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Private tour in San Francisco James A
San Francisco Nature Walk
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Welcome to beautiful San Francisco, the shining emerald city by the bay. As someone who leads Bay Area walks in a plethora of habitats, I love sharing the very best experiences with guests. I'm a Certified Master Interpreter with the National Park Service, and former Federal Ranger/Biologist with the US Fish and Wildlife Service, with decades of experience as a Volunteer and Education Coordinator; my training, enthusiasm, and unique wildlife and historical experience sets me apart. My guests comment on my extensive knowledge, sense of humor, and love of leading tours. I lead guests to local parks like Muir Woods, and also far afield like the mountains, coastline, and deserts. In my free time, I enjoy singing, hiking, and studying creatures from the ancient past. I'm also a lecturer and teacher, with an MS in Mass Communication from Boston University, and a BA in World Arts and Cultures from UCLA.
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Discover the remarkable and unique plants and animals of San Francisco Bay and Beyond with me!
Overview of your San Francisco tour
Walk in Mediterranean-climate habitats with rare creatures only found on the California Coast. Explore dunes and coastal scrub, and Live Oak forest where critters depend on acorns. Join a former park ranger who will guide you through these natural wonderlands and can show you fun insights others miss. I love every moment in these incredible habitats, and I think you will too. Did you hear that bird? I can tell you what it is by its call, and why it's calling. Is it okay to smell this plant? I can tell you if it's aromatic sage or itchy poison oak. Open up your world to the other 8.7 million species we share our planet with. Open your world to the 8.7 million species we share this planet with. Relax with birding, wildlife viewing, and more. Customized trips let you choose your ideal destination. Immerse yourself in nature with a fun ranger/biologist who has studied, and often handled, these remarkable creatures.
Your San Francisco tour itinerary
Most trips run 3 hours. -- Meet at the time of your choice and predetermined location. The Default Location is at The Warming Hut. -- We explore the wildlife in the vicinity; in this case, Chrissy Field and Lagoon. -- We will stroll about to see as many native plants and animals as possible, only covering about 2 miles on easy terrain. -- Trip ends at your stated destination, or back at the Warming Hut in the usual case. -- These tours do not include a stop for a meal, so bring easy snacks and water or a drink. However, please notify me to factor in a meal if you desire. -- Trips with further destinations can run longer; even all day or overnight with camping/lodging.
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Type: Walking
Most visitors meet me at a designated location that we previously agreed upon based on your interests. Some visitors list me as a second driver and have me drive them to the park.
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Warming Hut Park Store, 983 Marine Drive, San Francisco, CA, USA
Meet at The Warming Hut at Crissy Field, 983 Marine Dr. San Francisco, CA 94129
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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