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Here we present a comprehensive calendar of events and activities involving our region's waterfronts. The calendar project is led by Waterfront Action in collaboration with East Bay Regional Park District, Jack London Aquatic Center, Save the Bay, Port of Oakland, City of Alameda and City of Oakland.

Note that the 2010 calendar is under continuous development. Each month, many more events will have been scheduled by our region's organizations, so please check back for more waterfront opportunities!

Submissions: The calendar gives small organizations an opportunity to promote waterfront events at no cost, and it is updated periodically as the year's schedule develops. Please send requests for event postings to .

Please include title, description, date and time, fee or free, and contact information (phone & URL).

Calendar Contents

Ongoing | February | March | April | May | June | July
August | September | October | November | December

Ongoing Weekly Events and Activities

Sat 10AM-4PM Sun 10AM-4PM	Oakland Artisan's Marketplace at the marina Jack London Square hosts local artists. Free.
Sun 9AM-2PM	Pacific Coast Farmer's Market Jack London Square Fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods. Free. More>
Thu 11AM-1PM Sat 11AM-1PM	History Cruise on the USS Potomac Join the historic presidential yacht for a narrated bay cruise with docent, May-Oct only. $$. Info:510-627-1215 More>
Wed 10:30-2:30 Fri 10:30-2:30 Sun 12-4PM	Dockside Tours of the USS Potomac Docent-led 45-minute tour. $$. Info:510-627-1215 More>
Sat mornings	Sausal Creek Restoration Activities, Free. (Most Saturdays) Info: 510-387-9744 More>
Sat 1:30PM-4PM	Sausal Creek Nursery Activities, Free. (Most Saturdays) Info: 510-387-9744 More>
Sat 10AM Tue 10:30AM	Lake Merritt Cleaning by Volunteers Tues: 10:30 AM, Sat 10 AM. Free. Info: (510) 238-2290 More>
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Scheduled Events and Activities:

January 2010

Jan	Ongoing weekly events.
Jan (Ongoing)	Child and Youth Programs at Crab Cove. East Bay Regional Parks offers a wide range of programs led by naturalists or interpretive staff. Free or modest fee. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, select Crab Cove Visitor Center Naturalist Programs on this page>
Jan 2	Birding on the Bay @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 9AM-10:30AM. Join a naturalist for a shoreline birdwalk. Rain cancels. Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-272-4802 For more, see p. 9 of Jan-Feb10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
Jan 9	Native Plant Nursery Workday @ MLK Shoreline 9AM-12PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Join this wetlands planting workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
Jan 10	Friends of the Alameda Wildlife Refuge Work Party 9AM @ Refuge main gate. Free. Info: 510-843-2222 More>
Jan 10	Midwinter Regatta #2 @ Lake Merritt Sailboat races begin about 11AM. Sponsored by Lake Merritt Sailing Club. Viewing is Free. Info: 510-452-4477 More>
Jan 12	Tuesdays for the Birds @ MLK Shoreline Shoreline Ctr. 7:30AM-9:30AM. A tranquil parklands bird walk. All levels of birding experience welcome. Please call to get specific meeting location. East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-544-3265 For more, see p. 13 of Jan-Feb10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
Jan 15	USS Hornet Family Overnight Experience Enjoy the ultimate family experience by spending the night onboard the aircraft carrier USS Hornet. Tour the ship at night, hear fascinating sea stories, sleep in the bunks, have fun learning about history. $$. Info: 510-521-8448x280 More>
Jan 16-17	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Jan 18	Marsh Restoration @ MLK Shoreline. 9AM-Noon Help plant natives and weed out invasives. Golden Gate Audubon Society activity. Free. Info: 510-843-2222 More>
Jan 18	Second Annual Day of Service @ MLK Shoreline. 8:30AM-Noon Help restore MLK grove and Damon Marsh by cleaning up the area and removing invasive, non-native plants. East Bay Regional Parks activity. Free, but Registration required. Info: 888-327-2757 option 2,3 For more, see p. 10 of Jan-Feb10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
Jan 22	USS Hornet History Mystery After Hours Tour Go deep into HORNET where you will also hear the stories behind her legendary haunts. $$. Info: 510-521-8448x282 More>
Jan 23	Disney Day @ MLK Shoreline 9AM-12PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Join this wetlands planting workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
Jan 24	Sunday Stroll @ MLK Shoreline Shoreline, Arrowhead Marsh. 10AM-Noon. Two-four mile nature hikes for families. East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-544-3187 For more, see p. 14 of Jan-Feb10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
Jan 24	Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 4th Sunday Race 9AM $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>
Jan 30	Benthic Bonanza @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 11:30AM-12:30PM. Study the creatures from the bottom of the bay. Suitable for children and adults. Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-272-4802 For more, see p. 9 of Jan-Feb10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
Jan 30	Dune Restoration @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 2PM-4PM. Gloves & snacks provided. Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 9 of Jan-Feb10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
Jan 30	Kayak Basics Class @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), 10AM, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
Jan 31	Sunday Stroll @ Crab Cove, Crown Beach. 10AM-Noon. Two-four mile nature hikes for families. East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-544-3187 For more, see p. 14 of Jan-Feb10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
Jan 31	Beginning Sea Kayaking (Class) @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), full day, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>

