April 17, 2025



Dear Point Reyes National Seashore ,        

We are well into the spring season here at the Seashore. Vast green landscapes are sprinkled with the vibrant colors of blooming wildflowers, and the wind carries the lilting tunes of migratory songbirds far and wide. NPS and PRNSA staff are making the most of the season through conservation work that protects and enhances the ecosystems which so many of us cherish, and education programs that welcome people from all communities to the park for inspiring experiences in nature. However, our staff can’t achieve our goals alone—we’re incredibly grateful for the amazing volunteers who help steward this Seashore!

From staffing our visitor centers that provide helpful information to park guests, to educating the public on the wonders of elephant seals, to even participating in hands-on habitat restoration work removing massive amounts of invasive plants across many ecosystems, volunteers help this park thrive in so many ways. With National Park Week and National Volunteer Week coinciding this year from April 19th to the 26th, we have many exciting opportunities to embrace park stewardship and learn about what makes Point Reyes so special.

A volunteer weeding sea rocket at Abbotts Lagoon.

As PRNSA's Volunteer Manager, I’m thankful to meet each and every volunteer and learn about the many reasons they lend their time and talents to Point Reyes. Beyond the direct positive impacts that their contributions make, being a park volunteer offers a chance to build meaningful relationships with each other, park staff, and visitors. Additionally, the knowledge and connection that volunteers develop with the land, flora, and fauna help nurture a sense of belonging with which we all can draw inspiration from to steward our collective public lands for generations, and volunteers, to come!

If you're already a Point Reyes volunteer, thank you! New volunteers, please join us in supporting our work...visit our website for more information on volunteering at the park. I hope to see you at one of our upcoming events!

In gratitude,

Cristobal Castaneda Salazar

Volunteer Manager

Cristobal weeding fennel at Giacomini Wetlands.

Volunteer at the Seashore!

This month, the Seashore is flourishing! We're celebrating five of Point Reyes' unique springtime splendors: skydiving salamanders, hidden babies, wild ginger flowers, woodrat castles, and osprey pairs.

Explore some of Point Reyes’ April wonders in the latest Monthly Marvels issue…and then go out to experience the delights for yourself!

Classes & Events

Discovering the

Joys of Birding

Sat., April 19, 9am-3:30pm

Spring is a great time for many birds at Point Reyes. This class will cover the basics of field identification in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

Wildflowers & Elephant Seals

Sat., April 19, 9am-1pm

Treat your senses with a day exploring and learning about the blooms along the bluffs of Point Reyes. On the way, stop at Elephant Seal Overlook.

Spring Wildflowers & Butterflies (Members)

Sat., Apr. 26, 10:30am-1:30pm

Join naturalist Wendy Dreskin for a four-mile hike from Muddy Hollow to Limantour Beach, learning about wildflowers and butterflies of the area.

Spring Migration

at Point Reyes

Fri., May 2, 8:30am-3:30pm

This class will explore Bear Valley, the Giacomini Wetlands, and coastal habitats to observe raptors, flycatchers, shorebirds, and more.

iPhone Photo Organization & Editing

Sat., May 10, 10am-4pm

Find peace of mind in Point Reyes as you bring peace to your image library! Learn how to efficiently edit and organize your iPhone photos.

May Full Moon Member Hike

Sat., May 10, 6pm-9pm

Join us for an evening stroll at Chimney Rock. We'll learn about the moon's phases and explore the sights, sounds, and scents of late springtime.

Youth Conservation Corps

A YCC cohort. NPS / A. Kopshever

Applications are open for the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) Program at Point Reyes! Over eight weeks, participants will learn technical and core skills such as tree removal and maintaining trails and trail structures, engage in a variety of on-the-job trainings and classes, build relationships with peers and park service staff, and more.

This paid program is open to teens age 15 to 18. Apply by May 1. Learn more.

Become a Member this Spring!

Last weekend's Full Moon Member Hike at Abbotts Lagoon.

Last year, PRNSA was able to fund 25 conservation projects at the Seashore, and we contributed 15,000 hours of staff time dedicated to conservation work. By becoming a member today, you’re directly supporting the projects that maintain the Seashore’s unique natural and cultural resources, and open spaces that belong to us all.

Members receive discounts on our Field Institute classes and purchases at our park stores, as well as invitations to special members-only events, including our monthly Full Moon Hikes and our upcoming Spring Wildflowers & Butterflies Member Walk!

April and May are our membership months! Anyone who becomes a member or renews their membership will receive a gift membership for a friend. Just let us know in the comments section on your sign-up form who you'd like to gift a membership to.