For our first in-person Village Talk of 2021, we will discuss one of our most critically important insects: bees. Join naturalist Harold Hirsch as he discusses the biology, evolutionary history, and ecological function of wild native bees of the San Francisco Bay Area.

Join us as we walk through Back Ranch Meadows and learn how pre-colonial Coast Miwok people harvested food throughout China Camp.

We’ll investigate nature’s works of art and musical sounds hidden amongst the trees, grasses, and marshland at China Camp Village.

In the summer, when many bird species are wrapping up nesting in China Camp, warbling vireos are just starting to raise their young here. A great place to look for them is in the tall trees surrounding Miwok Meadows. With a little practice, you can identify these beautiful seasonal visitors.

The name for this month’s full moon certainly applies here at China Camp, as we’ve been spotting the growing racks on our mature male deer.

Using found objects such as seeds, leaves, sticks, and stones along the trail, we will make natural works of art and let our creativity flow. 

Join naturalist Jerry Coe for an educational walk as he discusses the pre-colonial settlements of the coastal Miwok people at China Camp.

Join naturalist Harold Hirsch on an exploratory hike to observe species in this family that are found at China Camp among other spring wildflowers. 

Join our ongoing beginning birding class with naturalist Jerry Coe. No birding experience needed!

Join us for this 1.5-hour educational  hike as we explore the science and ecology of local oak trees of the Bay Area.

Who’s hoo-ing at China Camp? Owls, that’s hoo! Earn your Jr. Ranger badge as we learn about owls and their favorite foods.

For this Junior Ranger Program we'll learn about the plants and animals that depend on Back Ranch Creek which flows through China Camp’s campground. We'll follow the creek that is full of winter rain as it rushes toward the Bay. We will explore the life that lives in and around the creek and talk about why it is important to protect our watershed!

Earn your Jr. Ranger badge as we learn about owls and their favorite foods.

Fall is the season of change: the days grow shorter and the shadows grow longer.

Welcome! Join our ongoing beginning birding class with naturalist Jerry Coe.

Join us for Part 2 of our celebration of Indigenous People’s Month, with a two hour naturalist-led walk in the park. Indigenous coastal Miwok people have lived and thrived in the China Camp area for over 5000 years.

Join us for Part 1 of an educator-led “walk and talk” in China Camp, as we partner with the Museum of the American Indian to celebrate Indigenous People’s Month.

Explore China Camp with a Naturalist!

This walk is a continuation of a previous Miwok program in August.

Earn your Jr. Ranger Badge and learn about the life of coyotes and their habitat.

Join Friends of China Camp for an exclusive Full Moon Tai Chi class in China Camp State Park. Instructor David MacLam will lead us through a gentle moving meditation as the full moon rises and casts glittering light across the bay.

Explore China Camp with a Naturalist!

This is an ongoing monthly program for children 3-5 years old. We'll use puppets, songs and stories to ignite scientific curiosity and love for exploring the natural world.  Meet at the parking lot above China Camp Village for educational fun!

Earn your Jr. Ranger Badge exploring China Camp's salt marsh and the birds, fish, sharks, crabs and other critters in this exciting and mysterious habitat.

Join Friends of China Camp for an exclusive Full Moon Tai Chi class in China Camp State Park.

Join naturalist Jerry Coe for an educational walk as he discusses the pre-colonial settlements of the coastal Miwok people at China Camp.

Learn about the abundant wildlife in the area. See stunning vistas. Get Outside and exercise by the glittering bay.

Learn about the abundant wildlife in the area. See stunning vistas. Get Outside and exercise by the glittering bay.

China Camp Village Museum, China Camp State Park Age: Best for ages 7 to 11, accompanied by an adult Admission: Free

Please bring warm clothing, appropriate hiking gear, water, and a flashlight. We will meet at 7:45pm sharp. We will reply to confirm your reservation and provide meeting location details.