Regional in Nature November - December 2010 East Bay Regional Park District Activity Guide

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Regional in Nature November - December 2010 East Bay Regional Park District Activity Guide www.ebparks.org

“Between Storms” Berkeley Hills, Claremont Canyon By Fred Rowe, second-place, Regional Parks photo contest

Inside:

Backpack Camping, Survival Essentials • page 4

Kayaking & Fishing • page 5

Christmas at Ardenwood • page 6

Holiday-Break Day Camps for the Kids • page 9

Senior Van Tour and Over-the-Hills Gang • page 10

Vasco Caves Tours • page 12 Habitat restoration is a “tern for the better” . . . see page 3. Contents

Recreation Programs ...... 4-5 Ardenwood ...... 6-8 Perfect Place for Black Diamond ...... 8 Botanic Garden ...... 8 a Round of Golf Coyote Hills ...... 8-9 Crab Cove ...... 9-10

Sunol ...... 10 Come autumn, golfers in the East the golf course – a wonderful stop Valley because of its hundreds of Middle Harbor ...... 10 Bay are perhaps the luckiest players for all park visitors. This facility is lush trees offering plenty of shade, around. They enjoy some of the best also available for events such as rustic charm, wildlife, and scenery. Tilden Nature Area ...... 10-11 weather in the country, changing weddings and banquets. American The park does have its challenges– Other Regional Parks .. 11-13 foliage, wildlife on the move, and Golf Corporation is the managing there is a creek that runs down the less crowded courses. The East partner. As one of the largest golf right-hand side of the entire front Volunteer Programs .....11-12 Bay Regional Park District’s two management companies in the line, and the sloped, frequently Registration & Fees ...... 15 exceptional 18-hole golf courses are world, American Golf Corporation watered greens are soft enough to just a short drive from anywhere in operates more than 110 premier hold the ball or slow it down. Rene Visitor Centers/ Swim Areas ...... 15 the East Bay. private, resort, and public golf Viviani manages the golf course courses throughout the United and can be reached at 510-537- Tilden Golf Course in Tilden States. For more information about 8989. Located on-site is the upscale Regional Park in the Berkeley Hills lessons, course speciﬁ cs, or to Paradise Grill, which also offers is a Bay Area original. This scenic book a tee time online, visit www. a family-friendly barbeque buffet. and challenging par-70 course was americangolf.com or call the golf It is open for lunch and dinner. In designed in the 1930s by William course at 510-848-7373. addition, the Willow Park Event Park Bell, Jr. It combines the beauty Center, with the popular Chapel and tranquility of the surrounding Anthony Chabot Regional Park’s of Trees and open-air courtyard, area with the challenge of true Willow Park Golf Course, located offers indoor and outdoor sites championship golf. The course at 17007 Redwood Road in Castro for weddings and other festivities. features a three-tiered driving Valley, is a hidden gem. The stunning The center also has meeting rooms range, practice putting greens, 18-hole course features 6,227 yards frequently used by service clubs. and a full-service bar and grill. An of golf from the longest tees for a For event information visit www. outdoor patio area provides the par of 71. Willow Park Golf Course willowparkeventcenter.com perfect lunch spot overlooking is extremely popular in Castro or call 510-537-3174.

Tilden Golf Course Tilden Regional Park

General Information / Free Brochure ...... 1-888-EBPARKS Camping & Picnic Reservations ...... 1-888-EBPARKS, option 2, then 1 Naturalist & Recreation Programs . 1-888-EBPARKS, option 2, then 3 TDD ...... 510-633-0460 Willow Park Golf Course Web site ...... www.ebparks.org Anthony Chabot Regional Park

EBRPD Board of Directors Holiday Gift Idea Whitney Dotson...... Ward 1 John Sutter ...... Ward 2 Carol Severin ...... Ward 3 Looking for a unique holiday gift? recently published Living Douglas Siden ...... Ward 4 Get a Regional Parks Membership Card. The card is Landscape, a book that Ayn Wieskamp ...... Ward 5 good for one year and offers free parking, chronicles the extraordinaryary Beverly Lane ...... Ward 6 free swimming, and discountsunts onon rise of the East Bay Ted Radke ...... Ward 7 camping and other events.. Regional Park District overr Pat O’Brien ...... General Manager Find out more by visiting its 75 years. The book www.ebparks.org and is full of behind-the-sceness clicking “Get Involved.” stories and beautiful photographs.ographs. Order Order yyourour Visit www.ebparks.org for map copy from www.wildernesspress.com, ﬁ nd one at your downloads, activity and event Or for the history lover inn information, and much more! the family, how about the local bookstore or at a Park District Visitor Center. Least Tern Lessons Health ithout a warning, seventy dainty terns rise up into the Matters air in unison. Like watching a ballet, their movements Ware synchronized and purposeful. Their calls clue us in: a hungry predator is nearby, one that escaped our notice. We scan the East Bay Regional Park District bright skies as the wind tugs tirelessly at our T-shirts and ﬁ nally spot AND it—a large California gull, ungainly and clumsy, wheels across the sky escaping the defensive actions of those elegant little birds.

At Tern Island along Hayward Regional Shoreline, the terns share ARE PROUD PARTNERS their story. It starts with the hearts and hands of wildlife volunteers IN 2010 WITH THE MUTUAL GOAL OF PROMOTING HEALTH AND FITNESS. who prepare the site for the birds’ arrival by placing 165 tons of sand and oyster shells on the island, creating nesting habitat for the endangered California least tern as well as the threatened Western Mini-Workouts snowy plover. This year’s efforts produced 53 least tern nests and 3 Add up to Fitness! snowy plover nests. Despite an alarming amount of vegetation due Everyone is short on time, but you to heavy rainfall and high predator activity, all of us working on the can fi t mini-workouts into your project are happy to see the hatching of 91 tern chicks. Who would day anytime. Try some of these: have thought that pulling tons of weeds and covering an island with sand and oyster shells would produce such resounding results? For Workout 1: To-do-list energizer the fourth year in a row, our colony is one of the State’s leaders at Turn errands like buying milk or the number of fl edglings per least tern pair. mailing a bill into a heart-pumping, muscle-working refresher! Park The Regional Parks Foundation plays a leading role in this fi ve minutes away from your environmental restoration project, generating over $60,000 in grant destination and walk. funds to help the terns triumph. Additionally, our success is the result of more than 3,200 people who have contributed 12,500 hours of Workout 2: Jane Fonda in a can volunteer service in support of this monumental conservation effort. Do aerobic moves for one to two Even with funding and a great team of wildlife volunteers, there is minutes each: alternating knee lifts still a giant need for more dedicated, passionate people like you (touch your knee to your opposite who are willing to help the terns continue their story and road to elbow), front and side kickboxing recovery from the endangered species list. “In the end, we will conserve only what we love; we will love only what kicks, side-to-side steps, jumping we understand; and we will understand only what we have been taught.” jacks, or running in place. For information on how you can get involved, call or email “Doc Quack” at 510-544-2319 or [email protected] Workout 3: Gonna fl y now and check out our online photo/audio show, “Visit to Tern Island,” at www.ebparks.org. Jump rope at a comfortable pace By Sharon Dulava and Emily Brownlee, summer wildlife interns, and Dave “Doc Quack” Riensche, a certifi ed wildlife biologist, for one to two minutes, then biology/ecology instructor at Las Positas College, and wildlife resource analyst for the East Bay Regional Park District. jump fast for one to two minutes. Repeat, alternating for 10 minutes. Workout 4: Stair master Start at the bottom fl oor of any building Park District’s Internship Program and walk up the stairs. When you reach the top, go back to the RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION bottom quickly. Repeat. Workout 5: Pump it up Use light The International Public Management Association hand weights and several of these for Human Resources recently awarded the exercises to create a 10-minute East Bay Regional Park District a 2010 Award of Excellence for its innovative college internship strength break: shoulder presses, program. The internship program was introduced side lifts, lunges, bicep curls, by Park District Board Member Carol Severin. The triceps extensions, and squats. Park District employs approximately two dozen Workout 6: Boogie down, interns each year in a variety of projects ranging muscle up Turn on your favorite from reporting on amphibians, compiling and music and dance, dance, dance. analyzing park user surveys, developing a waste and recycling project for the District, and creating KAISER PERMANENTE IS A MAJOR a water-safety public outreach program, to name SPONSOR OF THE PARK DISTRICT’S just a few. The District competed with more 2010 TRAILS CHALLENGE. TO LEARN than 50 chapters worldwide for this award. More MORE ABOUT GETTING IN SHAPE AND information about internship projects can be found HEALTHY LIFESTYLES, VISIT WWW.KP.ORG at www.ebparks.org/jobs/internships. (YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE A MEMBER OF 2010 Summer Interns KAISER TO RECEIVE INFORMATION). Register online: www.ebparksonline.org or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3 WILDERNESS TRIPS Join Park Naturalist and Recreation staff for fun & exciting wilderness RECREATION NORDIC POLE WALKING FOR trips in your local Regional Parks. HEALTH & FITNESS Learn about your natural environ- EASY YOGA FOR Tidewater Jayah Faye Paley ment, and backpacking skills with HEALTH & WELLNESS 1:15-3pm, Sat, Nov 13 #25615; Sat, Dec other likeminded people. Trips Tidewater Jayah Faye Paley 10 #25616 are available for all levels of hikers, 9-10:30am, Sat, Nov 13 #25609; Sat, Dec Join us while we explore a beautiful shore- loaner gear available (while sup- 11 # 25610 line and marvel at the winter birds. Easy PARK’N IT WINTER plies last), and trips vary in theme Learn movements that stabilize and to learn, Nordic Walking (loaner poles DAY CAMP to meet a variety of interests. strengthen shoulders, hips, and knees. provided) enables you to experience a Crown Beach Participants are expected to be in Experience spinal elongation – get taller! total body workout while connecting with Outdoor Recreation Staff good physical condition. For more Beginner/Intermediate movements, exer- your buddies and enjoying nature. Im- 9am-4pm, Mon, Dec 20 to Thu, information call (510) 544-2558. cises and stretches taught so you can fi nd prove spine function, feel taller, improve Dec 23 #25613 your level and gently progress to become endurance…Feel the POWER! (18+yrs) Explore the Regional Parks through BACKPACKING – stronger and more fl exible. All ages, sizes Registration is required. fi eld trips, art, exploration, and KEEPING WARM and abilities welcome. Namaste! (18+yrs) Fee: $15 (non-res. $17) play. Recreation Leaders, Natu- IN THE WILDERNESS Ready for more? See same-day Fitness Walk ralists, and Rangers will take you Garin/Dry Creek Susan Labiste & Shoreline Exploration below. behind the scenes to discover 10am, Sat, Dec 4 to 3pm, Sun, Dec Registration is required. WALKING LIKE A NEWT! nature’s secrets indoors as well as 5 #25619 Fee: $18 (non-res. $20) Tidewater Jayah Faye Paley outside, weather permitting. We’ll Overnight backpack adventure 3:30-4:45pm, Fri, Nov 12 #25617; Fri, fi nish out the week with a trip to teaches comfort in cool weath- FITNESS WALK & Dec 10 #25618 the San Francisco Bay Aquarium. er. Hike 3 miles each day; enjoy SHORELINE EXPLORATION Outdoor exercises for kids and parents Extended care is available from green hills and misty valleys hiking Tidewater Jayah Faye Paley to do together! An afternoon enjoying 8-9a.m. and 4-5p.m. Ask about through Garin Historical Park and 11am-12:30pm, Sat, Nov 13 #25611; Sat, nature and learning fun exercises that feel our family discount (not available Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Park. Dec 11 #25612 good, look cool and benefi t everyone. online and is not given once online Learn survival techniques and how Par Course (brisk nature walk with exer- This new series will have us laughing, registration is completed). Ages to set up tarp shelters. Enjoy great cise stops). Yes, we can do it all! Improve moving, singing, playing and making it up as 6-10yrs. Call 510-544-2554 for backpack recipes and campfire balance, strength, fl exibility, posture & en- we go along. Disabled accessible. Parental more information. cookery. Food provided. 12+yrs. durance. Get a great workout, learn new participation required for ages 5-7 years. Registration is required. Registration is required. movements, enjoy the shoreline, meet Registration is required. Fee: $200 (non-res. $220) Fee: $74 (non-res. $82) new fi tness buddies and connect with Fee: $5 (non-res. $6) your body. All levels welcome! (18+yrs) Registration is required. Fee: $12 (non-res. $14) LLAMAS – MYSTICS OF ANDES Redwood LAMAS Outfi tters llama michie with over 25 years expe- Survival Essentials instructor 10am-1:30pm, Sat, Nov 6 #25416; Sun, rience caring for, training, and packing Susan Labiste demonstrates Nov 7 #25417 with llamas. Under his guidance, learn a fi re-making technique. 11am-2:30pm, Sat, Nov 21 #25418; how to groom, feed, lead and interact Participants have fun while learning critical skills needed 10am-1:30pm, Sun, Nov 22 #25419 positively with these specially trained to survive in the wilderness. The Quechua Andeans refer to llamas animals. Reserve your own llama Photo by Rose Schwarz. as “Speechless Brothers.” Geo is a for the class, or, up to 3 people can share one llama. Parent participation required. 8+yrs. Registration is required. Registration by phone only. BASIC LAND SURVIVAL Fee: $70 per llama – 4 llamas max. per NAVIGATION ESSENTIALS class (non-res. $78) Sunol Susan Labiste Lake Chabot 10am-3pm, Sat, Nov 20 Susan Labiste #25414 10am-3pm, Sat, Dec 11 Left: These participants in a previous llama hike Hit the trails without fear #25415 enjoyed their interactions with their “speechless of getting lost. Learn the Thinking of traveling to brother” as much as they enjoyed the sunshine and beautiful outdoors at Redwood Regional Park. basics of map and com- desolate locations? This Below: George Caldwell (right) is an experienced pass reading, and triangu- introductory workshop “llama michie” who will make your llama hike an lation for on-trail naviga- will prepare you for your easy and memorable experience. tion. We’ll try our newly adventure; teaching you learned skills on the trail basic principles and meth- in a hike with moderate ods of wilderness survival. elevation gain. Registration Topics covered will include includes a compass and assembling survival kits, map. 14+yrs. shelter building, fi re start- Registration is required. ing techniques, emergency Fee: $23 (non-res. $27) signaling, water purifica- tion, and more! 14+yrs. Registration is required. Fee: $23 (non-res. $27)

