https://www.nps.gov/jomu News releases from John Muir National Historic Site. en-us https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-management-plan-for-mt-wanda-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm Mon, 20 Nov 2023 01:30:00 EST MARTINEZ, CA — Today, the National Park Service (NPS) released the Mt. Wanda Comprehensive Site Management Plan (CSMP) and the associated Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). The 370-acre planning area at John Muir National Historic Site is an important part of the ranch where John Muir lived. Prior to Muir's time, the site was owned by Ygnacio Martinez as part of the Mexican era Rancho El Pinole, and earlier was home to the Karkin Ohlone Indians. At Mt. Wanda, visitors can walk in John Muir's footsteps as they explore, research, and appreciate the wildness of this inspirational landscape. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-management-plan-for-mt-wanda-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-special-fandango-campfire-program-2023.htm Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:29:00 EST Martinez, Calif. – Join the National Park Service for a free campfire program on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, California. The program begins at 5:00 p.m. and lasts roughly 2 hours.  This special campfire program will be hosted by rangers from the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. Step back into early California, when the Martinez Adobe was the heart of Rancho Pinole. The musical group Los Arribeños de San Francisco, led by Lance Beeson – a descendant of the Anza Expedition’s Second in Command Jose Joaquin Moraga – will share the songs, dances, and games of the Spanish and Mexican eras of Alta California. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-special-fandango-campfire-program-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/public-input-sought-on-comprehensive-site-management-plan-for-mt-wanda.htm Fri, 12 May 2023 07:49:00 EST MARTINEZ, Calif. — The National Park Service (NPS) is pleased to start the 30-day public review and comment period for the Mt. Wanda unit at John Muir National Historic Site’s Comprehensive Site Management Plan (CSMP)/Environmental Assessment (EA). The 370-acre planning area is an important part of the ranch where John Muir lived. Prior to Muir's time, the site was owned by Ygnacio Martinez as part of the Mexican era Rancho El Pinole, and earlier was home to the Karkin Ohlone Indians. At Mt. Wanda, visitors can walk in John Muir's footsteps as they explore, research, and appreciate the wildness of this inspirational landscape. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/public-input-sought-on-comprehensive-site-management-plan-for-mt-wanda.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-and-earth-day-2023.htm Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:40:00 EST MARTINEZ, Calif. – Join the National Park Service (NPS) and the John Muir Association in celebrating John Muir’s 185th birthday and Earth Day, during our annual Birthday – Earth Day Celebration event on Saturday, April 22, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-and-earth-day-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-applicants-for-2023-youth-conservation-corps.htm Mon, 13 Feb 2023 09:34:00 EST MARTINEZ, Calif. – John Muir National Historic Site is seeking applicants for the 2023 Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) summer program to work and learn alongside National Park Service (NPS) rangers. YCC is a paid outdoor work program that provides a safe, educational, and meaningful experience for young adults of all backgrounds and interests. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-applicants-for-2023-youth-conservation-corps.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-explore-the-night-sky.htm Thu, 20 Oct 2022 04:55:00 EST Martinez, Calif. – Do you want to learn more about planets and constellations? Join National Park Service (NPS) park rangers and volunteers for this exciting night sky program on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This is a free two-hour drop-in event, starting at 7 p.m. and ending promptly at 9 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-explore-the-night-sky.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/2021-pacific-west-region-cultural-resource-awards.htm Thu, 26 May 2022 08:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has recognized three employees in the Pacific West Region for their dedication to preserving park cultural resources and history for this and future generations of visitors. The annual, regional recognition applauds creativity and outstanding contributions in cultural resource management, particularly projects that serve as models across the agency. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1180/2021-pacific-west-region-cultural-resource-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/k-lynn-berry-selected-as-superintendent-of-four-oakland-area-national-parks.htm Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:57:00 EST SAN FRANCISCO - The National Park Service (NPS) has selected K. Lynn Berry to serve as the superintendent of Eugene O’Neill and John Muir National Historic Sites, Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial and Rosie the Riveter-World War II Home Front National Historical Park in California. She currently serves as the superintendent of Congaree National Park in South Carolina and will begin her new role in early April. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/k-lynn-berry-selected-as-superintendent-of-four-oakland-area-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-applicants-for-2022-youth-conservation-corps.htm Mon, 07 Feb 2022 09:54:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site is seeking applicants for the 2022 Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) summer program to work and learn alongside National Park Service (NPS) rangers. YCC is a paid outdoor work program that provides a safe, educational, and meaningful experience for young adults of all backgrounds and interests. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-applicants-for-2022-youth-conservation-corps.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosting-virtual-event-to-welcome-public-to-the-strentzel-muir-gravesite.htm Tue, 20 Apr 2021 02:37:00 EST Martinez, CA – The National Park Service is holding a virtual celebration to announce the site opening of the Strentzel/Muir gravesite following recent renovations. This event will take place virtually on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. This will mark the first time in the park's history and regular access is available to the gravesite without being on a tour. This will be a virtual event, available on social media and on the park website and will provide a history of the site and an overview of the site improvements. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosting-virtual-event-to-welcome-public-to-the-strentzel-muir-gravesite.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/increased-access-at-the-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm Fri, 16 Apr 2021 10:08:00 EST Martinez, CA – Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) is increasing access. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/increased-access-at-the-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-applicants-for-2021-youth-conservation-corps.htm Mon, 08 Feb 2021 07:09:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site is seeking applicants for the 2021 Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) summer program to work and learn alongside National Park Service (NPS) rangers. YCC is a paid outdoor work program that provides a safe, educational, and meaningful experience for young adults of all backgrounds and interests. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-applicants-for-2021-youth-conservation-corps.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/increased-access-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm Thu, 15 Oct 2020 07:20:00 EST Martinez, CA – Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) is increasing access. The National Park Service (NPS) is working servicewide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and using a phased approach to increase access on a park-by-park basis. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/increased-access-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/martinez-adobe-closed-for-structural-repairs.htm Fri, 25 Sep 2020 08:26:00 EST Martinez, CA – After a thorough analysis of structural and seismic information, the staff at John Muir National Historic Site has determined that the Martinez Adobe must be closed until structural repairs and stabilization can occur. The park consulted with an adobe expert (structural engineer) through the National Park Service’s Vanishing Treasures Program to help evaluate the Martinez Adobe. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/martinez-adobe-closed-for-structural-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-lighting-muir-home-in-celebration-of-19th-amendment-centennial.htm Mon, 24 Aug 2020 11:05:00 EST n celebration of the centennial of the 19th amendment, Women’s right to vote, the National Park Service is lighting up the Strentzel/Muir House with the colors of purple and gold on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 starting at 7:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-lighting-muir-home-in-celebration-of-19th-amendment-centennial.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-park-grounds.htm Fri, 19 Jun 2020 06:58:00 EST Beginning June 22, 2020, John Muir NHS will reopen access to:   The outside portion of the site. This includes the John Muir orchard and the surrounding picnic areas. Park operation hours have been temporarily changed to Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-park-grounds.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/incredible-insects.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2020 02:15:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers and UC Davis Entomologists for a hands-on learning adventure on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour program begins at 2 PM in the Visitor Center. Come and meet live insect and arachnid friends, learn about what we have in common with these creatures and how we differ. Crafts and other fun activities await you! https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/incredible-insects.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/reward-offered-in-cold-case-investigation-of-stolen-john-muir-pocket-watch.htm Wed, 06 Nov 2019 05:55:00 EST Special Agents of the National Park Service Investigative Services Branch are seeking help from the public to recover a stolen artifact from John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez, California. On the night of July 23, 1978, an unknown person(s) broke into a park display case and took a gold pocket watch that belonged to John Muir. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/reward-offered-in-cold-case-investigation-of-stolen-john-muir-pocket-watch.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-free-campfire-program-creatures-of-the-night.htm Thu, 17 Oct 2019 02:56:00 EST Join the National Park Service for a free campfire program on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, California. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-free-campfire-program-creatures-of-the-night.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-animal-evidence-program.htm Thu, 18 Jul 2019 04:29:00 EST Come join us for a workshop about animal evidence! Learn how to identify tracks and scat from local animals. Make a cast of your favorite animal track to take home! Join National Park Service rangers for our Animal Evidence activities on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour drop-in program begins at 12PM. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-animal-evidence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-special-fandango-campfire-program.htm Wed, 05 Jun 2019 05:40:00 EST Join the National Park Service for a free campfire program on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, California. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-special-fandango-campfire-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-and-earth-day-for-2019.htm Tue, 12 Mar 2019 02:49:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) and the John Muir Association in celebrating John Muir’s 181st birthday and Earth Day, during our annual Birthday – Earth Day event on Saturday, April 20, 2019 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-and-earth-day-for-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-launches-second-annual-stewardship-program-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm Wed, 06 Mar 2019 02:19:00 EST On Saturday, March 23, 2019 John Muir National Historic Site (John Muir NHS) will launch its second annual series of Stewardship Saturdays. Join the National Park Service for these free, Ranger-led land stewardship programs at the Martinez, California site. The programs begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Strentzel Creek meadow area of Mt. Wanda. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-launches-second-annual-stewardship-program-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/incredible-insects-march-2019.htm Tue, 05 Mar 2019 04:02:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers and UC-Davis entomologists for a hands-on learning adventure on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour program begins at 2 PM in the Visitor Center. Come and meet live insect and arachnid friends, learn about what we have in common with these creatures and how we differ. Crafts and other fun activities await you! https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/incredible-insects-march-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-a-springtime-saunter-2019.htm Tue, 05 Mar 2019 03:58:00 EST Join a National Park Service ranger for a Springtime Saunter on Sunday March 24, 2019 on Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour program begins at 1:00 PM with a moderately strenuous hike to look for wildflowers and learn about plants and animals native to the area. The trail includes about 650 feet of elevation gain, but the reward is a beautiful 360° view from the top. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-a-springtime-saunter-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-applicants-for-2019-youth-conservation-corps.htm Tue, 12 Feb 2019 02:40:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) is seeking applicants for the 2019 Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) summer program to work and learn alongside National Park Service (NPS) rangers. YCC is a paid outdoor work program that provides a safe, educational, and meaningful experience for young adults of all backgrounds and interests. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-applicants-for-2019-youth-conservation-corps.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-remembers-john-muir.htm Tue, 18 Dec 2018 01:35:00 EST Join us on Monday, December 24th at 10:00 am to honor the 104th anniversary of John Muir’s passing. Visitors will meet at the John Muir NHS Visitor Center, where transportation will be provided to the gravesite. Rangers will conduct a short program in remembrance of Mr. Muir, allowing some additional time afterwards for visitors to reflect upon his life and legacy while exploring the site. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-remembers-john-muir.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/nps-hosts-incredible-insects-program.htm Wed, 03 Oct 2018 02:59:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers and UC Davis Entomologists for a hands-on learning adventure on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour program begins at 2 PM in the Visitor Center. Come and meet live insect and arachnid friends, learn about what we have in common with these creatures and how we differ from them. Crafts and other fun activities await you! https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/nps-hosts-incredible-insects-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-and-alhambra-high-school-present-the-5th-annual-ecopoetry-event.htm Mon, 30 Apr 2018 02:38:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) and Alhambra High School students for the 2018 Ecopoetry Event. This is the 5th annual ecopoetry event to be held in the historic Victorian home where the celebrated naturalist, John Muir, lived and wrote his books. The event will be on Saturday, May 12, 2018 from 5 PM to 8 PM at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS), 4202 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, CA. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-and-alhambra-high-school-present-the-5th-annual-ecopoetry-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/new-featured-exhibit-in-her-words-a-glimpse-into-the-lives-of-the-muir-strentzel-women.htm Mon, 16 Apr 2018 02:50:00 EST (Martinez, CA) – John Muir National Historic Site is unveiling a new exhibit, “In Her Words; A Glimpse into the Lives of the Muir-Strentzel Women”, on display in John Muir’s Victorian home starting April 21, 2018, coinciding this year’s Birthday/Earth Day celebration. The exhibit is free of charge and included in guided and self-guided tours of the Muir-Strentzel House during regular operating hours. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/new-featured-exhibit-in-her-words-a-glimpse-into-the-lives-of-the-muir-strentzel-women.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-seeks-public-input-in-planning-for-the-mt-wanda-unit.htm Mon, 09 Apr 2018 10:01:00 EST The National Park Service is inviting public comment on initial ideas developed as part of a planning effort for the Mt. Wanda Unit of John Muir National Historic Site. Mt. Wanda is a 330-acre part of the historic Martinez ranch where John Muir lived. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-seeks-public-input-in-planning-for-the-mt-wanda-unit.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-and-earth-day-2018.htm Thu, 05 Apr 2018 07:55:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) and the John Muir Association in celebrating John Muir’s 180th birthday and Earth Day during our annual Birthday – Earth Day event on Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-and-earth-day-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/new-superintendent-of-capitol-reef-is-deputy-manager-for-four-national-parks-in-sf-bay-area.htm Mon, 19 Mar 2018 06:29:00 EST DENVER — Susan “Sue” Fritzke, deputy superintendent of four National Park Service (NPS) sites in the San Francisco Bay Area, has been named superintendent of Capitol Reef NP in Utah by NPS Intermountain Region Director Sue Masica. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/new-superintendent-of-capitol-reef-is-deputy-manager-for-four-national-parks-in-sf-bay-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-a-springtime-saunter.htm Fri, 16 Mar 2018 05:08:00 EST Join a National Park Service ranger for a Springtime Saunter on Saturday March 31st, 2018 on Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour program begins at 9:00 AM with a moderately strenuous hike to look for wildflowers and learn about the plants and animals native to the area. The trail includes about 650 feet of elevation gain, but the reward is a beautiful 360° view from the top. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-a-springtime-saunter.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-applicants-for-2018-youth-conservation-corps.htm Wed, 28 Feb 2018 01:34:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) is seeking applicants for the 2018 Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) summer program to work and learn alongside National Park Service (NPS) rangers. YCC is a paid outdoor work program that provides a safe, educational, and meaningful experience for young adults of all backgrounds and interests. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-applicants-for-2018-youth-conservation-corps.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-hosts-las-posadas.htm Tue, 28 Nov 2017 03:03:00 EST Join the National Park Service and the Spanish Choir of St. Catherine of Siena Church for a bilingual program of music, history, and holiday traditions at the Martinez Adobe on the grounds of John Muir National Historic Site. This free event is on Saturday, December 2nd, 2017 from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-hosts-las-posadas.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-announces-completion-of-strentzel-muir-gravesite-planning-and-release-of-the-finding-of-no-significant-impact.htm Tue, 24 Oct 2017 08:36:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) has completed planning for the Strentzel-Muir Gravesite in Martinez, California and is releasing the Finding of No Significant Impact, which documents the Selected Alternative and final decision. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-announces-completion-of-strentzel-muir-gravesite-planning-and-release-of-the-finding-of-no-significant-impact.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-solar-eclipse-hike.htm Mon, 07 Aug 2017 07:03:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers for a solar eclipse hike to the top of Mt. Wanda on Monday August 21, 2017. Martinez will see about 80% of the sun covered by the moon early on Monday, while portions of Oregon will experience a total eclipse. This is the first total solar eclipse to cross the North American continent coast-to-coast in 99 years, and the first to pass through any part of the Lower 48 states in 38 years. Some eclipse glasses will be available for participants to share. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-solar-eclipse-hike.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/the-john-muir-national-historic-site-the-american-scottish-foundation-presents-in-the-footsteps-of-john-muir-an-exhibition-and-talk-by-scottish-photographer-ken-paterson.htm Wed, 24 May 2017 02:53:00 EST The John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez, CA, features a new exhibit, In the Footsteps of John Muir, by Scottish photographer Ken Paterson. The exhibit is on display in one of the bedrooms of John Muir’s Victorian home. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/the-john-muir-national-historic-site-the-american-scottish-foundation-presents-in-the-footsteps-of-john-muir-an-exhibition-and-talk-by-scottish-photographer-ken-paterson.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/helping-birds-along-the-way-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm Wed, 03 May 2017 03:24:00 EST “Helping Birds Along the Way” is the theme for this year’s International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD), the only international education program that celebrates the migration of nearly 350 bird species. John Muir National Historic Site will be celebrating IMBD with fun, family-friendly activities such as a Beginning Birding workshop, junior birding activities, crafts, and other educational materials to learn about birds and their native habitat. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/helping-birds-along-the-way-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-and-john-muir-land-trust-host-take-it-outside-california-program.htm Wed, 03 May 2017 03:19:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) and John Muir Land Trust (JMLT) for Take It Outside California! this Sunday, May 7, 2017 from 1 pm to 4pm at the John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez, CA. Take It Outside California! (takeitoutsideca.com) is a statewide initiative to connect all Californians to great outdoor places and experiences. Participating organizations across the state are holding fun, free events for everyone to enjoy. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-and-john-muir-land-trust-host-take-it-outside-california-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-and-alhambra-high-school-present-the-2017-ecopoetry-event.htm Mon, 01 May 2017 03:30:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) and Alhambra High School students for the 2017 Ecopoetry Event. This is the 3rd annual event, staged in the historic Victorian home where the celebrated naturalist, John Muir, lived and wrote his books. The event will be held on Friday May 19, 2017, from 6 PM to 8 PM at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-and-alhambra-high-school-present-the-2017-ecopoetry-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-earth-day.htm Wed, 12 Apr 2017 03:51:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) and the John Muir Association in celebrating John Muir’s 179th birthday and Earth Day, during our annual Birthday – Earth Day event on Saturday, April 22, 2017 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-earth-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-members-for-2017-youth-conservation-corps.htm Fri, 17 Mar 2017 02:45:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site is seeking members for the 2017 Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) summer program. YCC provides an outdoor work experience that is safe, educational, and meaningful to young adults of all backgrounds. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-seeking-members-for-2017-youth-conservation-corps.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-las-posadas.htm Mon, 28 Nov 2016 04:52:00 EST Join the National Park Service and the Spanish Choir of St. Catherine of Siena Church for a bilingual program of music, history, and holiday traditions at the Martinez Adobe on the grounds of John Muir National Historic Site. This free event is on Saturday, December 3, 2016 from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-las-posadas.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/path-to-the-perseids-a-meteor-shower-adventure.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2016 04:44:00 EST (Martinez, CA) Join National Park Service interpretive rangers for a night sky adventure, “Path to the Perseids – A Meteor Shower Adventure,” on Friday, August 12, 2016 at Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free program begins at 8:00 PM and will continue until 12AM, at the top of Mt. Wanda. Increase your appreciation of the night sky by watching the Perseid meteor shower in a fun and enlightening way! We will also explore the five visible planets, learn about constellations, share mythology and take a special look at deep-space objects (galaxies, clusters, nebulae) using a high-powered telescope. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/path-to-the-perseids-a-meteor-shower-adventure.