Friends of Mt Tam

Finding Balance in Nature - Maria De La Fuente
2022-04-13 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bootjack Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais
Mount Tamalpais State Park Docent Led Hike
“Finding Balance in Nature by finding connections between us and the surrounding trees”

TENTATIVE ROUTE: Bootjack – Matt Davis Trail – Nora Trail – Rock Springs – Mountain Theatre – Easy Grade Trail
Part of the FMT Pantoll Quad / https://www.friendsofmttam.org/activities/hiking/
DISTANCE: 5 miles / Moderately Strenuous
Meet: Bootjack Parking Area
Departure: 10:00am. Group should return no later than 2:00pm

NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! You do not need to be a Friends of Mt Tam member to participate. Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Frequent hand sanitation, physical distancing, and no sharing of gear or maps. Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

The (not-so) Hidden Treasures of Mt Tamalpais - Brian Muir
2022-05-08 09:00 - 14:00, 2022-08-21 09:00 - 14:00 | Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais
Mount Tamalpais State Park Docent Led Hike
“The (not-so) Hidden Treasures of Mt Tamalpais: Experience multiple geologic and growth eco-systems while traversing the south side of Mt Tamalpais. Visit historic West Point Inn and Mountain Theater.”

TENTATIVE ROUTE: Pan Toll – Old Stage Road – Rock Springs Trail – Old Mine Trail.
Part of the FMT Pantoll Quad / https://www.friendsofmttam.org/activities/hiking/
DISTANCE: 5 miles / Moderately Strenuous.
MEET: Pantoll Parking Area
DEPARTURE: 9am departure. Group should return no later than 2:30pm.

NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! You do not need to be a Friends of Mt Tam member to participate. Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Frequent hand sanitation, physical distancing, and no sharing of gear or maps. Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

Finding Balance in Nature
2022-05-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Bootjack Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais
Mount Tamalpais State Park Docent Led Hike
Moved from May 11 to May 18: “Finding Balance in Nature by finding connections between us and the surrounding trees”

TENTATIVE ROUTE: Bootjack – Matt Davis Trail – Nora Trail – Rock Springs – Mountain Theatre – Easy Grade Trail
Part of the FMT Pantoll Quad / https://www.friendsofmttam.org/activities/hiking/
DISTANCE: 5 miles / Moderately Strenuous
Meet: Bootjack Parking Area
Departure: 10:00am. Group should return no later than 2:00pm

Hike Details
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! You do not need to be a Friends of Mt Tam member to participate. Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Frequent hand sanitation, physical distancing, and no sharing of gear or maps. Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

The Backdoor To Muir Woods - Franklin Young
2022-06-01 10:00 - 14:30 | Mountain Home Inn, 810 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA
Mount Tamalpais State Park Docent Led Hike
See Muir Woods without any parking hassle and without the crowds. Along the way we will point out some historic markers.

TENTATIVE ROUTE: Canopy Trail – Muir Woods- Plevin Cut – Alice Eastwood Camp (lunch) – Sierra Trail – Mountain Home Parking Lot
MEET: Mountain Home Parking Area (parking is also available across the street on the Gravity Car Fire Road)
DISTANCE: 5 miles / Moderately Strenuous
DEPARTURE: 10am Departure – Group should return no later than 2:30
LUNCH: This hike will have a lunch break – bring your lunch

NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! You do not need to be a Friends of Mt Tam member to participate. Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Frequent hand sanitation, physical distancing, and no sharing of gear or maps. Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

Enjoy the panoramic vistas of West Peak and its history - Franklin Young
2022-06-05 09:00 - 14:30
Mount Tamalpais State Park Docent Led Hike

TENTATIVE ROUTE: Bootjack – Mountaintop – Arturo – Potrero Meadows – Benstein – Mountain Theater (lunch) – Bootjack
MEET: Bootjack Parking Area
DISTANCE: 7 miles / Moderately Strenuous
DEPARTURE: 9am Departure – Group should return no later than 2:30
LUNCH: This hike will have a lunch break – bring your lunch

NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! You do not need to be a Friends of Mt Tam member to participate. Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Frequent hand sanitation, physical distancing, and no sharing of gear or maps. Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

Learn about the "Crookest Railroad In The World" - Franklin Young
2022-06-08 17:00 - 19:30 | Mountain Home Inn, 810 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA
Mount Tamalpais State Park Docent Led Hike

TENTATIVE ROUTE: Hogback – Matt Davis – Nora – West Point Inn – Old Railroad Grade – Gravity Car Grade – Mountain Home
MEET: Mountain Home Parking Area
DISTANCE: 5 miles / Moderately Strenuous
DEPARTURE: 5:00pm Departure – Group should return no later than 7:30pm

Hike Details
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! You do not need to be a Friends of Mt Tam member to participate. Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Frequent hand sanitation, physical distancing, and no sharing of gear or maps. Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

The (not-so) Hidden Treasures of Mt Tamalpais - Brian Muir
2022-06-12 09:00 - 14:00 | Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais
Mount Tamalpais State Park Docent Led Hike
“The (not-so) Hidden Treasures of Mt Tamalpais: Experience multiple geologic and growth eco-systems while traversing the south side of Mt Tamalpais. Visit historic West Point Inn and Mountain Theater.”

TENTATIVE ROUTE: Pan Toll – Old Stage Road – Rock Springs Trail – Old Mine Trail.
Part of the FMT Pantoll Quad / https://www.friendsofmttam.org/activities/hiking/
DISTANCE: 5 miles / Moderately Strenuous.
MEET: Pantoll Parking Area
DEPARTURE: 9am departure. Group should return no later than 2:30pm.

All Hikes Details

NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! You do not need to be a Friends of Mt Tam member to participate. Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Frequent hand sanitation, physical distancing, and no sharing of gear or maps. Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

A stroll to Muir Woods. Learn 3 little known facts about redwood trees while enjoying tree therapy at the end of our busy day.
2022-07-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Mountain Home Inn, 810 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA
Tentative Route: Mt Home to Canopy to Muir Wood to Fern Canyon to Lost trail to Canopy to Mt Home
Distance: 6 miles with limited stops / Moderately Strenuous
Meet: Mountain Home Parking Area
Departure: 5:30pm
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

Classic Pantoll Loop: Explore Redwoods, a meadow with a population of 3 Stellar’s Jays, the amazing TCC trail, and Cardiac Hill with amazing ocean views.
2022-07-16 09:00 - 13:30 | Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais
Tentative Route: Alpine Trail, TCC Trail, Dipsea, and Lower Old Mine
Distance: 3.5 miles / Moderate
Meet: Pantoll Parking Area
Departure: 9:00am
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

"Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity" / “Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau. / Science is proving what people have known for ages – going out into nature is one of the best ways to connect with your creative mind. There will be a few stopping points along the way so bring a notebook, pens/pencils, and make your own creative connection to Mt. Tam!
2022-07-17 09:00 - 13:30 | Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais
TENTATIVE ROUTE: TBD
DISTANCE: 5 miles / Moderately Strenuous
MEET: Pantoll Parking Area
DEPARTURE: 9am Departure. Group should return no later than 1:30pm
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

In search of Sitting Bull. Our goal is to visit the Sitting Bull plaque. Along the way we'll visit the Double Bow Knot station (NEW DATE)
2022-07-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Mountain Home Inn, 810 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA
Tentative Route: Mountain Home to Gravity Car Grade to Double Bow Knot to Hoo Koo E Koo to Temelpa to Sitting Bull plaque to Vic Haun to Hoo Koo E Koo to Hogback to Mountain Home
Distance: 5 miles with limited stops / Moderately Strenuous
Meet: Mountain Home Parking Area
Departure: 5:30pm
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

