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Life, Liberty, and Libraries: Our Summer Literary Lineup Public lands and public libraries: A dynamic duo partnering for the enjoyment of all communities! This summer, feed your sense of adventure at free and fun activities from the San Francisco Public Library, National Park Service, and Parks Conservancy—including the fourth edition of our StoryWalksⓇ series on Crissy Field, reading programs, ranger talks, park shuttles, and more. more >> June 2018 | Leave a comment
Expert Tips for Whale Watching in the Golden Gate National Parks Thar she blows! Your coastal parklands are parallel to a marine passage for migrating humpback whales, gray whales, blue whales, orcas, and so many more leviathans. We talked to the experts about what you can do to enhance your chances of spotting a whale spout on your next visit. more >> June 2018 | Leave a comment
Summer 2018 for the Hip and HappeningSummertime in San Francisco is about as warm as winter everywhere else! Escape the summer “brrrs” and cozy up with us at one (or all) of events and happenings taking place in the parks from June through August. more >> June 2018 | Leave a comment
Our (Not-So) Secret Recipe for Making National Park-Quality Soil On a crisp morning in April, the Parks Conservancy and the Presidio Trust made in a 46-cubic yards of soil, enough to feed tens of thousands of native plants throughout the parks. The “recipe” and procedure behind this many-handed effort is a must-read for any dirt devotee. more >> May 2018 | Leave a comment
Nine Photography Tips from Our Park Photographers A photo is the perfect keepsake from your adventure in the Golden Gate National Parks. Our staff photographers share their top tips for being a better shutterbug while out in your coastal parklands. more >> May 2018 | Leave a comment
The Power of Community: How Our Volunteers Left One Intern in Awe To commemorate Volunteer Appreciation Day at Golden Gate, multimedia intern Lauren Gee made a video about why volunteers choose to donate their time in the parks. Lauren noticed one thing in common with everyone she interviewed: Undeniable joy as they opened up to her about their volunteer experiences. more >> May 2018 | Leave a comment
Dipsea Hike Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Trailblazing Run for Women’s Athletics One hundred years ago, a historic “hike” from Mill Valley to Stinson Beach marked a major breakthrough for women’s cross-country running. The Parks Conservancy and One Tam are proud to support a community commemoration of the Women’s Dipsea Hike on April 21. more >> April 2018 | Leave a comment
Have Eyes Like a Hawk? 'Fly' Like an Eagle? Discover Your Raptor 'Patronus!' Myers and Briggs? Meet Swainson’s and Cooper’s! Match your personality type with your bird-of-prey doppelgänger—and then find out how you can potentially spot your feathered friend while volunteering for the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory during the upcoming fall migration. more >> April 2018 | Leave a comment
Spring 2018 Guide to the Parks for the Hip and Happening Good times and chill vibes are blooming all across the Golden Gate National Parks, with fun volunteer activities, wildflower season, picnic days, and an epic park party for a great cause. Spring ahead and discover the scenic and sensational events in the next couple of months! more >> April 2018 | Leave a comment
The Journey Continues: Reflections by Greg Moore Over 30 years ago, I was struck by the magic of the national parklands at the Golden Gate. Here, on the doorstep of millions of people, were places of timeless beauty, deep history, and natural bounty. Few urban areas had such good fortune. I was honored to be selected as the first executive director of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy (then the Parks Association). I began with big dreams, four staff members, and a handful of supporters. more >> March 2018 | Leave a comment
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