Stories at the Seashore
From tiny mushrooms to the grand starry sky—presenting the stories of Point Reyes National Seashore.
Photographer Spotlight: Crystal Collins
Crystal Collins is a fine art photographer raised in the quiet expanse of rural Northern California where an early connection to the natural world shaped her artistic lens. Her work is rooted in the landscapes of the California coast and its delicate marshlands, capturing the quiet poetry of these places in soft, ethereal tones. Through minimal composition and gentle light, Crystal invites viewers into serene, contemplative spaces—reminding us of nature’s quiet rhythms and the beauty found in stillness.
January-February 2026 Monthly Marvels: Acorn Woodpecker Drama & Magical Scarlet Elf Cups
This January and February, the park is bustling with winter happenings of all kinds. Acorn woodpeckers are tending to their…
Of Snoozing Badgers & Puffball Mushrooms: Exploring Point Reyes’ Wintertime Grasslands
During the rainy season, Point Reyes grasslands become blanketed with young verdant sprouts—the start of the spring green-up. Often overshadowed…
The Rhythms of Point Reyes Wildlife
As PRNSA’s wildlife biological technician, the rhythm of Aiko Goldston’s work throughout the year reflects the philopatric behavior of several…
~3,000 Coho Salmon Released in Redwood Creek
Last month, ~3,000 juvenile coho salmon were released into Redwood Creek at Muir Beach to help boost the watershed’s population…
Mira is on the Mend!
Mira, a member of our Morgan Horse Ranch equine ensemble, is on the road to recovery!
A Badger Rescue at Point Reyes!
A few weeks ago, a National Park Service staff member found an injured badger in Point Reyes National Seashore, most…
