The Work We Do
Photo: Bob Hinz
Richardson Bay is ground zero for waterbirds and Pacific herring in San Francisco Bay. We manage the only open water sanctuary in San Francisco Bay, which provides shelter from all disturbance during each winter season. Our 900-acre open water sanctuary is closed from October 1-March 31 each year, and is a unique subtital and tidal ecosystem utilized by researchers focused on questions about how best to protect and restore the eelgrass system.
Our 10.5 acre site adjacent to the bay hosts our youth conservation leadership program, summer camp, volunteer opportunities, and offers facility rentals to individuals and organizations. The space is open to the public to enjoy each weekday.
Our inclusive programming is perfect for nature-lovers between the ages of 4 and 8!
Developing young leaders through outdoor leadership training and conservation action projects.
In order to keep our campers, volunteers, and staff safe during the COVID-19 pandemic we’ve decided to cancel our summer camp programming. Thank you for your care and commitment as we work together to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
In order to keep our campers, volunteers, and staff safe during the COVID-19 pandemic we’ve decided to cancel our summer camp programming. Thank you for your care and commitment as we work together to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
All are welcome to get involved with Richardson Bay Audubon Center & Sanctuary!
Join us on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 10:00am, September through June. No walks in July or August.
Help us engage future conservation leaders! When you sponsor a youth leader, you help the birds.
Begin your volunteer journey today by submitting a volunteer application, so we can know your time and talents and work with you to find the perfect fit.
Our bi-monthly e-newsletter is filled with incredible updates about our work.
