Upcoming events

Due to the pandemic, we had to postpone our usual events. We are gradually adding our old events: monthly cleanups and weed pulls, the annual Easter Egg Hunt in the spring, the Canine Good Citizen test in September, and the Barktoberfest costume parade and contest in October. These are great opportunities to build community, pitch in, and meet fellow dog guardians and their dogs!

PI CLEAN-UP DAY
Mar
30

PI CLEAN-UP DAY

CLEAN-UP DAY at Point Isabel

Saturday, March 30th

10 a.m -- Noon

Join us this Saturday morning to pick up "stuff” or pull weeds, including early foxtails!

Bring your own gloves and gardening tools or use ours.

Stay for 15 minutes or the whole two hours -- every bit helps.

Meet us between the Rydin Road parking lot and the footbridge. (Sign up ahead at info@pido.org or just show up.)

Ask about our special treats for all good dogs -- and their people!

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Earth Day Work Party
Apr
21

Earth Day Work Party

Show our trees some love

Join PIDO and East Bay Regional Park District on Sunday, April 21 (Earth Day weekend) between 10 a.m. and noon to mulch our newest trees. Meet in the long, flat field between Hoffman Channel and the Bay Trail bike path (the field with two benches, one backless). Come for 10 minutes or two hours…every bit helps! Bring rakes, hoes, shovels, and gloves, if you have them, and your own drinking water. This year we'll be adding dirt around the young trees and filling in holes to reduce tripping hazards and improve the appearance of the park. If you park in the Rydin Road parking lot, walk toward Mudpuppy's.)

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OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101
Jun
15

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

Professional trainer Birgit Hafermann will review essential off-leash skills, explore lesser-known techniques (such as emergency recall commands), and share tips and tricks learned by PIDO members over the years. New dog owners who want to shorten their learning curves as well as dogs and people who want to sharpen their skills are all welcome. Email info@pido.org to sign up. The class is free but limited to 10 participants.

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OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101
Sep
14

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

Professional trainer Birgit Hafermann will review essential off-leash skills, explore lesser-known techniques (such as emergency recall commands), and share tips and tricks learned by PIDO members over the years. New dog owners who want to shorten their learning curves as well as dogs and people who want to sharpen their skills are all welcome. Email info@pido.org to sign up. The class is free but limited to 10 participants.

Photo by Penny Green

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Barktoberfest
Oct
27

Barktoberfest

PIDO’s Barktoberfest Halloween dog costume contest and parade is Sunday, October 29, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm at Point Isabel Regional Shoreline — parade begins at 1 pm. Judges this year include East Bay Regional Park District Director Elizabeth Echols and Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia.

WHEN: Register for costume contest at 12:30, if you’re competing. (See entry fees below.) Short parade begins at 1 pm, followed by judging, prizes, and photos of winners.

WHERE: The field north of Sit and Stay Café/ Mudpupppy’s, 1 Isabel Street. Arrive early; parking may be difficult.

HOW MUCH: Dog costume contest is free for PIDO members, $5 for non-members. The parade is free. Contest categories: First, second, and third place in Small, Medium, and Large Dog categories, plus one grand prize (“Judges’ Choice”).

SPOOKY MERCH: Limited edition PIDO hoodies and tees are on sale now for our upcoming Barktoberfest Halloween costume contest and parade. We have new sizes and colors decked out with our spooky logo — while they last.

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CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TEST
Nov
16

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TEST

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN LOW-COST TEST

AKC Canine Good Citizen test (nominal $10 fee to pay for certified trainer). Handler/dog teams are tested in 10 areas. Dogs who didn’t pass in 2022 may retest for free if you let us know ahead of time (email info@pido.org).

Your dog must be able to walk calmly on a loose leash, pass other dogs and people, show no extreme reactions to several levels of distractions, demonstrate smooth responses to obedience cues, and be handled by and left alone with a stranger without being stressed. Testing takes about 15 minutes.

Dog owners participating in the CGC test sign the Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge, committing to maintain the pet’s health, safety, and quality of life. You can self-train for the tests (visit the AKC website), or attend a class. Nancy Frensley provides CGC classes and testing at Berkeley Humane (contact: Nancy@finessedogtraining.net).

