Illuminating Dark Matter Robert McGehee, Doctoral Candidate, Physics Department, UC Berkeley Dark matter is the cosmic parent of all vast structures in the night sky, including our own Milky Way galaxy. Yet, we know so little about this mysterious stuff that constitutes over 80% of the material universe. This talk will illuminate our universe’s elusive […]
Balance in Nature: hike with docent Maria de la Fuente. Let?s find Balance within nature and ourselves as we hike among the Redwoods.ÿ Let see and feel our connection. Distance (mi): 6.1. Elevation Gain (ft): 1,578. Moderately Strenuous.
Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity (RSVP)- hike with docent Caryn Lowe. ?Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!? -Thoreau.ÿScience is proving what people have known for ages ? going out into nature is one of the best ways to connect with your creative mind. Mt. Tam […]
Pancake Breakfast: hike with docent Sue Karp. Travel the route of the old stagecoach that ran in the early 1900's from Stinson Beach to historic West Point Inn. Enjoy a fun pancake breakfast ($10 adults/$5 kids), along with a bit of history of the historic inn and the ""Crookedest Railroad in the world.""ÿ Bathe in […]
NorthSide/SouthSide: hike with docent Robert Freinkel. Determine differences between north and south side of Mt Tamalpais. Search for blooming fall plants. Experience the diversity of plants and terrain on Marin's most famous landmark Distance (mi): 4.6. Elevation Gain (ft): 1112. Moderately Strenuous.
The Cool North Side: hike with docent Karen Ulring. We'll be hiking on the cool north side with a stop at Colier Springs to learn of John Collier and Mt Tam history.ÿ Will be a good workout. Distance (mi): 7.4. Elevation Gain (ft): 1959. Strenuous.
Saturday, October 26 at 9:30 AM from Rock Spring trailhead. "Alpine Dam History" Interpretive hike with docent Nancy Benjamin. As this year marks the 100th anniversary of Alpine Dam, Nancy will talk about the construction of the Dam and Marin’s drinking water. She will be referencing to historian Jack Gibson’s book. Hikers will descend to Alpine […]
Balance in Nature: fitness hike with docent Maria de la Fuente. Let?s find Balance within nature and ourselves as we hike among the Redwoods.ÿ Let see and feel our connection Distance (mi): 6.1. Elevation Gain (ft): 1578. Moderately Strenuous.
Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity (RSVP) - interpretive hike with docent Caryn Lowe. ?Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!? -Thoreau.ÿScience is proving what people have known for ages ? going out into nature is one of the best ways to connect with your creative mind. […]
Coastal Views and more: Fitness hike with docent Franklin Young. First we will hike through old growth Redwood trees along Webb Creek. Then we will enjoy expansive views of the Pacific, Stinson Beach and Bolinas lagoon. And finally we will make our way back to Pantoll though California laurel trees.ÿ ÿ ÿ Distance (mi): 6.9. […]
Saturday, November 16th at 9:30 AM from Bootjack Trailhead. "Ferns and Redwoods" hike with docent Karen Ulring. Come enjoy the ferns and redwoods in this lush area of Mt Tam. Learn about Ben Johnson and his cohorts in the early days of Mt Tam State Park.. Distance (mi): 6.3. Elevation Gain (ft): 1,500. Moderately Strenuous.Limited […]
Pre-Thanksgiving Exercise: Fitness hike with docent Robert Feist. Here?s your chance for some great exercise before the Thanksgiving holiday!ÿ Join us for this scenic loop that offers varied terrain and views to please everyone!ÿ Fun for sure for all! Distance (mi): 8.9. Elevation Gain (ft): 1775. Strenuous.
Saturday, December 7thTime: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Rock Spring Trailhead."Mindfulness in Nature" Interpretive hike with docent Alexandra Jurasin.Explore your senses in nature while being guided through mindfulness practices. Finish the hike feeling like you've just had a rejuvenating shower for your mind. Distance (mi): 4.5. Elevation Gain (ft): 722. Moderate.Distance: 4.5 milesElevation gain: 722 ft.Moderate.What to bring: […]