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-earth-day-and-the-centennial-of-the-national-park-service.htm Thu, 07 Apr 2016 06:58:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) and the John Muir Association in celebrating John Muir’s 178th birthday, Earth Day, and the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service during our annual Birthday – Earth Day event on Saturday, April 23, 2016 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-earth-day-and-the-centennial-of-the-national-park-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-a-nature-saunter-up-mount-wanda.htm Mon, 22 Feb 2016 01:32:00 EST Join a National Park Service ranger for a free early Saturday morning nature hike on March 5, 2016, at the John Muir National Historic Site. The two-hour walk will begin at 8:30 AM with an easy saunter up Mt. Wanda to look for wildflowers and learn about plants native to the area. Over 82 species of native plants have been identified on Mt. Wanda, and hikers may spot California buttercups, purple Chinese houses and mule’s ears. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-a-nature-saunter-up-mount-wanda.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-welcomes-4th-grade-students-through-every-kid-in-a-park-initiative.htm Sun, 06 Sep 2015 08:41:00 EST Martinez, CA – John Muir National Historic Site invites all 4th grade students to visit the park as part of the White House’s new Every Kid in a Park program. Starting September 1, 2015, 4th grade students can go to www.everykidinapark.gov to complete an activity and obtain a free annual entry pass to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas, including national parks. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-welcomes-4th-grade-students-through-every-kid-in-a-park-initiative.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-announces-additional-alternative-to-be-prepared-for-strentzel-muir-gravesite-plan-environmental-assessment.htm Thu, 18 Jun 2015 01:52:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) has received public comments for the Strentzel-Muir Gravesite Plan Environmental Assessment (EA) that warrant further analysis and exploration. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-announces-additional-alternative-to-be-prepared-for-strentzel-muir-gravesite-plan-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/nps-hosts-roadmap-to-the-night-sky.htm Mon, 01 Jun 2015 02:09:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers for a stargazing adventure, “Road Map to the Night Sky,” on Saturday June 13, 2015 at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, hour and thirty minute program begins at 9:15 PM inside the park. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/nps-hosts-roadmap-to-the-night-sky.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/nps-hosts-full-moon-walk.htm Wed, 27 May 2015 02:13:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers for a full moon walk on Tuesday June 2, 2015 on Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour program begins at 7:30 PM with a one-mile, moderately strenuous hike to watch the full moon rise over nearby Mt. Diablo. Atop Mt. Wanda’s 640-foot summit, visitors can use spotting scopes to view more detailed features of the moon. Visitors can also listen to the chorus of night sounds and keep an eye out for the nocturnal native grey fox. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/nps-hosts-full-moon-walk.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-free-campfire-program.htm Tue, 26 May 2015 02:15:00 EST Join the National Park Service for a free campfire program on Saturday, June 6, 2015 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. The program begins at 7:00 p.m. and lasts roughly 1.5 hours. Rangers will lead the group in songs, skits and stories to celebrate the legacy of John Muir, one of the greatest naturalists and conservationists the United States has ever known. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-free-campfire-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-roadmap-to-the-night-sky.htm Wed, 06 May 2015 04:46:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers for a stargazing adventure, “Road Map to the Night Sky,” on Sunday May 17, 2015 at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-roadmap-to-the-night-sky.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-announces-public-comment-period-for-the-strentzel-muir-gravesite-environmental-assessment.htm Fri, 17 Apr 2015 05:01:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) has completed the Environmental Assessment for the Strentzel-Muir Gravesite in Martinez, California. The Public Comment Period will extend from Monday April 20 through Monday June 1, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-announces-public-comment-period-for-the-strentzel-muir-gravesite-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-hosts-strentzel-muir-gravesite-public-open-house.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2015 08:20:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) is conducting a public open house to review the Environmental Assessment for the Strentzel-Muir Gravesite in Martinez, California on Wednesday evening, April 29. The workshop will be held from 5 to 7pm in the multipurpose room at John Swett Elementary School, located at 4955 Alhambra Valley Road, Martinez. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-hosts-strentzel-muir-gravesite-public-open-house.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/nps-commemorates-the-150th-anniversary-of-the-end-of-the-civil-war.htm Mon, 23 Mar 2015 04:03:00 EST For the past four years, the National Park Service and many other organizations and individuals have been commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War and the continuing efforts for human rights today. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/nps-commemorates-the-150th-anniversary-of-the-end-of-the-civil-war.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-and-earth-day.htm Mon, 23 Mar 2015 02:12:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) to celebrate John Muir’s 177th birthday during the annual Birthday – Earth Day event on Saturday, April 18, 2015 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. Participate in fun activities for all ages to commemorate Muir’s legacy. Special guest speaker Beth Pratt-Bergstrom, California Director of the National Wildlife Federation, will give the keynote address. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-celebrates-john-muir-s-birthday-and-earth-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-closed-december-25-and-26.htm Wed, 17 Dec 2014 02:18:00 EST President Obama has declared December 26, 2014 a federal holiday. John Muir National Historic Site will be closed on Thurs, December 25 as well as Friday, December 26. We will reopen the following day, Saturday, December 27 at 10:00 am. The staff wishes everyone a very happy and safe holiday https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-closed-december-25-and-26.