4 Info–Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797; Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750; Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169; Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220; Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187; Middle Harbor: (510) 272-4802; Sunol: (510) 544-3249; Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 Register online: www.ebparksonline.org or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3

BOATING / KAYAKING

KIDS CHALLENGE

The 2010 Kids Challenge program is based on the California Chil- dren’s Outdoor Bill of Rights which recommends a fundamental list of experiences that every child would benefi t from, before entering high school. This program is self-paced and challenges youth to complete 5 of the 10 activities listed in the Bill of Rights. Some activities require KAYAKING – Quarry Lakes tion is required for ages 5-13 years. parent participation and/or addi- EXPLORING ARROWHEAD Learn kayaking skills with your peers at a Registration is required. tional fees. Register to receive the MARSH pace that is right for you. Learn paddling Fee: $65 (non-res. $72) guidebooklet and a special prize to help you get started (1 per child, Tidewater Current Adventures techniques, equipment selection, and BOAT TO BROOKS while supplies last). A commemora- 11am-3:30pm, Sat, Nov 6 #25620; Sat, safety guidelines in calm waters. Then ABOARD DELPHINUS tive patch and EBRPD frisbee will be Dec 11 #25622 practice what you have learned touring Brooks Island Dolphin Charters sent after completing the challenge A trip from the new EBRPD facility the lake in a single kayak (double kayaks (1 per child, while supplies last). into the nearby San Leandro Bay and available upon request). 50+yrs. 9am-3pm, Sun, Nov 7 #25024 Course Code: 23496 Arrowhead Marsh. Wildlife including Registration is required. Join us for a relaxed boat ride. Registration is required. resident and migratory birds, as well Fee: $60 50-61yrs/$55 62+yrs. Participants will be ferried to the as exploration of the unique surround- (non-res. $66/$61) island to enjoy a naturalist-guided, ings and paddling opportunities for this DISCOVER KAYAKING two-mile hike around this beautiful uncrowded jewel for paddlers. 8+yrs Lake Chabot Current Adventures preserve. Hot coffee, hot chocolate (8-17 PPR). 11am-3:30pm, Sat, Nov 20 #25603 and tea are provided. This is a trip Registration is required. Get in-depth instruction for paddling from you don’t want to miss! 12+yrs. Fee $65 (non-res. $73) certifi ed instructors. Learn equipment Registration is required. KAYAKING selection and basic paddling techniques Fee $65 (non-res. $73) FOR FOLKS 50+ while touring the lake in a single kayak (double kayaks available upon request). Various parks Current Adventures You’ll have lots of time to practice as we 11am-2pm, Sat, Nov 13 #25608, Lake explore the lake. 5+yrs. Parent participa- Chabot 11am-2pm, Sun, Dec 12 #25605, FISHING FISHING – two-1/2 hours of classroom instruc- TROUT BASICS tion where you will be introduced to Quarry Lakes knots, fl y selection, reading the water, Outdoor Recreation Staff and more. 8-10am, Sat, Nov 13 #25413 Registration is required. This course is designed for those Fee: $60 (non-res. $66) who want to gain additional knowl- edge specifi cally about trout fi shing. FISHING – Participants will learn the basics of INTERMEDIATE TROUT trout fi shing including knot tying and Lake Chabot rigging, bait and gear selection, and Outdoor Recreation Staff fi s h b e h a v i o r . V a l i d C A fi s h i n g l i c e n s e 7-9am, Sat, Dec 11 #25412 required for ages 16+yrs. Parent This course is designed for those who participation is required for ages 5-15 have experience fi shing but want to years Gear provided. 5+yrs learn more advanced techniques spe- Registration is required. cifi c to trout fi shing. Participants will Fee: $19 (non-res. $21) be taught intermediate skills including knot tying and rigging, proper bait and INTRO TO FLY-FISHING – gear selection, and trout ecology and Fish 1st! habitat. Practice hands on fi shing in Lake Anza Fish First! Lake Chabot. CA State Fishing License 10am-4pm: Sun, Nov 14 #25410 required for ages 16+ years. Parent This exciting and informative day is participation is required for ages 12-15 geared toward the beginning angler. years. 12+yrs Spend three hours at Lake Anza Registration is required. practicing casting with a certifi ed Fee: $19 (non-res. $21) fl y-casting instructor. Then enjoy 5 = Register at www.ebparksonline.org = Disabled accessible program = Parking fee may be charged = Financial assistance is available = Kids Challenge program Register online: www.ebparksonline.org CLAY POT TURKEYS or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3 Ardenwood Melissa Fowlks 11am-noon, Sat, Nov 6 Let’s celebrate Thanksgiving by making turkeys out of clay pots! First we will ARDENWOOD farms with towns in the East Bay. Today meet our turkeys, and then we will paint they still run around the farm. Journey and decorate our creative pots ‘till your Ardenwood Historic Farm is open Tues.- past rows of crops and through eucalyptus Sun. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; the Historic hearts content. Meet at the Granary. groves as you travel back in time. Check Fee: $3. Farm is closed on Thanksgiving Day and the daily schedule and meet the train at Christmas Day. Admission fees apply. For Ardenwood Station or Deer Park. WALNUT WANDERING program and fee info: (510) 544-2797, Ardenwood Christina Garcia [email protected] or www.ebparks. COUNTRY KITCHEN COOKIN’ 1:30-3pm, Sat, Nov 6 org. Ardenwood Interpretive Staff Let’s venture deep into the old walnut or- 10:30am-2pm, Sun, Nov 7, 14, 21 RIDE THE RAILS–TRAIN RIDES chard. We’ll fi nd clues to the lives of past Enjoy the fl avor of the past with treats and present farm residents and sample Ardenwood cooked on our wood burning stove. Railroad Museum at Ardenwood some nuts if the squirrels have missed any. Sample food grown on the farm and dis- Meet at the Granary. 10:15am-3:30pm, Thu, Fri, Sun through cover the history of your favorite treats. Nov 21 and Dec 4-5 TURKEY TALK Railroads once connected many of the Ardenwood Trent Pearce 10:30-11am Sun, Nov 7 November is a big month for turkeys. Dis- cover fact and fancy of this all-American fowl as you meet the farm’s gobblers. Learn how a Tom turkey can dance! PATTERSON HOUSE TOURS FALL LEAF WREATH Ardenwood Ardenwood Sara Witt Patterson House Docents 11am- noon, Sun, Nov 7 Various times, Every Thu-Sun Autumn is in full swing and the leaves through Nov 14 are red, gold and a little green. Pay a Tour the beautifully restored Pat- visit to the farm and make a festive fall terson House Museum. Discover mini-wreath. the history of this 19-room Queen Kids “leafi ng” their cares behind them–and above Anne Victorian farm house, listed them and around them!–at a past Christmas at Ardenwood event. Photo by Brad Jones. on the National Register of Historic Places and operated as a museum CHRISTMAS of local history, and Victorian life. AT ARDENWOOD Tours are lead by docents, dressed Ardenwood in 19th-century clothing, and take Interpretive Staff about 45 minutes. Check for tickets 10am-4pm, Sat and Sun, Dec 4 & 5 at the Train Station upon your ar- Celebrate the holiday season in rival. Additional fee on non-event Victorian style! Visit the beauti- Saturdays. Special 15-minute tours fully decorated Patterson House, sing for children 6 and under tour Christmas carols, search for the Yule Ardenwood’s Christmas event showcases what it was offered Thursday and Fridays at log, and visit Father Christmas. Listen like to celebrate the holiday during the Victorian era, 2:30pm, Saturday and Sunday at to live musical performances and enter with period decorations, costumes, food, and music. 11 a .m. our home-made “Christmas Cookie” baking contest (bring your cookies & A CHRISTMAS EVENING AT recipe with you). The day also includes THE PATTERSON HOUSE an abundance of Christmas crafts, Ardenwood music, and country kitchen treats. Patterson House Staff & Docents Fee: $8/adults, $6/seniors (62+yrs.), 5-8:45pm, Fri, Dec 10 $5/children (4-17 yrs.), children 3 yrs. Join us for a magical evening holiday & under are free. open house. The Patterson House Museum will be elegantly lit in all of CHRISTMAS TOURS OF THE its Victorian splendor! Each room is BLACKSMITHING PATTERSON HOUSE a journey into Christmas past fi lled Ardenwood DEMONSTRATIONS with holiday music and cheer. Tickets Ardenwood Ardenwood Forge Patterson House Staff & Docents are available in advance from www. 1pm, 2pm & 3pm, Thu-Fri, Dec 9-10 10am-4pm, Every Thu, Fri, Sun regerec.com. Fee: $5/adults & seniors, through Nov 21, Sat, Nov 6, 20 & & 16-17 $3/children (3+yrs.) in advance. Tick- 11am, Noon, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm, Sat- Dec 4-5 ets also available at the door, $6/adults Stop by the Blacksmith Shop and Sun, Dec 11-12 & 18-19 & seniors, $4/children. The Patterson House Museum has watch the smith transform plain been transformed into a Victorian CHRISTMAS STORIES steel bars with fi re, hammer and Christmas fantasy. Celebrate the Ardenwood Sara Witt anvil into beautiful tools, hardware holiday season 1900s style. Enjoy a 12:30-1:30pm, Sat, Dec 11 and decorative items. docent-led tour of the farm’s elegantly Christmas is just around the corner, decorated centerpiece. Fee: $4/adults come by Ardenwood and enjoy some & seniors, $3/children (3+yrs.) (plus hot cocoa by our wood-burning stove farm admission). and listen to three classic holiday tales.