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February 2010

Feb	Ongoing weekly events.
Feb (Ongoing)	Child and Youth Programs at Crab Cove. East Bay Regional Parks offers a wide range of programs led by naturalists or interpretive staff. Free or modest fee. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, select Crab Cove Visitor Center Naturalist Programs on this page>
Feb 3	World Wetlands Day at MLK Shoreline 1PM-4PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Join this wetlands planting workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
Feb 6	Birding on the Bay @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 9AM-10:30AM. Join a naturalist for a shoreline birdwalk. Rain cancels. Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-272-4802 For more, see p. 9 of Jan-Feb10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
Feb 5-7	14th Annual San Francisco Bay Flyway Festival @ Mare Island and North Bay environs. Some events free, some $$. Info: 707-557-9816 More>
Feb 7	Kayak Basics Class @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), 10AM, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
Feb 13	Midwinter Regatta #3 @ Lake Merritt Sailboat races begin about 11AM. Sponsored by Lake Merritt Sailing Club. Viewing is Free. Info: 510-452-4477 More>
Feb 13-20	Tall Ship Hawaiian Chieftan Foot of Broadway, Jack London Square. The Hawaiian Chieftain will be at the dock. "Adventure Sail" excursions will be offered. $$. Info: 800-200-5239 More>
Feb 19	USS Hornet Family Overnight Experience Enjoy the ultimate family experience by spending the night onboard the aircraft carrier USS Hornet. Tour the ship at night, hear fascinating sea stories, sleep in the bunks, have fun learning about history. $$. Info: 510-521-8448x280 More>
Feb 20	Plant-a-Thon @ MLK Shoreline 9AM-12PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Join this wetlands planting workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
Feb 20	Beginning Sea Kayaking (Class) @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), full day, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
Feb 20-21	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Feb 20	USS Hornet Living Ship Day: Experience an aircraft carrier in action! Witness simulated flight operations! Also: Flashlight Tour: Visit special areas of the ship. 8:30AM $$. Info: 510-521-8448x282 More>
Feb 23	Tuesdays for the Birds @ MLK Shoreline Arrowhead Marsh. 7:30AM-9:30AM. A tranquil parklands bird walk. All levels of birding experience welcome. Please call to get specific meeting location. East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-544-3265 For more, see p. 13 of Jan-Feb10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
Feb 24	Lake Merritt & Lakeside Park Birding 9:30AM-12:00PM Golden Gate Audubon Society trip. Free. Info: 510-834-1066 More>
Feb 27	Kayak Basics Class @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), 10AM, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
Feb 28	32st Annual Lake Merritt Couples Relay 9AM Sponsored by Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders. $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>
Feb 28	Beginning Sea Kayaking (Class) @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), full day, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
Feb 28	Intro Sea Kayaking @ Jack London Aquatic Center, 9:00AM, minimum age 16 or adult companion, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>

