5:30pm Hike with docent Robert Feist from Bootjack
When: Wednesday April 4 @5:30pmTrailhead: BootjackDocent: Robert FeistTopic: Mt Tam HistoryDescription: Come to the first Wed eve hike of the season! Experience the mountain like no other time - softening daylight to the beautiful hues of sunset! A perfect opportunity for mid-week excercise enjoying the splendors of Mt Tam!Difficulty: R
VC – Cate Zovod – 11-4
Mt Tamalpais East Peak Mt. Tam Gravity Car Barn, Mill Valley, United States9:30am CANCELLED (Hike with docent Joan Lamphier from Pantoll)
CANCELLED for rain and high windsWhen: Saturday April 7 @9:30Trailhead: PantollDocent: Joan Lamphier Topic: BirdsDescription: Mt Tam's diverse habitats support a variety of bird species and lifestyles. Walk with Joan to learn about the variety of habitats on the mountain and how that are used by different species.Difficulty: EThis walk is offered in collaboration with […]
9:30am CANCELLED (Hike with docent Marie Bush from Rock Spring)
CANCELLEDWhen: Sunday April 1 @ 9:30amTrailhead: Rock SpringHike Docent: Marie BushTopic: WaterDescription: Climb Ben Stein and then follow the water in the Cataract creek, pass the water fall and back. Rather short 5 miles, but somewhat challenging for novices. Meditate on the sound of water and silence the chatter in your head.Difficulty: Regular
9:30am Hike with docent Tracy Stuart from Rock Spring
When: Sunday April 8 @9:30amTrailhead: Rock SpringDocent: Tracy Stuart Topic: Health and Happiness Description: Enjoy your endorphin high and share it with other hikers while exploring a landscape of Ferns, Sargent cypress trees, Serpentine Rock, Douglas Fir and Free flowing creeks. Meet New Friends! Other information: Dog friendly hike. Dogs must be on a max 6ft. […]
FMT Board Mtg
Northgate, 5800 Northgate Mall, San Rafael, CA 94903, USA 501 Northgate Dr, San Rafael, CA, United StatesCommunity Room - second floor - enter by food court
5:30pm Hike with Karen Sapper from Mt Home
Evening HikeWhen: Wednesday, April 11 @5:30pmTrailhead: Mt HomeDocent: Karen SapperTopic: Fern CreekDescription: From Mt Home down into the lush canyon of Fern Creek. Spring Waters and Wild Flowers. A delight to the senses.Difficulty: M
9:30am Hike “Silence and sounds of nature” with docent Rosalind Gottfried from Pantoll parking lot.
Saturday, April 14 @9:30am from Pantoll parking lot. "Silence and sounds of nature" led by docent Rosalind Gottfried. --Mindfulness in nature will be explored, especially in relationship to the sounds, and silences, on the trail. Meet in Pantoll parking lot, near bathrooms. Dark green Camry, will have a sign indicating Friends of Mt Tam hike. Moderate.
9:30 Hike “Nature’s Reciprocity” by docent Marie Bush, from Bootjack trailhead.
Sunday April 15 @9:30am from Bootjack trailhead. "Nature's Reciprocity" by docent Marie Bush. --We will explore the theme of Nature's Reciprocity. In our exploration, we will consider the ways in which death or 'waste' is essential to nourished, vibrant life. As we walk, we might discuss topics such as mushrooms, algae, bacteria, and even the human's role […]
5:30pm Hike “Lichens” with docent Sue Karp, from Pantoll trailhead.
Evening Hike Wednesday, April 18 @5:30pm from Pantoll trailhead. "Lichens" with docent Sue Karp. --What are Lichens? Where do they grow? Come along and explore their mystery. Easy.
9:30 Hike “Mindfullness in Nature” led by docent Alexandra Jurasin, from Rock Spring parking lot.
Saturday April 21 at 9:30am from Rock Spring parking lot. "Mindfullness in Nature" led by docent Alexandra Jurasin Experience all of your senses in nature, while being guided through mindfulness practices, and finish the hike feeling like you've just had a shower for your mind. Regular.
Astronomy Night – A Universe of Universes? Alex Filippenko
Cushing Memorial Amphitheater, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA 2 Cushing Dr, United StatesApr 21, 8:00pm — A Universe of Universes? AlexFilippenko, Professor of Astronomy, UC BerkeleyMany scientists now think that there might be more than a single universe.Our universe may be just one example in a farlarger “multiverse," but an unusually complex one that is conduciveto the existence of life. Come learn about the relevant linesof reasoning and their profound implications.Parking Pass Required! Visit […]
9:30 Hike “Colors and Patterns of Nature” led by docent Deborah Coburn, from Rock Spring parking lot.
Sunday April 22 @9:30am from Rock Spring parking lot. "Colors and Patterns of Nature" led by docent Deborah Coburn. --We are surrounded by genius! After 3.8 billion years of R&D, Nature has figured out what works, what lasts. Walking along, we will look carefully to see some of Nature’s color and design strategies in action. We will […]
11:00 Hike “Mt Tam Artists and Visionaries” led by docent Cate Zovod, from Pantoll trailhead.
Sunday April 22 @11am from Pantoll trailhead. "Mt Tam Artists and Visionaries" led by docent Cate Zovod. -- Since the early days of travel to Mt. Tam, the area has inspired artists. It is a wellspring of creative and spiritual renewal. This session will introduce you to the communities of artists and visionaries who have drawn inspiration […]