The first Earth Day was recognized in 1970 as a way to raise awareness of environmental issues. Today it remains an important day to
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 hiking and see a beautiful flower
With summer in full swing, now is a great time to explore nature in your backyard. California boasts not only the largest state parks system in the country, but also the
Every June, it happens – rainbow logos, colorful marketing campaigns and a very welcome focus on the LGBTQIA+ community from brands and organizations nationwide. At
Miranda is an Early Childhood Educator and Program Coordinator for Latino Outdoors in San Francisco, CA For over a decade my family and I have
Each year, I look forward to the month of April. Wildflowers burst with beauty along hillsides and trails. Poppies pop throughout the neighborhoods where fellow wildflower lovers have tossed seeds out into alleys
Environmental stewardship comes in many forms. You may be practicing these daily and not even know it. It’s as simple as picking up litter while hiking along a trail. It’s sharing powerful stories and traditions of
Before you head out to your favorite California State Park, there may be a few more things you should look into and consider bringing with you. Below we have
Are you a trip planner or do you go with the flow? I am definitely the planner type (even though most things never go according to plan). A trip to
While the pandemic has temporarily taken away in-person classes, work, and social gatherings, but it hasn’t taken away our hope or the outdoors. California has a wealth of outdoors spaces that can still be enjoyed safely by the community. Here at Parks California,
