Mountain Lion at Lakeside Ranch by Vishal Subramanyan
Photography Chronicles: Documenting the South Bay’s Most Elusive Wildlife
July 29, 2024

Learn about the wildlife photography techniques we're employing to document fascinating (but camera-shy!) local creatures.

Posted on By Vishal Subramanyan
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A family tidepooling in Santa Cruz
Bay Area Beach Day: Tidepooling Tips, Locations, and Creatures
July 18, 2024

Tidepools hold fascinating ecosystems right at our feet. Here are our tidepooling tips and fun facts about creatures you're likely to see.

Posted on By Hannah Eugster
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A family enjoys time together at a picnic table in the shade.
Picnic Perfection: Where to Eat Outside in the South Bay Area
July 2, 2024

Many Bay Area open spaces offer picnic tables so you can get outside with your friends and family. Here are our top picks!

Posted on By Vickie Rozell
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Forest Management 101: Preparing for a Healthier Future
July 2, 2024

Learn more about sustainable forest management with this primer — replete with a glossary of terms —  for anyone who’s eager to brush up on the basics.

Posted on By Leslie Patron
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View from the inside of the BART train
Hiking Via Public Transportation
June 14, 2024

No car? No problem. Here are three routes you can follow to hike in the Bay Area using only public transportation.

Posted on By Cameryn Baker
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Hiking in the Heat: Tips For Staying Cool and Comfortable
June 10, 2024

Hiking when it's hot can be dangerous. Read here for tips on how to stay safe and have fun.

Posted on By Leslie Patron
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A New Chapter for the Iconic Johnston Ranch
June 5, 2024

We and our partners have been hard at work to ensure that Johnston Ranch’s open grassland, rich farmland, and stunning views are preserved forever.

Posted on By Marti Tedesco
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View of Golden Gate Bridge from the top of Fort Mason
Urban Oases: 5 Scenic Hikes in San Francisco
May 30, 2024

These San Francisco hikes offer a firsthand glimpse at the city's urban landscape and natural beauty.

Posted on By Cameryn Baker
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Invasive Pampas grass in field
8 Invasive Plants in the Bay Area & Some Beneficial Native Alternatives
May 21, 2024

Invasive plants pose a threat to valuable native species. We're working to weed them out and give native plants the ability to thrive!

Posted on By Alexa DeSanctis
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A hiker pauses for a mindful moment at the summit of a hill
Mindfulness Activities to Try Out in Nature
April 30, 2024

What better place to practice mindfulness, a key component of mental wellness, than here in our region's rich landscapes?

Posted on By Megan Nguyen
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An aerial view shows the construction happening at the Butano Creek Restoration site.
Improvements Continue at Butano Creek
April 15, 2024

Exciting work is underway to reconnect Butano Creek with its historic floodplain on POST-protected Butano Farms.

Posted on By Laura Silvestri
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A few of the camping basics - a tent and a hammock!
Camping for Beginners
March 31, 2024

Want to spend the night outdoors but new to the process? Learn the car camping basics here!

Posted on By Cameryn Baker
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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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