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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Friends of China Camp\, a non-profit organization\, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts\, get some fresh air and exercise\, and maybe even pick up a new skill along the way. \nNo experience or long-term commitment is necessary. Just come wearing long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Don’t forget a filled water bottle\, work gloves\, and sunscreen! Please note that pets are not allowed on our trails\, so we kindly ask that you leave your furry friends at home. \nWe look forward to seeing you out on the trails! \nFor groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Tuesday\, July 1 (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-66/
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:Friends of China Camp\, a non-profit organization\, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts\, get some fresh air and exercise\, and maybe even pick up a new skill along the way. \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: Wednesday\, July 9 (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-70/
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:Full Moon Hike: Buck Moon
DESCRIPTION:Join an invigorating hike to watch July’s spectacular “Buck Moon” rise above the bay. This month’s full moon marks the time of year when male deer\, who shed their antlers in early spring\, start to sport a new set of antlers. We hope to spy some of the park’s dashing stags as we follow a winding trail to a breathtaking 500-foot overlook with superb views of the moonrise. \nBe sure to arrive by 7:45 p.m. Hike starts promptly at 8 p.m. Space is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Thursday\, July 10\nTime: 7:45 p.m. – 10:15 p.m.\nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station\nDifficulty: moderate 3.5-mile round-trip hike with 500-foot ascent\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
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/full-moon-hike-buck-moon/
LOCATION:CA
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T090000
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Friends of China Camp\, a non-profit organization\, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts\, get some fresh air and exercise\, and maybe even pick up a new skill along the way. \nNo experience or long-term commitment is necessary. Just come wearing long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Don’t forget a filled water bottle\, work gloves\, and sunscreen! Please note that pets are not allowed on our trails\, so we kindly ask that you leave your furry friends at home. \nWe look forward to seeing you out on the trails! \nFor groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Thursday\, July 17 (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-67/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Birding hike: Summer shorebirds
DESCRIPTION:Scan our tidal wetlands in July\, and you’ll likely see an outstanding array of shorebirds. Handsome marbled godwits\, downright-cute Western snowy plovers (a federally threatened species)\, plus assorted sandpipers and ducks frequent our shoreline\, making it a great place to head for this month’s birding walk. We’ll start with a refresher of key techniques for identifying birds\, then we will head out to see what’s poking\, paddling\, and flapping about (including our various species of gull). \nWhether you’re a beginner or experienced birder\, this outing provides a great opportunity to enjoy the diverse avian life along the edge of the bay. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, July 19\nTime: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.\nLocation: China Camp Village museum\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
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/birding-hike-summer-shorebirds/
LOCATION:CA
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T110000
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SUMMARY:Nature hike: Summery walk in the woods
DESCRIPTION:As the lushness of spring slides into the golden days of mid-summer\, changes happen all over the park. Join our leisurely walk into one of China Camp’s key habitats: our beautiful oak and bay woodlands. We’ll be on the lookout for a host of summer’s remarkable seeds—and the critters who depend on them—as well as plants that produce important fall berries. This hands-on wander along shady paths will open your mind to the complex and remarkable rhythm of the seasons at China Camp—a wonderful way to change the way you see the park no matter when or how you enjoy this special place. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, July 26\nTime: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.\nLocation: north end of Knight Drive\, San Rafael\nDifficulty:  moderate 2 mile walk\nCost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members\nAges: 8 and older; under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult \nRESERVE NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/nature-hike-summery-walk-in-the-woods/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250726T090000
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Friends of China Camp\, a non-profit organization\, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts\, get some fresh air and exercise\, and maybe even pick up a new skill along the way. \nNo experience or long-term commitment is necessary. Just come wearing long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Don’t forget a filled water bottle\, work gloves\, and sunscreen! Please note that pets are not allowed on our trails\, so we kindly ask that you leave your furry friends at home. \nWe look forward to seeing you out on the trails! \nFor groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Saturday\, July 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-68/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T190000
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Book Club - Carbon: The book of life
DESCRIPTION:This month’s undoubtedly lively discussion will dig into one of Earth’s essential and fascinating elements as we discuss Carbon: The Book of Life by bestselling author\, Paul Hawken. \nFrom the publisher’s website: \n“Here\, Paul Hawken looks at the flow of life through the lens of carbon. Embracing a panoramic view of carbon’s omnipresence\, he explores how this ubiquitous and essential element extends into every aperture of existence and shapes the entire fabric of life… In this stirring\, hopeful\, and deeply humane book\, Hawken illuminates the subtle connections between carbon and our collective human experience and asks us to see nature\, carbon\, and ourselves as exquisitely intertwined—inseparably connected.” \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Sunday\, July 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 \nRESERVE NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/naturalist-book-club-carbon-the-book-of-life/
LOCATION:CA
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of China Camp":MAILTO:Info@friendsofchinacamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T120000
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Friends of China Camp\, a non-profit organization\, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts\, get some fresh air and exercise\, and maybe even pick up a new skill along the way. \nNo experience or long-term commitment is necessary. Just come wearing long pants\, a long-sleeve shirt\, and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Don’t forget a filled water bottle\, work gloves\, and sunscreen! Please note that pets are not allowed on our trails\, so we kindly ask that you leave your furry friends at home. \nWe look forward to seeing you out on the trails! \nFor groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Tuesday\, July 29 (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-69/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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