July–August 2015

Inside ...... Page Swim Lessons, Junior Lifeguards, and Junior Cadets ...... page 4 Photo: Michael Short Fishing Instruction ...... page 4 Pole Walking, Skills & Hikes .....page 5 Kayaking Opportunities ...... page 5 Cajun-Zydeco Music Festival ....page 6 4th of July at Ardenwood ...... page 6 Free Outdoor Movie ...... page 7 “Second Sundays Campfi re” at Big Break ...... page 7 Concert at the Cove ...... page 11 Twilight Walk at Tilden Nature Area ...... page 11 Little Farm Open House ...... page 11 Tyler Ranch Land Bank Tour ....page 13 Photo: ©2013 John Clare P. Photo: ©2013

See summer activities inside. Contents Adapting to the Drought WATER QUALITY Aquatics/Jr. Lifeguards ...... 4 A MESSAGE FROM GENERAL MANAGER ROBERT E. DOYLE AND THE DROUGHT Recreation Programs ...... 4-5

Ardenwood ...... 5-7 As California’s Dry conditions will also contribute to The drought is having a dramatic Big Break ...... 7 historic drought and increase the risk of fi re. One of effect on the Park District’s wears on, the East the most important drought-related 10 lakes, miles of shoreline, and Botanic Garden ...... 7 Bay Regional Park steps we’re taking is eliminating dry hundreds of creeks. Because of Black Diamond ...... 10 District is working fuels in the East Bay hills. Using funds warmer water temperatures and hard to protect our from Measure CC, our fi re prevention a lack of rain to fl ush out bacteria, Coyote Hills ...... 10 resources, conserve program focuses on removing we’re expecting an increase in Crab Cove ...... 10-11 water, and educate non-native plants from our hillside toxic algae, harmful bacteria, and the public how the parklands, where they pose an the parasite that causes swimmer’s Sunol ...... 11 drought is affecting extreme fi re threat to the densely itch at several locations. Tilden Nature Area ...... 12 our parklands and how we can all work populated cities nearby. At Lake Chabot, please keep pets together to save water. Other Regional Parks ...12-14 So far, thanks to Measure CC, park away from the lake due to a toxic Throughout the District’s 120,000 acres, crews are working along a 40-mile species of blue-green algae. If you Volunteer Programs ...... 14 we’re replacing some turf with native ridgeline that includes Tilden, Sibley, or your dog come in contact with Registration & Fees...... 15 grasses, permanently cutting irrigation Wildcat Canyon, Anthony Chabot, or ingest the lake water, wash by more than 25 percent, reducing Redwood, Leona and Point Pinole parks. thoroughly with soap and fresh Visitor Centers/ water, and see a doctor fi re hazards, closely monitoring water Measure CC funds have also allowed Swim Areas ...... 15 or veterinarian immediately quality and reaching out to visitors us to add fi re sprinklers at the historic if symptoms arise. about the importance of water carousel at Tilden, and make other conservation. We expect lake levels infrastructure improvements to keep Park District water quality to fall and water-quality issues, such our parks safe in what’s expected specialists regularly monitor as blue-green algae blooms, to increase to be an especially dry season. water quality throughout all due to these severely dry conditions District lakes and beaches. We hope you enjoy your time in our (see sidebar). There may be impacts The safety of our park visitors beautiful parks this summer, and join to recreation, especially in our lakes, is our most important concern. but we are doing everything possible us in saving water and protecting to keep our parks open. our open spaces!