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March 2010

March	Ongoing weekly events.
March (Ongoing)	Child and Youth Programs at Crab Cove. East Bay Regional Parks offers a wide range of programs led by naturalists or interpretive staff. Free or modest fee. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, select Crab Cove Visitor Center Naturalist Programs on this page>
March (ongoing)	Community & Youth Boating Program by Oakland Parks & Recreation. Youth sailing classes @ Lake Merritt. Youth catamaran, keelboat, windsurfing, & other sailing @ the estuary. Community classes include kayak, dragon-boats, whaleboats & tallship. $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
March 3	Native Planting Nursery Work Day at MLK Shoreline 1PM-4PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Join this wetlands planting workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
March 6	Beginning Sea Kayaking (Class) @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), full day, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
March 6	Volunteer Appreciation Day at MLK Shoreline 9AM-12PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Special event. Registration required! Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
March 7	Kayak Basics Class @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), 10AM, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
March 13	Birding on the Bay @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 9:00AM-10:30AM. Join a naturalist for a shoreline walk to view mudflat birds. Free. For more, see p. 12 of March-April10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
March 14	Friends of the Alameda Wildlife Refuge Work Party 9AM @ Refuge main gate. Free. Info: 510-843-2222 More>
March 14	Beginning Sea Kayaking (Class) @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), full day, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
March 14	Midwinter Regatta #4 @ Lake Merritt Sailboat races begin about 11AM. Sponsored by Lake Merritt Sailing Club. Viewing is Free. Info: 510-452-4477 More>
March 14	Native Plant Gardening @ Crab Cove 1 - 4:30PM. Join a project to re-plant the visitor center garden. Rain cancels. Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-272-4802 For more, see p. 10 of March-April10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
March 19	USS Hornet Family Overnight Experience Enjoy the ultimate family experience by spending the night onboard the aircraft carrier USS Hornet. Tour the ship at night, hear fascinating sea stories, sleep in the bunks, have fun learning about history. $$. Info: 510-521-8448x280 More>
March 20	Beginning Sea Kayaking (Class) @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), full day, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
March 20-21	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
March 20	USS Hornet Living Ship Day: Experience an aircraft carrier in action! Witness simulated flight operations! Also: Flashlight Tour: Visit special areas of the ship. 8:30AM $$. Info: 510-521-8448x282 More>
March 27	Kayak Basics Class @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), 10AM, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
March 27	Egg Scramble & Alameda Spring Fling 10AM-4PM. Annual egg hunt and family activities, 11:30AM Egg hunt begins. other activies throughout the afternoon. Crab Cove, Alameda. Free. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 10 of March-April10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
March 27	Dune Restoration @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 2-4PM. Learn about native dune plants while helping to restore the environment. Free. For more, see p. 12 of March-April10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
March 28	Beginning Sea Kayaking (Class) @ California Canoe & Kayak (Oakland Estuary), full day, min age 14. $$. Info: 510-893-7833 More>
March 28	Intro Sea Kayaking @ Jack London Aquatic Center, 9:00AM, minimum age 16 or adult companion, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
March 30	Tuesdays for the Birds at Lake Merritt, Rotary Nature Center. 7:30AM-9:30AM. A tranquil bird walk. All levels of birding experience welcome. Please call to get specific meeting location. East Bay Regional Parks. Free. For more, see p. 12 of March-April10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)

