Helen Gilbert Gaus

Once again, while we are on break, here are some free or low cost events that are family friendly, and would be a great way to get outside / learn about nature! Fiesta en el Parque at Presidio Tunnel Tops! SATURDAY 8/1 9AM San Bruno Mountain FREE Take A Hike Challenge 2026 - San Bruno Mountain Series of hikes to introduce you to the beauty and biodiversity of your San Mateo County Parks! Hike up the Dairy Ravine Trail to the summit and back down the Eucalyptus Trail. SATURDAY 8/1 1PM Presidio...

Out in the Ocean A pod of humpback whales are moving north along the California coast. Deep, cold ocean waters upwell here, bringing yummy krill and small fish for the whales to eat. A baby Humpbak whale, Amari, was born 3 months ago in the warm waters off the coast of Mexico. He nursed milk from his mother for the past months, and now he is migrating north alongside his protective parents. They have come to the northern coasts of California to feed on sardines, anchovies, and ocean...

Tide pools & ocean water play Prepare a tide pool and ocean environment at you water station! This will work with a plastic bin on the ground, a water table, a kiddie pool, or even a small plastic bin on top of a table with a towel underneath. Tide pool Rocks of various sizes Tide pool animal figurines: crabs, sea stars, fish, etc. “Seaweed” noodles (instructions below) Arrange the rocks in the container, stacking some to make little places for animals to hide. Tuck a few animals in these...