Park Preview: Mark West

Sat · Oct 24·10 AM – 3 PM·Mark West Creek Regional Park and Preserve

Explore Sonoma County's newest parklands at Mark West Creek Regional Park before public opening.

Sat · Nov 21·10 AM·Miller/Knox (Richmond): Dornan Drive Parking Lot (North)

Guided Wellness Walk at Miller/Knox Shoreline covers Leave No Trace basics, trail prep, then offers flat or varied terrain hikes with light refreshments, for ages 5 and up.

Sat · Nov 21·10 AM – 1 PM·EcoCenter, 2560 Embarcadero Road · Palo Alto, CA

Explore hands‑on Earthquake and plate‑tectonics activities on the EcoCenter deck, plus rock‑formation and mineral‑property stations, with volunteer info available.

Sat · Nov 21·10 AM·Del Valle (Livermore): Visitor Center

A short 0.5‑mile walk from the Visitor Center lets participants spot park animals that inspired Pokémon like Pikachu, Squirtle, and Charmander; $5 parking fee for all ages.

Sat · Nov 21·10 AM – 11:30 AM·Palo Alto Baylands, 2560 Embarcadero Rd, Palo Alto, CA

Expert EV docents lead a low‑impact hike exploring Baylands science, plant and animal adaptations, and conservation, free at Palo Alto Baylands, ages 6 and up.

Wed · Oct 28·8:30 AM – 10:30 AM·Spring Lake Regional Park

Leisurely bird walks at Spring Lake Regional Park cater to all experience levels.

Wed · Oct 28·9:30 AM – 12:30 PM·Doran Regional Park

Ice plant removal volunteers restore native coastal habitat at Doran Regional Park.

Thu · Oct 29·9 AM – 12 PM·Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Preserve

Volunteer for invasive plant removal at Taylor Mountain Regional Park and Preserve, clearing non‑native species to make space for native plants and wildlife.