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Thanks to YOU we are leaving the Golden Gate National Parks better than we found them: Improving trails, building overlooks, and growing plants. And we're engaging the next generation of park stewards through richly rewarding opportunities for young people of all ages. Scroll down to see our wide variety of programs. 

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Screenshot of redwoods along the Lonely Trail in Phleger Estate.
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Activity packs and other online resources

Volunteering on Mt. Tam.
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Volunteering and Internships

Active Events

Events that have not been canceled or postponed

Fort Point National Historic Site underneath the Golden Gate Bridge
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Sat, Apr 27 2:30pm-2:45pm
Fort Point Entrance
Join our Park Rangers in learning Fort Point's History in this 15 minute long talk. The program is accessible. The times of the program are 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
A Golden Gate National Recreation Area Park Ranger leads a discussion at Presidio Tunnel Tops Campfire Circle.
Events
Sat, Apr 27 4:00pm-4:30pm
Presidio Tunnel Tops
Join National Park Service rangers for free campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops every Friday to Monday at 4 pm through Labor Day.​​
Habitat Restoration in Tennessee Valley
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Sun, Apr 28 9:30am-2:30pm
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Help restore and protect critical natural areas from the Marin Headlands to Bolinas Ridge.
Fort Point National Historic Site underneath the Golden Gate Bridge
Events
Sun, Apr 28 11:30am-11:45am
Fort Point Entrance
Join our Park Rangers in learning Fort Point's History in this 15 minute long talk. The program is accessible. The times of the program are 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
The well at El Polin Spring
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Sun, Apr 28 1:00pm-3:00pm
El Polin Spring
Explore El Polin Spring in the Presidio with us for a naturalist adventure and celebration of biodiversity! A bioblitz is a quick, intense survey of the species present. Hone your observation skills, become a field biologist for the day, and enjoy some nature in the city and friends!

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