6 Info–Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797; Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750; Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169; Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220; Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187; Middle Harbor: (510) 272-4802; Sunol: (510) 544-3249; Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 MONARCHS AT ARDENWOOD Register online: www.ebparksonline.org or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3

SCRUMPTUOUS PANCAKES I SPY PUMPKIN PIE Ardenwood Melissa Fowlks Ardenwood Melissa Fowlks Noon-1:15pm, Sun, Nov 7 & Heather McLelland Let’s take a trek around the farm to gather 11am-1pm, Sat, Nov 13 ingredients to make delicious, farm-fresh Can you tell “pompkin pie” from pumpkin pancakes on our wood-burning stove. pie? Come to the Country Kitchen and We’ll dust on sugar and enjoy! taste the evolution of this treat; from the pilgrim version, to what we enjoy today. CHESTNUTS ROASTING Ardenwood Trent Pearce TASTY TURKEY TREATS 2-3pm, Sun, Nov 7 Ardenwood Sara Witt Take a trek to the farm’s backcountry and 1-2pm, Sat, Nov 13 discover a hidden surprise – our chestnut No need to worry Tom Turkey because orchard. We’ll collect what the squirrels our tasty turkey treat is made out of haven’t and roast them over an open ﬁ re. apples, raisins and other delicious snacks. Come to the Granary porch and make your yummy fall snack.

Photo by Yamin Bilal FOR THE KIDS AT THE FARM BUTTERFLY B&B MARVELOUS MONARCHS Ardenwood Christina Garcia Christina Garcia & Trent Pearce MEET THE BUNNIES 2-3pm, Sat, Nov 13 11am-12:30pm, Sat, Dec 11 and Sun, Ardenwood Soon, we expect hundreds of monarch Dec 19 Interpretive Staff butterfl ies to gather here. Meander on Unravel the mysteries of the monarch 10:30-11am Sat, Nov 6 & 27 down to our “monarch motel” to see butterfl y. After a slide show, take an Hop on over for a warm welcome from who has checked in so far and what’s easy hike out to the eucalyptus grove some of the farm’s furriest residents. on their menu. Meet at the Granary. to search for butterfl ies overwinter- Learn why rabbits are great hoppers ing at Ardenwood. Heavy rain cancels. and how they use their long ears to MONARCH Meet at the Granary. sense danger. BUTTERFLY WALKS GOOD MORNING GOATS Ardenwood Interpretive Staff MONARCHS FOR KIDS Ardenwood 11am Sat, Nov 27, Sun Nov 28, and Ardenwood Interpretive Staff 1:30pm Sat, Dec 11, 18 Christina Garcia & Trent Pearce 10:30-11am, Sun, Nov 14 & Dec 19 Join us on a tour of Ardenwood’s 11am-noon, Sun, Dec 12, Sat, Dec 18, Start your day by meeting our resident monarch butterfl y over-wintering site. Sun, Dec 26 nannies and billies We’ll prepare a Search for clusters of butterfl ies hang- Learn about the life cycle of the mon- snack for them using the farm’s own ing from the branches of eucalyptus arch butterfl y during a brief skit. Then organic corn before serving their trees and learn about the mysterious take a short walk to the eucalyptus barnyard brunch. Meet at the Barn. migration of these majestic insects. grove to look for our over-wintering These half-mile walks last approxi- friends. Meet at the Granary (2-8 yrs). CHORES FOR LITTLE FARMERS mately one hour and are suitable for Ardenwood all ages. Meet at the Granary. NEW YEAR’S DAY BUTTERFLY WALKS Ira Bletz RETURN 11am-noon, Sat, Nov 20 Ardenwood Christina Garcia Rise and shine! Lend a hand! We’ll start OF THE MONARCHS 11:30am and 1:30pm, Sat, Jan 1 with a story before preparing a morn- Ardenwood Christina Garcia Start the year off right with an ANIMAL FEEDING ing treat for the farm animals, clean a 1:30-3pm Sat, Nov 27 inspiring visit to a monarch butterfl y Ardenwood corral and meet the sheep and goats. Each year hundreds of monarch but- over-wintering site. Discover the Interpretive Staff terfl ies gather at Ardenwood. Where amazing migration of these tiny 3pm, All Thu through Sun in Nov & BARNYARD BUDDIES are they from? Why are they here? creatures and how they survive the Dec (except Nov 25) Ardenwood Find out during a slide show and a Slop the hogs, check for eggs, and Interpretive Staff short walk to their special place. Meet long cold season in our eucalyptus bring hay to the livestock. Learn all 10:30am, Sat, Dec 18 at the Granary. trees. We’ll use spotting scopes to the animals’ favorite foods as we help Here’s your chance to get close to all see these magnifi cent creatures your favorite farm animals. Feed the MONARCH CLOSE-UPS up close and personal. Meet at the tuck them in for the evening. Meet at the Chicken Coop. goats a snack, pet a bunny, greet the Ardenwood Trent Pearce Granary. sheep and tickle a chicken (if you dare). 1-2pm Sun, Nov 28 TODDLER TIME Have the Monarchs returned from Ardenwood their summer sabbatical? Bring your Ira Bletz camera and fi nd out as we capture the 11:00-11:30am, Tue, Nov 2, 9, 16, 23 afternoon light in search of the perfect & 30 shot of our four-winged friends. Bring the tiny tots out for an exciting morning at the farm. Each day we’ll meet and learn all about a new animal friend through stories, chores and fun. Nov. 2: Goats, Nov. 9: Rabbits, Nov. 16: Sheep (special guest Ranger Trent), Nov. 23: Turkeys, Nov. 30: Goats. (1-4 yrs.)

