• Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »

  • BIRDING WALK: Get a glimpse before they head south

    Photo: Becky Matsubara/Wikimedia Commons Kick off your weekend with an early-morning bird walk and see which of our feathered friends are still hanging around Turtle Back! The early bird gets the worm, after all, and the early birder gets a chance to catch these quick and curious avians going about... Read more »

  • JUNIOR RANGERS: Owls are a hoot

    Do you know what owls eat? Come one, come all, and join us down in the Village to discover what makes these nighttime hunters such a hoot! Participants will learn about owl diets and explore the fascinating world of owl pellets through a hands-on dissection activity. Uncover the hidden clues,... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »

  • SPECIAL EVENT: King Tides walk

      Along the way, we’ll explore the park’s unique natural and cultural history, spot changes happening right before our eyes, and discover what makes these powerful tides so fascinating. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this adventure offers a rare chance to witness nature’s extremes from the park’s premier... Read more »

  • FULL MOON HIKE: Supermoon

    Take a break from your Thanksgiving preparations, bundle up your guests, and step outside to watch the moon rise. And to make this full moon especially exciting, it will be at its closest point to Earth, just 223,436 miles away, making it the biggest Supermoon of the year! The moon promises... Read more »

  • SPECIAL EVENT: Post-Thanksgiving hike

    Ready to return to the trails after your holiday feasting and retailing? Head for the hills of China Camp with other nature lovers to observe life enduring despite shorter days and cooler temperatures. Join us to discover the results of our early-winter rains, such as tiny sprouts, delicate ferns, and... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp works tirelessly to protect and preserve the beauty of our beloved park—but we can't do it without amazing volunteers like you! Come spend a morning outdoors, caring for the trails and facilities all over the park. It’s a great way to enjoy the fresh air, get... Read more »

  • NATURALIST’S BOOK CLUB: Hidden Guests

    What if some of your cells were not your own? This month’s book club selection is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the fascinating scientific phenomenon of microchimerism. In Hidden Guests, science journalist Lise Barnéoud explores the emerging science of microchimerism: the presence in individuals of genetically distinct cells that... Read more »