What is a Bioblitz anyway?
iNaturalist and Bioblitzes are fun ways to contribute to our understanding of the natural world as community scientists. What is iNaturalist? When I am out …
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California Biodiversity Day is Just Around the Corner!
With summer in full swing, now is a great time to explore nature in your backyard. California boasts not only the largest state …
A Perfect Marriage
Do you know what it is like to be out in nature when you are missing one of your …
Kids and California State Parks – Programs and Opportunities for Everyone!
As we venture outside to enjoy the long sunny days, we all have the responsibility to be intentional and …
In Search of that First Internship
Nina Omomo was in her final semester at San Francisco State University as the world locked down into the pandemic. After six years …
Pride Outside: Everyday Ways to Support LGBTQIA+ Inclusion in Outdoor Spaces
Every June, it happens – rainbow logos, colorful marketing campaigns and a very welcome focus on the LGBTQIA+ community …
Promoting Public Transportation to LA State Historic Park
By Catherine Bubser and Michael Gatheru Bubser studies environmental science with a concentration in environmental systems and society at …
Protecting California’s Coast from Sea Level Rise
California’s iconic coastline is world-renowned for its rich tapestry of dunes, sandy beaches, coastal bluff, and tidepools – a wonderfully diverse …
Surf Ambassador to California’s Youth
Masterson is an intern and instructor for the City Surf Project from San Francisco. She is proud to be a first-generation Irish American born …
Family-Friendly Outdoor Activities for Anywhere in California
Family-Friendly Outdoor Activities for Anywhere in California The weather is getting warmer. The days are getting longer. Summer is …