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Bay Area artist Donald Neff paints Drawbridge in plein air
Drawbridge has been on my list from almost the start of this quest [to do one painting each week throughout the year 2014 of the Creeks and…
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President declares September 2014 as National Wilderness Month
(via The White House, Office of the Press Secretary) NATIONAL WILDERNESS MONTH, 2014 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Fifty years ago, a forward-thinking Nation came together, a…
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Visions of the Wild Festival • September 3-6, 2014
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act, the Visions of the Wild Festival will be held in Vallejo, CA from September 3-6, 2014. It…
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Environmental Education Internship
GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Environmental Education volunteer internship is located at the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Environmental Education Center in Alviso, CA. The Environmental Education Center provides…
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The Amazing Refuge Race • August 23, 2014
Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge and REI Outdoor School present The Amazing Refuge Race August 23, 2014 • 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Armed with GPS units,…
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Wilderness at 50: A Remarkable Concept
(via Refuge Friends NewsWire) Conservationists around the world are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act of 1964. The law represents a half-century-long struggle that began with people like…
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2014 Marsh-In Summer Day Camp • August 4 – 8, 2014
A FREE summer camp filled with fun activities, games, crafts, and adventures. Date and Time August 4 – 8, 2014 Grades 1-6: Monday – Wednesday 9:15 – 1:30 p.m. Grades 4-6 only: Overnight…
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Farallon National Wildlife Refuge celebrates 50 years of the Wilderness Act
Farallon Islands. Photo courtesy Wikipedia. Copyright CC-BY-NA 3.0 Take a boat tour this summer with refuge staff and…
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Musings on Drawbridge by Brenna Silbory
Drawbridge is more than a ghost town. It is a story of California in miniature. Its very name depicts its status as an interruption — a bridge in motion,…
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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.