7 = Register at www.ebparksonline.org = Disabled accessible program = Parking fee may be charged = Financial assistance is available = Kids Challenge program Register online: www.ebparksonline.org COMPOST CAKE HERBAL TEAS Ardenwood Trent Pearce or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3 Ardenwood Trent Pearce 1-2pm, Sun, Nov 14 11am-noon, Sun, Nov 21 Layer it, turn it, and pile it high! Learn the Nothing is more soothing than a warm cup basics of home composting while helping of tea on a chilly morning. We’ll harvest PLANTS TO PLASTIC AUTUMN BUTTER to make nutritious compost ‘cake’ to feed fresh herbs from our garden and brew Ardenwood Trent Pearce Ardenwood Melissa Fowlks our heirloom vegetable garden. several different types of tea to sample. 11am-noon, Sun, Nov 14 Noon-1pm, Sun, Nov 14 WINTER WONDERLAND Did you know that plastic is made from Help us make three different kinds of but- CORN CRACKIN’ petroleum? Discover how to make an ter the old-fashion way! One savory, one COOKIE MIX Ardenwood Interpretive Staff alternative, biodegradable plastic from sweet, and one spicy. When we are done Ardenwood Heather McLelland 12:30-1pm, Sun, Nov 21 plants grown on the farm, and take home let’s taste test and determine the best! 1-2pm, Sat, Nov 20 What to do with all this corn? Our corn your fi nished sample. Tis’ the season for baking! Let’s mix up crop for the year is in, and now it’s time yummy ingredients and make a treat to to turn it into tasty treats for animals give as a gift, or indulge on your own. and people. Explore the world of Victorian holidays. BLACK DIAMOND Fee: $3. UNDER THE BARK Ardenwood Trent Pearce CHORES IN THE 1-2pm, Sun Nov 21 All Black Diamond programs (unless otherwise noted) meet at the parking lot How do scientists know the age of trees? at the south end of Somersville Road in Antioch. For information call (510) 544- VEGETABLE GARDEN Ardenwood Ira Bletz We’ll travel to the farm’s backcountry 2750, or email [email protected]. 2-3pm, Sat, Nov 20 and learn different ways to discover what PRECIOUS PAIN SIDNEY FLAT Lend a hand planting seeds and turn- stories are hiding under the bark. ing compost in the heirloom vegetable Black Diamond Eddie Willis VISITOR CENTER WHIRLWIND PINWHEELS 10am-noon, Sun, Nov 7 garden. Learn vegetable fact and lore. If Black Diamond Interpretive Staff Ardenwood Heather McLelland Coal mining cost more than money. we’re lucky, a few tender vegetables may 10am-4:30pm weekends Noon-1pm, Sat, Nov 27 Retrace the steps to a Protestant be ready to taste. View artifacts and photographs or say The autumn wind is in the air and breezes burial ground and catch a glimpse of hello to our friendly resident snakes. are blowing. Discover the secrets of wind the reality of death in 19th-century Tickets for the fi rst-come, fi rst-served and learn why it blows. We’ll test its America. One-half mile walk uphill. Hazel-Atlas mine tours may be pur- strength by making some festive pinwheels! chased here. Arrive at least one-hour HAZEL-ATLAS before tour time to sign up. 7+yrs OLD-FASHIONED GAMES SILICA-SAND MINE TOUR BOTANIC GARDEN Ardenwood Interpretive Staff HAZEL-ATLAS MINE Black Diamond Interpretive Staff BOTANIC GARDEN 2:30-3pm, Sat, Dec 11 Various times, weekends Mar-Nov OPEN HOUSE What did children of the Victorian Era Explore the underground through a Black Diamond Interpretive Staff do for fun? Join us to skip, catch and play guided tour; learn its history, geology, Noon-4:30pm, Sat, Nov 27 games from the past that are just as amus- and the methods used to mine the Free self-guided tours will let you ing today. Meet at the Granary. sandstone. Ninety-minutes, advanced explore nearly 1,000 feet of cool un- reservation tours are offered 2 p.m., derground workings in this restored WINTER COVER CROPS weekends March through November. 1930s-era silica sand mine. This is the Ardenwood Melissa Fowlks A 10 a.m. tour is available to groups last Saturday the mine will be open for 12:30-1:30, Sun, Dec 12 of ten or more on weekends (not the season. 7+yrs The arrival of winter means its time to available for on-line registration.) First plant our garden with crops that will come fi rst served tours are offered at CHAPARRAL IN WINTER DOCENT-GUIDED do the hard work of improving our soil. noon and 3 p.m. 7+yrs Black Diamond Eddie Willis Come and see who they are! Registration is required for 10 a.m. & 9:30am-noon, Sun, Dec 19 GARDEN TOURS 2 p.m. tours Meet the chaparral dressed in its Botanic Garden Fee: $3 wintry-cloak, awaiting the onset of 2pm Saturdays, COYOTE HILLS winter rains, as we hike two miles of 11am and 2pm Sundays The Coyote Hills Visitor Center is open cool, rough, and sandy trails. 8+yrs Learn about California native plants Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The on free, docent-guided tours at Possum’s Pocket Nature Store has books, the beautiful, naturalistic, 10-acre American Indian items, nature games, Regional Parks Botanic Garden in T-shirts and many other items for sale. Tilden Regional Park. The garden is For additional information call (510) 544- located on Wildcat Canyon Road at 3220, or email [email protected]. South Park Drive in Tilden Regional Park (South Park Drive is closed BIRD GAWK WALK November through March to pro- Coyote Hills Kristina Parkison tect migrating newts). Info: www. 8-11am, Sat, Nov 6 nativeplants.org or (510) 544-3169. The Bay Area bursts with bird life! New and experienced birders alike join us as we THURSDAY MORNING discover patterns of behavior, migration, PLANT SALE and habitat. 8+yrs If the Regional Parks Botanic Garden TEACHING LOCAL is open and it is not pouring rain, the volunteers usually sell plants INDIAN CULTURES Thursday mornings between 9-11 Coyote Hills Beverly Ortiz, Naturalist a.m.at the potting shed (the Juniper 10am- 4pm, Sun, Nov 7 #25421 Lodge) through the end of the year. Enhance your third and fourth grade Cali- The garden is located on Wildcat fornia Indian curriculum during this interac- Canyon Road at South Park Drive tive workshop. Discuss concepts in teaching in Tilden Regional Park (South Park about Central California Indians, including Drive is closed November through the Ohlone and Bay Miwok. Play some old- March to protect migrating newts). time games and make a culturally specifi c Info: www.nativeplants.org toy. Extensive handouts on disk. 18+yrs or (510) 544-3169. Registration is required. On the trail to the Greathouse Visitor Center, December 2009. Photo by Black Diamond Naturalist Eddie Willis. Fee: $10/$8 seniors (non-res. $12/$10) 8 Info–Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797; Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750; Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169; Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220; Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187; Middle Harbor: (510) 272-4802; Sunol: (510) 544-3249; Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 WELSH DUSK HIKE Register online: www.ebparksonline.org HOUSE BLESSINGS Coyote Hills Kristina Parkison or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3 Coyote Hills 4:30-6:30pm, Sat, Nov 20 #25428 Kristina Parkison & Jan Southworth Dusk is a special time of day–not quite 12:30-3:30pm, Sat, Nov 13 #25423 dark, not quite light. Many animals are Rediscover the joys of this ancient craft active in the evening, so it’s a perfect time soap, crocheted bowls and more – good and transform wheat into house bless- to explore a familiar park in a new way! for Earth and heart! Parent participation CRAB COVE ings–a wonderful hostess gift! Learn the We’ll fi nish up with snacks provided by is required. 8+yrs HOLIDAY FUN tips and tricks needed to turn stalks of the bat. 6+yrs Fee: donation of $3 per project wheat into perfect holiday gifts. Enjoy tea Crab Cove Interpretive Staff Registration is required. A PHOTOGRAPHER’S and treats while creating handmade gifts Fee: $2 10am-4pm, Wed-Thu, Dec 29-30 for loved ones. 10+yrs ANGLE ON SUNRISE Enjoy a fun family outing to our Registration is required. OPEN HOUSE AND Coyote Hills Beverly Ortiz & Friends cozy aquarium by the Bay! Come Fee: $15 (non-res. $17) GIFT EXTRAVAGANZA 6:30-9am, Sun, Dec 12 for one or all of our activities. Coyote Hills Beverly Ortiz & Friends Bring your camera, and join us to take Bundle up for a shorebird walk HOTSHOT 11am-3pm, Fri, Nov 26 remarkable images of Coyote Hills, as day at 11am (binoculars available) and HUMMINGBIRDS Make nature-themed gift cards and stock- begins to break. We’ll caravan and walk be amazed by the winter fl ocks. Coyote Hills ing stuffers; enjoy hot, spiced apple cider to some astonishingly beautiful places. Warm up with popcorn and hot Kristina Parkison & Don Jedlovec and handmade treats; or participate in cider in our classroom and do a 9-10am, Sat, Nov 20 #25426 A PHOTOGRAPHER’S an insider’s tour of our facility and its ANGLE ON SUNSET nature-themed craft. Join a low- Come meet the flying jewels: hum- exhibits. Watch wildlife videos and join in Coyote Hills Beverly Ortiz & Friends tide exploration at 1pm and stay mingbirds! Coyote Hills photographer exhibit-based scavenger hunts with special 3:30-6pm, Sun, Dec 19 on for fi sh feeding and a movie in Don Jedlovec shares new photos and his prizes! Enter the raffl es at noon, 1, 2, and Bring your camera, and come prepared the afternoon. Note: the Visitor techniques for capturing amazing images 3 p.m. Unique gift items will be on sale in to see some amazing wildlife moments Center will be closed Fri.-Sat., Dec. of these birds during his annual trek to our Visitor Center. 24-25, and Fri.- Sat., Dec. 31-Jan. 1. Arizona. 12+yrs as day begins to fade into night. Find out Registration is required. OHLONE VILLAGE SITE about our photo volunteers program and WORKDAY consider joining. Coyote Hills Beverly Ortiz

