Christine and I attended (virtually, of course) last week's annual Public Lands Alliance conference where we gathered with other park partners and their land management colleagues from across the country to think about how we can work together around issues of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, environmental sustainability, persevering through the pandemic, and the Great American Outdoors Act. Check out the trailer from our Park In Place webinars we shared with other participants at the conference. We are loving working with our NPS and other conservation partners to help us "Park In Place" during the pandemic and look forward to more collaboration as we move to what's next!

And while we are thrilled that so many are able to take advantage of getting to Point Reyes, we also are aware of the potential for the park to be “loved to death”! In 2020, we saw record visitation during the months of July, November and December. To help visitors have a safe visit and to better protect park resources, we produced a Recreate Responsibly video. It has been so popular we are in the process of doing a second one with updated tips. In addition, our newly released NPS park App will also help to get timely, up to date information to park visitors. It is available in the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store (‎National Park Service on the App Store (apple.com))! We have been actively encouraging folks to come early in the day and during weekdays to disperse park visitation.

Every February during Black History Month and throughout the year, the National Park Service and partners share stories, rich culture, and an invitation for all Americans to reflect on Black history in parks and communities across the country. More than 400 years of Black history and heritage - including achievements, contributions, and historical journeys - are remembered and commemorated in places preserved for current and future generations.

Point Reyes National Seashore Closures and Seasonal Updates:

Some areas, roads, trails and facilities in Point Reyes National Seashore continue to be closed due to the Woodward Fire, COVID-19, and road work. Visit the park's web site for the most current information.

You can also find a link to download a high-resolution PDF version of the park-wide closure map on our website here.

Drakes Beach Closure Alert - To protect the elephant seal pups from disturbance and to keep the public safe, Drakes Beach will be closed starting at the southern edge of the cove in front of the Kenneth C. Patrick Visitor Center and continuing southwest to the end of Drakes Beach. This closure is in effect from December 31 through March 31. Learn more about the elephant seals at Point Reyes here. (Note: dogs and drones are NOT permitted.)

Are You Ready to Switch to a Cleaner Ride?

Join West Marin Climate Action to learn more about EV purchasing, ownership and charging. The program will include welcome remarks by Supervisor Dennis Rodoni and presentations by our local partners:

This FREE virtual event will be held via Zoom. Register for this event HERE.

Join us for a new series as we (virtually) host five distinguished authors throughout 2021. Together with Richard Louv, January 26; Winona LaDuke (pictured), March 22; Dr. J. Drew Lanham, May 13; J.R. Harris, August 12; and Angelou Ezeilo, October 6, we’ll explore the crucial impact connecting with nature has on human kind. Embark on a journey of self discovery, hike in someone else’s shoes and explore the world from the comfort of a good book (or a few!).

Tickets: $10/person or $8.50/member For more information or to register click here.

Your monthly donations help sustain our conservation and environmental education programs, and allow us to bring more faces out to the Seashore. Donate this month and sign up to join our rising tide! Become a High Tide Monthly Supporter today. It is the easiest, and greenest way to show your love for the park!