Our Story and Mission

Burris Park Foundation nurtures a love for nature through education, habitat care, and community programs in the heart of San Joaquin Valley.

Children exploring a sunlit oak woodland trail during an outdoor learning session.
Children exploring a sunlit oak woodland trail during an outdoor learning session.
A place where nature truly inspires.

J. Lee

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Our Services

Engaging outdoor education and community programs for all ages.

Children exploring a native oak woodland during an outdoor learning session.
Children exploring a native oak woodland during an outdoor learning session.
Volunteers planting native species to restore habitat within the park.
Volunteers planting native species to restore habitat within the park.
Education

Hands-on environmental programs connecting students with nature.

Stewardship

Protecting and enhancing local habitats for biodiversity.

Children gathered around a park ranger listening intently during an outdoor environmental lesson at Burris Park.
Children gathered around a park ranger listening intently during an outdoor environmental lesson at Burris Park.

Gallery

Snapshots of nature, learning, and community moments

A serene oak woodland trail winding through Burris Park under a bright blue sky.
A serene oak woodland trail winding through Burris Park under a bright blue sky.
Families enjoying a sunny day picnic near the historical museum surrounded by native plants.
Families enjoying a sunny day picnic near the historical museum surrounded by native plants.
Volunteers planting native shrubs as part of habitat restoration efforts at the park.
Volunteers planting native shrubs as part of habitat restoration efforts at the park.

Our Projects

Bringing nature and history alive for all.

Children exploring a native oak woodland trail during an outdoor education program.
Children exploring a native oak woodland trail during an outdoor education program.
Outdoor Learning

Hands-on programs connecting kids with nature.

Volunteers planting native species to restore habitat in the park.
Volunteers planting native species to restore habitat in the park.
Community families enjoying a guided nature walk on a sunny afternoon.
Community families enjoying a guided nature walk on a sunny afternoon.
Historic museum exhibit showcasing local heritage artifacts.
Historic museum exhibit showcasing local heritage artifacts.
Habitat Care

Protecting green spaces for wildlife and visitors.

Contact Us

A welcoming park entrance sign surrounded by oak trees under a clear blue sky.
A welcoming park entrance sign surrounded by oak trees under a clear blue sky.

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