Tag: "California state parks"
Arrow Gobies, Ghost Shrimp and Bubble Snails: Teachers Explore the Unique Biodiversity of San Francisco Bay
Dedicated teachers spend a week of their summer vacation delving into science, climate change, and San Francisco Bay ecology.
Post on Jul 20, 2012 by Sharol Nelson-Embry from QUEST Northern California
People's Parks: Protecting Open Spaces for Everyone
Thanks to a novel partnership between California State Parks and the Sonoma County-based nonprofit LandPaths, nearly 3,400 acres of open space filled with old-growth redwood, Douglas fir and majestic oaks in the Willow Creek watershed of the Russian River are open to visitors for the price of an hour-long orientation.
Post on Jun 27, 2012 by Liza Gross from QUEST Northern California
Fossil Collecting in the Bay Area
Many parts of the Bay Area have fossils. Can we collect them? Some situations are clear; others not so much. Perhaps it could be easier.
Post on Nov 17, 2011 by Andrew Alden from QUEST Northern California
Local Geological State Parks to Close
The state is set to close 70 state park properties this fiscal year. I call out nine that are special to Bay Area geologizers.
Post on Sep 08, 2011 by Andrew Alden from QUEST Northern California
State Parks: Back to the Drawing Board
California State Parks supporters face tough decisions after defeat of Proposition 21
Post on Nov 09, 2010 by Andrea Kissack
Reporter's Notes: Saving Our Parks
Henry Coe State Park won't be experiencing any part-time closures, but it will reduce trash and restroom service and has shuttered a new visitor center off the Pacheco Pass. So you want to reserve that primo camping spot at your favorite California State Park? You might just have to take your chances. Most state parks [...]
Post on Oct 30, 2009 by Andrea Kissack
