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fromEast Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda
6 hours ago

From totally harsh to thriving marsh

The transformation of Pacheco Marsh from a scarred dumping ground into a pristine wetland represents a significant achievement in environmental restoration, showcasing the potential for nature to reclaim industrial sites.
Mission District
Pets
fromSFGATE
7 hours ago

8 birds of prey saved after being released in bizarre NorCal crime

A falconry center owner is urgently searching for 11 missing birds after a break-in.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
8 hours ago

Bay Area Transit Tuesday Mash Up: Caltrain to the Game, BART Wrap Test, and... - Streetsblog San Francisco

Caltrain and BART are enhancing transit experiences with themed trains and creative designs to attract fans and generate revenue.
#coyotes
fromPadailypost
3 hours ago
Boston

Aggressive coyotes roaming Redwood Shores neighborhood

Aggressive coyotes have been spotted in Redwood Shores, prompting police to alert residents.
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago
Pets

Why one coyote family will affect popular SF trails for six months

Coyotes in San Francisco are preparing to raise pups, leading to trail closures for dog walkers until October.
Boston
fromPadailypost
3 hours ago

Aggressive coyotes roaming Redwood Shores neighborhood

Aggressive coyotes have been spotted in Redwood Shores, prompting police to alert residents.
Pets
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Why one coyote family will affect popular SF trails for six months

Coyotes in San Francisco are preparing to raise pups, leading to trail closures for dog walkers until October.
Mindfulness
fromMindful
2 days ago

What Green Spaces Can Do For Your Body, Your Mind & Your Practice

Nature experiences significantly reduce stress hormones, providing real physiological benefits to urban dwellers.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 day ago

Best Places to Go Whale Watching in California

"The most successful wildlife trips follow animal patterns and seasonality," says Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist Josh Geller of Embark Beyond.
Travel
California
fromKqed
1 day ago

Bay Area Weather Turns the Corner With More Late Spring Rain | KQED

A storm is expected to increase Sierra Nevada snowpack, but drought concerns persist despite good reservoir conditions.
Fundraising
fromwww.7x7.com
1 day ago

13 Bay Area Clean Beauty Brands to Give Your Routine a Sustainability Makeover This Earth Day

95% of discarded beauty packaging ends up in landfills or oceans, with only 9% being recycled.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Pleasant Hill's New Night Market

Pleasant Hill Night Market opens May 2, 2025, featuring food, local vendors, live music, and activities, occurring on the first and third Fridays monthly.
#rattlesnakes
Miami food
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Learning to fly from the ground up: Owl sighting in Redondo Beach sparks public service announcement

Young owls in Redondo Beach face challenges learning to fly due to palm trees lacking branches, prompting police to educate residents on how to help.
#earth-day
Portland food
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Earth Day Fest: Animals, Demos & Food Trucks (East Bay)

Celebrate Earth Day on April 23 at Pleasant Hill City Hall with activities, demonstrations, and food trucks.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Earth Day Fest: Animals, Demos & Food Trucks (East Bay)

Celebrate Earth Day on April 23 at Pleasant Hill City Hall with activities, demonstrations, and food trucks.
Agriculture
fromKqed
4 days ago

Want to Save on Groceries? You Can Grow Your Own Garden | KQED

Growing your own food is healthier, fresher, and empowers individuals while saving money.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
5 days ago

Brooklyn middle schoolers plant the first pollinator garden in a Bay Ridge park

Middle school students in Bay Ridge created a pollinator garden to support local ecosystems and improve the environment.
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Mercury News
5 days ago

7 incredible Bay Area things to do this weekend, April 17-19

This weekend features concerts, a new series, and a light turkey meatball recipe, catering to diverse entertainment and culinary interests.
Mission District
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

Eyes on the Street: Alameda Improves Access to Cross-Alameda Trail - Streetsblog San Francisco

New ramps in Alameda will enhance access for cyclists and pedestrians between Jean Sweeney Open Space Park and the Wood Street neighborhood.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

Berkeley raises bar to landmark buildings, over objections from preservationists

Berkeley City Council increased petition signature requirements for landmark status, raising concerns about citizen participation and development delays.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
14 hours ago

Explore SF's Wastewater Cleaning Process: Free Tours (May-Oct)

