Fall 2022 News
Latest happenings in and around China Camp State Park
In this issue:
Heritage Day | Latest Eagle Scout Project | Volunteer Jim Nunally | Coyote Safety
Big Anniversary | White Pelicans | Coast Miwok | Road Flooding | Best of Marin
Special Events
Heritage Day roars back into China Camp
With music, dancing, food, and special guest speakers, China Camp’s annual cultural festival was once again a big success.
Youth volunteers
Eagle Scout project helps keep China Camp fire-safe
When it came time for Roman Dubrowski to settle on an Eagle Scout service project, he challenged himself—and helped the park.
China Camp Champion
Volunteer Spotlight Jim Nunally
It’s not often that you can say that you’ve got a world-class musician volunteering to wield a chainsaw to cut up firewood.
wildlife
Living safely with coyotes
Too many human handouts at China Camp and other parks spell big trouble for coyotes. Experts tell us why, plus ways to help.
News & Events
10th Anniversary Celebration
On October 6, join us to commemorate our decade of operating the park, with special speakers, dinner, and more.
birds
White pelicans
Have you seen these cousins of brown pelicans fishing in our waters? Learn more about these big, eye-catching birds.
Native Americans
Author sheds light on Coast Miwok
An enlightening book by Dr. Tsim Schneider sheds new light on the importance of China Camp to the Coast Miwok people.
climate change
Sea-level rise and N. San Pedro Road
With climate change a big risk throughout the region, researchers are studying what to do about the park’s flood-prone road.
Accolades
Best of Marin Awards 2022
With awards and five-star reviews pouring in, we feel ultra-lucky and honored to keep our visitors happy and coming back.