Media Contacts:Dave MasonPublic Information SupervisorEmail: mediainquiries@ebparks.orgPhone: (510) 409-7509All News Image August 30, 2019Labor Day Tips for Regional Park Visitors Labor Day is typically one of the busiest days of the year in Regional Parks with some of our more popular parks and swim areas expected to reach capacity by mid-morning. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and carpool. Image August 16, 2019Park District Issues 10-Year Report on Measure WW Local Grant Program $117M Invested in Local Park and Recreation Projects Oakland, CA – The East Bay Regional Park District, consistent with its tradition of strong fiscal management and transparency, has published a 10-year report on its Measure WW local grant program. Image August 1, 2019Wildlife Warriors Park District Stewardship Department Working to Protect Local Wildlife Image July 26, 2019Park District Receives Land from U.S. Navy for Regional Park at Concord Naval Weapons Station A formal signing ceremony took place Saturday, July 13 at the former Concord Naval Weapons Station to celebrate the transfer of 2,216 acres to the East Bay Regional Park District for a future Regional Park. Image July 1, 2019Protect Your Home – Ten Things To Do Now 7/1/2019 Most of Dawn and Sean Herr’s neighborhood in Paradise, Calif., burned to the ground last November during the Camp Fire, the most destructive fire in state history. But the Herr house survived. One thing that helped: The Herrs had made sure to create what’s called defensible space… Image July 1, 2019Staying Ready for Wildfires The statistics are sobering. Image July 1, 2019Park District’s Regional Trails a Model for the Nation 7/1/2019 Thanks to the foresight of former East Bay Regional Park District board members, staff, and trail enthusiasts, the Park District has an extensive network of over 200 miles of regional trails. Image June 28, 2019Celebrate 85 Years of East Bay Regional Parks The East Bay Regional Park District celebrates its 85th anniversary in 2019. What better time to visit some of the San Francisco Bay Area’s most beautiful parks and open spaces? Image June 18, 2019Urgent Warnings to Park Users About Water Safety In light of two recent drownings this week in non-lifeguarded areas at Lake Del Valle Regional Recreation Area in Livermore, the East Bay Regional Park District is again urging visitors to learn how to be water safe if you’re planning to go swimming or boating in a regional lake or water… Image June 15, 2019Bay Area’s Farming Past Comes Alive Each year the Park District’s historic farms–Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont and Little Farm in Tilden Regional Park–provide thousands of school children and adults with a look at the Bay Area’s farming past and an understanding of where food comes from. Image May 17, 2019Enjoy the Park District's Swimming Facilities While Staying Safe in the Water The sun is out, the weather is warming up, and by Memorial Day Weekend all of the East Bay Regional Park District's swimming facilities will be open for the season. While families look forward to spending leisurely days playing in the water, it's important to remember that water can present dangers… Image April 22, 2019Camp Arroyo Welcomes New Camp Operator United Camps, Conferences, and Retreats (UCCR) has been selected as the new camp operator at Camp Arroyo, East Bay Regional Park District’s environmental education youth camp serving fifth and sixth-grade students during the school year. UCCR replaces the YMCA of the East Bay who notified the Park… Image April 15, 2019Building Purchased by Park District to Serve as New Public Safety Headquarters, Meet Growing Administrative Needs On March 29, The East Bay Regional Park District closed escrow on a newly acquired building at 2955 Peralta Oaks Court in Oakland directly across from the District’s current administrative headquarters. The Park District’s Board of Directors approved the purchase of the 4-acre property at its… Image March 29, 2019Park District Announces 85th Anniversary Special Events, Free Park Fridays To celebrate the East Bay Regional Park District’s 85th Anniversary, the Park District has planned a number of special events and programs, including FREE park Fridays, FREE Concerts in the Parks, and a FREE multicultural festival. Image February 6, 2019Park District Announces 2019 Board of Directors Officers The East Bay Regional Park District Board of Directors has inducted new leaders for 2019. Ayn Wieskamp of Livermore will serve as president; Ellen Corbett of San Leandro will serve as vice president; Dee Rosario of Oakland will serve as treasurer, and Colin Coffey of Hercules will serve as… Image December 20, 2018Where Do They Go? What Wildlife Is Up to During the Winter Not every creature hibernates. Believe it or not, some East Bay wildlife become even more active and visible when the winter chill settles in. That is usually because their seasonal mating and reproductive cycles occur only in the winter and fall. Image December 20, 2018Bay Area’s Redwood Past The East Bay Regional Park District and Save the Redwoods League unveiled the Old Growth Redwood Heritage Viewing Deck and Interpretive Exhibit at Roberts Regional Recreation Area this past Saturday, celebrating its dedication with redwood lovers from around the Bay Area. Image December 19, 2018Looking for A Gift Idea for The Holidays? Give the Gift of Regional Parks Membership Regional Parks Foundation memberships are a great gift for any nature lover. Memberships provide easy access to the Park District’s 73 Regional Parks on 121,000 acres of open space, 55 miles of shoreline, and 1,250 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and nature learning. Image November 27, 2018Nature Pavilion Coming Soon to Shadow Cliffs Plans have been approved and finalized for a new 1,000 square foot outdoor interpretive pavilion at Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area in Pleasanton – complete with educational exhibits highlighting the natural and cultural history of the park, as well as the recreational opportunities… Image November 27, 2018Aileen Theile Named East Bay Regional Park District Fire Chief Oakland, CA – On October 27, 2018, Aileen Theile was appointed the new Fire Chief of the East Bay Regional Park District. Theile had been serving as Acting Fire Chief since March 22, 2018. Pagination First page « First Previous page Previous … Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Current page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Next page Next Last page Last »
Image August 30, 2019Labor Day Tips for Regional Park Visitors Labor Day is typically one of the busiest days of the year in Regional Parks with some of our more popular parks and swim areas expected to reach capacity by mid-morning. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and carpool.
