The Golden Gate National Parks are sponsoring a unique contest this year called the GGNP Endangered Species Big Year. The goal: spot as many of the 36 endangered and threatened species as you can, and take steps to help prevent… Continue Reading
In these tough economic times, even 20 plus years of tradition doesn’t hold much weight with the city’s Recreation & Parks Department. In a letter earlier this month, the organizer for Jimmy’s Old Car Picnic was notified that their permit… Continue Reading
Want to try something new this year? Sign up for a dance class at the Richmond District YMCA! Both the East Coast Swing and Lindy Hop classes will be taught on Friday nights by Catrine Ljunggren, world renowned Lindy Hop… Continue Reading
Local blog San Francisco Now has a nice video feature on a new Outer Richmond District business, Ocean Beach Barra Brothers Jiu-Jitsu. Started in late 2009, the dojo is run by Jiu-Jitsu black belt and former US open champion Carlos… Continue Reading
The Richmond’s favorite mini oasis, Muriel Leff Park on 7th Avenue, needs some helping hands on January 16 to give it a fresh paint job. The SFNPC is looking for 6-8 volunteers to help paint and repair some of the… Continue Reading
Whether you’re into surfing, walking, running or biking out at Ocean Beach, you’ll be interested in a new local website, Ocean Beach – Kelly’s Cove. Started by west side resident Hugh Bosely, the site offers visitors a real-time, snapshot view… Continue Reading
Me thinks someone’s “I will start surfing!” New Year’s resolution may have gone awry… According to our friends over at SFAppeal, the SF Fire Department had to rescue a surfer who was stranded on the rocks near the Cliff House… Continue Reading
As a kid, I used to take ski trips with a recreation group. My parents would drop me off at the meeting point, go about their weekend business, and pick me back up when the bus returned, sometimes in the… Continue Reading