Woofstock 🐶, cinematic gems, and a day on the ranch

You’ve probably driven along the most beautiful and gently meandering road in Marin known as Pt. Reyes-Petaluma Road. Tucked in there (I think??) is Black Mountain Ranch (see #5). Honestly, I just spent 10 minutes on Google Maps trying to find it, even though “it” is nearly 1400 acres.

In any case, you may find yourself in this little slice of heaven on Saturday, mingling with alpacas* and sampling artisan cheese while learning about the MALT-protected ranchland. Speaking of MALT — you can double your impact through May 16 to protect Marin’s farmland.

Yay for May!

Kim Neumann

*I’m not sure if there will be alpacas but you can always watch this and this to get your fix. 🦙

5 FUN THINGS TO DO IN MARIN

1. Cinematic Deep Dives – San Rafael

2026 DocLands Documentary Film Festival

May 1–3: More than just a festival, it’s a global conversation right here in San Rafael. From environmental activism to underground sports and political pioneers, these films will change the way you see the world. 🎬🌎

DocLands

2. Peace, Love, and Paws – Novato

Woofstock - Marin Humane

Join the fabulous folks at Marin Humane for their annual Woofstock festival in Novato! Get groovy to some tunes, enjoy food and drinks, and make sure you bring your dogs!

Marin Humane

3. DATE NIGHT: Men on Boats – Kentfield (FREE!!)

Men on Boats by Jaclyn Backhaus; Directed by Erin McBride Africa

Sat 5/2: It's a (mostly) historically-accurate retelling of John Wesley Powell's 1869 Colorado River Expedition with a gender-bending twist!

Eventbrite

4. Meadery Magic – Point Reyes Station

Heidrun Meadery

Sat 5/2: Join an expertly guided tour of the Heidrun Meadery production facility and learn how their unique sparkling mead is made; observe honey bees in action and explore their bee forage farmscape, all while enjoying a sampling of their wonderfully refreshing sparkling mead varietals.

Heidrun Meadery

5. Backstage Pass to West Marin – Black Mountain Ranch

A Day on the Ranch Community Event

Sat 5/2: Step onto the iconic ridges of Black Mountain Ranch for a rare glimpse into the heart of West Marin. From live local music and artisan cheese tastings to guided hikes across MALT-protected soil, the 2026 Day on the Ranch is your chance to connect with the farmers, animals, and landscapes that sustain our community.

Marin Agricultural Land Trust

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Thanks for reading,
Kim

Kim Neumann, Publisher