This session, led by our friends at The Avarna Group, will focus on the controversial history of environmental conservation in the United States and work to change the future. Participants will be led through a timeline of events from the 19th and early 20th century, revealing how early environmental movements sometimes harmed Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color across what is now the United States. Using this context, we will also discuss examples of how conservation movements are now working to course correct, and ensure that our future is more equitable and inclusive.

We will host a conversation with Richard Tejeda from Saved By Nature - a recently formed South Bay nonprofit working to provide accessible, culturally relevant programming to all people in our Bay Area. Richard will share his story of how he came to this work, and share examples of the type of programming he is offering in partnership with the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority and other agencies, much of which takes places on POST-protected lands.

Join Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) as we host California State Parks Archaeologist Mark Hylkema for a lecture on the maritime history of the San Mateo Coast from the time of Spanish explorers, the California Gold Rush and beyond.

Join us for a fun webinar about birds and bird language of Calero County Park.

Join POST for a talk with Dr. Susan Swetter about harmful sun exposure and tips for sun protection while enjoying our local open spaces.