living in the presidio guide - october 2014

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LIVINGIN THE PRESIDIOA REFERENCE GUIDE

Published October 2014

Offered by the Presidio Trust

with the John Stewart Company


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Thank you for making your home in this one-of-a-kind national

park site. This guide is a how to manual for living in the Presidio.

It introduces the Presidios amazing history and resources andprovides detailed information about managing your home.

While this guide is a helpful reference tool, please keep in mind that

it is not a substitute for your lease, the Presidio Residential Rules,

and other important guidelines for living in this unique environment.

As you settle into your new home and get to know the park, pleasefeel free to contact the staff at Presidio Residences. They are here

to help and welcome your questions and feedback. And dont forget

that the best source for ongoing news about the park is available

at www.presidio.gov.

WELCOMETO THE PRESIDIO!

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INTRODUCTION MANAGING YOUR HOME THE PRESIDIO

TABLE OFCONTENTS

Navigate to each section by

clicking on the blue links.

Housing in the Presidio / 4

Contact Information / 5

Presidio Residences

The Presidio Trust

Work Order Service Center

Inspections Department

Utilities Department (billing)

Waste Reduction Office

Fire, Medical or Police

Hospitals

Third Party Utility Companies

Housing for Presidio-Based

Employees / 6

Presidio Parkway Construction / 7

Waste, Fraud, and Abuse Hotline / 8

General Information / 9

Paying Rent Utility Billing and Payments

Renters Insurance

Lock-outs and Lost Keys

Refuse and Recycling / 10

Collection

Composting

Dos and Donts on Trash Day

Building Maintenance / 11

Repairs and Work Orders

Inspections

Boilers Security Alarms

Satellite Dishes

Basements

Mold and Pest Management / 12

Mold

Managing Insects and Pests

Living with Wildlife / 13

Parking and Vehicles / 14

Residential Parking Permits Parking Permit Fees

Parking in Other Areas of the Presidio

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

City CarShare

PresidiGo Shuttle / 15

PresidiGo Around the Park Shuttle

PresidiGo Downtown Shuttle

CalTrain Connector Shuttle

Planning Park Events / 16

Community Gardens / 17

Services Provided by the U.S. Park

Police / 18

Vacation Security Checks

Personal Home Inventory

Other Services / 19

Postal Services

Register to Vote

Emergency Preparedness / 20

Staying Connected / 21

Map / 22

Presidio at a Glance / 23

About the Presidio and the Presidio

Trust / 24

Presidio History / 25

Nature and Wildlife / 27

Activities / 29

Services and Amenities / 30

Destinations / 32

Special Event Venues / 34

Trails / 36

Volunteer Opportunities / 37

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Living in the Presidio / 4 Back to Contents

Presidio Neighborhoods

Baker BeachEast WashingtonFunston Avenue

Infantry TerraceKobbe AvenueLetterman Apartments

Liggett AvenueMacArthur AvenueNorth Fort Scott

Pilots RowPortola StreetPresidio Boulevard

Quarry RoadRiley AvenueRuckman Avenue

Sanches StreetSimonds LoopSouth Baker Beach

Storey AvenueUpper PortolaWest Washington

Wyman Avenue

For generations Army soldiers livedwith their families in the Presidio.Housing has always been an essential

feature of the Presidio and is critical tothe character of the place.

The Presidios homes were construct-ed between 1885 and 1970. About

one-third of the Presidios buildings arehomes and speak to a long tradition ofcommunity within the gates.

Today, the Presidio is a national park

site distinctive among all othersbecause a large community of peoplelive and work here. Between 1998

and 2010 the Presidio Trust renovated

the parks housing to invite a newgeneration of occupants. There areapproximately 1,100 residences in 22

distinct and beautiful neighborhoodslocated around the park.

A vibrant community of more than3,000 people make their life in the

Presidio, shaping the park with theirenergy and supporting its care throughtheir rental income.

HOUSING IN THEPRESIDIO

Residential leasing and property

management services are offered by

the Presidio Trust with the John Stewart

Company.

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PRESIDIO RESIDENCES

Weekdays 8:30 am to 6 pmSaturday 10 am to 4 pm

Mailing Address:P.O. Box 29922San Francisco, CA 94129

Main Office

558 Presidio BoulevardSan Francisco, CA 94129(415) [email protected]

West Office

1504 Pershing Drive, Suite ESan Francisco, CA 94129(415) [email protected]

The Main Office is fully accessible.For assistance at the West Office,please call (415) 379-6840.TTY: 771 or (800) 735-2929

THE PRESIDIO TRUST

103 Montgomery StreetP.O. Box 29052

San Francisco, CA 94129(415) 561-5300TTY: (415) [email protected]

Work Order Service Center

Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm(415) [email protected]

(after hour emergencies andlockouts)(415) 677-2267

Inspections Department

(415) 561-7614

Utilities Department (billing)

(415) [email protected]

Waste Reduction Office

(415) 561-4260

FIRE, MEDICAL OR POLICE

Emergency dispatch for policeor fire

from a land line 911from a cell phone (415) 561-5656

Presidio Emergency InformationLine

(415) 561-4500From this line, residents can listento recorded information following adisaster such as a major earthquakeor other large-scale event.

United States Park Police (USPP)

1217 Ralston Avenue (Fort Scott)Non-Emergency (415) 561-5505

San Francisco Fire Department

(415) 800-8911Station #51 (serves the Presidio)218 Lincoln Boulevard on theMain Post

HOSPITALS

California Pacific Medical Center

California Campus(415) 600-60003700 California Street(between Cherry and MapleStreets)

California Pacific Medical Center

Pacific Campus(415) 600-60002333 Buchanan Street(between Webster and ClayStreets)

St. Marys Hospital

(415) 668-1000450 Stanyan Street(between Hayes and Fulton Streets)

Kaiser Permanente

(415) 833-20002425 Geary Boulevard(between Divisadero and BakerStreets)

THIRD PARTY UTILITY

COMPANIES

AT&T

(800) 310-2355www.att.com

Comcast

(888) 485-3514www.comcast.com

Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)

(800) PGE-5000www.pge.com

Recology Golden Gate Disposal

(415) 626-4000

www.recologysf.com/index.php/for-homes

Bulky Item Pick-up

www.recyclemyjunk.com

CONTACTINFORMATION

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Housing preference is available toqualifying Presidio-based employees. APresidio-based employee is someone

who works a minimum of 32 hours perweek on a non-temporary basis for anapproved business, organization, or

institution located in the park.

