Friends of Mt Tam

FMT Board Mtg
2018-04-10 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Northgate, 5800 Northgate Mall, San Rafael, CA 94903, USA, 501 Northgate Dr, San Rafael, CA, United States
Community Room – second floor – enter by food court

5:30pm Hike with Karen Sapper from Mt Home
2018-04-11
Evening HikeWhen: Wednesday, April 11 @5:30pmTrailhead: Mt HomeDocent: Karen SapperTopic: Fern CreekDescription: From Mt Home down into the lush canyon of Fern Creek. Spring Waters and Wild Flowers. A delight to the senses.Difficulty: M

11-4 VC - Sarah Martin
2018-04-14

9:30am Hike "Silence and sounds of nature" with docent Rosalind Gottfried from Pantoll parking lot.
2018-04-14
Saturday, April 14 @9:30am from Pantoll parking lot. “Silence and sounds of nature” led by docent Rosalind Gottfried. –Mindfulness in nature will be explored, especially in relationship to the sounds, and silences, on the trail. Meet in Pantoll parking lot, near bathrooms. Dark green Camry, will have a sign indicating Friends of Mt Tam hike. Moderate.

VC - Janet Friedman
2018-04-14, 2018-04-22, 2018-04-28, 2018-04-29

11-4 Visitor Ctr-Tom Brookshire
2018-04-15

9:30 Hike "Nature's Reciprocity" by docent Marie Bush, from Bootjack trailhead.
2018-04-15
Sunday April 15 @9:30am from Bootjack trailhead. “Nature’s Reciprocity” by docent Marie Bush. –We will explore the theme of Nature’s Reciprocity. In our exploration, we will consider the ways in which death or ‘waste’ is essential to nourished, vibrant life. As we walk, we might discuss topics such as mushrooms, algae, bacteria, and even the human’s role in all of this. Moderate.

5:30pm Hike "Lichens" with docent Sue Karp, from Pantoll trailhead.
2018-04-18
Evening Hike Wednesday, April 18 @5:30pm from Pantoll trailhead. “Lichens” with docent Sue Karp. –What are Lichens? Where do they grow? Come along and explore their mystery. Easy.

9:30 Hike "Mindfullness in Nature" led by docent Alexandra Jurasin, from Rock Spring parking lot.
2018-04-21
Saturday April 21 at 9:30am from Rock Spring parking lot. “Mindfullness in Nature” led by docent Alexandra Jurasin Experience all of your senses in nature, while being guided through mindfulness practices, and finish the hike feeling like you’ve just had a shower for your mind. Regular.

Astronomy Night - A Universe of Universes? Alex Filippenko
2018-04-21 20:00 - 22:15 | Cushing Memorial Amphitheater, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA, 2 Cushing Dr, United States
Apr 21, 8:00pm — A Universe of Universes? AlexFilippenko, Professor of Astronomy, UC BerkeleyMany scientists now think that there might be more than a single universe.Our universe may be just one example in a farlarger “multiverse,” but an unusually complex one that is conduciveto the existence of life. Come learn about the relevant linesof reasoning and their profound implications.Parking Pass Required! Visit http://www.friendsofmttam.org/astronomy.htmlfor directions, parking and parking passes.

9:30 Hike "Colors and Patterns of Nature" led by docent Deborah Coburn, from Rock Spring parking lot.
2018-04-22
Sunday April 22 @9:30am from Rock Spring parking lot. “Colors and Patterns of Nature” led by docent Deborah Coburn. –We are surrounded by genius! After 3.8 billion years of R&D, Nature has figured out what works, what lasts. Walking along, we will look carefully to see some of Nature’s color and design strategies in action. We will discuss how these strategies accomplish what they have evolved to do. Easy.

11:00 Hike "Mt Tam Artists and Visionaries" led by docent Cate Zovod, from Pantoll trailhead.
2018-04-22
Sunday April 22 @11am from Pantoll trailhead. “Mt Tam Artists and Visionaries” led by docent Cate Zovod. — Since the early days of travel to Mt. Tam, the area has inspired artists. It is a wellspring of creative and spiritual renewal. This session will introduce you to the communities of artists and visionaries who have drawn inspiration from its slopes, and whose work comprises Mt. Tam’s cultural legacy. Guided exercises will help you tap into your own creative side – and research shows hiking gets your creative juices flowing. No artistic background or skill required. Open your mind on this Earth Day and let mountain speak to you and guide your hand as it has for so many before you. Easy.

5:30pm Hike "Mt Tam Camps" with docent Sue Karp, from Mt Home parking lot.
2018-04-25
Evening Hike Wednesday, April 25 @5:30pm from Mt Home parking lot. “Mt Tam Camps” with docent Sue Karp. –Listen to the evening sounds of nature. Break at one of Mt Tams noted camp sites. Take in the changing light of the evening. Moderate.

