Visit Claremont Canyon and take a look at the beautiful Western Bracken Ferns growing along the trails and climbing on the hillsides! Fire season is among us and we want you to be prepared. Here are some resources to help you protect your home in case of a wildfire. Our geology walk was a success! You can visit Andrew Alden’s website to learn more in case you missed the walk.
June Happenings 2025
A pair of colorful snakes were discovered underneath a pile of plant debris on last month's volunteer day in Garber Park. At our spring bird walk, around 30 species were identified by bird enthusiasts and birders. Send us an email to sign up for a future walk.
May Happenings 2025
Thanks to our volunteers for a great Earth Day and a month filled with restoration events! A shout out to the Berkeley Project, the Garber Park Stewards, and the Claremont Resort & Club. Visit the Claremont Canyon to see our native California Buckeyes in bloom and visit our website claremontcanyon.org for more volunteer events!
April Happenings 2025
March Happenings 2025
The release of Cal Fire’s 2025 wildfire risk maps this past week has created confusion rather than clarity. Here are a few steps we can take in the meantime. Our volunteers continue their work to decrease the density of invasive, hazardous plants to help lower ladder fuels in the park. Join one of our upcoming volunteer days in the Upper Canyon and in Garber Park.
September Happenings 2024
Butterflies spotted in the Canyon! Winning voter approval of Measure MM, the Wildfire Prevention Zone on November 5th is critical. Join the Garber Park Stewards as they celebrate Creek to Bay Day on September 21st. Volunteer in the Upper Canyon with your group of friends or company team. (Click to learn more)
August Happenings 2024
A juvenile hawk was spotted taking a bath! The Conservancy has moved into a new era. We recently celebrated a successful fundraising drive where we raised $40,000. Keep Oakland Wildfire Safe Committee has a goal to do everything possible to pass the Wildfire Prevention Zone ballot measure on November 5th. Learn more about how you can get involved and other volunteer opportunities in the Canyon.