Classic Pantoll Loop: Explore Redwoods, a meadow with a population of 3 Stellar’s Jays, the wonderful TCC trail, and Cardiac Hill with amazing ocean views.
2022-07-23 09:00 - 12:30 | Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais

Green Gulch Farm Zen center. In addition to being a Soto Zen center, Green Gulch operates a 7 acre organic farm practicing state of the art techniques. We will have an opportunity to tour Green Gulch (NEW DATE)..
2022-07-24 09:00 - 13:30
Tentative Route: Dias Ridge to Miwok to Coyote Ridge to Green Gulch to Green Gulch Zen center to Golden Gate Dairy Stables to Dias Ridge trail to Dias Ridge
Distance: 9 miles with lunch at Green Gulch Peaceful Gardens / Strenuous
Meet: Dias Ridge Trail intersection with Panoramic Highway
Departure: 9:00am
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

"Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity" / “Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau. / Science is proving what people have known for ages – going out into nature is one of the best ways to connect with your creative mind. There will be a few stopping points along the way so bring a notebook, pens/pencils, and make your own creative connection to Mt. Tam!
2022-08-06 09:00 - 13:30 | Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais
TENTATIVE ROUTE: TBD
DISTANCE: 5 miles / Moderately Strenuous (Will generally be challenging for an unconditioned person. The terrain will involve a steady and often steep incline. Generally 5 to 8 miles.)
MEET: Pantoll Parking Area
DEPARTURE: 9am Departure. Group should return no later than 1:30pm
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! Just show up!
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

"Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity" / “Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau. / Science is proving what people have known for ages – going out into nature is one of the best ways to connect with your creative mind. There will be a few stopping points along the way so bring a notebook, pens/pencils, and make your own creative connection to Mt. Tam - Caryn Lowe
2022-09-10 09:00 - 13:30 | Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais

Finding Balance in Nature - Maria De La Fuente
2022-09-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Bootjack Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais

East Peak Gravity Car Barn Museum Docent Tours
2022-10-15 12:00 - 16:00, 2022-10-30 12:00 - 16:00, 2022-11-05 12:00 - 16:00 | Mt Tamalpais East Peak, Mt. Tam Gravity Car Barn, Mill Valley, 94941, United States
State Park Volunteer docents at the Gravity Car Barn Museum share their love of the mountain’s rich history. Relive the past by learning how train passengers used to coast down the mountain.
You’ll also find:

Interpretive displays to help connect visitors with the cultural resources found at the park.
Video documentary for your enjoyment
Historic photos and memorabilia – train tickets, old tavern menus, and more!

Classic Pantoll Loop: Explore Redwoods, a meadow with a population of 3 Stellar’s Jays, the wonderful TCC trail, and Cardiac Hill with amazing ocean views - Interpretive hike with docent Tom McKewan
2022-10-16 09:00 - 12:30, 2022-11-19 09:00 - 12:30 | Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais

Volunteer Trail Crew
2022-10-18 09:00 - 14:00
Give back to the mountain by clearing trails, replacing worn out fences, and helping to remove non-native plant species!
The Trail Crew meets every third Tuesday of the month. Recruitment for Trail Crew volunteers is ongoing. All volunteers must complete the Volunteer in the Parks Program (VIPP) Training. To find out how you can join the trail crew, please email leafontrail@gmail.com

Walking Mt. Tam: Trails of Creativity" - Interpretive hike with docent Caryn Lowe
2022-10-29 09:00 - 13:30 | Pantoll Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais
“Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow!” -Thoreau.
Science 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.

