The Greater Farallones and Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuaries have been named a Mission Blue Hope Spot — one of the most prestigious recognitions in global ocean conservation!
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The Point Reyes National Seashore is recruiting new docents to join the Winter Wildlife Docent Program (WWDP). A limited number of new docent spots are available. Submit your application before the closing date of Friday, September 12, 2025.
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Seen bear poop in West Marin? Local wildlife photographer and conservationist extraordinaire, Sarah Killingsworth is collecting samples.
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This event would not be possible without our dedicated volunteer support, so if you’re in need of community service hours or looking for a way to support our public parks, we invite you to save the date and help ensure the success of this event.
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Become an empowered advocate for the ocean. By volunteering, you'll not only deepen your connection to our local marine environments but also join a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for coastal conservation.
Read MoreHave you ever seen a lizard biting the head of another lizard for a long time? Were they both alligator lizards? If so, this is mating behavior and a project in southern California is studying this behavior.
Read MoreIt’s about halfway through the breeding season for Northern elephant seals and Drakes Beach is the epicenter of the action. It’s a mix of snores at one extreme and bloody fights at the other. The enormous battle-weary alpha males snooze to save energy when everyone is behaving but that wasn’t the case during my last visit.
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The Estero Trail is dusted with shades of sepia and muted greens. With the grasses dying back in fall, this effect is intensified. Sepia’s warm, reddish-brown color is earthy and feels timeless in the landscape as if walking through a centuries old photograph.
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We have a new record! Thirty-one snowy plover chicks fledged this summer.
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