General Information/Free Brochure 1-888-EBPARKS or 1-888-327-2757 Camping & Picnic Reservations ...... Volunteer Spotlight: Greens at Work ...... 1-888-327-2757 Naturalist & Recreation Tom and Jane Kelly of Berkeley used to transformed that segment of the Bay Programs ...... 1-888-327-2757 ride their bikes along the Bay Trail and Trail into one of the most scenic and TRS Relay for the revel in the rugged beauty of the bay well-tended in the East Bay. Hearing Impaired ...... 711 shoreline – except for the weeds. Website ...... www.ebparks.org They’ve formed a non-profi t, called “We used to say - ‘Why doesn’t Greens at Work, and are now co- someone do something about this?’ ” EBRPD Board of Directors sponsored by the California Native Tom Kelly said. “Then we got home Plant Society. The Kellys and their crew Whitney Dotson (President) ....Ward 1 one day and said, ‘Well, maybe that John Sutter ...... Ward 2 hold twice-monthly work parties and, Dennis Waespi ...... Ward 3 someone should be us.’ ” since the couple began the undertaking, Douglas Siden ...... Ward 4 So the Kellys got permission from the they’ve put in almost 3,500 hours Ayn Wieskamp ...... Ward 5 of volunteer work. Beverly Lane ...... Ward 6 staff at Point Isabel Regional Shoreline in Richmond to remove wild radish, Diane Burgis ...... Ward 7 “My wife and I are pretty hard-core broom, cape ivy and other weeds Robert E. Doyle ...... General Manager about our concern for nature. We along the Bay Trail and replace them want to make the habitat safe for all with plants native to that particular Visit www.ebparks.org for map the animals that live here,” Tom Kelly watershed, such as toyon and Artemisia. downloads, activity and event said. “To see the transformation information, and much more! That was seven years ago. The Kellys’ of this area has been spectacular. To learn more about volunteering with efforts have now grown to include Now it’s not only better for animals, the District, go to www.ebparks.org/ more than 1,000 volunteers who’ve but better for people, too.” about/getinvolved. Animals in Our Parks: Frogs Replacing Turf Health with Native Plants Matters They can also tell us a lot about Join the East Bay Regional Park District the state of our environment. in converting your lawn to native grass and ground cover. In response to the “Because they live in both aquatic East Bay drought, we are replacing much of and terrestrial environments, we Regional Park District our turf throughout the District with need to pay close attention to what AND native plants that require less water, happens to them,” said Matthew Photo: Steve Bobzien less fertilizer and less mowing. Here Graul, the District’s Chief of are a few plants we’re using that might Stewardship. “They’re barometers ARE PROUD PARTNERS A California red-legged frog work in your garden, too: IN 2015 WITH THE MUTUAL GOAL for the health of the environment.” OF PROMOTING HEALTH AND FITNESS. The melodious croaking of frogs is a • Blue grama grass (Bouteloua gracilis) The pristine upper reaches of familiar sound on summer evenings in is a great option if you live around Alameda Creek are a favorite East Bay parks. Our creeks and ponds Mt. Diablo or in a warmer part breeding spot for native amphibians. Kaiser are home to many amphibian species, of the East Bay. We can all help these sensitive including Pacifi c tree frogs and the Health Tips creatures survive the long, hot, • Sedges (Carex) are recommended rare western toads, foothill yellow- Swimming is a great way to stay in dry months by: for those in more coastal areas, such legged frogs, and the threatened as Berkeley, Alameda and Oakland. shape, reduce stress, lose weight, California red-legged frogs. • Keeping dogs out and cool off in the summer. The of Alameda Creek Our District biologists keep a Park District manages more than close eye on the health of these • Refraining from building rock a dozen places to swim, including native species, monitoring their dams, which prevent water beaches, lakes, lagoons, and pools reproduction from year to year, from fl owing downstream throughout Alameda and Contra studying how they cope with • Not swimming or wading Costa counties. drought, and keeping tabs on their in the creek If you and your family go swimming population counts. Frogs are an important part of our ecosystem • Hauling out trash. AaronPhoto: Arthur ©2012 this summer, remember a few because they eat millions of insects With your help, we can ensure these health and safety tips: and are prey for carnivores further rare, native frogs will be around for • Keep an eye on children at all times up the food chain. generations to come. • Make sure everyone in your family knows how to swim TRAIL TALK FROM BOB COOMBER • Wear waterproof sunscreen Coomber, also known as Four-Wheel • Drink plenty of water • Above: Turkey tangle fogfruit (Phyla Bob, is an expert hiker from his • Only swim when there’s nodifl ora), which has delicate white wheelchair. He lives in Livermore. a lifeguard on duty and lavender fl owers, is a favorite of bees and butterfl ies throughout • Never swim alone. the East Bay. hen summer’s heat gets and dozens of other wading birds Woverwhelming, I seek out the and ducks congregate in the marshes The best way to get rid of your sometimes foggy, cooler refuge of and along the shallow shoreline. lawn is by placing cardboard or our bayside parks and trails. Wandering over the many creeks old newspapers over the grass and in this area reminds me of how the covering it with 3 to 6 inches of mulch. My favorite, as a bird watcher and shoreline must have looked 150 By the end of summer, the grass should fan of a cooling breeze on a warm years ago. Thanks to restoration be dead and you can plant natives. afternoon? Martin Luther King Jr. efforts of the Park District and its Visit our Botanic Garden for more Regional Shoreline. I usually park many partners in San Francisco Bay’s ideas about native plant gardening, at the Tidewater Boating Center preservation effort, we can walk, or to talk to an expert for advice. on Tidewater Avenue, off High Street KAISER PERMANENTE IS A MAJOR SPONSOR run, or roll a good distance, keeping The garden is located in Tilden Park, in Oakland, and head south on the OF THE PARK DISTRICT’S 2015 TRAILS cool and sharing a lunch along the at Wildcat Canyon Road and South CHALLENGE. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT fl at, paved trail along the marsh. water with family or friends. th Park Drive and is celebrating its 75 GETTING IN SHAPE AND HEALTHY My delight factor is raised several I’m looking forward to sharing an anniversary. For more information, call LIFESTYLES, VISIT WWW.KP.ORG notches as I watch the black-necked afternoon with you and my feathered 510-544-3169 or go to www.ebparks. (YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE A MEMBER stilts, avocets, great blue herons, friends! See you on the trail! org/parks/tilden/botanic_garden. OF KAISER TO RECEIVE INFORMATION). Registration information – register SUMMERbeginning June PROGRAMS 2 FOR YOUTH www.ebparks.org/register or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 PARK’N IT DAY CAMP Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm Jul 13-17, Ardenwood #8763 Jul 27-31, Contra Loma #10382 ACA accredited. Recreation leaders, lifeguards, and naturalists provide caring supervision and an action-packed week of hik- ing, fi shing, swimming, arts & crafts, sports, and active fun in the great outdoors. Family Discount: 10% dis- count for registration of second child http://goo.gl/TngKU http://goo.gl/TngKU of same family; only applies when SWIM LESSONS JUNIOR LIFEGUARD both children register and pay in Swim Lessons are a great start to a Ready for fun and adventure? Our one transaction (either by phone or safe, fun summer. We offer a wide eight, one-week sessions pack loads online). Financial aid: www.ebparks. range of American Red Cross swim of lifeguarding skills and engaging ac- org/activities/daycamp#becas or call levels for ages 6 months to adult. The tivities. Each session has a different 888-327-2757, option 2. 5-12yrs. Contra Loma classes meet Mon/Wed theme but will always cover CPR, fi rst Registration is required. or Tues/Thurs for four weeks. The aid, and water rescue skills. Offered at Fee: $200 (non-res. $220) Roberts Pool classes meet Mon-Thurs fi ve facilities, this day camp meets from for two weeks. Sign up before classes 9am-4pm, Mon-Fri. Scholarships are RECREATION hands-on fi shing time in the lake. A valid Cali- are fi lled. Scholarships are available. available. Offered for ages 8-12. For fornia Fishing license is required for partici- For more info on dates, times, and more information on dates, themes, RIDGETOP SHUTTLE RUNS pants age 16 and older. Ages 12+yrs. (children 12-15yrs. require parent participation). class descriptions, visit www.eblife- curriculum, and more, visit www. Pleasanton Ridge Recreation staff Registration is required. guard.org/swimlessons. eblifeguard.org/juniorlifeguards. Sat, Jul 11, 8am #9853; 10am #9856 Fee: $19/adults, $15/child Sat, Jul 25, 8am #9858; 10am #9860 (non-res. $21/$17) Sat, Aug 8, 8am #9864; 10am #9865 Sat, Aug 22, 8am #9867; 10am #9869 BIKING BASICS One-way shuttle trips into the park for Various parks Recreation staff people who no longer have the ability 9am-noon, Sat Jul 25 #10076, Aug 15 for those big mileage hiking days. Shuttle #10044 takes you to 1 of 3 remote destinations Be road and trail ready. Learn to fi x your for a 4.66, 7, or 9.22 mile hike along the bike on the trail, route planning, and safe ridgetop back to the staging area. 8+yrs. riding practices. Then go on a 1.5-hour Registration is required. ride and practice your new skills. July 25: Fee: $10 (non-res. $12) Point Pinole. Aug. 15.: MLK, Jr. Shoreline. JUNIOR LIFEGUARD AIDE FLY-FISHING INTRODUCTION Learn on your own bicycle or borrow ours. Loaner bikes/helmets available upon advance Learn leadership, communication, and team building skills in the Junior Lifeguard Tilden Fish First! request: (510) 544-2554. 12+yrs. 7am-1pm, Sun, Jul 12 #9894; Aug 9 #9895 Aide program. Participants assist instructors and act as role models to young Registration is required. For the beginning angler. Spend three Junior Lifeguard participants by demonstrating and teaching skills as well as set- Fee: $12 (non-res. $14) ting up and leading activities as directed by the lead instructor. This is a great hours at Lake Anza practicing casting with a certifi ed fl y-casting instructor. Then ARCHERY – INTRODUCTION opportunity to get a foot in the door if you would like to be a lifeguard. Offered Roberts Redwood Bowmen for age 13-15. Applications are required for this program and due May 1. For more enjoy two and one-half hours of classroom instruction where you will be introduced 10am-noon, Sat, Jul 25 #8282; Aug 29 #8284 information regarding the Aide program and to receive an application, contact to knots, fl y selection, reading the water, 1:30-3:30pm, Sat, Jul 25 #8283; Aug 29 #8285 Katy Hornbeck at [email protected] or call 510-690-6625. and more. 12+yrs. 90-minutes of archery coaching and prac- Registration is required. tice at an outdoor range, all equipment Fee: $60 (non-res. $66) provided. Designed for the beginner, the INTRODUCTION TO FISHING class starts with 30-minutes of classroom instruction. 8+yrs. (adult supervision re- Quarry Lakes Recreation Staff quired for children ages 8-13yrs.). 8am-10am, Sat, July 18 #10101 Registration is required. Interested in learning one of America’s Fee: $50 (non-res. $56) favorite pastimes? This class is perfect for getting started with the sport of fi shing. EXPLORING LAKE CHABOT: Learn the basics including casting, knot BY BIKE & BY BOAT tying, gear and bait selection. Ages 16+yrs. Lake Chabot Recreation staff JUNIOR CADET require a valid California fi shing license. All 10am-3pm, Sat, Aug 8 #10112 If you’re too old for Junior Lifeguards or were in the Aide program and are now gear provided. Ages 5+yrs. (adult participa- Begin with a ride along the shoreline on both paved and dirt trails, returning to the looking for a physical and mental challenge, the Junior Cadet program is for you! tion required ages 5-15yrs). Registration is required. Marina for lunch (cost not included) and Under the supervision of a veteran lifeguard, Junior Cadets will complete long Fee: $19 (non-res. $21) time to play at the Outdoor Fitness Zone! distance swims and paddles, in-depth skill practice, training with the lifeguard FISHING – CATFISH BASICS Then relax on a scenic pontoon boat tour staff, lots of physical training, and gain skills that will help you become an EBRPD with local knowledge provided by the cap- Shadow Cliffs Recreation Staff tain! Loaner bikes/helmets available upon lifeguard. Offered for ages 14-18. Applications (required) are due June 1. For 6-8pm, Fri, Aug 21 #9882 advance request: (510) 544-2554. 12+yrs. more information and to receive an application, contact Aaron Roth at aroth@ Learn the basics of catfi shing including rig- Registration is required. ebparks.org4 Ardenwood: or call (510) 510-690-6624. 544-2797 • Big Break: (510) 544-3050 • Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750 • Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169ging, • Coyotknote tying, Hills: (510) bait 544-3220 and gear • Crab selection, Cove: (510) and 544-3187 • Sunol: (510) 544-3249 • Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 Fee: $38/adults, $32/child catfi sh habitat and behavior; followed by (non-res. $42/$36) PET FIRST AID & CPR torian farmhouse is listed on the National register beginning June 2 Lake Chabot Peter Pay Register of Historic Places and operated Registration information – 9am-1pm, Sat, Aug 15 #9650 as a museum of local history and Victorian www.ebparks.org/register or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 Save a pet’s life in an emergency, minimize life. Check for tickets at the Train Station. a pet’s trauma after injury and safely trans- Special tours for children 6 and under are port an injured pet to the veterinary clinic. offered Thursday and Fridays at 2:30pm, KAYAKING This program focuses on basic fi rst aid, in- Saturdays and Sundays at 11:30am. KAYAKING FOR FOLKS 50+ explore the calm waters of San Leandro cluding wounds, fractures, choking, cardiac ANIMAL FEEDING Big Break Recreation staff Bay by moonlight. Whether a beginner emergency and snake bites. Booklet and Ardenwood Interpretive Staff or novice kayaker, you will be sure to certifi cate included in fee. 12+yrs. 10am-2pm, Thu, Jul 9 #9872 3pm, Every Thu-Sun in Jul & Aug Learn kayaking skills with your peers at enjoy this leisurely paddle. Kayaks and Registration is required. Feed the pigs, check for eggs, and bring hay all associated safety gear provided. Fee: $45 (non-res. $51) a pace that is right for you. Learn pad- to the livestock. Learn the animals’ favorite dling techniques, equipment selection, Registration is required. foods as you help close the farm for the night. and safety guidelines in calm waters. Fee: $35 (non-res. $39) BUNNY LOVE Then practice what you have learned BIRDING BY KAYAK ARDENWOOD Ardenwood Interpretive Staff touring the Delta in a kayak. 50+yrs. Big Break Kevin Damstra & Rec. Staff 11:30am-noon, Sun, Jul 5, 12 & 12:30-1pm, Registration is required. 8:30-11am, Sat, Aug 15 #9883 Ardenwood is open Tues.-Sun. from Sat, Aug 1 & 1:30-2pm, Sat, Aug 29 Fee: $52 (non-res. $58) The waters and wetlands await with 10am-4pm. House tours are available If you love rabbits, hop on over! Why are DELTA MAMMALS KAYAK TRIP wonderful winged wonders! Join us as by reservation only (call 510-791-4196). their ears so big? Do they make a sound? Ask we paddle in search of our feathered Admission fees apply. For program and fee Big Break Kevin Damstra & Rec. Staff a friendly farmer all your bunny questions. 8:30-11am, Sat, Jul 18 #9880 friends. info: 510-544-2797, [email protected] HENS LAY EGGS Registration is required. 8+yrs. or www.ebparks.org. We aren’t the only mammals that enjoy Ardenwood Interpretive Staff spending time on land and in the water! Fee: $30 (non-res. $34) TRAIN RIDES 1-2pm, Sun, Jul 5 Join us as we kayak through the park look- DISCOVER KAYAKING Ardenwood Railroad Museum Bring the little ones to the farm to meet ing for clues of our mammalian cousins, IN THE BAY 10:15am - 3:30pm, Every Thu, Fri & Sun the chickens. We’ll listen to a story, see discovering what life is like on and off- MLK, Jr. Shoreline Recreation staff Climb aboard for a ride back in time to the what a hen’s feathers feel like, and search shore. 8+yrs. 11am-3pm, Sun, Aug 16 #10100 days when railroads connected the East the coop for eggs. Registration is required. Come out and learn how to kayak in Bay to the world. Check the daily schedule ICE-CREAM MAKING Fee: $30 (non-res. $34) the Oakland Estuary. Includes basic and meet the train at Ardenwood Station KAYAKING BIG BREAK trip planning and safety considerations, or Deer Park. Ardenwood Garcia/Scimeca 2-3pm, Sun Jul 5, 12 & 1:30-2:30pm, Sun, Big Break Kevin Damstra & Rec. Staff equipment and boat information, and PATTERSON HOUSE TOURS Aug 2, 16 Noon-2:30pm, Sat, Jul 18 #9874; Sat, paddle instruction specifi c to the Bay’s Ardenwood Patterson House Docents Learn how ice and salt helps make deli- Aug 15 #10164 dynamic environment including wind, Various times, Every Thu -Sun cious old-fashioned ice cream. Cranking Come ply the welcoming and wondrous tides and current. Rescue information Tour the beautifully-restored Patterson power from lots of kid will be needed to waters of the Delta on this beginner (and will be provided with optional practice House Museum. Discover its history on make this most popular dessert. up) kayak excursion. We’ll start off with time. Put newly acquired skills to the tours lead by docents dressed in 19th- dry land instruction, then paddle our test on a paddle around San Leandro century clothing. This Queen Anne Vic- steady and stable craft on a group explo- Bay. 12+yrs. ration of this lovely shoreline. 8+yrs. Registration is required. POLE WALKING Registration is required. Fee: $52 (non-res. $58) Fee: $30 (non-res. $34) FULL MOON KAYAK Poles help walkers & hikers improve endurance, posture, balance, confi dence, and KAYAKING – BROOKS ISLAND Big Break Kevin Damstra & Rec. Staff strength. All experience levels learn anatomically optimal techniques to achieve great- ADVENTUIRE 6-8:30pm, Sat, Aug 29 #9884 er skill and avoid joint stress or strain. Carefully select the class(es) that best suit your Brooks Island CCK As the sun dips over the horizon and physical ability. A variety of top quality poles are provided at all seminars. 10am-4pm, Sat, Jul 25 #9255; Aug 15 the full moon rises, we will glide past #9139; Oct 17 #9155 wetlands and wildlife. Watch with won- POLES: BASIC HIKING SKILLS est. Learn individualized strategies for 10am-4pm, Sun, Sep 13 #9151 der as the night comes alive and the day & TECHNIQUES improving your performance on varied This trip is a short paddle in stable, dou- drifts away. Roberts Jayah Faye Paley uphill and downhill trails. “Test drive” ble kayaks across sheltered bay water Registration is required. 8+yrs. 9am-1pm, Thu, Jul 16 #9902 different pole models; learn which fi t with spectacular views of San Francisco. Fee: $30 (non-res. $34) Morning seminar helps hikers learn you best (5 mile hike). Paddle along Brooks Island preserve KAYAK & BRUNCH TOUR poles, trail and body skills. Beginner to Registration is required. shoreline then come ashore to enjoy a MLK, Jr. Shoreline Recreation staff experienced hikers will learn tech- Fee: $48 (non-res. $54) naturalist guided, two-mile hike around 9am-1:30pm, Sun, Aug 30 #10141 niques without the additional time or POLES FOR BALANCE & the island which is normally closed to Join us for a kayak and dining adven- challenge of a practice hike. Uphill: Im- MAINTAINING MOBILITY visitors. Parking fee at Richmond Marina. ture on the Oakland Estuary! We will prove power, endurance, spine function. Temescal Jayah Faye Paley 14+yrs. embark on a 4 mile round trip paddle Downhill: Develop skills for feeling safer 10:30am-2:30pm, Thu, Aug 27 #9914 Registration is required. from the Tidewater Boating Center to and preserving joints - Save your knees! Easy-to-learn pole techniques and gentle Fee: $95 (non-res. $105) Quinn’s Lighthouse, a popular water- Registration is required. exercises empower people with mobility SUNSET PADDLE front dining destination in Oakland’s Fee: $39 (non-res. $43) challenges to maintain walking form, MLK, Jr. Shoreline Embarcadero District. Enjoy Sunday POLES: SKILLS & navigate everyday obstacles, reduce risk Sharol Nelson-Embry & Recreation staff brunch (cost not included in fee) before TECHNIQUES PLUS HIKE of falling, restore spine function, improve 6-9pm, Sat, Aug 1 #9837 making the return trip. 16+yrs. Redwood Jayah Faye Paley stamina and strengthen muscles that Relish the beauty of the sunset by kay- Registration is required. 9am-3:15pm, Sat, Aug 22 #10010 support weight bearing joints. Optional ak! We’ll set off just before sunset and Fee: $45 (non-res. $51) Experience everything in the BASIC lovely practice pole walk -1/3 mile. Spe- Hiking Skills & Techniques class plus cial equipment provided. enjoy a serenely-beautiful practice hike Registration is required. in the coolness of a Redwood for- Fee: $39 (non-res. $43)

