Point Reyes National Seashore

When asked about the most important habitats for biodiversity and carbon dioxide sequestration, most people will respond with the rainforest or coral reefs. However, very few recognize the immense benefits that wetlands provide for natural habitats, human utilization and climate change mitigation.

When COVID-19 shut off the music through its quarantines and many retreated in their homes, nature's menagerie of life seemed to occupy new spaces. 

The pandemic is reminding us that it’s ultimately our own job to get along with ourselves.

And although the school technically refers to it as "RRR" (Reading, Review and Recitation) week, we at the Clog know that one of those Rs actually stands for road trip.

If you’re lucky, you might even see some tule elk — August marks the beginning of their mating season, so they’ll surely be active.

It can seem a little daunting to try camping for the first time, but it's an adventure you won't want to miss. Here are some tips to get you started.

You’re Berkeley-ed out — you’ve seen enough movies at Shattuck Cinemas, the Big C is too familiar and your spot on Memorial Glade still has imprints from the last time you sat there. So it’s time to venture out.