9:30am "Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity"
2019-08-10
Time: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Pantoll Parking Lot Trailhead.
"Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity" interpretive hike with docent Caryn Lowe.“Methinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!”-ThoreauScience is proving what people have known for ages – going out into nature is one of the best ways to connect with your creative mind. Mt. Tam has been a special place of inspiration for many generations of artists and writers from early settlers from the Hudson Valley to the Bohemian and Beat movements. During this hike you will learn a little bit about this rich history, what happens here today and hopefully make your own creative connection to Mt. Tam. Bring a notebook, pens/pencils and your curiosity!Distance: 3.3 milesElevation gain: 735 ftModerate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain. This hike recommends also bringing a notebook and something to write with.
Participation: This hike is limited to 12 people on a first come, first serve basis. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

Astronomy Nights - Astrobiology Under Our Feet & Out to the Stars
2019-08-10 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Mt Theater, Mt Tam State Park, Mill Valley, CA, 2 Park Ter, United States
Astrobiology Under Our Feet & Out to the Stars
Dr. Penelope Boston, Director, NASA Astrobiology Institute, NASA Ames Research Center
The Age of Astrobiology has begun. We have a whole Solar System—and a galaxy of star-warmed worlds beyond—to explore for life. How do we look for life here and way out there? How will we know it when we find it? Our exploration begins at Earth. We must apply what we are learning about our own amazing home planet to our search for life beyond.
For directions and more information http://www.friendsofmttam.org/astronomy.html

9:30am Moderate Hike with T. Stuart
2019-08-11
Time: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Rock Spring Trailhead.
"Health and Happiness" Fitness hike with docent Tracy Stuart. Super fun and enjoyable. Meet new friends and see the wonders of the North side of the Mountain. Hike ends at 12pm. Dog friendly. Hike leader will stay on designated dog-friendly trails. Guests MUST obtain a dog permit by emailing Eileen.Bai@parks.ca.gov. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Distance: 2.6 milesElevation gain: 656 ft.Moderate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

6:00pm Moderate Hike with C. Orland
2019-08-14
Time: 6:00 PMTrailhead: Bootjack Parking Lot.
"Water Views" Fitness hike with docent Catherine Orland. Weather permitting, we'll see great views of the SF Bay as well as the Pacific Ocean. Participants will gain an understanding of how water flows on Mt. Tam. They will see the differences between high and low flow points of Redwood Creek. The group will also be able to see how Mt. Tam provides connections between the Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Arrive on time, this is a fast-paced hike.
Distance: 4.5 milesElevation gain: 1056 ft.Moderate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

11-4 VC: Tom Brookshire
2019-08-18, 2019-09-15

9:30am "Scent-Sational Mt. Tamalpais" Hike
2019-08-18
Time: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Mt Home Trailhead.
"Scent-Sational Mt. Tamalpais" interpretive hike with docent John Cook.Mt. Tamalpais is a treasure of beautiful views and quiet places. But Mt. Tam’s fragrance is another treat for the senses. On this short hike, we will have “close encounters” with some of the plants that lend Mt. Tam a distinct scent. Depending on the season, wander through forests of Douglas fir, Bay laurel, and other fragrant species. We’ll “stop to smell” these and other plants like wild lilac and coastal sage in a natural setting. You’ll never smell Mt. Tam the same way again.
Distance: 3.7 milesElevation gain: 764 ftModerate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

5:30pm "Mindfulness in Nature" Hike
2019-08-21
Time: 5:30 PMTrailhead: Pantoll Parking Lot Trailhead.
"Mindfulness in Nature" Interpretive hike with docent Alexandra Jurasin.Explore your senses in nature while being guided through mindfulness practices. Finish the hike feeling like you've just had a rejuvenating shower for your mind. Distance (mi): 3.3. Elevation Gain (ft): 722. Moderate.
Distance: 3.3 milesElevation gain: 722 ft.Moderate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

9:30am Moderately Strenuous Hike with S. Abascal-Mogio
2019-08-24
Time: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Mt Home Trailhead.
"Redwoods" Fitness hike with docent Santi Abascal-Mogio. Beautiful Redwoods hike. Great loop to enjoy a different view out and back with a comfortable grade.
Distance: 5.3 milesElevation gain: 1207 ft.Moderately Strenuous.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