= Register at www.ebparksonline.org = Disabled accessible program = Parking fee may be charged = Kids Challenge program = Healthy Parks Healthy People program 5 digestive abilities and why they are such an Registration information – register beginning June 2 RABBIT FOOD important animal to have on the farm. Ardenwood Christina Garcia www.ebparks.org/register or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 SATURDAY RAIL ADVENTURE 11:30am-noon, Sat, Jul 25 Ardenwood Railroad Museum Carrots, cucumbers or parsley? What CHORES FOR LITTLE FARMERS LOVELY LADIES CROQUET 11am-3:30 pm, Sat , Jul 18 foods from our garden do bunnies and kids Ardenwood Interpretive Staff Ardenwood Patterson House Volunteers All Aboard! Come take a relaxing ride on love best? Let’s do a taste test to fi nd out. 10:30-11am, Sat Jul 11 & Sat, Aug 1, 22, 29 1-3pm, Sun, July 12 & Aug 2 Ardenwood’s railroad. Special excursion Meet in the Vegetable Garden. Rise and shine! Lend a hand! We’ll start Social requirements did not always limit trains will take you around the fi elds and CADETTE NATURALIST: BATS! with a story before we prepare a morning Victorian ladies to watching sports from through the eucalyptus groves. Enjoy the Ardenwood Jenna Scimeca treat for the farm animals, clean a corral, the sidelines. Enjoy an entertaining ex- view as you learn about the history of the 7:30-9:30pm, Fri, Jul 31 #10163 and meet the sheep and goats. ample of a “very Victorian” croquet game farm and the railroad. Fee: All Day Pass $3/ Discover the amazing story of these fl ying played by our elegant volunteers. DIG AND DELVE person – ride as often as you like! mammals! Help conduct a bat survey while Ardenwood Christina Garcia BERRY PICKING WAKE UP THE FARM completing steps towards your Girl Scout 11am-noon, Sat, Jul 11 Ardenwood Interpretive Staff Ardenwood Interpretive Staff Night Owl badge. Adult participation re- Lend a hand planting seeds and turning 10:30-11:30am, Sun, Jul 12, Sat Jul 25 & 10:30-11am, Sat Jul 18, Sun Jul 19, 26 & Sun, quired. (Girl Scout Cadettes ages 11-14 only). compost in our heirloom vegetable garden. 11am-noon, Sun, Aug 9 Aug 2, 16, 23, 30 Registration is required. Learn vegetable fact and lore. If we’re Summer’s succulent blackberries are ready Rise and shine little farmers! Say “Good THERE’S GOLD IN THEM THAR HILLS! lucky, a few tender vegetables may be for picking! Bring your own berry basket morning!” to the sheep and goats and lend Ardenwood Jenna Scimeca ready to taste. and gather a bunch to take home for pies, a hand as we prepare their morning snack. 11am-noon, Sat, Aug 1 cobblers and other summertime treats. GORGEOUS GOATS THE LITTLE RED HEN The gold rush of 1849 brought thousands Ardenwood Interpretive Staff COOKING IN THE COUNTRY KITCHEN Ardenwood Christina Garcia of people to California. Miners, including 12:30-1:30pm, Sat Jul 11, 25 & 12:30- Ardenwood Interpretive Staff 11-11:30am, Sat, Jul 18, Sun, Jul 19, 26 Ardenwood’s George Patterson, came 1:30pm, Sun, Aug 2, 23 & noon-1pm, Sun, 11am-1pm, Sun, Jul 12, 19, 26, Aug 9, 23 Who will help mill some wheat into fl our? fl ooding in expecting to make easy money Aug 30 Take a tasty step back in time! Discover You will, after we read this classic tale and but discovered that it’s hard work! Come Let the little ones lend a hand giving our how to cook with a wood-burning stove meet the main character in the, er, feathers. learn how to pan for gold and shout “Eu- goats some much-needed exercise and and sample the special of the day, be it WONDERFUL WOOL reka!” when you strike it rich. grooming attention. See if your kids like savory or sweet. Pick up an historic recipe Ardenwood Christina Garcia GARDEN CHORES FOR KIDS working with our kids. to try at home. 12:30-1:30pm, Sat, Jul 18 Ardenwood Jenna Scimeca & Interp. Staff STILT WALKERS FROM MOO TO YOU Colder weather is just around the corner. 11am-noon, Sun, Aug 2 & Sat, Aug 22, 29 Ardenwood Christina Garcia Ardenwood Interpretive Staff Lend a hand carding fl eece from our fl ock as Our garden has been growing all summer. 1:30-2:30pm, Sat Jul 11 1-2pm, Sun, Jul 12 we trace the path from sheep to sweater. Lend a hand weeding, watering and plant- Want to be taller? Improve your balance? Is it one stomach or four? Become acquaint- ROPE MAKING & HAY HOISTING ing our healthy vegetables. Discover the Give stilts a try. It’s fun. ed with our quirky cows. Learn about their Ardenwood Interpretive Staff secrets of heirloom vegetables. We might 2-2:30pm, Sat, Jul 18 even taste a few! ARDENWOOD SPECIAL EVENTS Start by making rope the old-fashioned way – with our antique machine. Then see A program in partnership with . . . CAJUN-ZYDECO how rope plus a few pulleys make hoisting MUSIC FESTIVAL hay bales into the barn loft a cinch. PLAY WITH DOUGH Ardenwood Interpretive & Rec. Staff TRAILS CHALLENGE Ardenwood Christina Garcia 10am-7pm, Sat, Aug 15 Thousands of people Noon-1pm, Sun, Jul 19, 26 Ticket sales begin June 1 take the Trails Challenge, Experience the ancient art of breadmaking. Bring the family for a day fi lled with which challenges you to Sift fl our, knead the dough and shape your Photo: Allan Mendez Allan Photo: the best Cajun/Zydeco music, dancing, complete 5 featured trails very own pretzel that we will bake in the and delicious Southern and Cajun food. by Dec. 1. The discounted INDEPENDENCE DAY Visit the farm animals, shop specialty wood-burning stove. CELEBRATION “Trails Challenge” Mem- vendors and join dance lessons. Our WHEAT HARVESTING bership saves you money Ardenwood Interpretive Staff 18th Annual Festival features national Ardenwood Garcia/Vago on park fees; see website 10am-4pm, Sat, Jul 4 and local bands including Andre Thi- 1:30-2:30pm, Sun, Jul 19 & 26 for more information. The booklet Join us for a fun-fi lled community festi- erry. ADVANCE TICKETS: $20/adult Follow a plump wheat berry’s journey from features trails for all fi tness levels as val, 1900’s-style! Celebrate America’s (16+yrs.) and $5/child (4-15 years) will the farm’s fi eld to your table. You’ll bring well as tips for new trail users. Go 239th birthday with patriotic music be on sale through August 11 at www. in the sheaves of grain and thresh it to “green” by downloading the booklet – on the lawn and fi ddle music in the ebparksonline.org or 1-888-EBPARKS. separate the wheat from the chaff. Next print only what you need; hard copies farmyard. Enjoy classic games and races, DAY OF EVENT tickets at the gate: we’ll mill the grain into wholesome, stone- available for $10 (includes shipping). like nail-driving, egg-tosses, and more. $24/Adult (16+yrs.), $7/Child (4-15 ground fl our. With registration you will receive Bring a picnic and spend the day the years), Free for kids 3 years and under. TODDLER TIME instructions on how to download the old-fashioned way! FRIDAY NIGHTS @ THE MUSEUM Ardenwood Interpretive Staff guidebook and other program materi- Fee: $10/adults, $8/seniors (62+), $5 Ardenwood Patterson House 11-11:30am, Tue, July 21, 28 & Aug 11, 18 als. Get a FREE organic T-shirt (while children (4-17), under 4 years free. 6-9pm, Fri, Jul 17 Bring the tiny tots out for an exciting supplies last). A commemorative pin 30 YEARS OF ARDENWOOD! Looking for something to do on a Fri- morning at the farm. Each day we’ll meet will be sent in the fall (while supplies Ardenwood Interpretive Staff day night? Join us at the historic Patter- and learn all about a new animal friend last) once you complete the Chal- 10am-4pm, Sat, Jul 25 son House for a mix of live entertain- through stories, chores and fun. We’ll lenge. Kaiser Permanente is a major Say happy birthday to the farm! We’ll ment, local microbrew/wine tastings, meet rain or shine! July 21: Pigs. July 28: sponsor of this program. Registration commemorate the park’s 1985 grand and great food. Each Friday night, we Sheep. Aug. 11: Goats. Aug. 18: Chickens is required: www.regionalparksfoun- opening with fun farmyard activities. will unveil a new element of the house (1-4 yrs.) dation.org & click on “Events.” No See early pictures of the farm and meet museum before it is opened to rest phone registrations. people that worked to make Ardenwood of the public. Info: (510) 791-4196 or park a reality. Cake will be served at 1pm. [email protected] (21+yrs.)

6 Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797 • Big Break: (510) 544-3050 • Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750 • Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169 • Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220 • Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187 • Sunol: (510) 544-3249 • Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 THE ITSY BITSY SPIDER… TRASH TALK Registration information – register beginning June 2 Ardenwood Jenna Scimeca Big Break Ashley Grenier www.ebparks.org/register or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 10:30-11am, Sat, Aug 8 10am-noon, Sun, Jul 5 Went down the water spout and built a Did you know that July 5th is one of the beautiful web! Join us for a hike around the trashiest days of the year? We’ll “talk some MAMMALS OF THE MARSH BIRDS OF BIG BREAK farm to see where our littlest critters hide. trash” and head out on the trails to help Big Break Interpretive Staff Big Break Interpretive Staff Bring your magnifying glasses! beautify the park. 2-3pm, Sun, Jul 26 2-3pm, Sun, Aug 16 WAX: IT’S THE BEE’S KNEES! PLANT PARADISE Explore aquatic mammals: river otters, Fly on in to learn about birds. Their feath- beavers, minks and more. We’ll discover ers, beaks, talons, wings, and eggs share Ardenwood Jenna Scimeca Big Break Interpretive Staff the similarities, differences and adaptations stories of life on land, sea and sky. 11:30am-12:30pm, Sat, Aug 8 2-3pm, Sun, Jul 5 that enable them to call the Delta home. What’s the buzz about bees? Beeswax! Come discover the sights and smells of WETLANDS WONDERS This secretion of waxiness is important some of our stay-at-home and well-trav- OWL PELLET DISSECTION Big Break Interpretive Staff to both bees and humans. Illuminate your eled Delta plants. Big Break Interpretive Staff 2-3pm, Sat, Aug 22 mind as you make a candle and sample BIG BREAK LITTLES 2-3pm, Sun, Aug 2 Feel contours on cottonwood bark, listen Learn about the barn owl and their prey. for popping seed pods, and watch cattail Ardenwood’s honey. Big Break Ashley Grenier Pluck apart owl pellets to understand what seeds travel away in the wind as wetland CORN MOSAICS 10-11am, Mon, July 6 Aug 3 the prey tells about the predator. plants come to life at Big Break. Ardenwood Jenna Scimeca Bring the little ones to the park to dis- 11:30am-12:30pm, Sun, Aug 16 & 1:30- cover nature. In July we will be near the PLANKTON PARADISE FRESHWATER FISH FINDER 2:30pm, Sun, Aug 23 visitor center and August at the slough. Big Break Interpretive Staff Big Break Interpretive Staff Learn how to turn our freshly-harvested Parent/caregiver participation required. 2-3pm, Sat, Aug 8 2-3pm, Sun, Aug 30 Indian corn into a fun craft for the whole GIRL SCOUT CADETTES Plankton are the food foundation for our Fins, gills, and scales tell us much about the family! Use the rainbow of colored kernels NIGHT OWL Delta ecosystem. Collect and identify some qualities of our local fi sh. Hook into some to see how that foundation is holding up. facts about our spectacular aquatic friends! to make your own mosaic. Big Break Ashley Grenier 8-9pm, Tue, Jul 7 #9891 BIG BREAK Take steps to earn your Night Owl badge. REGIONAL PARKS BOTANIC GARDEN We’ll walk around the park after the sun Big Break Visitor Center at the Delta is sets and explore all things nocturnal. open Wed-Sun, 10am to 4pm. For informa- Registration is required. tion call 510-544-3050, or email BigBreak- SUNNY SIDE UP! [email protected]. Big Break Interpretive Staff DELTA DISCOVERIES 2-3pm, Sat, Jul 11 Big Break Interpretive Staff Join us as we build a miniature solar oven 11am-2pm, every Sat & Sun and explore the mysteries of the great, Discover the wonders of the Delta glowing orb in the sky: our sun! through hands-on arts and crafts activi- SECOND SUNDAYS CAMPFIRE Photo: Stephen Joseph ties! Each week we will explore different Big Break Kevin Damstra wetland wonders. 6:30-8pm, Sun, Jul 12, Aug 9 The Botanic Garden is open 8:30am- beautiful, naturalistic 10-acre Regional TESTING THE WATER Gather the family for an evening in the 5pm. It is located in Tilden Regional Park Parks Botanic Garden. Except for New Big Break Interpretive Staff park! Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy before on Wildcat Canyon Road between Anza Year’s Day, Thanksgiving & Christmas, 9-10am, every Sat & Sun the festivities begin! We’ll explore the View Road and South Park Drive, Berke- the Botanic Garden is open 8:30am-5pm Track the health of the Delta! Using state of wonders of Big Break through activities and ley, CA 94701. Info: 510-544-3169. See (main gate closes at 5pm; west gate at the art instruments, we’ll test for dissolved a family campfi re (and S’mores of course!). www.nativeplants.org for class and regis- 4:30pm). Info: nativeplants.org/directions. oxygen, pH, conductivity, and more. Our BROWNIE NATURALIST: BUGS! tration information. We celebrate the html. 510-544-3169 or email bgarden@ results go into a regional database for use by Big Break Ashley Grenier Regional Parks Botanic Garden’s ebparks.org . researchers, scientists and water managers. 10-11:30am, Tue, Jul 14 #9889 75th anniversary Saturday, Aug. 29. THURSDAY MORNING PICTURE PARKS, Brownie Scouts, gather together to ex- Sign up for our e-newsletter at www. PLANT SALE PATRIOTIC PEOPLE plore the wonderful world of insects while nativeplants.org/email.html to receive When the Botanic Garden is open and Big Break Interpretive Staff earning your Bugs Badge. We’ll search high announcements of events and classes. it’s not pouring rain, volunteers usually 1-4pm, Sat, Jul 4 and low for these little creatures. Adult DOCENT-GUIDED GARDEN TOURS sell California native plants on Thursday Get the family outside for an exploration. participation required. Botanic Garden Visitor Center mornings 9am-11am in July and August at Discover the communities within the park Registration is required. 2pm Saturdays the potting shed (the Juniper Lodge). Park on this photo scavenger hunt. COFFEE TALK & DELTA NEWS 11am & 2pm Sundays on Anza View Road and enter via west Big Break Kevin Damstra Learn about California native plants gate. Sales will end in September to gear 8:30-9am, Wed, Jul 15, Aug 19 on free, docent-guided tours at the up for October 3 Fall Native Plant Sale. FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT! From tunnels to research projects and farm- Ardenwood Recreation Staff ing to fi sh stocks, the Delta is in the news. 8-10pm, Sat, Aug 22 Stop by on the third Wednesday of each CLASSES THROUGH THE FRIENDS Join us for a FREE family-oriented month for coffee and to discuss the science OF REGIONAL PARKS BOTANIC GARDEN movie, the 1999 animation adven- and events that are shaping the Delta. Advance registration is required for all classes (drop-in not permitted): http://native- ture-comedy “Stuart Little”, rated OUR HISTORIC BIG BREAK plants.org/events.html. Info: [email protected] for all audiences. The movie begins at Big Break Interpretive Staff MAKE A PAIUTE WATER BOTTLE FERNS OF CALIFORNIA 8pm. Arrive early to enjoy pre-mov- 2-3pm, Sat, Jul 18 Botanic Garden Charles Kennard Botanic Garden Glenn Keator ie entertainment. Bring a fl ashlight, Come discover some of our fascinating 9:30am-3:30pm, Sat, Aug 1 10am-3pm, Sat, Aug 22 warm clothes, and a blanket or chair. shoreline history. We’ll explore everything BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION Snacks and drinks for sale. No pets. from fl oods to asparagus, 49ers to rivers, Info & Registration for all classes: http:// Rain cancels. Info: (510) 544-2554. and clamshells to fl owerpots. Botanic Garden Lee McCaffree nativeplants.org/events.html Time to be announced, Sat, Aug 15

