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					1 Is “The Impossible” possible? Coastal Tsunami Hazards and Risk Is “The Impossible” possible? Coastal Tsunami Hazards and Risk Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Oaks for the Future: Sonoma County’s Oak Conservation Strategy Oaks for the Future: Sonoma County’s Oak Conservation Strategy February 1, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join Pepperwood for the next free Discover Nature Lecture Series event! Sonoma County’s majestic oaks are evocative of our region’s rich ecological history and continue to provide amazing beauty today. But…	2 Oaks for the Future: Sonoma County’s Oak Conservation Strategy Oaks for the Future: Sonoma County’s Oak Conservation Strategy Oaks for the Future: Sonoma County’s Oak Conservation Strategy Oaks for the Future: Sonoma County’s Oak Conservation Strategy Oaks for the Future: Sonoma County’s Oak Conservation Strategy Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Trekking the Model Trekking the Model February 2, 2013 1:30 am – 3:00 pm Join a ranger guided tour of the Bay Model, a 1.5 acre hydraulic model of San Francisco Bay and Delta. Discover the stories of the two major operations that took… Fish Feeding Frenzy Fish Feeding Frenzy February 2, 2013 2:00 am – 2:30 pm Help Ranger Bill feed the hungry inhabitants of our fresh and saltwater tanks. Watch the different feeding styles of rock cod, sea stars, and steelhead trout. Hiking with a Chemist: Admiring Plants Through a Chemist’s Eyes Hiking with a Chemist: Admiring Plants Through a Chemist’s Eyes February 2, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm The following are the upcoming Wayne Roderick lectures for the 2012 – 2013 winter season at the Regional Parks Botanical Garden. Lectures begin at 10:30. February 2, 2013 Hiking with a chemist—admiring… Fish Feeding Frenzy Fish Feeding Frenzy February 2, 2013 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm Help Ranger Bill feed the hungry inhabitants of our fresh and saltwater tanks. Watch the different feeding styles of rock cod, sea stars, and steelhead trout.
3 Fish Feeding Frenzy Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	4 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Return of the River Otters! Return of the River Otters! February 4, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join Megan Isador, co-founder of the River Otter Ecology Project, for a beautifully illustrated talk about the exciting return of river otters to the Bay Area, what these elusive hunters…	5 Return of the River Otters! Return of the River Otters! Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Cascade Canyon- Meet at the gate at the end of Cascade Drive Cascade Canyon- Meet at the gate at the end of Cascade Drive February 5, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm There’s no better time than this to enjoy the beauty of this preserve, the creeks are flowing, and the waterfall should be spectacular. We can enjoy wildflowers as well as…	6 Cascade Canyon- Meet at the gate at the end of Cascade Drive Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	7 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Author Event: The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Permaculture: Creating an Edible Ecosystem Author Event: The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Permaculture: Creating an Edible Ecosystem February 7, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join us for an evening with Permaculture teacher Christopher Shein and a discussion of his new book, The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Permaculture. Learn how to live in harmony with… The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Permaculture: Creating an Edible Ecosystem The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Permaculture: Creating an Edible Ecosystem February 7, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Thursday, February 7, 2013 Join us for an evening with Permaculture teacher Christopher Shein and a discussion of his new book, The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Permaculture. Learn how to live in harmony…	8 The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Permaculture: Creating an Edible Ecosystem The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Permaculture: Creating an Edible Ecosystem Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… MCL’s Business-Environment Breakfast MCL’s Business-Environment Breakfast February 8, 2013 7:30 am – 9:00 am On Friday, February 8, Assembly Member Marc Levine will speak at Marin Conservation League’s Business-Environment Breakfast at the Embassy Suites in San Rafael, 101 McInnis Parkway. Assembly Member Marc Levine was…	9 MCL’s Business-Environment Breakfast MCL’s Business-Environment Breakfast MCL’s Business-Environment Breakfast MCL’s Business-Environment Breakfast MCL’s Business-Environment Breakfast MCL’s Business-Environment Breakfast MCL’s Business-Environment Breakfast MCL’s Business-Environment Breakfast Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Exotic Tree Tour at the Egyptian Museum Gardens Exotic Tree Tour at the Egyptian Museum Gardens February 9, 2013 2:00 am – 3:00 pm Join Our City Forest for an exotic afternoon tree tour where you’ll discover unusual trees, flora and historical trivia in the beautiful Rosicrucian Museum gardens. Free, but RSVP is required. Email treetours@ourcityforest.org or call 408-998-7337 ext.