Seed collection is critical to maintaining the populations of rare and endangered native plant species in our parks, and our collectors wield their magnifying glasses and their expertise in finding plants from Mori Point to the Marin Headlands.

When massive rainstorms swept through the Bay Area in early 2023, they left behind downed trees, mudslides, and damage to structures like the boardwalk at Stinson Beach. While the beach escaped major damage, it highlighted the need for adaptive solutions to promote climate resiliency along the coastal areas of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA).

For the first time since the Crissy Field Promenade was opened in 2001, the entire 1.5-mile length of the popular pathway will be repaired. Starting in March 2017, the promenade will be closed, section by section, for resurfacing work that will improve its durability and sustainability.