CONSERVANCY COMMONS

Back by popular demand, we will be having a New Employee Orientation hosted by CEO Emeritus & Special Advisor, Greg Moore. This orientation is designed for new staff and gives an overview of the mission, history and work of the Parks Conservancy. Any staff who would like to attend for a refresher are also welcome. Supervisors, please encourage your staff to attend. This is a great opportunity to learn about our organization and also to meet our new President & CEO, Chris Lehnertz! For questions, please contact Nessa Ramos at nramos@parksconservancy.org.

We are looking for prospective intern supervisors who are excited about the opportunity to mentor a college student and who have active internship projects available!  Click the link below to find out more.  Position proposals are being accepted until July 31st!

Exciting things are happening at Crissy Field and the Presidio! This summer and fall, there will be some road closures and detours as important projects at the Presidio Tunnel Tops and Quartermaster Reach come to fruition. This flyer outlines the timelines, closures, and more information on each of the projects. Make sure to stay alert, stay safe, and share this excitement with park visitors!

July 4 - July 28. Take advantage of employee pricing (40-50% off) from Columbia Sportswear Company for all of your warm weather activities! Our brands are often thought of as perfect for cold weather, but we have technology to get you through the warmer temperatures as well! Click the link below to get the coupon needed for your discount as well as store location and hours.

Please join us this Thursday in Fort Baker for a morning of service and catching up! Tasks will involve removing French broom, park maintenance projects such as painting, and park/cove cleanups, all range from low to moderate exertion. Click on the link below for where to meet.  There is parking available along Sommerville Rd and near the Yacht Club.  Lunch will be held on the parade grounds.

Learn more about the history of Fort Baker in this timely article, "From Military Barracks to National Park Lodge - The Impact of Partnerships at Fort Baker".   

6 - 8:00 pm. Crissy Field East Beach. Let's have a paw-ty in the parks with a dog-friendly "Tail Mixer!" Treat your best friend (your dog) to a happy yoga event in your national park with an activity led by Downward Drinking Dog, special treats, DIY doggie Toy station, a winner for the best BARK Ranger outfit, and for our human friends, complimentary bites and cold brews from local brewing establishments. Please note: one dog per adult, and must be on leash at the event. 21+ only event w/ID.

1pm - 3 pm. Burton Statue, Great Meadow, Fort Mason.

Who: You! NPS/GGNPC Staff, Interns and Volunteers (ALL ARE WELCOME)
What: Fun Run with 3 different routes
1. Burton Statue to Exercise equipment at Marina Green Triangle (1 mile round trip)
2. Burton Statue to end of Crissy Field Marsh (4 miles round trip)
3. Burton Statue to Warming Hut (5.2 miles round trip)

Join us on the Great Meadow next to the Phil Burton statue for stretches and warm ups! After the run/walk join us in the Fort Mason Community Garden for Milk & Cookies!

2:30 pm - 4 pm. Golden Gate Room, 201 Fort Mason. You're invited to attend the first Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Book Club gathering with a discussion of Black Faces, White Spaces by Carolyn Finney. All GOGA and Conservancy employees are welcome and it's okay if you're unable to read the whole book!  Copies of the book are available to borrow from the new DEI Library, located on the 2nd floor next to the Superintendent's office. Please contact Sally Golub at sally_golub@nps.gov or 415-310-4776 for more information.