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July 10 Ardenwood: Wake Up The Farm, Saturday Crab Cove: Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding July 2015 Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Rail Adventure, The Little Red Hen, Time SMTWTF S Tours, Animal Feeding Patterson House Tours, Wonderful Wool, Del Valle: Patio Nature Programs, Scenic Castle Rock: Leaders in Training Animal Feeding Boat Tour, Del Valle Campfi re Big Break: Delta Mammals Kayak Trip, Garin: Family Fun! 1234 Crab Cove: Concert at the Cove Tilden Nature Area: Camp of the Wild Testing The Water, Delta Discoveries, Pleasanton Ridge: Ridgetop Shuttle Runs Kayaking Big Break: Our Historic Big Point Pinole: Biking Basics 567891011 July 11 Anthony Chabot: Campfi re Program Break Roberts: Archery Introduction Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours, Bat Sunol: Sunol Stewards Stamp Out 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Ardenwood: Chores For Little Farmers, Dig And Delve, Patterson House Tours, Monitoring Stinkwort, Outdoor Discoveries Coyote Hills: Family Fun Hour Tilden Nature Area: Kids Garden Buffet, Up 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Gorgeous Goats, Stilt Walkers, Animal Feeding Crab Cove: Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Close and Personal Time July 26 26 27 28 29 30 31 Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta Discoveries, Sunny Side Up! Del Valle: Patio Nature Programs, Scenic Ardenwood: Train Rides, Wake Up Black Diamond: Mine Open House Boat Tour, Del Valle Campfi re The Farm, Cooking In The Country Coyote Hills: Family Fun Hour, Ohlone Garin: Crafting Nature Kitchen, The Little Red Hen, Patterson July 2 Village Site Tour Leona Canyon: Saturday Stroll House Tours, Play With Dough, Wheat Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Crab Cove: Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Pleasanton Ridge: Tyler Ranch Van Tour Harvesting, Animal Feeding Tours, Animal Feeding Time Quarry Lakes: Introduction to Fishing Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta July 3 Del Valle: Patio Nature Programs, Boat Redwood: Canine Capers - Dog Walk Discoveries, Mammals of the Marsh Tilden Nature Area: Summer Garden Work Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Tour, Del Valle Campfi re Black Diamond: Stickers, Stingers, and Garin: Family Fun! Party Scratchers, Hazel Atlas Mine Tours Tours, Animal Feeding Tilden Nature Area: Flutter By, Butterfl ies! July 4 Pleasanton Ridge: Ridgetop Shuttle Runs Coyote Hills: Family Fun Hour, Family Redwood: Saturday Stroll July 19 Nature Fun Anthony Chabot: Campfi re Program Sunol: Women on Common Ground Ardenwood: Train Rides, Wake Up Crab Cove: Fish Feeding Time Ardenwood: Independence Day Celebration Tilden Nature Area: Birding Basics, Chicken The Farm, Cooking In The Country Del Valle: Scenic Boat Tour, Campground Big Break: Testing The Water, Picture Parks, Roundup Kitchen, The Little Red Hen, Patterson Family Adventures Patriotic People July 12 House Tours, Play With Dough, Wheat Garin: Shady Summer Hike, Reptiles Rock Coyote Hills: Families on Foot, Family Fun Ardenwood: Train Rides, Berry Picking, Harvesting, Animal Feeding Lake Temescal: Sunday Stroll Hour Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta Sunol: Sunol Critter Dinner Crab Cove: Alameda 4th of July Parade, Cooking In The Country Kitchen, Bunny Love, Patterson House Tours, From Moo Discoveries Tilden Nature Area: Underwater Nymphs, 4th of July Open House and Anniversary, Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours, Bat Bug Rodeo Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Time To You, Ice-Cream Making, Lovely Ladies Croquet, Animal Feeding Monitoring Tyler Ranch: Land Bank Tour: Tyler Ranch Del Valle: Patio Nature Programs, Scenic Briones: Insect Search July 27-31 Boat Tour, Del Valle Campfi re Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta Discoveries, Second Sundays Campfi re Coyote Hills: Ohlone Village Site Tour, Contra Loma: Park’n It Day Camp Garin: July 4th Weekend Fun! Family Fun Hour Tilden Nature Area: Little Farm Open Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours July 28 Briones: Evening Walk Crab Cove: Sun-Day Solar Oven Cooking, House Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Time Ardenwood: Toddler Time: Sheep July 5 Coyote Hills: Birding 4 Different Habitats, Miller/Knox: The Over-The-Hills-Gang Family Fun Hour Del Valle: Scenic Boat Tour Ardenwood: Train Rides, Bunny Love, Garin: Family Fun! Oyster Bay: Hikes for Tykes Crab Cove: National Ice Cream Day, Family July 30 Patterson House Tours, Hens Lay Eggs, Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Time Tilden Nature Area: Meet the Reptiles, Ice-Cream Making, Animal Feeding Del Valle: Campground Family Adventures, Close the Farm, Twilight Walk Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Big Break: Testing The Water, Trash Talk, Scenic Boat Tour July 21 Tours, Animal Feeding Delta Discoveries, Plant Paradise Garin: Crafting Nature Ardenwood: Toddler Time: Pigs July 31 Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours Sunol: Critter Dinner Big Break: Tuesday Twilights Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson Coyote Hills: Ohlone Village Life, Family Fun Tilden: Fly-Fishing Introduction Crab Cove: Sea Squirts House Tours, Animal Feeding, Cadette Hour Tilden Nature Area: Spider Safari, Close the July 23 Naturalist: Bats! Crab Cove: 4th of July Open House and Farm Tilden Nature Area: Tilden Little Farm Anniversary, Family Nature Fun, Fish Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House July 13-17 Tours, Animal Feeding Camp Feeding Time August 1 Del Valle: Campground Family Adventures, Ardenwood: Park’n It Day Camp Coyote Hills: Kids Camp Scenic Boat Tour July 14 Sunol: Outdoor Discoveries Anthony Chabot: Campfi re Program Garin: July 4th Weekend Fun! Big Break: Brownie Naturalist July 24 Ardenwood: Chores For Little Farmers, Tilden Nature Area: Meet the Reptiles, Brushy Peak: Tuesday Twilights Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House There’s Gold In Them Thar Hills!, Insect Investigation, Farm Chores for Kids Sibley: Hikes for Tykes Tours, Animal Feeding Patterson House Tours, Bunny Love, Old- July 6 July 15 Castle Rock: Leaders in Training Fashioned Fun, Animal Feeding Tilden Nature Area: Tilden Little Farm Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta Big Break: Big Break Littles Big Break: Coffee Talk & Delta News Discoveries Coyote Hills: Coyote Cubs July 16 Camp, Tilden Attractions Hike July 25 Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours July 7 Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Briones: Guided Trails Challenge Hikes Big Break: Girl Scout Cadettes Night Owl Tours, Animal Feeding Anthony Chabot: Campfi re Program Coyote Hills: Families on Foot, Family Fun Hour Crab Cove: Sea Squirts Roberts: Poles: Basic Hiking Skills & Ardenwood: 30 Years Of Ardenwood: Berry Crab Cove: Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Hayward Shoreline: Tuesday Twilights Techniques Picking, Rabbit Food, Patterson House Time Tilden Nature Area: Tilden Tots July 1July 15 Tours, Gorgeous Goats, Old-Fashioned Del Valle: Scenic Boat Tour, Del Valle Fun, Stilt Walkers, Animal Feeding July 9 Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Campfi re Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta Garin: Bird Walk, Reptiles Rock Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Tours, Animal Feeding, Friday Nights @ Discoveries Tours, Animal Feeding The Museum MLK, Jr. Shoreline: Sunset Paddle Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours Redwood: Healthy Hikes Big Break: Kayaking for Folks 50+ Miller/Knox: Leaders in Training Brooks Island: Kayaking - Brooks Island Del Valle: Outdoor Discoveries Tilden Nature Area: Camp of the Wild Adventure August 2 July 18 Coyote Hills: Sunrise Photography, Nectar Ardenwood: Train Rides, Wake Up The Anthony Chabot: Campfi re Program Garden Fun Day, Family Fun Hour Farm, Garden Chores For Kids, Patterson 8 Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797 • Big Break: (510) 544-3050 • Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750 • Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169 • Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220 • Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187 • Sunol:House (510) 544-3249Tours, Gorgeous• Tilden Nature Goats, Area: (510) Lovely 544-2233 Registration information – register beginning June 2 East Bay www.ebparks.org/registerEast Bay or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 Regional Park District Regional Park District Calendar www.ebparks.org www.ebparks.org

