Calendar

Apr
25
Sat
Earth Day Service Projects with County Parks
Apr 25 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

The creation of Earth Day on April 22, 1970 marked what many consider to be the birth of the environmental movement. Today it is regarded as the largest civic event in the world. This year’s theme: “It’s Our Turn to Lead”, is one that Marin residents have embraced since the first Earth Day celebrations. Let’s keep up the good work, Marin! Join us to clean-up and restore Bothin Marsh, Corte Madera Creek, Hal Brown Park, or Ring Mountain; be part of the fun and the Earth Day legacy! Look to get involved locally; visit earthdaymarin for a complete list of Earth Day service projects happening in Marin County. All skill levels are welcome and no previous experience is necessary. All ages are welcome; anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

Ring Mountain Grassland Restoration Project
Apr 25 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Join Marin County Parks for our monthly drop-in volunteer workday as we focus on restoring the grasslands of Ring Mountain! Ring Mountain is home to numerous rare and endangered plants, but this habitat is being threatened by invasive species. Volunteer work may include invasive species removal, seed collecting, tarping, and/or installing native plants. Educational components are included as we discuss the plants and animals that inhabit this unique place and explain how volunteer activities are having a positive impact. Drop-in days are held on the last Saturday of every month (except November and December). Volunteer work is mildly strenuous and involves bending, pulling, and kneeling, and usually requires a short hike to the site. Dress in layers you can get dirty, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water. Please bring gloves if you have them. Snacks and extra water will be provided. In the event of heavy rain and/or high winds call (415) 473-5058 to find out about event status. RSVP’s are appreciated but not required. Questions or to RSVP: Contact Ring Mountain Stewardship Coordinator Sarah Minnick at (415) 473-5058 or SMinnick@marincounty.org. Meet at the gate at the end of Taylor Rd in Tiburon. DIRECTIONS: From Hwy 101 in Corte Madera, take the exit for Tamalpais Dr east. Go straight onto San Clemente, which merges into Paradise Dr after 0.4 miles. Follow Paradise Dr approximately 1.7 miles, turn right onto Taylor Rd, and follow to end (dead end).

May
20
Wed
Flood Control Zone 9 Advisory Board Meeting @ San Anselmo Town Hall
May 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The agenda and staff report will be posted as soon as they are available and at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. For additional information about the Ross Valley Watershed Program, please visit the Ross Valley Watershed webpage at: http://www.marinwatersheds.org/rossvalleywatershed-org/

May
21
Thu
Monthly Board Meeting and Annual Meeting @ San Anselmo Historical Society Room, 110 Tunstead Avenue, San Anselmo.
May 21 @ 7:00 pm
May
30
Sat
Creekside Restoration with Save The Bay
May 30 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Join Marin County Parks and Save The Bay staff to learn about the history of San Francisco Bay and Creekside Marsh, and be a part of a community-based effort to enrich important habitat areas of Hal Brown Park! Volunteer work is mildly strenuous and involves bending, pulling, and kneeling, and hiking on steep and uneven terrain. It is possible for volunteers as young as 5 years old to join if teamed with a parent or guardian. Dress in layers you can get dirty, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water. In the event of heavy rain and/or high winds call (415) 763-2977 to find out about event status. In the event of cancellation, program will be rescheduled. Pre-registration is required. To register, or for additional information visit savesfbay. Meet across from Marin General Hospital at Hal Brown Park at Creekside. DIRECTIONS: From Hwy 101 in Larkspur, take the exit for Sir Francis Drake Blvd west 1.2 miles. Turn left onto Bon Air Rd and follow 0.3 miles. The park is on the right.

