Anthony Chabot, Marciel Staging Area 9999 Redwood Road, Oakland, CA 94619
From Castro Valley: From I-580 westbound in Castro Valley, take the Redwood Road exit and turn right on Redwood Road. From I-580 eastbound, take the Redwood Road exit and turn left at Redwood Road. After about 2 miles you will pass the Redwood Canyon Public Golf Course. Another few miles will take you to the Marciel Gate at 9999 Redwood Road. Look for the wooden Anthony Chabot Regional Park Marciel Gate sign by the road on the left under the oak trees. From here, proceed to Center Camp or Entry Kiosk.
From Oakland or Berkeley: From Hwy 13 S take the Redwood Road exit, turn left and follow Redwood Road for approximately 7.5 miles. Look for the wooden Anthony Chabot Regional Park Marciel Gate sign by the road on the right under the oak trees. From here, proceed to Center Camp or Entry Kiosk.
From Marciel Gate to Center Camp:
If you arrive after 8:10 AM Saturday or Sunday morning proceed directly to the park’s Entry Kiosk.
From Marciel Gate to the Entry Kiosk:
If you arrive after 8:10 AM Saturday or Sunday morning proceed directly to the park’s Entry Kiosk.
Friday
5:00pm - Check in and camping open. DINNER IS NOT PROVIDED.
Saturday
7:30am - Check in, light breakfast, and lunch packing begin at Center Camp.
8:30 am – Quick morning greeting, then walk to the Entry Kiosk work site. You will be escorted, and pink flags will mark the way.
9:00 am – Morning greeting, announcements, warm-up and safety talk near the Entry Kiosk. Project begins.
12:00pm - Break for lunch on trail.
3:30 pm – Trail work ends. Clean and store tools. For those staying past the work day, walk back to Center Camp.
4:30 pm – Drinks, appetizers and socializing. Showers available.
5:30 pm – Dinner and more socializing.
6:15 pm – Nature Talk.
Sunday
7:30am - Check in and lunch packing begin. Hot breakfast is served.
8:30 am – Quick morning greeting, then walk to the Entry Kiosk work site. You will be escorted, and pink flags will mark the way.
9:00 am – Morning greeting, announcements, warm-up and safety talk near the Entry Kiosk. Project begins.
11:30am - Break for lunch on trail.
1:30pm - Head back to camp, clean tools, pack gear and truck. For those with cars at Center Camp, walk back to camp.
2pm - Snack, celebrate the work and say goodbyes to old and new friends.
SUN EXPOSURE | HYDRATION | HYPOTHERMIA Most of the work areas are fully shaded. However, please plan for sun protection, including sun hats, sun block and light long sleeve shirts. Please bring water bottles or a water bladder large enough to hold at least 2 liters of water. Drink plenty of water throughout the work day. If you feel tired or weak, let your crew leader know, and take a break.
POISON OAK There is a risk of exposure to poison oak at the work site. Have your crew leader point some out to you if you don’t know what it looks like. Clean with Tecnu (which we provide) after the work day and be cautious when handling your dirty clothes.
MOSQUITOES | TICKS Mosquitoes could be active this time of year so bug spray and long-sleeved, lightweight shirts are recommended. Ticks are always a hazard; light colored clothing makes them easier to spot when you check during and after the project.
SNAKES Snakes are present on the property. Use caution, especially when picking items up off the ground or moving rocks
SHARP TOOLS Please listen to your crew leader’s tool safety talk and observe proper tool use throughout the day.
