Point Reyes National Seashore Association

Discover the heart of the burn zone on a challenging ten-mile loop that will focus on the area's high diversity of birds and plants.The 2020 Woodward Valley fire in Point Reyes burned five thousand acres having many impacts. Most scientists feel that most of these impacts were beneficial to the plants, animals and ecosystem as … Continued

The smartphone has become the camera of choice for many. Learn how new apps can unlock your full potential to take breathtaking photos!With excellent image quality, portability, and easy images sharing, the smartphone has become the camera of choice for many, and for many it’s their only camera. While you can get captivating images with … Continued

How can you tell a moth from a butterfly? Meet butterflies and learn the answers to all your butterfly questions as we explore Muddy Hollow.In this introduction to butterflies you’ll meet 8 -12 species from different families (Swallowtails, Brushfoots, Gossamer Wings, Pierids, and Skippers) and have a chance to observe behaviors like nectaring, puddling, and … Continued

A Forest Bathing walk is a guided slow meander intended to allow for a deep and meaningful connection with the natural world.Forest Bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which can be loosely translated to “taking in the medicine of the forest” . This practice was established in the 1980's in Japan as a direct response to declining health … Continued

Learn tracking basics in Pt.Reyes! Identify animal tracks and gaits, feeding sign and scat analysis, and nests or burrows.will do a classic tracking wander, noting details of animal presence and interactions in the environment. We will learn to move slowly, lower our profile, and open our senses to enter the easily overlooked world of track … Continued

Learn tips to turn your iPhone photos into real keepers!It is so easy to take out your phone and grab that photo; but with a little knowledge and practice, your photos can become real "keepers". Maximize the potential of that phone camera. The phones may be smart; but YOU can be smarter. With updated techniques … Continued