Free tours of the Southeast Wastewater Treatment Plant are available from May to October.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

This 31-mile Road Passes Some of the Tallest Trees in the World-and It's Called the 'Finest Forest Drive in the World'

Driving the Avenue of the Giants is a unique and beautiful experience. As it winds through Humboldt-Redwoods State Park, you will encounter many spectacular groves of redwoods and hiking trail options.
Travel
California
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

San Mateo County officials live it up this weekend in Wine Country

San Mateo County taxpayers are funding city officials' attendance at a $1,196 conference focused on housing, AI, and transit tax.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

Around Berkeley: Earth Day celebrations, beehive tour, robot building for kids

Cyclists can participate in a community beehive ride tour on April 19, with stops at local gardens and a suggested donation.
from6abc Philadelphia
6 days ago

Mother bear and cubs take up residence under family's home in New Jersey

Veronica O'Brien-Lim explained that the bears were living under her home due to the previous owners digging a foundation under half of the addition. Initially adorable, the bears began causing problems by going through neighbors' trash and chewing on wires.
Pets
Fundraising
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

Fans can now submit name ideas for Jackie and Shadow's 2 new eaglets in Big Bear

Big Bear's eaglet naming contest is open until April 26, allowing fans to submit names for the new eaglets hatched by Jackie and Shadow.
#healthy-parks
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Oceano Dunes off-roading area temporarily closed to protect shorebirds

Off-roading and camping at Oceano Dunes are suspended to protect threatened snowy plovers after a federal ruling requiring a permit for incidental harm.
#san-francisco
fromFuncheap
4 days ago
San Francisco

SF City Guides Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (50+ Free Walking Tours)

San Francisco City Guides offers free walking tours daily, with a variety of themes and times available for public participation.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago
San Francisco

Hazardous empty San Francisco tree wells finally filled in after years of complaints

Public Works has repaired the dangerous sidewalk on Davis Street, providing a smooth and safe path for pedestrians.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

SF City Guides Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (50+ Free Walking Tours)

San Francisco City Guides offers free walking tours daily, with a special event over Memorial Day Weekend 2026.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

SF City Guides Memorial Day Weekend 2026 (50+ Free Walking Tours)

San Francisco City Guides offers free walking tours daily, with a variety of themes and times available for public participation.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Hazardous empty San Francisco tree wells finally filled in after years of complaints

Public Works has repaired the dangerous sidewalk on Davis Street, providing a smooth and safe path for pedestrians.
California
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

California rattlesnake bites hiker amid 'massive increase' in run-ins

Rattlesnake encounters in California have increased this spring, leading to multiple bites and two fatalities, marking an unusual trend for the region.
Pets
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

San Jose animal shelter moves back to Parks Department - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Animal Care Center will move to Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services for better oversight and coordination starting August 1.
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

A guide to Oakland's historic homes

Spanish settlers moved to the East Bay starting in 1776 to take land that had been home to indigenous people for thousands of years, and made it into fiefdoms of various dons like the Peraltas.
East Bay (California)
#native-plants
East Bay food
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

This educator is turning Instagram into a classroom about Oakland's ecosystems

Saumitra Kelkar is dedicated to restoring native flora and educating others about local ecology in the Bay Area.
East Bay food
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

This educator is turning Instagram into a classroom about Oakland's ecosystems

Saumitra Kelkar is dedicated to restoring native flora and educating others about local ecology in the Bay Area.
#golden-gate-fields
East Bay real estate
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

East Bay Racetrack Golden Gate Fields Could Soon Be a New Public Waterfront Park | KQED

Golden Gate Fields may transform into a public park, linking over eight miles of East Bay shoreline.
East Bay real estate
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Environmental Group Secures Option to Buy Former East Bay Racetrack, Will Turn It Into Park

The former Golden Gate Fields horse racing track will be transformed into a public park by the Trust for Public Land for $175 million.
East Bay real estate
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

East Bay Racetrack Golden Gate Fields Could Soon Be a New Public Waterfront Park | KQED

Golden Gate Fields may transform into a public park, linking over eight miles of East Bay shoreline.
East Bay real estate
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Environmental Group Secures Option to Buy Former East Bay Racetrack, Will Turn It Into Park