Come early, so you can secure your slot on a first come, first served basis. Be aware - the test will take place in an area, the “ring,” which will have a visible barrier/fence, but is accessible to on- and off-leash dogs. It’s near the parking lot and café patio area.

Meet at field behind Mudpuppy’s. You can get more details on the PIDO Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2096046010599942

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OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101
Dec
14

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

Professional trainer Birgit Hafermann will review essential off-leash skills, explore lesser-known techniques (such as emergency recall commands), and share tips and tricks learned by PIDO members over the years. New dog owners who want to shorten their learning curves as well as dogs and people who want to sharpen their skills are all welcome. Email info@pido.org to sign up. The class is free but limited to 10 participants.

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OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101
Mar
16

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

Professional trainer Birgit Hafermann will review essential off-leash skills, explore lesser-known techniques (such as emergency recall commands), and share tips and tricks learned by PIDO members over the years. New dog owners who want to shorten their learning curves as well as dogs and people who want to sharpen their skills are all welcome. Email info@pido.org to sign up. The class is free but limited to 10 participants.

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OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101
Dec
9

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

Professional trainer Birgit Hafermann will review essential off-leash skills, explore lesser-known techniques (such as emergency recall commands), and share tips and tricks learned by PIDO members over the years. New dog owners who want to shorten their learning curves as well as dogs and people who want to sharpen their skills are all welcome. Email info@pido.org to sign up. The class is free but limited to 10 participants.

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Barktoberfest
Oct
29

Barktoberfest

PIDO’s Barktoberfest Halloween dog costume contest and parade is Sunday, October 29, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm at Point Isabel Regional Shoreline — parade begins at 1 pm. Judges this year include East Bay Regional Park District Director Elizabeth Echols and Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia.

WHEN: Register for costume contest at 12:30, if you’re competing. (See entry fees below.) Short parade begins at 1 pm, followed by judging, prizes, and photos of winners.

WHERE: The field north of Sit and Stay Café/ Mudpupppy’s, 1 Isabel Street. Arrive early; parking may be difficult.

HOW MUCH: Dog costume contest is free for PIDO members, $5 for non-members. The parade is free. Contest categories: First, second, and third place in Small, Medium, and Large Dog categories, plus one grand prize (“Judges’ Choice”).

SPOOKY MERCH: Limited edition PIDO hoodies and tees are on sale now for our upcoming Barktoberfest Halloween costume contest and parade. We have new sizes and colors decked out with our spooky logo — while they last.

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Coastal Cleanup
Sep
23

Coastal Cleanup

Join East Bay Regional Parks for the 39th annual Coastal Cleanup!

Point Isabel-Rydin Road

https://ebrpd.samaritan.com/custom/501/opp_details/7780

Join us for California’s largest annual Volunteer event! Help remove trash and plastic pollution at beaches and waterways throughout the Park District.

Lend a hand on September 23, 2023, and earn a Coastal Cleanup patch or sticker. Special prizes for the most unusual trash collected!

Register online: Coastal Cleanup Registration
Registration is requested, but walkups will be allowed.

If you would like to bring a group of 10 or more people, please register yourself and then call us at (510)544-2229 or email Volunteers@ebparks.org.

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OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101
Sep
16

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

Professional trainer Birgit Hafermann will review essential off-leash skills, explore lesser-known techniques (such as emergency recall commands), and share tips and tricks learned by PIDO members over the years. New dog owners who want to shorten their learning curves as well as dogs and people who want to sharpen their skills are all welcome. Email info@pido.org to sign up. The class is free but limited to 10 participants.

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CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TEST
Jul
29

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TEST

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN LOW-COST TEST

AKC Canine Good Citizen test (nominal $10 fee to pay for certified trainer). Handler/dog teams are tested in 10 areas. Dogs who didn’t pass in 2022 may retest for free if you let us know ahead of time (email info@pido.org).

Your dog must be able to walk calmly on a loose leash, pass other dogs and people, show no extreme reactions to several levels of distractions, demonstrate smooth responses to obedience cues, and be handled by and left alone with a stranger without being stressed. Testing takes about 15 minutes.

