Your next walk could help scientists around the world.🌿📸 The City Nature Challenge—led by the @California Academy of Sciences and the @Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County—is a global effort to document the plants and animals all around us. 🌎 Join April 25–28 #CityNatureChallenge

Not all species deserve to survive. Some belong in the history books. ♻️ See trash most often found on California’s coast, why it matters, and how you can help keep the coast clean. Inspired by the @thecacoast.bsky.social Learn more: coastal.ca.gov/publiced/ccd/extinct.html

Earth Day reminds us this planet matters 🌍 Every outdoor trip leaves an impact. Small litter adds up, harming ecosystems and wildlife. Follow Leave No Trace to protect our coasts. 🌿 Healthier ecosystems 🦅 Thriving wildlife 🏖️ Spaces for generations #EarthDay #LeaveNoTrace #CaliforniaCoast

Keeping the Mendocino Coast clean takes community. MendoParks leads the Adopt-A-Beach Program in Mendocino County, organizing cleanups at Van Damme, Big River, Jug Handle, and Hare Creek. Join a cleanup, become a beach manager, or partner your school or business. Learn more: mendoparks.org

You hike it. You paddle it. You picnic on it. Now let's learn how to protect it. Free. Online. tinyurl.com/y9z2m937 ¡Caminas por ella. Remas en ella. Haces picnic en ella. Ahora aprendamos cómo protegerla. Gratis. En línea. tinyurl.com/y9z2m937 #CoastalStewardship #ZeroWasteMarin

🌼 Celebrating the women protecting California's coast this Women's History Month. 🌊 Tribal knowledge holders and land stewards — women are at the heart of coastal stewardship. Practice Leave No Trace for a cleaner coast. 💙 Tag a woman who inspires you. ⬇️ #WomensHistoryMonth #California #LeaveNoTrace

🍀 Keep it Green this St. Patrick’s Day. Whether you're gathering at the beach, park, or trail, small choices help protect California’s coast and the communities that care for it. #CleanerCaliforniaCoast #LeaveNoTrace #ProtectOurCoast #CaliforniaCoast

Dockwalkers are a community force that educate boaters across California on clean boating practices. From the marinas to marine supply stores to boat shows, Dockwalkers are champions of boating safety and cleanliness. Join ~ sign up for a training! #Dockwalker #CleanBoating #ProtectOurWaters

The Protect Our Coast & Oceans Fund supports coastal access, beach cleanups, pollution prevention, habitat restoration, & field trips. You can add $1 or more on your California tax form and make a big difference. Learn all about it at checkthecoast.org. Thank you for caring for the #CaliforniaCoast!

Let’s make trash extinct — one piece at a time. 🌊 See trash most often found on California’s coast, why it matters, and how you can help keep the coast clean. Inspired by the @thecacoast.bsky.social “Let’s Make Trash Extinct” campaign. Learn more: coastal.ca.gov/publiced/ccd/extinct.html

#Microplastics are everywhere—floating in our oceans, buried in the sand, and making their way into our food. These tiny plastic bits come from our waste, but we can help by reducing plastic use! If you want to join an in-person event like this one, check out cleanercoast.org! #CaliforniaCoast

It’s whale watching season! 🐳 This is the perfect time to spot migrating gray whales along the California coast. Check out our favorite spots! Remember to bring food, water, and a way to dispose of your trash. Plan ahead, dress warmly, and Leave No Trace! @lnt.org #whalewatching #californiacoast

This Valentine’s Day, share your love of the coast with someone special by spreading awareness on how to keep our coasts clean! Real love means leaving no trace! @lnt.org

Our Point Reyes kiosk was featured in the Point Reyes Light's 50-year photo project documenting the town.We reopened it in May 2025—a hub for visitor info, free wifi, water, cleanups, and Leave No Trace education.Open Thurs–Mon, 11AM–2PM📸 Art Rogers 2026 cleanercoast.org#WestMarin #LeaveNoTrace

In 2026, we’re choosing responsibility, reverence, and care for the Earth. If you love the coast, protect it. Leave No Trace — and when you can, leave it better!🌱 @lnt.org #CleanerCaliforniaCoast #LeaveNoTrace #ProtectOurCoast #RecreateResponsibly #CoastalCare #NatureStewardship #2026Intentions

Thanks to the Coastal Act, sensitive ecosystems and natural resources are protected, public access is ensured, and coastal dependent activities can thrive. See the text of the Coastal Act here: www.coastal.ca.gov/coastact.pdf #thankyoucoastalact

