Be Mindful of Heat and Water Safety Precautions with Our Summer Safety Tips
The abundant and diverse assortment of birds, mammals, reptiles, and invertebrates that dwell in the regional parks is an integral part of the ecology of the San Francisco Bay Area and an aesthetic natural feature of the parks that visitors greatly enjoy.
Coyotes, bobcats, deer, elk, wild pigs, and mountain lions are occasionally spotted in the parks.
When planning your hike, consider your physical condition, the length of the trail and level of difficulty, and the predicted weather conditions. You can shorten or lengthen your planned route to meet your ability or to accommodate the weather.
These are the stories of some of the leading women in the history of botany in California.
Visionary women in the community making significant contributions to the Park District. These women have leveraged their positions of power and influence in the East Bay to advance Park District's Mission and Vision, Their successes include the addition of invaluable parklands, increased habitat protection, and improvements to expand public access. They have also inspired a new generation of youth to take pride in public service and to care for the earth.
The Park District’s Public Safety division comprises 3 departments – Police, Fire, and Lifeguard. They provide services in law enforcement, fire-fighting and suppression, water safety and education respectively.