Image August 16, 2019Park District Issues 10-Year Report on Measure WW Local Grant Program $117M Invested in Local Park and Recreation Projects Oakland, CA – The East Bay Regional Park District, consistent with its tradition of strong fiscal management and transparency, has published a 10-year report on its Measure WW local grant program.
Image August 1, 2019Wildlife Warriors Park District Stewardship Department Working to Protect Local Wildlife
Image July 26, 2019Park District Receives Land from U.S. Navy for Regional Park at Concord Naval Weapons Station A formal signing ceremony took place Saturday, July 13 at the former Concord Naval Weapons Station to celebrate the transfer of 2,216 acres to the East Bay Regional Park District for a future Regional Park.
Image July 1, 2019Protect Your Home – Ten Things To Do Now 7/1/2019 Most of Dawn and Sean Herr’s neighborhood in Paradise, Calif., burned to the ground last November during the Camp Fire, the most destructive fire in state history. But the Herr house survived. One thing that helped: The Herrs had made sure to create what’s called defensible space…
Image July 1, 2019Park District’s Regional Trails a Model for the Nation 7/1/2019 Thanks to the foresight of former East Bay Regional Park District board members, staff, and trail enthusiasts, the Park District has an extensive network of over 200 miles of regional trails.
Image June 28, 2019Celebrate 85 Years of East Bay Regional Parks The East Bay Regional Park District celebrates its 85th anniversary in 2019. What better time to visit some of the San Francisco Bay Area’s most beautiful parks and open spaces?
Image June 18, 2019Urgent Warnings to Park Users About Water Safety In light of two recent drownings this week in non-lifeguarded areas at Lake Del Valle Regional Recreation Area in Livermore, the East Bay Regional Park District is again urging visitors to learn how to be water safe if you’re planning to go swimming or boating in a regional lake or water…
Image June 15, 2019Bay Area’s Farming Past Comes Alive Each year the Park District’s historic farms–Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont and Little Farm in Tilden Regional Park–provide thousands of school children and adults with a look at the Bay Area’s farming past and an understanding of where food comes from.
Image May 17, 2019Enjoy the Park District's Swimming Facilities While Staying Safe in the Water The sun is out, the weather is warming up, and by Memorial Day Weekend all of the East Bay Regional Park District's swimming facilities will be open for the season. While families look forward to spending leisurely days playing in the water, it's important to remember that water can present dangers…
Image April 22, 2019Camp Arroyo Welcomes New Camp Operator United Camps, Conferences, and Retreats (UCCR) has been selected as the new camp operator at Camp Arroyo, East Bay Regional Park District’s environmental education youth camp serving fifth and sixth-grade students during the school year. UCCR replaces the YMCA of the East Bay who notified the Park…
Image April 15, 2019Building Purchased by Park District to Serve as New Public Safety Headquarters, Meet Growing Administrative Needs On March 29, The East Bay Regional Park District closed escrow on a newly acquired building at 2955 Peralta Oaks Court in Oakland directly across from the District’s current administrative headquarters. The Park District’s Board of Directors approved the purchase of the 4-acre property at its…
Image March 29, 2019Park District Announces 85th Anniversary Special Events, Free Park Fridays To celebrate the East Bay Regional Park District’s 85th Anniversary, the Park District has planned a number of special events and programs, including FREE park Fridays, FREE Concerts in the Parks, and a FREE multicultural festival.
Image February 6, 2019Park District Announces 2019 Board of Directors Officers The East Bay Regional Park District Board of Directors has inducted new leaders for 2019. Ayn Wieskamp of Livermore will serve as president; Ellen Corbett of San Leandro will serve as vice president; Dee Rosario of Oakland will serve as treasurer, and Colin Coffey of Hercules will serve as…
Image December 20, 2018Where Do They Go? What Wildlife Is Up to During the Winter Not every creature hibernates. Believe it or not, some East Bay wildlife become even more active and visible when the winter chill settles in. That is usually because their seasonal mating and reproductive cycles occur only in the winter and fall.
Image December 20, 2018Bay Area’s Redwood Past The East Bay Regional Park District and Save the Redwoods League unveiled the Old Growth Redwood Heritage Viewing Deck and Interpretive Exhibit at Roberts Regional Recreation Area this past Saturday, celebrating its dedication with redwood lovers from around the Bay Area.
Image December 19, 2018Looking for A Gift Idea for The Holidays? Give the Gift of Regional Parks Membership Regional Parks Foundation memberships are a great gift for any nature lover. Memberships provide easy access to the Park District’s 73 Regional Parks on 121,000 acres of open space, 55 miles of shoreline, and 1,250 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and nature learning.
Image November 27, 2018Nature Pavilion Coming Soon to Shadow Cliffs Plans have been approved and finalized for a new 1,000 square foot outdoor interpretive pavilion at Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area in Pleasanton – complete with educational exhibits highlighting the natural and cultural history of the park, as well as the recreational opportunities…
Image November 27, 2018Aileen Theile Named East Bay Regional Park District Fire Chief Oakland, CA – On October 27, 2018, Aileen Theile was appointed the new Fire Chief of the East Bay Regional Park District. Theile had been serving as Acting Fire Chief since March 22, 2018.