9:30am Moderately Strenuous Hike with R. Gottfried
2019-08-25
Time: 9:30 AM
Trailhead: Coast View Trailhead.
“Coastal Views” Fitness hike with docent Rosalind Gottfried. Take in views of the ocean as we head up towards Pantoll. We will return on the same route back. There will be a sign on the roof of the hike leader’s dark green Camry saying free hike, open to the public.
Distance: 6.6 miles
Elevation gain: 1024 ft.
Moderately Strenuous.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

9:30am Moderately Strenuous Hike with R. Gottfried
2019-08-25
Time: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Coast View Trailhead.
“Coastal Views” Fitness hike with docent Rosalind Gottfried. Take in views of the ocean as we head up towards Pantoll. We will return on the same route back. There will be a sign on the roof of the hike leader’s dark green Camry saying free hike, open to the public.
Distance: 6.6 milesElevation gain: 1024 ft.Moderately Strenuous.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

5:30pm Moderate Hike with S. Karp
2019-08-28
Time: 5:30 PM
Trailhead: Bootjack Parking Lot.
“Mt. Tam Views and History” Fitness hike with docent Sue Karp. Walk a portion of the horse and wagon trail that took passengers from Stinson Beach to West Point Inn. Enjoy extensive views of the Bay area and adjoining counties from different vistas. Hike over Rocky Knoll, composed primarily of Serpentine, the state rock of California.
Distance: 4 miles
Elevation gain: 670 ft.
Moderate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

5:30pm Moderate Hike with S. Karp
2019-08-28
Time: 5:30 PMTrailhead: Bootjack Parking Lot.
"Mt. Tam Views and History" Fitness hike with docent Sue Karp. Walk a portion of the horse and wagon trail that took passengers from Stinson Beach to West Point Inn. Enjoy extensive views of the Bay area and adjoining counties from different vistas. Hike over Rocky Knoll, composed primarily of Serpentine, the state rock of California.
Distance: 4 milesElevation gain: 670 ft.Moderate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

9:30am Strenuous Hike with K. Ulring
2019-08-31
Time: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Quarry Parking Lot.
"North Side" Fitness hike with docent Karen Ulring. We’ll be hiking on the cool north side with a stop at Colier Springs to learn of John Colier and Mt Tam history. Will be a good work out.
Distance: 7.3 milesElevation gain: 1841 ft.Strenuous.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

5:30pm Moderate Hike with S. Karp
2019-09-04
Time: 5:30 PMTrailhead: Bootjack Parking Lot trailhead.
“West Point Inn Loop” Fitness hike with docent Sue Karp. Take the Matt Davis Trail down a rocky slope and across the bridge at Rattlesnake Creek. Ascend the Nora Trail to West Point Inn for a short break and beautiful bay views. Return to Bootjack parking lot on the Old Stagecoach Road.
Distance (mi): 3.6.Elevation Gain (ft): 502.Moderate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

CANCELLED 9:30am Moderate Hike with S. Abascal-Mogio
2019-09-07
CANCELLED.Time: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Rock Spring trailhead.
“Rock Springs Loop” Fitness hike with docent Santi Abascal-Mogio. Take time to enjoy and appreciate the summer wildflowers on the mountain.
Distance: 4.8 milesElevation gain: 902 ft.Moderate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

Astronomy Nights - MISSION: MARS
2019-09-07 19:30 - 22:00 | Mt Theater, Mt Tam State Park, Mill Valley, CA, 2 Park Ter, United States
MISSION: MARS
Dr. Pascal Lee, Planetary Scientist, Mars & SETI Institutes We are making progress globally—from the Arctic to Antarctica, from underground labs to the International Space Station—to achieve the first human voyage to Mars. Come explore the what, why, how, when, and who of our first journey to the Red Planet.
For directions and more information http://www.friendsofmttam.org/astronomy.html

CANCELLED 4:00pm Moderate Hike with C. Orland
2019-09-11
CANCELLEDTime: 4:00 PMTrailhead: Bootjack Parking Lot.
*Please note earlier starting time for this evening hike!*“Water Views” Fitness hike with docent Catherine Orland. Weather permitting, we’ll see great views of the SF Bay as well as the Pacific Ocean. Participants will gain an understanding of how water flows on Mt. Tam. They will see the differences between high and low flow points of Redwood Creek. The group will also be able to see how Mt. Tam provides connections between the Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Distance: 4.5 milesElevation gain: 1056 ft.Moderate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

