Environment

Parks Conservancy is to preserve the Golden Gate National Parks, enhance the park visitor experience, and build a community dedicated to conserving the parks for the future. 

Marin County Parks offers for public use and enjoyment an extensive system of regional and community parks, open space preserves, and trails. 

Friends of Corte Madera Creek Watershed protects and enhances the natural ecosystems of the area, especially those relating to urbanized creeks and wetlands. 

The River Otter Ecology Project engages the public in supporting conservation and restoration by linking river otter recovery to the health of our watersheds through education, research, and community science.  

Conservation Corps North Bay's goal is to harness the energy of youth to preserve and protect the environment so that the entire community profits.

Exploratorium High School Explainers are a diverse group of students who engage visitors at exhibits, lead demonstrations, and run many museum operations.

Marin Headlands Institute TEEM is a paid environmental education internship and leadership program for San Francisco and Marin high school students.  TEEM interns gain first-hand knowledge about the field of environmental education through field trips, one-on-one mentorships with our professional educators, and by leading interactive activities with our elementary school participants.

The California Academy of Science's Teen Advocates for Science Communication volunteers present youth-created educational programs to the public.

Marin Audubon works to protect wildlife habitat in Marin, sometimes stepping in to buy land that is slated for development.

Marin Agricultural Land Trust was created in 1980 by a coalition of ranchers and environmentalists to permanently preserve Marin County farmland.

Volunteers play a critical role in maintaining the scenic beauty and biological richness of the Mt. Tamalpais Watershed. From improving trails, restoring habitat, and protecting threatened animals, MMWD has a variety of volunteer opportunities available to match your skills, interests, and available time.

Global Student Embassy (GSE) takes on issues of food sovereignty, sustainable agriculture, and school-sustainability. 

The One Tam Youth Initiative engages, empowers, and educates young people while providing critical support for the lands of Mt. Tam. Using the mountain as a diverse and expansive classroom, young stewards restore high-priority native habitat, learn about the importance of public lands, develop valuable leadership skills, and create lasting connections to this special place. Programs are designed to deliver meaningful experiences and memories that will last a lifetime.

Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco’s Park and Garden Beautification program is part of our Neighborhood Revitalization efforts. We strive to beautify and expand community parks and gardens to make them cleaner, safer, and more accessible for everyone.