Headlands Institute

Coastal Camp Sets Sail!

“I’m so excited!” exclaimed NatureBridge’s Coastal Camp counselor Serena, as she stood on the dock in Sausalito, CA, staring at the 82-foot schooner we were about to board. “I can’t wait to sail. I can’t wait for the campers to arrive. I can’t wait to teach what I’ve learned. This summer is going to be awesome.”

What Happens when the Students Go Home? My post-trip visit to St. Clement School

Today I had the chance to make a post-trip visit to St. Clement School of Hayward, who visited the Headlands Institute this past March 2010.  When I arrived at the school I was greeted like I was a rock star...

 

Sandra Day O’Connor to NatureBridge students: Will you help make a difference?

I never cease to be amazed by the connections that come about when people all across America work together to connect youth to the natural world and to conserve and protect our national parks.

Retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor is one such person. O’Connor served on the National Parks Second Century Commission with NatureBridge Board Chairman Stephen Lockhart. This connection led her to visit NatureBridge and see our programs in action.

Celebrating our schools: spotlight on Garden Gate

 We're proud of the long-standing relationships we're able to cultivate with the schools that come to Headlands Institute year after year. Here we highlight Garden Gate School of Cupertino.

KQED Forum with Michael Krasny | From The Exploratorium: Environmental Science

Amoreena Treff, field science educator at the Headlands Institute was a guest on KQED Radio's Forum with Michael Krasny on April 22, 2010.  The show focused on  the ecological challenges ahead and how California schools and other state programs are bringing students outside to inspire them to learn about nature and science.

 

Outside Magazine Names NatureBridge As One Of America’s Best Places To Work In 2010

Thirty-nine year old San Francisco-based environmental education nonprofit wins a  spot in the top 20.

San Francisco, April 6, 2010 – NatureBridge today was named to Outside magazine’s (www.outsideonline.com) third annual “Best Places to Work” list. NatureBridge was ranked No. 20 out of 50 selected companies. The full list and related story will be published in the May issue of Outsidemagazine, available on newsstands April 20, 2010. 

Marine Lab Creature of the Month - Anemones!

 Each month as the Headlands Institute lab steward, I will be highlighting a different "Creature of the Month".  Please join me in celebrating Anemone March!

TEAM student addresses NatureBridge supporters

 T.E.A.M. intern Jason Wu shares his experience as part of the Teen Environmental Action Mentorship at Headlands Institute. 

Headlands Institute Earth Day Celebration

Date: 
Sun, 2010/04/18 - 11:00am - 4:00pm

Bring your family and celebrate Earth Day in the Headlands!  Join us for naturalist led hikes, Earth Day inspired arts and crafts, fun stewardship activities, and more.  Snacks will be provided by Clif Bar.  Drop in any time between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00p.m.  Learn more...

A Zen Experience in The Marine Lab

Everyday Zen celebrate's its 100th retreat at Headlands Institute with a visit to the Marine Lab!

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