Alameda County: Exciting adventures in Regional Parks await!

Enjoy the last stretch of summer with time outdoors. Connect with nature in East Bay Regional Parks. Not your everyday park plans — catch 'em while you can! Bat-Watching Programs July & August, starting at dusk | various parks Join East Bay Regional Parks naturalists this summer for evening bat-watching programs and learn about these fascinating flying mammals as they swoop, dive, and feed after dark. Bring your curiosity, a flashlight, and a sense of adventure. Find events. Lake Del Valle Boat Tours July & August, various dates and times | Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore Join a guided boat tour to take in sweeping views of the reservoir, watch for birds along the shoreline, and enjoy a perspective of the park from the water. Reservations fill fast! Ages 2 and up. Life jackets are provided. Register here. Farm Fest Aug. 9, 10am-1pm | Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley Spend a fun-filled day at the Little Farm with hands-on crafts, family-friendly activities, and up-close encounters with farm animals. Learn about the many ways farms connect people to food, fiber, and community. Learn more. Family Movie Night Aug. 22, 8-10pm | Ardenwood Historic Farm, Fremont Gather your family and friends for a fun summer evening under the stars with a free screening of Zootopia 2 (rated PG). Arrive early to claim a great spot on the lawn, and bring a blanket or chairs for cozy seating. Please leave pets at home for this event. Learn more. Crown Beach Fish Festival Aug. 29, 10am-3pm | Crown Memorial State Beach, Alameda Celebrate the wonders of the bay at the Crown Beach Fish Festival. Dive in to a day of fishy fun with hands-on activities, shoreline discovery, and family-friendly programs that highlight the amazing aquatic life of San Francisco Bay. Learn more. Grab your binoculars and scan for feathered friends Birding 101 July 19, 9-10:30am | Coyote Hills Regional Park, Fremont Stroll along the boardwalk with a naturalist and learn the basics of birding. Binoculars are provided or bring your own. Learn more. Bird Exploration Aug. 1, 9-11am | Sunol Wilderness Regional Preserve, Sunol The Bay Area bursts with bird life. Join a guided walk of up to 2 miles and learn about what birds are doing in the summer months. Birders of all levels ages 8 and up are welcome. Learn more. Secretive Summer Birds Aug. 22, 8:30-10am | Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley Summer is the quietest time for birdwatching. The birds are laying low, so it takes a little extra effort to find them. Learn more. Find more at ebparks.org/birding. Naturalists offer education and insight while leading group hikes Wednesday Walks New routes & new parks every week! Find hikes here. Big Break Nature Walk July & August, various dates and times | Big Break Regional Shoreline, Oakley Enjoy guided walks to observe seasonal changes in this dynamic wetland environment. Learn more. Canine Capers July 25 & Aug. 22, 9-11am | Various parks Dog lovers: Bring your leashed pups on a monthly group hike at a changing destination each month. In July, we'll meet up at the Alameda Creek Trail in Fremont. In August, we're bound for Roberts Regional Recreation Area in Oakland. Human participants: ages 8 and up. Register here. Nature Photography Walk July 26, Aug. 13 & 23, various times | Big Break Regional Shoreline, Oakley Take a guided short stroll and document the beauty of nature. Photos captured during this program can be submitted in the annual photography exhibit hosted at the Visitor Center this fall. Learn more. Beat the Heat - Morning Treks Various August dates | Various parks Start your day on the trail before the temperatures rise. Naturalists are leading refreshing morning hikes at parks across the Park District this August. Some programs require registration, so check the schedule before you go. Find hikes here. Creekside Walk Aug. 9, 1-2pm | Garin Regional Park, Hayward Where there is water, there is life. Enjoy a pleasant 2-mile walk along a shady creek and discover which plants and animals call this place home. Learn more. Find more at ebparks.org/hiking. Introductions to science and nature for youngsters Lakeside Littles July 20 & Aug. 17, 10-11am | Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area, Pleasanton Tailored to preschoolers, this program offers themed activities to introduce kids to science and nature like, exploring a trail, looking at bugs, discovering shadows, and more. In July, our theme is Ice Cream Science. In August, it's Sandy Summer. Learn more. Summer Scavenger Hunt July 26, Aug. 9 & 23, 9:30-11am | Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, Antioch The spring flowers have faded, but there is still so much beauty to find at Black Diamond Mines. Search for signs of summer in this fun, self-guided scavenger hunt designed for ages 2-5. Learn more. Hikes for Tykes Aug. 4 & 18 | Various parks Guided walks of about a half mile introduce young kids to nature. Tools for exploration are provided. Find hikes here.  Outdoor Discoveries Aug. 10, 10:30am-noon | Sunol Wilderness Regional Preserve, Sunol This monthly series introduces young learners to science and nature through a lesson and hands-on activities geared toward ages 4-8. August's theme is the Power of the Sun. Register here. Sea Squirts Aug. 11, 10:30-11:45am | Crown Memorial State Beach, Alameda Tailored to preschoolers, this monthly program offers themed activities to introduce kids to science and nature on the shoreline through songs, games, and crafts. Our theme in August is Radical Reptiles. Learn more. Special projects for nature lovers Let's Do Something Meaningful Together! Do you have an idea for a volunteer service project? Whether you're looking to organize a corporate team-building event, volunteer with a community group, or create another specialized volunteer opportunity, we'd love to work with you. Submit a Service Project Proposal, and our Volunteer Services team will partner with park staff to explore the possibilities and help build a meaningful project that benefits both your group and our Regional Parks. To get started, you'll need an East Bay Regional Park District Volunteer account. New users can create one here. Users who have an existing account can log in. Then, follow the steps in the guide, How to Submit a Service Proposal.  Learn more at ebparks.org/volunteer.

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