Park Happenings for August
Heat Safety During Hot August Days. It seems like this year's hot weather will never let up! Now more than ever, it's important to be prepared for the heat when spending time outdoors. We encourage park visitors to have fun and be safe in the parks.
To be prepared so you can enjoy spending the hot August days in your Regional Parks, keep these heat safety tips in mind:
• Avoid going out in the hottest part of the day. If you do visit the parks, go in the morning or early evening when it is cooler.
• Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
• Don’t forget extra water for your pets!
• Wear sunscreen and lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Minimize consumption of things that can worsen the heat's effects on your body, such as alcohol and caffeine.
To beat the August heat, consider visiting Regional Parks with cool weather and shady trails, which offer an escape on hot summer days. For cooler options, visit our Shady Hikes and Cooler Parks webpage.
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Park District Hosting National Night Out Event at Lake Chabot on August 6. Bring family, friends, and neighbors for a fun, FREE night at the second annual National Night Out at Lake Chabot on Tuesday, August 6, from 4-7 p.m. Take this opportunity to meet the Park District's public safety officers, firefighters, lifeguards, and park rangers who are instrumental in keeping our community safe. Visit with Park District naturalists at the Mobile Visitor Center and learn about the nature exhibits on display. Stroll around Lake Chabot and enjoy the lake’s serene beauty. All are welcome! For more information, visit our National Night Out webpage.
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Crab Cove Fish Festival Highlights Park District's 90th Anniversary. Join us Saturday, August 31, from 10-4 for a day of fishy fun at the annual Fish Festival at Doug Siden Visitor Center at Crab Cove in Alameda. This year's event will include a special 90th anniversary presentation at 11 a.m. The family-friendly festival features fishing games, activities, face painting, fish prints, and fin-tastic crafts! More Fish Festival info.
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Free Weekend Butterfly Walks in the Regional Parks Botanic Garden. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of butterflies at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden at their free monthly butterfly walks. The docent-led walks, held on alternating weekends at 1:00 p.m. and 2:15 p.m., will run through October, and then from April to October yearly. Space is limited. Registration is required. More Weekend Butterfly Walks info.
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Grunion Search at Crab Cove in Alameda. Have you ever seen silver fish dancing on the sand in the middle of the night? Grunion have been seen here in the past–will they show up this year? This is a rare spawning sight not to be missed! Sunday, August 4, from midnight to 2 a.m. Reservations required, space is limited. More Grunion Search info.
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Twilight Hike at Tilden Regional Park in Berkeley. Take a twilight hike on the Seaview Trail! Venture out on the ridge of the hills on a summer evening, watching the sun dip below the horizon and perhaps watching the fog roll in. Wear layers and bring a flashlight. Drop-in program. Wednesday, August 7, from 7-8:30 p.m. More Tilden Twilight Hike info.
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Summertime Stargazing at Del Valle Regional Park in Livermore. Be dazzled by the night sky! See star clusters, nebulae, constellations, and more. Tri-Valley Stargazers will be there with telescopes. Bring flashlights and dress in layers. Cloudy skies cancel. Drop-in program. Saturday, August 10, from 8:30-10 a.m. More Del Valle Summertime Stargazing info.
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Ardenwood Historic Farm Movie Night in Fremont. Join us for a FREE showing of the hit movie Wish! Movie begins shortly after sunset. Arrive early to secure a good seat on the lawn. Bring a flashlight, warm clothes, and a blanket or chairs for sitting. No pets. Saturday, August 17, from 8:30-10:30 p.m. More Ardenwood Historic Farm Movie Night info.
