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Two Tours for the Price of One! Today! A Taste of West Berkeley Feasting on Local, Artisan Hidden Treasures BOOK HERE and Register with this
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 Morell's Bread Bakery | |  Terry Betts at Viks Chaat & Market | |  June Taylor Jams |
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Today! A Taste of West Berkeley
Feasting on Local, Artisan Hidden Treasures
BOOK HERE and Register with this code: BAGTFriend
Bring your appetite as Terry Betts, our chef-guide takes you to her favorite stops in West Berkeley to experience local delicacies and interact with the owners, bakers, jammers and brewmasters. Sample an assortment of unique flavors from local producers such as Morell’s Bread, Takara Sake, June Taylor Jam, Cultured Pickle Shop, Vik’s Chaat House, Cafe Rouge and the Sierra Nevada Torpedo Room. This is not your typical tour; Terry offers an insider's knowledge on the local food scene and the emergence of a distinct neighborhood while leading you into nondescript storefronts to meet with these urban artisans who are serving, stirring and pouring some of the Bay Area's most delicious tastings. Register HERE or just join us at
Dates : Wednesday, August 3, 24 & September 14, 21, 28 |
Field to Forest with Aspen Madrone |
 Greetings from Sabor Mexicano Farm | |  Armstrong Redwoods Park | |  Picnic at Forest View Apple Ranch |
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 Aspen Madrone |
Two Tours for the Price of One!
Our Field to Forest Tour with Permaculturist Aspen Madrone will introduce you to two stunning model organic farms nestled on either side of Armstrong Redwoods Park. This time of the year Sabor Mexicano Farm is bountiful with tomatoes, corn, tomatillos,, onions, garlic, berries and more, and there's always the goats and chickens. Across the road you'll tour beautiful Forest View Apple Ranch to taste and learn about its 20 varieties of Heritage apples. You'll end the day with a beautiful walk right from the property into Armstrong Redwoods Park!
This is one of the most beautiful corners of Sonoma County.
Why not organize a group of friends and let us know when you would like to join Aspen for a private tour or just sign up to join a group.
You can write us at info@bayareagreentours.org
More Info HERE and Register with this code: BAGTFriend |
On the Waterfront: Adventure at San Francisco’s Scenic Embarcadero |
 SF Ferry Building & Farmer's Market | |  History at Levi's | |  Ghiradelli Pop Up Market |
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 Aaron Lander |
Two Tours for the Price of One!
Explore the Embarcadero and historic Ferry Building, where the CUESA Farmers Market will delight you with the sights and smells of just-harvested produce, seafood and freshly baked bread. Our knowledgeable guide Aaron Lander will introduce you to our partner farmers and offer interesting facts about the sustainable history of the port, where Spanish explorers first landed 200 years ago. He’ll then lead you on a walk along the Bay, stopping to learn about the history of Levi's and the iconic Ghirardelli Square, one of the earliest examples of “adaptive reuse” projects in the country. Here Aaron will share information about his very own Pop-Upsters market with local makers!
More Info HERE and Register with this code: BAGTFriend
Dates : Saturday, August 20 & September 17 |
Into the East Bay: Celebrating the Environment, the Land and its Stewards |
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 Grey Kolevzon |
Two Tours for the Price of One!
Jump on a bike with Grey Kolevzon, naturalist and professor of ecological field studies. As you ride along trails through private ranches and farms throughout Sobrante Ridge Regional Preserve and Pinole Park, he’ll point out endangered species as well as thriving indigenous plants and animals. The ridge tops afford breathtaking views of a land where Spanish longhorn cattle once roamed. You’ll start at Pinole Park Staging Area and visit New Hope Farms, Bear Creek and Alhambra Valley Ranch. Learn about the watershed from this expert on ecology and land stewardship!
More Info HERE and Register with this code: BAGTFriend
Dates : August 13 & September 10, 24 |
15th & Webster, Between Frank Ogawa Plaza & Lake Merritt
Share Spacious Office in Downtown Oakland / 2 desks available at $250 a desk
With:
EcoCity Builders, professionals dedicated to making cities more sustainable
Norcal Community Resilience Network , Susan Silber](http://norcalresilience.org/)
Epicuring, Susie Wyshak
Looking to share with others who care about sustainability and localism to our lovely cooperative work space.