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April 2010

April	Ongoing weekly events.
April (Ongoing)	Child and Youth Programs at Crab Cove. East Bay Regional Parks offers a wide range of programs led by naturalists or interpretive staff. Free or modest fee. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, select Crab Cove Visitor Center Naturalist Programs on this page>
April (ongoing)	Community & Youth Boating Program by Oakland Parks & Recreation. Youth sailing classes @ Lake Merritt. Youth catamaran, keelboat, windsurfing, & other sailing @ the estuary. Community classes include kayak, dragon-boats, whaleboats & tallship. $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
April 3	Taste for Artisans @ Jack London Square. 5-11PM Food, music, contests, artisans selling handmade goodies. Fundraiser for Drawbridge children's arts program Free. More>
April 3	Springtime Weeding at MLK Shoreline 9AM-12PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Join this weeding workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
April 3	Birds on the Breakwater @ Crab Cove 1-2PM. A short bird walk. Free. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 10 of March-April10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
April 3	Birding on the Bay @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 9:00AM-10:30AM. Join a naturalist for a shoreline walk to view mudflat birds. Free. For more, see p. 10 of March-April10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
April 7	California Poppy Day at MLK Shoreline 1PM-3PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Help seed this native plant at a workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
April 9	Estuary Art Attack 6PM-9PM Oakland and Alameda estuary regions. Local art galleries open for special evening. Free. Info: 510-373-5454 Map of locations and more>
April 15-18	Strictly Sail Pacific Boat Show @ Jack London Square, Major sailboat show. 250+ exhibitors. $$. Info: 401-841-0900 More>
April 15-18	Pacific Powerboat Expo @ Jack London Square. Over 100 yachts and 150 trailer boats. $$. Info: 800-698-5777 More>
April 16	USS Hornet Family Overnight Experience Enjoy the ultimate family experience by spending the night onboard the aircraft carrier USS Hornet. Tour the ship at night, hear fascinating sea stories, sleep in the bunks, have fun learning about history. $$. Info: 510-521-8448x280 More>
April 17	USS Hornet Living Ship Day: Experience an aircraft carrier in action! Witness simulated flight operations! Also: Flashlight Tour: Visit special areas of the ship. 8:30AM $$. Info: 510-521-8448x282 More>
April 17	Earth Day Open House @ Crab Cove 10AM-4PM Activities and beach clean-up. Free. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 11 of March-April10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
April 17-18	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
April 17	Oakland Earth Day 9AM-Noon, Cleanup activities at several waterfront locations, including Lake Merritt, the Estuary, Sausal Creek, Arroyo Viejo Creek. Organized by City of Oakland Public Works. Free. Info: 510-238-7611 More>
April 11,13,15, 18,20,22	Adult Learn-to-Row @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Tue, Thu 6AM-7:30AM, Sat 8:30AM-10:30AM, minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
April 24	Spring Stroll @ Arrowhead Marsh, MLK Shoreline. 10AM-12PM. Stroll the marsh and learn its natural history. Free. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 14 of March-April10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
April 25	Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 4th Sunday Race 9AM $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>
April 25	Intro Sea Kayaking @ Jack London Aquatic Center, 9:00AM, minimum age 16 or adult companion, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>

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May 2010

May	Ongoing weekly events.
May (Ongoing)	Child and Youth Programs at Crab Cove. East Bay Regional Parks offers a wide range of programs led by naturalists or interpretive staff. Free or modest fee. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, select Crab Cove Visitor Center Naturalist Programs on this page>
May (ongoing)	Community & Youth Boating Program by Oakland Parks & Recreation. Youth sailing classes @ Lake Merritt. Youth catamaran, keelboat, windsurfing, & other sailing @ the estuary. Community classes include kayak, dragon-boats, whaleboats & tallship. $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
May 1	Celebrate May Day at MLK Shoreline 9AM-12PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Join this weeding workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
May 5	Cinco De Mayo at Save The Bay’s Native Plant Nursery. 1PM-4PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Join this wetlands weeding workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
May 8	Walking Tour of Jack London Waterfront 10AM The images of author Jack London will surround you as you tour the historic square and waterfront. Visit a turn-of-the-century wholesale produce district still in operation and see the restored yacht of President Roosevelt. Free. Call for Reservations: 510-238-3234 More>
May 9	Intro Sea Kayaking @ Jack London Aquatic Center, 9:00AM, minimum age 16 or adult companion, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
May 9	Mother's Day Cruise on the Potomac 11:30AM - 2:30PM. Jack London Sq. Cruise on the San Francisco Bay includes brunch and mimosas. $$. Info: 510-627-1215 More>
May 14	Concert at the Cove. Crab Cove Visitor Center. 5:30-7:30PM. Great music, family activities. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Food & beverages available for purchase. Sponsored by West Alameda Business Assoc & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-523-5955 More>
May 14	Estuary Art Attack 6PM-9PM Oakland and Alameda estuary regions. Local art galleries open for special evening. Free. Info: 510-373-5454 Map of locations and more>
May 15	USS Hornet Living Ship Day: Experience an aircraft carrier in action! Witness simulated flight operations! Also: Flashlight Tour: Visit special areas of the ship. 8:30AM $$. Info: 510-521-8448x282 More>
May 15	The Pullman Porters of West Oakland @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 11:30AM-12:30PM. Learn about the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and West Oakland's rich African-American heritage. Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 10 of May-Jun10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
May 15	Native Plant Gardening @ Crab Cove 3-5PM. Help with plantings around the Visitor Center Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 10 of May-Jun10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
May 15-16	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
May 16,18,20, 23,25,27	Adult Learn-to-Row @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Tue, Thu 6AM-7:30AM, Sat 8:30AM-10:30AM, minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
May 17	WETA Welcomes Taurus @ Jack London Square Ferry Terminal, Time TBA, Celebrate the arrival of Taurus, WETA's newest ferry. Christening, tour, rides. Free. Info: 415-291-3377 More>
May 21	USS Hornet Family Overnight Experience Enjoy the ultimate family experience by spending the night onboard the aircraft carrier USS Hornet. Tour the ship at night, hear fascinating sea stories, sleep in the bunks, have fun learning about history. $$. Info: 510-521-8448x280 More>
May 23	Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 4th Sunday Race 9AM $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>
May 23	Bike Parade to the Bay @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 2-4PM. Ride with a naturalist from West Oakland BART to Middle Harbor. Free. Info: 272-4802 For more, see p. 5 of May-Jun10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
May 23	Sunday Stroll @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 10AM-Noon. Stoll the shoreline with a naturalist and discuss the history and habitats of the park. Free. Info: 272-4802 For more, see p. 12 of May-Jun10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
May 29	Birding on the Bay @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 9AM-10:30AM. Join a naturalist for a shoreline birdwalk. Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-272-4802 For more, see p. 10 of May-Jun10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
May 29	Dune Restoration @ Middle Harbor Shoreline 2-4PM. Learn about dune plants while helping to remove invasive species. Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-272-4802 For more, see p. 10 of May-Jun10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
May 31	Family Fun Memorial Day @ Crab Cove 10AM-4PM Nature activities & beach exploration. Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 10 of May-Jun10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)

