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Enjoy a variety of outings and events offered by the Sierra Club's Loma Prieta Chapter.
### Sierra Club Mission Statement
To explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth;
To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources;
To educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.
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Special Walking Tour at Shoreline, followed by Potluck
casey forebay, terminal boulevard, Mountain View, CA, USWhy are they moving dirt at Shoreline Park and in the pond next to it?
If you’ve been to Shoreline Park recently, you’ve seen new dirt and fencing on the western side of the park. Have you wondered what’s going on? If so, this event is for you. Dave Halsing, Executive Project Manager of the South Bay Salt Pond Restoration Project (that gives you a hint, but there is more information here: www.southbayrestoration.org), will explain what you’re seeing and what the whole project entails, with time to answer your questions. Program will finish up about 12:30 pm.Since Dave's walking tour will start promptly at 11:00 am, plan to arrive at Palo Alto Baylands’ entrance at 10:45 am or at the Peninsula Conservation Center at 10:15 am.
Parking near the Palo Alto Baylands’ entrance to the park (along Terminal Blvd., at the end of San Antonio Rd.) is challenging on Sunday mornings. You’re welcome to try and may get lucky. Instead we recommend parking behind the Peninsula Conservation Center (3921 E. Bayshore Rd., Palo Alto) or in the adjacent lot. From there we’ll take the Adobe Creek Loop to walk to the park entrance – about 0.7 mi, 15-20 min.
Restrooms available at the trailhead.
Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and wear clothes suitable for the weather – it can be a little cooler and breezy near the bay.
The host of the Shoreline event – South Bay Salt Pond Restoration Project – has set up an RSVP process online. If you plan to join us, please go here and click ‘Add Me’.
First Sunday Sierra Pathfinder Potluck
Peninsula Conservation Center, Raptor Suite (first floor)
Bring potluck item (for 8-10 people) ready to serve with serving utensils. Unfortunately there are no facilities for heating or cooling foods. If you want to bring a dish in a crockpot or similar electric appliance, you’re welcome to plug it in to keep food warm.A to G Main Dish
H to O Salad or Snack
P to Z Drink or DessertBring your own plate, cup and utensils. Please take them home to wash.
Optional Event Fund Donation $5 - $10
No need to RSVP for the potluck – just show up with a smile and food.Directions to Palo Alto Baylands’ entrance: Take Hwy 101 to the San Antonio Rd. exit and head east/toward the bay. After 0.3 mi you’ll reach Terminal Blvd. Lots of parking spaces but may be full.
Directions to Peninsula Conservation Center: Take Hwy 101 to the San Antonio Rd. exit and head east/toward the bay. At the traffic light turn left onto E. Bayshore Rd. After 0.3 mi turn right onto Corporation Way, then left into the parking lot. Coming from the Baylands, turn right at the traffic light and continue as above.
1 attendee- $220.00
2025 Guardians of Nature Gala is October 10 in Palo Alto
3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303 , 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303, Palo alto, CA, USHi Outings folks! Show your love for local open space!
Join us for the 2025 Guardians of Nature Gala, hosted by your Loma Prieta Chapter. Date: Friday, October 10th 6 pm-9 pm
Event Address: Mitchell Park Community Center, 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto CAMany of the open spaces where we love to hike are protected and thriving today thanks to three decades of leadership by Garnetta Annable, a trailblazer in land conservation and founding member of the Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority. Meet Garnetta and celebrate her legacy with others like you who love local nature.
This is our annual fundraiser for our open spaces, which we love, and protect. This is a way for you to make a contribution to the important work of our Chapter. You cannot RSVP to Meetup; follow the links below to get a ticket and support the environmental work of our chapter.
Event Tickets: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000lPj0UIAS
Event webpage: https://www.sierraclub.org/loma-prieta/benefit?_gl=1%2A1xn16iu%2A_gcl_au%2AMTg3OTExNjA1Ny4xNzQ3ODg3ODQxLjYzMDUzNTcyNC4xNzUxMzY1NjgwLjE3NTEzNjU4NjU.Reserve tickets < https://www.sierraclub.org/loma-prieta/benefit?_gl=1%2A1xn16iu%2A_gcl_au%2AMTg3OTExNjA1Ny4xNzQ3ODg3ODQxLjYzMDUzNTcyNC4xNzUxMzY1NjgwLjE3NTEzNjU4NjU.
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A Journey to the Antarctic Oceans
West Valley Branch Library, 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San Jose, CA, USJoin us for the Guadalupe Regional Group Meeting, which is open to both the public and members. We will be featuring a slideshow of Lisa Barboza's January 2025 Journey to the Southern Oceans, where she explored the Serengeti of the southern Atlantic and encountered a fantastic variety of wildlife.
Over the course of twenty days, a small expedition ship carrying 110 passengers, 80 crew members, and 15 naturalists traveled through the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Elephant Island, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Lisa's experiences inspired her to share this journey with others.
We will also be providing snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Join us for an enjoyable evening!Optional event registration here.
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