The Presidio Trust also offers housingat discounted rents to eligibleemployees. Learn more about housing

for Presidio-based employees.

HOUSING FOR PRESIDIO-BASEDEMPLOYEES

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PRESIDIO PARKWAYCONSTRUCTIONThe San Francisco CountyTransportation Authority, the FederalHighway Administration, and Caltrans

are replacing the highway that runsthrough the Presidio to the GoldenGate Bridge. This structure was

formerly known as Doyle Drive.

Construction of the replacementroadwaythe new Presidio Parkwaybegan in 2009 and will be complete in

2016.

The new roadway will be seismicallysafe and is designed to fit moreseamlessly into the park setting, with

fewer impacts on resources, views,and the visitor experience. A sectionof the roadway will be moved into at-

grade tunnels, allowing a magnificentnew park landscape to reconnect theCrissy Field waterfront to the Main

Post.

Learn more about the roadwayreplacement project at the PresidioParkway website. Here you can

register to receive constructionadvisories.

Additionally, special advisories are sentto Presidio residents, including those

living in neighborhoods that are mostaffected by construction. Register forPresidio resident advisories.

Contact the Presidio Parkway project

at [email protected] and(415) 295-4636.

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WASTE, FRAUD, AND ABUSEHOTLINEThe Presidio Trust is committed toserving the public and upholding thehighest ethical standards.

The Trust has established an

anonymous, independent hotline thatallows anyone in the community toreport a matter of concern related to

fraud, waste, or abuse.

How Does it Work?

A special toll-free number is availableto anyone 24 hours a day, 7 days a

week.

Call (877) 888-0002.

You will be greeted by an interviewerwho will document the situation indetail. You do not need to provide

your name, and the interview is notrecorded.

The interviewer will provide you witha report number and ask you to make

one call back at a later date.

The information reported is thenrelayed to a designated seniormanagement team within the Presidio

Trust. This team will look into yourconcern.

Using the report number andscheduled call back date given to you

by the interviewer, you call back fora follow-up. At that time, you may begiven a management response, asked

for additional information, or provided

with appropriate instructions on how topursue your concerns.

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GENERALINFORMATIONPaying Rent

Rent checks should be made payableto Presidio Residences and mailed to

the post office box address listed onPage 5 or delivered to one of the twoPresidio Residences offices.

Rent is payable in advance and is

due on the first day of each month.Payments received after the first dayof the month are considered late, and

a fee will be charged. A fee of $25 ischarged on all returned checks.

Utility Billing and Payments

Bills for service provided by thePresidio Trust are sent electronically.

Outstanding balances may be paid bycheck or online via a credit card or achecking/savings account.

To make a payment online, visit the

U.S. Treasury Departments website atwww.pay.gov.

Using the Find Public Forms feature inthe left column, retrieve the Presidio

Trust Utility Billing Form. Completethe form, making sure to include youraccount number.

You may also register with

www.pay.gov. This allows you to saveyour submitted form, including yourbilling and contact information, so you

do not need to re-enter the informationwith each subsequent payment.

Renters Insurance

The Presidio Trust stronglyrecommends that residents purchase

and maintain insurance coveringpersonal liability and personal propertyagainst loss, including by fire or theft.

Lock-outs and Lost Keys

If you are locked out on a weekdayduring normal business hours, please

contact Presidio Residences. Locationsand phone numbers are listed onPage 5.

After hours, please call the Work

Order Service Center at the telephonenumber listed on page 5. Please notethat an after hours lock-out will be

treated as a billable work order.

To ensure your safety, assistancewith any lock-out requires residentidentification.

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REFUSE AND

RECYCLINGRefuse Collection Days

Tuesday Funston Avenue Liggett Avenue MacArthur Avenue Portola Street Presidio Boulevard Quarry Road Sanches Simonds Loop (Upper and Lower) Upper Portola

Wednesday East Washington Infantry Terrace Kobbe Avenue North Fort Scott Pilots Row Riley Avenue Ruckman Storey Avenue West Washington Wyman Avenue

Monday and Thursday Baker Beach South Baker Beach

Wednesday and Friday Letterman Apartments

Collection

All neighborhoods have refuse and

recycling collected on the same day,

with the exception of the Baker Beachand South Baker Beach neighborhoods.

Those neighborhoods have theirrecycling collected on Tuesdaysand Fridays. Green waste bins (see

composting) in the Baker Beach andSouth Baker Beach neighborhoods arecollected on Tuesdays.

Composting

Tenants are encouraged to participate

in the existing green waste diversionprogram by contacting the Presidio

Trust Waste Reduction Office at (415)561-4260. There is no added costto residents for this service. All food

scraps, soiled paper and plant materialare accepted. Only bio-plastics labeledcompostable and displaying a green

or brown stripe are allowed. For moreinformation on what is compostable,visit www.recologysf.com.

Dos and Donts on Trash Day

Raccoons and skunks are attracted

to open or over-flowing refuse and

recycling containers, so pleasemake sure both remain tightly

closed, with lids well secured.Depending on availability, thePresidio Trust Waste Reduction

Office may provide you with a newor replacement elastic cord. Contactthem at (415) 561-4260.

All refuse and recycling mustbe placed inside containers. On

occasion, a special pick-up may be

arranged to accommodate excessrefuse or recycling. Please confirm

with the Presidio Trust WasteReduction Office at least 24 hoursin advance of your regular pick-up

day, since certain rules and/or feesmay apply.

If you find a bin size is not adequate(whether too small or too largefor your regular needs), please

let us know. A different size maybe requested by contacting thePresidio Trust Utility Billing Office

at (415) 561-4112 or [email protected]

All containers must be placed atthe curb by 6 am on collection day.

Please return your containers totheir proper storage area promptlyafter collection.

Free pick-up of up to five large

items, including furniture, maybe arranged through RecologyGolden Gate. Contact them at

(415) 626-4000. Please do not leavebulky items on the curb withoutscheduling a pickup.

Do not place batteries, computers/

monitors, television sets,electronics, toner, and householdappliances in refuse containers.

Please visit www.recologysf.com

for proper disposal tips.

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BUILDING

MAINTENANCERepairs and Work Orders

The Presidio Trust conductsregular maintenance to ensure the

preservation and safety of parkbuildings.