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June 2010

June	Ongoing weekly events.
June (ongoing)	Community & Youth Boating Program by Oakland Parks & Recreation. Youth sailing classes @ Lake Merritt. Youth catamaran, keelboat, windsurfing, & other sailing @ the estuary. Community classes include kayak, dragon-boats, whaleboats & tallship. $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
June (Ongoing)	Child and Youth Programs at Crab Cove. East Bay Regional Parks offers a wide range of programs led by naturalists or interpretive staff. Free or modest fee. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, select Crab Cove Visitor Center Naturalist Programs on this page>
June (ongoing)	Adult Sailing Classes by Oakland Parks & Recreation. Offerings include dinghy, Laser, keelboat, racing, coastal cruising & navigation. $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
June (ongoing)	Summer Youth Rowing @ Lake Merritt Morning or afternoon schedules. Lake Merritt Rowing Club. Ages 12-18. Must be able to swim. $$. Info: 510-273-9041 More>
June 2	Wednesday Workday Wednesday at MLK Shoreline 1PM-4PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Join this wetlands planting workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
June 9	Walking Tour of Jack London Waterfront 10AM The images of author Jack London will surround you as you tour the historic square and waterfront. Visit a turn-of-the-century wholesale produce district still in operation and see the restored yacht of President Roosevelt. Free. Call for Reservations: 510-238-3234 More>
June 11	Estuary Art Attack 6PM-9PM Oakland and Alameda estuary regions. Local art galleries open for special evening. Free. Info: 510-373-5454 Map of locations and more>
June 11	Concert at the Cove. Crab Cove Visitor Center. 5:30-7:30PM. Great music, family activities. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Food & beverages available for purchase. Sponsored by West Alameda Business Assoc & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-523-5955 More>
June 12	New Moon Weeding at MLK Shoreline 9AM-12PM Martin Luther King Shoreline. Join this weeding workday organized by Save the Bay & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-452-9261x119 More>
June 12	Native Plant Gardening @ Crab Cove 3-5PM. Help with plantings around the Visitor Center Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 10 of May-Jun10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
June 12	2nd Saturday Sailing Club @ Lake Merritt 1PM Oakland Parks & Recreation. Want to go sailing, but have forgotten a few things? The Second Saturday Sailing Coach will share tips, run drills to improve your skills. Age 10+ $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
June 19	Annual Sand Castle Competition 9AM-1PM. Robert Crown Memorial State Beach, Alameda. Sponsored by East Bay Regional Park District, Bay View Women's Club & Alameda Parks & Recreation. Noon judging. Spectators Free. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 10 of May-Jun10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
June 19	Return of the Terns @ Crab Cove 11AM, noon, or 1PM. Wildlife biologist-led tri using special bus "blind". Sponsored by East Bay Regional Parks. $$. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, see p. 10 of May-Jun10 Regional in Nature Program Guide> (pdf)
June 19-20	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
June 20	USS Hornet Living Ship Day: Experience an aircraft carrier in action! Witness simulated flight operations! Also: Flashlight Tour: Visit special areas of the ship. 8:30AM $$. Info: 510-521-8448x282 More>
June 20,22,24, 27,29, July 1	Adult Learn-to-Row @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Tue, Thu 6AM-7:30AM, Sat 8:30AM-10:30AM, minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
June 25	Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 4th Sunday Race 9AM $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>
June 27	Intro Sea Kayaking @ Jack London Aquatic Center, 9:00AM, minimum age 16 or adult companion, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>