The former Golden Gate Fields horse racing track will be transformed into a public park by the Trust for Public Land for $175 million.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Native American remains discovered on UC Berkeley campus

Native American remains were found at UC Berkeley during construction, with authorities confirming they are not linked to a crime.
#oakland
fromKqed
6 days ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland Passes Controversial Policy Easing Restrictions on Encampment Sweeps | KQED

East Bay (California)
fromKqed
6 days ago

Oakland Passes Controversial Policy Easing Restrictions on Encampment Sweeps | KQED

Oakland City Council enacted a new encampment policy allowing immediate removal of tents and towing of RVs occupied by unhoused residents.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

L.A.'s history-making wolf lands in Eastern Sierra. Miles pile up as she seeks forever home

A wolf has entered Inyo County, marking the first sighting in over 100 years, following its journey from Los Angeles County.
San Francisco
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

Despite Protections, The California Condor Struggles | KQED

Condors, once reduced to a mere 23 individuals, have seen their population rise to over 600 due to extensive conservation efforts. However, they are not thriving as expected.
Agriculture
fromwww.7x7.com
1 month ago

Frolic through spring wildflowers on these five Bay Area hikes.

Get up early to drive into the hills and park in the main lot, which opens 30 minutes before sunrise. This will leave you with enough time to make your way to the peak through the wildflower-scattered trails and watch the sunrise over the Bay.
Travel
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

EarthFest Weekend at SF Zoo

San Francisco Zoo & Gardens will host EarthFest Weekend on April 18-19, featuring live entertainment, activities, and conservation-focused organizations.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Tribal members to help shape Bay Area open space as historic Juristac lands are reclaimed by deal

The Amah Mutsun tribe successfully reclaimed Juristac, a sacred ancestral landscape near Gilroy, California, after community opposition halted mining plans and the Peninsula Open Space Trust purchased over 6,000 acres.
San Francisco
fromwww.7x7.com
2 weeks ago

Hike, Climb, Slide + Admire the View on San Francisco's Most Iconic Hills

Mount Sutro and Telegraph Hill offer unique hiking experiences and historical significance in San Francisco.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

California's National Parks Defied a Trend in 2025

For 2025, there was good news and bad news: overall, these areas were visited 323 million times over the course of the year. That's the good news; the bad news is that this figure was down ever so slightly - specifically, 2.7% - from a record-setting 2024.
Travel
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Accessible walks bring the joys of birding to people with mobility and other limitations

It's an opportunity for people to get out and see birds without pressure, no matter how long it takes or how many birds we see, said OBara, a retired nurse who has been leading the accessible outings for three years. She said disabled people often cannot keep up on traditional outings, especially when competitive birders are focused on checking off a list of the greatest possible number of species.
Skiing
#healthy-parks-healthy-people
Science
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Video: Mount Diablo Has One of the Most Expansive Views In the West, and More Fun Facts About the Bay Area

San Francisco Bay is a drowned river valley (ria) formed by post-glacial sea rise, with features like Treasure Island and Mount Diablo's extensive viewshed.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

For This Bay Area Island City, Water Is Coming From All Sides | KQED

Alameda is developing an adaptation plan to address sea-level rise by 2028, incorporating various solutions including nature-based strategies.
Environment
fromwww.7x7.com
2 months ago

Local Hiking Expert Ann Marie Brown's 7 Favorite Under-the-Radar Trails in the SF Bay Area

Bay Area offers diverse, mostly protected landscapes and numerous well-mapped hikes with mile-by-mile notes, scenic vistas, and nearby eateries.
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

Waiting for Spring in the Bay Area

Times are hard, but don't believe the rumors about the death of the Bay Area art scene. Yes, art institutions and galleries are closing. Yes, the techies have taken over, outpricing artists and polluting culture with their AI inventions. But there's an inherent spirit of rebellion to the region that won't be quashed so easily, and an inspired community that fights for it every day.
Arts
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Family Nature Adventures: Insects

An interactive workshop and guided nature walk explore the vital roles of native insects and pollinators in ecosystems and flower reproduction.
Photography
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Eye on the Hills: Photographer's work on Oakland-area wildlife lift spirits