The Trust also makes repairs toresidential units as needed. To report a

maintenance issue, including problemswith appliances, fixtures, or electrical,heating, or plumbing systems, contact

the Work Order Service Center:

(415) [email protected]

After work is complete, pleaseprovide us with feedback by filling

out and returning the door tag left bymaintenance staff members.

Inspections

The Presidio Trust periodically inspectshousing units to detect and address

problems. Residents will be notifiedat least 24 hours in advance and arewelcome to attend. Through our

billable work order process, the Trust isalso available to perform roommate orlease transfer inspections.

Boilers

All units are equipped with gas-firedheaters, water heaters, or both.

For your safety, all personal property

must remain at least three feet awayfrom any mechanical equipment,including your boiler, hot water heater,and vents.

Security Alarms

No alarm may be installed without priorapproval from the Presidio Trust. If you

would like to install a security alarm,please contact the Work Order ServiceCenter. Once a request is received, a

Trust planner/estimator will provide youwith a list of vendors that are approvedby the U.S. Park Police. All costs are

borne by the resident, including thoseassociated with removal at vacancy.

Satellite Dishes

Satellite dishes are prohibited without

the Presidio Trusts prior writtenconsent. If approved, installation must

be consistent with the Satellite DishGuidelines.

Basements

Walls and basement floors maybecome damp, especially during winter

months. If you have a basement,please take extra precautions whenyou store items that can be harmed

by moisture. The Presidio Trust mayprovide free palettes to help keepitems off of basement floors. Contact

the Presidio Trust Waste ReductionOffice at (415) 561-4260 for availability.We also recommend that residents

consider using off-site professionalfacilities to store items of special

significance.

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MOLD AND PEST

MANAGEMENTMold

Mold is triggered by poor air circulationand the presence of excess moisture.

Help prevent mold by taking thefollowing precautions:

Maintain good ventilationthroughout your home especially

in the shower, laundry, and cookingareas

Keep indoor surfaces dry

Use a squeegee to remove windowcondensation as soon as you see it

Never place a bed or mattress

directly on the floor

Clean bathrooms with mold-killingproducts

Place furniture at least two inchesaway from any wall

Report water leaks immediately tothe Work Order Service Center

To learn more about preventing mold

in your home, view the EnvironmentalProtection Agencys publication,

A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, andYour Home.

Managing Insects and Pests

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)is an effective and environmentally

sensitive approach to controlling peststhat uses a combination of practices.IPM solves pest problems while

minimizing risks to people and theenvironment.

The Presidio Trusts first goal is to keepinsects and rodents from entering

buildings. To achieve this, the Trustcloses building cracks, seals below- orat-grade crawl spaces, and screens

roof-top gutters.

If further measures are needed,trained staff members select the bestmanagement methods, limiting the

use of pesticides. The most effective,long-term way to manage pests is byusing a combination of techniques.

If you are concerned about insects

or rodents in or near your home,please contact the Presidio TrustWork Order Service Center. Prompt

reporting and early treatment help

keep buildings pest free.

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LIVING WITH

WILDLIFEThe Presidio is home to anextraordinarily diverse wildlifepopulation. More than 600 species,

from expansive birds of prey to NorthAmericas tiniest butterfly, make theirhome in the park. Even coyotes are

regularly spotted here.

The diversity of wildlife extendsbeyond the typical urban wildlifeseen in most city parks and

neighborhoods. As one of the last largeopen spaces in San Francisco, thePresidio is truly a wildlife refuge.

The presence of wildlife around the

park enlivens both the visitor andresident experience with sounds andsights that capture the imagination and

deepen a sense of community andplace. Wildlife also provide importantecological functionspollinate flowers,

prey on pest species, decomposeorganic matter, and replenish nutrientsin soils.

Birds

Because it is one of the largest openspaces in San Francisco, with plentiful

food and water, the Presidio is a havenfor many bird species seeking eithera permanent home or a safe resting

place on a migratory journey.

More than 85 percent of the animalsregularly seen in the Presidio arebirdsincluding more than 65 species

that live and nest in the park, andup to 175 additional species calledneotropical migrants. Many of these

migratory birds stop here (perhaps

in your backyard) during their annualtrips from their nesting grounds in the

tropics where they spend the winter,and northward again in the spring.

Species like Barn Swallows may neston your building and are protected

by the International Migratory BirdTreaty. If there is a problem with thelocation of a bird nest (e.g., the nest

is near a doorway), [email protected].

Coyotes

Since 2002, coyotes have been seenin the Presidio and other parts of the

city. Coyotes are smart and adaptableanimals. Regular extended contactwith humans can cause them to lose

their natural fear of people and may inturn cause behavioral problems.

In order to keep coyotes naturally timidof human contact, please restrict food

sources (pet food and trash) and keepyour distance from coyotes. If youhave a direct close encounter with a

coyote in the Presidio you may scare

it away by making loud noises and/orwaving your arms. To report a coyote

sighting or encounter, contact [email protected] (415) 561-4449.

Contact [email protected] you would like to learn first-hand

about the plants and ecosystems ofthe Presidio by volunteering in parkrestoration efforts.

To help protect the parksnature and wildlife please

Keep cats indoors and dogs on

a leash and supervised while

outdoors

Clean up after your animal and

keep food indoors

Keep refuse and recycling

containers tightly sealed

Respect the privacy of bird nests

Call the Presidio Trust Work Order

Service Center for rodent and pest

problems (toxic products can harm

hawks and owls)

Do not release unwanted pets

(e.g. turtles) into the park

Stay on trails

Abide by the terms of your lease

and other documents, including

the Presidio Residential Rules and

Rules for Planting in Containers

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PARKING AND

VEHICLESResidential Parking Permits

Parking is regulated in the Presidio.In residential neighborhoods this

allows us to fairly allocate spaces anddiscourage parking by non-residents.

Residents are required to obtainpermits from Presidio Residences.

Each Presidio household (with theexception of Letterman Apartmentsresidents) has one free designated,

exclusive-use parking space.Designated spaces can be a garage,driveway, carport, or numbered

parking stall. A permit is not required

to park in an assigned garage,driveway, or carport.

Additional vehicles must obtain a

permit from Presidio Residences.

Parking Permit Fees

The fee structure, subject to change,is as follows:

Street parking permit

$50 per month

Overflow lot parking permit$50 per month

Motorcycle parking permit$25 per month

Replacement permit

$125

One-day permits for guests$60 per packet of 20

Parking in Other Areas

of the Presidio

Permits must be purchased from paystations and properly displayed. Pleaserefer to the signage in each area for

details regarding time limits and fees.

