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Mount Diablo Interpretive Association

MDIA is an all-volunteer organization supporting Mount Diablo State Park.

11/02/2026

THE BLOOM REPORT for this week contains 1 new additions and 5 subtractions with a total of 46 blooms on the mountain. The wildflower season is winding down, this list will be published every third week moving forward.
See the list at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rH1cPItwB0Ys1x2XwwNPrJXFispY9rUZ/view?usp=sharing
Check out Mount Diablo Interpretive Association's Online Wildflower Guide at https://www.mdia.org/wildflower-guide.
Photo: Greater Periwinkle by Steve Smith

10/21/2026

Join us for a live webinar: Wildlife Photography with Vishal Subramanyan — October 21, 2026, 7:00–8:00 PM (PT). Learn pro techniques for capturing animals in the wild, ask questions, and see stunning images. Registration required. Save your spot: https://wix.to/t33Gh3P

10/20/2026

If you enjoy photography and want to see a wonderful bobcat story, I encourage you to join us for tomorrow’s webinar. Vishal Subramanyan is a truly amazing photographer and videographer. You won’t be disappointed!

Webinar - Registration Required

10/08/2026

THE BLOOM REPORT for this week contains 4 new additions and 26 subtractions with a total of 49 blooms on the mountain. The wildflower season is winding down, this list will be published every third week moving forward.
See the list at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rH1cPItwB0Ys1x2XwwNPrJXFispY9rUZ/view?usp=sharing
Check out Mount Diablo Interpretive Association's Online Wildflower Guide at https://www.mdia.org/wildflower-guide.
Photo: California Loosestrife by Dan Fitzgerald

09/25/2026

🍂 Fall is a beautiful time to explore Mount Diablo!

Looking for a fun way to enjoy the park with your family? Visit our Learn page and download the Scavenger Hunt or Walk in the Woods guide. They’re great ways to slow down, explore, and discover some of the many wonders of Mount Diablo together.

📚 Back to school? Students working on science reports can explore our nature articles for ideas and inspiration.

🍎 Teachers: Be sure to check out the educational resources on our Learn page as you launch your STEAM curriculum this fall.

There’s always something new to discover on Mount Diablo — both on the trail and in the classroom!

👉 https://www.mdia.org/learn

09/18/2026

THE BLOOM REPORT for this week contains 3 new additions and 10 subtractions with a total of 72 blooms on the mountain. The wildflower season is winding down, this list will be published every third week moving forward.
See the list at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rH1cPItwB0Ys1x2XwwNPrJXFispY9rUZ/view?usp=sharing
Check out Mount Diablo Interpretive Association's Online Wildflower Guide at https://www.mdia.org/wildflower-guide.
Photo: Coyote Brush (female) by Steve Beatty

09/07/2026

Mount Diablo State Park Wonder Hikes 2026 continue at Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center on September 9 — a guided morning of fresh air, scenic trails, and nature discovery. Reservation required. Start: 8:30 AM — End: 12:30 PM. Bring water, sun protection, and sturdy shoes. Learn more & reserve your spot: https://wix.to/jP3eyWp

09/07/2026

Join us for the Wild Mount Diablo Film Fest — an online webinar showcasing breathtaking films and conversations about nature and conservation. Webinar: September 9, 2026, 7:00–8:00 PM (PT). Registration required. Secure your spot: https://wix.to/W3TvhBU

09/04/2026

It's time for a bioblitz! Join the effort to document the amazing diversity of Mount Diablo State Park during our weeklong celebration of .

Choose your trail or trails and go out bioblitzing (collecting pictures of living things 🦝🌻🦉🌳) anytime the park is open during the week of Sept. 5 -13.

If you upload your observations to iNaturalist (a free app), they will help you identify what you discovered, and it will automatically be added to the California Biodiversity Week project for the park.

Deer, squirrels, birds, butterflies, dragonflies, lizards, snakes, spiders, trees, lichen, flowers, and more are here...what will you see? How many species can we find in one week? 🦋🐍🌿🌼🦌

Address

96 Mitchell Canyon Road
Canyon Road, CA
94517

Telephone

+19259277222

Website

https://www.mdia.org/

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