In the Woods NightLife

Venture off the beaten path for fresh ideas on how to enjoy some fresh air, and hone your survival skills with help from people who actually know how.

Presidio Trust and Save the Redwoods League will bring a bit of the outdoors into NightLife to get you into the spirit. Sharpen your navigation skills with a topographic map workshop with REI.

Get tips and inspiration on how to set up camp in style with the experts from Shelter Co. Weekend Sherpa founder Brad Day will share his favorite lesser-known outdoor activities in the Bay Area.

Plus, get a tutorial on how to identify edible and medicinal plants in nature with Blue Wind Botanical Medicine Clinic & Education Center. Dr. Matt Lewin, Director of the Academy's Center for Exploration and Travel Health, will discuss the novel new system he pioneered for treating venomous snakebites, one of the most neglected of tropical diseases.