Electric Vehicle

Charging Stations

There are four public electric vehicle

charging stations in the Presidio:

1. In front of the Crissy Field Center,near Mason Street at East Beach.http://www.parksconservancy.org/

assets/conservation/environmental-sustainability/pdfs/vehicle-charging-station-fact.pdf

2. In the Presidio Residences Main

Office parking lot at 558 PresidioBoulevard.

3. In the Taylor Road parking lot on theMain Post, immediately behind the

Presidio Trust office.

4. Behind the Thoreau Center forSustainability, between LincolnBoulevard and Edie Road in the

Letterman District.

Also, the Presidio Trust will assistresidents who are considering theinstallation of an individual charging

station at their home. For more

information on this, please review thecar charging fact sheet.

City CarShare

Carsharing is a membership-basedservice that allows participants to have

periodic access to a vehicle withoutowning one. City Carshare, a Bay Areanon-profit organization, operates three

drop-off/pick-up vehicle pods in thePresidio.

1080 Torney Avenue near theThoreau Center for Sustainability

20 Keyes Avenue on the Main Post

1801 Wedemeyer Street in the

Public Health Service District

To learn more about City CarShare orto register for membership, visitwww.citycarshare.org .

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PRESIDIGO

SHUTTLEThe Presidio Trust operates a freeshuttle servicePresidiGoservingpark residents, employees, and

visitors.There are two PresidiGo Shuttleroutes: Around the Park andDowntown.

This section provides an overview of

the service. Complete informationincluding routes and schedulesisavailable at www.presidio.gov/shuttle .

Residents can also register there foremail alerts and advisories.

SHUTTLE

The PresidiGo Around the Park Shuttleis free and available to residents,

employees, and visitors all day, sevendays a week, with no pass required.

The shuttle runs two continuous30-minute loops and offers stops near

all Presidio residential neighborhoods:

the Crissy Field Routeserves thenorthern Presidio including the MainPost, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort

Scott, and the Letterman District

the Presidio Hills Routeis abi-directional route serving theLetterman District, the Main Post,

Inspiration Point, WashingtonBoulevard, Baker Beach, and thePublic Health Service District

Both routes originate and terminate

at the Presidio Transit Center. Theyconnect with MUNI and Golden GateTransit at several locations.

The shuttle runs weekdays from

6:30 am to 7:30 pm. It operatesweekends from 11 am to 6:30 pm.

SHUTTLE

The Downtown Shuttle is free and

operates seven days a week. Itoriginates at the Presidio Transit Centerand provides round-trip service to

Embarcadero BART and the TransbayTerminal.

During peak commute hours (5:45 amto 9 am and 4:30 pm to 7 pm),

the PresidiGo Downtown Shuttleis restricted to Presidio residentsand employees. As a resident, you

will be required to present your

PresidiGo pass, available from PresidioResidences.

CalTrain Connector Shuttle

The Presidio Trust operates a shuttleservice that connects the PresidiGo

Downtown route to the CalTrain stationat 4th and King Streets. This connectorshuttle is funded through contributions

from Presidio employers and is onlyopen to Presidio employees andresidents who display an appropriate

boarding pass.

The CalTrain Connector runs Mondayto Friday during commute hours only.It runs a loop between the CalTrain

station and the Transbay Terminal,

where it makes a coordinated transferwith the PresidiGo Downtown Shuttle.The PresidiGo Shuttle operates

on a limited weekend schedule

on federal holidays.

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The Presidio is one of the Bay Areasfavorite venues for special events,including festivals and athletic

events. To the extent possible, largecommunity activities that involve majorroad closures are held on Sundays

before 11 am.

View a list of major special events,along with potential impacts toPresidio residential neighborhoods.

Planning an Event in the Presidio?

Some large private group activitiesrequire a special use permit because

of their impacts on park visitors. Theseactivities include, but are not limited to,any event where:

attendance will exceed 100 people

power generators are needed

alcohol will be for sale

there will be amplified music

road closures, detours, or

intermittent traffic stoppages areanticipated

tents or canopies are planned

liquid propane will be used

valet or shuttle service will beprovided

barbecue grills in excess of 805square inches are planned

portable toilets are necessary

underground utility clearances arerequired

rental or sales operators will be

invited

food trucks will be present

If you are planning an event that

includes any of these elements,contact the Presidio Trust at(415) 561-5447.

Please note that outdoor trampolinesand inflatable jumpy houses are notallowed at any time in any location in

the Presidio.

PLANNING

PARK EVENTS

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COMMUNITY

GARDENSThe Presidio Trust has establishedcommunity gardens in six residentialareas:

Baker Beach Kobbe Avenue MacArthur/Quarry Portola/Upper Portola

South Baker Beach West Washington

In general, garden plots are reservedfor residents of that neighborhood on a

first-come, first-served basis. However,the Kobbe Avenue garden is availableto all residents, pending availability.

If you are a resident of a neighborhood

that has a garden and would likeinformation on how to secure aplot, please call the Presidio Trust

Community Garden Coordinator at(415) 561-7639.

We hope to install additional gardensin the years to come and will notifyresidents about how to sign up for

new garden plots through a lotteryprocess.

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SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE

U.S. PARK POLICEVacation Security Checks

The United States Park Police (USPP)will conduct courtesy checks upon

request for Presidio residents who planto be away from their home for threeor more days.

Courtesy checks include an extra

patrol to a Presidio home and are anextension of normal patrol duties. Astime permits during a shift, a patrol

officer will visit to make a physicalinspection of the building exteriorand grounds. If there is a problem or

the officer has a question regarding

security, the officer will contact you.To sign up for a courtesy check, visitthe U.S. Park Police Headquarters

at 1217 Ralston Avenue (Fort ScottDistrict) IN PERSON to complete acourtesy check request form.

For directions or more information,

please contact Sgt. David Williams at(415) 561-5173 or [email protected].

Personal Home Inventory

How would you provide informationabout your valuables to police if your

home was burglarized?

How would you settle your insuranceclaims in the event of a significantproperty loss due to a fire or

earthquake?

If something happened to you, wouldyour loved ones know what youpossessed or where to find it?

If you experience a significant loss, it

can be difficult to recall what valuables

you possessed, record them, and thenassign an estimated value to them.

The challenge is compounded if you donot have access to your home for anextended period during an emergency.

