Meet the arboreal residents that call Point Reyes home! Learn to identify trees and discover their relationships to the ecosystem.Meet the arboreal residents that call Point Reyes home. Whether you know them by sight or all you see is "green,” come learn to identify species along with their stories and how they interact with the … Continued
Find your vision by discovering tips and techniques to create beautiful photos at Point Reyes!Bring out your camera and your creativity. Explore techniques and tips to create wonderful photos at beautiful Point Reyes. It is not about the camera, but really about the photographer's eye and imagination. We will inspire you to "find your vision" … Continued
Through observation, poetry and sketching, we'll explore Bear Valley creek, probing relationships between streams and their surroundings.Writing in the experimental and short form of poetry can open pathways to recording observations of place, and open our mind and perceptions to new insights. Whether you have a writing practice or just want fresh ways of connecting … Continued
Anyone can become a memberWelcome to Summer in Point Reyes, where it feel like the sun never sets. With that our full moon hikes change to our "Dusk" series. We will be spending a little more time in the light, and always end in the dark, allowing you to get back home not too late … 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
Forest bathing is a guided nature meditation, a slow meander in the forest. Slow down and experience the natural world through your sense.Through a series of carefully crafted gentle invitations participants are encouraged to slow down and experience the natural world through their senses. A Forest Bathing walk is about connecting deeply with the more … Continued
POWER with POLES! Learn individualized strategies for improving performance, confidence and strength.Learning how to use poles enables you to engage your whole body while hiking and significantly improves performance and confidence on varied terrain. Uphill pole techniques empower you to feel more push, improving your endurance and pace; downhill techniques help save your knees, hips … Continued
Experiment with writing forms, learn from listening, and hone a deep attention to the natural world as you write in the wild!Patti invites writers of all levels to join this day of generative writing. Throughout the day Patti will present three to four short structured writing workshops, focusing on various literary forms and elements of … Continued
Forest bathing is a guided nature meditation, a slow meander in the forest. Slow down to experience the natural world through your senses.Through a series of carefully crafted gentle invitations participants are encouraged to slow down and experience the natural world through their senses. A Forest Bathing walk is about connecting deeply with the more … Continued
Anyone can become a memberWelcome to Summer in Point Reyes, where it feel like the sun never sets. With that our full moon hikes change to our "Dusk" series. We will be spending a little more time in the light, and always end in the dark, allowing you to get back home not too late … Continued
Paint outdoors and capture the colors of nature in a landscape which inspires!Painting nature's beautiful colors outdoors is for beginner or experienced painters. Joan will demonstrate color mixing and layering colors, and participants can achieve two paintings over the course of the day while Joan gives individual attention to each. Insightful critiques will be included. Nature's … Continued
Easy-to-learn pole techniques and gentle exercises will empower you to maintain independence, stamina, strength, and form!When PoleWalking, you feel invigorated, taller and more confident! Join us as we discuss skills and techniques to help improve balance, endurance, spine function, walking gait and posture. Easy-to-learn techniques can help people navigate everyday obstacles and strengthen muscles that … Continued
Practice composition and color using watercolors in an inspiring outdoor setting!Learn how to see a good composition and nature's colors. Beginners or experienced painters will enjoy working on two landscapes (or more!) outdoors. Joan will demonstrate how to begin a painting, how to see the colors and lay down the paint. She will work individually … Continued
