Ongoing Multiple Dates: until filled Environmental Leaders Needed City:
choose Description: We want to
meet with potential environmental leaders who want to serve on the
executive committee of the Stevens & Permanente Creeks
Watershed Council. Let's talk.
Cost:
we need a volunteer Location: We can
pick a convenient place together Contact:
Mondy Lariz, (408) 356-8258, ed*spcwc.org Presented by: Stevens &
Permanente Creeks Watershed Council a fiscal project of Acterra Websites: http://www.spcwc.org .............................................
Saturday,
February 2, 2008
(9:00 am - 12:00 pm) Winter planting project at Eden Landing Ecological Reserve City: Hayward Description: Restoring this former salt
pond will increase
habitat for threatened and endangered waterfowl, shorebirds and fish,
and provide recreation opportunities for residents who have been walled
off from the shoreline for decades. Be one of the first volunteers to
dig in and restore this important habitat area.
No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Gloves, tools and all
instruction are provided. Each event is led by Save The Bay staff, who
are certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid, all site projects have
been planned to insure safety.
Cost: Free Location: Due to the sensitive nature of the
restoration site,
space is limited and RSVP is requested. Please signup online at
www.saveSFbay.org/bayevents or contact Jennie
Pardi., Directions
will be provided upon RSVP Contact: Jenni Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday,
February 2, 2008
(9:00 am - 12:00 pm) Help plant natives at San Francisquito Creek City: Palo Alto Description: The rainfall in winter makes
it the perfect
time to plant in the wetlands and this season we need your help to
plant 8,000 native plants in the Baylands! Volunteers will plant
species like blue-eyed grass, white yarrow, and sea lavender.
This program is part of Save The Bay’s ongoing wetland
restoration projects with our site partner the City of Palo Alto
Baylands Nature Preserve.
No experience necessary, all ages welcome.
Due to the sensitive nature of the restoration site, space is limited
and RSVP is requested. Please signup online at
www.saveSFbay.org/bayevents or contact Jennie Pardi.
Cost: Free Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday, February 2, 2008
(9:30 am - 12:30 pm) Creekside Restoration Workday - Woodside City: Woodside Description: -The San Francisquito Watershed Council is
hosting a native planting day in Woodside along Bear Creek on Saturday,
February 2nd from 9:30am to 12:30pm.
-Bear Creek (part of the San Francisquito Watershed) is home to diverse
plant and animal communities including several threatened species.
Native vegetation helps keep the aquatic habitat healthy and provides
critical habitat for native wildlife.
-Come help us plant California natives along a stretch of Bear Creek
behind Woodside Elementary School. Bring old clothes and study shoes,
we'll provide the plants, tools, gloves, snacks, etc..
-All ages and groups welcome-
Cost: Free Location: Woodside Elementary, 3195 Woodside Rd., Woodside, CA 94062 Contact: Ryan, 650-961-1035, ryan*sanfrancisquito.org Presented by: The San Francisquito Watershed Council Websites: http://www.sanfrancisquito.org/
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Saturday,
February 2, 2008
(10:00 am - 1:00 pm) Trash Removal Technology Tour at Lake Merritt City: Oakland Description: Over sixty storm drains empty
into this
estuarine lake, bringing down trash from the neighborhoods in the East
Bay watershed and eventually into the Bay. The City of Oakland has
installed innovative trash vortex separators in a number of storm
drains near the Lake that prevent up to 6,000 pounds of trash from
entering it per month!
Join us for a presentation explaining how they prevent trash from
flowing into the Lake and Bay, followed by a look at the vortex
separator. After learning, we will work together to remove trash from
the Lake using nets. All ages welcome, trash nets and gloves provided.
Cost: Free to Save The Bay members, Non-members join
us for $25 Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday,
February 2, 2008
(10:30 am - 12:30 pm) Class - Fruit Tree Varieties City: Palo Alto Description: Learn which varieties of
peaches, nectarines,
plums, pluots, apricots, apples and pears are the delight of
connoisseurs. You will be introduced to the best of the best-tasting
deciduous fruits that grow in this area and learn where to source your
own plants. (1 CEU). To register call 650-493-6072.
