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SUMMARY:Owl meet-and-greet with All About Owls
DESCRIPTION:Last month we had huge interest in this very special program\, so we are offering it again this month. All About Owls\, a nonprofit based in Petaluma\, will bring two of their “ambassador owls” to the Village Museum for this afternoon event. Owl experts will also share fascinating facts about owls in an info-packed presentation. We’ll meet Gazeau\, a female great horned owl who\, fell from her nest in Oregon when young\, injuring her right wing. She was taken to a wildlife hospital\, but the damage couldn’t be completely repaired\, leaving her unable fend for herself in the wild. So\, in 2013\, she became an ambassador for All About Owls. We’ll also meet Buho\, a male Western screech owl found in Sonoma. Buho has a damaged optic nerve and permanently dilated pupil that makes it impossible for him to hunt effectively. Buho became an ambassador in 2014. \nLearn more about Gazeau and Buho\, and other local owl species and why they are so important in our ecosystem. You’ll also learn what you can do to reduce threats to owls and help them thrive in the wild. Be on time to make sure you don’t miss the presentation or the owls in what’s sure to be a popular event. \nSpace is limited; registration required. Cancellations notified via email.  \nDate: Saturday\, March 9 \nTime: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. \nLocation: China Camp Village Museum  \nCost: Free for FOCC members\, $5 donation appreciated from non-members  \nAges: 8 and up (under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult) \nADA accessible: Yes  \n  \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nPhoto: Screech owl courtesy of All About Owls
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/owl-meet-and-greet-with-all-about-owls/
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SUMMARY:Give-Back Morning at China Camp—POSTPONED TO 3/13
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO PREDICTED RAIN\, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO WEDNESDAY\, MARCH 13. \nEnjoy a morning making a difference in the park. Our weekly maintenance days tackle a host of jobs large and small\, so there’s something for everyone. You don’t need to be a weightlifter or a construction worker to help out\, in fact we’ve got men and women of all shapes\, sizes\, ages\, and abilities volunteering at the park. But there are things that our volunteers have in common: a willingness to pitch in and work together\, a healthy sense of humor\, and desire to help the park. \nWhether you’re a newbie or experienced\, pitch in to keep the park safe and beautiful. There’s no long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again. \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian). Please leave your four-legged friends at home\, as no pets are allowed on our trails. \nIf you are volunteering as a group of 5 or more\, please contact our team coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. This helps us plan for tools and supplies. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-18/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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SUMMARY:Give-Back Morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a morning making a difference in the park. Our weekly maintenance days tackle a host of jobs large and small\, so there’s something for everyone. You don’t need to be a weightlifter or a construction worker to help out\, in fact we’ve got men and women of all shapes\, sizes\, ages\, and abilities volunteering at the park. But there are things that our volunteers have in common: a willingness to pitch in and work together\, a healthy sense of humor\, and desire to help the park. \nWhether you’re a newbie or experienced\, pitch in to keep the park safe and beautiful. There’s no long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again. \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian). Please leave your four-legged friends at home\, as no pets are allowed on our trails. \nIf you are volunteering as a group of 5 or more\, please contact our team coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. This helps us plan for tools and supplies. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-mornings-at-china-camp/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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SUMMARY:March Birding Walk
DESCRIPTION:Avian Fashion Month at the park\nMarch is the season of truly fine-feathered friends at China Camp\, and these celebrities will be arriving in their most en-vogue attire. Join our morning walk to spy these newly arriving avian dazzlers\, like shimmering violet-green swallows\, dapper Swainson’s hawks\, and yellow-breasted kingbirds\, our largest flycatcher. We will look for these and other spring migrants and discuss identification methods.  \nExperienced birder Jerry Coe will also discuss how climate change has impacted these and other birds. Bring binoculars\, water\, and snacks. Dress warmly and wear appropriate hiking shoes.  \nSpace is limited; registration required. Cancellations notified via email.  \n  \nDate: Saturday\, March 16 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.   \nLocation: Turtle Back Trailhead \nDifficulty: easy\, 2-mile walk \nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members \nAge: suitable for all ages\, children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nADA accessible: yes \n  \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nPhoto: Swainson’s hawk by Jerry Coe
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/beginning-birding-walk/
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SUMMARY:Junior Ranger Program
DESCRIPTION:The Birth of the Bay\nIn this fascinating and fun program\, Junior Rangers will uncover the mystery of how San Francisco Bay came to be. Our educators will take little ones on a magical journey back thousands of years\, to a time when the San Francisco Bay was a grassland river valley. Back then\, the region was home to roaming herds of 13-foot-tall Columbian mammoths and giant camels.  \nHow did these grasslands become a sprawling bay filled with animals? What mysterious forces formed China Camp’s present-day shoreline and tidal marshlands\, and how did it happen? We will explore answers to these questions and more as we explore China Camp’s shoreline. Dress in weather-appropriate clothing and bring snacks\, water\, a smile\, and a spirit of adventure. \nSpace is limited; registration required. Cancellations notified via email.  \n  \nDate: Saturday\, March 16 \nTime: 10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.   \nLocation: China Camp Village \nDifficulty: easy\, ¾-mile walk \nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members \nAge: suitable for children ages 7 to 9 with a parent or responsible adult \nADA accessible: no \n  \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nPhoto: Columbian mammoths courtesy of the National Park Service
