Friends of Mt Tam

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Astronomy Night - A Universe of Universes? Alex Filippenko
2018-04-21 20:00 - 22:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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 "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.

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 "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.

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

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.

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

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

FMT Board Mtg
2018-04-10 18:30 - 20:30 | 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

9:30am Hike with docent Tracy Stuart from Rock Spring
2018-04-08
When: Sunday April 8 @9:30amTrailhead: Rock SpringDocent: Tracy Stuart Topic: Health and Happiness Description: 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! Other information: Dog friendly hike. Dogs must be on a max 6ft. long leash at all time. Only two guest dogs are allowed at each hike, first come-first serve. Dog owners will be requested to sign a waiver.Difficulty: R

11-4 VC: Kit Murphy & Debra Brody
2018-04-08

9:30am CANCELLED (Hike with docent Joan Lamphier from Pantoll)
2018-04-07
CANCELLED for rain and high winds
When: Saturday April 7 @9:30Trailhead: PantollDocent: Joan Lamphier
Topic: BirdsDescription: Mt Tam’s diverse habitats support a variety of bird species and lifestyles. Walk with Joan to learn about the variety of habitats on the mountain and how that are used by different species.
Difficulty: E
This walk is offered in collaboration with the Healthy Parks Healthy People Bay Area program.

9:30am CANCELLED (Hike with docent Marie Bush from Rock Spring)
2018-04-07
CANCELLEDWhen: Sunday April 1 @ 9:30amTrailhead: Rock SpringHike Docent: Marie BushTopic: WaterDescription: Climb Ben Stein and then follow the water in the Cataract creek, pass the water fall and back. Rather short 5 miles, but somewhat challenging for novices. Meditate on the sound of water and silence the chatter in your head.Difficulty: Regular

VC - Cate Zovod - 11-4
2018-04-07 | Mt Tamalpais East Peak, Mt. Tam Gravity Car Barn, Mill Valley, 94941, United States

5:30pm Hike with docent Robert Feist from Bootjack
2018-04-04
When: Wednesday April 4 @5:30pmTrailhead: BootjackDocent: Robert FeistTopic: Mt Tam HistoryDescription: Come to the first Wed eve hike of the season! Experience the mountain like no other time – softening daylight to the beautiful hues of sunset! A perfect opportunity for mid-week excercise enjoying the splendors of Mt Tam!Difficulty: R

11-4 VC: Shirley Beers/Lillian Lessler
2018-04-01

11am Hike with Docent Catherine from Bootjack
2018-04-01
When: Sunday, April 1 @11amTrailhead: Bootjack
Docent: Catherine OrlandTopic: Waterways of Mt. TamDescription: Water on Mt. Tam is essential for all kinds of animal and plant life, including Redwoods, which we will see and hear about on this hike. But to really understand how water flows on Mt. Tam, we have to hike through and across the hills and valleys that separate one creek from another. Join us for this strenuous 6-9 mile hike (we have options!) and learn about how the connected streams contribute to the greater ecological picture of waterways on Mt. Tam. Bring lunch or a snack, plenty of water and solid shoes.M

9:30am Hike with docent Pat Ernsberger from Dias Ridge
2018-04-01
When: Saturday April 7 @9:30Trailhead: Dias RidgeDocent: Pat ErnsbergerTopic: Area HistoryDescription: Dias Ranch and Rancho Sausalito land grant to the Miwok Sacred Mountain. Down the Dias Ridge Trail, across Redwood Creek and up the Miwok to our Dias Ridge trailhead.Difficulty: R

11-4 Visitor Center Shirley Beers/Lillian Lessler
2018-04-01

12-4 Gravity Car Barn - Phill Rhodes
2018-03-31 | East Peak, Mt Tamalpais
Gravity Car Barn Museum – East Peak