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July 2010

July	Ongoing weekly events.
July (ongoing)	Community & Youth Boating Program by Oakland Parks & Recreation. Youth sailing classes @ Lake Merritt. Youth catamaran, keelboat, windsurfing, & other sailing @ the estuary. Community classes include kayak, dragon-boats, whaleboats & tallship. $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
July (Ongoing)	Child and Youth Programs at Crab Cove. East Bay Regional Parks offers a wide range of programs led by naturalists or interpretive staff. Free or modest fee. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, select Crab Cove Visitor Center Naturalist Programs on this page>
July (ongoing)	Adult Sailing Classes by Oakland Parks & Recreation. Offerings include dinghy, Laser, keelboat, racing, coastal cruising & navigation. $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
July (ongoing)	Summer Youth Rowing @ Lake Merritt Morning or afternoon schedules. Lake Merritt Rowing Club. Ages 12-18. Must be able to swim. $$. Info: 510-273-9041 More>
July 3	Walking Tour of Jack London Waterfront 10AM The images of author Jack London will surround you as you tour the historic square and waterfront. Visit a turn-of-the-century wholesale produce district still in operation and see the restored yacht of President Roosevelt. Free. Call for Reservations: 510-238-3234 More>
July 9	Concert at the Cove. Crab Cove Visitor Center. 5:30-7:30PM. Great music, family activities. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Food & beverages available for purchase. Sponsored by West Alameda Business Assoc & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-523-5955 More>
July 9	Estuary Art Attack 6PM-9PM Oakland and Alameda estuary regions. Local art galleries open for special evening. Free. Info: 510-373-5454 Map of locations and more>
July 10	2nd Saturday Sailing Club @ Lake Merritt 1PM Oakland Parks & Recreation. Want to go sailing, but have forgotten a few things? The Second Saturday Sailing Coach will share tips, run drills to improve your skills. Age 10+ $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
July 11	US Rowing Southwest Masters Regatta @ Lake Merritt Viewing is free. Info: 510273-9041 More> and More>
July 17-18	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
July 24	USS Hornet Living Ship Day: Experience an aircraft carrier in action! Witness simulated flight operations! Also: Flashlight Tour: Visit special areas of the ship. 8:30AM $$. Info: 510-521-8448x282 More>
July 25	Intro Sea Kayaking @ Jack London Aquatic Center, 9:00AM, minimum age 16 or adult companion, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
July 25	Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 4th Sunday Race 9AM $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>

