Children and Families Programs
SUMMER CAMPFor campers entering grades 1-8 in the Fall
Experience your national park in a new way, every day, at Crissy Field Summer Camp. Our one- and two-week day camps are designed to give young people in-depth experiences in our urban environment and regional national parks. Through a rich combination of outdoor investigation, field outings, and fun, hands-on projects, campers learn important ecological concepts and issues.
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KIDS-ONLY CLUBS AT CRISSY FIELD, SATURDAY MORNINGParents! Now you can drop off your child for hands-on fun in your national park next door! The Center's new Saturday morning Kids-Only Clubs offer elementary school-aged kids a chance to get out and about in the park for adventure and discovery.
ANIMAL ADVENTURES
Saturdays, February 2 through March 1
(No program February 16)
9:30 am to 2 pm
Grades: 2nd & 3rd
$145 for four-session club
Pre-registration required
Join our new younger kids club at Crissy Field for incredible animal adventures! There's a whole world of critters that call the Presidio home and you're going to track them down. Animal lovers and nature enthusiasts will love examining skulls, pelts, and tracks in our Urban Ecology Lab. Then, it's off to the Art Lab to design origami mobiles and marble mazes.
REDWOOD REMBRANDTS
Saturdays, April 26 through May 17
9:30 am to 2 pm
Grades: 4th & 5th
$175 for four-session club
Pre-registration required
"The power of imagination makes us
infinite." John Muir
This club is just for older kids who love nature and art. You'll explore the ecosystems of Muir Woods National Monument and the Presidio with the help of the Center's sustainable arts and science specialists and a special guest photographer. Along this journey through the great outdoors, you'll dabble in a whole variety of eco-art projects - writing poetry, keeping a journal, making art, and taking photographs. Transportation to Muir Woods provided.
Pre-registration required. Medical Form required. Scholarships are available for all programs and events. Click here to register online or call (415) 561-7765.
For more information email Crissy Field Center at cfcregistrationinfo@parksconservancy.org.
FANTASTIC FRIDAYSParent and tot playtime at Crissy Field. Fantastic Friday runs every Friday through May 30, 2008 with some holiday exceptions. 10 am to Noon
Ages: 2 to 5, with parent, guardian or caregiver
Fee: $10 per child, per day
Crissy Field is a magical and safe place for toddlers to explore the outdoors with their five senses and to develop a lasting appreciation for living things. Spend quality time with your child making sand animals, becoming bug detectives, listening with your 'deer ears,' and more. It's a different adventure every week, full of creative activities you can use over and over during your own family getaways! There will also be time inside, in the Center's Art Lab, making fish prints, pirate scopes, and more!
Pre-registration is recommended for all programs. Drop-ins accepted on a space-available basis. Scholarships are available for all programs and events. Click here to register online or call (415) 561-7765.
For more information email Crissy Field Center at cfcregistrationinfo@parksconservancy.org.
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MYSTERY TRAIL CHALLENGEAvailable everyday
9 am to 4 pm FREE
Self-guided; recommended for families and groups with children ages 5 to 10.
Calling all seaside sleuths! Grab a magnifying glass and get down to the Warming Hut, near the fishing pier at the western end of Crissy Field. Once there, you'll find a booklet that directs you down the Mystery Trail in search of the first clue. There are nine secret plaques altogether, hidden along a one-mile waterfront trail-can you find them all? A prize awaits you if you can! Take the Crissy Field Mystery Trail Challenge, unlock its secrets, and claim your surprise!
For groups of 20 or more, please call (415) 561-7765 to register and to ensure that
adequate supplies are available.
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BIG YEAR POSTER CONTESTMake a poster featuring one of 33 local endangered species in the Golden Gate Gate National Parks to be displayed at Earth Day events at Crissy Field, MacLaren Park and other public locations. All submissions receive a free eco-passport to the April 19th Earth Stroll event at Crissy Field. Grand prizes of $50 program certificates to the Crissy Field Center for each of the four age classes: 5 and under, 6 - 8, 9 -12, and 13 - 18 years old. For more information visit www.ggnrabigyear.org.
Upcoming Events
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Fantastic Friday: Parent Appreciation
May 9, 2008 10 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
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May 9, 2008 10 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Come to Crissy Field Center and show your parents some love. This program is focused on celebrating our parents. You and your toddler will in engage in creative activities designed to help celebrate and appreciate parents. We will be making "I love Mom" and "I love Dad" temporary tattoos, popsicle stained glass art, and as always we will take a nature hike.
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8th Annual Community Heroes Awards Ceremony
Saturday, May 10 2 to 4 PM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Each year, Crissy Field Center honors a group of Bay Area individuals or groups whose actions have made a positive impact on the environment
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Saturday, May 10 2 to 4 PM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Each year, Crissy Field Center honors a group of Bay Area individuals or groups whose actions have made a positive impact on the environment
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Family Campfire
Saturday May 17 5 PM
Location: Crissy Field, Crissy Field Center
Join us for storytelling and merriment as we watch the sunset in the West. We'll even make s'mores and sip hot cider by the fire. All ages welcome.
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Saturday May 17 5 PM
Location: Crissy Field, Crissy Field Center
Join us for storytelling and merriment as we watch the sunset in the West. We'll even make s'mores and sip hot cider by the fire. All ages welcome.
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Pelican Playtime
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $249 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $499 Session 4A: August 4-August 8 (5 days) $249 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Listen to the birds, touch the sand, and play in this magical place. Art, song, and discovery will be a part of every weeks activities.
