Friends of China Camp Scan our tidal wetlands in July, and you’ll likely see an outstanding array of shorebirds. Handsome marbled godwits, downright-cute Western snowy plovers (a federally threatened species), plus assorted sandpipers and ducks frequent our shoreline, making it a great place to head for this month’s birding walk. We’ll start with a... Read more »
As the lushness of spring slides into the golden days of mid-summer, changes happen all over the park. Join our leisurely walk into one of China Camp’s key habitats: our beautiful oak and bay woodlands. We’ll be on the lookout for a host of summer’s remarkable seeds—and the critters who... Read more »
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 »
This month’s undoubtedly lively discussion will dig into one of Earth's essential and fascinating elements as we discuss Carbon: The Book of Life by bestselling author, Paul Hawken. From the publisher's website: “Here, Paul Hawken looks at the flow of life through the lens of carbon. Embracing a panoramic view of carbon’s omnipresence,... Read more »
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 »
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 »
There’s something fishy about this month’s full moon. The name “Sturgeon Moon” may seem like a bit of a head scratcher, but it’s a name that’s rooted in Native American lore from the East Coast. For those cultures, this month’s moonrise marks prime time for snagging lake sturgeon in eastern... Read more »
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 »
While the flurry of nesting activity has wrapped up around the park, there’s still lots of activity going on in China Camp’s forests, meadows, and marshlands. The hungry nestlings from spring and early summer have turned into enthusiastic fledglings, flapping mightily (and sometimes crash-landing) as they strengthen their muscles and... Read more »
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 »