Saturday,
February 2, 2008
(2:30 pm - 5:00 pm) Beginning Bird Photography Workshop City: Fremont Description: Learn the basics in bird
photography and get to know some of the birds commonly sighted at the
refuge! This workshop will help you get the most out of your point and
shoot camera. We will discuss ideal sighting and photo taking
conditions, lighting, composition and equipment. We will also have a
slide show to familiarize you with some common shorebirds at the
refuge. Our discussion will be followed by an easy, late afternoon walk
where we will spot birds and take photos. Bring your binoculars and/or
digital or film camera, warm clothing, and a comfortable pair of
walking shoes. Space is limited to 25 people. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
Call 510-792-0222 ext. 43.
Cost: Free Location: Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National
Wildlife Refuge, 1 Marshlands Rd, Fremont, Ca 94536 (map) Contact: Visitor Center, 510-792-0222 ext. 43
Presented by: Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National
Wildlife Refuge Websites: http://www.fws.gov/desfbay
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Sunday, February
3, 2008
(2:00 pm - 3:00 pm) A Ghost Town in SF Bay? City: Fremont Description: That’s right! On
Station Island nestled
in the salt marshes of south San Francisco Bay, the town of Drawbridge
once boomed. Was it a quiet, peaceful community of nature lovers, or a
rip-roaring gang of two-fisted rowdies? Excellent slide show and
presentation. Led by Pat Anthony.
Cost: free Location: Visitor Center at Don Edwards NWR
(map) Contact: Visitor Center, 510-792-0222 ext 43 Presented by: Pat Anthony Websites: http://www.fws.gov/desfbay/
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Tuesday, February
5, 2008
(10:00 am - 12:30 pm) Multiple Dates: Additional date: Sat, Feb 16 Docent-Led Hikes at Little Basin City: Boulder Creek Description: Hike the 2-mile Tanbark Trail
through mighty redwoods, peely madrones, and primeval ferns. Little
Basin is home to deer, bobcats, coyotes, hawks, eagles and so much
more. Spectacular redwood groves await your visit to this magical
place. Explore the campground and trail before it becomes the newest
addition to Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Sign up to hike at http://www.sempervirens.org/hikes.htm.
Cost: Free, but reservations are required. Location: 21700 Little Basin Road, Boulder Creek
– directions will be sent upon reservation Contact: Melanie Kimbel, 650-968-4509, mkimbel*sempervirens.org Presented by: Sempervirens Fund Websites: http://www.sempervirens.org
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Wednesday,
February 6, 2008
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm) Native Plant Nursery Volunteer Days City: Oakland Description: Volunteers will plant upland
species like
California poppy, western goldenrod, California bee plant and sticky
monkey flower that will showcase beautiful flowers and provide habitat
and food resources for pollinators and other animals. This program is
part of Save The Bay’s ongoing wetland restoration projects
with
our site partner East Bay Regional Park District.
No experience necessary, all ages welcome.
Due to the sensitive nature of the restoration site, space is limited
and RSVP is requested. Please signup online at
www.saveSFbay.org/bayevents or contact Jennie Pardi.
Cost: Free Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Friday, February
8, 2008
(9:00 am - 5:00 pm) Workshop: Championing Sustainability City: San Francisco Description: Is your organization moving
fast enough to adapt to the new global realities of sustainability? Do
you want to learn practical and innovative strategies for taking on the
role of a sustainability leader?
We invite you to a one-day creative forum to help your company or
non-profit integrate sustainability principles into its organization.
By the end of the day, you will learn innovative strategies and
frameworks for launching an effective sustainability initiative,
practical commitments to implement in your organization, and new
personal and professional connections.