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/100th-anniversary-of-john-muirs-death.htm Thu, 11 Dec 2014 03:49:00 EST On December 24, 1914, Christmas Eve, John Muir passed away in a hospital in Los Angeles of pneumonia. At the time, he was visiting his youngest daughter Helen Muir Funk, his son-in-law Earl Funk and his grandchildren. Join us on December 24, 2014 at 11:00 am at John Muir National Historic Site - in the Victorian house he lived in for 24 years – and participate in a commemorative celebration of this great man’s life. Visitors will be able to share what John Muir means to them and how they view the importance of his legacy over the next 100 years. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/100th-anniversary-of-john-muirs-death.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-hosts-2014-winter-solstice-campfire.htm Tue, 09 Dec 2014 03:56:00 EST Join the National Park Service for a free winter solstice-themed campfire program on Sunday, December 21, 2014 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. The program begins at 3 PM with crafts and games in the park orchards and continues with a campfire from 5-7 PM. Rangers will lead the group in songs, stories and activities to celebrate the longest night of the year, the changing of the seasons and the legacy of John Muir, one of the greatest naturalists and conservationists the United States has ever known. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-hosts-2014-winter-solstice-campfire.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-to-host-free-campfire-program-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2014 05:18:00 EST Join the National Park Service for a free campfire program on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. The program begins at 6:30 p.m. and lasts roughly 1.5 hours. Rangers will lead the group in songs, skits and stories to celebrate the legacy of John Muir, one of the greatest naturalists and conservationists the United States has ever known. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-to-host-free-campfire-program-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-full-moon-walk.htm Wed, 01 Oct 2014 06:04:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers for a full moon walk on Wednesday October 8, 2014 on Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour program begins at 6:00 PM with a one-mile, moderately strenuous hike to watch the full moon rise over nearby Mt. Diablo. Atop Mt. Wanda’s 640-foot summit, visitors can use spotting scopes to view more detailed features of the moon. Visitors can also listen to the chorus of night sounds and keep an eye out for the nocturnal native grey fox. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-full-moon-walk.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/celebrate-the-50th-anniversary-of-john-muir-national-historic-site-with-john-muir.htm Tue, 09 Sep 2014 05:43:00 EST Join the National Park Service for a free campfire program to celebrate the creation of the park on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. The program begins at 7:00 p.m. and lasts roughly 1.5 hours. Frank Helling renowned John Muir impersonator will tell stories as John Muir. Children from John Muir Mountain Day Camp, led by Jill Harcke camp director, will sing songs Ms. Harcke composed about Mr. Muir, one of the greatest naturalists and conservationists the United States has ever known. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/celebrate-the-50th-anniversary-of-john-muir-national-historic-site-with-john-muir.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-hosts-full-moon-walk.htm Wed, 27 Aug 2014 04:03:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers for a full moon walk on Tuesday September 9, 2014 on Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour program begins at 6:30 PM with a one-mile, moderately strenuous hike to watch the full moon rise over nearby Mt. Diablo. Atop Mt. Wanda’s 640-foot summit, visitors can use spotting scopes to view more detailed features of the moon. Visitors can also listen to the chorus of night sounds and keep an eye out for the nocturnal native grey fox. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-hosts-full-moon-walk.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-opens-7-days-a-week.htm Wed, 27 Aug 2014 03:54:00 EST We are pleased to announce that John Muir National Historic Site will be returning to a 7 day a week schedule starting August 31, 2014. The operational hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm. Admission to the site is free. Visitors to the site can learn about the life of John Muir through exhibits, guided tours, cell-phone tours and special events. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-opens-7-days-a-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/birthday-earth-day-celebrates-100-years-of-john-muir-s-legacy.htm Fri, 14 Mar 2014 07:50:00 EST Join the National Park Service (NPS) in celebrating 100 years of John Muir’s conservation legacy during the annual Earth Day and John Muir’s Birthday event on Saturday, April 26, 2014 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. Participate in fun activities for all ages to commemorate Muir’s legacy and the 50th anniversary of the park’s establishment in 1964. Special guest speaker Bruce Hamilton, Deputy Executive Director of the Sierra Club, will give the keynote address. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/birthday-earth-day-celebrates-100-years-of-john-muir-s-legacy.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-celebrates-california-arbor-week.htm Fri, 14 Feb 2014 07:03:00 EST Celebrate California Arbor Week by attending a special presentation by guest speakers Timmy Womick and Chad Brey of TreeCircus on Sunday, March 9, at 1 PM at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. Womick and Brey’s hour-long program, “What Did John Muir Teach Us?”, is the first in a series of presentations by guest speakers exploring John Muir’s modern legacy. The series will continue throughout the spring and summer with special events on select weekends (Separate press releases will follow). https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-celebrates-california-arbor-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-hosts-muir-and-strentzel-gravesite-public-workshop.htm Fri, 17 Jan 2014 03:31:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) is conducting a public workshop to develop management alternatives for the Muir/Strentzel gravesite in Martinez, California on Saturday, February 22. The workshop will be held from 10 AM to 12 PM in the multipurpose room in John Swett Elementary School, located at 4955 Alhambra Valley Road, Martinez. