Marin County Parks and local fire will conduct controlled burns in Maurice Thorner Preserve and San Geronimo Park to manage vegetation and reduce wildfire risk, asking residents not to call 911 for smoke reports.

Elephant seals have returned to Point Reyes for breeding, with viewing areas set up for visitors during designated hours as part of efforts to protect the seals and their pups.

The Point Bonita Lighthouse in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area is temporarily closed due to a landslide blocking the access trail, with reopening expected by Sunday, January 12.

Point Reyes National Seashore celebrates the birth of the season's first elephant seal pup, urging visitors to respect the critical nursing period by observing beach closures and guidelines.

The California Dungeness crab fishery opens on January 5, with a 50% trap reduction to protect marine life, impacting California's lucrative crab market.

The Point Reyes National Seashore will remove the tule elk fence at Tomales Point, favoring wildlife over ranching concerns, following a Finding of No Significant Impact decision.

CDFW maintains crab trap restrictions in certain zones to protect whales and delays Dungeness crab season due to high domoic acid levels and entanglement risks.

Napa County plans to buy 874-acre Skyline Wilderness Park from California for $7.26 million, ensuring its continued use as a recreation and conservation area.

Pond Farm Pottery was celebrated as a National Historic Landmark with a plaque dedication, recognizing Marguerite Wildenhain's influence on the American Studio Pottery Movement.

Sonoma County parks and CAL FIRE will conduct a controlled burn in Monte Rio, covering 30 acres on Oct. 24-25 for fire prevention and forest management.

California State Parks and CAL FIRE plan prescribed burns at Salt Point State Park, affecting 261 acres to reduce wildfire risks and improve ecosystem health.

A controlled burn is scheduled at Tolay Lake Regional Park by Sonoma County Regional Parks, FIGR, and CAL FIRE for wildfire prevention and ecological benefits on Oct. 23, with the park closed for safety.

The Golden Bear Pass, which grants free park access in California, expands to include two more parks, reinforcing the state's "Outdoors for All" initiative.