Upcoming Events
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5/1 Queer Restoration with Golden Gate Parks Conservancy
Friday, May 1st, 2026. 10:00am to 1:00pm.
Join us and our friends at the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy at Mori Point! This preserve is known for it's spring superblooms, views of the rugged coastline, and rare wildlife species. Join us for a morning getting to know each other, bonding outdoors, and taking care of the land. Activities may include weeding, mulching, or watering.
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5/17 Queer Hike at St Josephs Hill
Sunday, May 17th, 2026. 8:30am to 11:30am.
Join other members of our queer community for a hike through wildflowers and manzanitas in the Santa Cruz Mountains! From expansive views to unique native plants, this hike will feature a special look at the flora and fauna of the Santa Cruz Mountains. This activity will require hiking on uneven dirt trails with moderately strenous terrain. Participants can expect to hike up to 4 miles, and gain 666 ft of elevation.
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6/8 Bats, Bugs, and Birds: Queer Sunset Hike at Bear Creek Redwoods
Monday, June 8th, 2026. 5:30pm to 8:00pm.
Join other members of our queer community for a hike to watch the forest transition from day to night. The hike will feature the winged creatures of the redwoods, including unique species of bats and their habitat. Participants can expect to walk up to three miles on hilly uneven terrain, with various levels of daylight.
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7/16-19 Queer CampOUT: Tahoe National Forest
Thurs July 16th - Sun July 19th, 2026.
Branching Out Adventures is hosting the 6th annual Queer CampOUT at Wild Plum Campground in Sierra City, CA. Attending this event means a weekend of queer community, thoughtful conversation, romping around the woods, and celebrating queer joy! The weekend will include activities like hiking, yoga, river exploration, games, open mic night, and celebrating the joy that is being queer outside!
Recent Events
Fungus Foray at Foothills Nature Preserve with Grassroots Ecology
Queer Halloween Night Hike at Monte Bello Preserve
Elephant Seal Tour at Año Nuevo
Queer Tide Pooling at Carmet Beach
Queer CampOUT in Tahoe National Forest
Queer Birding at Ravenswood Preserve