Bird Watching San Francisco

Oakwood Valley trail to Hill 88 loop, 8mi & 1600ft

Albany Bulb NJ Club Summer Meetup @ Albany Bulb, Albany CA

**It's the Albany Bulb quarterly meetup!** Come nature journal at the urban wilds of Albany Bulb. This bayside park has a wide variety of flora and fauna...native plants, birds in the estuary, trees, a small beach, views of the bay over to SF and Marin. Bring your own journaling supplies and spend the afternoon discovering the fascinating ecology of the Bulb while expanding, practicing, and sharing your nature journal skills. Late Summer, and the buckeyes are browning (with the little fruits starting to dangle), the buckeye is booming (pink! No, white! No, pink!) and the breeze is a-blowin'. These are the puppy days of Summer and a great time to journal the wonder! * Learn more about the Albany Bulb here: [www.albanybulb.org](https://www.albanybulb.org) * Free; Suggested $5-20 donation for the [Love the Bulb](https://www.albanybulb.org/) or [Wild Wonder Foundation](https://www.wildwonder.org/) Meetup host: Kate Rutter **Weather note:** If for any reason rain is forecast for the day of the field trip, grab an umbrella and come anyway. There’s not a lot of cover, but we can journal the wet conditions! Do note that conditions have been very warm, so bring plenty of water and sunscreen. Also, the Bulb is windy, so binder clips and wind jacket needed. **Transit & Parking:** * Public Transit is available, but it’s a bit of a walk. Take AC Transit #72 to the San Pablo+Marin Ave stop. From there, walk \~1.1 miles West. This path includes some tricky road crossings, but it’s possible. * Please post on the Meetup group for carpools. * 2-hour parking is available in two lots along Buchannan Street, and is very limited. Come a little early to be sure to get a closer spot. **How to find us:** Meet at the bench at the roundabout and near the restroom at the start of the Albany Waterfront Trail. (If you come a little late, look for people sketching. :) Location Map: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/9GsK4V3e7sde7Ww2A](https://maps.app.goo.gl/9GsK4V3e7sde7Ww2A) **Bring:** * Seasonally appropriate clothing / dress for variable (including HOT or WINDY) weather. * Sunscreen and hat. * Waterbottle (water is available onsite.) * Nature journaling supplies including binder clips * Snacks: maybe bring treats to share! * A sense of wonder and humor. * Anything else to make the day lovely for you: folding stool, magnifying loupe, umbrella, depending. ;) **Flow of the day:** * We'll gather for our opening circle at \*\*1pm\*\* and do short intros and a warm-up. Then we'll head out for journaling, either in small clusters, or solo, whichever you prefer. * We'll meet again at 3:30 for a final closing circle and connection time, then wrap. **Good to know:** * Open to all ages and ability levels. * Free, no registration is necessary (but it's nice if you RSVP on Meetup. $ suggested donation to support the organizations that make this possible. * No potable water at the site. * Accessibility: mostly flat and accessible pathways; benches and seating. Some paths are unofficial, so don’t venture beyond your comfort zone. * Bathrooms are available onsite. * Cell coverage is moderate so plan accordingly. **Bring friends and family!**

Whale spotting (Pacifica)

A Land's End Lark

When was the last time you played catch?

Toss a baseball, softball, football, volleyball around at Marina Green while meeting good people. No pressure. No teams. Just catch and conversation. Bring yourself and if you have a glove the more the merrier. **Play Catch. Catch Up.**