When stress feels heavy, step outside, even in winter. Dress for safety, and treat our outdoor spaces with care so they remain healing for everyone. 📍Ancestral land of the Ochéthi Sakówin and Wahpekute #EnjoyYourWorld #LeaveNoTrace #winter

Acknowledging our presence on unceded lands is a hand of respect for the wisdom and knowledge of those who came long before us. The future of our coastal shores and its amazing wildlife need those voices now more than ever. #indigenous #nativecalifornia #marineconservation #wildlifeconservation

Durable surfaces are resilient and resistant, which is why they matter. Staying on designated trails keeps our impact where the land can handle it and protects the surrounding habitat. #EnjoyYourWorld #LeaveNoTrace #outdooreducation

This Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Month, we’re reflecting on gratitude, reciprocity, and responsibility — to each other, to the coast, and to the Indigenous peoples who have stewarded our lands for generations. Learn whose land you’re on: native-land.ca #ZeroWasteThanksgiving

Through the end of December, come to the Bear Valley Visitor Center at Point Reyes National Seashore for the final exhibit of our 2025 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest winners. And oh yeah, I guess you should check out the seashore while you’re there too.

Another successful mission at the Golden Gate to pull acoustic samples, conduct wildlife surveys and visual observations. Thanks to our friends at the @sfestuaryinstitute.bsky.social for offering an EXO2 sensor to test the waters for salinity, temperature and dissolved oxygen. bit.ly/4ixBr9O

Natural objects of beauty or interest, such as antlers, petrified wood, or colored rocks, enhance the experience of an outdoor area and should be left for others to enjoy a sense of discovery. Admire it. Appreciate it. Then leave it be. #EnjoyYourWorld #LeaveNoTrace #protectpubliclands

👻 Celebrate the Spooky Season Sustainably. Make simple swaps that help keep our coastlines clean. Celebra la Temporada Espantosa de Manera Sostenible. Este Halloween, haz pequeños cambios para mantener limpias nuestras costas. 🌊 #EcoFriendlyHalloween #SustainableHalloween #HalloweenSostenible

Let’s recap California Coastal Cleanup Day 2025! Great job to everyone who volunteered and continues to care for our coast and waterways. Thank you for your stewardship and protecting our coast and ocean. (🧵) #coastalcleanupday

Marine protected areas (MPAs) are like underwater nature preserves, where ocean life gets a fighting chance to recover. MPAs are central to the 30×30 conservation goal. Why are they so effective, and what do they actually look like? Read more: sonomalandtrust.org/enews/october-2025 NRDC

🌧️ Rain causes stormwater runoff to carry litter, oil, and chemicals into rivers and oceans. To reduce pollution, practice Leave No Trace: 💙 Dispose of waste properly 💙 Use natural or no pesticides and fertilizers 💙 Pick up after pets 💙 Secure outdoor items cleancalifornia.dot.ca.gov

During the government shutdown, many public spaces remain open, but they need us more than ever. With limited staff, every small action matters. Durante el cierre del gobierno, muchos espacios públicos permanecen abiertos, pero ahora nos necesitan más que nunca. lnt.org/surviving-the-shutdown-2025

As the seasons shift, wildlife is on the move—migrating, nesting, and preparing for winter. Small disturbances can change wildlife behavior for years. Use the "thumb rule" and give animals space. Learn more in our free Leave No Trace 101 Course → zurl.co/tYtHL

Governor @gavinnewsom.bsky.social has signed AB 1056, a bill introduced by Assemblymember Steve Bennett and co-sponsored by RRI and @oceana.bsky.social. This victory protects hundreds of marine species while supporting a fair transition for fishermen. rri.org/newsroom/ab-1056-signed

Our @lnt.org values come from indigenous caretakers who have long protected these lands and now lead stewardship. We’re grateful to learn from and work alongside local tribal partners in building a future rooted in respect, reciprocity, and reverence.

Hi King Tides Community! We need your help to photograph the upcoming King Tides. Your photos help us understand what's vulnerable to flooding today, plan for future sea level rise, and get us all talking and thinking about the impacts of the climate crisis. What can we do to make a difference? (🧵)

The dedicated professionals across all our public land agencies are truly the heart and soul of these incredible places. They do so much more than just keep the parks running. They are our educators, teaching visitors about the natural world and why it matters. #protectpubliclands #leavenotrace

When Congress fails to fund the federal government, agencies like NOAA & Fish & Wildlife can’t protect our oceans or communities. A shutdown stalls research, rescue and restoration... leaving wildlife & families at risk. Read more about what a shutdown means for our environment in the blog below.

