The redwood legacy of Sam McDonald
onSam McDonald protected redwoods in San Mateo County.
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The latest on Mariposa Grove post-windstorm
onA windstorm in January 2021 felled 15 giant sequoia in the Mariposa Grove of Yosemite National Park.
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Fire at Big Basin Redwoods State Park derails nature museum project
onFire destroyed the Big Basin Redwoods State Park Nature Museum. Work on the project was well underway in the original building when the CZU August Lightning Complex Fire came through the headquarters on Aug. 18, destroying everything.
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My Favorite Redwood Grove: An Ancient North Coast Forest Where Time Stands Still
onMy favorite redwood grove is along Cathedral Trees Trail in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. It’s one of the most beautiful hikes that’s also very accessible.
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12 Ideas for Winter in the Redwoods
onEveryone should have a chance to experience the magic of snow-draped sequoia, and this year, conditions are perfect. There’s plenty of snow and plenty of ways to get out and enjoy it. So if you’re craving a day in the forest, here are some ideas for where to go and what to do when the snow falls.
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Save the Redwoods League Announces Special Birthday Edition of ‘Free Second Saturday’ in 100+ parks statewide: 100 Parks for 100 Years
onTo celebrate 100 years of saving California’s iconic redwood forests, Save the Redwoods League, California State Parks and 24 park agencies are offering free day-use admission to more than 100 redwood parks statewide on the second Saturday of October. This special edition of this popular program will take place on October 13 during celebration week.
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Student Perspectives: Hey YOU! Help Everyone Get Access to the REDWOODS!
onThe redwood parks are for everyone, no matter their race or ethnicity. But a lot of people do not get a chance to experience these beautiful and wonderful parks. Here is what you can do to help everyone get access to redwood parks today.
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Last-Minute Summer Camping Guide
onA group searching for a summer weekend campsite at the last minute is common, says Anderson. And scoring that weekend is far from impossible, with the right approach. Here’s how to squeeze in that spontaneous weekend trip to your favorite park.
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Experience the Redwoods from Afar in ‘Close Encounters’
onReading the perspective of someone who has never seen a redwood forest, I got to vicariously experience the redwoods for the first time again. I wanted to share “Close Encounters with Coastal Giants” with you, so that you can enjoy it, too.
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Super Bowl and Redwoods – What Could They Possibly Have in Common?
onNOTHING! Well, almost nothing… Really, the only thing they share in common is bringing people together outdoors. Although it’s a far cry from a park or beach, at the very least, the Super Bowl will be played outside among a … Continued
16 Amazing Redwood Escapes near San Francisco
onIf you’re like so many San Francisco Bay Area residents, nearby Muir Woods National Monument is your go-to place for a redwood-forest experience. But did you know about these 16 redwood parks within a one-hour drive of San Francisco?
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The Inspiring Response to Free Redwood Parks Day
onGroup after smiling group rolled into Samuel P. Taylor State Park on November 27 for the first Free Redwood Parks Day sponsored by Save the Redwoods League, all of them happy to be in the forest’s embrace instead of fighting mall crowds on Black Friday.
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Free Day-Use Admission to 49 State Parks on Friday
onSave the Redwoods League today announced Free Friday in the Redwoods — free admission to 49 participating California redwood state parks on Black Friday, November 27, 2015.
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Save the Redwoods League to Provide Free Day-Use Admission for Anyone Who Visits a Participating California Redwood State Park on the Day After Thanksgiving
onSave the Redwoods League today announced Free Friday in the Redwoods — free admission to 49 participating California redwood state parks on Black Friday, November 27, 2015.
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Peter Comanor: An Investment to Protect ‘A Beautiful Earth’
onFor botanist and plant ecologist Peter Comanor, the redwood forest is about receiving and giving. He first saw a redwood tree in an exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. It was, he recalled, an interesting and informative display, but it didn’t prepare him for his first visit to the redwood forest.
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Mia Monroe: League, Partner Introduce Wonder of Redwoods to Masses
onLong before Mia Monroe began working as a ranger at Muir Woods National Monument 30 years ago, her family tree intertwined with the Save the Redwoods League. In 1945, the League hosted an international group of delegates tasked with creating … Continued
Top 3 Bay Area Redwood Parks You’ve Never Heard Of
onIt’s almost summertime, which means it’s time to get outside and see the redwoods! One of the best things about living in the Bay Area is easy access to redwood forests. But Muir Woods and other renowned protected spaces are … Continued
Tell Congress You Support Conservation and Recreation
onAt a time when conservation work is increasingly complex and challenging, success typically means that hundreds of things had to go just right. But every now and again, all of those hundreds of little things that add up to successfully … Continued
Enjoying the Redwoods at Every Age
onThrough this blog I often write about my experiences with youths in the redwoods. I love seeing the expressions on kids’ faces when they see a banana slug, find a tiny redwood cone, or see a tall redwood tree for … Continued
Flora in the Forest: How to Remember Who’s Who Among the Redwoods
onIf you are an amateur naturalist like me, you take pleasure in being able to identify plants and animals as you hike through the forest. I’m still trying to learn the names of common redwood forest plants, and I always … Continued