10am-3pm, Sun, Nov 28 #25436 CRAB COVE CRAB COVE Help prepare a more-than-2,000-year-old Crab Cove Visitor Center hours are Wed.- village site for winter storms by repairing Fri. noon-4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. WEEKDAY FUN and replacing structural elements on re- The Center’s gift shop has books, t-shirts, Join us for programs designed for you constructed house frameworks, and clean- and other nature-related items for sale. and your children. We’ll play games, FUN SCHOOL BREAK ing and weeding the site. Snacks, water, For information about naturalist programs explore nature, sing songs, and do a soda, gloves, tools and a presentation about or other activities, call (510) 544-3187, or craft related to the theme of the day! DAY CAMPS the site’s signifi cance provided. 12+yrs. email [email protected]. The Visitor Registration is required. SEA SQUIRTS AT COYOTE HILLS Center will be closed Thursday-Friday, Crab Cove HOMEMADE HOLIDAY Nov. 25-26, and Friday-Saturday, Dec. Michael Charnofsky/Sara Fetterly Coyote Hills Kristina Parkison 24-25, and Friday-Saturday, Dec. 31-Jan. 1. 10-11:30am, Tue, Nov 9 #25470, Coyote Hills Interpretive Staff 11am-3pm, Sat, Dec 11 CATCH OF THE DAY Nov 16 #25471, Nov 30 #25472, 10am-2pm, Mon-Wed, Nov 22-24 Dec 14 #25473 Come get crafty and make handmade gifts Crab Cove Interpretive Staff #25543 Share a morning of shoreline fun for your loved ones! We’ll use both new 2-3pm, Saturdays & Sundays, Nov & Dec 10am-2pm, Mon-Wed, Dec 20-22, with your pre-school age child. and recycled materials to create gift tags, Drop by for fun activities to help you #25544 Snack included. For ages 3-5 years. Action-packed, each day will fea- Nov. 9: Sweet and Smelly Smells ture a live animal encounter, out- of Nature Nov. 16: Scat: Everyone door exploration (adjusted for COYOTE HILLS OPEN HOUSE EVENTS Poops. Nov. 30: Rocks Rock! Dec. weather), Ohlone Indian games, 14: Birds of the Bay. and skills-building including making Registration is required. acorn-tops, and craft-making for Fee: $6 ($8 non-res.) holiday season gift giving. YOU can Enjoy these quality family activities in a lively environment with activities your enjoy a break to relax, shop, cook, kids will love. For information, call (510) 544-3220. ESTUARY or…the sky’s the limit. 5-12 yrs EXPLORERS COYOTE HILLS of Ohlone cultures past to present. Crab Cove Registration is required. VISITOR CENTER Enjoy cultural demonstrations. Meet Fee: $60 (non-res. $66) Michael Charnofsky/Sara Fetterly OPEN HOUSE at Tuibun Village Site. Disabled ac- 3:30-5pm, Tue, Nov 9 #25475, Nov Coyote Hills Dino Labiste cessibility can be arranged with prior 16 #25481, Nov 30 #25476, Dec 14 10am-noon, 1-3:30pm, Sun, Nov 21 notifi cation; call (510) 544-3220 or #25477 Explore the world of the fi rst people in email [email protected] School-age kids like exploring nature, the Bay Area. Learn about plant uses, OPEN HOUSE playing outdoors, and learning more examine tool reproductions and watch AT COYOTE HILLS independently – no parents required. a fi lm on Yokuts culture. VISITOR CENTER Join us for this afternoon program! OHLONE VILLAGE SITE Coyote Hills Kristina Parkison Snack included. For ages: 6-8 years. Noon-2pm, Sat, Dec 18 Nov. 9: Sweet and Smelly Smells OPEN HOUSE of Nature Nov. 16: Scat: Everyone Coyote Hills Spend a relaxing afternoon meeting our resident reptiles, hearing stories, Poops. Nov. 30: Rocks Rock! Dec. Beverly Ortiz & Friends 14: Birds of the Bay. An encounter of the jack rabbit kind could be on 10am-noon; 1-4pm, Sat, Nov 27 and doing scavenger hunts for prizes. the agenda at the Coyote Hills School Break Day Take a break from holiday hustle and Registration is required. Camp. Sign your child up for this not-so-usual Visit a more than 2,000-year-old Fee: $6 (non-res. $8) holiday break activity, happening this fall and Ohlone village site where you’ll be bustle and have fun with your family! winter at the Fremont bayside park. introduced to the beauty and vibrancy Parent participation required.

9 = Register at www.ebparksonline.org = Disabled accessible program = Parking fee may be charged = Financial assistance is available = Kids Challenge program Register online: www.ebparksonline.org WORKING WITH TURKEY GOBBLE GOBBLE WOOL CRAFT Tilden Nature Area James Wilson or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3 Tilden Nature Area James Wilson 1:30-3pm, Sat, Nov 13 2-3:30, Sat, Nov 6 Farm fun for the whole family! Come Watch as the spinning wheel turns Little meet and greet those birds that go learn about the Bay, its wildlife, and local of our amazing animals–while they eat. Farm wool into yarn. Whirl with a drop “gobble gobble.” Learn about the different history. The aquariums, beach, and pond spindle and create a felted holiday orna- types of turkeys, their history, and create await you, with a new topic each week. TILDEN NATURE AREA ment of your very own to take home! a turkey craft! FISH FEEDING TIME The Environmental Education Center SECRET LIFE OF THE WOODRAT Crab Cove Interpretive Staff is open Tue-Sun 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The SUNOL Tilden Nature Area Morgan Rani Evans 3-3:30pm, Sat, Nov 6, 13, & 20, and Sun, Little Farm is open daily. For info call (510) 2-3pm, Sun, Nov 21 Nov 28, Dec 12 & 19 544-2233, or email [email protected]. Have you ever wondered about those “Dive” into the Bay and learn about its piles of sticks along the trails in the Nature wildlife! Get close to crabs, fl ounder, Area? Join us to look for, and learn about, perch, and pipefi sh–just to name a few this intriguing rodent. 8+yrs HOLIDAY DECORATIONS– NATURALLY MIDDLE HARBOR Tilden Nature Area James Wilson Noon-3:30 pm, Sat, Dec 4 #25474, 18 #25483 Create wreaths, garlands and other seasonal delights using natural materials. Learn about fi r, bay and other fl ora, and how to use them. Please bring a pair of small hand-clippers, a large, fl at box and a bag lunch. Not appropriate for children

Equestrians large and small, experienced and FOR SENIORS novice, can enjoy nature rides on horseback at Sunol Regional Wilderness. Western Trail Riding Services provides the mounts and gear, and Sunol naturalists accompany riders, sharing the area’s cultural and natural history.

All programs meet at the Sunol Visitor Center unless otherwise noted. For Visitor Center hours Kids exploring the shoreline at Middle Harbor Shoreline Park. Photo by Anne Kassebaum. and information, call (510) 544- 3249, or email [email protected]. Please note: rain cancels all Middle ART BY NATURE VALLEY NATURE RIDE Harbor programs. Middle Harbor Tara Reinertson Sunol Interpretive Staff 2-4pm, Sat, Nov 13 Tilden Nature Area Supervising Naturalist Dave BIRDING ON THE BAY 10-10:45am, Sun, Nov 21 #25527 Zuckermann (at right) leads the popular “Over- Express yourself with paints and me- Enjoy an introduction to the cul- the-Hills Gang” hikes in Tilden Regional Park. Middle Harbor Tara Reinertson Senior Van Tours in Sunol Regional Wilderness, 9-10:30am, Sat, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4 diums from the earth. We will capture tural and natural history of Sunol the wild skyscape of San Francisco Bay less strenuous and equally popular, are led Middle Harbor is a great resting stop Regional Wilderness during a by Sunol Regional Wilderness’s Supervising for migrating winter birds! Join a and learn what art and science have horseback ride. 6+yrs Naturalist Erica Herron and Naturalist Katie Colbert. naturalist for a walk along the shore to in common. Supplies provided. Rain Registration is required. spot magnifi cent birds feeding on these cancels. For more information, call: Fee: $25 (non-res. $29) (510) 272-4802. SENIOR VAN TOUR: newly created mud fl ats. Rain cancels. MOON-OF-THE-LONG- For information, call: (510) 272-4802. OHLONE WILDERNESS BENTHIC BONANZA! NIGHT LUNAR ECLIPSE Sunol DUNE RESTORATION Middle Harbor Tara Reinertson LUNACY HIKE Katie Colbert, Erica Herron 1-2pm, Sat, Dec 4, 11 Middle Harbor Tara Reinertson Sunol Katie Colbert 9:30am-4pm, Tue, Nov 9 #25492 What really lives in the down-low 2-4pm, Sat, Nov 6, 20 10pm -12:15am, Mon, Dec 20 # We’ll look for signs of autumn and of the lower bottoms of the Bay? Have some fun while helping remove 25523 enjoy expansive views from the high Discover for yourself as we scoop up invasive species and planting natives! Celebrate the cosmic coincidence country near Rose Peak. some mud and look at some spine- Learn about the unique dune plants of a lunar eclipse on (nearly) the Registration is required. less creatures. Great for children and that live on the edge of the Bay. Gloves winter solstice! Take a short hike Fee: $25 (non-res $29) adults. Rain cancels. For information, and snacks provided. For information, on a long night and watch the full call: (510) 272-4802. call: (510) 272-4802. moon bloom red at midnight! THE OVER-THE-HILLS- Registration is required. GANG! THE PULLMAN PORTERS OF NATURAL HISTORY WALK Tilden Dave Zuckermann WEST OAKLAND NEW YEAR’S EVE 10am-12:30pm, Tue, Nov 30 Middle Harbor Tara Reinertson Middle Harbor Tara Reinertson FLAG HILL HIKE Hikers 55 years and older interest- 10-11:30am, Sat, Dec 11 11:30am-12:30pm, Sat, Nov 13 Sunol Katie Colbert ed in nature study, history, fi tness, Spectacular city views can be observed Learn about West Oakland’s rich 3:30- 7pm, Fri, Dec 31 and fun are invited to join this series from this jewel of a park nestled along- African-American cultural heritage Bundle up to toast the New Year! of monthly excursions exploring side Oakland’s bustling port. Join us as as we take a walk back in time. Who Catch the jolly good sunset from the Regional Parks. This month we discuss the history and habitats of were the ‘Brotherhood of Sleeping the top of Flag Hill and nature’s we’ll explore Meadows Canyon in this wonderful park. For information, Car Porters’ and how did they achieve hoopla on the way down. Bring a Tilden Park; meet at the Big Leaf their revered status? Rain cancels. For call: 510-272-4802. trail dinner. Funny hats provided. picnic area. For information, call information, call: (510) 272-4802. 7+yrs (510) 544-2233. 55+yrs