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Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $249 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $499 Session 4A: August 4-August 8 (5 days) $249 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Listen to the birds, touch the sand, and play in this magical place. Art, song, and discovery will be a part of every weeks activities.
Details
Seaside Sleuths
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Hey, Sherlock! There are mysteries to be solved in the Presidio this summer. Who lives here, and how do they survive? Use all your sleuthing skills to find out.
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Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Hey, Sherlock! There are mysteries to be solved in the Presidio this summer. Who lives here, and how do they survive? Use all your sleuthing skills to find out.
Details
Water Wizards
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
During this intensive investigation of water, you'll suit up in waders and head into the marsh to learn about the magic of the marsh ecosystem.
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Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
During this intensive investigation of water, you'll suit up in waders and head into the marsh to learn about the magic of the marsh ecosystem.
Details
Junior Rangers on Patrol
Session 1: June 23-July 3 (9 days) $639 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $699 Session 3: July 21-August 1 (10 days) $699 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
From the infamous cellblocks of Alcatraz to the primeval forests of Muir Woods, there's an adventure around every corner in the Golden Gate National Parks. You and your fellow rangers-in-training will head out to a different park site every day, learning important wilderness skills along the way.
Details
Session 1: June 23-July 3 (9 days) $639 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $699 Session 3: July 21-August 1 (10 days) $699 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
From the infamous cellblocks of Alcatraz to the primeval forests of Muir Woods, there's an adventure around every corner in the Golden Gate National Parks. You and your fellow rangers-in-training will head out to a different park site every day, learning important wilderness skills along the way.
Details
Junior Rangers on Patrol
Session 1: June 23-July 3 (9 days) $639 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $699 Session 3: July 21-August 1 (10 days) $699 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
From the infamous cellblocks of Alcatraz to the primeval forests of Muir Woods, there's an adventure around every corner in the Golden Gate National Parks. You and your fellow rangers-in-training will head out to a different park site every day, learning important wilderness skills along the way.
Details
Session 1: June 23-July 3 (9 days) $639 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $699 Session 3: July 21-August 1 (10 days) $699 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
From the infamous cellblocks of Alcatraz to the primeval forests of Muir Woods, there's an adventure around every corner in the Golden Gate National Parks. You and your fellow rangers-in-training will head out to a different park site every day, learning important wilderness skills along the way.
Details
Water Wizards
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
During this intensive investigation of water, you'll suit up in waders and head into the marsh to learn about the magic of the marsh ecosystem.
Details
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
During this intensive investigation of water, you'll suit up in waders and head into the marsh to learn about the magic of the marsh ecosystem.
Details
Seaside Sleuths
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Hey, Sherlock! There are mysteries to be solved in the Presidio this summer. Who lives here, and how do they survive? Use all your sleuthing skills to find out.
Details
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Hey, Sherlock! There are mysteries to be solved in the Presidio this summer. Who lives here, and how do they survive? Use all your sleuthing skills to find out.
Details
Pelican Playtime
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $249 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $499 Session 4A: August 4-August 8 (5 days) $249 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Listen to the birds, touch the sand, and play in this magical place. Art, song, and discovery will be a part of every weeks activities.
Details
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $249 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $499 Session 4A: August 4-August 8 (5 days) $249 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Listen to the birds, touch the sand, and play in this magical place. Art, song, and discovery will be a part of every weeks activities.
Details
Pelican Playtime
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $249 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $499 Session 4A: August 4-August 8 (5 days) $249 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Listen to the birds, touch the sand, and play in this magical place. Art, song, and discovery will be a part of every weeks activities.
Details
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $249 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $499 Session 4A: August 4-August 8 (5 days) $249 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Listen to the birds, touch the sand, and play in this magical place. Art, song, and discovery will be a part of every weeks activities.
Details
Seaside Sleuths
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Hey, Sherlock! There are mysteries to be solved in the Presidio this summer. Who lives here, and how do they survive? Use all your sleuthing skills to find out.
Details
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
Hey, Sherlock! There are mysteries to be solved in the Presidio this summer. Who lives here, and how do they survive? Use all your sleuthing skills to find out.
Details
Water Wizards
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
During this intensive investigation of water, you'll suit up in waders and head into the marsh to learn about the magic of the marsh ecosystem.
Details
Session 1A: June 23-June 27 (5 days) $299 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $599 Session 4: August 4-August 15 (10 days) $599 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
During this intensive investigation of water, you'll suit up in waders and head into the marsh to learn about the magic of the marsh ecosystem.
Details
Junior Rangers on Patrol
Session 1: June 23-July 3 (9 days) $639 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $699 Session 3: July 21-August 1 (10 days) $699 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
From the infamous cellblocks of Alcatraz to the primeval forests of Muir Woods, there's an adventure around every corner in the Golden Gate National Parks. You and your fellow rangers-in-training will head out to a different park site every day, learning important wilderness skills along the way.
Details
Session 1: June 23-July 3 (9 days) $639 Session 2: July 7-July 18 (10 days) $699 Session 3: July 21-August 1 (10 days) $699 8:30 AM
Location: Crissy Field Center
From the infamous cellblocks of Alcatraz to the primeval forests of Muir Woods, there's an adventure around every corner in the Golden Gate National Parks. You and your fellow rangers-in-training will head out to a different park site every day, learning important wilderness skills along the way.
Details
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