To assist, the USPP offers Presidio

residents tools and information tocomplete their own personal homeinventory.

USPP will provide residents with a

State of California Department of

Insurance Home Inventory Guide.

Residents may complete the inventoryand store the guide in a secure

location.

Additionally, the USPP will loanPresidio residents an engraver thatcan be used to mark items of value so

they can be identified later. Residentsmay keep the engraver for two weeks.Please note that the U.S. Park Police

cannot assume responsibility or liabilityfor any damaged or devalued itemsthat residents have engraved or for

any loss residents may sustain in the

future.To request assistance with a personalhome inventory, contact Sgt. David

Williams at (415) 561-5173 or [email protected].

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OTHER

SERVICESPostal Services

A branch of the United States PostalService (USPS) is located in the

Presidio at 210 Lincoln Boulevard onthe Main Post.

The Marina branch of the USPS is usedfor new service requests, reporting a

problem with mail service, parcel pick-up, mail holds, and direct contact withyour mail carrier.

To submit an online change of address

request to the USPS, visitwww.usps.com/umove.

United States Postal Service

Presidio

210 Lincoln Boulevard

(next to the Transit Center)San Francisco, CA 94129(415) 563-4976

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 4 pm;closed for lunch 1:30 pm to 2 pm

United States Postal Service

Marina Branch

2055 Lombard Street

(between Fillmore and WebsterStreets)San Francisco, CA 94123

(415) 351-1875

Hours:Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pmSaturday, 9 am to 4:30 pm

Register to Vote

Although the Presidio is underfederal jurisdiction, park residents are

represented in local, state, and federalgovernment as follows:

San Francisco Board of Supervisors:2nd District

State Assembly: 19th District

State Senate: 11th District

United States Congress: 12th

District

Register to vote athttp://registertovote.ca.gov

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EMERGENCY

PREPAREDNESSIn a serious emergency, local serviceswill be affected, so a basic ruleof thumb is for people to be able

to take care of each other for 72hours before help arrives. SF72, awebsite brought to you by the San

Francisco Department of EmergencyManagement, is your hub foremergency preparedness:

www.sf72.org/home

At SF72, you will find informationabout what to do in an emergency,simple steps to get connected, and

useful guides to help you get prepared.

Please familiarize yourself with theinformation contained in the website,

being sure to remember that it is notmeant to be a substitute for abiding bythe terms of your residential lease and

other important requirements of livingin the Presidio.

Presidio EmergencyInformation Line

(415) 561-4500

Residents can listen to recordedinformation following a disastersuch as a major earthquake or

other large-scale event.

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Presidio Website

The Presidio website, offered by

the Presidio Trust, is the most

comprehensive resource for news andinformation about the park.

Social Media

Get Presidio updates and share your

photos, comments, and favorite parkexperiences.

Follow us @PresidioSF

#presdiopics

Presidio Resident eNews and

Neighborhood Updates

The Presidio Trust offers regular email

updates on park events and projects.At move-in, provide your email

address(es) to Presidio Residences.This will also ensure that you receiveupdates about projects that may

impact your home or neighborhood.

Presidio Town Hall

The Presidio Town Hall is run byvolunteer residents. To join the email

distribution list, send an invitationrequest to presidiotownhall

@gmail.

comwith your name and contact

information. There is also an opengroup on Facebook(Presidio ResidentsOrganization) where people can find

news about town hall meetings andother topics.

All residents are invited to town hallmeetings, which are held periodically.

Representatives from the PresidioTrust and Presidio Residences attendto answer questions or respond to

concerns.

The Presidian

The Presidianis a blog managed by

Presidio residents.

Yahoo! Groups

Presidio Parentsfosters a sense ofcommunity among park families. It

is operated by Presidio residents.Postings include: baby/kids items forsale or needed; referrals for childcare

or nanny care, bartering, and generalfamily-related questions and requests.

The Presidio Tenantsgroup is a forumestablished by residents who wish

to keep in contact about importantissues.

The Fort Scott/Pilots Rowgroup is acommunication forum for residents of

those neighborhoods.

STAYING

CONNECTED

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PRESIDIO

AT A GLANCE

1,491 acreswith 991 acresof open space

A nationally-

recognized18-hole golf

course22 residential

neighborhoods

200+organizations

24 miles ofhiking trails

15 miles of bikeways

8 scenic vistas

Hundreds of free public programs,

including nature walks, art and history

exhibits, and community festivals

3,000 residents

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PRESIDIO

AT A GLANCE

2 overnightsleepingoptions

including Innat the Presidioand Rob Hill

Campground

A dozen restaurants

4 picnic areas

4 stunning

sculpturesby Andy

Goldworthy

More than 400buildingslisted

on the NationalRegister

of Historic

Properties

13 distinctiveplant

communities

supporting 300native plant

species

Extraordinary habitatscoastal

bluffs and dunes, a saltwater marsh,a complete watershed, a spring-fedlake, and a forest planted by the

U.S. Army.

11 venues for

events andcelebrations

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ABOUT THE PRESIDIO

AND THE PRESIDIO TRUSTThe Presidio has a deep and richhistory. Presidio lands were hometo native peoples for more than a

thousand years. In 1776the sameyear this country was foundedthePresidio was established as Spains

northernmost outpost in the Americas.It then served as a Mexican frontier

outpost from 1822 until 1846, when itbegan its tenure as the most importantU.S. Army post on the Pacific Coast.

In 1989, Congress decided to closemany military basesincluding the

Presidio. The Presidio, however, wasfortunate to have a pre-ordained future.A 1972 law written by Congressman

Phillip Burton indicated that thePresidio would become part of thenational park system should the

military ever leave.

As the Army prepared to depart,the community and the NationalPark Service began planning for

the Presidios future as a publicpark. However, the high costs oftransforming the Presidiowith nearly

800 buildings and the infrastructure ofa small townled some in Congress to

consider selling the post. The Presidiosfuture was uncertain.

Community advocates rallied, andCongresswoman Nancy Pelosiled a bipartisan effort to save the

Presidio through partnership betweengovernment and a broad coalition ofsupporters. A new federal agency,

the Presidio Trust, was formed in1998 to work with the National ParkService and the non-profit Golden

Gate National Parks Conservancyto combine public funding with

contributions from park tenants,residents, volunteers, donors, andothers. Congress mandated that the

Trust become financially self-sufficientwithin 15 years. In 2013, the Trustachieved that goal, ushering in a new

era of public purpose.

