Friends of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

The Friends of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve group is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization of volunteers who provide tours of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve’s tide pools and other educational experiences related to the intertidal environment. Read more about our mission and history.

Fitzgerald Marine Reserve is a San Mateo County Park located in Moss Beach, CA, about 40 minutes south of San Francisco. Recently designated a Marine Protected Area, the rocky shore of the reserve becomes an outdoor classroom at low tide, allowing explorers of all ages to marvel at the diversity of marine life and learn more about protecting the ocean and its inhabitants. On any given day visitors may see sea urchins, sea stars, harbor seals, various mollusks, and even the elusive red octopus. Learn more about visiting Fitzgerald Marine Reserve.

Our volunteer naturalists are trained to help young and old alike explore this incredible resource, learn about its inhabitants, and connect with nature. Learn more about our volunteer naturalist program and how to become a supporter.

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