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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. \nDates: December 5 (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-33/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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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. \nDates: December 10 (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-34/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241214T080000
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SUMMARY:Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION:December is a great time to view large migrating birds along the San Pedro shoreline. During this winter birding walk\, birding expert Jerry Coe will guide us as we keep watch for snow geese and Ross’s geese gliding over the bay on their way to over-winter in the flooded rice farms of the Sacramento Valley. American White Pelicans\, one of the largest birds in North America\, may be seen swimming near the shore. These pelicans remain nearby until spring\, when they move to the Great Basin to breed. We will also be on the lookout for resident Anna’s hummingbirds\, spotted towhees\, nuthatches\, and Vaux swifts. Attend this engaging event to learn about birding tools and valuable techniques for identification. Bring binoculars and a full water bottle\, and wear comfortable walking shoes.  \n  \nDate: Saturday\, December 14\, \nTime: 8 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.  \nLocation: Turtle Back Nature Trail \nDifficulty: Easy 1.5- to 2-mile walk. Warm clothing advised. This walk meets rain or shine. If raining we will move to the China Camp Village Cafe \nCost: Free for FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members \nAge: 10 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nADA accessible: no \n  \nRESERVE NOW  \n  \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \n  \nPhoto credit: snow goose by Frank Schulenburg/Wikimedia Commons
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/birding-hike-5/
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp—RESCHEDULED
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO PREDICTED RAIN\, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO SATURDAY\, DECEMBER 28. \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 join our work day in partnership with the California State Parks Foundation. We will be grooming Shoreline Trail and clearing culverts in preparation for 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. \nLunch is included. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: December 14 \nTime: 9 a.m. – 1 \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-35/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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SUMMARY:KING TIDE HIKE 
DESCRIPTION:Guided tour with National Estuarine Research Reserve scientist \n\nJoin Matt Ferner\, director of the San Francisco Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve\, for a walk near the edge of China Camp’s tidal salt marsh during one of the highest tides of the year\, also known as a “king tide”. What can king tides teach us about sea level rise? How might climate change impact our region’s wetlands and local marsh species in the years to come? Find out answers to these questions and more during this engaging event. Click here to see a time-lapse video of a King Tide at China Camp. This event is suitable for adults. \n  \nDate: Saturday\, December 14 \nTime: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (High tide 10:39 a.m.) \nLocation: Turtle Back Trailhead \nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated  for non-members \nAge: all ages welcome; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nADA accessible: yes \n  \nRESERVE NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/king-tide-hike-6/
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:“Cold Moon”\nWitness the spectacular rise of December’s “Cold Moon during our winter full moon hikes. The “Cold Moon” is always the closest moon to the winter solstice\, and is named for the frigid temperatures associated with the longest night of the year. Our naturalist docent\, Harold Hirsch\, will lead this 3.5-mile round-trip excursion; we’ll climb some 500 feet following a single-track trail to a prime overlook to take in breathtaking views of the moonrise over the bay. We ask participants to arrive prepared for these moderately challenging\, likely chilly\, after-dark hikes. Events may be canceled due to inclement weather or hazardous trail conditions. \n  \nDate: Sunday\, December 15\, 2024 \nTime: 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.; Hike starts promptly at 4 p.m. Please arrive by 3:45 to check in. \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: Moderately challenging (3.5-mile loop with 530-ft. elevation gain) \nCost: Free for members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members \nAge: 10 and older (ages under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult) \nADA accessible: no \n  \nRESERVE NOW  \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/full-moon-hike-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T120000
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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. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: December 18 (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-36/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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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 join our work day in partnership with the California State Parks Foundation. We will be grooming Shoreline Trail and clearing culverts in preparation for 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. \nLunch is included. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Saturday\, December 28 \nTime: 9 a.m. – 1 \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \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-37/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241231T090000
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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. \nDates: December 31\, New Year’s Eve! (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-39/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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