Jim Roach shares wildlife photography on Nextdoor, uplifting neighbors and receiving rapid community support after a robbery while gaining widespread recognition.
#trail-restoration
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Trail & Habitat Volunteer Work: Restoring Laguna Honda's Lost Trails | SF

SF Urban Riders is restoring historic multi-use trails at Laguna Honda Hospital, creating a community destination and connecting San Francisco's trail system.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Trail & Habitat Volunteer Work: Restoring Laguna Honda's Lost Trails | SF

SF Urban Riders is restoring historic multi-use trails at Laguna Honda Hospital, creating a community destination and connecting San Francisco's trail system.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Trail & Habitat Volunteer Work: Restoring Laguna Honda's Lost Trails | SF

SF Urban Riders is restoring historic multi-use trails at Laguna Honda Hospital, creating a community destination and connecting San Francisco's trail system.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Trail & Habitat Volunteer Work: Restoring Laguna Honda's Lost Trails | SF

SF Urban Riders is restoring historic multi-use trails at Laguna Honda Hospital, creating a community destination and connecting San Francisco's trail system.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

7 Best State Parks in California-From a 'Mini Yosemite' to an Ancient Redwood Forest

California's state parks offer diverse landscapes and experiences rivaling national parks, from desert badlands to pristine coastal beaches.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Contra Costa's ecosystem being restored, one indigenous plant at a time

Waterways across Contra Costa County are increasingly threatened by invasive plant species that engulf canals and drains, decreasing biodiversity and reducing safe habitats for wildlife. In an effort to address and restore the environment, the Contra Costa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District is working to reverse that trend. The district hosted its recent 12th annual Giving Natives a Chance event at the Clayton Valley Drain near Concord's Hillcrest Community Park, inviting volunteers from across the county to plant native species around waterways and drains.
Environment
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Mountain View wants to add more parks - but it won't be cheap - San Jose Spotlight

City staff estimate it would cost approximately $1.2 billion to meet its goal of adding 87 more acres of parkland. That figure is based on Mountain View's current population, and does not account for future growth. "Significant funding would be needed to develop new parks or to update our parks," Assistant Community Services Director Kristine Crosby said at the Jan. 27 council meeting.
Environment
#mountain-lion
fromFortune
2 months ago
San Francisco

Mountain lion saunters through San Francisco's posh Pacific Heights neighborhood before capture | Fortune

fromFortune
2 months ago
San Francisco

Mountain lion saunters through San Francisco's posh Pacific Heights neighborhood before capture | Fortune

Environment
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

An endangered seabird gets help from the East Bay Parks - and a small army of volunteers

Volunteer restoration using sparse ground cover and crushed oyster shells supports recovery of the endangered California least tern by improving nesting conditions and predator visibility.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Wildcat Canyon bicycle flow trail: How to tell EBRPD what you think

The Wildcat Canyon Flow Trail would be located in the western portion of the park, north of Wildcat Creek Trail on a hillside near the Mezue Road intersection. It would feature rollers, essentially speed bumps meant to slow bikes, jumps, berms and turnout areas to keep riders from skidding off. The proposed trail would be up to 4-feet-wide with an average grade of 5 to 7%.
Environment
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Calif. nonprofit opens coastal Bay Area preserve. Neighbors hate it.

It was off-limits to the public for a century until recently, when a nonprofit land trust called the Wildlands Conservancy liberated the coastline following 10 years of planning. Accessing the preserve is allowed after reaching the farthest end of Bodega Harbour, a scenic coastal community of 700 homes linked within an 18-hole golf course. But once word about the hike began to spread last month, locals began saying their neighborhood was upended overnight by hundreds of cars.
Environment
Environment
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Bay Area old growth redwood preserve set for expansion

Save the Redwoods League will buy 200 acres for $4 million, expanding the Harold Richardson Redwoods Reserve to nearly 1,000 acres.
Environment
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Santa Cruz mountain lions among population officially classified as threatened species

California listed mountain lion populations in Southern California and the Central Coast as threatened to protect isolated groups and mitigate habitat loss and related risks.
Environment
fromKqed
2 months ago

How Did the Newt Cross the Road? With Help From These Volunteers, Carefully | KQED

Volunteer counts document tens of thousands of newt roadkills on Alma Bridge Road; studies show nearly 40% seasonal mortality, risking local population extinction within decades.
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