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Become a Member

The Regional Parks Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit in support of the East Bay Regional Park District. In addition to working to provide "Access for All," the Foundation also operates the Park District's Membership Program.

Membership Updates for 2009
  • No increase in annual Membership or permit fees
  • Same great benefits as in 2008
  • Temporary Membership Cards will no longer be issued
  • Boat inspection fees will continue
  • Park closures may occur at various times throughout the year. Call ahead to find out park information or log onto www.ebparks.org
  • No refunds and/or discounts will be issued due to park and/or lake closures.

Membership Benefits

  1. Personalized Membership Cards for each named individual.
  2. Unlimited Day-Use Parking for each cardholder.
  3. One annual dog pass (good for one dog).
  4. Free swimming during the swim season (children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a person at least 16 years of age).
  5. Free admission to Ardenwood Historic Farm on NON-event days.
  6. Subscription to Regional in Nature (an activities newsletter).
  7. Camping discounts: $10 off per night November–March, and $5 off per night April–October. $8 camping reservation fee applies. Discounts can be applied with no advanced reservation if space is available, or through the Regional Parks Reservation Department at 1-888-327-2757, option 2. Discounts can only be applied to reservations made by telephone. All cancellations incur an $8 cancellation fee as well as additional charges when the cancellation is made within 3 days of the reservation date(s). Can be used on multiple camping reservations separated by at least two days. Reservation fees apply.
  8. The option of purchasing Add-on features.
  9. Discounts from Urban Park Concessionaires1:
    • 50% off all-day bike rentals or one-hour tram tours at Angel Island State Park. Please visit www.angelisland.com.
  10. Discounts from The Picnic People1:

Note: Certain restrictions apply, and discounts can not be combined with any other offers. For more information regarding these benefits, please call us at (510) 544-2203 or 2214, or email us at membership@ebparks.org.

Annual Membership Packages for Residents of Alameda & Contra Costa Counties

Individual Membership

Individual Membership is valid for one person only, 16 years of age or older.

Membership Type Annual Cost
Regular $50
Senior
(62 years or older)		 $40
Senior Partner Pass
(Partner Passes are for seniors only, 62 years or older, with purchase of a Senior Membership)		 $10
Disabled Person $40
Student
(Students must be full-time and currently enrolled)		 $40
Regular Angler **
(Includes all the benefits of Basic Membership plus annual boat launch and fishing permits for one named individual; state fishing permit also required for individuals 16 years or older)		 $250
Senior, Disabled Person, Student Angler **
(Includes all the benefits of Basic Membership plus annual boat launch and fishing permits for one named individual; state fishing permit also required for individuals 16 years or older)		 $150

** No refunds and/or discounts will be issued due to park and/or lake closures.
Additional fees may apply for boat inspections.

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Family Membership

Family Membership is good for up to two named individuals (16 years or older) and up to four children (ages 1-17) living in the same household. Family Membership cannot be used as Group Membership for child care centers, schools, or businesses.

Membership Type Annual Cost
Regular $95
Senior
(62 years or older)		 $80
Disabled Person
(Must be head of household)		 $80
Student
(Students must be full-time, currently enrolled, and head of household)		 $80

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Annual Membership Packages for Non-Residents of Alameda & Contra Costa Counties

Individual Membership

Membership Type Annual Cost
Regular $65
Angler **
(Includes all the benefits of Basic Membership plus annual boat launch and fishing permits for one named individual; state fishing permit also required for individuals 16 years and older)		 $325
** No refunds and/or discounts will be issued due to park and/or lake closures.
Additional fees may apply for boat inspections. 		 .

Family Membership

Family Membership is for families living in the same household

Membership Type Annual Cost
Regular $125

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Donor Circle Membership

As a Donor Circle Member, you can enjoy all the benefits of Family Membership in addition to assisting others. By becoming a Donor Circle Member, you will help underserved populations to have improved access to the Regional Parks. While all contributions made through Donor Circle Membership are directed to where the need is greatest, your donation helps send low-income kids to camp, provides the elderly with transportation to the Regional Parks, and gives disabled children the chance to catch a fish in one of the Park District's fishing lakes.

Created in 1969 to support the Park District, the Regional Parks Foundation (RPF) is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit. The RPF's mission is to raise funds to provide broader public access, resource enhancement and preservation, and support for educational and recreational programs.

All Donor Circle Membership Packages, regardless of residency, include:

  1. One Family Membership Package for up to two named individuals and up to four children.
  2. Special invitations to both public and private events hosted throughout the Park District.
  3. The opportunity to help others enjoy the Regional Parks who might not otherwise have the chance.
  4. Donations above the cost of Family Membership are tax-deductible. This amount varies depending on residency within or outside of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. The Regional Parks Foundation's Federal Tax ID # is 23-7011877.

Donor Circle Annual Membership Packages

Membership Type Annual Cost
Tilden Circle $250
Reinhardt Circle $500
Mott Circle $750
'34 Club
('34 Club Members receive a one-time commemorative sterling silver lapel pin)		 $1,200

Contributions made through Donor Circle Memberships may not be restricted so that your donation may be directed to where the need is greatest. For more information about Membership benefits, please call us at (510) 544-2203 or 2214, or email us at membership@ebparks.org. Back to top

Membership Add-Ons

Add-ons are good for one year and must accompany an Individual or Family Membership package.

Add-On Annual Cost
Additional Dog Pass $25 per dog
Teen Parking Permit $25 per teen
Additional Child to a Family Membership Package $10 per child

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How to Purchase a Membership

Purchase Online

To purchase your Membership online, visit the Regional Parks Foundation website.

Purchase by Mail

  1. Download a membership application, or call us at (510) 544-2203 or 2214. You may also email membership@ebparks.org for a Membership application.
  2. Once your application is complete, simply mail it back with your payment to: Regional Parks Foundation, P.O. Box 21074, Crestmont Station, Oakland, CA 94620, Attn: Memberships.
  3. Check, VISA, MasterCard and American Express are accepted. Make checks payable to Regional Parks Foundation.

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Purchase at a Visitor Center or Park Entry Kiosk

You can purchase a Membership from any Regional Park entry kiosk or visitor center. For a list of visitor centers, click here. Check, VISA, MasterCard and American Express are accepted. Cash cannot and will not be accepted. Make checks payable to Regional Parks Foundation. Back to top

Purchase at our Administrative Headquarters

If you are in the area, you can visit our administrative headquarters at 2950 Peralta Oaks Court in Oakland and purchase your Membership. Cash, check, VISA, MasterCard and American Express are accepted. Make checks payable to Regional Parks Foundation. For Yahoo map to our Administrative Headquarters, click here. Back to top

Source URL:
http://www.ebparks.com/getinvolved/memberships