10 Info–Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797; Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750; Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169; Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220; Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187; Middle Harbor: (510) 272-4802; Sunol: (510) 544-3249; Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 under 8 years old. LICHEN 101 Registration is required. Tilden Nature Area Morgan Rani Evans Register online: www.ebparksonline.org Fee: $30 adult; $25 senior/teen (13-18 2-3pm, Sun, Dec 19 or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3 years); team fee $45 (one adult, one child Freddy Fungus and Alice Algae took a “li- 8-12 yrs); (non-res: $34; $29; $51) chen” to one another! Come learn about these unique “dual organisms” and their BIRD BUFFET! WINTER SOLSTICE TULE BERRY BASKET ecological importance. 8+yrs PEREGRINES AND PREY CELEBRATION Tilden Nature Area Gail Broesder Oakland-Alameda Fruitvale Bridge Tilden, Inspiration Point 9:30am-1pm, Sat, Dec 11 #25497 SEASON’S GREETINGS Michael Charnofsky Bethany Facendini Tules have been used as building material Tilden Nature Area Bethany Facendini 10-11am, Sun, Nov 14 4-6pm, Tue, Dec 21 #25541 around the world. Today, we’ll learn to 11am-noon, Sun, Dec 26 The Fruitvale Bridge between Oakland Light your spirit with the warmth of com- make an Ohlone-inspired berry basket What flora and fauna will show their and Alameda may be the easiest place in munity on the shortest day of the year. from this versatile plant. You may want seasonal signs on our family nature walk the Bay Area to watch peregrine falcons, Join our sunset and full moonrise walk, to use it for holiday goodies when we’re today? Come greet the banana slugs, the fastest animal in the world. Call (510) then, enjoy fi reside food and drink. Bring done! 10+yrs “Christmas” berries, and birds spending 544-3187 for exact meeting location. 7+ stories, poetry, or music to share. Registration is required. the holidays around Jewel Lake. years. Registration is required. Fee: $10 (non-res. $12) Fee: $6 (non-res. $8) FAMILY RESTORATION DAY OTHER PARKS LAKESIDE STROLL Contra Loma Eddie Willis WINTRY WALK Tilden Nature Area Bethany Facendini 10am-noon, Sun, Nov 14 10:30am-noon, Sun, Dec 12 CANINE CAPERS – DOG WALK TO A POUNDING ROCK Enjoy this peaceful time of year during an Join other families who care about the Various Parks Kristina Parkison Garin Beverly Ortiz easy two-mile walk around a placid lake, environment on this action-oriented 1-3pm, Sat, Nov 6 #25443 10:30am-3:00pm, Sun, Dec 26 #25446 and discover the nature of Contra Loma program. Learn about nature’s interrela- 8-10am, Sat, Dec 18 #25441 Welcome winter by exploring grass- along the way. Meet at the boat launch. tionships and help remove invasive plants. Make new friends and enjoy a nature walk land, oak, and riparian habitats. Glimpse For information, call (510) 544-2750. Make a difference while having fun! Rain by exploring some of the fi nest open thousands of years of history during this cancels. 8+yrs space with your best four-legged friend! leisurely hike to ridgetop heights. Share Homemade snacks provided for good FOOD PLANTS GATHERING acorn soup and a potluck lunch at a site TILDEN NATURE THEATER (and spirited) dogs! Nov. 6: Pleasanton Location to be announced where local Ohlones processed food. Beverly Ortiz Tilden Nature Area Bethany Facendini Ridge. Meet at the staging area on Foothill A four and one-half mile loop trail, rain 10am-4:30pm, Sun, Nov 14 #25424 2-3:30pm, Sun, Dec 12, 26 Blvd. Dec. 18: Garin Regional Park. Meet or shine. Meet at the Garin Barn Visitor Learn how California Indians managed the You bring your family, and we’ll supply at meet at the Barn. Rain Cancels. 8+yrs Center. 10+yrs landscape while helping us gather acorns, the fun, naturally! Nature games, a movie, Registration is required. Registration is required. berries, teas, peppernuts or other plant popcorn, and cider await you on this foods for use in next year’s cultural pro- winter afternoon. grams at Coyote Hills. Enjoy a fl avorful VOLUNTEER cup of steaming yerba buena tea along RAPTORS FROM RIDGES GARDEN VOLUNTEERS Tilden Nature Area Bethany Facendini the way. For information, call (510) 544- Various parks Pellarin/Mueller 11am-2pm, Sun, Dec 19 3220. 16+yrs Dates and times vary Calling all birders who will soar to new Registration is required. Quarry Lakes: This program in Fremont heights on an up-‘n’-down four and one- “WORK OFF THAT TURKEY” needs volunteers to help with planting half-mile hike in search of birds of prey. and garden maintenance. Featured plant- Bring sunscreen, water and a lunch. Rain HIKE ings include California native plants and a cancels. Wildcat Canyon, Alvarado Park Area Gail Broesder rose garden and a rare fruit grove. Help 9am-2pm Sat, Nov 27 weed and prune in the plant beds, assist With lots of ups and downs, we’ll explore the gardeners in planting and help with KIDS’ PROGRAMS AT the natural features of San Pablo Ridge on general garden care. Dates and times this seven-mile hike. Bring hiking shoes, vary–please call for more information: TILDEN NATURE AREA water and snack to share; dress in lay- (510) 795-4895. Garin/Dry Creek: Help ers. 8+yrs weed and prune in the plant beds, assist TILDEN EXPLORERS! American kestrel. the gardners in planting, and help with Tilden Nature Area James Wilson OHLONE PLANT USE WALK general garden care. Info: (510) 582-2206. 3-4:30pm, Thu, Nov 4 #25524; Dec THURSDAY BIRDING: Garin Beverly Ortiz 16 #25525 RAPTOR BASELINE 10:30am-12:30pm, Sun, Dec 12 PARK/TRAIL GUIDES Be prepared to explore and ramble Various parks Mike Moran Find out about Ohlone plant uses and the Various Parks Lori Gray on a after-school nature adventure 9-11:30am, Thu, Nov 18 #25522, eons-old horticultural methods used to Guides are needed to assist the visually for 5-7 year olds. Parents are wel- Thu, Dec 30 #25526 “cultivate” them during this pleasant walk impaired in hiking on Regional Parks trails. come to join; however, no younger The morning (eastern) side of through lovely, wooded canyons. Discuss On-going training provided by Bay Area siblings please. Mount Diablo hosts a magnifi cent Ohlone cultures past to present. Meet at Outreach Recreation Program (B.O.R.P.). Registration is required. array of birds of prey: hawks, fal- the Garin Barn Visitor Center. For upcoming dates, contact (510) 849- Fee: $6 (non-res. $8) cons, and eagles. Help us document For information, call (510) 544-3220. 4663 or www.borp.org. their variety and numbers in this TILDEN MINI-RANGERS fun, social, citizen research project. OHLONE PLANT FOODS FRENCH BROOM REMOVAL/ Tilden Nature Area James Wilson No experience necessary–we’ll Garin Barn Beverly Ortiz RESTORATION PROJECT 4-5:30pm Wed, Nov 17 #25529; teach you how to identify these 1-2:30pm, Sun, Dec 19 Redwood Di Rosario Dec 15 #25530 birds. We’ll meet at a different park Enjoy some of the fi rst foods of this land, 9am-1pm, Sat, Nov 6 Do you like hiking, conservation, on the last Thursday of each month including roasted peppernuts, acorn 9:30am-1pm, Sun, Nov. 14 and nature-based activities? This (except November!). Join in for one soup, and plant teas, during this unique, if Volunteers are needed to help restore after-school program is for you! or all. Nov. 18: Morgan Territory. modest, feast. Receive recipes for making beautiful Redwood Regional Park from It’s designed for kids 8-13 years old, these foods yourself. Meet at the Garin French broom displacment of the native unaccompanied by parents. Dress to Dec. 30: Marsh Creek . 10+yrs Registration is required. Barn Visitor Center. For information, call plants. We provide the tools. Saturday, ramble and get dirty; bring a snack. (510) 544-3220. Nov. 6: Meet at 9 a.m. at the Skyline Gate Registration is required. staging area (8500 Skyline Blvd., Oakland) Fee: $6 (non-res. $8)

11 = Register at www.ebparksonline.org = Disabled accessible program = Parking fee may be charged = Financial assistance is available = Kids Challenge program Register online: www.ebparksonline.org or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3 in Redwood Regional Park for a French broom pull along the East Ridge Trail. Nov. 14: Meet at 9:30 a.m. the Wayside overﬂ ow lot in Redwood Regional Park inside Redwood Gate at 7867 Redwood Road for exotic plant removal and restoration projects in the Redwood Canyon. Info: 1-888-327-2757, option 3, ext. 4553.

