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  1. 7 hours ago

    💡 Volunteer Spotlight 💡 Fred built and restored many of the things you will see on an in-person or virtual Battery Townsley tour. When asked why he volunteers, Fred said, “How can you not enjoy volunteering at places such as this, that preserve our heritage and history?”

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  2. Jul 16

    This month marks the 102nd Anniversary of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act! 🦅 Check out our Facebook post to catch a glimpse into how volunteers and staff at the care for, monitor, & report on these magnificent birds:

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  3. Jul 12

    Activists in the 1970s ensured we can all enjoy sunsets from the . Grassroots efforts led to this site's preservation. Never forget that your voice can spur momentous change. What causes do you care about? 📷 Kirke Wrench NPS

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  4. Jul 11

    July 29th is the 50th Anniversary of the Volunteers-In-Parks Act! 🥳 🎉 All month we’ll be sharing stories from ’s many volunteers, interns, & partners—starting with Tonantzin Alcantar. Read about her experience here: 📷 Paul Meyers GGNPC

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  5. Jul 10

    💡 Volunteer Spotlight 💡 Meet Jane Haley: volunteer since 1985. Jane's favorite volunteering moments have been “to watch the Queen Mary sail under the Golden Gate. To clean the lens of the Point Bonita lighthouse. Even digging post holes. Volunteering is an amazing adventure.”

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  6. Jul 8

    Have you ever been mesmerized by pelicans gliding just above water? Flying close to the water's surface, pelicans take advantage of reduced drag & increased lift from the "ground effect"⁠— a concept of physics. Masters efficiency & flight, they also soar at great heights!

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    Jul 4

    This fourth of July, we want to take a moment to thank the original patriots: the Indigenous people who were careful stewards of this land for thousands of years. Muir Woods is the ancestral home of the Huimen Coast Miwok people. Thank you to all who celebrate this beautiful land

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  8. Jul 3

    👀View from 25th Ave. Gate. What do you do to keep your parks clean? As areas of the park are opening up, just a reminder, that this is your National Park too. If you see a trash can is already full, please take your trash with you and dispose of it at home.

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  9. Jul 1

    The 1st recorded peregrine falcon nest on Alcatraz! 3 months after spotting peregrines mating on the Water Tower, biologists found 2 fledglings testing their wings with their parents nearby. Adult peregrines, among the world's fastest birds, power-dive up to 200 miles per hour!

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  10. Jun 30

    I spy with my little eye… how many snowy plovers resting nearby?🔎 As plover season kicks off in July, please remember to play "I Spy" on the beach and watch out for San Francisco’s most adorable residents. They are easily disturbed by people and dogs. 📷 Katie Smith NPS

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  11. Jun 29

    1000s of + government employees lost their jobs & many lives were damaged. When we “other” a group of people, we lose sight of their humanity, leading to systemic injustice. Fear continues to shape our lives today. How do you challenge fear? 3/3 📸 B. Cruz NPS

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  12. Jun 29

    There was another group persecuted at that time in what is called the Lavender Scare.  + individuals were seen as threats to national security. It was believed that the fear of being outed made them susceptible to blackmail by communist sympathizers. 2/3 📸: NPS

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  13. Jun 29

    can lead to innovation like the Nike radar system here, but sometimes fear can do more harm than good. During the in the 1940s and 50s, government officials were questioned in hopes of weeding out communists. Many were unjustly blacklisted. 1/3 📹 C. Vargas NPS

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  14. Jun 25

    It's , an empowering week celebrating Black hikers & the Black organizations supporting and working to make the outdoors safe & equitable. Today's focus is . Access to nature is access to health. To participate & share, follow the daily themes!

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    Jun 15

    See 20 Ideas to !

    Vintage looking image showing mountains, trees, and elk.
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  16. Jun 24

    Feliz ¿Cuáles son tus polinizadores favoritos? Los polinizadores ayudan a polinizar 75% de cultivos y plantas. Para apoyarlos, podemos restaurar hábitats para alentar biodiversidad, proveer sitios de anidación y evitar pesticidas. 📷 Aurora Perez NPS

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  17. Jun 24

    Happy 🦋Pollinators pollinate ~75% of plants and crops. Habitat loss has led to decline in their population. To help, we can restore habitats & biodiversity, provide nesting sites, and avoid pesticides! What are your fav. pollinators? 📷Aurora Perez NPS

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    Jun 20

    Let's celebrate Pride Month! Banana slugs are both male and female at the same time. They're one of many animals in nature that don't fit neatly into any categories people have made. Thank you banana slugs, for reminding us that life is rarely black and white.

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  19. Jun 21

    Happy This Father's Day we are celebrating past, present, and future fathers. Many fathers are buried here serving their country, protecting freedom for their children. What is something that you would protect for your loved ones? 📷NPS Gallery

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  20. Jun 20

    has been significant to many cultures for 1000s of years. Ohlone communities tracked the sun's position and believed people and the sun had similar natures. The traditions and stewardship of Ohlone people is integral to , both historically and today.

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