION:Are skyrocketing egg prices putting a damper on Easter festivities? Skip the egg hunt and discover vibrant wildflowers with us during this scenic hike in our oak woodland forest. This easy stroll will afford views of a vibrant array of colorful spring blooms\, including coast mule ears\, blue-eyed grass\, star lilies\, California poppies\, and Douglas irises. Enjoy the beauty of China Camp’s coastline while learning about these colorful blossoms. \nSpace is limited; registration required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Sunday\, April 20\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station\nDifficulty: moderate 2-mile round trip hike\nCost: free for FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 7 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nphoto: wildflowers by Sheila Coll
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/easter-wildflower-hike/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250310T172841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T161452Z
UID:7888-1745312400-1745323200@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Today is international Earth Day—the perfect day to make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle\, work gloves\, and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Tuesday\, April 22 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-54/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_4393-e1741627675705.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250318T055041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T014503Z
UID:7931-1745661600-1745668800@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Junior Ranger Program - All About Bugs!
DESCRIPTION:Junior Rangers are in for a fun and fascinating adventure all about bugs! Discover the incredible world of invertebrates and uncover the mystery of why all bugs are insects\, but not all insects are bugs. Junior Rangers will explore the roles of predators\, pollinators\, builders\, cleaners\, and even artists in the park’s invertebrate community. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \n  \n  \n\nDate: Saturday\, April 26\nTime: 10 a.m. – noon\nLocation: Back Ranch Meadows campground\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 7 to 9; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \n  \nRESERVE NOW \n  \nBay checkerspot butterfly courtesy of USFWS National Digital Library
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/junior-ranger-program-all-about-bugs/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250317T232806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T014613Z
UID:7923-1745780400-1745784000@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Naturalist Book Club: Chief Marin by Betty Goerke
DESCRIPTION:For this month’s book club meeting\, we will discuss Chief Marin by the late anthropologist and local teacher\, Betty Goerke. In this well-researched book\, Goerke uncovers fascinating historical accounts of an exceptional indigenous leader native to Marin County. \nFrom the publisher’s website:\n“It’s a little known fact that the San Francisco Bay Area’s Marin County is named after a Coast Miwok chief who achieved notoriety for defying Spanish authority over his people. Anthropologist and archaeologist Betty Goerke has pieced together a portrait of the life of this Native American leader\, using mission records\, ethnographies\, explorers’ and missionaries’ diaries and correspondence\, and other material.” \nDate: Sunday\, April 27\nTime: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nLocation: online meeting; details emailed with registration confirmation\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 12 and up \n  \nRESERVE NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/naturalist-book-club-chief-marin-by-betty-goerke/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123211
CREATED:20250310T173557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T161606Z
UID:7891-1746003600-1746014400@friendsofchinacamp.org
SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:This is the last day of “Earth Month!” It’s the perfect time to make a difference and have fun doing it! With limited dollars coming from the State\, volunteers are essential in keeping the park safe and beautiful. Come groom a trail\, pull invasive weeds\, split firewood\, paint a fence\, or do the countless other tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle\, work gloves\, and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Wednesday\, April 30 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-55/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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