The trees didn’t ask us to be quiet, the mountains didn’t tell us to stop running, and the dirt didn’t mind us being, well, dirty. I thought it would be nice to have one of my childhood friends share with you how these experiences shaped his connection to the outdoors. And who better than my oldest friend of all, Rashon Rogers?

Brandon Barragan

For Rashon Rogers, childhood friend of PRNSA’s Brandon Barragan, an initial connection to nature was exactly what he needed to discover his passion for being outdoors. Join Rashon in his reflection on how the exploration of local parks with his grandfather grew into a love of adventure and outdoor exploration!

The 2022 Black History Month theme is Health and Wellness. Spending time in nature has a wide range of benefits for physical and mental health. Point Reyes National Seashore is a special place that soothes and heals. However, the location of our park in particular can hinder accessibility and inclusion along these trails. Not only is Point Reyes difficult to reach without a car, a 2020 UC Berkeley study stated that Marin County contains six of the 10 most segregated towns in the Bay Area. These are stats that we cannot ignore, and which drive PRNSA to push the status quo of diversity at our park.

As we reflect on Black History Month this year, we invite you to listen, read, learn, and share stories we've compiled for you from within the National Park Service, our local library, and beyond.

When: February 12, 2022 10:00am-2:00pm

Where: Meet at 1 Bear Valley Road at Red Barn parking lot. We will then carpool as a group to the project site.

RSVP: Please contact Tara Blake at tara_blake@partner.nps.gov for more information and with any questions. Additional details will be provided via email to respondents.

Come help the National Park Service and the Watershed Stewards Program restore riparian habitat for salmon by planting native oak, willows, and more!

We will be working to revitalize ranch land where grazing has been removed in order to protect riparian habitat. Coho salmon, steelhead trout, and Chinook salmon are all residents of nearby Lagunitas Creek. By revegetating stream banks we will be controlling erosion and creating new habitat for these local fish populations.

Tools, gloves, and safety gear will be provided. Light refreshments will be available. This is a rain or shine event, so please dress accordingly.

Please bring a mask, a refillable water bottle, lunch, wear closed toed shoes and clothes appropriate for working outdoors (long pants, rain gear and/or sun protection). No experience is necessary to join in, volunteers of all ages are welcome!