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SUMMARY:China Camp’s Fireside Ghost Stories 
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spookiest time of year with us\, if you dare! Roast s’mores over a crackling fire and sip apple cider while we entertain you with spine-tingling lore of the spirits\, flora\, and fauna of China Camp. Hear what the fairies are whispering about the woodbine vine in our forests and learn about legendary floral remedies to cure an evil spell. Heed cautionary tales of ancient curses\, like the legend of the ill-fated farmer who mistakenly overlooked a four-leaf clover in his hay bale. We invite children of all ages to bring a costume to this kid-friendly evening event. The wackiest costume wins a prize! \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, November 2\nTime: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.\nLocation: Back Ranch Campground amphitheater\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: all ages welcome; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult\nADA accessible \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/china-camps-fireside-ghost-stories/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T090000
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION: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 tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nSpecial Brown-Bag Lunch Day: After our work morning\, bring your own lunch for an informal gathering with fellow volunteers at China Camp Village. Cold drinks provided by Friends of China Camp. \n  \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: November 7 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-30/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241109T170000
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SUMMARY:REGISTRATION FULL: Astronomy Night with Marin Stargazers
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN FULLY BOOKED. \nEmail programs@friendsofchinacamp.org to be added to the waitlist. \nJoin us as we partner with the enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteers of Marin Stargazers; for an unforgettable evening under a crisp mid-autumn night sky. Using telescopes we’ll zoom in on Venus\, double stars\, and Saturn’s enigmatic rings. We’ll also gaze upon the shadowy face of the first quarter moon\, observing the details of its craters\, lava plains\, and mountains. Dress warmly and bring friends and family to this unforgettable event. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, November 9\nTime: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.; please arrive early to minimize headlight interference\nLocation: Back Ranch Campground parking area\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 10 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult\nADA accessible \n  \nRESERVE NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/astronomy-night-with-marin-stargazers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T130000
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION: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. Join us for a work morning in partnership with the California State Parks Foundation. We will be grooming Shoreline Trail and clearing culverts in preparation for the winter rains—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: November 16 \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon. Lunch will be served at noon. \nLocation: Miwok Meadows picnic area \nDifficulty: easy to moderately strenuous. Walking 2-3 miles. \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nPlease register with the California State Parks Foundation.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-29/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Junior Ranger Program
DESCRIPTION:This month Jr. Rangers will explore the superpowers of China Camp’s nocturnal wildlife. Creatures of the night such as owls\, bats\, coyotes\, and certain bugs have special adaptations that allow them to thrive under the cover of darkness. Through fun activities and games\, Jr. Rangers will learn how a bat can determine the precise location of its dinner under a pitch-black night sky\, and how an owl can sneak up on prey\, undetected. \nSpace is limited; registration required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, November 16\nTime: 10 a.m. – noon\nMeeting location: Back Ranch Campground\nDifficulty: easy\nCost: free for FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 7 to 9\, accompanied by a parent or responsible adult\nADA accessible \n  \nRESERVE NOW  \n  \nPhoto: barn owl by Charles J. Sharp/Wikimedia Commons
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/junior-ranger-program-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241119T090000
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp—RESCHEDULED
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO PREDICTED RAIN\, THIS EVENT IS NOW SCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY\, NOVEMBER 19. \nMake 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 tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \n  \nDates: November 19 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \n 
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-31/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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SUMMARY:Birding Walk
DESCRIPTION:During this month’s birding walk\, we hope to spot year-round residents such as song sparrows\, white-tailed kites\, and ospreys. We’ll explore diverse habitats\, including tidal wetlands and oak-bay forests. Birding expert Jerry Coe will cover the four keys to identifying birds—size\, color\, behavior\, and habitat—and share tips on the best field guides and binoculars. Don’t miss this chance to connect with nature and enhance your birdwatching knowledge! \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, November 23\nTime: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.\nMeeting location: Turtle Back trailhead\nDifficulty: easy\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 10 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult\n \n  \nRESERVE NOW \n  \n  \nPhoto: song sparrow by Rhododendrites/Wikimedia Commons
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/birding-walk-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T150000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Marshland Meander 
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO PREDICTED RAIN\nJoin us for a relaxing autumn stroll along the ¾-mile\, ADA-accessible Turtle Back Trail loop overlooking China Camp’s protected tidal marsh. We will move at a gentle pace during this naturalist-led excursion and we will learn about the fascinating ecological interworkings of the San Pablo Bay estuary and the unique adaptations of local marshland species. We’ll be on the lookout for shorebirds like egrets\, herons\, and waterfowl as we pass through scenic tidal marshland and tranquil oak woodlands. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, November 23\nTime: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\nMeeting location: Turtle Back Trailhead\nDifficulty: easy 3/4-mile walk\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 10 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult\nADA accessible \n 
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/marshland-meander/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T061200
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SUMMARY:NATURALIST BOOK CLUB 
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening discussion of Rhythms of Life – The Biological Clocks that Control the Daily Lives of Every Living Thing by Russell G. Foster and Leon Kreitzman. \nFrom the publisher’s website:\n“An eye-opening discussion of how biological clocks affect the lives of all living organisms. In this fascinating book\, Russell Foster and Leon Kreitzman explain the significance of the biological clock\, showing how it has played an essential role in evolution and why it continues to play a vitally important role in all living organisms. The authors tell us that biological clocks are embedded in our genes and reset at sunrise and sunset each day to link astronomical time with an organism’s internal time. They discuss how scientists are working out the clockwork mechanisms and what governs them\, and they describe how organisms measure different intervals of time\, how they are adapted to various cycles\, and how light coordinates the time within to the external world. They review problems that can be caused by malfunctioning biological clocks—including jet lag\, seasonal affective disorder\, and depression. And they warn that although new drugs are being promoted to allow us to stay awake for longer periods\, a 24/7 lifestyle can have a harmful impact on our health\, both as individuals and as a society.” \nDate: Sunday\, November 24\nTime: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nLocation: online meeting; details emailed with registration confirmation\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 12 and up \n  \nRESERVE NOW \n 
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/naturalist-book-club-38/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T061200
CREATED:20241002T184354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T204416Z
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION: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 tasks that keep the park humming. Fun\, interesting\, challenging—it’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park. \nNo previous experience or long-term commitment required. Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). For groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDate: November 26 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to strenuous (you choose) \nAges: 14 and up; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/give-back-morning-at-china-camp-32/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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