Don Edwards SF Bay NWR: Open for the Holidays

2 Marshlands Road,Fremont CA 94555

10 December, 2022

Description

The Visitor Contact Station and Nature Store at the Don Edwards SF Bay NWR are finally opening, just for the holidays! We hope you will stop by to say hello, pick up a trail map, attend one of our many weekend programs, and enjoy the beautiful wetland landscapes the Refuge has to offer. The Nature Store is the perfect place to shop for all of your nature-themed holiday gifts. We have t-shirts for adults and kids, Junior Ranger vests and hats, bird guides, NWRS passports, books, and cute animal-themed stocking stuffers! Ranger Programs: Saturday, December 10, 2022Trail Highlights Walk @ 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM Longtime Volunteer Elaine will lead a "Visitor Choice" walk depending on what the attendees want. So, it may include the Tidelands, LaRievier, and Quarry trails or all three. Heavy rain would cancel, but a light shower might give all a chance to sing and splash in the rain. Refuge to the Rescue @ 1:00-2:00 PM Join docent Larry Rosenblum on a tour of the refuge while learning about the dire state of San Francisco Bay 60 years ago and how the creation of the refuge played a role in preserving and restoring it. Learn how the refuge rescued two endangered species and rescued us as well! Ranger Programs: Sunday, December 11, 2022Beginning Bird Watching Walk @ 9:30-11:00 AMJoin us for Birding 101 at the Refuge! Looking to get outdoors in a new way? Searching for a fun and rewarding pastime? We hope you join us for a little Birding for Beginners with Ceal Craig, Ph.D., a 20-year volunteer for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. We are excited to host a presentation, followed by a small birding stroll {TRAIL}. The trail is ADA Accessible and suitable for anyone with mobility limitations [depends on the trail} This event is geared toward all ages but will be most enjoyable for those ages eight and up. Drawbridge Program @ 12:00 -1:00 PM Learn about the history of the Bay Area's very own ghost town, Drawbridge! Join Ceal Craig, Ph.D., a 20-year volunteer for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, for a unique opportunity to dive into the history of Drawbridge, a 'ghost town' that once housed a thriving community on an island along the South San Francisco Bay. Hike the Refuge's Most Popular Trails @ 1:30 - 3:00 PM Breathe in the salty bay air and take-in the expansive views of the shoreline on this approximately three (3) mile hike along our most popular trails, the Tidelands and LaRiviere Marsh trails. And while we're inhaling deeply, getting our hearts pumping, and flexing our muscles, we'll keep our eyes open for birds, mammals and other wildlife who are indulging in the beauty and quietude of the Refuge in autumn. Meet the hike leader at the Don Edwards SF Bay NWR Visitor Center in Fremont. Hike duration is between 1-1.5 hours. Moderate pace. Trails are mostly unpaved (dirt). One small hill climb and descent, otherwise flat. Dress in layers, bring water, and wear comfortable trail-running, hiking or walking shoes. Optional: Bring binoculars and/or camera. Open to all, but best enjoyed by those 12 years old and up. Limit: 15 participants. No dogs, please. Rain cancels.