Cost: Before Jan 16th, $295 Individual, $195 Teams
of 3 more more Location: ArtHouse, 1360 Mission Street, Suite 200
(between 9th and 10th in the Civic Center area, two blocks South of
Civic Center BART) Contact: Miriam Karell, 415-318-9719, miriam*threepointvision.com Presented by: Three Point Vision, Syntony Quest and
Leading Sustainable Conversations Websites: http://www.syntonyquest.org/championing-sustainability/,
http://www.syntonyquest.org
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Saturday,
February 9, 2008
(9:00 am - 3:30 pm) Marin Islands Kayak and Restoration City: San Rafael Description: Discover the Bay and help
restore it, all in
one trip! Join us for a kayak trip to the Marin Islands National
Wildlife Refuge in San Pablo Bay. Save The Bay has a permit to access
this island just once per month. This winter we need volunteers to help
us plant upland species such as buckeye, sticky monkey flower and
purple needlegrass. Minimum age is 16, all equipment and instruction
are provided. Each event is led by Save The Bay staff trained in CPR
and Wilderness First Aid and all sites have been scouted for a safe
journey.
RSVP is required.
Cost: $50 Save The Bay members, $60 non-members Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday,
February 9, 2008
(9:30 am - 4:00 pm) Workshop: Creating and Sustaining Your School Garden City: East Palo Alto Description: Are you interested in
starting a new school garden or getting new ideas from your peers on
how to sustain and expand your existing school garden program? If so,
this is the workshop for you! We will cover basics such as "Soils" and
"Planting for a School Year Harvest" and also cover "Resources for
Successful School Gardens" and a special "Easy, Low-Budget Ways to
Incorporate Cooking into the Garden Classroom." When you sign up, we
will ask you about your level of experience, so we can gear the day
with you in mind.
Saturday, February 9, 2008
(10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Canopy Tree Walk City: Palo Alto Description: Ever wonder about how a tree makes seeds?
Join Canopy and Ellyn Shea, certified arborist, for a guided tree walk
focusing on the reproductive strategies of trees.
Cost: free Location: Meet at The Childrens Library located at 1276 Harriette Street in Palo Alto. Contact: genevra ornelas, 650-964-6110, genevra*canopy.org Presented by: canopy Websites: http://www.canopy.org
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Saturday,
February 9, 2008
(10:30 am - 12:30 pm) Class - Using Native Plants in the Garden City: Palo Alto Description: Explore using California
native plants not
only for their beauty and appropriateness in our Mediterranean climate,
but also to restore our respect of nature and our place in it. Included
is an overview of how Native Americans shaped the landscape of
California using their viewpoint and plants; from creating and
restoring habitats for local wildlife to using natives for potential
sources of food, dyes, medicines, and fiber. A list and description of
natives that work well in the Bay Area will be included along with
cultural information on how to work with these very special inhabitants
of our state. (1.5 CEUs). To register call 650-493-6072.
Saturday,
February 9, 2008
(7:30 pm - 12:00 pm) Valentine's Dance Party City: palo alto Description: Connect ~ Create Community ~
Celebrate
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto Peace Umbrella invites
you to a Peace & Love & Blues & Rock &
Roll Valentine's Dance Party
"If I can not dance, I want no part in your revolution." Emma Goldma
Live Music with the awesome Bill C Ireton Band Rock & Roll
– Blues – Funk – Soul – Jazz
Bring your dancing shoes…
Cost: $9 - $15 no one turned away Location: 505 East Charleston Road, Palo Alto
(map) Contact: karen
Presented by: Peace Umbrella, PPJC, World Centric,
Acterra, Peace Action, LAVP, WILPF, Multifaith, SBM, SJ Peace Ctr, Dept
Peace Websites: http://www.uucpa.org
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Sunday, February
10, 2008
(11:00 am - 12:30 pm) Edible Plants on the Refuge Hike City: Fremont Description: Take a guided walk on
Tidelands Trail and discover which plants are edible or have medicinal
uses. We’ll taste some of these plants on the refuge, or in
commercially made products.
