2008 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
For the Richmond Bay Trail

Sat., May 24, 9 AM to noon: TEENS TOUCH THE EARTH at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline! Have fun meeting other teens who care about the environment while earning community service credit! Discover how you can make a difference by taking action to remove invasive plant species and clean-up shoreline debris. (13-19yrs). Ranger Bethany Facendini Reg. Required: 1-888-EBPARKS

Sun., June 15, 11 AM to 4 PM: Brooks Island Adventure. This trip is a short paddle in stable, double kayaks across sheltered bay water with spectacular views of San Francisco. Paddle along Brooks Island’s preserved shoreline then come ashore to enjoy a guided, 2-mile hike around the island which is normally closed to visitors. Parking fees will be charged at Richmond Marina. Financial assistance available only when registering through the Reservations Offi ce. 14+yrs. Reg. Required: 1-888-EBPARKS (1-888-327-2757), option 2, 3 Fee: $85 (non-res. $95)

June 23 - 27, 10 AM to 4 PM: Point Pinole Teen Eco Action Week. Meet other teens making a difference in the environment. here is your opportunity to gain experience and earn community service credit through a week of fun activities, restoration projects, and career exploration. Discover how you benefit from protecting our environment. Stipends and transportation available. 13 - 18 years of age. Reg. Required: 510-525-2233. Led by EBRPD ranger Bethany Facendini.

Tues. June 24, 10 AM to 1 PM: WILDLIFE VOLUNTEERS: CALIFORNIA BLACK RAIL HABITAT HELPERS at Point Pinole Regional Shoreline: During this hands-on activity, you’ll create habitat for the State threatened California black rail. We will remove non-native plants, pick-up trash, and clear debris from clogged channels to improve tidal water cycling, which restores nesting habitat for the California black rail. By participating, you’ll earn your “Black Rail Habitat Helper” patch. We will help teen and college students with this project. Parent participation is required.
Reg. Required: (510) 544-2340. Ranger Doc Quack

Sat., August 16, 9 AM to noon: Greenbelt Alliance Bay Trail Walk Featuring Rosie the Riveter WW II Home Front National Historical Park. Enjoy spectacular Bay vistas and bird life while exploring five shoreline parks in Marina Bay with fascinating exhibits interpreting WW II Home Front history and learn about Rosie the Riveters. View the newly-opened Craneway of the historic Ford Assembly Building designed by Alfred Kahn. After the walk, participants may dine at a marina deli or restaurant.or picnic with their own provisions. Meet at Shimada Friendship Park for this easy four to five mile walk. Wear layers of clothing and bring cameras and binoculars if you like. Leaders: Bruce & Sandra Beyaert, 510-235-2835.

Sun., August 17, 2 to 4:30 PM: Wildcat Creek Landfill Loop Hike. Enjoy spectacular Bay and tidal marsh vistas and bird life during this four-mile hike led by an EBRPD ranger-naturalist. Meet at the gravel Bay Trail parking lot off of Parr Blvd. just before the entrance to West County Landfill. See http://www.pointrichmond.com/baytrail/northernshoreline.htm for more information or phone EBRPD at 525-2233.

.Audubon Eastshore State Park Bird List Brochure
For a brochure listing 146 species of birds to be found along the Bay Trail between Point Isabel and Marina Bay, see http://www.goldengateaudubon.org/html/birdresources/birdsofeastshore.pdf

EcoTourism on the Bay Trail in Richmond, anyone? Download the .PDF!

Left: Endangered California Clapper Rail - Photo by Joe DiDonato of EBRPD