Friends of China Camp February is the perfect month for a hike in China Camp. The brisk air, the views, and, yup, the first wildflowers are coming out as well! Join Friends Of China Camp’s guided hiking program on selected Saturdays in February at China Camp State Park. Lead by Naturalist Harold Hirsch. Hikes range from... Read more »
Join Teresa Salzman, archeologist and acting director of the Museum of the American Indian as she shares with us a glimpse of Miwok life past and present. This will be a hands-on experience and discussion where we will explore Miwok history and traditions in the art of basketry, music,... Read more »
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED The hike leader called in sick and was unable to lead the hike. The hike will be postponed for Feb 25th. Sunday Feb 18th, 2018 9:30am -Noon Meeting place: Turtleback trailhead, San Pedro Rd Join naturalist Susan Edwards as we uncover the secrets... Read more »
Join our team on President's Day! What we tackle always depends on the number of volunteers and the availability of material, but our plan is to repair split rail fencing at the group campsite and en route parking, split wood and bundle firewood, and remove excess stone on a section of... Read more »
February’s book: The Triumph of Seeds by Thor Hanson, 2015 “We live in a world of seeds. From our morning toast to the cotton in our clothes, they are quite literally the stuff and staff of life: supporting diets, economies, and civilizations around the globe. Just as the search for... Read more »
Get outside. See great views. Learn about the natural world. Sound good? Join naturalist Harold Hirsch for guided morning hikes at China Camp featuring stunning vistas and spring wildflowers! March 3rd Turtleback trailhead-9:30am Easy hike- Family Friendly Bioblitz! We will walk around turtleback trail and submit photos... Read more »
Get outside. See great views. Learn about the natural world. Sound good? Join naturalist Harold Hirsch for guided morning hikes at China Camp featuring stunning vistas and spring wildflowers! 3/17 Knight Drive Gate trailhead-9:30am Intermediate hike. 2-3 miles. Topic: Vistas of the San Francisco Bay Hikes range from... Read more »
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN CHECK UPDATES FOR RESCHEDULED DATE Join Dr. Peter Oboyski, curator and manager of the Essig Museum of Entomology at UC Berkeley as he discusses the biology and diversity of butterflies. There will be specimens of local butterflies to view and information about... Read more »
Sunday March 18th, 2018 9:30am -Noon Meeting place: Turtleback trailhead, San Pedro Rd Join naturalist Susan Edwards as we uncover the secrets of the Heart of China Camp: Turtleback trail. We'll start at the Turtleback trailhead and wander among the pickleweed marsh and the oak woodlands to discover the plants... Read more »
Cancelled because of rain. Please join us on Saturday, April 7. Sign up at CalParks
Get outside. See great views. Learn about the natural world. Sound good? Join naturalist Harold Hirsch for guided morning hikes at China Camp featuring stunning vistas and spring wildflowers! Hikes range from easy to moderate, ranging from 1.5 to 2 miles. Please bring appropriate hiking gear, warm clothing water,... Read more »
MARCH: “Full Sap Moon” China Camp State Park Date: Friday March 30th 2018 Time: 6pm -8:30 pm March 31st is the “Full Sap Moon”. This moon is named for this time just after the spring equinox when the sap from sugar maple trees really begins to flow. We will... Read more »
