Friends of China Camp 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... Read more »
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... Read more »
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... Read more »
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... Read more »
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... Read more »
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. From the publisher's website: “It’s a little known fact that the San Francisco Bay Area’s... Read more »
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,... Read more »
San Pedro Road through China Camp State Park will be impacted by a cycling event on Saturday, May 3rd from 9 am – 4:30 pm. The park's facilities and San Pedro Road will remain open throughout the event, however, please expect increased bicycle traffic on the road during that time.... 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 »
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a peaceful spring wildflower walk along a scenic bayside trail. Enjoy a leisurely stroll as we admire native blooms like California poppy, lupine, yarrow, and assorted irises. Naturalist Harold Hirsch will share insights into the unique habitats and roles of these seasonal gems. Whether you're with... Read more »