Moon Light Walk @ 8:30pm with park interpreter Rosanna Petralia, meet at Pantoll
2018-04-28
Moonlight Hike! Saturday April 28 @ 8:30pm from Pantoll trailhead. “Pink Moon” by park interpreter Rosanna Petralia Walk along Old Stage Road to the West Point Inn and back (4 miles) for great nocturnal views of the Bay Area. We will share inspirational stories along the way. Bring a flashlight, water and a snack. Kids friendly. Easy.

9:30 Hike "Redwood Trees" led by docent Maria de La Fuente, from Mt. Home parking lot.
2018-04-28
Saturday April 28 @9:30am from Mt. Home parking lot. “Redwood Trees” led by docent Maria de La Fuente. –We all need strength and balance to live a good life. We can find some great examples in nature. Let’s walk and find some of these meaningful connections between us and the surrounding trees. Regular.

9:30 Hike "Wildflowers" by docent Lizzy Silverstein, from Dias Ridge trailhead "Wildflowers" by docent Lizzy Silverstein
2018-04-29
Sunday April 29 @9:30am from Dias Ridge trailhead. “Wildflowers” by docent Lizzy Silverstein. –Come join me on a search for iris, poppy, lupine, monkey flower, shooting star, buttercup, ithuriel’s spear, footsteps of spring, cobweb thistle and hollyhock! And of course we will talk about the abundant chapparal. Moderate.

5:30pm Hike "Mt Tam History" with docent Robert Feist, from Pantoll trailhead
2018-05-02
Evening Hike! Wednesday, May 2 @5:30pm from Pantoll trailhead“Mt Tam History“ with docent Robert Feist –Take a break during the middle of your work week and reduce your stress by being out in nature on this beautiful mountain! We’ll keep an eye out for any flora or fauna we may see during this Springtime hike. You may even be surprised by learning some Mt Tam history that you never heard before! Regular

9:30 Hike "Shinrin-Yoku or Forest Bathing" with docent Nancy Benjamin, from Pantoll trailhead.
2018-05-05
Saturday May 5 @9:30am from Pantoll trailhead. “Shinrin-Yoku or Forest Bathing“ with docent Nancy Benjamin –What is Shinrin-Yoku? First developed in Japan, learn more about the practice and healing benefits of “forest bathing” to engage your senses with a gentle, guided hike to the Mountain Theatre. Please pack a brimmed hat, a small towel or mat for sitting, and water. Easy

9:30 Hike "Bolinas Ridge Views" with docent Lori Febbo, from Rock Spring parking lot.
2018-05-05
Saturday May 5 @ 9:30 from Rock Spring parking lot. “Bolinas Ridge Views“ with docent Lori Febbo —Enjoy some of the most beautiful views on Mt Tam, on a hike inspired by the landscapes of local artist Tom Killion. Regular

11-4 Visitor Center Shirley Beers/Lillian Lessler
2018-05-06

11-4 VC: Shirley Beers/Lillian Lessler
2018-05-06

11am Hike "Spirit and Nature" with docent Tina Menig. from Rock Spring trailhead.
2018-05-06
Sunday, May 6 @11am from Rock Spring trailhead. “Spirit and Nature“ with docent Tina Menig. —Nature provides many spiritual benefits that can help us in today’s frantic world. Discover the mystery of nature…how it can awaken our senses, quiet our minds and open our hearts. Explore the sacredness of MT. Tam as the Miwok Indians did centuries ago and as the animals do today. Easy

9:30 Hike "Health and Happiness" with docent Tracy Stuart, from Rock Spring trailhead
2018-05-06
Sunday, May 6 @9:30am from Rock Spring trailhead, “Health and Happiness“ with docent Tracy Stuart —Enjoy your endorphin high and share it with other hikers while exploring a landscape of Ferns, Sargent cypress trees, Serpentine Rock, Douglas Fir and free flowing creeks. Meet New Friends! Dog friendly hike. Dog permit required. Email park staff for a permit: Rosanna.Petralia@parks.ca.gov Difficulty: Regular

5:30pm Hike "Mindfulness in Nature" Alexandra Jurasin, from Pantoll
2018-05-09
Evening Hike! Wednesday, May 9 @5:30pm from Pantoll trailhead. “Mindfulness in Nature“ Alexandra Jurasin. —Experience all of your senses in nature, while being guided through mindfulness practices, and finish the hike feeling like you’ve just had a shower for your mind. Easy.

9:30 Hike "Redwood Trees" with docent Maria de La Fuente, from Pantoll trailhead
2018-05-12
Saturday, May 12 from Pantoll trailhead. “Redwood Trees” with docent Maria de La Fuente —We all need strength and balance to live a good life. We can find some great examples in nature. Let’s walk and find some of these meaningful connections between us and the surrounding trees. Regular

VC - Cate Zovod
2018-05-12

11-4 VC: Kit Murphy & Debra Brody
2018-05-13