Cost: Free Location: Don Edwards SF Bay National Wildlife
Refuge, 1 Marshlands Rd, Fremont, CA 94536 (map) Contact: Visitor Center, 510-792-0222 ext. 43
Presented by: Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National
Wildlife Refuge Websites: http://www.fws.gov/desfbay
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Current Events
Monday, February 11, 2008
(7:00 pm - 7:00 pm) Science at the Theater - Free Community Lecture w/ Jerry Tuskan: Genomic Advances to Improve Biomass City: Berkeley Description: Genomic Advances to Improve Biomass for Biofuels
JERRY TUSKAN Joint Genome Institute, Co-Lead on Laboratory Science Program / ORNL Distinguished Scientist University of Tennessee, Professor, Entomology, Plant Pathology & Plant Sciences
Jerry Tuskan is among the world's authorities on the genetic basis of tree growth and development, with emphasis on biomass accumulations, carbon allocation and cell-wall chemistry. He is, today, among the world's authorities on the deployment of woody crops for improved biomass-to-biofuels strategies, with over 75 publications in the areas of genetic and genomics of perennial plants; including 20 exclusively related to biomass and bioenergy.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
(12:00 pm - 1:00 pm) Presentation: GGNRA Big Year City: San Francisco Description: Brent Plater presents an overview of the 2008
Golden Gate National Recreation Area "Big Year" endangered species
project at the SF Department of the Environment monthly brown bag
series. Open to public. Free.
Cost: Free Location: 11 Grove Street, San Francisco (map) Contact: Brent Plater, (415) 369-5336, bplater*ggnrabigyear.org Presented by: Brent Plater Websites: http://ggnrabigyear.org
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Wednesday,
February 13, 2008
(1:00 pm - 3:00 pm) Native Plant Nursery Days-Palo Alto City: Palo Alto Description: Winter rains make it the
perfect time to
plant in the wetlands and this season we need your help to plant 8,000
native plants in the Baylands! Volunteers will plant species like
blue-eyed grass, white yarrow, and sea lavender.
No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Due to the sensitive nature
of the restoration site, space is limited and RSVP is requested. Please
signup online at www.saveSFbay.org/bayevents or contact Jennie Pardi.
Cost: Free Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday,
February 16, 2008
(9:00 am - 12:00 pm) Volunteer Wetland Planting Project City: Oakland Description: Volunteer at Martin Luther
King, Jr. Regional
Shoreline to help us grow thousands of native wetland plants in our
nursery, plant 10,000 native seedlings on the shoreline, remove
non-native plants and remove trash and debris. This project is in
partnership with East Bay Regional Park District.
No experience necessary, all ages welcome.
Due to the sensitive nature of the restoration site, space is limited
and RSVP is requested. Please signup online at
www.saveSFbay.org/bayevents or contact Jennie Pardi.
Cost: Free Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday, February 16, 2008
(9:00 am - 12:00 pm) Field Work: Plant Restoration City: San Francisco Description: Join Lew Stringer of the National Park
Service at Inspiration Point to help with Presidio Clarkia and Marin
Dwarf-Flax restoration. RSVP required.
Cost: Free Location: Crissy Field Center, Presidio, San Francisco (map) Contact: Lew Stringer, (415) 561-4856 Presented by: Lew Stringer Websites: http://ggnrabigyear.org
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Saturday, February 16, 2008
(9:00 am - 5:00 pm) Workshop: Build or Buy an Electric Vehicle City: San Francisco, CA Description: Electric vehicles (EVs) are economical,
silent and efficient, and ecologically sound. Take this workshop to
gain an understanding of the science and technology behind the many
EVs, including comparisons, building an EV, and how EVs work.
