November 22, 2023
Greetings!                
Acorn woodpecker, common raven, brown creeper, chestnut-backed chickadee, American crow, California scrub-jay, black phoebe, California quail…these are some of the community members I listened to on a short walk outside of my office at Bear Valley today. The Woodpecker Trail is a sweet loop where we introduce youth to the interdependent relationships of an ecosystem. We start with a gratitude circle to ground them in the goodness of connection. Today, I am so grateful to you for how you connect with our conservation, education, and community-building work throughout the year.

I hope you will get a chance to celebrate the abundance of public land with a visit to the Seashore over the holiday weekend. If you are in the Bear Valley area, please join us for the four-year anniversary of our full moon walk program on Saturday, view the gallery of art from the California Coastal Commission’s Youth Art & Poetry Contest at the Bear Valley Visitor Center, or take your own self-guided walk on the Woodpecker Trail. 
 
This park is a gift for which we can all give thanks. 
Gratefully yours,
Donna Faure
Executive Director
Woodpecker Trail Species Bingo
The Woodpecker Trail is a short, one-mile stretch that encompasses a rich diversity of habitats and creatures. Along the trail, you'll find vistas showing off the power of tectonic plates, an open meadow perfect for species spotting, and a dense tree canopy filled with bird song.

Use this one-page species guide for some family fun on the trail this holiday season. You can also read through this in-depth guide to learn everything you need to know about the trail. Take your time; close observation yields many hidden treasures!
Winter Field Institute Classes
Sat, Nov. 25, 3:30pm - 6:30pm

A special gathering to celebrate the 4th anniversary of our monthly member full moon hikes!
Sun, Dec. 10, 10:00am - 4:30pm

Explore the mysterious and fascinating world of wild mushrooms at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Sun, Dec. 17, 9:30am - 3:30pm

The Christmas Bird Count monitors 200+ species at Point Reyes each year. Join us to practice and enjoy!
Welcome New Staff!
Celeste Chavez Hernandez
Bilingual Environmental Educator

Celeste found her passion for environmental justice in high school and carried that over to her work with youth in nature immersion programs. She's a strong advocate for equitable policy that protects, supports, and empowers all people.
Avani Fachon
Science Communication Intern

Avani holds a B.A. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and works in the intersection of ecological research and storytelling. At PRNSA, she's excited to develop multimedia materials to share stories of the landscape and ecosystems.
Michael Morales
Fisheries Lead Technician

Michael is a professional fisheries and aquatic wildlife technician from Ventura, CA. He's excited to be working in Point Reyes, where he can enjoy the presence of nature in proximity to the diversity of people, arts, and culture of the Bay.
All gifts up to $25,000 will be matched through December 31. That means that... $25 becomes $50, $100 becomes $200, and $500 becomes $1,000!
We partner with the National Park Service to create opportunities for all people to experience, enhance, and preserve Point Reyes National Seashore for present and future generations.
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