5:00pm "Douglas Firs" Evening Hike
2019-09-13
Time: 5:00 PMTrailhead: Rock Spring Trailhead.
“Douglas Firs ” Interpretive hike with docent Lizzy Silverstein. In this hike we will talk about Douglas Firs and other forest deodorizers. We will also take this time to clean our minds as well through a walking meditation.
Distance: 3 miles.Elevation Gain: 500ft.Moderate.What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: This hike is limited to 20 people on a first come, first serve basis. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

9:30am "Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity" Hike
2019-09-14

CANCELLED - 9:30am "Plants of the Dinosaurs" Hike
2019-09-15
Time: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Rock Spring Trailhead.
"Plants of the Dinosaurs" Interpretive hike with docent Lizzy Silverstein. Ferns are an important and ancient part of the lush greenery that abounds in our forests. Come learn about some of the first vascular plants dating back to the time when dinosaurs roamed the earth and beyond!
Distance: 5.8 milesElevation gain: 938 ftModerately Strenuous.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: This hike is limited to 20 people on a first come, first serve basis. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

12-4 VC - Tom Brookshire
2019-09-15, 2019-09-22

5:30pm Moderate Hike with S. Karp
2019-09-18
Time: 5:30 PMTrailhead: Pantoll Parking Lot trailhead.
“Bay Area Views” Fitness hike with docent Sue Karp. Cross Panoramic Highway and take the Matt Davis trail to Boot Jack Camp. Enjoy an easy/moderate uphill walk through forests on the Bootjack trail to the historic natural amphitheater. We will continue to Rock Spring parking area and ascend the Mt Theater Fire Trail to Forbes Bench, where we will experience spectacular Bay Area views As we return to Pan Toll on the Upper Old Mine Trail, we drop into a beautiful Oak-Bay forest.
Distance (mi): 3.Elevation Gain (ft): 791.Moderate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

CANCELLED - 5:00pm "Steep Ravine" Evening Hike
2019-09-20
Time: 5:00 PMTrailhead: Pantoll Parking Lot.
“Steep Ravine” Interpretive hike with docent Lizzy Silverstein. In this hike we will talk about the ravines in our life and how we can learn from nature to overcome them.
Distance: 3.8 miles.Elevation Gain (ft): 1000ft.Moderate.What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: This hike is limited to 20 people on a first come, first serve basis. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

9:30am Moderately Strenuous Hike with M. de la Fuente
2019-09-21
Time: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Bootjack Parking Lot Trailhead.
"Strength and Balance in Nature" Fitness hike with docent Maria de la Fuente. Let’s explore our strength and balance among the Redwoods.
Distance: 5 milesElevation gain: 1447 ft.Moderately Strenuous.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

Astronomy Nights - SCI-FI MOVIE NIGHT: THE MARTIAN
2019-09-21 19:30 - 22:30 | Mt Theater, Mt Tam State Park, Mill Valley, CA, 2 Park Ter, United States
SCI-FI MOVIE NIGHT: THE MARTIAN
2015 film starring Matt Damon depicts the struggles of an astronaut left behind on Mars as he awaits rescue. Post-screening discussion by Jeffrey Silverman of Science VS Cinema
For directions and more information http://www.friendsofmttam.org/astronomy.html
Note: No Star Viewing on Movie Night

CANCELLED 9:30am Strenuous Hike with K. Ulring
2019-09-22
CANCELLED.Time: 9:30 AMTrailhead: Redwood Creek Trailhead.
“South Side Views and History” Fitness hike with docent Karen Ulring. We’ll see the former site of the famous Banducci Heather Farms, hiking up Heather Cut Off to great views along the Coastal View trail, while learning of the many changes to the west side of Mt Tam and Kent Canyon.
Distance: 9.6 milesElevation gain: 1637 ft.Strenuous.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).

5:30pm Moderate Hike with R. Feist
2019-09-25
Time: 5:30 PMTrailhead: Bootjack Parking Lot.
"Mid-Week Delight" Fitness hike with docent Robert Feist. Fall is here! Get some great exercise in this scenic mid-week hike up to the historic West Point Inn. We’ll enjoy the softening light and quieter ambiance as sunset approaches when we make our way back to Pantoll.
Distance: 4 milesElevation gain: 824 ft.Moderate.
What to bring: Come prepared. Wear good hiking shoes/boots. Bring plenty of water, lunch and snacks. Hiking poles are recommended on this mountain.
Participation: Hikes are limited to 20 people per leader. First come, first serve. Be on time to allow for parking and meeting with your group. No entrance fee. No pets (unless otherwise specified).
Cancellation policy: Rain or winds above 30 mph will cancel.
Parking: Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak trailheads require an $8 parking fee (exact change or check).