Cost: $125 Location: Fort Mason Center, located in the historic piers and buildings of Lower Fort Mason (map) Contact: Jamie Eldrett, 707-744-2017, jamie.eldrett*solarliving.org Presented by: Steve Heckeroth and the Solar Living Institute Websites: http://www.solarliving.org
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Saturday, February 16, 2008
(10:00 am - 12:30 pm) Docent-Led Hikes at Little Basin City: Boulder Creek Description: Hike the 2-mile Tanbark Trail through mighty
redwoods, peely madrones, and primeval ferns. Little Basin is home to
deer, bobcats, coyotes, hawks, eagles and so much more. Spectacular
redwood groves await your visit to this magical place. Explore the
campground and trail before it becomes the newest addition to Big Basin
Redwoods State Park. Sign up to hike at http://www.sempervirens.org/hikes.htm.
Cost: Free, but reservations are required. Location: 21700 Little Basin Road, Boulder Creek – directions will be sent upon reservation Contact: Melanie Kimbel, (650) 968-4509, mkimbel*sempervirens.org Presented by: Sempervirens Fund Websites: http://www.sempervirens.org
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Saturday,
February 16, 2008
(10:30 am - 12:30 pm) Class - Seed Propagation City: Palo Alto Description: It all begins with a seed!
Learning GROW
BIOINTENSIVE seed propagation techniques will help you have a more
productive and efficient garden. This class will explain choosing the
best soil mix, transplanting, pricking out seedlings from flats, proper
watering, and planting by the phases of the moon. To register call
650-493-6072.
Saturday,
February 16, 2008
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm) Class - Double Digging and Bed Preparation City: Palo Alto Description: Double-digging is the first
step in a GROW
BIOINTENSIVE garden. Learn how easy, fun and productive this method can
be. Loosening the soil 24 inches deep will help to build essential soil
structure. Plants will grow much better and need less water; weeds will
come out easily. This ever-popular class includes a hands-on
demonstration at the Common Ground Demonstration Garden. (1 CEU). To
register call 650-493-6072.
Sunday, February 17, 2008
(9:00 am - 5:00 pm) Workshop: Alcohol can be a Gas City: San Francisco, CA Description: Led by noted author and PBS series host David
Blume, you’ll learn about ethanol’s history and uses, car
conversion, dealing with the economics, making, selling, and using
ethanol, and much more.
Cost: $125 Location: Fort Mason Center, located in the historic piers and buildings of Lower Fort Mason Contact: Jamie Eldrett, 707-744-2017, jamie.eldrett*solarliving.org Presented by: David Blume and The Solar Living Institute Websites: http://www.solarliving.org
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Tuesday, February
19, 2008
(6:30 pm - 8:30 pm) Third Tuesday - Sierra Club Social City: Moutain View Description: Take a photo journey through
Costa Rica Loma
Prieta Chapter Adventure leaders Sandy Venning, Jack Borok, and Joe
Schmidt. Travel to Arenal Volcano, and take a boat ride into the Cano
Negro wildlife refuge. Head for the hills of Monteverde and take a
canopy tour in the Cloud Forest. All these sights and more.
Cost: Free Location: Historic Adobe Building, 157 Moffett Blvd,
Mountain View (near the Castro train station) Contact: Kristen Ohiaeri, 650-390-8411, kristen.ohiaeri*sierraclub.org Presented by: Loma Prieta Chapter, Sierra Club Websites: http://lomaprieta.sierraclub.org
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Current Events
Thursday, February 21, 2008
(7:00 pm - 9:30 pm) Free Screening of Chicago 10 Documentary City: San Francisco Description: FREE screening of the documentary, Chicago 10, about the ’68 Democratic Convention and trial of the Chicago 7. It will be followed by a panel discussion about web-based activism.
To watch a trailer, click here: www.takepart.com/chicago10
Cost: FREE Location: Kabuki Theater, , 1881 Post Street, , San Francisco Contact: Participant Media, 310.246.7735, RSVPSF*participantmedia.com Presented by: Participant Media, Roadside Attractions, Vanity Fair Websites:
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Saturday, February 22, 2008
(10:00 am - 2:00 pm) Arroyo Viejo Creek Watershed Tour City: Oakland Zoo, Education Building Description: JOIN US! FREE Arroyo Viejo Creek Watershed
Tour Sat, Feb 22nd, 2008 10:00 - 2:00 pm Meet at Oakland Zoo, Education
Building
Join the City of Oakland’s Arroyo Viejo Watershed Awareness
Program. Immerse yourself in the natural and social history of Arroyo.