Shop for EBRPD T-shirts and more on the Park District’s Online Store Visitors at Vasco Caves Regional Preserve The East Bay Regional Park District investigate vernal pools. Photo by Naturalist offers a number of products with Keven Damstra. unique park-related graphics on them. Go to www.CafePress.com/ebrpd and fi nd lots of things for holiday PUBLIC SAFETY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES gifts or for yourself! These on-going volunteer programs assist District staff in the delivery of es- You will be glad to know that all of sential services, which include: educating trail users about trail safety; assist- the Park District’s proceeds go to ing the helicopter unit with rescues; supplementing police in patrol activities and incident response. Certifi cations and/or training are required for some the Regional Parks Foundation to Vasco Caves Regional Preserve. fund Camperships for low-income programs. For more information, contact the following: Flight Medics–Offi cer kids to go to camp. Jackley at (510) 544-3014; Trail Safety Patrol Groups including Bicycle Patrol, VASCO CAVES Companion Dog Patrol, Hiking Patrol, and Mounted Patrol–Heather Marlais at REGIONAL PRESERVE TOUR (510) 690-6580. Vasco Caves Interpretive Staff 9am-2pm, Sat, Nov 13 #25482, Dec 4 #25484, Dec 18 #25487 9am-2pm, Sun, Dec 5 #25485, Dec 12 #25486 9am-2pm, Wed, Dec 29 #25489 Behold Vasco’s spectacular rock outcrops, vernal pools–seasonal home of endangered amphibians and fairy shrimp. This is habitat for eagles and various nesting and migrating raptors hunting bountiful prey in robust restored grasslands. Archaeological sites contain Indian rock art, part of a complex reaching back nearly 10,000 years. This Pre- serve is accessible through guided tours only, staging from Round Valley Regional Preserve aboard District-provided bus transporta- tion. 10+yrs Registration is required. Fee: $30 (non-res. $34) VASCO FULL MOON SUNSET HIKE Vasco Caves Mike Moran Sunol Regional Wilderness. Photo by Davor Desancic. 1:30-6pm, Sat, Nov 20 #25532 WOMEN ON COMMON GROUND Hike two to three miles under the sunset and full-moonrise at Vasco Locations vary Katie Colbert own parks. For a complete schedule without hills! Well...mostly. Second Caves. We’ll seek raptors hunting 10am-1pm, Sun, Nov 21, Sunol contact (510) 544-3243, or kcolbert@ try: A wavy-trail hike to Magpie Swale. bountiful prey in robust grasslands, #25509; 2-5pm, Sun, Nov 21, Sunol ebparks.org. Nov. 21, 10 a.m.: Low Roads Dec. 19, 9:30 a.m.: Sunol Solstice marvel at Indian rock art, and take #25510; 9:30am-5pm, Sun, Dec 19, In The Morning Lunch Hike–Attempt the Circuit Circus–Celebrate the cycling of in sensational vistas. This preserve Sunol #25521 impossible: hiking Sunol without hills! the seasons with a grand circle of Sunol, is accessible through guided tours This is a series of naturalist-led pro- Well...mostly. First try: A low-grade hike to from Flag Hill to the park boundary and by District-provided bus transpor- grams for women who love the out- Little Yosemite. Meet at end of picnic area. around. Lots of climbing, miles, views, tation only. 10+yrs doors but whose concern for personal Nov. 21, 2 p.m.: Low Roads In The After- ponds, rocks, and fun! Registration is required. safety keeps them from enjoying their noon–Attempt the impossible:hiking Sunol Registration is required. Fee: $30 (non-res. $34)

12 Info–Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797; Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750; Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169; Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220; Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187; Middle Harbor: (510) 272-4802; Sunol: (510) 544-3249; Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 Register online: www.ebparksonline.org Meet at theor Marina.by phone: Bring 1-888-EBPARKS lunch to (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3 eat on the trail. Parking fee. Nov. 17–Brushy Peak: Four and one-third steep miles on the Brushy Peak Loop Trail. Nov. 24–Diablo Foothills: This moderately-strenuous hike covers OUTDOOR five miles. Meet at Livorna Road DISCOVERIES Staging area. No Dogs. Dec. 1–Coy- ote Hills: A moderate hike on the Meadowlark trail at the edge of the WEDNESDAY WALKS marsh. Meet at the Visitor Center Garin’s Jordan Pond lies along Dry Creek. Photo by Deane Little. parking lot. Dec. 15–Garin/Dry Creek: A moderate three and one Various Locations footwear, bring water and dress for the half-mile hike along the creek, fol- Christina Garcia weather - we walk rain or shine. Hikes lowed by a potluck lunch. Meet at the Discover the natural and human begin at 9:30 a.m. For a fl yer with more Barn. Dec. 29–Mission Peak: Round history of our beautiful parklands information, please call (510)544-3282 or out the year with a very strenuous and improve your health on a fast- check the hiking page at www.ebparks.org. eight-mile climb up the east side of paced hike. Hikers of all ages and Nov. 3–Lake Chabot: Circumnavigate the this landmark. We’ll begin at Sunol Sunol Fisher/Colbert abilities are welcome. Wear sturdy lake on this nine-mile, strenuous hike. Regional Wilderness. 10-11:30am, Thu, Nov 4 #25461, 18 #25459, Dec 2 #25460 10am-noon, Dec 16 #25462 Children 3-5 years and a parent are invited to make wild discoveries. BIRDING SATURDAY & SUNDAY Information: (510) 544-3249. STROLLS Nov. 4: Storytime In The Woods: Various Parks Sara Fetterly Hear stories and tales as we “Fall” MONDAY BIRDING Various parks Anthony Fisher 10am-noon, Sat, Nov 6, 13, 20 & through the wilderness. Nov. 18: 9-11:30am, Mon, Nov 1, 15, 29, Dec 6 Sun, Nov 28, Dec 12, 19 SLITH...er...ing, sli...ding, silk...y, Easy birding walks of about two miles, Wake up and walk into nature. slouch...y, sleek, slick, snakes are mostly fl at terrain. Nov. 1: Lake Del Each week we will explore a differ- not slim...eeeee. Meeeeet some and Valle. Meet at the Campground Store. ent park and the natural wonders ssssssseeeee if you agreeeee. Dec. Nov. 15: Sunol. Meet at the Green within. Hikes range from two to 2: Tree Seeds: We can plant them, Barn. Nov. 29: Lake Del Valle. Meet fi ve miles. Great for families. Dogs play with them and eat them! at the Marina. Dec. 6: Shadow Cliffs. welcome on most hikes. See www. Dec. 16: Winter Lunch Hike: Pack Information: (510) 544-3249. ebparks.org/parks for maps and a lunch and a little pack to carry it directions. For information, call: in and we’ll be off to Grandmother BIRDWALK & COUNT (510) 544-3187. Nov. 6: Redwood Earth’s house for a trail adventure! Ardenwood (Skyline Gate Staging Area) West Note special time. Ira Bletz & Trent Pearce Ridge/French/ East Ridge loop. Registration is required. 8-9am, Sat, Nov 20, Sun, Dec 19 Shady paths and fabulous forest Fee: $6 (non-res. $8) Who’s fl ying on the farm this morning? views will delight you on this mod- Become a citizen scientist and collect erate 2.7-mile hike. Some steep data to help complete our 2010 bird hills. Nov. 13: Leona Canyon survey. We’ll explore and record our (Canyon Oaks Trailhead). Walk to observations. Beginners to advanced Merritt College and back along the welcome! lovely Leona trail. Native American plant uses are highlighted along this scenic 4-mile trail. Sorry, no Dowitchers at Martin Luther King, Jr., Regional restrooms at this park. Nov. 20: Shoreline. Anthony Chabot (Clyde Wool- TUESDAYS FOR THE BIRDS ridge Staging Area) Jackson Grade/ Various Parks Bethany Facendini, Cascade/Goldenrod loop. Follow James Wilson, Grass Valley Creek as it journeys through beautiful canyons. A mod- Michael Charnofsky Sunol’s Canyon View Trail. Photo by Kameshwar 7:30-9:30am, Tue, Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, erate 2.3-mile hike with some steep Eranki. Dec 7, 14 hills. Sorry, no restrooms available. Share your enthusiasm for bird life on a Nov. 28: Redwood (11500 Skyline OUTDOOR DISCOVERIES tranquil walk through various Bay Area Blvd) Dunn/Montiero/ Golden REUNION HIKE parklands! All levels of birding experi- Spike loop. Explore a serpentine Sunol Katie Colbert ence welcome. Call (510) 544-2233 for prairie and learn why this unusual 10:30am-2:30pm, Sun Nov 7 specifi c meeting locations. Bring water, habitat is such a fabulous place for #25488 sunscreen, and binoculars or scopes. fl owers. A 2.8-mile moderate hike. Outdoor Discoveries is 25+ years Rain cancels. Nov. 2: Martin Luther Dec. 12: Sibley (Skyline trailhead) old! If you have ever participated King Regional Shoreline, Arrowhead Explore the park’s many secrets in Sunol’s Thursday pre-school Marsh. Nov. 9: Eastshore State Park, from its quarries and labyrinths to program, bring the family for a hike Albany Bulb . Nov. 16: Tilden Nature its fascinating volcanic past. This we could never do when you were Area. Nov. 23: San Pablo Bay Regional moderate 2-mile hike is sure to three years old! Shoreline, Lone Tree. Dec. 7: North delight! Dec. 19: MLK Shoreline Registration is required. Richmond Shoreline, Breuner Marsh. (Arrowhead Marsh Staging Area) Dec. 14: San Leandro Creek Regional Anna’s hummingbird. Photo by Lee Greengrass. Say hello to the migrating birds as Trail. we walk an easy 3-mile paved path along the waterfront.

