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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:April is “Earth Month”—the perfect time to 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\, work gloves\, 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: Wednesday\, April 2 (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-53/
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:April is “Earth Month”—the perfect time to 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\, work gloves\, 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: Thursday\, April 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-52/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T130000
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SUMMARY:San Pedro Road Closure: Marin Endurance Festival
DESCRIPTION:Please be advised that San Pedro Road will be closed from Peacock Drive to the Back Ranch Meadows entrance gate on Saturday\, April 12th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, due to the Marin Endurance Festival Triathlon. Park facilities along San Pedro Road will be inaccessible to the public until 1p.m. on both days.  \nYou can find more information about the Marin Endurance Festival Triathlon here\, which will begin at McNear’s Beach County Park. \n Back Ranch Meadows Campground entrance will remain open. Campers and visitors can enter and leave from the north entrance of San Pedro Road. \nExpect increased traffic on San Pedro Road\, trails will be unaffected.
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/san-pedro-road-closure-marin-endurance-festival/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T183000
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike - "Pink Moon"
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to an unforgettable evening under the stars! This popular guided hike leads to an impressive vista point where we’ll witness the rise of the full moon over the sparkling bay. April’s full “Pink Moon” is named after the vibrant pink phlox flowers that bloom in spring. Naturalist Harold Hirsch will lead this moderately strenuous hike. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \n \nDate: Saturday\, April 12\nTime: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.\nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station\nDifficulty: moderate 3.5-mile round trip hike\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  \nPhoto: full moon courtesy of NASA/ nasa.gov
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/full-moon-hike-pink-moon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T100000
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SUMMARY:Spring Birding Hike
DESCRIPTION: April brings a burst of avian activity to the park: torpedo-like Vaux’s swifts soar in the sky and the sweet chorus of returning migrant songbirds like warbling vireos\, yellow warblers\, and Western tanagers\, fills the morning air. We’ll listen to the varied calls of these new arrivals during this guided walk. China Camp’s diverse habitats and their role in bird identification will be discussed. Led by birding expert Jerry Coe\, this easy hike is perfect for birders of all levels. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, April 19\nTime: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.\nLocation: Turtle Back Trailhead\nDifficulty: easy 1.5- to 2-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 \nRESERVE NOW \n  \nWestern tanager by Glacier NPS/Wikimedia Commons
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/spring-birding-hike-4/
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with California State Parks Foundation\, help reduce wildfire risk and support ongoing habitat restoration efforts at the park. Volunteers will use hand tools to remove invasive plants\, such as Scotch broom (Cytisus scoparius) and French broom (Genista monspessulana). Invasive broom crowds out native plants\, harms wildlife habitats\, and changes the soil chemistry\, making it harder for other plants to grow. We will also remove fire-prone bark shed by Eucalyptus trees. \nAges 14 and older are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult and bring a waiver signed by their guardian). Lunch will be provided. Please bring your own drinks or buy one at the cafe. Meeting specifics will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up. \nMake a difference and have fun doing it! It’s a great way to give back to our beautiful park.Wear long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy shoes (no sandals!). Bring a filled water bottle and wear sunscreen (bug spray optional). \nRegister here. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Saturday\, April 19 \nTime: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. including lunch \nLocation: China Camp Village upper parking lot \nDifficulty: moderately strenuous
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/earth-day-volunteer-event/
LOCATION:China Camp Village upper parking lot\, 100 China Camp Village Rd.\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250420T113000
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SUMMARY:Easter Wildflower Hike
DESCRIPTION:Are skyrocketing egg prices putting a damper on Easter festivities? Skip the egg hunt and discover vibrant wildflowers with us during this scenic hike in our oak woodland forest. This easy stroll will afford views of a vibrant array of colorful spring blooms\, including coast mule ears\, blue-eyed grass\, star lilies\, California poppies\, and Douglas irises. Enjoy the beauty of China Camp’s coastline while learning about these colorful blossoms. \nSpace is limited; registration required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Sunday\, April 20\nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station\nDifficulty: moderate 2-mile round trip hike\nCost: free for FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 7 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nphoto: wildflowers by Sheila Coll
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/easter-wildflower-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T120000
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Today is international Earth Day—the perfect day to 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\, work gloves\, 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: Tuesday\, April 22 (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-54/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250426T120000
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SUMMARY:Junior Ranger Program - All About Bugs!
DESCRIPTION:Junior Rangers are in for a fun and fascinating adventure all about bugs! Discover the incredible world of invertebrates and uncover the mystery of why all bugs are insects\, but not all insects are bugs. Junior Rangers will explore the roles of predators\, pollinators\, builders\, cleaners\, and even artists in the park’s invertebrate community. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \n  \n  \n\nDate: Saturday\, April 26\nTime: 10 a.m. – noon\nLocation: Back Ranch Meadows campground\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 7 to 9; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \n  \nRESERVE NOW \n  \nBay checkerspot butterfly courtesy of USFWS National Digital Library
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/junior-ranger-program-all-about-bugs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114221
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Book Club: Chief Marin by Betty Goerke
DESCRIPTION:For this month’s book club meeting\, we will discuss Chief Marin by the late anthropologist and local teacher\, Betty Goerke. In this well-researched book\, Goerke uncovers fascinating historical accounts of an exceptional indigenous leader native to Marin County. \nFrom the publisher’s website:\n“It’s a little known fact that the San Francisco Bay Area’s Marin County is named after a Coast Miwok chief who achieved notoriety for defying Spanish authority over his people. Anthropologist and archaeologist Betty Goerke has pieced together a portrait of the life of this Native American leader\, using mission records\, ethnographies\, explorers’ and missionaries’ diaries and correspondence\, and other material.” \nDate: Sunday\, April 27\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
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/naturalist-book-club-chief-marin-by-betty-goerke/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T114221
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:This is the last day of “Earth Month!” It’s the perfect time to 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\, work gloves\, 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: Wednesday\, April 30 (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-55/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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