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-nhs-hosts-muir-and-strentzel-gravesite-public-workshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/las-posadas-at-the-martinez-adobe.htm Sat, 14 Dec 2013 03:11:00 EST A cultural tradition returns. Enjoy a free bilingual (Spanish/English) program of music, history, and holiday traditions at the Martinez Adobe, on the grounds of the John Muir National Historic Site: https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/las-posadas-at-the-martinez-adobe.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-hosts-winter-solstice-campfire.htm Thu, 05 Dec 2013 06:42:00 EST Join the National Park Service for a free winter solstice-themed campfire program on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. The program begins at 3 PM with crafts and games in the park orchards and continues with a campfire from 5-7 PM. Rangers will lead the group in songs, stories and activities to celebrate the changing of the seasons and the legacy of John Muir, one of the greatest naturalists and conservationists the United States has ever known. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/john-muir-national-historic-site-hosts-winter-solstice-campfire.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/special-guest-robert-hanna-shares-muir-family-experiences-on-national-public-land-s-day.htm Sun, 01 Sep 2013 03:55:00 EST Explore an intimate view of John Muir and celebrate National Public Lands Day during a special presentation by Robert Hanna, John Muir’s great-great-grandson, at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) on Saturday, September 28, 2013 at 6 PM. Hanna will present “Growing Up Muir” inside Muir’s historic Victorian home as part of a National Park Service speaker series celebrating John Muir’s modern legacy. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/special-guest-robert-hanna-shares-muir-family-experiences-on-national-public-land-s-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-starry-night-saunter-on-mount-wanda.htm Wed, 14 Aug 2013 07:35:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers for a free night sky walk on Thursday, August 29, 2013 on Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, 1.5-hour program begins at 8 PM with a one-mile, moderately strenuous hike to magnificent vistas near the peak. Visitors may catch a glimpse of the nocturnal native grey fox or hear the distinctive call of the great horned owl while exploring the mysteries of the dazzling night sky. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-starry-night-saunter-on-mount-wanda.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/family-days-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm Fri, 19 Jul 2013 07:24:00 EST Enjoy a day of family fun with hands-on activities for children and families on Saturday, July 27, 2013 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. The program begins at 10 AM and ends at 2 PM. National Park Service staff will run rotating activity stations in the park orchards. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/family-days-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/experience-nature-by-day-and-night-with-ranger-led-walks-on-mt-wanda.htm Wed, 03 Jul 2013 04:02:00 EST Walk in John Muir’s footsteps under sunlight and moonlight by attending two free, ranger-led saunters up Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. Join the National Park Service (NPS) on Sunday, July 21, 2013 at 9 AM for a two-hour nature walk to discover the many plants and animals living in this diverse landscape. On the following evening of Monday, July 22, 2013, experience the nighttime side of Mt. Wanda with a ranger-led full moon walk at 7:45 PM. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/experience-nature-by-day-and-night-with-ranger-led-walks-on-mt-wanda.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/filmmaker-to-screen-documentary-on-john-muir-s-life-and-legacy-at-muir-s-historic-martinez-home.htm Thu, 27 Jun 2013 07:17:00 EST Starting in May, the National Park Service began hosting a series of guest speakers to explore John Muir’s modern legacy. The series continues on Sunday, July 14, 2013 with special guest Anthony Garvin, who will screen his documentary film In Search of John Muir at 2 PM at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) Visitor Center. In addition to showing the hour-long film, Garvin will speak about his experience following in Muir’s footsteps while creating the documentary. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/filmmaker-to-screen-documentary-on-john-muir-s-life-and-legacy-at-muir-s-historic-martinez-home.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/nps-announces-end-of-muir-and-strentzel-gravesite-plan-public-scoping-period.htm Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:06:00 EST The public scoping period for John Muir National Historic Site’s (NHS) Muir/Strentzel Gravesite Plan ends on June 30, 2013. The public scoping period began on March 6, 2013 to solicit input on developing strategies for visitor and resource management at the Muir/Strentzel gravesite in Martinez, California. At least one additional public comment period will occur during the course of this planning process. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/nps-announces-end-of-muir-and-strentzel-gravesite-plan-public-scoping-period.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-discovery-walks-on-mount-wanda.htm Mon, 06 May 2013 04:54:00 EST Enjoy the late spring sunshine by walking in the footsteps of John Muir on a free, ranger-led saunter up Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. Join us on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at 9 AM for a two-hour nature walk to discover the many plants and animals living in this diverse landscape. The park has identified more than 82 species of native plants on Mt. Wanda, and hikers may see California buttercups, purple Chinese houses and mule’s ears. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-discovery-walks-on-mount-wanda.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-full-moon-walks-on-mount-wanda.htm Fri, 03 May 2013 05:09:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers for a full moon walk on Saturday, May 25, 2013 on Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour program begins at 8:30 p.m. with a one-mile, moderately strenuous hike to watch the full moon rise over nearby Mt. Diablo. Atop Mt. Wanda’s 640-foot summit, visitors can use spotting scopes to view more detailed features of the moon. Visitors can also listen to the chorus of night sounds and keep an eye out for the nocturnal native grey fox. