Upcoming events and volunteer opportunities
Be sure to check out the San Mateo County Parks webpage for other opportunities to get involved. Click on an event to learn more.San Pedro Valley Work Days
Help restore and preserve the plant habitats at the Park. Volunteers meet at the Visitor Center near the parking lot. For more information, call (650) 355-8289.
San Pedro Valley Park is located at 600 Oddstad Blvd, Pacifica.
Trail Maintenance
- Saturday, Feb. 11, 9 a.m. - Noon
Native Plant Restoration
- Saturday, Jan. 21, 9 a.m. - Noon
- Saturday, Feb. 18, 9 a.m. - Noon
Upcoming Events at San Pedro Valley
All events are at the vistor center.
•Special Kids Event – Saturday February 11 1pm
The Insect Discovery Lab will be at the visitor center to help kids explore the fantastic lives of beetles, millipedes, tarantulas, walking sticks, whip scorpions and more! The presenters will introduce the extraordinarily diverse world of insects and other arthropods and teach about their key role in the web of life. Kids will be shown what insects to be on the look-out for while on their walks in the park.
•Saturday February 25 7:30pm Ecology of Mountain Lions
Zara McDonald, founder and executive director of the Felidae Conservation Fund, will present the ecological needs of the mountain lion and the attempts to save them and their habitats.
San Bruno Mountain State and County Park
Join San Bruno Mountain Watch volunteers who are working to eradicate invasive plants on the mountain. Bring water and sun protection and wear sturdy shoes and layered of clothing. Meet at San Bruno Mountain Watch office, 44 Visitacion Ave, Suite 206, Brisbane.For additional information, call (415) 467-6631.
- Saturday, Feb. 4, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Saturday, Feb. 18, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Work with other volunteers dedicated to restoring the bog on the Mountain. Meet at the park kiosk in the main parking lot. Wear long pants, sturdy shoes and layered clothing. For additional information, call (415) 467-6631.
Bog Restoration
- Saturday, Feb. 11, 10 a.m. - Noon
- Saturday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m. - Noon
Edgewood Nature Hikes
Free Docent-Led Nature HikeSaturday, February 18, 10 am - 1 pm.
Depart from Education Center
To display the treasures of Edgewood Natural Preserve all year long, Friends of Edgewood's trained docents now guide nature hikes on the third Saturday morning of each month. Walks are free and the general public is invited. The three to four mile walks vary according to the docent and the current happenings in the Preserve.
You are invited to join the walk. Let your friends know, too!
What to bring: Water, a hat, sturdy shoes, sunscreen, and a snack if you wish. We don't stop for lunch. Restrooms: Restrooms and water are available only at the Old Stage Day Camp and Education Center. Reservations: None needed unless you have a group of 10 or more. For group reservations for 10 or more, please email: docent-coordinator at friendsofedgewood.org.
Edgewood Weed Warriors
Warriors usually meet Friday mornings throughout the year, Wednesday late afternoon in summer and selected Saturdays throughout the year. For more information, see their website or email them at info@friendsofedgewood.org
