Welcome to April at the Seashore! Spring flowers are starting to sprout, bird song rings through the air, and the weather brings new warmth into each day.
This month we have a great lineup of classes and programs—from birding to natural history to mindful movement—and an exciting announcement about our newest team member. We also have some important park closures in place and updates to share.
Scroll through this April Update to explore what's happening at Point Reyes this month. We hope to see you in the park soon!
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Zoe Duerksen-Salm
Communications & Grants Manager
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Fri, Apr. 12, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Spring is a great time to enjoy a variety of birds in terrestrial and aquatic habitats. We'll focus on identification by sight and sound. Info & Registration
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Fri, Apr. 12, 9:30am - 3pm
Learn about unique local geology, tectonics, climate cycles, and coastal processes as you hike and explore scenic park beaches! Info & Registration
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Sat, Apr. 13, 9am - 1pm
Spring wildflowers carpet the outer bluffs of Point Reyes. Learn names, uses, and butterfly hosts, then view elephant seals too! Info & Registration
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Sun, Apr. 14, 9am - 4:30pm
This eight-mile hike takes us to a dramatic meeting of land and estuary for a full day of natural history exploration! Info & Registration
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Sat, Apr. 20, 9am - 1:30pm
Nature enhances our creativity, compassion and joy. Explore how awareness and belonging can reduce stress and lift our spirits! Info & Registration
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Wed, Apr. 24, 7pm - 8:30pm
Amy Tan joins PRNSA and Point Reyes Books to celebrate her new book—a witty, gorgeous account of birding, nature, and the beauty around us. Info & Registration
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Sat, Apr. 27, 10am - 4pm
Experience Qigong to bask in the vibrant creative energies of spring and explore your inner garden through mixed media art! Info & Registration
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Sat, Apr. 27, 11am - 2pm
Explore the butterflies of Muddy Hollow from swallowtails to checkerspots and blues. Observe a variety of species and behaviors! Info & Registration
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Ashley Hebert
Philanthropy Events & Stewardship Manager
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Ashley grew up in the Bay Area where the redwood forest became her first teacher, sparking a curiosity that led her to study environmental education, natural history, and agroecology at UC Santa Cruz. She brings 15 years of experience creating opportunities for youth and adults to be immersed in the natural world. Learn more about Ashely here. |
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The southwestern end of Drakes Beach is temporarily closed until further notice due to the presence of elephant seals (i.e., to the right when facing Drakes Bay). More info here.
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Drakes Estero, Double Point, and the western end of Limantour Spit are closed now through June 30 to protect harbor seals during putting season. More info here.
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The restrooms at North Beach are closed until further notice for infrastructure repairs. The closest restrooms are at the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center at Drakes Beach.
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The park's garbage truck is undergoing maintenance and park staff are unable to collect refuse from the park's garbage cans and dumpsters until further notice. Please help protect wildlife by packing home all trash.
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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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