SF Children & Nature

Help Nature Thrive in the Presidio!
2028-08-19 09:00 - 12:00, 2028-08-26 09:00 - 12:00, 2028-09-02 09:00 - 12:00, 2028-09-09 09:00 - 12:00, 2028-09-16 09:00 - 12:00, 2028-09-23 09:00 - 12:00, 2028-09-30 09:00 - 12:00, 2028-10-07 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Presidio Visitor Center, Lincoln Boulevard 210, San Francisco, CA, 94129, United States
Join the Presidio Habitat Stewards to help care for San Francisco’s natural areas. Activities may include planting, watering, weeding, and mulching to restore the park’s creeks, dunes, grasslands, and woodlands—while learning about the native plants and animals that call the Presidio home.
It’s a fun, educational way for families and nature lovers of all ages to make a difference!Meeting details will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
This is a cross-posted event. Check the original listing for updates and cancellations.
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Garden for the Environment Community Workdays
2028-08-19 10:00 - 15:00, 2028-08-26 10:00 - 15:00, 2028-09-02 10:00 - 15:00, 2028-09-09 10:00 - 15:00, 2028-09-16 10:00 - 15:00, 2028-09-23 10:00 - 15:00, 2028-09-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Garden For the Environment, 1590 7th Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94122, United States
Join Garden for the Environment and grow your gardening skills while building community in San Francisco’s public teaching garden! Volunteers are invited to spend time outdoors learning hands-on regenerative gardening practices while helping care for this vibrant neighborhood space. Community workdays take place every Wednesday and Saturday and may include composting, harvesting, planting, pruning, path maintenance, and seasonal garden care. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or trying it for the first time, it’s a welcoming opportunity for families and community members to connect with nature, learn sustainable practices, and help cultivate a greener city. Learn more and sign up to volunteer with Garden for the Environment.
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Alemany Farm Community Workdays
2028-08-20 13:00 - 17:00, 2028-08-27 13:00 - 17:00, 2028-09-03 13:00 - 17:00, 2028-09-10 13:00 - 17:00, 2028-09-17 13:00 - 17:00, 2028-09-24 13:00 - 17:00, 2028-10-01 13:00 - 17:00 | Alemany Farm, 700 Alemany Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
Join the community at Alemany Farm and get your hands in the soil at San Francisco’s largest urban farm! Whether you’re new to gardening or a longtime plant enthusiast, Alemany Farm welcomes volunteers of all ages to help grow food, care for native habitat, and strengthen local food access. Community workdays include planting, harvesting, composting, orchard care, greenhouse projects, and more—and volunteers often leave with fresh produce to take home. Individual volunteer days are typically held on Mondays and Saturdays, with dedicated native plant stewardship opportunities throughout the month. Come learn, connect, and experience a hidden green space in the city. Learn more and register to volunteer at Alemany Farm.
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Volunteer with Friends of Lafayette Park
2028-09-02 09:00 - 12:00, 2028-10-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Lafayette Park, Gough St & Washinton St, San Francisco, CA, 94109, United States
Join the Friends of Lafayette Park and help care for one of San Francisco’s beloved neighborhood parks! Nestled in Pacific Heights, Lafayette Park offers open green space, a playground, picnic areas, accessible pathways, and beautiful city views. Community members are invited to monthly Cleaning & Greening volunteer days to support planting, light gardening, and park beautification alongside neighbors and park staff. It’s a great way for families and community members to connect outdoors while helping keep this shared space vibrant for all.
This is a cross-posted event. Check the original listing for updates and cancellations.
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California State Parks Foundation
2028-09-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2028-10-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Candlestick Point State Recreation Area, 500 Hunters Point Expressway, San Francisco, CA, 94124, United States
Join California State Parks Foundation and make an impact at Candlestick Point State Recreation Area! Volunteer alongside community members to help restore and care for one of San Francisco’s most unique waterfront parks through hands-on stewardship activities. Opportunities may include removing invasive plants, preparing shoreline habitat, planting native species, and supporting climate resilience efforts that protect local wildlife and strengthen the park’s coastal ecosystem. It’s a meaningful way for families, youth, and volunteers to connect with nature while giving back to a beloved community space.
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Ocean Beach Clean-ups
2028-09-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Ocean Beach, 48th & Noriega, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Join the Golden Gate National Parks Volunteer Program and help care for San Francisco’s iconic coastline through Ocean Beach Clean-Ups! Community members, families, and volunteers are invited to make a direct impact by removing litter and marine debris while learning about coastal ecosystems and protecting wildlife habitat. These stewardship days are a great way to spend time outdoors, connect with others, and help keep Ocean Beach healthy and welcoming for everyone. Gloves, tools, and guidance are provided just bring layers, comfortable shoes, and a love for the outdoors.
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Surfrider Foundation San Francisco Chapter
2028-09-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2028-10-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Ocean Beach, 48th & Noriega, San Francisco, CA, 94117, United States
Join the Surfrider Foundation San Francisco Chapter and take action to protect our ocean, waves, and beaches! Through beach cleanups, stewardship events, and community volunteer opportunities, families and community members can make a direct impact while spending time outdoors together. Join a scheduled cleanup, participate in a restoration event, or support broader coastal advocacy efforts. Surfrider welcomes volunteers of all ages!
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Join Sutro Stewards for Volunteer Days
2028-09-16 08:45 - 12:30 | Mount Sutro
Join Sutro Stewards and spend your Saturday giving back to one of San Francisco’s most beautiful urban wildlands at Mount Sutro! Their Saturday Trail and Habitat Stewardship volunteer days offer hands-on work improving trails and restoring native habitat through activities like invasive species removal, trail maintenance, planting, and ecological restoration. Volunteers of all experience levels are welcome, and the work takes place alongside staff and community members in a supportive outdoor setting. It’s a meaningful way to connect with nature, learn about local ecosystems, and help care for this unique forest in the heart of the city.
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