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August 2010

Aug	Ongoing weekly events.
Aug (ongoing)	Community & Youth Boating Program by Oakland Parks & Recreation. Youth sailing classes @ Lake Merritt. Youth catamaran, keelboat, windsurfing, & other sailing @ the estuary. Community classes include kayak, dragon-boats, whaleboats & tallship. $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
Aug (Ongoing)	Child and Youth Programs at Crab Cove. East Bay Regional Parks offers a wide range of programs led by naturalists or interpretive staff. Free or modest fee. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, select Crab Cove Visitor Center Naturalist Programs on this page>
Aug 4	Walking Tour of Jack London Waterfront 10AM The images of author Jack London will surround you as you tour the historic square and waterfront. Visit a turn-of-the-century wholesale produce district still in operation and see the restored yacht of President Roosevelt. Free. Call for Reservations: 510-238-3234 More>
Aug 13	Concert at the Cove. Crab Cove Visitor Center. 5:30-7:30PM. Great music, family activities. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Food & beverages available for purchase. Sponsored by West Alameda Business Assoc & East Bay Regional Parks. Free. Info: 510-523-5955 More>
Aug 13	Estuary Art Attack 6PM-9PM Oakland and Alameda estuary regions. Local art galleries open for special evening. Free. Info: 510-373-5454 Map of locations and more>
Aug 14	2nd Saturday Sailing Club @ Lake Merritt 1PM Oakland Parks & Recreation. Want to go sailing, but have forgotten a few things? The Second Saturday Sailing Coach will share tips, run drills to improve your skills. Age 10+ $$. Info: 510-238-2196 Details at this page - choose category "Boating" General info>
Aug 15,17,19 22,24,26	Adult Learn-to-Row @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Tue, Thu 6AM-7:30AM, Sat 8:30AM-10:30AM, minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Aug 21-22	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Aug 22	Time is on Your Side Race 9AM Sponsored by Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders. $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>
Aug 28	Walking Tour of Jack London Waterfront 10AM The images of author Jack London will surround you as you tour the historic square and waterfront. Visit a turn-of-the-century wholesale produce district still in operation and see the restored yacht of President Roosevelt. Free. Call for Reservations: 510-238-3234 More>
Aug 29	Intro Sea Kayaking @ Jack London Aquatic Center, 9:00AM, minimum age 16 or adult companion, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>

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September 2010

Sep	Ongoing weekly events.
Sep (Ongoing)	Child and Youth Programs at Crab Cove. East Bay Regional Parks offers a wide range of programs led by naturalists or interpretive staff. Free or modest fee. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, select Crab Cove Visitor Center Naturalist Programs on this page>
Sep 10	Estuary Art Attack 6PM-9PM Oakland and Alameda estuary regions. Local art galleries open for special evening. Free. Info: 510-373-5454 Map of locations and more>
Sep 18-19	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Sep 19,21,23 26,28,30	Adult Learn-to-Row @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Tue, Thu 6AM-7:30AM, Sat 8:30AM-10:30AM, minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Sep 18	Coastal Cleanup Day @ Alameda waterfront, 9AM-Noon. Help keep our beaches clean, and then celebrate at the After Party. Free. Info: 510-749-5840 More>
Sep 26	Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 4th Sunday Race 9AM $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>
Sep 28	Intro Sea Kayaking @ Jack London Aquatic Center, 9:00AM, minimum age 16 or adult companion, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Sep 29	Walking Tour of Jack London Waterfront 10AM The images of author Jack London will surround you as you tour the historic square and waterfront. Visit a turn-of-the-century wholesale produce district still in operation and see the restored yacht of President Roosevelt. Free. Call for Reservations: 510-238-3234 More>

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October 2010

Oct	Ongoing weekly events.
Oct (Ongoing)	Child and Youth Programs at Crab Cove. East Bay Regional Parks offers a wide range of programs led by naturalists or interpretive staff. Free or modest fee. Info: 888-327-2757 For more, select Crab Cove Visitor Center Naturalist Programs on this page>
Oct 9-10	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Oct 10	Intro Sea Kayaking @ Jack London Aquatic Center, 9:00AM, minimum age 16 or adult companion, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Oct 17,19,21 24,26,28	Adult Learn-to-Row @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Tue, Thu 6AM-7:30AM, Sat 8:30AM-10:30AM, minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Oct 23	Walking Tour of Jack London Waterfront 10AM The images of author Jack London will surround you as you tour the historic square and waterfront. Visit a turn-of-the-century wholesale produce district still in operation and see the restored yacht of President Roosevelt. Free. Call for Reservations: 510-238-3234 More>
Oct 24	Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 4th Sunday Race 9AM $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>

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November 2010

Nov	Ongoing weekly events.
Nov 6-7	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Nov 14	Intro Sea Kayaking @ Jack London Aquatic Center, 9:00AM, minimum age 16 or adult companion, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Nov 22	Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 4th Sunday Race 9AM $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>

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December 2010

Dec	Ongoing weekly events.
Dec 11-12	Single Sculling @ Jack London Aquatic Center, Sat & Sun Time TBA Learn the basics of single sculling in Maas Aeros. Minimum age 16, must be able to swim, no experience necessary. $$. Info: 510-208-6060 More>
Dec 26	Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 4th Sunday Race 9AM $$. (viewing is free) Info: 510-644-4224 More>

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