RSVP for this free event as space is limited. Please bring a bag lunch. Zoo Parking is free for Tour Participants.
To RSVP or for more information please contact Doria Robinson at (510)
665-3508 or doria@thewatershedproject.org or visit
www.thewatershedproject.org. search term: Arroyo Viejo
The Arroyo Viejo Creek Watershed Awareness Program is a project of the City of Oakland & the Oakland Zoo.
Saturday,
February 23, 2008
(9:00 am - 12:00 pm) Winter Weeding and Planting at Santa Venetia Marsh City: San Rafael Description: We need volunteers to help us
plant native
plants like coyote bush, gumplant and sticky monkey flower and weed out
invasive plants such as harding grass and fennel at this beautiful site
on Gallinas Creek. Learn about the history of wetland protection near
the Marin Civic Center. This project is in partnership with Marin
County Department of Parks and Open Space.
No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Due to the sensitive nature
of the restoration site, space is limited and RSVP is requested. Please
signup online at www.saveSFbay.org/bayevents or contact Jennie Pardi.
Cost: Free Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday,
February 23, 2008
(10:00 am - 3:30 pm) Plant and Paddle Bair Island with Save The Bay City: Redwood City Description: Join us as we paddle canoes
out to Middle
Bair Island and help restore native wetland habitat at this site that
is normally off-limits to the public. Our goal is to plant 2,500 native
plants like gumplant, alkali health and jaumea this winter and you will
be part of this exciting process! All canoe and restoration equipment
is provided, minimum age 10. Each event is led by Save The Bay staff
trained in CPR and Wilderness First Aid and all sites have been scouted
for a safe journey. RSVP is required.
Cost: $25 Save The Bay members, $35 Non-members Location: Directions will be provided upon RSVP.
Contact: Jennie Pardi, 510 452 9261 x119, bayevents*savesfbay.org Presented by: Save The Bay Websites: http://www.savesfbay.org/bayevents
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Saturday, February 23, 2008
(10:00 am - 1:00 pm) Field Work: Invasive Plant Removal City: Sausalito/Marin City Description: Enjoy stunning vistas while removing invasive
French Broom from Mission Blue habitat in the Marin Headlands. Wear
warm clothes and sturdy shoes. Snacks, tools, and gloves provided.
Carpool from Ft. Mason available. RSVP required.
Cost: Free Location: Entrance Gate, Alta Avenue, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, Marin Headlands (map) Contact: Sue Gardner, (415) 561-3067 Presented by: Sue Gardner Websites: http://ggnrabigyear.org
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Saturday, February 23, 2008
(10:00 am - 11:00 am) Exhibit: Presidio Mananita Recovery Project City: San Francisco Description: Join Kirra Swenerton at the Presidio Native
Plant Nursery to see seeds from the last living plant and learn about
recent attempts to grow new specimens. Maximum 20 participants. RSVP
required.
Cost: Free Location: Presidio Native Plant Nursery, 1244 Appleton Street, San Francisco (map) Contact: Kirra Swenerton, (415) 652-7651 Presented by: Kirra Swenerton, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy Websites: http://ggnrabigyear.org
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Saturday, February 23, 2008
(10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Greening Your Weekends – An Acterra Environmental Workshop • An Acterra Event City: San Carlos Description: Acterra, REI, and a Sense of Place have put together some fresh ideas for weekend fun that will let you get some exercise, expand your mind, or have a little adventure without burning through a lot of gasoline. Join the discussion about the best biking, hiking, boating, cultural or back-to-nature adventures in our resource-rich Bay Area, and contribute your own inspired ideas.
