The Dipsea Race (San Rafael)
First run in 1905, the Dipsea is the oldest trail race in America. It is run every year on the second Sunday in June. The scenic 7.4 mile course from Mill Valley to Stinson Beach is considered to be one of the most beautiful courses in the world. The stairs and steep trails make it a grueling and treacherous race. And its unique handicapping system has made winners of men and women of all ages. Because of its beauty and challenge, it is a very popular event, and because of safety and environmental concerns the number of runners is limited to about 1,500. (Added on January 30, 2009)

Audubon Canyon Ranch (San Rafael)
Audubon Canyon Ranch protects the natural resources of its sanctuaries while fostering an understanding and appreciation of these environments. We educate children and adults, promote ecological literacy that is grounded in direct experience, and conduct research and restoration that advances conservation science. (Added on March 30, 2009)

Suddenly Single in Marin (Mill Valley)
Tips and thoughts about the wild and whimsical world of dating at 50 in Marin. (Added on March 30, 2009)

Slide Ranch (San Rafael)
Slide Ranch teaches visitors the impact our choices have on food, health, and the environment, through hands-on activities and independent exploration of our farm and coastal wild lands. (Added on March 30, 2009)

AlpacaSuitcase (San Anselmo)
Marin County family abandons suburbia to volunteer, work and learn Spanish in Peru (Added on January 13, 2010)

Bay Area Experiences (San Rafael)
This site is designed to inspire you to sample the endless number of amazing activities in the Bay Area. (Added on February 23, 2009)

Dance Palace Community Center (San Rafael)
The Dance Palace is a non-profit community center providing a wide variety of educational, recreational, cultural and community services to children, adults and seniors in West Marin County. (Added on March 30, 2009)

The Hungry Owl Project (San Rafael)
Our mission is to reduce the need for harmful pesticides & rodenticides by encouraging natural predators, through conservation of habitat, erecting nest boxes when appropriate, through research & education, and by providing a resource of help and information on alternative methods of sustainable pest management. (Added on February 23, 2009)

Marin's Guide to the Great Outdoors (San Rafael)
Website with listings of a range of prime outdoor activities in Marin. Information from book: Hiking Marin, 141 Great Hikes in Marin County (Added on March 30, 2009)