Winter 2022 News
Latest happenings in and around China Camp State Park
climate change
Answering critical questions about sea-level rise
Discover how researchers are using king tides and simulated floods to better understand the impacts of rising sea levels.
China Camp Champion
Improving biodiversity and curbing fire fuels
Learn about major efforts by state and local agencies to improve habitat and create defensible spaces along San Pedro Ridge.
animals
Learn how to wildlife-whisper
Get volunteer Kevin Smead's five simple tips on how to find cool critters on your next visit.
China Camp State Park
The Quan Family: China Camp’s dynasty
They endured racism, worked through hard times, and thrived. Learn more about China Camp’s last resident shrimping family.
China Camp State Park
FOCC Volunteer Spotlight Fran Stahl
Find out all the special ways that our camp host Fran Stahl keeps everyone happy at our campground.
animals
High five for Bay Nature’s “Naturalist’s Notebook”
See how artist and educator John Muir Laws helps us understand more about the natural world around us.
China Camp State Park
New park manager takes over daily operations
Learn more about Chris Young, Friends of China Camp's new park manager, and what he brings to the job.
Photo credits (top to bottom): Harriot Manley, Steve Ziman; Kevin Smead; COURTESY OF FRANK QUAN COLLECTION; Fran Stahl; Courtesy of John Muir Laws/Bay Nature; Sheila Coll