Dog owners participating in the CGC test sign the Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge, committing to maintain the pet’s health, safety, and quality of life. You can self-train for the tests (visit the AKC website), or attend a class. Nancy Frensley provides CGC classes and testing at Berkeley Humane (contact: Nancy@finessedogtraining.net).

Come early, so you can secure your slot on a first come, first served basis. Be aware - the test will take place in an area, the “ring,” which will have a visible barrier/fence, but is accessible to on- and off-leash dogs. It’s near the parking lot and café patio area.

Meet at field behind Mudpuppy’s. You can get more details on the PIDO Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2096046010599942

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OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101
Jun
17

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

OFF-LEASH SKILLS 101

Note: This class is full. We’re also planning another class on September 16:
https://www.pido.org/events/off-leash-skills-9-16

Professional trainer Birgit Hafermann will review essential off-leash skills, explore lesser-known techniques (such as emergency recall commands), and share tips and tricks learned by PIDO members over the years. New dog owners who want to shorten their learning curves as well as dogs and people who want to sharpen their skills are all welcome. Email info@pido.org to sign up. The class is free but limited to 10 participants.

Photo by Penny Green

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Earth Day
Apr
23

Earth Day

Show our trees some love

Join PIDO and East Bay Regional Park District on Sunday, April 23 (Earth Day weekend) between 10 a.m. and noon to mulch our newest trees. Meet in the long, flat field between Hoffman Channel and the Bay Trail bike path (the field with two benches, one backless). Come for 10 minutes or two hours…every bit helps! Bring rakes, hoes, shovels, and gloves, if you have them, and your own drinking water.

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Cleanup Day
Mar
19

Cleanup Day

Grab your gloves for a self-guided, DIY cleanup day. As you go around the park, please pick up some extra trash or stray doggie doos. If you want to join Point Isabel Dog Owners & Fiends or find out more about the park, PIDO volunteers will be near the bridge from 10 to noon.

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Cleanup Day
Feb
19

Cleanup Day

Grab your gloves for a self-guided, DIY cleanup day. As you go around the park, please pick up some extra trash or stray doggie doos. If you want to join Point Isabel Dog Owners & Fiends or find out more about the park, PIDO volunteers will be near the bridge from 10 to noon.

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Tree Mulching
Feb
10

Tree Mulching

Let’s keep Point Isabel clean and weed free. Meet in the parking lot at 10 am. Bring gloves and a can-do spirit. We’ll provide shovels, wheelbarrows, rakes, and of course, mulch.

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Cleanup Day
Jan
15

Cleanup Day

Grab your gloves for a self-guided, DIY cleanup day. As you go around the park, please pick up some extra trash or stray doggie doos. If you want to join Point Isabel Dog Owners & Fiends or find out more about the park, PIDO volunteers will be near the bridge from 10 to noon.

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Cleanup Day
Dec
18

Cleanup Day

Grab your gloves for a self-guided, DIY cleanup day. As you go around the park, please pick up some extra trash or stray doggie doos. If you want to join Point Isabel Dog Owners & Fiends or find out more about the park, PIDO volunteers will be near the bridge from 10 to noon.

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Cleanup Day
Nov
20

Cleanup Day

Grab your gloves for a self-guided, DIY cleanup day. As you go around the park, please pick up some extra trash or stray doggie doos. If you want to join Point Isabel Dog Owners & Fiends or find out more about the park, PIDO volunteers will be near the bridge from 10 to noon.

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Barktoberfest
Oct
30

Barktoberfest

PIDO’s Barktoberfest Halloween dog costume contest and parade is Sunday, October 30, from 12 noon to 2:30 pm at Point Isabel Regional Shoreline. Judges this year include East Bay Regional Park District Director Elizabeth Echols and Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia.

WHEN: Register for costume contest between 12:15 and 12:45, if you’re competing. (See entry fees below.) Short parade begins at 1 pm, followed by judging, prizes, and photos of winners.

WHERE: The field north of Sit and Stay Café/ Mudpupppy’s, 1 Isabel Street. Arrive early; parking may be difficult.

