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‘If You See a Bud, Count it…’
By Steve Martarano, USFWS The instructions were clear. “If you see a bud,” U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service biologist Susan Euing said to her group of about 15 survey volunteers. “Count it as a bloomer!” Those instructions began the recent annual two-day survey for the endangered Antioch Dunes evening primrose (Oenothera deltoides var. howellii) at […]
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San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society Town Hall Forum
Environmental Education Center in Alviso Saturday, July 9 2016 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. As we prepare for our 30th anniversary in 2017, we want to learn more about what you want San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society to accomplish, and what is important to members. Share your ideas with the San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society. […]
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Become a San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society Docent
We need a volunteer to lead tours or community service projects on the refuge. We often receive requests from companies wanting to offer their employees a team-building experience by learning more about the refuge or by participating in a group project (especially around Earth Day). As a San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society (Society) docent, you […]
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The Great American Campout
Never camped before but looking to learn? Join us as we pitch a tent and campout for wildlife! You will learn the fine skills of the great outdoors with your family as you enjoy the wetlands of the bay. All camping gear is provided by Bay Area Wilderness Training whose primary goal is to get […]
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San Francisco Bay Area voters pass Measure AA for a clean and healthy Bay
A poster for the Yes on AA campaign by Save the Bay. Photo courtesy Britta Heise via Twitter. Measure AA, a tax measure on the ballot for the nine counties surrounding the San Francisco Bay, was approved with a 69% Yes vote on June 7, 2016 election day. The measure will raise $25 million in […]
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2016 Marsh-In Summer Day Camp • August 1 – 6, 2016
A FREE summer camp filled with fun activities, games, crafts, and adventures. Date and Time August 1 – 6, 2016 Grades 1-6: Monday – Wednesday 9:15 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Monday – Bird Day Tuesday – Fish Day Wednesday – Mammal Day Grades 4-6 only: Overnight 6:00 p.m. Thursday – 9:00 a.m. Friday Overnight – […]
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National Fishing & Boating Week • June 4 – 12, 2016
Learn how to fish on the Dumbarton Fishing Pier in Fremont! Saturday, June 4, 2016 9:00 a.m. – noon Have you ever wanted to try fishing but didn’t know how to begin? Learn the fundamental basics of catch-and- release fishing at the Dumbarton fishing pier! Discover the types of wildlife living in the San Francisco […]
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Volunteer Opportunities: Summer 2016
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Volunteer Opportunities: Summer 2016 at the Environmental Education Center (Alviso, California). If you have an interest in wildlife and their conservation, enjoy working with people, and are enthusiastic and dependable, the Environmental Education Center’s Volunteer Program is for you! As a volunteer, […]
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An Adventure-a-thon to Protect the Tuolumne River
Explore the Tuolumne River watershed by land and by river this summer, 2016 while raising funds and awareness for river stewardship and restoration. The Tuolumne River Trust hosts rafting, backpacking, canoeing, cycling, kayaking and fly fishing adventures. Details: https://bylandandbyriver.org
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California 2016-2017 Duck Stamp Art Contest
Lesser snow goose at the Salton Sea, California. Photo by Alan Vernon courtesy Wikipedia. Artists are invited to submit their original artwork to the 2016-2017 California Duck Stamp Art Contest. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) will accept submissions from May 13 through June 13. The contest is open to U.S. residents who […]
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Become a Supporter of the San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society. Your membership will include a subscription to the Tide Rising newsletter and a 15% discount at the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Nature Stores at the Visitor Center in Fremont, and the Environmental Education Center in Alviso.
Volunteering at the Refuge is a rewarding and valuable experience. Through a variety of public programs, visitors understand and appreciate the natural and cultural history of the Refuge.
Your support of our education, interpretation, and research activities is more important than ever. Any amount you’re willing to donate will be greatly appreciated! Donations may be fully tax-deductible.