Please help us curate a mission driven group of people who can collaborate and support each other's work by sharing this wonderful opportunity.
Transportation: Between 12th & 19th Street BART and bus lines. Bike parking in basement and racks on streets.
Parking: Generally available paid street parking ($2/hour) and paid parking lots nearby.
Amenities: WiFi, Accessibility, Print/Scan/Copy, Small Conference Room
Contact: marissa@bayareagreentours.org |
 2014 Convergence | |  Rob Hopkins & Andy Lipkis |
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Your Leading Edge Convergence is Here...
September 14-18, 2016
Solar Living Institute, Hopland, CA.
*2016 North American Permaculture and Building Resilient Communities Convergence*
PERMACULTURE TOUR
September 13 in the East Bay before the convergence
September 19 in Sonoma County after the convergence
More info to follow
The Convergence is a combined effort of the 2nd Annual North American Permaculture Convergence and the 11th Northern California Permaculture Convergence. It will bring together an estimated 1,000 permaculture designers, social and environmental justice activists, community organizers, educators, speakers, individuals and organizations from not only Northern California, but the greater United States, Canada, Mexico, countries from the Caribbean, Central America and beyond.
We’ll gather together for an inspirational five days of intensive focus with a common goal: to design, build, and strengthen regenerative communities and habitats, in accordance with nature, for humans, plants, animals, the greater bioregion, and the Earth at large.
Visit:
www.permacultureconvergence.com
www.northamericanpermaculture.org
Get Tickets Now HERE
Whether you are a seasoned permaculturalist, a transition town activist, a community organizer, or just wanting to learn game-changing skills to live more successfully and in greater harmony with people and the planet... and find community in the process…
this Convergence is for you! |
 Armstrong House | |  Russian River- 2 Miles Away! | |  Jorge Saldana's Peppers |
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Sonoma County, Russian River Retreat
Retreat and Event Center, Sonoma County
Don’t let this summer go by without checking out our partner farm either on a tour with Aspen Madrone or by renting the historic Armstrong Home! There are only a few weekends (or weeks) left this summer.
1.5 hours from the San Francisco, next to towering redwoods, 2 miles from the Russian River, 20 minutes from the Sonoma coast. Nestled in a fertile valley with stunning views. The historic Armstrong home offers full amenities and lodging for up to 15 people.
We hope to host you at the spectacular Sabor Mexicano for an unforgettable adventure!
The ultimate setting for garden parties, receptions, anniversaries, birthdays, reunions, and business, yoga and meditation retreats, or simply as your next incredible escape from the city!
Please visit our VRBO page, and under the owner's photo, click on "Send email". We hope to host you at the spectacular Sabor Mexicano for an unforgettable adventure!
A portion of your rental proceeds helps underwrite Bay Area Green Tours non-profit mission. |
The Hive, 2300 Broadway
5:00-9:00 pm
August 5th, Come find us alongside Drake’s Dealership while we celebrate the arts and enjoy the best block party around! Please mark your calendars so that you can plan to join us for subsequent First Fridays. |
Lagunitas Community Beer Garden
Volunteers Needed at Fundraiser
August 25-28th
We are also thrilled to have been selected as a non-profit beneficiary of the new Community Beer Garden - courtesy of Lagunitas Brewing Company! Mark your calendar and come thirsty to Ghirardelli Square. This is a tremendous opportunity for us to have some fun celebrating local businesses, while raising needed funds to support our mission. If you love great tasting beer, live music and delicious food, please plan to come join us - every bottle and volunteer truly counts!
If you’re interested in hanging out with other BAGTeers while enjoying great music and wonderful events, please contact info@bayareagreentours.org - thank you! |
We are committed to full customer satisfaction, ensuring that each of our guides provides you with a unique, fun-filled and memorable experience!
If you’ve ever participated in one of our tours and would be kind enough to share your experience, please take a moment to write a HERE |
Bay Area Green Tours Mission
Bay Area Green Tours 501(c)3 provides educational tours and events that demonstrate the sustainable economy in action, inspire support of local green businesses, and empower people to incorporate environmental responsibility and social justice into their personal and professional lives. |
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