Richardson Bay - Weekend & Family Programs

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Weekend & Family Programs

Our weekend adventure programs have children and adults exploring the trails of our Sanctuary. The weather changes rapidly depending on the fog and there is always a chance to encounter dirt and water, so please dress appropriately. Closed toe, walking shoes are highly recommended! Also, each program incorporates a 15 minute snack break. Please bring a waste-free snack and reusable water bottle with you to enjoy during this break.

Restoration Work Day: Saturday, January 16th, 9am-12pm
Bring your family and friends for a morning of restoration and clean-up at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary. We may be removing trash, invasive plants, or helping with restoration projects. Appropriate for young children. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a re-useable water bottle, wear appropriate clothing and close-toe shoes. FREE program. RSVP: 388-2524.
Life in a Pond: Saturday, January 23rd, 10am-12pm; When it rains, seasonal ponds suddenly come to life and become a valuable resource for local wildlife. Bring your sense of adventure and wear clothes and shoes that can get muddy/wet, and we’ll explore the micro to macro inhabitants of our seasonal pond. Appropriate for children ages 5-8. Children ages 4 and under may participate, but must be accompanied by an adult.; Advance Registration Required: 388-2524. Program will cancel with less than 5 participants. Cost: $15/child.
A Tree is Nice: Saturday, February 13th, 10am-12pm; Join us for a fun exploration all about our Sanctuary’s native trees! We’ll learn tree parts, how trees grow, explore different textures and shapes of bark, leaves and branches, and delve into how different trees help create different kinds of habitats. Appropriate for children ages 5-8. Children ages 4 and under may participate, but must be accompanied by an adult.; Advance Registration Required: 388-2524. Program will cancel with less than 5 participants. Cost: $15/child.
Restoration Work Day: Saturday, February 20th, 9am-12pm; Bring your family and friends for a morning of restoration and clean-up at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary. We may be removing trash, invasive plants, or helping with restoration projects. Appropriate for young children. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a re-useable water bottle, wear appropriate clothing and close-toe shoes. FREE program. RSVP: 388-2524.
Animal Tracks and Signs: Saturday, February 27th, 10am-12pm
Bobcat or housecat - curious about what track you found in your backyard the other day? Come learn to identify tracks and signs and about the animals that left them. Appropriate for children ages 5-8. Children ages 4 and under may participate, but must be accompanied by an adult.; Advance Registration Required: 388-2524. Program will cancel with less than 5 participants. Cost: $15/child.
Journaling Birds & Wildlife with Jack Laws: Saturday, March 13th, 10am-12pm; Join naturalist, educator and artist John (Jack) Muir Laws for this 2 hour program that will inspire you to head outdoors with sketchbook and pencils in hand. Participants ages 9 and up will be introduced to the basic technique and tools to help you draw birds and other wildlife.; Advance Registration Required: 388-2524. Program will cancel with less than 5 participants. Cost: $25/participant.
Restoration Work Day: Saturday, March 20th, 9am-12pm; Bring your family and friends for a morning of restoration and clean-up at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary. We may be removing trash, invasive plants, or helping with restoration projects. Appropriate for young children. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a re-useable water bottle, wear appropriate clothing and close-toe shoes. FREE program. RSVP: 388-2524.
Nests & Eggs: Saturday, March 27th, 9am – 10pm; Explore the life cycles of our amazing birds! Marin provides home to a broad diversity of birds, each having a unique way of building nests and caring for their young. We’ll discover the remarkable nests and colorful variety of eggs created by local and exotic birds. Appropriate for children ages 5-8. Children ages 4 and under may participate, but must be accompanied by an adult.; Advance Registration Required: 388-2524. Program will cancel with less than 5 participants. Cost: $15/child.
Native Plant Sale: Saturday, April 10th 9am – 12pm; This annual plant sale (sponsored by the Marin Chapter of the California Native Plant Society) features a great selection of California plants, all with the stamp of approval from the birds and the pollinators. There will also be books and posters for sale, and plant experts on hand to answer questions.
Amazing Pollinators!: Saturday, April 10th, 10am – 12pm; Find out why native bees and butterflies are important to our gardens, our ecosystems, and our planet! We’ll discover bees, butterflies, and other pollinators at the sanctuary and the beautiful wildflowers popping up all around our hills. Appropriate for children ages 5-8. Children ages 4 and under may participate, but must be accompanied by an adult.; Advance Registration Required: 388-2524. Program will cancel with less than 5 participants. Cost: $15/child.
Earth Day Celebration/Restoration Work Day: Saturday, April 17th, 9am-11pm; Celebrate Earth Day by bringing your family and friends for a morning of restoration and clean-up at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary. We may be removing trash, invasive plants, helping with restoration projects, or improving trails. Appropriate for young children. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a re-useable water bottle, wear appropriate clothing and close-toe shoes. FREE program. RSVP: 388-2524.
Worm Bin Workshop: Saturday, April 17th, 11:30am-12:30pm; Learn how to make a worm bin for your home or classroom! Worm bins keep food waste out of landfills and produce wonderful soil for your garden. Appropriate for families or individuals. Cost: $40 (includes bin, info packet, & starter worms). Advance Registration Required: 388-2524.
Restoration Work Day: Saturday, May 15th, 9am-12pm; Bring your family and friends for a morning of restoration and clean-up at the Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary. We may be removing trash, invasive plants, or helping with restoration projects. Appropriate for young children. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring a re-useable water bottle, wear appropriate clothing and close-toe shoes. FREE program. RSVP: 388-2524.
Welcome Summer Birds: Saturday, May 8th, 8:30–10:30am; Join us for a bird walk led by Kerry Wilcox, our Sanctuary Manager and experienced birder. We will view and learn about the waterfowl, shorebirds, and songbirds that visit Richardson Bay in the spring and summer. Beginner and advanced birders, and families welcome. Cost: $10 adult / $5 child. RSVP: 388-2524
Mudflats Exploration: Saturday, May 22nd, 12:30 – 2:30pm; Join us on an exploration of the intertidal areas of the Sanctuary. A Teacher Naturalist will guide us along the shoreline as we discover the inhabitants, and investigate how they cope with the extreme conditions of this unique ecosystem. Appropriate for families with children of all ages. Not a drop off program. Cost: $10 adult / $5 child. RSVP: 388-2524.
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