The Presidio today is a partnership

park with many organizationsand individuals contributing to its

ongoing revitalization. Today, a diversecommunity lives and works in buildingsonce used by the military. Visitors

come from around the world toexperience nature and history, enjoypublic events, attend conferences, or

take in Golden Gate views. The Presidiois a vibrant place that invites discovery,welcomes the exchange of ideas, and

inspires service.

The Presidio

Located at the Golden Gate, thePresidio was the U.S. Armys

premier post for generations. Today,it is a National Historic LandmarkDistrict and a new kind of national

park site that offers broad benefitsfor the American people.

The Presidio Trust

The Presidio Trust is an innovative

federal agency created to save thePresidio as forever a public place.

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PRESIDIO HISTORY

1861Fort Point is

constructedto protect San

Francisco Bay

1915The Panama Pacific

International Exhibition is held

on the northern shoreline

1906The Presidio

is a refugefollowing the

San Francisco

earthquake

and fire

1917The Presidioserves as an

officers training

center during

WWI

1822A year after Mexico

declares independence

from Spain, the Presidio

becomes a Mexican

frontier outpost

1846Spain establishes El Presidio

de San Francisco

The Presidio becomes

a U.S. Army post

The first dawn-to-dusk

transcontinental flight

touches down at Crissy

Field on June 23, 1924

Ohlone begin occupying

a site along the northern

shoreline

17761924

700circa

1937The Golden

Gate Bridge

opens totraffic on

May 28,

1937

1972The Golden Gate National

Recreation Area is created with the

stipulation that the Presidio will joinif the Army leaves

1962

The Presidio reaches the peak of

its strategic military importance

during WWII

The U.S. Army lowers its flag and

the Presidio joins the Golden Gate

National Recreation Area and is

managed in its entirety by the

National Park Service for four years

The Presidio is declared a National

Historic Landmark District

The Base Realignment

and Closure

Commission lists

the Presidio for

closure

1945 1994

19891995The Tides Foundation begins

rehabilitating the former Letterman

Hospital to house the Thoreau

Center for Sustainability, a center

for non-profit organizations.

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PRESIDIO HISTORY

2008

Restored airplane hangars take on

recreational uses at Crissy Field; artist Andy

Goldsworthy creates the sculpture Spire

2013

2005The Letterman

Digital Arts

Center and the

Bay School of

San Francisco

open at the

Presidio

2010A newly

rehabilitated Public

Health Service

District opens

as the Presidios

first green

neighborhood

2006A Redwood grove

is dedicated in

honor of park

champions

Dr. Edgar and

Peggy Wayburn

2007The Camping at the

Presidio program is

launched

2009The Walt Disney

Family Museum

opens following

the rehabilitation

of an historic

Montgomery Street

Barracks building

Restoration at

El Poln Spring

is completed

2011

The parks first lodge, Inn at the Presidio,

opens to the public; the Fort Scott Council is

established to advise on the National Center

for Service and Innovative Leadership

2012

The Presidio Trust operates

without annual taxpayer support

1998The Presidio Trust assumes

responsibility for the interior 80

percent of the Presidio, and the

Trust board meets for the first time

Congresswoman Nancy

Pelosi commemorates the

Presidios 10th Anniversary

as a national park site

The Presidio Trust

Management Planis adopted;

a campaign to improve and

expand trails throughout the

Presidio and the Golden Gate

National Recreation Area

is launched with partners

2002

2004

1999The Presidio Trust, the National

Park Service, and the Army sign

agreements ensuring environmental

remediation of the Presidio

2001The Crissy Field marsh

and the historic air fieldare restored by the

National Park Service,

the Golden Gate National

Parks Conservancy, and

community stewards

2000The San Francisco

Film Centre completes

rehabilitation of the

historic former Sixth

Army Headquarters on

the Main Post

1996Bi-partisan

legislation led byCongresswoman

Nancy Pelosi creating

the Presidio Trust is

signed by President

Bill Clinton

1997President Clinton appoints the

Trusts founding board of directors

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NATURE AND

WILDLIFEThe Presidios land tells a story ofpeople, place, and change. Overthousands of years the geology,

topography, and climates createddiverse natural landscapes. Manygenerations shaped these wilds,

from the Native Ohlone to Spanish,Mexican, and American settlers whobrought their traditions and created

an enduring military presence at theGolden Gate.

Many habitats that have been lost inthe urban San Francisco Bay Area still

thrive in the Presidio. The Presidio istruly an oasis of nature in the city.

Today, the Presidio Trust, inpartnership with the National Park

Service and Golden Gate NationalParks Conservancy, is dedicated toenhancing and protecting the Presidios

open spaces. For generations to comethe Presidio will remain a refuge wherevisitors can experience Californias

natural heritage.

Have You Seen Me?The Presidios rich and varied resources contribute significantly to the San

Francisco Bay Areas designation as an international biodiversity hotspot.

Share your observations of nature inthe Presidio using the iNaturalist app(download at www.inaturalist.org)

>350native plant species

60,000 eucalyptus,pine, cypress, andredwood treesoriginally plantedby the U.S. Army

100sof native bee,dragonfly, and spiderspecies

3 watershedshosting awealth of waterresourcesincluding naturalsprings, wetlands,creeks, and a

natural lake

5 speciesprotected

by theEndangered

Species Act

14 native plantcommunities,

including oakwoodlands,

chaparral, and

dunes

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ACTIVITIESArt + Culture

Artist Andy Goldsworthy has fourinstallations on display in the park:Wood Line,Spire,Tree Fall,and Earth

Wall. For details, visit the website(www.presidio.gov/art ). Culture loverswill also enjoy the Walt Disney Family

Museum, Arion Press, and the ChinaBrotsky Art Gallery at the ThoreauCenter for Sustainability.

Dining + Picnicking

Casual cafs and fine diningestablishments can be found around

the Presidio. The parks latest additionsare The Commissaryand Arguello,new restaurants by the Presidio Trust

and award-winning chef Traci DesJardins. For a list of restaurants, visit

the website (www.presidio.gov/food).For informal outdoor gatherings, visitthe picnic areas at Crissy Field, El PolnSpring, Baker Beach, and Immigrant

Point Overlook. Off the Grid eventstake place on the Main Parade Groundfrom April to October.