Ladies Croquet, Ice-Cream Making, August 11 August 22 August 2015 Animal Feeding Ardenwood: Toddler Time: Goats Anthony Chabot: Campfi re Program Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta Del Valle: Tuesday Twilights Ardenwood: Chores For Little Farmers, SMTWTF S Discoveries, Owl Pellet Dissection MLK, Jr. Shoreline: Hikes for Tykes Garden Chores For Kids, Patterson Black Diamond: Seaside Escape, Hazel Atlas August 13 House Tours, Old-Fashioned Fun, Animal 1 Mine Tours Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Feeding, Free Outdoor Movie! Coyote Hills: Ohlone Village Life, Family Fun Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta Tours, Animal Feeding 2345678 Hour Del Valle: Outdoor Discoveries Discoveries, Wetlands Wonders Crab Cove: Stepping Stones, Family Nature August 14 Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours Fun, Fish Feeding Time Contra Loma: Contra Loma Mornings -- 9 101112131415 Del Valle: Women on Common Ground, Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Reptiles, Amphibians Scenic Boat Tour Tours, Animal Feeding Coyote Hills: Family Fun Hour 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Garin: Family Fun! Crockett Hills: Crockett Hills Hike Crab Cove: Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Tilden Nature Area: Trailing an Imaginary Crab Cove: Concert at the Cove Time 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Beast, Out in the Tules Tilden Nature Area: Tilden Little Farm Del Valle: Scenic Boat Tour, Del Valle August 3 Camp Campfi res 31 31 August 15 Big Break: Big Break Littles Garin: Family Fun! Coyote Hills: Coyote Cubs Anthony Chabot: Campfi re Program Pleasanton Ridge: Ridgetop Shuttle Runs August 29 August 4 Ardenwood: 19th Annual Cajun-Zydeco Redwood: Poles: Skills & Techniques Plus Anthony Chabot: Campfi re, Full Moon Over Music Festival Hike Crab Cove: Sea Squirts Bort Meadow Big Break: Birding by Kayak, Testing The Tilden Nature Area: Nature Area Ardenwood: Chores For Little Farmers, Las Trampas: Tuesday Twilights Water, Delta Discoveries, Kayaking Big Storytime, Rabbit Rendezvous August 6 Garden Chores For Kids, Patterson House Break August 23 Tours, Bunny Love, Animal Feeding Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours Ardenwood: Train Rides, Wake Up The Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta Tours, Animal Feeding Brooks Island: Kayaking - Brooks Island Farm, Cooking In The Country Kitchen, Discoveries, Full Moon Kayak Big Break August 7 Adventure Patterson House Tours, Gorgeous Goats, Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Coyote Hills: Canine Capers - Dog Walk, Corn Mosaics, Animal Feeding Contra Loma: Contra Loma Mornings -- Tours, Animal Feeding Nectar Garden Fun Day, Family Fun Hour Big Break: Beat the Heat, Testing The Birds Tilden Nature Area: Tilden Little Farm Crab Cove: Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Water, Delta Discoveries Coyote Hills: Knap-In, Family Fun Hour Camp Time Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours Crab Cove: Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding August 8 Del Valle: Boat Tour, Del Valle Campfi re Coyote Hills: Family Fun Hour Time Garin: Crafting Nature Anthony Chabot: Campfi re Program Crab Cove: Songs and Stories by the Shore, Del Valle: Boat Tour, Campfi re Hayward Shoreline: Saturday Stroll Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Time Roberts: Archery Introduction Ardenwood: The Itsy Bitsy Spider, Patterson Lake Chabot: Pet First Aid & CPR House Tours, Wax: It’s The Bees Knees!, Del Valle: Scenic Boat Tour Tilden Nature Area: Working With Wool MLK, Jr. Shoreline: Biking Basics Don Castro: Hike to Cull Canyon August 30 Old-Fashioned Fun, Animal Feeding Tilden: Canine Capers Lake Anza Dog Hike Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta Garin: Crafting Nature Ardenwood: Train Rides, Wake Up The Tilden Nature Area: Chicken Roundup Martinez Shoreline: Nature Explorers Discoveries, Plankton Paradise August 16 Farm, Patterson House Tours, Gorgeous Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours Redwood: Sunrise on the Serpentine Goats, Animal Feeding Coyote Hills: Volunteer Day: Ohlone Ardenwood: Wake Up The Farm, Corn Sunol: Critter Dinner Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta Village, Family Fun Hour Mosaics, Patterson House Tours, Ice- Tilden Nature Area: The Chicken or the Discoveries, Freshwater Fish Finder Crab Cove: Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Cream Making, Animal Feeding Egg?, Snakes Alive! Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours Time Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta August 25 Coyote Hills: Knap-In, Family Fun Hour Del Valle: Scenic Boat Tour, Campfi re Discoveries, Birds of Big Break Del Valle: Tuesday Twilights Crab Cove: Early Morning Mudfl at Finds, Garin: Family Fun! Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours, Bat Point Pinole: The Over-The-Hills-Gang Sunday Stroll, Family Nature Fun, Fish Lake Chabot: Exploring by Bike and by Boat Monitoring Redwood: Hikes for Tykes Feeding Time Pleasanton Ridge: Ridgetop Shuttle Runs Coyote Hills: Family Fun Hour, Sunset Hike August 27 Del Valle: Boat Tour, Bat Watch! Tilden Nature Area: “Fishy Tales, Fishy Crab Cove: Fabulous Fish, Family Nature Garin: Family Fun! Fun, Fish Feeding Time Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Facts” Tours, Animal Feeding MLK, Jr. Shoreline: Kayak & Brunch Tour Wildcat Canyon: Guided Trails Challenge Del Valle: Scenic Boat Tour Martinez Shoreline: Nature Explorers Garin: Family Fun! Temescal: Poles for Balance & Mobility Hikes August 28 Tilden Nature Area: Wherefore Art Thou, August 9 MLK, Jr. Shoreline: Discover Kayaking Jewel Lake?, Arachnophilia Sunol: Sunol Stewards Stamp Out Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Ardenwood: Train Rides, Cooking In The Stinkwort, Women on Common Ground Tours, Animal Feeding Country Kitchen, Berry Picking, Patterson Tilden Nature Area: Signs Animals Leave House Tours, Old-Fashioned Fun, Animal Behind, Mammals R Us Feeding August 18 Big Break: Testing The Water, Delta BIRDWALKS Discoveries, Second Sundays Campfi re Ardenwood: Toddler Time: Chickens Black Diamond: Hazel Atlas Mine Tours Crab Cove: Sea Squirts BIRDING BY KAYAK, Big Break, 8:30- WHAT’S YOUR WINGSPAN?, Briones: A Taste of Briones Garin: Weekday Bird Walk 11am, Sat, Aug 15, page 5. Del Valle, noon-1pm, Sat, July 4, page 13. Coyote Hills: Ohlone Village Site Tour, Tilden Nature Area: Tilden Tots Family Fun Hour August 19 BIRDS OF BIG BREAK, Big Break, BIRD WALK, Garin, 8-10am, Sat, Aug 1, Crab Cove: Family Nature Fun, Fish Feeding Big Break: Coffee Talk & Delta News 2-3pm, Sun, Aug 16, page 7. page 14. Time August 20 BIRDING 4 DIFFERENT HABITATS, WEEKDAY BIRD WALK, Garin/Dry Del Valle: Scenic Boat Tour Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House Coyote Hills, 8:30-10:30am, Sun, Jul 12, Creek, 7:30-9:30am, Tue, Aug 18, page 14. Garin: Crafting Nature Tours, Animal Feeding page 10. CONTRA LOMA MORNINGS – Sunol: Sunol Critter Dinner August 21 Tilden: Fly-Fishing Introduction BIRDING BASICS, Tilden Nature Area, BIRDS, Contra Loma, 8-9:30am, Sat, Tilden Nature Area: To the Peak and Back!, Ardenwood: Train Rides, Patterson House 10:30am-noon, Sat, Jul 11, page 11. Aug 29, page 14. Some Trees I Have Known Tours, Animal Feeding Shadow Cliffs: Fishing - Catfi sh Basics

= Register at www.ebparksonline.org = Disabled accessible program = Parking fee may be charged = Kids Challenge program = Healthy Parks Healthy People program 9 BIRDING FOUR DIFFERENT HABITATS VOLUNTEER DAY: Registration information – register beginning June 2 Coyote Hills Francis Mendoza OHLONE VILLAGE SITE www.ebparks.org/register or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 8:30-10:30am, Sun, Jul 12 Coyote Hills Kristina Parkison Explore this birding hotspot as we look 9-11am, Sat, Aug 8 #9974 BAT MONITORING for ducks, songbirds and raptors in oak Learn about Ohlone cultures, as we help Black Diamond Interpretive Staff woodland, freshwater marsh, chaparral and care for a more than 2,000-year-old village 7:15-9:45pm, Sat, Jul 18 #9841 grassland habitats. All levels of experience site. Volunteer to clean, weed and renew Sun, Jul 19 #9844 welcome. Meet at the fl ag pole. 14+yrs. the structures and area. We’ll provide 6:45-9:15pm, Sun, Aug 16 #9846 KIDS CAMP: snacks, water, gloves, tools and a presenta- Has our little bat colony grown this year? STONE AGE TIME TRAVELERS tion about the village site’s historical and cultural signifi cance. 12+yrs. Find out as we hike up a chaparral-covered Coyote Hills Dino Labiste & Staff Registration is required. canyon at dusk and wait outside the Hazel- 9am-3pm, Mon-Thu, Jul 20-23 #10139 Atlas mine to quietly count their numbers Practice skills once needed to survive SUNSET HIKE Photo: Hillary Van Austen using detection equipment. 8+yrs. everyday life in the ancient wilds. Learn to Coyote Hills Francis Mendoza Registration is required. create shelter, fi re, rope and tools. Dis- 6:30-8:30pm, Sun, Aug 16 BEAT THE HEAT SEASIDE ESCAPE cover edible and useful plants. Play games Look for signs of wildlife and watch the sun Big Break Ashley Grenier Black Diamond Eddie Willis of the past and visit an Ohlone Village site. set over the bay on this easy 2-mile hike. 8:30-10:30am, Sun, Aug 23 9:30am-noon, Sun, Aug 2 #9852 Embark on a fun-fi lled, adventurous Stone Meet at the parking lot at the corner of Join us early to beat the summer’s Ignore the heat. We’ll delve into a cool un- Age journey. 9-13yrs. Paseo Padre Pkwy. and Patterson Ranch heat! We’ll stroll along the water’s derground world to check out an ancient Registration is required. Road. 8+yrs. edge on a beautiful morning. subtropical seabed and explore some of Fee: $200 (non-res $220) the hidden history of these hills. 7+yrs. SUNRISE PHOTOGRAPHY CRAB COVE Registration is required. Coyote Hills Kristina Parkison/Don Jedlovec BLACK DIAMOND Fee: $5 (non-res. $7) 5-7am, Sat, Jul 25 Crab Cove Visitor Center hours are Wed.- Take advantage of this rare opportunity Sun. 10am-5pm. The gift shop has books, Greathouse Visitor Center is open week- COYOTE HILLS to see the beauty and diversity of Coyote t-shirts, and other nature-related items ends 10am to 4:30pm. Stop by Sidney Flat Hills at sunrise! Watch the wildlife as one for sale. For information about programs Visitor Center weekdays. For information Coyote Hills Visitor Center is open “shift” clocks out and the other begins! or other activities, call (510) 544-3187, or call (510) 544-2750, or email bdvisit@ Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm For 12+yrs. email [email protected]. ebparks.org. Programs meet in parking lot information call 510-544-3220, or email NECTAR GARDEN FUN DAY FAMILY NATURE FUN TIME at south end of Somersville Road unless [email protected]. Coyote Hills Interpretive Staff Crab Cove Interpretive Staff otherwise noted. Parking fee: $5. FAMILY FUN HOUR 1-3pm, Sat, Jul 25, Aug 15 2-3pm, Every Sat & Sun, Jul & Aug HAZEL-ATLAS Coyote Hills Interpretive Staff Come face-to-face with a caterpillar, The tides roll in and out making each day SILICA-SAND MINE TOUR 2-3pm, every Saturday & Sunday chrysalis, or butterfl y during this drop-in a chance to discover something new. Our Black Diamond Interpretive Staff Get to know the natural world around program. Make a butterfl y-themed gift, pond is bursting with bird life, turtles and Various times, weekends, Mar-Nov you! Stories, games, and fun activities are and learn how to garden with plants that dragonfl ies. Come explore with us and July 4 Delve into the cavernous underground on suitable for the whole family. 5+yrs. : attract butterfl ies. have fun with family-friendly activities. July 5 July 4 & 5 July 11 & 12 a guided tour and discover its history and Old-Fashioned Games. : Caterpillar : Nature Games. : July 11 July 18 & 19 geology. Ninety-minute reservation tours and Chrysalis. : Summer Snakes. Things That Fly. : Colors of July 12 July 18: July 25 & 26 are offered at 11am and 2pm, weekends : Owl Pellet Dissection. Nature. : Wonderful Whales. July 19 COYOTE CUBS Aug. 1 & 2 Aug. through November. A 10am tour is avail- Marsh Critters. : Worm Compost- : Lost on a Desert Island. July 25 July 26 8 & 9 Aug. 15 & able to groups of ten or more on week- ing. : Butterfl ies. : Geology Coyote Hills Francis Mendoza & : Fun with Food Chains. Aug. 1 Aug. 2 16 Aug. 22 & 23 ends (not available for on-line registration.) Rocks! : Bird Adaptations. : Interpretive Staff : Butterfl ies and Bugs. : Aug. 8 Aug. 9 Aug. 29 & 30 First-come, fi rst-served tours are offered Ohlone Games. : Reptiles. : 10:30-11:30am, Wed, Jul 6 & Aug 3 Compass Connection. : Aug. 15 at noon and 3pm. 7+yrs. Nectar Garden Tour. : Butterfl ies. Get your preschooler out and into Seaweed Science. Aug. 16 Aug. Registration is required. : Who Eats Whom, Mr. Fox? nature! We’ll play games, explore FISH FEEDING TIME 22 Aug. 23 Fee: $5 : Animal Tracking. : Nature the park, and do a craft related to Crab Cove Interpretive Staff Aug. 29 the theme of the day. Parent/Care- STICKERS, STINGERS, Journals. : Animal Adaptations. 3-3:30pm, Every Sat & Sun Aug. 30: Birds of Prey. giver participation required. 3-5 Learn about Bay creatures and get a good AND SCRATCHERS July 6 OHLONE VILLAGE LIFE years old. Drop-in programs : view of our crabs, fl ounder, perch, pipefi sh Black Diamond Eddie Willis Birds of a Feather. Aug. 3: My First 9:30-11am, Sun, Jul 26 Coyote Hills Interpretive Staff and more – while they eat. Like a dive in 11-12:30pm, Sun, Jul 5 & Aug 2 Nature Journal. the Bay without getting wet! Summer months can bring out itchy, slith- KNAP-IN: ery, pokey, and buzzy things. Learn how to Learn about the roles that women and NATIONAL ICE CREAM DAY STONE TOOL MAKING avoid and safely share the trails with them men traditionally had within a village. Dis- Crab Cove Interpretive Staff on this short nature hike. cover what plants and animals can be used Coyote Hills Interpretive Staff 1-2pm, Sun, Jul 12 10am-3pm, Sat and Sun, Aug 29, 30 MINE OPEN HOUSE for food, medicine and tools. 10+yrs. Did you know that a special marine OHLONE VILLAGE SITE TOUR Join experienced stone tool mak- ingredient can be found hidden within ice Black Diamond Interpretive Staff ers during this informal, weekend Noon-4:30pm, Sat, Jul 11 Coyote Hills Interpretive Staff cream?! Learn more and lend a hand as we 2:30-4pm, Sat, Jul 11 opportunity to learn methods used crank out this old fashioned treat. Avoid those hot temperatures by taking a locally and worldwide to transform 10am-noon & 1-3pm, Sun, Jul 19 & Aug 9 SUN-DAY SOLAR OVEN COOKING cool trip into Hazel-Atlas mine where we’ll chert, obsidian and other stones into Walk one-half mile through vibrant marsh Crab Cove Interpretive Staff have free, self-guided tours for ages seven spear points, arrowheads and drills. habitat to a more than 2,000-year-old 1-2 pm, Sun, Jul 19 and older. Take a quick peek or a leisurely Young children may watch. Anyone 13 Ohlone village site. Learn about Ohlone Discover amazing facts about our nearest stroll through 950 feet of this restored years or older may give “knapping” a cultures, past to present. Tour a recon- star! We will even use the sun’s energy to 1930s-era silica sand mine. 7+yrs. try. Bring leather gloves and protec- structed shade structure, pit house and bake some cookies. sweat house. Meet at Visitor Center. tive eye wear if you want to test your knack for knapping.

