Looking for a family-friendly outing?
Join us for family-friendly activities on and around Mt. Tam
Where to catch the Tam Van this season:
1. Storytimes at Pickleweed Library, 2025. Join us for nature-themed stories and activities in English and Spanish. We meet either in the park just outside the library or in the library, depending on weather.
- Fourth Tuesdays, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
- Third Saturdays from May to September, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
2. Follow the Tam Van Summer 2025: A Forest Filled Adventure Across Marin. Join us for a series of special weekends as the Tam Van rolls across One Tam partner lands! Each stop is a chance to explore the beauty of our forested landscapes, learn about local forest health efforts, and connect with the land in a fun and interactive way. Here's how it works:
Follow the Tam Van to various park sites and discover how our forests are changing—and how you can be part of the solution. Meet forest stewards, engage with hands-on activities, and soak up the fresh air and scenic views. Visit the Tam Van at three or more locations and you’ll be entered into a raffle to win:
- A free Parks Conservancy Membership - click here for Membership benefits
- A copy of the Mount Tamalpais Trails book
- A copy of the Plants of Mount Tamalpais book
Locations and dates:
- Muir Woods - 06/20/25 & 06/21/25 from 8am to 2pm
- Lake Lagunitas - 06/27/25 & 06/28/25 from 10am to 2pm
- Rock Spring - 07/04/25 & 07/05/25 from 10am to 1pm
- Roy's Redwood Preserve - 07/11/25 from 10am to 2pm
- Tomales Bay State Park - 07/18, 07/19, 07/25, & 07/26/25 from 10am to 2pm
Whether you’re a longtime local or a first-time visitor, this is your invitation to explore, learn, and grow with us—one forest stop at a time.
The above list is not exhaustive. Please note that weather conditions, smoke, or red flag warnings may cancel an outing—please reach out to Monica Stafford at mstafford@onetam.org for questions.
About the Tam Van
In a quest to educate current park users and inspire new audiences to explore the parks, One Tam created the “Tam Van” mobile visitor center: a retrofitted bread truck that travels to park sites and communities across Marin County. Staff and volunteers dispense maps, trail guides, program information, and friendly advice on how people can make the most of their visit. Since 2015, it has been providing many of the functions of a visitor center, at a fraction of the cost of constructing a permanent facility, and it reaches new audiences that find it difficult to get to the parks due to distance or limited transit options.
The Tam Van is largely funded by Measure A. Thank you Marin County residents!
