Take a peek at some of our past events!      Birds and Dunes of Abbott's Lagoon Family Program Point Reyes Birding and Nature Festival, April 30 9-1 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     Rodeo Beach Nature Detectives MNA Private Family Outings With magnifying glasses and binoculars in hand we set off to explore a variety of habitats while visiting prized Marin locations.   We learned about the plants and animals while playing fun nature games.  We found newts, banana slugs, deer, a western gray squirrel and praying mantis, lots of tracks and scat, and plenty of our feathered friends!  But the best treasure of all was when one of the kids lifted a piece of bark to discover a baby ringneck snake living underneath!  Rodeo Lagoon & Beach November 14. 2010 China Camp State Park September 12, 2010 Phoenix Lake April 18, 2010 Lake Lagunitas February 7, 2010 Learning about and looking for a Western Pond Turtle Rough-skinned Newt Adventures in Twilight  Point Reyes Field Seminar Family Program Sat., Sept. 25,  6 - 9pm Celebrate 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 Rough-skinned Newt Muir Beach Hike MNA Private Outing December 22, 2009 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! 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.  Stairstep Falls Pocket Gopher 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.  Wildlife Viewing Adventure Point Reyes National Seashore MNA Private Outing 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.  Tule Elk CA Quail      Bird Watching Adventure Point Reyes National Seashore               MNA Private Tour More than 37 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! Tide Pool Treasures 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!   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.   Possum Tracks 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