Ring Mountain Grassland Restoration
May 30 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Join Marin County Parks on Ring Mountain to help restore habitat on this special volunteer day. We’ll protect the endangered Tiburon mariposa lily by finding and removing invasive tocolote and yellow star thistles. These invasive plants were once a thriving population on the rise, but this annual removal effort is yielding positive results. We have not found yellow star thistle in several years and tocolote star thistle is now on the decline. We’ll also finish the day with storytelling and activities for kids! Join us to become part of this habitat restoration success story. Drop-in days are held on the last Saturday of every month (except November and December). All skill levels are welcome and no previous experience is necessary. All ages are welcome; anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a supervising adult. Dress in layers you can get dirty, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water. Snacks, lunch, and extra water will be provided. In the event of heavy rain and/or high winds call (415) 473-3778 to find out about event status. In the event of cancellation, program will be rescheduled. RSVP’s are appreciated but not required. Questions or to RSVP: Contact Volunteer Coordinator Greg Reza at (415) 473-3778 or GReza@marincounty.org. Meet at the gate at the end of Taylor Rd in Tiburon. DIRECTIONS: From Hwy 101 in Corte Madera, take the exit for Tamalpais Dr east. Go straight onto San Clemente, which merges into Paradise Dr after 0.4 miles. Follow Paradise Dr approximately 1.7 miles, turn right onto Taylor Rd, and follow to end (dead end).

Jun
16
Tue
Flood Control Zone 9 Advisory Board Meeting @ Drake High School Student Center
Jun 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Advisory Board will hear a presentation of the results of the Flow Reduction Study, which reviewed flood control projects currently proposed in the Program and additional projects previously eliminated or not considered. The public is invited to attend this meeting to learn about and provide public comment on the results of the Flow Reduction Study. The public is also invited to submit comments via email to Senior Civil Engineer, Russ Eberwein, at reberwein@marincounty.org until June 16, 2015.

The agenda, staff report, Flow Reduction Study Draft Report, and other meeting documents are now available online from the County calendar: http://www.marincounty.org/main/Calendar.aspx?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D114906371

For additional information about the Ross Valley Watershed Program, please visit the Ross Valley Watershed webpage at: www.rossvalleywatershed.org

Jul
16
Thu
Monthly Board Meeting @ San Anselmo Historical Society Room, 110 Tunstead Avenue, San Anselmo.
Jul 16 @ 7:00 pm
Jul
19
Sun
Cascade Canyon Walk
Jul 19 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Join Marin County Parks for a walk through shaded forests and serpentine laced clearings with a variety of natural wonders. The upper reach of the canyon still holds water and acts as a magnet for wildlife. Remember to bring binoculars, if you have them. This walk is for ages 15 and up. They request that no pets (except service animals) attend. High fire danger cancels: Call (415) 893-9527 after 8 a.m. on the morning of the event to hear a recorded message if cancelled. Questions: Contact Dave Herlocker at (415) 893-9508.

Jul
25
Sat
Ring Mountain Grassland Restoration
Jul 25 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Join Marin County Parks for its monthly drop-in volunteer workday as they focus on restoring the grasslands of Ring Mountain! Ring Mountain is home to numerous rare and endangered plants, but this habitat is being threatened by invasive species. Volunteer work may include invasive species removal, seed collecting, tarping, and/or installing native plants. Educational components are included as they discuss the plants and animals that inhabit this unique place and explain how volunteer activities are having a positive impact. Drop-in days are held on the last Saturday of every month (except November and December). Volunteer work is mildly strenuous and involves bending, pulling, and kneeling, and usually requires a short hike to the site. Dress in layers you can get dirty, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water. Please bring gloves if you have them. Snacks and extra water will be provided. RSVP’s are appreciated but not required. Questions or to RSVP: Contact Ring Mountain Stewardship Coordinator Sarah Minnick at SMinnick@marincounty.org or (415) 473-5058. Meet at the gate at the end of Taylor Rd in Tiburon. DIRECTIONS: From Hwy 101 in Corte Madera, take the exit for Tamalpais Dr east. Go straight onto San Clemente, which merges into Paradise Dr after 0.4 miles. Follow Paradise Dr approximately 1.7 miles, turn right onto Taylor Rd, and follow to end (dead end).