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Volunteer Park Maintenance

Join us for a morning of park maintenance. The tasks are variable and range in difficulty from easy to a good work out. No need to sign up; just meet at the maintenance area next to the Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael) and look for a group... Read more »

Volunteer Park Maintenance

Join us for a morning of park maintenance. The tasks are variable and range in difficulty from easy to a good work out. No need to sign up; just meet at the maintenance area next to the Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael) and look for a group... Read more »

October Birding Hike

October is the height of fall migration, with a staggering 70 percent of all bird species joining in a mass migration to wintering grounds around the globe. Moving southward, often to warmer climes in Central and South America, birds tend to follow known water sources, like ours at China Camp.... Read more »

Free

Autumn Seed-Seeker Hike

With fall’s return, we will seek (but not collect) seeds as plants prepare for winter. Join this naturalist-led hike and talk about the different strategies that plants use in producing seeds—from prickly pods to edible nuts—all geared towards increasing the odds of perpetuating the species’ success. Learn about the natural... Read more »

Free

Volunteer Park Maintenance

Join us for a morning of park maintenance. The tasks are variable and range in difficulty from easy to a good work out. No need to sign up; just meet at the maintenance area next to the Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael) and look for a group... Read more »

Volunteer Park Maintenance

Join us for a morning of park maintenance. The tasks are variable and range in difficulty from easy to a good work out. No need to sign up; just meet at the maintenance area next to the Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael) and look for a group... Read more »

SAN PEDRO ROAD CLOSURE: Marin Triathlon

Please be advised that San Pedro Road will be closed from Peacock Drive to the Back Ranch Meadows entrance gate on Saturday, October 28th and Sunday, October 29th, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., due to the Marin Triathlon and 1/2 Marathon. Park facilities along San Pedro Road will be... Read more »

Junior Ranger Program

Back Ranch Meadows Campground

It’s the spookiest time of year, when bats, owls, and other creatures of the night take on a different light. But are they really that scary? Join this special Halloween-themed Junior Rangers program to discover how our nocturnal residents—especially ones with wings—aren’t scary at all, but actually have awesome super... Read more »

Free

CANCELED: Hunter Moon Hike

We are sorry to inform you that due to the emphasized high wind warnings from Marin County, and the Red Flag Warning issued today, our hike lead has decided the safest option is to cancel tonight's Program. If you would like more information, please visit the following link: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=37.9931&lon=-122.5013 Thank you for your engagement with China... Read more »

SAN PEDRO ROAD CLOSURE: Marin County 1/2 Marathon

Please be advised that San Pedro Road will be closed from Peacock Drive to the Back Ranch Meadows entrance gate on Saturday, October 28th and Sunday, October 29th, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., due to the Marin Triathlon and 1/2 Marathon. Park facilities along San Pedro Road will be... Read more »

October Naturalist’s Book Club

How are scientists, farmers, and foodies helping heal our planet’s soil? Join us as we dig our hands into author Kristin Ohlson’s fascinating book, The Soil Will Save Us. Summary from author Kristin Ohlson’s website: “The granddaughter of farmers and the daughter of avid gardeners, Ohlson has long had an... Read more »

Free

Volunteer Work Day

Join us for a morning of park maintenance. The tasks are variable and range in difficulty from easy to a good work out. No need to sign up; just meet at the maintenance area next to the Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael) and look for a group... Read more »