Golf

Presidio Golf Course was rated the#16 public course in the nation byGolfweekmagazine. Once restrictedto military officers and private clubmembers, today the 18-hole course

is open to the public. The courseincludes a driving range, a full servicerestaurant, and a pro shop. To book

a tee time or make a restaurantreservation, visitwww.presidiogolf.com.

Birding

With many habitats, from a tidal marshto a cypress forest, the Presidio is ahaven for birds. Approximately 300

bird species have been sighted in thePresidio and more than 60 are knownto breed here. The park is an important

resting point for migratory birds alongthe Pacific Coast Flyway. Popular birdwatching locations include El Poln

Spring and the marsh at Crissy Field.

Beaches

Enjoy the sandy shorelines at BakerBeach and Marshalls Beach in the

western Presidio and along thenorthern waterfront at Crissy Field.

Mountain Lake also features a smallbeachfront not far from a playground.

History

The parks history is reflectedeverywhere, from the forest plantedby the U.S. Army to the 433 historic

buildings. The Presidio Officers Clubon the Main Post is the starting pointfor connecting with the parks heritage.

To learn about the exhibits andofferings visit www.presidio.gov/poc.Other popular places for connecting

with the past are at El Poln Spring,Fort Point National Historic Site,San Francisco National Cemetery, the

World War II West Coast Memorial,and the Marine Cemetery Vista.Outdoor historic interpretive panels are

located around the park, particularly onthe Presidio Promenade trail.

Playgrounds

Take the kids to Julius Kahn or

Mountain Lake Playgrounds. The MainParade Ground on the Main Post isalso a wonderful place to gather

and play.

Volunteer

Drop-in opportunities are availableevery day of the week except Monday.Spend a few hours helping to care for

the parks great outdoors.

Hiking + Biking

Explore the Presidio on the parks

extensive hiking and biking trailnetwork. With 24 miles of trails, 15miles of in-road bike lanes, and eightoverlooks and vistas, the Presidio

offers experiences to suit any mood.Enjoy a history walk that tracesthe birthplace of San Francisco, a

contemplative journey through ashaded forest, or a major workoutalong the coastal bluffs.

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DESTINATIONS

Main Post

The historic heart of the Presidio is now the center ofthe visitor experience. Get immersed in the parks heritage atthe Presidio Officers Club while enjoying an array of eventsand destinations.

Highlights: Visitor Center, Presidio Officers Club, TransitCenter, Inn at the Presidio, Walt Disney Family Museum,Sunday Off the Grid Picnic at the Presidio on the Main ParadeGround (April to October), The Commissary restaurant,Arguello Restaurant, Andy Goldsworthys, Presidio BowlingCenter, Society of California Pioneers

Fort Scott District

This beautiful campus, once the Army Coast ArtilleryCorps headquarters, introduced Mission-style architectureto the Presidio. Today, Fort Scott is home to the PresidioInstitute, a Presidio Trust initiative to bring togetherorganizations from various sectors to advance leadership andservice. Fort Scott offers Golden Gate Bridge views and issituated near several trails and overlooks.

Highlights:Presidio Institute headquarters, Presidio Nursery,

Organic Community Garden, World War II West CoastMemorial, Log Cabin

Tennessee Hollow + El Poln Spring

Tennessee Hollow, the Presidios largest watershed,is undergoing a major springs-to-bay restoration andrevitalization. At its heart is El Poln Spring, a site of historicand ecological importance anda favorite destination for birders and picnickers.

Highlights: Bilingual interpretive exhibits at El Poln Spring,Andy Goldsworthys Spireand Wood Line, Lovers Lane,Inspiration Point

Crissy Field

The waterfront offers Golden Gate views, paths forwalking and biking, beaches, picnic areas, and bird watching.The shoreline was once the site of the first air coast defensestation on the west coast. Today, the historic hangars arerecreational destinations.

Highlights: Military Intelligence School Historic LearningCenter, West Bluff, East Beach, Farallones Visitor Center, LaPetite Baleen, House of Air, Planet Granite, Sports Basement,Roaring Mouse Cycles, Warming Hut, Crissy Field Center,Beach Hut Caf, Batters Box SF

Golden Gate Bridge

Constructed in the Art Deco era, the Golden GateBridge is one of the worlds most recognizable structures. ABridge Pavilion welcomes visitors with exhibits and a caf.Enjoy a walk across the span and take in the views. Trails linkthe bridge to other park destinations.

Highlights: Bridge Pavilion and Caf, Fort Point NationalHistoric Site, historic gun batteries

San Francisco National Cemetery

This is the first national cemetery on the West Coastand the final resting place for 30,000 soldiers, familymembers, and notable figures. A walk among the uniformwhite gravestones tells the stor y of Americas involvement inforeign and domestic conflicts for two centuries.

Highlights: National Cemetery Overlook just above thecemetery off the Bay Area Ridge Trail, Memorial DayCommemoration, interpretive walks

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Beaches + Coastal Bluffs

Baker Beach is a sandy mile-long stretch featuringstunning views of the Pacific Ocean, the Marin Headlands,sunsets, bird life, and the Golden Gate Bridge. It connects tonearby Marshalls Beach and the wild coastal bluffs, whichfeature unique dune plants and serpentine rock formations.

Highlights: Disappearing Gun at Battery Chamberlin,Battery Crosby, Battery Godfrey, Baker Beach picnic area,Batteries to Bluffs Trail, Coastal Trail, Golden Gate Overlook,Pacific Overlook

Public Health Service District, Mountain Lake+ Lobos Valley

The Public Health Service District once housed a U.S. MarineHospital. Today, the a reawhich overlooks Lobos Valley, thePresidios water sourcehas been revitalized as a green

neighborhood where cultural and educational organizationsthrive. Nearby Mountain Lake, one of the few natural lakes inSan Francisco, is undergoing a major restoration.

Highlights: Arion Press, Juan Bautista de Anza Trail, LobosValley Overlook, Marine Cemeter y Vista, Mountain Lake Trail

Presidio Golf Course

Presidio Golf Course is renowned for its spectacularforest setting and challenging play. Once restricted to militaryofficers and private club members, today the 18-hole coursewelcomes the public with a full-service restaurant, pro shop,and driving range. Built in 1895, the course is a contributingfeature to the Presidios National Historic Landmark status.

