Everyone deserves ample access to trees. We're proud to be learning about tree equity and urban forestry alongside our partners at Canopy.
Are our trails working for everyone? Researchers spoke with locals to learn what’s working, what’s missing, and what people dream of.
We knew Fisher Creek was important for the movement of wildlife, but just how important has surprised us. Find the story here.
Read on to learn about some of our favorite forest bird species and get tips for how to spot them.
Read on to learn about science, plus which parks you can visit to see wildfire recovery on dazzling display.
Statewide, megafires are a powerful reminder of how quickly disasters can put our families, homes, ecosystems, and communities at risk.
Here are our expert tips for Bay Area wildfire preparedness in Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, and San Mateo Counties.
Rattlesnakes deserve a fair shake. Armed with a little knowledge, safely hiking in rattlesnake country is really no sweat.
This is the story of Methuselah, one of the oldest living redwoods on the Peninsula. Take a trip through time and hear the stories it has to tell.
From climate fiction to science journalism, our staff-curated summer reading list has something for everyone.
Visit five Bay Area parks and learn about local trees, nature, and conservation — plus a free Tree Explorer's Handbook for kids!
U-pick berries, flaky pies, baby goats, and vibrant markets — enjoy summer fun while supporting local farms in San Mateo County.
Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) protects open space on the Peninsula and in the South Bay for the benefit of all. Since its founding in 1977, POST has been responsible for saving more than 97,000 acres as permanently protected land in San Mateo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties. Learn more
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