Songs in the Shade: Summer Birding in Bay Area Forests
July 30, 2025

Read on to learn about some of our favorite forest bird species and get tips for how to spot them.

Posted on By Leslie Patron
Bessst Practices for Hiking in Rattlesnake Country: A Bay Area Guide
July 7, 2025

Rattlesnakes deserve a fair shake. Armed with a little knowledge, safely hiking in rattlesnake country is really no sweat.

Posted on By Hannah Eugster
Rooted in Wonder: Become a Tree Explorer at 5 Bay Area Parks
June 3, 2025

Visit five Bay Area parks and learn about local trees, nature, and conservation — plus a free Tree Explorer's Handbook for kids!

Posted on By Anubha Gupta
Five Fun Ways to Experience San Mateo County Farms this Summer
May 28, 2025

U-pick berries, flaky pies, baby goats, and vibrant markets — enjoy summer fun while supporting local farms in San Mateo County.

Posted on By Laura Silvestri
Tick Bite Prevention – How To Not Be Eaten Alive by Ticks
March 23, 2025

With these easy steps, you can protect yourself against tick bites while visiting Bay Area open spaces. Read more!

Posted on By Leslie Patron
Movement and Melody: Spot Birds in the Bay Area’s Grasslands
March 18, 2025

Discover the Bay Area’s grasslands! See vibrant wildflowers, golden eagles, and rare birds while exploring scenic hiking trails.

Posted on By Marian Vernon
Best Bay Area Date Ideas in the Outdoors
February 3, 2025

This Valentine's season, why not skip the overpriced prix-fixe menu and step outside instead? We've gathered our best Bay Area date ideas for you to consider.

Posted on By Leslie Patron
Uncovering Bay Area Animal Tracks: The Art of Reading Nature’s Clues
January 8, 2025

Discover Bay Area animal tracks! Learn to identify footprints, uncover wildlife stories, and connect with nature on your next outdoor adventure.

Posted on By Leslie Patron
Take a Rainy Day Walk: 6 Perfect Paved Trails in the Bay Area
January 1, 2025

Looking for paved trail options to go on a rainy day walk? We've got you covered.

Posted on By Leslie Patron
2024 in Review: The Year’s Most Popular Hikes, Stories and More
December 4, 2024

See what you might have missed from 2024.

Posted on By Leslie Patron
5 Bay Area Parks to Visit this Native American Heritage Month
November 6, 2024

Honor Native American Heritage Month by exploring Bay Area parks that offer meaningful connections to Indigenous history and landscapes.

Posted on By Maria Trogolo
Celebrating Bay Area Biodiversity with Nature Lotería
September 1, 2024

We put a Bay Area twist on Lotería by depicting local nature on the cards, highlighting the biodiversity of home.

Posted on By Lucia Marquez

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