HIKE ROUTE: Start at Pantoll Parking Lot; Old Mine Trail to Mountain Theater; Rock Spring Trail to West Point Inn; Old Stage Road to Pantoll Parking Lot
DISTANCE: Distance (mi): 4.5. Elevation Gain (ft): 500. Moderate. *This hike is limited to 12 people.*
MEET: Pantoll Parking Area
DEPARTURE: 9am Departure. Group should return no later than 1:30pm
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Show up early though – This hike is limited to 12 people.
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

East Peak Gravity Car Barn Open
2022-11-06 12:00 - 16:00, 2022-11-19 12:00 - 16:00, 2022-11-20 12:00 - 16:00 | Mt Tamalpais East Peak, Mt. Tam Gravity Car Barn, Mill Valley, 94941, United States

West Peak: The good, the bad and the ugly - Interpretative hike with docent Franklin Young
2022-11-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Bootjack Parking Lot, Mt Tamalpais
Our ascend to West Peak will afford us some exceptional 360 views and we will learn about the history of West Peak: the good, the bad and the very ugly.
HIKE ROUTE : Bootjack to Mt Theater; Mountain top to West Peak; Arturo; Northside; International; Miller; Railroad Grade to West Point Inn; Rock Spring Trail to Mt Theater; Bootjack trail to Start
DISTANCE: About 6.5 miles moderately strenuous with lunch stop
MEET: Bootjack Campground Parking Lot
DEPARTURE: 9AM departure. Group should return no later than 2:00pm
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! You do not need to be a Friends of Mt Tam member to participate.
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Frequent hand sanitation, physical distancing, and no sharing of gear or maps. Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

Tracing the steps of Mt Tamalpais Scenic Railroad - Interpretative hike with docent Franklin Young
2022-11-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Mountain Home Inn, 810 Panoramic Hwy, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA
As we imagine the sounds and excitement of the old RR, we will enjoy the same extraordinary scenery that brought people to the Mountain in 1920’s. It will be a good prelude to a bountiful Thanksgiving dinner.
HIKE ROUTE: Mt Home to Matt Davis; Matt Davis to Nora; Old Railroad Grade to Hogback; Hogback to Mt Home
DISTANCE: About 4 miles moderately strenuous
MEET: Mountain Home Parking Lot
DEPARTURE: 10AM departure. Group should return no later than 1:00pm
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! You do not need to be a Friends of Mt Tam member to participate.
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Frequent hand sanitation, physical distancing, and no sharing of gear or maps. Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).

Gorgeous Views of Alpine Lake and Pt Reyes - Interpretative hike with docent Franklin Young
2022-11-26 09:00 - 14:00 | Rock Spring Parking Lot
We’ll meander through forest and chaparral to reach Bare Knoll for an early lunch. Bare Knoll offers delightful views of Alpine lake and Pt Reyes. A great way to recover from Black Friday!
HIKE ROUTE: Rock Spring to Benstein; Laurel Dell Fire Road to Bare Knoll; High Marsh; Cataract to Rock Spring
DISTANCE: About 4 miles moderate hike with a snack break
MEET: Rock Spring Parking Lot
DEPARTURE: 9AM departure. Group should return no later than 2:00pm
NO REGISTRATION OR SIGN UP NECCESSARY. Everyone welcome! You do not need to be a Friends of Mt Tam member to participate.
CANCELLATIONS: Rain, red flag days, winds above 30 mph, and unforeseen circumstances will cancel. Check the Friends of Mt Tam Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMtTam
PARKING: We strongly recommend carpooling and arriving 15 minutes early to find parking. Certain parking areas require a $8 fee (Pantoll, Bootjack, and East Peak). Bring exact change!
WATER: Bring at least two bottles of water on hot days. Most hikes do not pass by public drinking water sources.
FOOD: Unless stated otherwise in the hike description, there will not be a formal lunch stop. Bring your own snacks.
PROTECTION: Ticks, mosquitoes, horse flies and yellow jackets are present, but not abundant.
STURDY BOOTS: Trails are uneven, rocky and can be very steep in places. Sandals, sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Frequent hand sanitation, physical distancing, and no sharing of gear or maps. Visitors need to be fully prepared to provide for all of their own needs, including a map (printed or downloaded), hand sanitizer, tissues, and first aid supplies.
HIKE DOCENTS have been trained under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP).