10 Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797 • Big Break: (510) 544-3050 • Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750 • Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169 • Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220 • Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187 • Sunol: (510) 544-3249 • Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 STEPPING STONES SONGS AND STORIES BY THE SHORE Registration information – register beginning June 2 Crab Cove Interpretive Staff www.ebparks.org/register or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 11am-12:30pm, Sun, Aug 2 #10322 Crab Cove Morgan Dill Make a stepping stone for your garden. We 10:30-11:30am, Sun, Aug 9 & 23 will design and arrange our stones, and while Hear tales and sing songs about worms, FARM CHORES FOR KIDS they set we will explore the Visitor Center’s fungus, leaves and fl owers, predators and Tilden Nature Area Trent Pearce OUTDOOR DISCOVERIES: Bay & Wildlife-friendly garden. Ages 5+ prey and more! Enjoy an interactive hour 4-4:45pm, Sun, Jul 5 BATTY CAMPOUT Registration is required. of nature fun for the whole family! Running a farm is hard work! Learn how Sunol Cat Taylor Fee: $10 (non-res. $12) FABULOUS FISH to shell and crack corn, then give the Little 4:30pm, Sat, Aug 22 – Crab Cove Dill/Matsumura Farm animals an evening snack before put- 11am, Sun, Aug 23 #9871 10-11:30am, Sun, Aug 16 #10329 ting them away for the night. Slumber ‘neath stars as “acro-bats” Take a dive into the amazing world of fi ns, TILDEN TOTS wing their way through the night. We’ll SEA SQUIRTS gills and scales as we explore anatomy with Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff watch the bat emergence and take a Crab Cove Interpretive Staff real fi sh specimens and even do a behind- 10-11:30am, Tue, Jul 7 #10213, night hike. In the morning, we’ll plunge 10:30-11:45am, Tue, Jul 7 #9868, 21 the-scenes fi sh feeding! Age 7+ Aug 18 #10214 into Alameda Creek and search for bat #9873 & Aug 4 #9875, 18 #9876 Registration is required. Join an outdoor nature adventure program food (aquatic insects). Bring your own Share a morning of shoreline fun EARLY MORNING MUDFLAT FINDS for 3-4 year olds, each accompanied by an gear and potluck dinner item. with your preschool-age child. We’ll Registration is required. Crab Cove Morgan Dill adult (grandparents welcome!). play games, explore nature, share Fee: $25 ages 3-18/$30 adults 8-9:30am, Sun, Aug 30 BIRDING BASICS stories, and do a craft! Please no (non-res. $29/$34) Rise and shine while the tide is low & beat older or younger siblings (exception: Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff the crowds to the beach. Meet crabs, mus- infants). 3-5 years. July 7: Dashing 10:30am-noon, Sat, Jul 11 sels, barnacles, worms and shrimp on the and Diving Dragonfl ies. July 21: Enhance your awareness of the wonderful longest beach on the Bay. SUMMER GARDEN WORK PARTY Habitat, Habitat, You Have to Have world of birds on a gentle stroll. Aug. 4 CHICKEN ROUNDUP Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff a Habitat! : Low Tide Explo- 10:30am-noon, Sat, Jul 18 Aug. 18 SUNOL Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff ration. : Above Ground, Spend the morning gardening and enjoying 3:30-4:30pm, Sat, Jul 11, Aug 15 Below Ground: Who Lives Where? the sun. We’ll plant seeds, harvest spring’s All programs meet at the Sunol Visitor Our chickens are “free range” and busy. Registration is required. bounty, and start dreaming of tomatoes! Center unless otherwise noted. The Sunol Let’s take a jaunt around the farm, identify Fee: $5 ($7 non-res.) Dress to dig in the soil. Visitor Center is open weekends 10am- the different breeds, and fi nd out why they 4pm For info call 510-544-3249, or email always come back to the coop! FISHY TALES, FISHY FACTS [email protected]. SPIDER SAFARI Tilden Nature Area Interpretative Staff 2-3pm, Sat, Aug 8 ALAMEDA ANIMAL FEEDING Tilden Nature Area Trent Pearce Hear a fi sh story, meet the fi sh in our 4TH OF JULY PARADE Sunol Interpretive Staff 2-3pm, Sun, Jul 12 aquarium, and stay for feeding time. Learn 11-11:45am, Sun, Jul 12, 26, Aug 9, 23 Meet the resident spiders of the Nature Crab Cove Interpretive Staff how you too can be a “Fish Friend!” Stop by the Visitor Center and learn about Area, then search the grounds for more! 9:30am-1pm, Sat, Jul 4 FLUTTER BY, BUTTERFLIES! “Swim” along the Alameda home- our resident snakes, tarantula, turtle, and Fun for all ages. town parade route (or a section of toad. You’ll even get to help us feed our CLOSE THE FARM Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff 2-3:30pm, Sat, Jul 18 it) with our Mobile Visitor Center as not so furry friends! Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff Fly into the beautiful butterfl y garden for we promote the love of nature and SUNOL STEWARDS STAMP OUT 4-4:45pm, Sun, Jul 12, 19 a gardening project and craft. Learn about celebrate our 35th anniversary in STINKWORT Help our staff close the Little Farm for butterfl y life cycles and the plants that at- the community. Info: (510) 544-3187. Sunol Katie Colbert the evening! Feed the cows, put away the tract these winged wonders. 4TH OF JULY OPEN HOUSE AND 10am-noon, Sat, Jul 25 #9854, chickens, and tuck in the pigs for the night. TWILIGHT WALK ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND Sun, Aug 16 #10263 Crab Cove Interpretive Staff Protect tarantula habitat! Help fi ght the Tilden Nature Area Trent Pearce 2-4:30pm, Sat, Jul 4, 10am-5pm Sun, spread of invasive stinkwort while learning 7-9pm, Sun, Jul 19 Jul 5 about the beautiful, native, lazy, hazy, crazy Explore secret worlds on an evening walk Celebrate our 35th anniversary and daisies of summer. Tough gloves and ice with fellow crepuscular creatures. Meet at the beauty and diversity of our Bay cream provided. the Environmental Education Center. with family-friendly activities. Info: Registration is required. TILDEN ATTRACTIONS (510) 544-3187. Tilden Nature Area Trail Gail TILDEN NATURE AREA 9:30am-3:30pm, Fri, Jul 24 CONCERT AT THE COVE Tour Tilden on two legs. Nature Area, Car- Crab Cove Interpretive Staff The Environmental Education Center is ousel, Steam Train, and Gardens, we’ve got 5:30-7:30pm, Fri, Jul 10 & Aug 14 open Tue-Sun 10am-4:30pm The Little it all. We’ll learn about the many different Start your weekend with free music Farm is open daily. For info call 510-544- attractions on this vigorous 10-mile hike. and family fun as the sun sets over 2233, or email [email protected]. UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL MEET THE REPTILES San Francisco Bay. Activities on the Photo: Isa Polt-Jones Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff Visitor Center deck begin at 4:30pm. Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff 10:30am-noon, Sat, Jul 25 Bring a picnic dinner,or purchase lo- 11am-noon, Sun, Jul 5, 19 LITTLE FARM OPEN HOUSE Have you ever wondered how to use micro- cal food and beverages here. Parking Get up close and personal with snakes and Tilden Nature Area Interp. Staff scopes? Now is your chance! Let’s discover on Webster St. or Crown Beach lot turtles as we explore ectotherms in. All 11am-3pm, Sat, Jul 4 and learn about the microscopic world right at Otis. Sponsored by the Alameda ages of herpetologists welcome. Celebrate the holiday with some under our feet at the Visitor Center. Rotary Club, Regional Parks Founda- INSECT INVESTIGATION classic fun on the farm as we enjoy KIDS’ GARDEN BUFFET tion, and East Bay Regional Park Tilden Nature Area Trent Pearce Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff July 10 historic games, crafts, and activities District. : Patrón – Latin 1-2:30pm, Sun, Jul 5 2-3:30pm, Sat, Jul 25 Aug. 14 for the whole family. Call for the Rhythm. : Soulstice. Info: Get to know some six-legged members of schedule for the day’s activities. Come join us in the Kids’ Garden and (510) 544-3187. the animal kingdom on a short walk. Meet learn about all our delectable veggies and at the Environmental Education Center.

= Register at www.ebparksonline.org = Disabled accessible program = Parking fee may be charged = Kids Challenge program = Healthy Parks Healthy People program 11 OUT IN THE TULES Registration information – register beginning June 2 Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher WHEREFORE ART THOU, www.ebparks.org/register or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 2-3:30pm, Sun, Aug 2 JEWEL LAKE? Tule is a mystical marsh plant of a thousand fruits. From peas to strawberries, we will BUG RODEO Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher uses. Stop by and learn the lore and make a 10-11:30am, Sun, Aug 30 harvest a bountiful smorgasbord to clean Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff tule object to take home. Is it dried up? Is it still there? Where and munch. 1:30-3pm, Sun, Jul 26 TO THE PEAK AND BACK! did it come from? Learn the human UNDERWATER NYMPHS Let’s wrassle up some six-leggers in this in- Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher and natural history of this revered sect roundup! Using nets and our patented Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff 10am-noon, Sun, Aug 9 bit of hydrologic miracle. “shrub-shake earthquake” method, we’ll 10:30am-noon, Sun, Jul 26 Hike to Wildcat Peak, then down Laurel herd and collect arthropods of all kinds Tadpoles, newt-poles, and baby insects Canyon while honing your naturalist ten- around the Visitor Center! await your discovery! Let’s use magnifying dencies. Bring your curiosity and a snack. TRAILING AN IMAGINARY BEAST glasses and our “magic scope” to eaves- SOME TREES I HAVE KNOWN drop on these creatures and help release Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher them back to the ponds! 10-11:30am, Sun, Aug 2 2-3pm, Sun, Aug 9 A trail has been laid. Tracking will com- Meet living tree heroes and hear epic tales mence. The mystery will unfold… of their journeys through time and space! SIGNS ANIMALS LEAVE BEHIND Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher 10-11:30am, Sun, Aug 16 : Bay Area Many shy and unseen creatures haunt these wooded glades. Learn to recognize the sub- Monthly activities and outings that provide safe, low-impact physical activ- tle signs these secret friends leave behind. ity and improve health and well-being of all Bay Area residents, through MAMMALS R US regular use and enjoyment of the Regional Parks. Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher This symbol indicates Naturalist-led hikes that explore the natural 1-2:30pm, Sun, Aug 16 and/or historical feature of Regional Parks. Learn some mammalian basics as we seek This symbol indicates Outdoor Recreation Staff-led hikes that focus on out as many types as we can fi nd. Fun for health, fi tness, and outdoor safety in the Regional Parks. the whole family! Photo: Jerry Ting NATURE AREA STORYTIME INDEPENDENCE DAY For information: (510) 544-3220 CELEBRATION OLD-FASHIONED FUN Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff WHEREFORE ART THOU, JEWEL LAKE? 11am-noon, Sat, Aug 22 Ardenwood Interpretive Staff Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher Ardenwood Jenna Scimeca & Gather ‘round and listen to classic chil- 10am-4pm, Sat, Jul 4 10-11:30am, Sun, Aug 30 Interpretive Staff dren’s stories about farming and insects, as Join us for a fun-fi lled community fes- Is it dried up? Is it still there? Where did it 1:30-2:30pm, Sat, Jul 25 & 1-2pm, Sat, well as a cautionary tale by Dr. Seuss. tival, 1900-style! Celebrate America’s come from? Learn the human and natural Aug 1, 8, 22 & Sun Aug 9 RABBIT RENDEZVOUS 239th birthday with rousing patriotic American’s pastimes once included stilt- history of this revered bit of hydrologic music on the lawn and fi ddle music walking, running with tubers (potato- Tilden Nature Area Interpretive Staff miracle. in the farmyard. There will be games, spoon race), testing your strength (tug- 2-3pm, Sat, Aug 22 ARACHNOPHILIA Join us to meet and greet the Little Farm’s contests and races for everyone all day o-war) or hopping like a bunny (sack Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher rabbits. We will learn some interesting long. Test your skill at nail-driving, egg races). Join the fun and test your skill! 1-2:30pm, Sun, Aug 30 facts about these lagomorphs! toss and watermelon seed spitting or HEALTHY HIKES: SENIOR STROLLS Love spiders? Not so much? Haven’t de- join a bucket brigade and tug-of-war THE CHICKEN OR THE EGG? Redwood cided yet? Come and meet a few and get to contest. Bring a picnic and spend the 8-10am, Sat, Aug 1 Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher know them. Then head outside to look for day the old -fashioned way! Explore our Regional Parks at a pace 10-11am, Sun, Aug 23 some wild ones. Fee: $10/adults, $8/seniors (62+), that’s right for you. We’ll start with Which came fi rst? Dunno, but let’s head $5 children (4-17), under 4 years free. light stretching, safe hiking practices and to the farm and talk chickens, other egg PICTURE PARKS, OTHER PARKS health tips. Participate for all or just a layers, and eggs. PATRIOTIC PEOPLE SNAKES ALIVE! portion of the hike, increasing your dis- SATURDAY EVENING CAMPFIRE Big Break Interpretive Staff tance as stamina improves. Meet other Tilden Nature Area Anthony Fisher PROGRAMS – DEL VALLE 1-2pm, Sun, Aug 23 1-4pm, Sat, July 4 like-minded hikers while exercising and Del Valle Interpretive Staff We’re talkin’ snakes, holdin’ snakes and Get the family outside in the fresh air enjoying the beautiful parks! Meet at the 9-10:15pm, Sat Jul 4 learnin’ snake facts. Optional snake feed- and sunshine for a gentle exploration Canyon Meadow staging area, Redwood 8:30-9:30pm, Sat Jul 11, 18, 25 ing demonstration at the end (not for the of the park as we discover the com- Gate entrance, Redwood Road, Oakland. 9-10pm, Sat Aug 1 squeamish!). munities within the park on this photo HEALTHY HIKES: FAMILY FUN 8:30-10pm Sat Aug 8 scavenger hunt. Redwood WORKING WITH WOOL – FELTING 8:30-9:30pm, Sat Aug 15, 22 FAMILIES ON FOOT 10:30am-12:30pm, Sat, Aug 1 Tilden Nature Area Trail Gail 8-9pm Sat, Aug 29 Coyote Hills Interpretive Staff Join us for a family-friendly hike designed 9:30am-1:30pm, Sat, Aug 29 #10359 Join us for an evening of fun by the camp- 1-2:30pm, Sat, Jul 4, Aug 1 to make hiking fun and safe! Meet other Discover felt–the earliest known fabric. Us- fi re at the campground amphitheater. The restorative effect of spending time like-minded families that enjoy hiking. ing wool from our Black Welsh Mountain Learn about critters, stars, history, and outdoors is well-known and with our We’ll start with light stretching, safe Sheep, your creativity, and lots of kneading, more! Children must be accompanied by hectic modern lives, we need it! Join hiking practices and health tips before you’ll create a felted pouch. We’ll visit the an adult. Bring fl ashlights. Non-campers this monthly adventure to nurture heading out on the trail. Hikes include sheep, and learn about life on the farm. are welcome. Info: (510) 544-3249. July 4: our inner and outer-selves by explor- kid friendly activities. Parents must ac- Registration is required. Red, White, And Blue Stars. July 11: The ing and learning about the natural company children. Meet at the Canyon Fee: $10 (non-res. $12) Art Of Calling Down The Sun. July 18: world around us as we hike park trails. Meadow staging area, Redwood Gate Canines In Our Parks. July 25: Critters Of 12+yrs. entrance, Redwood Road, Oakland. Del Valle. Aug. 1: Starlight And Moon-

Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797 • Big Break: (510) 544-3050 • Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750 • Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169 • Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220 • Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187 • Sunol: (510) 544-3249 • Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 12 shine. Aug. 8: Perseid Meteor Shower exciting activities. Have a picnic and join Watch, bring fl ashlight, blanket, or beach in on the fun! Meet at the Red Barn. Info: Registration information – register beginning June 2 towel. Aug. 15: Heroes And Monsters (510) 544-3220. www.ebparks.org/register or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 Over The Tent, dress warmly and bring a WHAT’S YOUR WINGSPAN? Aug. 22 Aug. blanket. : Animal Stories. Del Valle Zeke Willmes HIKES FOR TYKES CRAFTING NATURE 29 : Bats Eat Bugs. Noon-1pm, Sat, Jul 4 Various Parks Interpretive Staff Garin Interpretive Staff CAMPFIRE PROGRAMS – Join us for a quick stroll as we try to iden- 10:30-11:30am, Tue, Jul 14, 28, Aug 11, 25 3-4pm, Sat, Jul 18 & Aug 15, 29; Sun, Jul 12 ANTHONY CHABOT tify local birds. After, we’ll calculate our Enjoy nature before naptime with your & Aug 9, 23 Anthony Chabot Interpretive Staff own wingspan and see how we measure young child! Go over hill and dell with a Craft a snake mobile, insect magnet, or 8-9pm, every Sat in Jul & Aug up to the golden eagle. Meet at the Rocky naturalist to explore the fl ora and fauna of butterfl y. Discover the importance of FREE! Join us for after-dark fun at the Ridge Visitor Center. Info: (510) 544-3249. the Regional Parks. Tools for exploration snakes and insects in our lives, while using campground amphitheater! Learn about CAMPGROUND SCIENCE will be provided. Hikes average about 1 your imagination to create a handmade the parks and nature around you through FAMILY ADVENTURES mile. Bring a snack. Strollers not recom- version to take home. Meet at the Red mended for most hikes. July 14: Sibley games, songs, photos and stories around Del Valle Katie Colbert Barn. 5+yrs. Info: (510) 544-3220. Volcanic (Skyline Blvd., Oakland, entrance). the campfi re. We’ll have a new topic each 11am-1pm, Sun Jul 5, 12 CANINE CAPERS – DOG WALK July 28: Oyster Bay (Neptune Dr., San Le- week. Even if you’re not camping, you’re 8am-10pm, Sun Jul 26 Various Parks Kristina Parkison andro, entrance). Aug. 11: MLK Shoreline welcome to join us for the program! Snakes, skulls, and things that go fl ap in 9am-2pm, Sat, Jul 18 #10004 July (Garretson Point Staging Area, end of Edge- Dress warmly. Info: (510) 544-3187. the night! Discover the secrets of camp- 8-10am, Sat, Aug 15 #9983 4 July 11 water Dr., Oakland). Aug. 25: Redwood : Animal Adaptations. : Songs & ground neighbors you didn’t know were Make new friends, enjoy a nature walk July 18 July 25 (Skyline Gate Staging Area, Skyline Blvd., Stories. : Bats. : Animals of there. Meet at the campground amphithe- and explore some of the fi nest open space Aug. 1 Oakland). See www.ebparks.org/parks for the Park and the City. : Magnifi cent ater. Adult participation required. July 5: with your best four-legged friend along! Aug. 8 Aug. 15 maps/directions. Info: (510) 544-3187. Redwoods. : Bears! : Eyes Rattlesnecrets. July 12: Bone Heads. July Homemade snacks provided for good (and Aug. 22 and Ears of the Night. : Animal 26: Moth Hunt, must join program at 8pm. LAND BANK VAN TOUR: TYLER RANCH spirited) dogs! July 18: Redwood. Aug. Aug. 29 Adaptations. : Spiders! Info: 510-544-3243. Pleasanton Ridge Herron/Noonan/Rec. Staff 15: Coyote Hills. 8+yrs. JULY 4th WEEKEND FUN! 9:30-11:30am, Jul 18 #10307 WHOO THE OWL ATE Registration is required. Enjoy some of the East Bay’s most spec- Garin Interpretive Staff Del Valle Zeke Willmes INSECT SEARCH tacular panoramic views as we explore 3-4pm, Sat, Jul 4 & Sun, Jul 5 Noon-1pm, Sat, July 11 Briones Regional Park Trent Pearce the newly acquired Tyler Ranch property, Celebrate the holiday by playing old-fash- Learn about the different owl species at the 2-4pm, Sun, Jul 19 located near the quaint town of Sunol. ioned games. We’ll have a sack race, egg park–where they live, what they eat, and Get to know some six-legged members of Come learn about its history and the Park relays, tug-of-war, kick-the-can and other wrap it up with owl pellet dissections. Meet the animal kingdom on a short walk. Meet District’s vision for this exciting property. at the Rocky Ridge Visitor Center. Info: (510) at Bear Creek Staging Area. Info: (510) Discover how it will connect to Pleasan- 544-3249. 544-2233. OUTDOOR DISCOVERIES ton Ridge, as we drive along the dramatic WOMEN ON COMMON GROUND POISON AND VENOM, Various Parks ridgeline overlooking Kilkare and Palomares STINGS AND BITES Katie Colbert/Cat Taylor Various Parks Katie Colbert canyons. 10-11:30am, Thu, Jul 9, #10265 7-10:30pm, Sat Jul 11 #10270 Registration is required. Del Valle Zeke Willmes 5:30am-8:30am, Sun Aug 2 #10271 Noon-12:45pm, Sat, Jul 25 7-9pm, Thu, Jul 23, #10268 NATIVE PLANT STEWARDS 4-6pm, Sun Aug 16 #10272 Learn how to safely explore the wilder 2-4pm, Sat, Jul 25 #10269 Del Valle Zeke Willmes This is a series of naturalist-led programs side, while learning about the adaptive and 10am-noon, Aug 13 #10267 Noon-1pm, Sat, July 18 for women who love the outdoors but defensive strategies of Del Valle’s animals Children 3-6 years and a parent are Help us rejuvenate the planters around the whose concern for personal safety keeps and plants. Meet at the Rocky Ridge Visitor invited to make playful and scientifi c Rocky Ridge Visitor Center while learn- them from enjoying their own regional Center. Info: (510) 544-3249. discoveries in exciting outdoor class- ing about the native plants of the East Bay. parks. For a complete schedule contact rooms with a naturalist as your guide. Info: (510) 544-3249. Rain or shine! Siblings welcome. July (510) 544-3243, or [email protected]. July 11 9: Del Valle–Space Cars, NASA’s New : Sunol – Mothwhispers And Stars. Meet at the Visitor Center. Aug. 2: Del Horizons space probe visits Pluto’s TUESDAY TWILIGHTS doorstep next week. Today we’ll build Valle – Almost Lammas Sunrise. Meet at our own mini space vehicles for roving the Arroyo Road Staging Area in Liver- Various Parks Interpretive Staff Sunset–3.5 miles, moderate/strenuous. Aug. 16 distant planets in the universe of our more. : Sunol – Wort Worriers. 7-9pm, Tue Jul 7 Meet at the Laughlin Road staging area. July 21 imagination – and fi nd out how we can Meet at the Visitor Center. 7-9:30pm, Tue Jul 14 For info: 510-544-3257. : Big help the Pluto probe send a message Registration is required. 7-9pm, Tue Jul 21 Break - Mammals Of The Marsh–Meet to the stars! Meet at the Visitor Cen- FAMILY FUN! 6:30-9:30 pm, Tue Aug 4 at the Big Break Visitor Center. Info: Aug. 4 ter. July 23: Sunol – Moth Madness Garin Interpretive Staff 9-10:30pm, Tue Aug11 510-544-3050. : Las Trampas – – Bring Moth-er, Dad, and your sibling 3-4pm, Sat, Jul 11, 25 & Aug 8, 22; Sun, Jul 7:30-9:30pm, Tue Aug 25 Breathtaking Views, vigorous hike. Meet “grubs” on a moth hunt in the woods! Enjoy sunset with the family. These at the end of Bollinger Canyon Road, San 19 & Aug 2, 16, 30 Aug. We’ll use baits and lights to gather naturalist-guided walks vary in diffi culty Ramon. For info: 510-544-2233. Enjoy mini-adventures, demonstrations, 11 mothish information for National games and crafts that create outdoor fun and are usually not suitable for orga- : Del Valle – Perseid Meteor Shower Moth Week. Meet at the Visitor Cen- for the whole family. Scavenger hunts, nized groups. Bring water, snacks, and Watch, meet at the top of the hill before ter. July 25: Sunol – Humpty Cow butter making, tug-of-war, insect origami fl ashlight. Wear layered clothing, good you descend to Lake Del Valle near the – Ribs and legs and other bones! Can and other exciting activities may be on the hiking shoes. For a complete schedule, intersection with Mendenhall Road. we put the cow back together again? menu: Check in the barn for the “Daily Spe- contact (510) 544-3249 or svisit@ DO NOT PARK ON MENDENHALL July 7 Meet at the Visitor Center. Aug. 13: cial.” Bring a picnic and join in on the fun! ebparks.org. : Hayward Shoreline ROAD. Meet by the hiking gate on the Del Valle – Sun Day On Thursday! – Exploration–fl at, leisurely 2.5-mile hike. left just past Mendenhall Road. For info: Meet at the Red Barn. Info: (510) 544-3220. Aug. 25 Play safely with sunshine and learn to EVENING WALK Bring shoes for the mud and wear lay- 510-544-3242. : Del Valle – Bat- ers of clothing. Meet at the W. Winton ting By Boat. Registration is required cook your lunch with sunbeams! Meet Briones Trent Pearce at the Visitor Center. Ave. Staging Area. Info: 510-544-3220. for Aug. 25 –course #10279. Fee: $5 ($7 7-9pm, Sun, Jul 12 July 14: Brushy Peak, East County non-res). For info: 510-544-3242. Registration is required. Explore secret worlds on an evening walk Fee: $6 (non-res. $8) with fellow crepuscular creatures. Meet at Bear Creek Staging Area.