Green Hairstreak Corridor: Seed Collecting Workshop & Walk

***This is a special hands-on seed collecting workshop and walk where we'll collect seeds for next year's habitat restoration sites - great for beginners and pros alike! You’ll help us collect seeds to grow in our native plant nursery, or you can bring some home seeds to grow on your own!*** Help us collect native seeds to carry us through another season of habitat restoration in the Green Hairstreak Corridor. Folks who join these events help create and expand the ecosystem for this little green gem of a pollinator. We will be touring the Green Hairstreak Corridor, an urban wildlife corridor focused on protecting and building habitat for the Coastal Green Hairstreak Butterfly. We will stop at our various sites and learn about collecting seeds of various native plants. We emphasize biodiverse and ecologically relevant plants, and you will learn about many of our important native plant species. Please dress in long pants, closed-toe shoes, and layers - clothes that might get a little dirty! Bring your own water bottle and sun protection. Visit the Corridor on iNaturalist to see what's living there: [iNaturalist Monitoring Project](https://www.inaturalist.org/places/green-hairstreak-corridor) See our website to view a map of the sites: [https://natureinthecity.org/green-hairstreak](https://natureinthecity.org/green-hairstreak) We often work in light rain, but heavy rain cancels. **What to bring:** * long pants and layers (clothes that might get dirty!) * closed-toe shoes * water bottle * sun protection **Please sign our volunteer [waiver](https://forms.gle/szKbQEY3GXHegKJS9) before you arrive!** Click [here](https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?ll=37.75338433999246%2C-122.47148334999997&z=15&mid=1jyUAPD-wmfclOFwVvGiLU-byeWrlWXjM) to view a map of the Green Hairstreak Corridor sites. *There is no public restroom available in the corridor so please plan accordingly.*

BOTSWANA – Moremi Reserve Chobe NP Photographic Safari

Get checked your bucket list by visiting this fascinating destination! Start in Maun and end in Kasane! With the Safari tour Moremi reserve and Chobe NP Photographic Safari, you have a 10 days tour package taking you through Maun, Botswana and 5 other destinations in Botswana. Tour Start Maun Tour End Kasane Flights • Arrival: Day01 before 2pm • Return: Day10 after 4pm Fly IN Airport: Maun Intl. airport (Botswana) Fly OUT Airport: kasane Intl. airport (Botswana) Itinerary Day01 Maun Day02 Moremi Game Reserve Day03 Moremi Game Reserve Day04 Khwai Day05 Game drives and Mokoro excursion Day06 Chobe National Park Day07 Chobe National Park Day08 Chobe National Park Day09 Chobe National Park: game drive and cruise Day10 Chobe National Park and transfer to Kasane Cost: $3990 (Double Occupancy) $4520 (Single Supplement) Inclusions Price Includes * 2 person spacious dome tent (L3m x W3m x H2.20m) with built in groundsheet, 2 large aerating * windows with mosquito netting. * high density foam mattress, * sleeping bag and pillow. * Bucket shower facilities * A large canvas tent (7m x 5m) is used as a dining area. * Services of a professional guide, safari chef and camp assistants * Meals as per the itinerary * Tea and coffee available in camp * bottoled water is provided * Spacious and comfortable tented accommodation * High density foam matress and bedding * Services of a professional guide, safari chef and camp assistants * Utility vehicle for more than 4 pax * Game drives and local transfers in customised safari vehicles * Exclusive camping in private campsites within the national parks and reserves * All entrance and camping fees within the national parks and reserves * All meals (mineral water, tea, coffee) whilst in Travel Creations Botswana Tented Camps * All activities as specified in the itinerary * All transportation included as per the itinerary. Please mind that the tour starts in Maun and ends in Kasane Price Excludes * Flights * Meals other than mentioned in the itinerary * Personal Expenses * Optional activities * Travel insurance / Visa * Tips ———————————————— For detailed itinerary and to reserve your seat follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/botswana-moremi-reserve-chobe-np-photographic-safari/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/botswana-moremi-reserve-chobe-np-photographic-safari/) Questions? Text / Call - 2023787696 - Himanshu - Organizer

Jackie Greene and his band will be rocking the gazebo and menke park, photo 👇

A real treat to enjoy Jackie and his band. Lead guitar Black Crows 2013 Playing ROCK and ROLL from the Black Crows So let's enjoy the time machine Bring whatever chair etc.

