The Story Behind Marin County’s Namesake, “Chief Marin” — How the Coastal Miwok Left a Cultural and Physical Legacy That Lingers Today

By now most residents of Marin County have heard the name of the legendary Miwok leader “Chief Marin,” for whom the county was named. But Marin was neither his Miwok name, nor the one that the Spanish missionaries gave him. His original name was Huicmuse (pronounced hwik-moose), and the Spanish gave him the name Marino […]

6 Ways to Honor the Planet This Earth Day

Celebrating its 49th year, Earth Day returns on April 22 with opportunities around the Bay for fans of the earth to support the ground, water and air that sustains us. Here is a sampling of family- and planet-friendly events in Marin and beyond. California State Parks Open House at China Camp State Park The Village […]

6 Ways to Honor the Planet This Earth Day

Celebrating its 49th year, Earth Day returns on April 22 with opportunities around the Bay for fans of the earth to support the ground, water and air that sustains us. Here is a sampling of family- and planet-friendly events in Marin and beyond. California State Parks Open House at China Camp State Park The Village […]