🪸 Kelp forests are in decline — but Mendocino Coast celebrates their resilience this weekend at KelpFest! with parades, tidepooling, and traditional foods. mendovoice.com/2025/10/kelp... #mendocino #mendocinocounty #fortbraggca #california

Plastic Free July may be over, but reducing our plastic use is a year-round commitment. 🌊 Test your knowledge—take the "Bin There, Done That" quiz created by @seagrant_noaa through the link in our bio. Small, mindful choices add up to big impacts for the coastlines we love. 💙

✨Las comunidades latinas a lo largo de la costa de California representan una porción significativa de la población y tienen un profundo legado de respeto y conexión con la naturaleza, pero enfrenta algunas de las mayores injusticias ambientales🌿

Waste Wise West Marin kicks off on Sat, Aug 30, from 11 - 2 at the Information Hub in Point Reyes Station. Waste Wise West Marin comienza el sábado 30 de agosto, de 11 - 2, en el Centro de Información de Point Reyes Station. bit.ly/waste-wise.

Happy 4th! As we enjoy our coastlines, let’s protect what makes them special! Pack out your trash, bring reusable items, pick up pet waste, use the restrooms, and respect local communities. Join a beach cleanup with @surfrider.org.

Dive into Marin County's Marine Protected Areas with Marin MPA Watch! By volunteering with EAC West Marin, you'll have the opportunity to explore coastal environments while contributing to community science, no prior experience necessary. Check out eacmarin.org/mpa-watch to learn more!

¡Sea Considerado con las Comunidades Costeras! 🥾 Proteja los ecosistemas frágiles manteniéndose en los caminos señalizados. 🦦 Observe a los animales desde la distancia. 🚬 Deposite las colillas de cigarrillos en contenedores adecuados —manténgalas fuera de las playas y carreteras

Parade + Cleanup - June 8 Grab a good spot for the Western Weekend parade. After, help us keep Main Street, Point Reyes Station clean! Kids and young adults who join the cleanup can earn some money. Meet at the CCC Information Hub (left of the Grandi Building) to get supplies. #WesternWeekend

@calacademy.bsky.social Snapshot Cal Coast is celebrating 10 years of statewide effort to discover, record & share observations of nature found along the California Coast! 🥳 Get involved & post your tide pooling photos with @inaturalist.bsky.social #snapshotcalcoast #tidepooling #calcoast

The Mendocino Film Festival starts tomorrow, running from May 29 to June 1 in Mendocino and Fort Bragg. Here are three environmental documentaries featured at the festival that share our commitment to protecting coastal ecosystems

Eelgrass is a coastal hero—storing carbon, filtering water & sheltering marine life. 🌿🐟 Help protect it: 🔹 Know before you go 🔹 Trash your trash 🔹 Use restrooms 🔹 Respect coastal spaces Less impact = healthier shores. 💚 #Eelgrass #LeaveNoTrace #CleanerCaliforniaCoast #California

🌍 Happy Earth Day! ¡Feliz Día de la Tierra! 🌊✨

💙 80+ volunteers — from kids and parents to elders and community partners — came together to clean up roadsides across West Marin. Together, we diverted: ✅ 300+ gallons (nearly 2 cubic yards) of landfill waste ♻️ 10 gallons of recyclables Thank you volunteers! @leavenotraceorg.bsky.social

Snowy plover nesting season is here! Their nests are so well-camouflaged they can be easy to miss making them vulnerable to people, pets, and predators. Keep them safe: 🐕 Keep dogs off nesting beaches 🗑️ Trash all food scraps to avoid attracting predators 🚶‍♀️ Spend limited time near nesting spots

Join us and CA State Parks for 'Let's Talk Trash,' a special PORTScast talk show to celebrate Earth Week--live from Tomales Bay State Park! We'll explore the unique habitats within Tomales Bay and learn how pollution affects local wildlife, fisheries, and our coastal communities. 🌊🐚 Link in bio!

Our public lands need us now more than ever. The @leavenotraceorg.bsky.social principles empower every visitor to help protect our public lands Know Before You Go Dispose of Waste Properly Trash Your Trash Respect Coastal Communities Take the Leave No Trace 101 Training learn.lnt.org/courses/101