Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District is proud to have met the criteria for continued participation in the Marin Green Business Program. The certificate was awarded on the 9th day of July 2018 for outstanding efforts to reduce pollution and solid waste while conserving water, energy and other natural resources.
MARIN COUNTY PARK NATURE WALKS AT LAS GALLINAS RECLAMATION PONDS
Thursday, November 15 10am to 11:30am
Senior Stroll at Las Gallinas
Meet at the Las Gallinas Sanitary District water treatment ponds in San Rafael (310 Smith Ranch Road).The ponds at the Las Gallinas water treatment facility are a fabulous place to get close looks at a variety of waterfowl, plus there are usually plenty of hawks hunting for rodents and other prey in the surrounding fields. This is a level, well-maintained, gravel road, and is wheelchair accessible. Remember to bring binoculars, if you have them. This walk is for ages 18 and up. We request no pets (except service animals) attend. Rain may cancel. If questionable weather, call (415) 893-9527 after 8am on the morning of the event to hear a recorded message if cancelled.No registration is required.Questions: Contact Shannon Burke at SBurke@marincounty.org or (415) 893-9520.
Sunday, November 18 10am to 1pm
Nature for Kids: Birds at Las Gallinas
Meet at the Las Gallinas Sanitary District water treatment ponds in San Rafael (310 Smith Ranch Road).Join Shannon Burke, Interpretive Naturalist with Marin County Parks, and WildCare’s bilingual Naturalist, Marco Berger, for a stroll around Las Gallinas Ponds to observe the waterfowl that inhabit the area. This hike isn’t just for the birds; We’ll also look for signs of river otters who are often seen swimming in the ponds. Remember to bring lunch. We request no pets (except service animals) attend.RSVP required; space is limited. Questions or to RSVP: Contact Marco Berger at marcoberger@discoverwildcare.org or (415) 453-1000 x17. Rain may cancel. If questionable weather, call (415) 893-9527 after 8am on the morning of the event to hear a recorded message if cancelled.Questions: Contact Shannon Burke at SBurke@marincounty.org or (415) 893-9520.
Please see the informative presentation that was presented to the Board of Directors at the May 10th Board meeting from MARIN SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP on Microbeads!
