(CANCELED) Belonging in Nature: Queer and Trans Community Day

A vibrant view of Sharp Park Beach from Mori Point.

Russell Bombon / Parks Conservancy

When: Friday, October 18th, 2024, 1–4:30 pm

Where: Mori Point; specific meeting location will be in the confirmation email after registering. Registration is required.

Join us for an inspiring and immersive program that celebrates the overlooked beauty of nature during the dry season. Through engaging art-making activities, participants will explore the themes of decomposition and renewal, discovering how this period is a vital part of the seasonal growth cycle.

Program Highlights:

• Art-Making Activity: Get creative while tuning into the unique beauty of nature in its dormant phase. We'll focus on the intricate details of decomposition and the vibrant life it nurtures.
• Local Flora and Fauna: Learn about the native plants and animals that thrive in our area. Understand their ecological importance and how they contribute to our environment.
• Sleeping wildflowers: Discover the phenomenon of the incredible annual wildflower bloom at Mori Point, witnessing the often-overlooked "rest period" of the bloom. We'll delve into the conditions that create these stunning springtime displays of color and life, highlighting the seasonal cycles that bring them forth. And come back again in April to see the site in bloom! 

Join us to appreciate the subtle wonders of nature and develop a deeper connection to the environment around us. Whether you're an artist, nature enthusiast, or simply curious, this program offers a unique opportunity to see the beauty in every season. Sign up today!

Accessibility Details: This event is fully outdoors, so masks will be optional, but please tune into the others around you and mask up when approaching anyone else wearing a mask. Please reach out with any specific accessibility needs!

AGE, SKILLS, WHAT TO BRING:

• Participants of all ages are welcome.
• Wear clothes that can get dirty. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required. Bring layers for changing weather and rain gear if necessary.
• Bring a personal water bottle and sunscreen.
• No experience necessary. Training and tools will be provided.

COVID-specific Guidelines

• Face coverings and social distancing are encouraged, but not required.
• Stay home and DO NOT attend if you:
  • Have any illness symptoms
  • Have tested positive for COVID-19
  • Suspect you have had contact with a COVID-19 positive case

The Golden Gate National Parks programming is a cooperative parkwide effort of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, the National Park Service, and the Presidio Trust.