Life, Liberty, and Libraries: Our Summer Literary Lineup
Public lands and public libraries: A dynamic duo partnering for the enjoyment of all communities! This summer, feed your sense of adventure at free and fun activities from the San Francisco Public Library, National Park Service, and Parks Conservancy—including the fourth edition of our StoryWalks series on Crissy Field with reading programs, ranger talks, park shuttles, and more. More >>

Summer 2018 Guide for the Hip and Happening
Escape the summer “brrrs” of San Francisco and cozy up with us at one (or all) of the events and happenings taking place in the parks from June through August. More >>

Expert Tips for Whale Watching in the Golden Gate National Parks
Thar she blows! Your coastal parklands are parallel to a marine passage for migrating humpback whales, gray whales, blue whales, orcas, and so many more leviathans. We talked to the experts about what you can do to enhance your chances of spotting a whale spout on your next visit. More >>

Did You Know

From tales to trails, this summer, you can read books as you hike two scenic overlooks in the Presidio. A StoryWalk is a creative way to enjoy the park on a family-friendly, accessible trail while seeing an adventure unfold at the same time. Pages of Her Right Foot, written by Dave Eggers and illustrated by Shawn Harris, have been put on signs and placed along the Crissy Field Promenade. Venture over to Mountain Lake to find I Wrote You a Note by Lizi Boyd.

(Photo by Alison Taggart-Barone)

Park Pic of the Month

Kicking back in the parks never felt so good! When you attend one of our Trail Mixer “happy hours” you are directly supporting the Golden Gate National Parks—all while lazing in style with fellow nature enthusiasts!

From now until August, don’t miss these events happening on the second Thursday every month. Our fabulous LGBTQ+ Pride edition on Thursday, June 14, from 6-8:30 p.m. will be a must-see extravaganza!

(Photo by Curran White)

Volunteer

Saturday, June 2, is National Trails Day, a nationwide event celebrating our pathways to adventure! At Golden Gate, the Trail Crew will be working hard to improve the Tennessee Valley Trail in Marin County. Participants can expect to do some habitat restoration for the endangered Mission blue butterfly. Sign up to volunteer >>

6/1	Bees of Alcatraz >>
6/2	Give Back Kick Back >>
6/2	National Trails Day >>
6/5	Botany Series: Intro to Grass Identification >>
6/6	An Evening at Muir Woods >>
6/8	Nursery Series: Intro to Seed Collection and Cleaning >>
6/9	San Geronimo Ridge Bioblitz Hosted by Marin County Parks and One Tam >>
6/9	Oh, Snap! Golden Gate National Recreation Area Photowalk >>
6/10	Point Bonita Lighthouse Tour >>
6/12	John Muir Laws: Nature Journal Workshop >>
6/14	Trail Mixer “Happy Hour” - Pride in the Parks >>
6/16	South Asian Community Volunteer Day >>
6/16	Presidio Kite Festival >>
6/16	Volunteer at Black Point Historic Gardens >>
6/19	Marin Headlands Nursery >>
6/22	Golden Gate Maintenance >>
6/23	Women’s Summer Trail Day >>
6/24	Point Bonita Lighthouse Tour >>
6/27	Alcatraz Historic Gardens >>
6/30	Alcatraz Historic Gardens Youth Program >>
6/30	Pasados del Presidio - San Francisco’s “Birthday” >>

See all upcoming events >>

Explore Every Twist and Turn on Mt. Tam
Ready for a hike? Mount Tamalpais Trails reveals well-known paths and secret places shared by author Barry Spitz, who walked and measured every trail. Spitz’s encyclopedic knowledge of the mountain’s complex network will astound and inspire you. 368 pages, 160 trails and fire roads, maps, color photos, 6” x 9” paperback. $19.95 (members $16.96). Start exploring >>