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-full-moon-walks-on-mount-wanda.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-free-family-days-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm Fri, 03 May 2013 05:01:00 EST Enjoy a day of family fun with hands-on activities for children and families on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. The program begins at 10 AM and ends at 2 PM. Park staff will run rotating activity stations in the park orchards. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-free-family-days-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/speaker-series-explores-modern-connections-to-john-muir.htm Fri, 26 Apr 2013 06:54:00 EST Join the National Park Service this spring and summer as we host a series of guest speakers who will explore John Muir’s modern legacy. To kick off the series, special guests Peter and Donna Thomas will present “Muir Ramble Route: San Francisco to Yosemite,” on Saturday, May 11, at 2 p.m. at the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) Visitor Center. The series will continue with special programs on Sunday June 23 and Sunday July 14th (separate press releases will follow.) https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/speaker-series-explores-modern-connections-to-john-muir.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/muir-and-strentzel-gravesite-public-scoping-period-underway.htm Tue, 09 Apr 2013 04:22:00 EST John Muir National Historic Site is announcing the public scoping period for the Muir/Strentzel Gravesite planning. Public scoping comments will be used to assist the park in developing a range of reasonable and feasible project alternatives that address management of resources and visitor access at the Muir/Strentzel gravesite in Martinez California. The public scoping period officially opened on March 6, 2013 and will extend for at least 60 days. To help gather information related to this planning effort, a public open house will take place on April 9, 2013 from 5:30 to 7pm at New Leaf: A Sustainable Living Collaborative School, Room Two, 614 F Street, Martinez. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/muir-and-strentzel-gravesite-public-scoping-period-underway.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/sequestration-cuts-cause-changes-at-eugene-o-neill-and-john-muir-national-historic-sites.htm Mon, 08 Apr 2013 07:55:00 EST Effective April 22, 2013, Eugene O’Neill National Historic Site and John Muir National Historic Site are required by “sequestration” (a series of automatic, across-the-board permanent spending cuts) to reduce their annual budget by five percent. The parks must absorb those cuts in the remaining six months of this fiscal year that ends September 30, 2013. The federal law imposing sequestration requires that each national park take this cut. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/sequestration-cuts-cause-changes-at-eugene-o-neill-and-john-muir-national-historic-sites.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-free-campfire-program-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm Thu, 04 Apr 2013 04:48:00 EST Join the National Park Service for a free campfire program on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. The program begins at 7 p.m. and lasts roughly 1.5 hours. Rangers will lead the group in songs, skits and stories to celebrate the legacy of John Muir, one of the greatest naturalists and conservationists the United States has ever known. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/national-park-service-hosts-free-campfire-program-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/monthly-story-time-continues-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm Mon, 01 Apr 2013 04:40:00 EST John Muir used to tell his daughters stories around the dinner table at his family home in Martinez. Children and families are invited to join the National Park Service for a new story time program at the John Muir National Historic Site, to help keep Muir’s tradition alive! https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/monthly-story-time-continues-at-john-muir-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/new-exhibits-examines-john-muir-s-influence-over-national-parks.htm Fri, 22 Mar 2013 04:29:00 EST The John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez, CA, now features a new exhibit in one of the upstairs bedrooms of John Muir’s Victorian home. The exhibit focuses on John Muir’s influence on the creation of several national park units in the western United States and on the National Park Service’s mission to continue Muir’s beliefs today. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/new-exhibits-examines-john-muir-s-influence-over-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/gary-bogue-at-the-john-muir-birthday-earth-day-celebration.htm Wed, 20 Mar 2013 04:37:00 EST MARTINEZ— Stories from “John Muir” are among the highlights of the John Muir Birthday–Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 20th at the John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez. Guests will enjoy free admission and parking at this regional event, which includes fun, informative activities and exhibits for all ages. Popular pet and wildlife columnist Gary Bogue is the keynote speaker, and the John Muir Association’s 35th annual John Muir Conservation Awards will be announced and presented. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/gary-bogue-at-the-john-muir-birthday-earth-day-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/full-moon-walks-begin-on-mount-wanda.htm Thu, 14 Mar 2013 04:02:00 EST Join National Park Service rangers for the first full moon walk of the year on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 on Mt. Wanda, part of the John Muir National Historic Site (NHS) in Martinez, CA. This free, two-hour program begins at 7:30 p.m. with a one-mile, moderately strenuous hike to watch the full moon rise over nearby Mt. Diablo. Atop Mt. Wanda’s 640-foot summit, visitors can use spotting scopes to view more detailed features of the moon. Visitors can also listen to the chorus of night sounds and keep an eye out for the nocturnal native grey fox. https://www.nps.gov/jomu/learn/news/full-moon-walks-begin-on-mount-wanda.htm https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100406_weedwatchers.htm Mon, 05 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST Dedicated volunteer Weed Watchers help National Parks steer clear of invasive plant species. https://www.nps.gov/pore/learn/news/newsreleases_20100406_weedwatchers.htm