Summer 2023 News
Latest happenings in and around China Camp State Park
In this issue:
Water-safe summer | Trail boss Ed | Qaun family ties | Marsh dodder season
Outdoor Fun
Water-safety smarts
Our in-house expert shares tips on staying safe in and on the water at China Camp. Follow his advice and stay safe.
Park Projects
Lessons from the trail boss
Master trail-builder Ed Westbrook shares key takeaways from building trails at our park.
History
Quan family ties
A self-taught genealogist and Quan descendent sheds light on her family’s legacy in our region.
Plants
Spaghetti season in the marsh
In summer, look for the weird, netlike mats of bright orange, parasitic saltmarsh dodder clambering over the pickleweed.
Cool Stuff
5 free nature apps
These free apps turn your smart phone into an instant eco-detective. Download them and take learning to a new level.
Partnerships
SF Bay’s living lab
Estuarine expert Dr. Matt Ferner explains why scientists flock to China Camp, and what they discover here.