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From Point Reyes to Mount Tamalpais
Are you ready for some adventure?
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| Lake Tahoe
Hiking & Natural History
Adult Adventure
July 27 & 28, 2013
Sugar Pine Point State Park, Saturday
Western Tanagers sang their sweet songs while we meandered along General Creek Trail to Lily Pond and back. Fresh Black Bear scat adorned the trail as did Monkshood and many other wildflowers and birds. One hiker spotted a Western Wood-pewee nest and a California Toad made an appearance- lucky us!
DL Bliss & Emerald Bay State Parks, Sunday
Hiking with "lake of the sky" in view for several hours aint too bad! Neither is ogling a soaking wet Bald Eagle perched 30 feet above!!
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Mendocino
Hiking & Natural History
Adult Adventure
August 4 & 5, 2012
Van Damme State Park, Saturday
We meandered through fern canyon and up to a national natural landmark: the pygmy forest. Post hike, we met at the Little River Inn for food, libations and good cheer. "A little over 9 miles"...nice accomplishment gang!
Russian Gulch, Sunday
After enjoying breakfast and free time exploring the charming town of Mendocino we hiked amongst redwoods and ferns to the waterfall where we enjoyed lunch. Before leaving the park, we visited "Devil's Punchbowl" and briefly walked Mendocino Headlands. 6 miles.
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Bird Watching Adventure
Point Reyes National Seashore
More than 50 species of birds, including a Warbling Vireo and two handsome Wood Ducks, were found during a lovely morning of birding. A lone Pacific Tree Frog, Jackrabbit, Black-tailed Deer and Pocket Gopher rounded out the day!
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Wildlife Viewing Adventure
Point Reyes National Seashore
Watching Tule Elk through a spotting scope allows you to keep a safe distance and feel like a part of the herd. We enjoyed great views of the magnificent Tule Elk as we hiked along the trail admiring the power and beauty of the wind and waves.
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| Tule Elk |
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Muir Beach Hike
Eight of us, four of which were visiting from London, climbed the Coastal Trail from Muir Beach. We hiked along Pirate's Cove and up to a beautiful vista to enjoy our lunch. Along the way we encountered two Rough-skinned Newts, Ravens, Turkey Vultures and one Nothern Harrier Hawk. After the hike, Kevin and I made a campfire for our guests and enjoyed smores and a game of frisbee, followed by the viewing of a specatactular sunset and delicious dinner at the Pelican Inn. A great day had by all!
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Birds and Dunes of
Abbott's Lagoon
Family Program
Point Reyes Birding and Nature Festival
2011-2015
This is a family friendly outing, with special focus on kids. With its rich variety of habitats, Abbot's Lagoon is a favorite birding and nature destination at Point Reyes. Sharon Barnett, a nature education specialist, will point out numerous bird species that inhabit the chaparral, fresh water pond, brackish water lagoon, dunes, sandy beach and open ocean. She'll also explain the intricacies of dune ecology, ongoing dune restoration projects, and challenges faced by the federally listed snowy plover. Other interesting natural features (butterflies, unusual plants, tracks, etc) will make this a great outing for families. www.pointreyesbirdingfestival.org
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Adventures in Twilight Point Reyes Field Seminar
Family Program
Sat., Sept. 25, 6 - 9pmCelebrate
the autumnal equinox and the full moon by spending the late dusk hours
prowling around to see who is out there- maybe bats, raccoons, coyotes,
possums, deer, rodents, owls and other birds- and who has been there!
Bring your favorite young person for an interactive evening of learning
more about the animal world through games, stories, observation and
investigation with a fun and seasoned naturalist. Appropriate for ages 5
& up. Sign me up! www.ptreyes.org or (415) 663-1200
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Mt. Barnabe
MNA Advanced Hike
Sunday, February 15th 2009
This was an epic hike! Along the way we looked for spawning Coho Salmon, saw some wildflowers, and visited Stairstep Falls. The wind was whipping at the top and we were wet, cold, hungry but happy hikers! We ate lunch in a small sheltered space that we shared with a wind-blown CA Towhee.
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| Pocket Gopher |
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Family Weekend Adventure!
Point Reyes Field Seminar, Memorial Day Weekend
Sharon and Kevin guided families through a weekend of fun and relaxation which included educational activities such as a trip to the tidepools, an evening twilight walk and campfire, a hike through a forest and a relaxing afternoon at the beach. Scavenger hunts and fun nature games were just a few activities everyone enjoyed. Accommodations were included at our base camp, the Clem Miller Environmental Education Center.
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Duxbury Reef, Bolinas
MNA Family Outing
How do Sea Anemones eat? Do Sea Stars walk?
Get ready for a spectacular day of discovery as we come face to face with some truly amazing creatures that are only visible during low tide. We will carefully walk out onto the rocky intertidal habitat of the Pacific Coast and learn how to identify some of the different critters, appreciate their uniqueness, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of our coast!
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Guided Nature Hike
Bald Hill, San Anselmo
MNA Adult Outing
This exhilarating hike will take you to the top of 'Mt Baldy' for stunning views of the San Francisco Bay and Marin's rolling hills. We will brake for birds and wildflowers while we meander at a comfortable pace to the top.
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| Animal Tracks and Signs
Family Outing at the Richardson Bay Audubon Sanctuary
A scavenger hunt for the senses, tracking is an ancient skill that can be a fun hobby for the entire family. Naturalist Sharon 'Heron' will help us look for animal tracks, scat, nibbled leaves, trails, and other signs. We will learn basic tracking skills and find out which animals visit Richardson Bay. Following our outdoor explorations, children will make a plaster track cast to take home. www.tiburonaudubon.org
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