= Register at www.ebparksonline.org = Disabled accessible program = Parking fee may be charged = Kids Challenge program = Healthy Parks Healthy People program 13 SUNRISE ON THE SERPENTINE Registration information – register beginning June 2 CITIZEN SCIENCE: BATWATCH! Redwood Regional Morgan Dill Del Valle Cat Taylor www.ebparks.org/register or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 6:30-8:30am, Sun, Aug 23 7-9:30pm, Sun Aug 30 #9843 Experience a summer morning as dawn Explore the nocturnal world of bats and invited to join this series of monthly excur- SHADY SUMMER HIKE breaks, the sunlight begins to shine, and help gain an understanding of their secre- sions exploring the Regional Parks. July Garin/Dry Creek Pioneer Francis Mendoza birds begin to sing on this 3-mile hike. tive habits. Use bat detectors and record 28: Miller/Knox. August 25; Point Pinole. 9:30-11:30am, Sun, Jul 26 We’ll learn who shares the early shift in observations at bat roosting sites. Bring Info: (510) 544-2233. Hike an easy 3 miles through a riparian nature. Meet at the Trudeau Staging Area fl ashlight, portable chair, blankets. Meet (creek) corridor fi lled with shady trees to BIRD WALK on Skyline Blvd. in Oakland. Info: (510) at the East Shore swim beach parking lot. escape the summer heat. Meet at the May Garin Kristina Parkison 544-3187. Info: 510-544-3242. Road Staging Area in Union City. 8-10am, Sat, Aug 1 DON CASTRO TO Registration is required. 8+yrs. Info: (510) 544-3220. The Bay Area bursts with bird life! New CULL CANYON HIKE REPTILES ROCK and experienced birders alike join us as we Don Castro/Cull Canyon Francis Mendoza VOLUNTEER Garin Interpretive Staff discover patterns of behavior, migration, 9am-1pm, Sun, Aug 23 and habitat. 8+yrs. Info: (510) 544-3220. 3-4pm, Sun, Jul 26 and Sat, Aug 1 Hike up the San Lorenzo Creek watershed FRENCH BROOM REMOVAL/ Discover the amazing world of reptiles and GUIDED TRAILS CHALLENGE HIKES through Castro Valley under the shade of RESTORATION PROJECT meet our resident gopher and king snakes Various Parks Trail Gail oaks, bay laurels and the I-580 freeway. Redwood Jeff Manley and western box turtle. Make a reptile 8:30am-1:30pm Sat, Aug 1, 8 We’ll walk out-and-back to Cull Canyon 9am-1pm, Sat, Jul 11, Sat, Aug 1 craft to take home. Meet at the Red Barn. Looking for a challenging hike but don’t totaling 7 moderately strenuous miles. 9:30am-1:30pm, Sun, July 12, Aug 9 5+yrs. Info: (510) 544-3220. want to go alone? Join our adventure and 15+yrs. Info: (510) 544-3220. Help remove invasive French broom at vari- learn about the area while getting exer- NATURE EXPLORERS THE OVER-THE-HILLS-GANG ous locations in the park. Tools provided. cise. Bring plenty of water and dress for Various Parks Trail Gail and James Wilson Martinez Regional Shoreline Eddie Willis Info: 1-888-327-2757, option 3, ext. 4553. the weather. Aug. 1: Briones, (7+ miles), 10am-12:30pm, Tue, Jul 28; Aug 25 10am-12:30pm, Sun, Aug 23 #9901, Aug 30 Registration is required. Lafayette Ridge Staging Area. Aug. 8: Hikers 55 years and older interested in #9905 FRENCH BROOM REMOVAL/ nature study, history, fi tness, and fun are Wildcat Canyon, (10+ miles), Alvarado Hey kids, explore a park where nature RESTORATION PROJECT staging area. Info: (510) 544-2233. rules! We’ll play games, wander wild-and- A TASTE OF BRIONES wacky wetlands, and learn about ways to Huckleberry, Sibley Staff 9am, Sat, Jul 11, Aug 8: Huckleberry Briones Eddie Willis protect the planet during this hands-on, SATURDAY AND 9am, Sun, Jul 19, Aug 16: Sibley 9am-noon, Sun, Aug 9 eco-groovy adventure. Meet at the main SUNDAY STROLLS Help protect native plants against French While exploring three miles of steep and parking lot. Parent participation required. broom displacement. Tools provided. 10am-noon, Sat, Jul 11, 18, Aug 15, hilly terrain, be pre-“pear”-ed to taste a 5-12yrs. Sibley: Meet at the Sibley staging area on 22, Sun, Jul 26, Aug 30 piece of the park (literally). Bring lots of Registration is required. Skyline Blvd., Oakland. Huckleberry: Meet Wake up and walk into nature. Each water and sturdy shoes. Meet at the end of FULL MOON OVER BORT MEADOW at the Huckleberry staging area on Skyline week we will explore a different Briones Road. Info: 510-544-2750. 10+yrs. Anthony Chabot Interpretive Staff Blvd., Oakland. Info: 510-544-3112. park and the natural wonders within. CROCKETT HILLS HIKE 7-9pm, Sat, Aug 29 Hikes range from two to fi ve miles. Registration is required. Crocket Hills Trail Gail Bring your fl ashlight and your blanket as Great for families. Dogs welcome SUMMER SHORE CLEANUP 9:30am-2pm, Fri, Aug 14 we walk down into the meadow to watch on most hikes. See www.ebparks. Crab Cove Morgan Dill From ranchlands to views, this park has the sunset and the moon rise. Look into org/parks for maps/directions. For 1–2pm, Sun, May 31 lots to offer. We’ll explore its beauty and the night sky to see our nearest celestial information, call (510) 544-3187. The summer is busy on the beach. Help history, including a segment of the Bay neighbor and hear stories of the magnifi cent July 11: Redwood (Redwood Bowl clean and search for interesting items that Area Ridge Trail. Bring a snack. 8+yrs. moon! Meet at Bort Meadow Staging Area Staging Area, Skyline Blvd., Oakland) have been washed ashore. Bring gloves and Info: (510) 544-2233. off Redwood Road. Info: (510) 544-3187. – Witness the heart of the redwood bucket or borrow ours. Meet at the Visitor forest on a strenuous 3.5-mile hike. CANINE CAPERS LAKE ANZA DOG HIKE Center. Info: (510) 544-3187. July 18: Leona Canyon (Canyon Tilden Trail Gail & Nara Oaks Dr., Oakland, parking area, 8:30am-noon, Sat, Aug 15 south end) – Enjoy a stream, diverse Enjoy the park with a naturalist and your forest, and amazing views on a furry friend. We’ll explore the Wildcat 4-mile, moderate hike. July 26: Lake Canyon watershed on this 6-ish mile hike. Temescal (north entrance, Broad- Bring water and treats. (Dog not required.) way, Oakland) – Join in this easy, Meet at the Lone Oak picnic site. Info: 2-mile double loop around the lake. (510) 544-2233. We’ll take the high road fi rst and the WEEKDAY BIRD WALK low road on our second loop around Garin/Dry Creek Kristina Parkison this small but fascinating lake. Aug. 7:30-9:30am, Tue, Aug 18 15 Hayward Shoreline (west end of Share your enthusiasm for bird life on a Grant Ave, San Lorenzo) – On this tranquil walk through various Bay Area easy, fl at, almost 3-mile stroll we’ll parklands! All are welcome. Bring water, look at the Oro Loma Marsh and San sunscreen, and binoculars or scopes. Photo: Richard Evans Aug. 22 Francisco Bay. : Redwood 12+yrs. Info: (510) 544-3220. An American while pelican and a double-crested cormorant compete for a meal at the Contra Loma reservoir. (Canyon Meadow, Redwood Road, CONTRA LOMA MORNINGS – CONTRA LOMA MORNINGS – BIRDS Oakland) – Enjoy a shady stroll REPTILES, AMPHIBIANS among the redwoods, learning about Contra Loma Kevin Dixon Contra Loma Kevin Dixon 8-9:30am, Sat, Aug 29 the natural and cultural history of 9-10:30am, Sat, Aug 22 this area. Aug. 30: Crab Cove Visi- Let’s see which of our winged friends is spending the summer here in the trees, cat- Learn about the snakes, lizards, salaman- tails waters, and winds. Meet at the main parking lot. Info: 510-544-2750. tor Center – Explore a lesser known ders, and frogs of Contra Costa County part of the Bay Trail, spotting wildlife while exploring the shoreline. Meet at the along this 4-mile, moderate walk. main parking lot. Info: 510-544-2750.

14 Ardenwood: (510) 544-2797 • Big Break: (510) 544-3050 • Black Diamond: (510) 544-2750 • Botanic Garden: (510) 544-3169 • Coyote Hills: (510) 544-3220 • Crab Cove: (510) 544-3187 • Sunol: (510) 544-3249 • Tilden Nature Area: (510) 544-2233 SWIM FACILITIES How to RegisterRegistration • Fee Payment information – register beginning June 2 LAKE ANZA www.ebparks.org/register or 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2 Tilden Regional Park Many programs do not require registration. Simply join the instruc- FEE PAYMENT: Fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. Berkeley, CA 94708 tor at the location indicated in the program description. Call the phone Fees may be paid by money order, VISA, Mastercard, cash, or pre- 1-888-327-2757, option 3, ext. 4563 number listed in the program description if you need further information. printed check for walk-in registration. Make checks payable to EBRPD. CASTLE ROCK For programs that indicate “Registration is required Programs registered in the parks may be paid for by check up until the 1700 Castle Rock Road ,” register by Walnut Creek, CA 94598 calling 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, or by calling the day of the program if space is available. Returned checks will be charged 1-888-327-2757, option 3, ext. 4515 number listed in the program description. a $25 Returned Check charge. Non-resident fees apply to anyone liv- CONTRA LOMA ONLINE registration is available if the program title displays ing outside Alameda or Contra Costa counties. Parking or park entrance 1200 Frederickson Lane fees may be charged depending on program time and location. Arden- Antioch, CA 94509 this symbol: Go to www.ebparksonline.org. When registering 1-888-327-2757, option 3, ext. 4518 wood entrance fees vary depending on the event or activity. Confi rm all online, use the course code printed next to the program date(s). fees when registering for a program. CULL CANYON WALK-IN 18627 Cull Canyon Road : Come to the District Headquarters between CREDIT CARDS: Castro Valley, CA 94552 8:30am and 5pm Mondays through Fridays. We are located at VISA and Mastercard are accepted for all fee programs except those that are 1-888-327-2757, option 3, ext. 4523 2950 Peralta Oaks Court in Oakland, next to the Dunsmuir registered at a park. Call the phone number in program description for info. DEL VALLE House and south of the Oakland Zoo off I-580. See map below. CANCELLATION POLICY: 7000 Del Valle Road BY PHONE REFUNDS/TRANSFERS: Refunds or Livermore, CA 94550 : Phone registration requires a VISA or Mastercard. transfers will be processed for programs canceled because registration is below 1-888-327-2757, option 3, ext. 4524 The Reservations Offi ce is open between 8:30am-4:30pm Mon- the minimum enrollment at the cutoff date, or if a program is canceled due to in- DON CASTRO days through Thursdays and 8:30am and 4pm on Fridays (closed clement weather or instructor illness. Please allow up to three weeks for receipt 22400 Woodroe Ave. weekends and holidays). Call 1-888-EBPARKS (327-2757) and Hayward, CA 94541 of refund. CANCELLATION POLICY: At least fi ve business days advance notice 1-888-327-2757, option 3, ext. 4527 select option 2. TDD: (510) 633-0460. is necessary for a full refund. Failure to notify the Reservations Offi ce at least QUARRY LAKES BY MAIL: Call the Reservations Offi ce at 1-888-EBPARKS (327- fi ve business days in advance of your cancellation will result in forfeiture of the 2100 Isherwood Way 2757) option 2, to request a mail-in registration form. Registration program fee. The Reservations Offi ce is open Monday through Friday. The last Fremont, CA 94535 is payable by check only up to 15 days before the program. 1-888-327-2757, option 3, ext. 4552 day to cancel a Saturday or Sunday program is the prior Monday. ROBERTS POOL 10570 Skyline Blvd. Oakland, CA 94619 1-888-327-2757, option 3, ext. 4555 80 er SHADOW CLIFFS San 680 Suisun Riv

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A great summer tradition for the whole family Fridays, July 10 and August 14 • 5:30 to 7:30pm Live music, food vendors, beer and wine garden,garden, Visitor Center activities. Free! Bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave., Alamedaa Sponsored by the Alameda Rotary Club and East Bay RegionallP Park k District.Di i

Swim for Free with your Annual Park Membership $50 for individuals $95 for a family Donate Your Vehicle (two adults and four kids) Call today! (510) 544-2202 to the Regional Parks www.ebparks.org/rpf/membership elp make a difference by donating your automobile, Ardenwood Historic Farm boat, motorcycle, jet ski, or almost any other mode Hof transportation, working or not, to the Regional Parks Cajun/Zydeco Festival Foundation. Proceeds help to send low-income kids to camp Saturday,S August 15 and restore fragile wildlife habitats throughout the East Bay Regional Park District. 10:00AM – 7:00PM All donations are 100 percent tax deductible. Featuring: • Cajun/Zydeco music Visit us at www.RegionalParksFoundation.org and click on • Dancing and dance lessons “Make a Donation.” • Delicious Southern and Cajun food • Visit the farm animals The Foundation works with Car Donation Services to assist with • Specialty vendors all your vehicle donation needs. Call (888) 61PARKS. The process • National and local bands is easy, fast, and hassle-free. AdvancedAdvanced Tickets: Order by August 11. Tax ID # 23-7011877. $20/adults,$20/adults $5/ages 4-15. Free/ages 3-0. Proceeds directed to Order at www.EBParksOnline.org, click the Foundation from East Bay “Activities” or call 1-888-EBPARKS, option 2. a vehicle donation Regional Park District cannot be applied Tickets at the Gate: $24/adults, towards purchases $7/ages 4-15, Free/ages 3 and under. of park memberships and District programs. Ardenwood Historic Farm: 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont