LGBTQ+ resources for the parks and beyond

Here at the Parks Conservancy, we believe in the power of nature, public lands and the history of resistance to inspire and educate. At your leisure, peruse through our curated resources to better understand Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer+ (LGBTQ) history, how to be a better ally in the parks and beyond, and much more.  

If you know of other helpful books, articles, videos, or guides that you think should be added to this list, please let us know at media@parksconservancy.org

For materials related to combatting racism in the parks and beyond, check out our Anti-Racism and Social Justice Resources.

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    LGBTQ+ Events in the Parks

    Park staff pose for a photo at the Presidio Nursery.
    LGBTQ
    Come connect with other queer & trans staff and interns who work in the outdoors and/or at an environmental organization!
    Trail at El Polin Springs, The Presidio
    Events
    El Polin Spring
    Join us for a special edition of our queer and trans community days to reflect on the question, “What Kind of Ancestor do You Want to Be?”
    A red, black, and white bird seen perching on a tree at Rancho Corral de Tierra.
    Events
    East Beach Crissy Field Parking Lot
    Calling all LGBTQ+ community members! Come birding with POST, Parks Conservancy, Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society, Golden Gate Bird Alliance, and meet other queers of a feather!
    A sunny day over Crissy Field Marsh.
    Events
    Quartermaster Reach
    Join us for our next queer and trans community day, featuring special guest collaborator Cinthia Marisol!
    Visitors enjoy a sunny day at Lake Lagunitas.
    Volunteer
    Lake Lagunitas Parking Lot
    Join us for an enriching day designed to celebrate and support the BIPOC, queer, and trans community through connection with nature!

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