13 = Register at www.ebparksonline.org = Disabled accessible program = Parking fee may be charged = Financial assistance is available = Kids Challenge program Register online: www.ebparksonline.org COMING SOON or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3 A Second Entrance at Point Pinole

n October 2010, the East Bay Regional Park District will begin Project Overview: IPhase I of a multi-phase project to build a second entrance area and Tree removal on an 8-acre section of this 2,300- other amenities at Point Pinole. The acre park will occur during 2010. Tree removal new entrance will be near the center is during non-nesting season on an area of park of the park’s eastern boundary at purchased in 1991 speciﬁ cally for this new access. Atlas Road, providing better access The park and trails will remain open during and more recreation opportunities to this time. Once trees are removed, this 8-acre our visitors. The main portion of the section of park will be closed to visitors during Phase I project includes constructing a construction of the bridge and parking area. All bridge over the railroad tracks, setting other park areas will remain open. Visitors may the stage for additional phases of park observe large trucks and equipment along Cooks improvements such as a parking lot, Point and Pinole Point trails. When completed, this picnic areas, and a future interpretive second entrance to the park will offer recreation center in this new location. The opportunities while protecting the natural values bridge will serve as both a vehicle and features of Point Pinole. bridge and ADA compliant pedestrian If you have questions about this project, please bridge. It will connect to the San refer to the District’s website – Francisco Bay Trail. The proposed www.ebparks.org/pointpinole – or contact Francisco project addresses the interests of Mariscal at 510-544-2307 or Point Pinole Park local residents and, when all phases Supervisor John Hitchen regarding the trail routes are complete, provides the access, at 510-237-6896. programs, trails, and improvements envisioned by our larger community while protecting the natural values and features of the park. Project dates: • October-December 2010 – tree removal of non-native eucalyptus, acacia trees, and Siberian elms, and placement of ﬁ ll dirt for construction of bridge and parking area. • Spring 2011-Fall 2012 – Construction of bridge and gravel parking area; installation of utilities to the Atlas Bridge Road area of the park. • After 2012 (future phases) – Construction of picnic areas, playground, and interpretive center as funds become available. Removal of a small area of non-native trees will set the stage for a new Funding: bridge and other planned amenities. Funds for Phase I are from the Park District’s Measure CC and WW bonds, the Contra Costa Transpor- tation Authority (CCTA), and funds derived from the City of Richmond for bridge construction.

Point Pinole during its heyday as an explosives manufacturing site. Today the park is a state historical landmark. A planned Visitor Center will interpret this past for park visitors.

14 Info–Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797; Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750; Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169; Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220; Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187; Middle Harbor: (510) 272-4802; Sunol: (510) 544-3249; Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 SWIM FACILITIES REGISTRATION INFORMATIONRegister online: www.ebparksonline.org LAKE ANZA or by phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, then 3 Tilden Regional Park NO Registration is required.–Many programs do not require registra- FEES: Fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. They may be paid Berkeley, CA 94708 (510) 843-2137 tion. Simply join the instructor at the location indicated in the program by pre-printed check, money order, VISA, Mastercard or in cash for walk-in registration. Non-resident fees apply to anyone living outside of Alameda CASTLE ROCK description. Call the phone number listed in the program descriptions if 1700 Castle Rock Road you need further information. or Contra Costa counties. Parking or park entrance fees may be charged Walnut Creek, CA 94598 IN-PARK REGISTRATION–For programs requiring registration at depending on program time and location. Ardenwood entrance fees vary 1-888-327-2757, option 3, park sites, call the number indicated in the description. Information will be depending on the event or activity. Confi rm all fees when registering for a ext. 4518 provided when you call. program. Many programs have fee assistance funds available for low-income CONTRA LOMA CENTRAL REGISTRATION–The course codes for programs that individuals and families. For information call the registration phone num- 1200 Frederickson Lane require central registration are printed next to course dates throughout bers listed at the bottom of the previous column. Antioch, CA 94509 this directory. Please refer to the instructions below for registration proce- CHECK ACCEPTANCE: Pre-printed checks are accepted for mail-in 1-888-327-2757, option 3, registration in the Central Reservations Offi ce until two weeks before the ext. 4518 dures for mail-in, walk-in, phone, or fax registration. ON-LINE: go to www.ebparksonline.org for Centrally regis- program takes place. Make checks payable to EBRPD. Programs registered CULL CANYON in the parks will accept checks up until the day of the program. Returned 18627 Cull Canyon Road tered programs. Castro Valley, CA 94552 MAIL-IN: Complete the registration form below and mail checks will be charged an additional $15 Returned Check charge. 1-888-327-2757, option 3, with your payment (pre-printed check or fi ll in the credit card CREDIT CARDS: ext. 4523 info on the mail-in form) to: East Bay Regional Park District, VISA and Mastercard are accepted for all fee programs except those that DEL VALLE Reservations Dept., P.O. Box 5381, Oakland, CA 94605-0381. are registered at a park. Call the phone number in program description for 7000 Del Valle Road WALK-IN: Come to the District Headquarters between info. Livermore, CA 94550 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. We are located 1-888-327-2757, option 3, at 2950 Peralta Oaks Court in Oakland, next door to the CANCELLATION POLICY: ext. 4524 Dunsmuir House and south of the Oakland Zoo off I-580. REFUNDS/TRANSFERS: Refunds or transfers will be processed for pro- DON CASTRO See map below. grams canceled because registration is below the minimum enrollment at 22400 Woodroe Ave. Hayward, CA 94541 BY FAX: Complete the registration form below and fax it to the cutoff date, or if a program is canceled due to inclement weather or in- 1-888-327-2757, option 3, FAX (510) 635-5502. Include all the necessary credit card informa- structor illness. Please allow up to three weeks for receipt of refund. If you ext. 4527 tion and sign to approve the charge. would prefer to transfer into another program or class and there is space QUARRY LAKES BY PHONE: Phone registration requires a VISA or available, your refund may be applied to the fee for that program or class. 2100 Isherwood Way Mastercard. The Reservations Offi ce is open between 8:30 IF YOU MUST CANCEL: For a full refund or credit toward another Fremont, CA 94535 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. program, you must call in your cancellation at least seven days prior 1-888-327-2757, option 3, and 4 p.m. on Fridays (closed weekends and holidays). Call to the class or program. Failure to notify the Reservations Offi ce at least ext. 4552 1-888-EBPARKS (327-2757) and select option 2, then 3. seven days in advance of the program date will result in forfeiture of ROBERTS POOL TDD: (510) 633-0460. program fees. 10570 Skyline Blvd. Oakland, CA 94619 (510) 482-6028 SHADOW CLIFFS 2500 Stanley Blvd. Pleasanton, CA 94566 1-888-327-2757, option 3, November-December 2010 Mail-in Registration Register Online: www.ebparks.org/webreg ext. 4557 LAKE TEMESCAL To reach the East Bay Regional Park District Make checks payable to: EBRPD 6502 Broadway Terrace Central Registrations offi ce: Attention: Reservations Oakland, CA 94610 2950 Peralta Oaks Court, or use 1-888-327-2757, option 3, From south or east of Oakland on I-580 P.O. Box 5381 ext. 4561 West, take the MacArthur/Foothill exit in Oakland, CA 94605-0381 MasterCard VISA FAX (510) 635-5502 VISITOR CENTERS San Leandro. Bear right onto Foothill; turn ARDENWOOD right on 106th Ave. and right again onto Name (parent or guardian if under 18) 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. Peralta Oaks Drive. Follow it to the end. Fremont, CA 94555-3645 From Oakland or north or west of Oakland Mail or FAX Address (510) 544-2797 on I-580 East, take the 106th Ave. exit in Amount $ BLACK DIAMOND MINES Oakland. Take the fi rst three left turns; this Expiration date 5175 Somersville Road will put you on 106th Ave. From 106th, turn City Zip Antioch, CA 94509 right onto Peralta Oaks Drive and follow it ( ) ( ) (510) 544-2750 to the end. Day phone Night phone Authorized signature BOTANIC GARDEN Tilden Regional Park email address Berkeley, CA 94708 (510) 544-3169 COYOTE HILLS Participant’s Name Birthdate Class Title Code Date Fee 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd. Month/Day/Yr First Choice Fremont, CA 94555-3502 (510) 544-3220 Second Choice

CRAB COVE First Choice VISITOR CENTER 1252 McKay Avenue Second Choice Alameda, CA 94501-7805 (510) 544-3187 Day Camp Scholarship Fund—provides subsidized day camp experiences for inner-city youth. Optional) $1 DEL VALLE Subscribe to this publication (Regional in Nature) (Optional) $5 7000 Del Valle Road Submit additional registrations on an attached sheet Livermore, CA 94550 Total $ (510) 544-3249 GARIN Signature required ______Date ______1320 Garin Avenue Parent or guardian if under 18 Hayward, CA 94544-6822 (510) 544-3220 Please check here if you are disabled and in need of special accomodations SUNOL-OHLONE P.O. Box 82 (on Geary Road) How did you hear about our programs? TV Newspaper Visitor Center Radio Other Sunol, CA 94586 (510) 544-3249 TILDEN NATURE AREA Environmental Education Center (EEC) at Tilden Regional Park Berkeley, CA 94708 (510) 544-2233 11 = Register at www.ebparksonline.org = Disabled accessible program = Parking fee may be charged = Financial assistance is available = Kids Challenge program SIGN-UP FOR Celebrate the MEMBERSHIP Holiday Season TODAY ONLINE Victorian Style! WWW.REGIONALPARKS FOUNDATION.ORG

Christmas This FREE program: Includes online trails guide at Ardenwood and a collectible pin upon Challenge completion. Free T-shirts available Saturday & Sunday, December 4 & 5 while supplies last. 10 AM to 4 PM Register online at www.ebparks.org under the REMEMBER THE • Live Music • Yule Log Hunt TRAILS CHALLENGE logo. MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM • Visit Father Christmas • Cookie Baking Contest You will be able to print any WHEN PURCHASING YOUR • Make Holiday Crafts • And More . . . pages of the downloadable guidebook whenever you want HOLIDAY GIFTS! from your home computer. Fee: $8 adults East Bay $6 seniors 62+yrs JOINING IS EASIER $5 children 4+yrs A program of EBRPD in partnership with... THAN EVER! Regional Park District Free 3yrs and under Ardenwood Historic Farm Info: 510-544-2797 or 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont www.ebparks.org (Hwy 84, east of the Dumbarton Bridge) Free parking

CHRISTMAS FANTASY Tilden’s Historic East Bay Merry-Go-Round Regional Park District 2950 Peralta Oaks Court Nov. 20 to Dec. 23 Oakland, CA 94605-0381 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. www.ebparks.org • Holiday • Carolers lights • Santa Visits • Displays - bring a • Crafts camera! $2 a ride or $10 for a seven-ride booklet. Free parking. Info./driving directions: (510) 524-6773 or www.tildenparkmerrygoround.com