Making your downtime activities fun and sustainable is becoming easier. From nontoxic adhesives for art projects, to enjoyable and creative environmental activities for your children, there is a lot you can do to "green" your activities, crafts, and hobbies.

The following sites will provide you with information and resources for ways in which to make your leisure time healthy for you and the planet.

Bay Area Hiker
Extensive information about hiking and trails in the SF Bay Area.

California State Parks
Information about parks and recreation opportunities throughout California.

Crafting a Green World
Features do-it-yourself projects that incorporate reused, recycled, and natural materials.

Green Crafts and Hobby Ideas
Diversity of ideas for green activities.

Green Living: Family Activities
Family activity ideas that involve you and your children in nature and the environment.

San Mateo County Parks
Information about the 17 parks, three regional trails and numerous other county and local trails encompassing 15,680 acres in San Mateo County.

Santa Clara County Parks
Information about the 28 parks of Santa Clara County.

Ten Great Transit-Accessible Outdoor Adventures
10 adventures that invite you to explore the wild places of the Bay Area using only hiking boots or a bicycle and the local public transportation system.