Regional Nature Journal Field Trip @ Crissy Field, San Francisco

Let's nature journal together while sittin' on a dock on the Bay (or at least at the Bay!) We'll nature journal the beauties of bay, beach, birds, and more at Crissy Field. (San Francisco)

Co-Host Yvea Moore will share the natural and urban history of this special place, talk about the restoration and stewardship work happening in the Presidio, and guide us on a walking tour of the local area. (Yay for Yvea!)

* Free; Suggested $20 donation for the Wild Wonder Foundation

"With its breathtaking San Francisco Bay views, easy hiking, welcoming beaches and picnic areas, and wild open spaces, Crissy Field is a recreational paradise that has long been discovered by locals. The site has a rich history – first as a home for the Native Ohlone, then as an Army airfield, and later as busy industrial area for the military."
~ https://www.presidio.gov/places/crissy-field

Field trip hosts:

• Yvea Moore, Naturalist, Environmental Steward at the Presidio, facilitator of the online Pencil Miles & Chill sessions, nature journal mentor and culture-keeper.
• Kate Rutter, Regional Nature Journal Club Field Trip host

Weather note: If for any reason rain is forecast for the day of the field trip, grab an umbrella and come anyway. There are covered areas and we can journal the wet conditions!

Transit & Parking:
Public Transit is available:

• Presidio Go shuttle: https://www.presidio.gov/transportation/presidigo
• Muni 43 Masonic
• Muni 30 Stockton

Parking: There is a free parking lot nearby, but it can fill up during weekends. There are other lots within walking distance. Public transit and carpooling recommended.

How to find us:
Meet at the East Bluff picnic area, in front of the changing rooms.
(If you come a little late, look for people sketching. :)
Location Link: https://goo.gl/maps/K6jyhD1XX2HnVPRc9

Bring:

• Seasonally appropriate clothing / dress for variable (including HOT or COLD/breezy/foggy) weather.
• Sunscreen and hat.
• Waterbottle (water is available in the park.)
• Nature journaling supplies.
• NOTE: SF is experiencing high incidents of car break-ins, so don't keep anything in your car or trunk, especially no computer equipment, backpacks, or bags.
• Optional: Bring potluck treats to share for lunch, and bring your own bowl and spoon.
• You might want to bring a bag lunch or snacks that you can carry with you.
• A sense of curiosity, wonder, and humor.
• Anything else to make the day lovely for you: folding stool, magnifying loupe, umbrella, depending. ;)

Flow of the day:
We'll gather together for our opening circle at 10am, and begin with a short warm-up session. Then we'll learn from Yvea during a nature wander, and then spread out to nature journal...bay, marsh, beach, even people. We'll gather together at 12:30 for lunch, to share work, and to socialize. Then we'll head back out for more journaling! At the close (around 3:30) we'll do a final closing circle and send-off.

Good to know:

• Open to all ages and ability levels. No registration is necessary. $20 suggested donation.
• Accessibility: flat and accessible pathways; benches and seating.
• Bathrooms are available in the park.
• Bring friends and family!