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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Friends of China Camp works tirelessly to protect and preserve the beauty of our beloved park—but we can’t do it without amazing volunteers like you! \nCome spend a morning outdoors\, caring for the trails and facilities all over the park.  It’s a great way to enjoy the fresh air\, get some exercise\, meet fellow nature lovers\, and even learn something new. \nNo experience? No problem! We welcome all helping hands—no long-term commitment required. Just wear long pants\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Be sure to bring sunscreen\, a filled water bottle\, and your can-do spirit! (Please leave pets at home.) \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\, September 6 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to moderately 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-75/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Biodiversity Days (presented by the California Natural Resources Agency\, September 6-14) by taking part in our upcoming workshop on nature journaling. Learn how this simple practice helps you pay closer attention to the natural world around you. You’ll get tips on using drawings\, notes\, and measurements to record your observations. Best of all: there’s no “right” way to journal. What you do\, and how you do it\, is up to you. Just slow down\, be curious\, and create a memory of your experience in nature. \nThis fun workshop is open to all levels of nature lovers—no art experience or talent is necessary.  It’s all about mindfulness and curiosity. Get started with intro activities\, then enjoy quiet time on your own to record observations and questions. There will be plenty of time to play around with drawing pencils\, watercolors\, and more. Suggested journaling items to bring will be included with your registration email. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Sunday\, September 7 \nTime: 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. \nLocation: Miwok Meadows \nDifficulty: easy (short walk at your own pace) \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 \nRESERVE NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/nature-journaling-workshop/
LOCATION:Miwok Meadows Picnic Area\, https://maps.app.goo.gl/4hXk4amjPvRVWkuj8\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival\, also called the Moon Festival\, with an invigorating hike to watch the moonrise over San Pablo Bay. The full moon in September\, known as the “Harvest Moon\,” occurs closest to the fall equinox. The name reflects this moon’s extended period of moonlight\, which once helped farmers with their autumn harvests. After the hike\, enjoy traditional Chinese mooncakes with your fellow hikers. \nArrive by 6:15 p.m. Hike starts at 6:30 p.m. sharp to catch the moonrise at 7:36 p.m. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Sunday\, September 7 \nTime: 6:15 p.m. – 9 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-36/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T090000
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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: Tuesday\, September 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-76/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk: Fall Migration
DESCRIPTION:The calendar may say September\, but for wild birds\, it’s go time. With winter just weeks away\, birds are gearing up to start the great fall migration. Between September and November\, a staggering 70 percent of all bird species in North America migrate south for winter. In Northern California\, that translates to some 200 species that take part in this massive winged journey to warmer climes. \nJoin us as we keep our binos focused on winter migrants passing through China Camp\, as well as spring and summer residents taking wing and heading south. We’ll be on the lookout for various species of swallows\, orange-crowned warblers\, ruby-crowned kinglets\, ash-throated flycatchers\, Western bluebirds\, spotted towhees\, and maybe even a golden eagle! \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, September 13 \nTime: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. \nLocation: Turtle Back Trail trailhead \nDifficulty: easy (1½ miles on mostly flat trails) \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/bird-walk-fall-migration/
LOCATION:Turtle Back Trailhead
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Junior Rangers: Wildlife Olympics
DESCRIPTION:China Camp is home to amazing animal athletes. Look at those Pacific chorus frogs and grasshoppers leap! Check out the crazy wingbeats of those tiny Anna’s hummingbirds! And talk about weightlifting—those gray squirrels load up on acorns and then leap from branch to branch. Amazing! \nLearn about these awesome animal antics at our special China Camp Wildlife Olympics for Junior Rangers. Young naturalists will learn about the critters that truly wow us with their athletic feats. We’ll even have our own special Olympic-style fun—complete with medals!—as we lift\, flap\, jump\, dive\, and more. Join us for this lively\, hands-on morning of fun and learning designed especially for your little naturalist. \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate: Saturday\, September 13 \nTime: 10 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Village \nDifficulty: easy \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 \nADA accessible \nRESERVE NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/junior-rangers-wildlife-olympics/
LOCATION:China Camp Village\, 100 China Camp Village Rd\, San Rafael\, CA\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T090000
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Friends of China Camp works tirelessly to protect and preserve the beauty of our beloved park—but we can’t do it without amazing volunteers like you! \nCome spend a morning outdoors\, caring for the trails and facilities all over the park.  It’s a great way to enjoy the fresh air\, get some exercise\, meet fellow nature lovers\, and even learn something new. \nNo experience? No problem! We welcome all helping hands—no long-term commitment required. Just wear long pants\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Be sure to bring sunscreen\, a filled water bottle\, and your can-do spirit! (Please leave pets at home.) \nFor groups of five or more\, contact our volunteer maintenance coordinator at kjsmead@comcast.net. \nCancellations will be posted on our events calendar. \nDates: Wednesday\, September 17 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to moderately 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-77/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T120000
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SUMMARY:Give-back morning at China Camp
DESCRIPTION:Friends of China Camp works tirelessly to protect and preserve the beauty of our beloved park—but we can’t do it without amazing volunteers like you! \nCome spend a morning outdoors\, caring for the trails and facilities all over the park. It’s a great way to enjoy the fresh air\, get some exercise\, meet fellow nature lovers\, and even learn something new. \nNo experience? No problem! We welcome all helping hands—no long-term commitment required. Just wear long pants\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and sturdy closed-toe shoes. Be sure to bring sunscreen\, a filled water bottle\, and your can-do spirit! (Please leave pets at home.) \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\, September 25 (no need to register; just show up) \nTime: 9 a.m. – noon \nLocation: China Camp Ranger Station \nDifficulty: easy to moderately 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-78/
LOCATION:China Camp Ranger Station\, 101 Peacock Gap Trail\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T212738
CREATED:20250821T003920Z
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SUMMARY:Naturalist’s Book Club: Bay Area Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:We are not alone. In fact\, here in the Bay Area\, we are downright outnumbered by the region’s incredible array of native species\, from tiny beetles to spectacular mountain lions. During this month’s book club meeting\, we will discuss Bay Area Wildlife: An Irreverent Guide\, which aims to shed light on some of our most memorable native species. \nFrom the author’s website: \n“The San Francisco Bay Area is an exceptional bioregion. And the diverse and magnificent collection of creatures that call the Bay Area home have some surprising\, unusual\, and entertaining behaviors. Think you know your animal neighbors? Crack open Bay Area Wildlife: An Irreverent Guide\, and let author Jeff Miller and illustrator Obi Kaufmann show you who we’re really living alongside. \nBay Area Wildlife introduces you to over 100 native creatures\, spanning mammalian\, marine\, avian\, piscine\, reptilian\, amphibian\, and invertebrate species. This informative primer is a treasure map for regional wildlife as well as a conservation call to readers to join the ranks of the world’s wildlife defenders.” \nSpace is limited; registration is required. Cancellations notified via email. \nDate:  Sunday\, September 28 \nTime: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. \nLocation: online meeting; details emailed with registration confirmation \nCost: free for FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members \nRESERVE NOW
URL:https://friendsofchinacamp.org/event/naturalist-book-club-bay-area-wildlife/
LOCATION:CA
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