Highlights: restaurant, Golf Course General Store, drivingrange

Letterman District

The Army built its first permanent general hospital here,serving generations of military personnel. The district wasnamed in 1911 for Major Jonathan Letterman, who createdthe first effective ambulance service for the evacuation ofcasualties. Today, visitors can connect with the Presidioshistory and enjoy unique views toward the Palace of Fine Arts.

Highlights: interpretive historic exhibits, the China Brotsky ArtGallery at the Thoreau Center for Sustainability, restaurants,

Yoda statue and meadow at the Letterman Digital Arts Center,Crossfit, SenSpa, Presidio YMCA, Presidio Sport and Medicine

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SPECIAL EVENT VENUES

Presidio Officers Club

Located in the heart of the park, the Presidio Officers Clubis the parks most historic building. It features a second-floorballroom with stunning bay views. A courtyard on the groundfloor is a beautiful backdrop for a variety of small gatherings.

Golden Gate Club

Built in 1949, the Golden Gate Club was the enlisted mensservice club and the site of several historic events. Today, itis a popular venue for celebrations, conferences, meetings,and trade shows. It features a large ball room with bay views,several breakout rooms, and an elegant courtyard.

Observation Post

No other venue in San Francisco brings guests closer to awe-inspiring Golden Gate views than the Observation Post at thePresidio. With an open floor plan and panoramic views, theballroom is ideal for celebrations and ceremonies as well asmeetings and retreats.

Log Cabin

Built in 1937, the historic Log Cabin was once a non-commissioned officers club. The rustic cabin with a Spanishred-tile roof is a popular venue for celebrations, meetings,and events. The large lawn is a perfect setting for weddingceremonies and receptions, and offers views of the SanFrancisco skyline.

Chapel of Our Lady

Built in 1864, the Chapel of Our Lady was the Presidios firsthouse of worship. Today it is a popular setting for weddingsand celebrations of life. A courtyard area is well-suited forstanding receptions.

Inspiration Point

Inspiration Point is situated above the parks largestwatershed, Tennessee Hollow. From this panoramicoverlook, visitors can take in views of San Francisco Bay,Alcatraz, Angel Island, rare serpentine grasslands, and thePresidio forest.

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SPECIAL EVENT VENUES

Presidio Chapel

Built in 1931, the chapel features SpanishMission Revival architecture, arched stained-glass windows, a magnificent fresco, a highceiling with redwood beams, wrought-ironchandeliers, and lovely oak doors. An outdoorgarden is the perfect place for taking photos,gathering before a ceremony, or hosting astanding reception.

Presidio Golf Course Clubhouse

The clubhouse at Presidio Golf Courseis designed in the Craftsman style andfeatures vaulted ceilings, French doors, richcherry wood paneling, a large limestonefireplace, and an outdoor terrace. Popular forcelebrations and meetings, the venue offerssweeping views of the golf course and thePresidio forest.

Presidio Institute at Fort Scott

Located in Fort Winfield Scotts century-oldbarracks buildings, the Presidio Instituteis dedicated to cross-sector leadershipdevelopment. This stately Mission Revivalstyle campus offers small- to mid-sizedmeeting spaces, includes a catering kitchen,and is adjacent to a large parade ground withviews of the Golden Gate Bridge. The spacesare well-suited for trainings, retreats, andcorporate events.

San Francisco Film Centre

The San Francisco Film Centre hosts abeautiful 2,775 square foot event space.Known as the Palm Room, the venue offersan expansive view of the historic Main Postand the Golden Gate Bridge. Contact them [email protected].

Inn at the Presidio

The Inn at the Presidio allows for a completepark experience for small meetings andsocial gatherings. In addition to lodging, theInn features two 425-square-foot meetingspaces accommodating up to 20 personseach. A dining room and catering kitchen arealso available.

The Commissary and Arguello

The Commissaryand Arguello, two newrestaurants by the Presidio Trust and award-winning chef Traci Des Jardins, are availablefor special events. Des Jardins and thePresidio Trust also offer Presidio FoodsCatering, a food and event planning servicethat supports events occurring within thepark. Learn more at www.presidio.gov/food.

Presidio Social Club

Presidio Social Club hosts a variety of eventsand parties in its private dining room, on itspatio, or throughout its entire restaurant.Contact them at [email protected].

Walt Disney Family Museum

The Walt Disney Family Museum offersvenue rental space at its Main Post facility.Contact them at [email protected].

To inquire about venues, contactthe Presidio Trust at (415) 561-5444.

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SATURDAYS

Habitat Restoration withPresidio Park Stewards

Every Saturday, 9 am toNoon. Meeting location is thePresidio Transit Center.

Landscape Care with PresidioShoreline Maintenance

Every Saturday,9 am to Noon.Meeting location varies.

Presidio Nursery

Every Saturday, 1 to 4 pm.Meeting location is 1249a

Appleton Road, Fort Scott.

SUNDAYS


Every Sunday, 10 am to1 pm. Meeting location is thePresidio Transit Center.

TUESDAYS

Landscape Care with PresidioCampground Stewards

Every First Tuesday,10 am to 1 pm.Meeting location is theInspiration Point Overlook.

Trails Maintenance withPresidio Trail Stewards

Every Second Tuesday, 10 amto 1 pm. Meeting location isthe Inspiration Point Overlook.

WEDNESDAYS


Every Wednesday,9 am to Noon.Meeting location is thePresidio Transit Center.

Presidio Nursery

Every Wednesday, 1 to 4 pm.Meeting location is 1249aAppleton Road, Fort Scott.

THURSDAYS

Landscape Care with PresidioShoreline Maintenance

Every Thursday, 9 am to noon.Meeting location varies.

Habitat Restoration with ParkStewardship San Francisco

Every Thursday, 1 to 4 pm.Meeting location varies.

Compost + Salvage

Every Second Thursday,10 am to 12:30 pm.Meeting location varies.

FRIDAYS

Garden and LandscapeCare with Presidio GardenStewards

Every Third Friday,9 am to noon.Meeting location is theInspiration Point Overlook.

Forest and Tree Care withPresidio Forest Stewards

First and Second Fridays,9 am to Noon.Meeting location is theInspiration Point Overlook.

Habitat Restoration withPresidio Plant Patrol

Every Friday, 1 to 4 pm.Meeting location is thePresidio Transit Center.

VOLUNTEER

OPPORTUNITIESVolunteer activities happen just about every day of the week in the Presidio. The drop-in programs listed below provide flexibleopportunities that work with any schedule. A summary of programs is below. Note: there are no programs on Mondays.

Volunteer Information

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