Our Work

ParkRx Census
ParkRx 2018 Census

From the start, the Institute has promoted the health benefits of parks and nature, energizing a movement that continues to gain momentum as more evidence shows nature can improve health and well-being. 

ParkRx Census
ParkRx 2020 Census

The Institute at the Golden Gate is helping to advance the health and nature movement, focusing on the potential of the Park Prescription (ParkRx) model.

The bright yellow sun rises and shines through clouds over San Francisco skyline and Crissy Field.
Climate Change in the Parks

How is climate change affecting the Parks? What is the Parks Conservancy doing to help?

Healthy Park Healthy People
Health & Wellness in the Parks

Parks are valuable, low-cost resources that can counter a growing number of chronic health concerns through the physical and mental health benefits that come from time and activity outdoors.

People hiking down a winding path through trees at Rancho Corral de Tierra, sloping hillsides are visible ahead and in the background.
Big park, bigger stories: 50 years and beyond in the GGNRA

On Oct. 27, 1972, a collection of former military, private, and public lands spanning three Bay Area counties was united and officially designated as public parklands for all. Those lands are the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and we're celebrating the milestone 50th anniversary year of their founding!…

Youth with magnifying glass looking at slides at Presidio Tunnel Tops.
Golden Link creates opportunities at Presidio Tunnel Tops

Presidio Tunnel Tops would not have been possible without the help of Golden Link Concessionaire, LLC (GLC), and its owners Meridiam and abrdn. Now, GLC and its owners are ensuring more opportunities for young people into the future.

Environmental Justice Summit
Presidio Tunnel Tops community events: All the opening season joy!

Opening season at Presidio Tunnel Tops was filled with joy, dancing, food, and celebration—in large part due to the work of the Presidio Activator Council.

An Adventure Guide engages with a young person at the Outpost at Presidio Tunnel Tops.
Presidio Tunnel Tops Adventure Guides: An 'awesome experience' 

Most of the Adventure Guides started in Crissy Field Center youth programs, and for many, this is their first real job. Here, in their own words, is what they learned at Presidio Tunnel Tops.

People walk among the redwood trees in Muir Woods.
Winter 2022 Gateways: News and photos from the GGNRA

Here are some extras from the Winter 2022 issue of Gateways, the member newsletter of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy. If you're a member, you got the entire colorful newsletter delivered straight to your mailbox. Not a member? Join today!

Four National Park Service rangers with faces painted stand around on Dia de los Muertos
Hispanic and Latinx Heritage in the GGNRA

In the parks and beyond, we honor the rich heritage and innumerable contributions of Latinx and Hispanic history makers, Rangers, and parkgoers.

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