Cost: $5 for Acterra members, $10 for general public or join Acterra on this day and admission is free! Location: REI, 1119 Industrial Rd., San Carlos (Directions: From 101 take the Holly St. exit, follow west to Industrial Rd., head south on Industrial until Brittan Ave. REI is visible to the freeway). Contact: Ellen Wilkinson, 650-962-9876 x306, ellenw*acterra.org Presented by: Acterra, REI Websites: http://www.acterra.org
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Saturday, February 23, 2008
(10:00 am - 12:30 pm) More Than Your Standard Garden City: Berkeley Description: MORE THAN YOUR STANDARD GARDEN INTEGRATE YOUR SCHOOL GARDEN into your curriculum with this course. We will give you examples and show you how to develop standards-based lesson plans for the garden.
You will receive a course reader with resources and activities to link garden activities to California content standards in Science, Math, and Language Arts. This class focuses on standards for grades K-6.
Saturday February 23, 2008 Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School Berkeley, CA 10am-12:30pm $29
For more information about registration please go to www.thewatershedproject.org Either call 510 665 3430 or email at anu@thewatershedproject.org
Cost: $29 Location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School, Berkeley, CA Contact: Anu Basnet, 510 665 3430, anu*thewatershedproject.org Presented by: theWatershedproject Websites: http://www.thewatershedproject.org
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Saturday,
February 23, 2008
(10:30 am - 12:30 pm) Class - Compost crops and rotations City: Palo Alto Description: Learn how to grow the most
food, calories,
and soil nourishing compost materials for this summer's garden with a
dynamic plan for the health of your garden over the next 3 years. (1
CEU). To register call 650-493-6072.
Saturday, February 23, 2008
(12:30 pm - 5:00 pm) Awakening the Dreamer: Changing the Dream Symposium City: Palo Alto Description: Join us for a profound inquiry into a bold
vision to bring forth an environmentally sustainable, spiritually
fulfilling, and socially just human presence on planet Earth.
Participants gain insight into opportunities to impact the direction of
our world with everyday choices and actions.
If you are ready to be disturbed, inspired and moved to action, if you
are ready to be introduced to a thriving community of like-hearted,
deeply committed cohorts who are actively engaged in awakening from and
changing the dream of our modern industrial culture, please join us!
Saturday,
February 23, 2008
(2:00 pm - 4:00 pm) Class - Insect life for a healthier garden City: Palo Alto Description: Learn how to maximize the
eco-system
diversity that produces the best garden, as well as simple steps to
take if an insect challenge occurs. (1.5 CEUs). To register call
650-493-6072.
Sunday, February 24, 2008
(9:00 am - 5:00 pm) Find Your Dream Job in Solar City: Redwood City Description: California is one of the hottest markets in
the country for the rapidly growing solar industry. In this
illuminating one-day workshop, solar industry insider will share
strategies for finding a fulfilling job in solar, discuss key trends
and opportunities, and provide a holistic understanding of the industry
- including economics, trends, regulatory environment, marketing and
technology development.
Gain exposure to exciting solar-related career and entrepreneurship opportunities in a range of areas, including:
* Sales, marketing, and installation
* Research & development
* Government or third-party policy work
* Education & non-profits
Cost: $125 Location: Please pre-register, The Green Building
Exchange, , 305 Main Street, Redwood City CA
94063, http://www.greenbuildingexchange.com/ Contact: Liz Merry, 530-757-7808, LMerry*vervesolar.com Presented by: Solar Living Institute, Verve Solar Consulting Websites: http://www.solarliving.org/store/product.asp?catid=13&pid=1751
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Sunday, February 24, 2008
(8:30 pm - 8:30 pm) Multiple Dates: Sunday Evenings, 5:30-8:30pm - Feb 24, March 23, April 27, May 25, June 29, July 27 Meet the Faces Behind the Food We Cook Dinner Series City: Menlo Park Description: Each dinner will begin with a reception and presentation by the featured guest at 5:30 p.m. followed by a five course dinner. The dinners will use hand chosen ingredients from each celebrated guest in collaboration with Jesse Cool and the Flea St. Cafe kitchen.
Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008 Masumoto Orchard: Mas Masumoto & Family
Sunday, March 23, 2008 Full Belly Farm: Dru Rivers and Paul Muller
Sunday, April 27, 2008 Niman Ranch: Paul Willis
Sunday, May 25, 2008 Marin Sun Farm: David Evans
Sunday, June 29, 2008 Monterey Bay Aquarium & Local Fishermen: (TBA)
Sunday July 27, 2008 Boccalone: Mark Pastore and Friends
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
(6:00 pm - 8:00 pm) Speed Networking City: San Francisco Description: The Bay Area Women's Environmental Network invites you to join us as we kick off 2008 with a fun night of speed networking in San Francisco! Our first event of the New Year will be a great opportunity for our growing membership to meet, mingle and make lots of new connections. We've partnered with the SOMA Creativity Center to hold this event in their beautiful loft space, so come enjoy food, wine and networking in a relaxed speed-networking format.
Cost: $10.00 - purchase online at http://www.eventbrite.com/event/93250916 Location: SOMA Creativity Center, 81 Langton Street, Suite 13, San Francisco (off of Folsom between 7th and 8th Streets) Contact: Erin Sullivan, info*wencal.org Presented by: The Women's Environmental Network Websites: http://www.wencal.org
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Wednesday, February 27, 2008
(6:30 pm - 9:30 pm) Free EcoNow Community Event-Empowering Consumers and Transforming Business City: Berkeley Description: EcoNow Events are interactive forums that
connect you with leading green business professionals through education
and networking. Each event begins with a presentation on an
ecologically and socially responsible venture, delivered by an expert
in the field, followed by Q&A. Michael Hannigan, President-Give
Something Back Business Products Dara O'Rourke-Assoc. Prof. Dept of
Environmental Science, Policy, and Management and affiliate of Center
for Labor Research and Education, UC Berkeley Also shown:Zero Emission
No Noise Car, electric scooters and bikes To REGISTER for this event:
www.EcoNowUSA.org
Cost: FREE ($20 Suggested Donation) Location: Go Green Motors, 1500 San Pablo Ave., (one block north of Cedar at Jones), Berkeley, CA 94702 Contact: EcoNow, 888 EcoNow2 Presented by: Go Green Motors, Marin Brew Co, House of Curries Websites: http://www.EcoNowUSA.org
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Thursday, February 28, 2008
(7:00 pm - 8:30 pm) Sierra Club: Community Organizing Meeting City: Berkeley Description: : The nation’s oldest and largest environmental group—The Sierra Club—is holding an East Bay community meeting. You will:
--Hear about our campaign to make the East Bay a national leader in sustainable energy.
--Meet other interested environmentalists.
--Get volunteer and internship opportunities.
--Eat food!
Why: 2008 may be the most important legislative year for the environment in history, both locally and nationally. With the threat of climate change and rising utility prices, sustainable energy plans are crucial for this country—the Bay Area is the place to start.
Friday, February
29, 2008
(8:00 am - 5:00 pm) Multiple Dates: through Sun, March 2, 2008 Workshop: GROW BIOINTENSIVE Sustainable Mini-Farming City: Willits, CA Description: This workshop requires
pre-reading and pre-registration.
The workshop will consist of lectures, discussion, and demonstration,
including a full range of information on: Soil Preparation, Sustainable
Soil Fertility, Fertilization, Compost, Compost Crops, Efficient
Resource Use, Crops for Full Nutrition, and Crops for
Income—as
well as the perspective and whole-system approach which tie these
topics together. Discounts are available to Ecology Action members.
Lunches and a networking dinner are included; lodging and other meals
are not.
Cost: $350, plus about $70 for publications before
January 29 Location: Directions provided after registration
Contact: Ecology Action, 707-459-0150 Presented by: Ecology Action Websites: http://www.growbiointensive.org
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