HOW MUCH: Dog costume contest is free for PIDO members, $5 for non-members. The parade is free. Contest categories: First, second, and third place in Small, Medium, and Large Dog categories, plus one grand prize (“Judges’ Choice”).

SPOOKY MERCH: Limited edition PIDO hoodies and tees are on sale now for our upcoming Barktoberfest Halloween costume contest and parade. We have new sizes and colors decked out with our spooky logo — while they last.

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Cleanup Day
Oct
16

Cleanup Day

Grab your gloves for a self-guided, DIY cleanup day. As you go around the park, please pick up some extra trash or stray doggie doos. If you want to join Point Isabel Dog Owners & Fiends or find out more about the park, PIDO volunteers will be near the bridge from 10 to noon.

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Cleanup Day
Sep
18

Cleanup Day

Grab your gloves for a self-guided, DIY cleanup day. As you go around the park, please pick up some extra trash or stray doggie doos. If you want to join Point Isabel Dog Owners & Fiends or find out more about the park, PIDO volunteers will be near the bridge from 10 to noon.

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Coastal Cleanup
Sep
17

Coastal Cleanup

Join East Bay Regional Parks for the 38th annual Coastal Cleanup!

Point Isabel-Rydin Road

https://ebrpd.samaritan.com/custom/501/opp_details/5394

Please note:

  • If you would like to bring a group of 10 or more people, please register yourself and then call us at (510) 544-2229 or email Volunteers@ebparks.org

  • Participants over 2 years old are encouraged to wear masks.

  • Participants should maintain 6 ft of distance.

  • Please do not show up to your Volunteer event if you are showing ANY symptoms of illness!

How it works:

  1. Register Below (or walkups also accepted-see below)

  2. Bring some things! Water bottle, gloves, PPE, & bucket if available.

  3. Show up at your scheduled time- check-in with staff to receive trash bags and directions.

  4. Engage in your cleanup.

  5. Return any gear- Don't forget to get your patch and sticker!

  6. Smile- Know that you made a difference in your parks and your community!

Please note:

  • Walkups will be allowed, but will be asked to sign our group waiver.

  • All participants must adhere to Volunteer COVID Guidelines and preform a temperature check and self-assessment at the start of each volunteer opportunity. Information here: Volunteer Resources.

The District strongly recommends that participants complete their COVID Vaccine before arriving for an event.

More information at our 2022 EBRPD Coastal Cleanup event page!

Point Isabel Coastal Cleanup: https://ebrpd.samaritan.com/custom/501/opp_details/5394

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Cleanup Day
Aug
21

Cleanup Day

Grab your gloves for a self-guided, DIY cleanup day. As you go around the park, please pick up some extra trash or stray doggie doos. If you want to join Point Isabel Dog Owners & Fiends or find out more about the park, PIDO volunteers will be near the bridge from 10 to noon.

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Canine Good Citizen test
Jul
23

Canine Good Citizen test

AKC Canine Good Citizen test (nominal $10 fee to pay for certified trainer Pamela Wu). Handler/dog teams are tested in 10 areas.

Your dog must be able to walk calmly on a loose leash, pass other dogs and people, show no extreme reactions to several levels of distractions, demonstrate smooth responses to obedience cues, and be handled by and left alone with a stranger without being stressed. Testing takes about 15 minutes.

Dog owners participating in the CGC test sign the Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge, committing to maintain the pet’s health, safety, and quality of life. You can self-train for the tests (visit the AKC website), or attend a class. Nancy Frensley provides CGC classes and testing at Berkeley Humane (contact: Nancy@finessedogtraining.net).

Come early, so you can secure your slot on a first come, first served basis. Be aware - the test will take place in an area, the “ring,” which will have a visible barrier/fence, but is accessible to on- and off-leash dogs. It’s near the parking lot and café patio area.

Meet at field behind Mudpuppy’s. You can get more details on the PIDO Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2096046010599942

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Cleanup Day
Jun
19

Cleanup Day

Grab your gloves for a self-guided, DIY cleanup day. As you go around the park, please pick up some extra trash or stray doggie doos. If you want to join Point Isabel Dog Owners & Fiends or find out more about the park, PIDO volunteers will be near the bridge from 10 to noon.

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