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Seal Rocks seen in the Pacific Ocean near San Francisco's Lands End.
Parks

Lands End: How to find its hidden secrets

A sign at Lands End states: "Terrains that have been shaped by human activity in response to nature have a name—cultural landscapes." Here's a sampling of what you can learn on one of our member tours of the area.
Five people sit on a colorful, striped blanket at Presidio Tunnel Tops
Our Work

Video: How Presidio Activators built community, welcomed all

Check out this video to learn more about the Presidio Activator Council, the reasons behind the council’s formation, and how the Activators helped create a sense of welcoming and belonging at Presidio Tunnel Tops for opening and beyond.
Sharaya Souza sits in Black Point historic gardens surrounded by wildlfowers.
Our Work

Video: Growing community at Black Point historic gardens with the American Indian Cultural District

Sharaya Souza, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the American Indian Cultural District (AICD), takes us around Black Point historic gardens at Fort Mason and tells us about the Community Gardening Days held in partnership between AICD and the Parks Conservancy.
Sharaya Souza sits in Black Point historic gardens surrounded by wildlfowers.
Article

Where community grows: Sharaya Souza and the American Indian Cultural District at Black Point

Editor's note: This article is part of our 2023 Annual Report to the Community , where you'll find all we've accomplished together in the past year, along with interactive postcards from the park sites of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Check it out >> Sharaya Souza (Taos Pueblo, Ute...
Graphic for "Intertribal Dance Gathering: Dancing is Our Medicine" event
Events

Intertribal Dance Gathering: Dancing is our Medicine 2024

Presidio Tunnel Tops
The Native American Health Center welcomes indigenous communities and the greater public to enjoy healing dances by California tribes (Ohlone, Hupa, Kumeyaay), Round Dance songs by Mike Bellanger (Kickapoo, Sac & Fox), screen printing by Smithsonian featured artist Calixto Robles (Zapotec), Beading with Kalley Roanhorse (Diné) and more!
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland gazing at the Golden Gate Bridge
Stories

Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland visits the GGNRA and Alcatraz

Secretary Haaland met with the Indians of All Tribes to mark the 52nd anniversary of the Occupation of Alcatraz Island, a key milestone in the history of the island, our country, and the broader Native American civil rights movement.
Ohlone Games, Game of Staves. First Person: Honoring Native and Indigenous Cultures.
Our Work

Nature Boost Friday: Ohlone Games and Stories

Experience Ohlone natural/cultural history, through stories, games and art. Participants learn how to make and play a traditional Ohlone game, which introduce them to some indigenous plants found in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, your local National Park
Park Ranger Lara Volski helps visitors.
Article

Meet the Ranger: Lara Volski on climate resilience and history in the Marin Headlands

Park Ranger Lara Volski is relatively new to the National Park Service (NPS), but she’s already made a big impact for Marin Headlands visitors. Working at Point Bonita Lighthouse, the Nike Missile Site, and other locations, Ranger Lara talks about climate resilience and history in unique ways.
"If we build a society based on honoring the earth, we build a society which is sustainable, and has the capacity to support all life forms." - Winona LaDuke
Stories

Inspiring Nature Quotes from Indigenous Leaders

November is Native American Heritage Month, a chance for us all to reflect on the contributions and wisdoms of the original stewards of these colonized lands.
Tipi on Alcatraz with Golden Gate Bridge in background
Events

Dialogue: Shaping a New Generation of Native American Activism

Alcatraz Visitor Center
the San Francisco Public Library and the National Park Service at Alcatraz Island will host a dialogue between Asha Nordwall and Benayshe-Ba-Equay Titus.