1.
When: Saturday, May 3rd, 10AM-1PM
What: Endangered Species Big Year Event at Milagra Ridge
Who: GGNRA Big Year
Where: Milagra Ridge entrance gate, Pacifica, 94044; A carpool from Fort Mason Bldg. 34 (leaving at 9:15 a.m.) is available.
Public info: RSVP required: call 415-561-3067; www.ggnrabigyear.org
Submitter's Contact Info: Angela Freitas, afreitasppsintern@yahoo.com, 707-337-4988
Description:
Celebrate the beginning of May with an exciting day of restoration at Milagra Ridge in Pacifica. Christina Crooker of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy will share her knowledge of the endangered mission blue butterfly and the park's efforts to ensure their preservation. Gaze off the ridge for breathtaking views of the California Coast, all the while helping to enhance habitat for Milagra's sensitive species. Dress in warm layers, wear sturdy shoes and bring lots of friends! We provide snacks, tools and gloves.
2.
When: Saturday, May 10th, 10AM-1PM
What: Endangered Species Big Year Event at Mori Point
Who: GGNRA Big Year
Where: Mori Point entrance gate, Pacifica, 94044; A carpool from Fort Mason Bldg. 34 (leaving at 9:15 a.m.) is available.
Public info: RSVP required: call 415-561-3067; www.ggnrabigyear.org
Submitter's Contact Info: Angela Freitas, afreitasppsintern@yahoo.com, 707-337-4988
Description:
Come on out to Mori Point, land of majestic wildflower displays, perilously rare species, cinematic fame, and historic whiskey shoot-outs! Sue Gardner will share some of Mori's spiciest stories while we roll up our sleeves to restore native plant communities around three new frog ponds. If we're lucky we'll see some California red-legged frogs and maybe even a San Francisco garter snake. If that's not enough, May is the perfect time to check out Mori's wildflowers. Dress in warm layers, wear sturdy shoes and bring lots of friends! Meeting spot is Mori Point entrance gate.
3.
When: Sunday, May 11th AND Sunday, May 25th 10AM-1PM
What: Endangered Butterfly Hike
Who: GGNRA Big Year
Where: Marin Headlands Golden Gate Parking Lot Overlook
Public info: RSVP required: call 415-572-6989; www.ggnrabigyear.org
Submitter's Contact Info: Angela Freitas, afreitasppsintern@yahoo.com, 707-337-4988
Description:
The GGNRA Big Year is a race against time to see-- and save-- the park's endangered species. Join Liam O'Brien in the Marin Headlands for a trip to search for and see the beautiful and endangered Mission Blue Butterfly.
4.
When: Saturday, May 17th, 9AM-1PM
What: Habitat Restoration for Endangered Species
Who: GGNRA Big Year
Where: 125 Endeavor Dr., Corte Madera, CA 94925
Public info: RSVP required: call 415-507-2818; www.ggnrabigyear.org
Submitter's Contact Info: Angela Freitas, afreitasppsintern@yahoo.com, 707-337-4988
Description:
The GGNRA Big Year is a race against time to see-- and save-- the park's endangered species. Join Greg Reza of the Marin Open Space District to restore habitat for the endangered Tiburon Paintbrush and to enjoy the great outdoors in your local park!
5.
When: Saturday, May 17th, 10AM-1PM
What: Endangered Species Big Year Event at Oakwood Valley
Who: GGNRA Big Year
Where: Oakwood Valley, meet on Tennessee Valley Rd. in Marin County; ; A carpool from Fort Mason Bldg. 34 (leaving at 9:15 a.m.) is available.
Public info: RSVP required: call 415-561-3067; www.ggnrabigyear.org
Submitter's Contact Info: Angela Freitas, afreitasppsintern@yahoo.com, 707-337-4988
Description:
Check out the late wildflower bloom and stunning views of San Francisco Bay atop the ridges of Oakwood Valley while restoring habitat for the endangered mission blue butterfly. Join Sue Gardner as we remove invasive plants that are encroaching on the grasslands this species needs for survival. We'll take a special walk beyond the fence lines to spy these blue flyers in their natural habitat. Dress in warm layers, wear sturdy shoes and bring lots of friends! We provide snacks, tools and gloves.
6.
When: Friday, May 30, 10AM-2PM
What: Endangered Species Big Year Tour at Nicasio Ridge
Who: GGNRA Big Year
Where: Nicasio Ridge, Marin County
Public info: RSVP required: call 415-561-4856; www.ggnrabigyear.org
Submitter's Contact Info: Angela Freitas, afreitasppsintern@yahoo.com, 707-337-4988
Description:
The GGNRA Big Year is a race against time to see-- and save-- the park's endangered species. Join us for a behind the scenes tour of one of the wildest and most striking areas of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area on a search for the endangered Tiburon Paintbrush, a beautiful plant that is still found in this great national park.