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Banana slug spotted at Rancho Corral de Tierra.
California banana slugs: Fun facts about our vibrant, terrestrial molluscs

The California banana slug is one of San Mateo County’s most iconic species. These animals need moisture, shade, and decomposing plant and animal material for consumption. 

Oak forests on Mount Tamalpais.
Building resilient forests to face climate change, sudden oak death, and wildfire

How can we brace forest ecosystems against rising temperatures, deadly pathogens, and voracious wildfires? At One Tam’s latest Science Summit, scientists and community members gathered to exchange knowledge and brainstorm solutions.

A group of four high school students stand in a line outdoors while leading a presentation about the natural environment
Finding Urban Nature

A 2-day workshop utilizing “Finding Urban Nature: An Educators’ Guide to Exploring San Francisco Natural History.”