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/junior-ranger-program-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T090000
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SUMMARY:Give-Back Morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of making the park look beautiful. There’s always plenty to do—trail grooming\, fence mending\, log splitting\, litter pickup\, and so much more. Join us and make a difference! No previous experience needed. Difficulty ranges from easy to a good work out. No long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again! \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves\, filled water bottles\, and a brown bag lunch to share with your fellow volunteers at China Camp Village after the event (one beverage courtesy of Friends of China Camp). Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (minors ages 14 to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian). \nIf you are volunteering as a group of 5 or more\, please contact our team coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. This helps us plan for tools and supplies. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-19/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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SUMMARY:Spring Wildflower Walk - RESCHEDULED FOR MARCH 30
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS\, THIS WALK HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY\, MARCH 30. \nBright yellow buttercups\, pale-pink and creamy white milkmaids\, orange poppies\, deep-blue lupine\, garnet-hued warrior’s plume—it’s a veritable color wheel at the park right now\, with springtime wildflowers sprinkling our meadows and woods. On this gentle hike\, we’ll look for easy-to-spot blooms and learn keys to identifying them. \nIf you’ve got a field guide to wildflowers\, bring it! We’ll also share tips on taking great photos of flowers\, even with your iPhone. Wear comfortable shoes\, bring a full water bottle\, and pack a layer for changeable weather. \nSpace is limited; registration required. Cancellations notified via email.  \n  \n  \nDate: Saturday\, March 23 \nTime: 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.   \nLocation: details provided upon registration \nDifficulty: easy\, 1- to 2-mile walk \nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members \nAge: suitable for children age 8 and older with parent or responsible adult \nADA accessible: no \nMaximum number of attendees: 20 \n  \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nPhoto: lupine on China Camp Point by Harriot Manley
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/spring-wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:Back Ranch Meadows Campground
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SUMMARY:Moonrise Astronomy Night—CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS\, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Who better to celebrate the spring equinox with than with our nearest and dearest celestial friend\, the moon! Overlooking the sparkling waters of San Pablo Bay\, we will convene at China Camp Point and enjoy a clear view of the “Worm moon” as it rises over the East Bay hills. This month’s moon is believed to get its name from earthworms which often emerge after spring rains. Some experts say it’s more likely refers to types of beetle larvae\, not earthworms\, which emerge in spring. \nHike lead and natural history docent Harold Hirsch will share fascinating facts about the science\, cultural significance\, and history of the moon and the spring equinox. We’ll finish with a sweet treat: all the fixins for s’more “moon pies.” This stationary\, wheelchair-accessible\, family-friendly event welcomes all ages and abilities.  \nWear warm clothing for chilly evening weather.  \nSpace is limited; registration required. Cancellations notified via email.  \nDate: Saturday\, March 23 \nTime:  6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. \nLocation: China Camp Point parking lot \nDifficulty: easy (we will be staying in one location; no hiking) \nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members \nAge: All ages welcome; under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nADA accessible: yes \n  \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nPhoto: full moon by Harold Hirsch
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/moonrise-astronomy-night/
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SUMMARY:Give-Back Morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:  \nEnjoy a morning making a difference by volunteering today at China Camp. Our weekly maintenance days tackle a host of jobs large and small\, so there’s something for everyone. You don’t need to be a weightlifter or a construction worker to help out\, in fact we’ve got men and women of all shapes\, sizes\, ages\, and abilities volunteering at the park. But there are things that our volunteers have in common: a willingness to pitch in and work together\, a healthy sense of humor\, and desire to help the park. \nWhether you’re a newbie or experienced\, pitch in to keep the park safe and beautiful. There’s no long-term commitment required—but we hope you come again. \nMeet promptly at 9 a.m. in the maintenance area next to China Camp Ranger Station (101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael). Bring work gloves and filled water bottles. Long pants and long-sleeve shirt with sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Ages 14 and up (under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian). Please leave your four-legged friends at home\, as no pets are allowed on our trails. \nIf you are volunteering as a group of 5 or more\, please contact our team coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. This helps us plan for tools and supplies. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/volunteer-work-day-20/
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240331T190000
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join an engaging book discussion with fellow nature lovers. For March’s discussion\, we will discuss Ten Birds That Changed the World\, by award-winning British author Stephen Moss.  \nSummary from publisher\, Hatchette Book Group: \nFor the whole of human history\, we have lived alongside birds… In Ten Birds That Changed the World\, naturalist and author Stephen Moss tells the gripping story of this long and intimate relationship through key species from all seven of the world’s continents. From Odin’s faithful raven companions to Darwin’s finches… to the emperor penguin as potent symbols of the climate crisis\, this is a fascinating\, eye-opening\, and endlessly engaging work of natural history. \nSpace is limited; registration required. Cancellations notified via email.  \n  \nDate: Sunday\, March 31 \nTime: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.   \nLocation: online meeting; details emailed with your registration confirmation \nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members \nAge: ages 12 and up \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/naturalist-book-club-32/
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