Thursday Nature Walk - Lobos Valley Overlook (Presidio)

What: A 2.3 mile slow walk with 338 feet of elevation gain. When: Every Thursday at 5:30pm Where: Meet at the Lobos Valley Overlook (just up the hill from the 15th Avenue Presidio entrance) Who: Anyone is welcome! Why: Real life connection...to nature and to the community I live in.

The Golden Gate Dozen: San Francisco’s Newest Cross-City Trail

The Golden Gate Dozen: San Francisco’s Newest Cross-City Trail Join me as we explore San Francisco’s newest official urban trail—the Golden Gate Dozen! Where every mile tells a story, and every step reveals another side of San Francisco Recently introduced by the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy and the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, this 13-mile route links together 12 spectacular national park sites stretching from Crissy Field to Fort Funston. We’ll experience some of the city’s most iconic landscapes while discovering the history, ecology, and hidden stories that make this one of America’s most remarkable urban national parks. Highlights include: * Crissy Field * Presidio Tunnel Tops * Fort Point * Baker Beach * China Beach * Lands End * Sutro Baths * Sutro Heights * Ocean Beach * Fort Miley * Fort Funston * And countless breathtaking coastal viewpoints along the way. As a fourth-generation San Franciscan, I’ll share local history, personal stories, and little-known facts that bring these places to life. We’ll take a comfortable pace with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the scenery, take photos, and appreciate the incredible diversity of landscapes found within one city. Walk Details * Distance: Approximately 13 miles * Elevation Gain: About 1,300–1,500 feet * Pace: Moderate (around 3 mph with frequent stops) * Duration: Approximately 5½–6½ hours * Difficulty: Moderate. Participants should be comfortable walking the distance and handling hills. What to Bring * Comfortable walking shoes * Layers for changing weather * Water and lunch/snacks * Sunscreen and a camera This is a wonderful opportunity to experience San Francisco as few people ever do—following a continuous route through beaches, bluffs, forests, military history, and some of the finest coastal scenery in California. Come discover why the Golden Gate National Recreation Area is often called one of the world’s greatest urban parks.

Roaming Crocker Amazon and San Bruno Mountain

On the 15th we will cross city limits and head up to the saddle of San Bruno Mountain again. On the way we will visit one of the city's less fashionable neighbourhoods, Crocker Amazon. I have been wanting to do this roam again for a while, but waited until the bathroom rebuild at the San Bruno Mountain picnic area was finished - which it now is (and I rate the new bathrooms pretty highly!) As you can imagine, there is some climbing involved to get onto the mountain, though perhaps not as much as you might think. There is also a short steep scramble on dirt to get off it. We will take a few off-road trails on the mountain itself. *Bringing water, snacks, and layers for all the microclimates is the way to go.* *These roams are offered by donation. They are one way I am able to pay my rent in San Francisco.* *Punctuality is always appreciated, for the sake of everybody's time. Please send a message on the app before the start if you are running late, and we will either wait (up to ten minutes) of I will direct you on how to catch up. Once we get underway I have to focus on those who are there, and most likely won't respond.* *Generally half the people who sign up don't actually show up on the day. I do track flakiness and remove people who have a poor attendance record. It is discourteous to those on the waitlist who would like to attend.* *Sending me a message explaining that you can't make it is always appreciated.*

Start Your Saturday with Qigong 免费大雁功, 开始美好一天

**Start your Saturday with Qigong** Gentle movement. Mindful breathing. Restored balance. Join our **free weekly sessions** to improve focus, reduce stress, and boost energy. All levels are welcome—perfect for beginners and families! **When & Where** 📍 San Francisco Marina Branch Library – Outdoor Patio *(Between the library and the children’s playground)* 🚍 Short walk from Muni lines 30, 45, 22, 28, and 43 🚗 Free/permit parking at Marina Green Park (12-min walk) **What to Bring** ☀️ Sunscreen, hat, gloves for sun protection 🌧️ Sessions canceled if it rains **Featured on the SF Marina Branch Library calendar:** https://sfpl.org/locations/marina