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Ranger Blog

Follow our ranger blogs for a behind-the-scenes look at working in parks. Our rangers happily share tips about their favorite spots and activities in San Mateo County Parks.

Blog Posts

Doody Calls!

Posted by Miranda Holeton on Feb 5th 2018
Some of you may be under the impression that there are special park elves who magically clean all the San Mateo County Parks restrooms, but you’ll be interested to hear that, in fact, it is the mighty Park Rangers and Park Aides who do this very “colorful” job!... View more at Parks DepartmentView Doody Calls!

Winter Observations at Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

Posted by Miranda Holeton on Dec 4th 2017
Each tidepool is like a microscopic universe, teeming with complexity, color, competition and courage.... View more at Parks DepartmentView Winter Observations at Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

2017 Interpretive Year In Review! (Let’s make it a rhyming one too!)

Posted by Katherine Wright on Nov 29th 2017
We're pleased to tell you about the amazing programs we were able to offer and partnerships we were able to foster in 2017 at over 150 events including bioblitzes, hikes, and summer camps.... View more at Parks DepartmentView 2017 Interpretive Year In Review! (Let’s make it a rhyming one too!)

New Year's Resolutions

Posted by Katherine Wright on Feb 6th 2017
Ranger Katherine Wright, who works doing interpretive programming for San Mateo County Parks, gives tips on how parks can help you with those lofty new year's resolutions.... View more at Parks DepartmentView New Year's Resolutions

What It’s Like to Work Outside 40 hours/week

Posted by Miranda Holeton on Jun 22nd 2016
What is it like to work out of doors all day every day? Park Ranger and our very own Parks Department blogger, Miranda Holeton, explains.... View more at Parks DepartmentView What It’s Like to Work Outside 40 hours/week
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