… Turning the Tide: Environmental Education and Birding Session Turning the Tide: Environmental Education and Birding Session February 9, 2013 9:00 am – 12:00 pm CGF and Save the Bay are partnering to bring you an exciting educational program followed by a birding session that will showcase the Baylands, one of the best-known birding sites… Waterfall Walks: Ignacio Valley Waterfall Walks: Ignacio Valley February 9, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Meet a ranger for a tour in this beautiful canyon to view a waterfall nestled amidst the trees. A discussion of creek ecology, watersheds, and water conservation will be included… Fruit Tree Pruning Fruit Tree Pruning February 9, 2013 10:30 am – 2:00 pm Learn how to maximize tree health and fruit production and to identify dead wood. Espalier care also discussed. Meet at Common Ground and then proceed to a local orchard, rain… Mono – a – Mono: Visiting the Mono Recesses; Walking Over the Mono Divide Mono – a – Mono: Visiting the Mono Recesses; Walking Over the Mono Divide February 9, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm The following are the upcoming Wayne Roderick lectures for the 2012 – 2013 winter season at the Regional Parks Botanical Garden. Lectures begin at 10:30. February 9, 2013 A visit to the… Neotropical Raptors and the Solitary Eagle Project Neotropical Raptors and the Solitary Eagle Project February 9, 2013 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Escape the gloom of winter and imagine yourself in the neotropical forests of Central America during this special presentation at the Environmental Volunteers’ EcoCenter. Join us for a lecture and slideshow… Sudden Oak Death in Sonoma County: Presentation by Dr. Nathan Rank Sudden Oak Death in Sonoma County: Presentation by Dr. Nathan Rank February 9, 2013 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm This afternoon talk by Dr. Nathan Rank will give an introduction to Sudden Oak Death in Sonoma County, highlight Coast Live Oak forests in eastern Sonoma County, and delve into…
10 Sudden Oak Death in Sonoma County: Presentation by Dr. Nathan Rank Sudden Oak Death in Sonoma County: Presentation by Dr. Nathan Rank Sudden Oak Death in Sonoma County: Presentation by Dr. Nathan Rank Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Birds at Rush Creek Birds at Rush Creek February 10, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm These tidal wetlands at the edge of San Pablo Bay are a fantastic place to appreciate our winter birds. Ducks (in gaudy breeding plumage), shorebirds, raptors, and many types of… Lover’s Day Aloe Tour Lover’s Day Aloe Tour February 10, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm The Ruth Bancroft Garden’s exceptional Aloe collection puts on a stunning display every winter, their colorful flower stalks brightening up even the grayest winter day. Bring your sweetheart for an…	11 Lover’s Day Aloe Tour Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	12 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	13 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.…	14 Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Early Flowers at Mt Burdell – Meet at the gate on Simmons Lane Early Flowers at Mt Burdell – Meet at the gate on Simmons Lane February 14, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm One of the many rare plants found here in Marin County is an inconspicuous nodding white lily called the fragrant fritillary. We will visit a small population that should be… My Furry Valentine: Sex in the Animal Kingdom My Furry Valentine: Sex in the Animal Kingdom February 14, 2013 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Join us for a lecture with zookeeper and naturalist Patrick Schlemmer shows pictures and describes the bewildering array of strange mating habits found in the animal world. Be prepared to…	15 My Furry Valentine: Sex in the Animal Kingdom My Furry Valentine: Sex in the Animal Kingdom My Furry Valentine: Sex in the Animal Kingdom Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library Astronomy Program Pittsburg Library December 19, 2012 6:30 am – February 15, 2013 8:00 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:00 pm at: Pittsburg Library 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member telescopes.… Relearning Garden: A Collaboration with the Amuh Mutsun Tribal Band Relearning Garden: A Collaboration with the Amuh Mutsun Tribal Band February 15, 2013 4:15 pm – 6:00 pm Rick Flores, Curator of the California Native Plant Collections at the Arboretum leads this talk on the literally ground breaking work being done in the Arboretum Partnership with the original… February 15 Astronomy Program San Ramon Old Ranch Park February 15 Astronomy Program San Ramon Old Ranch Park February 15, 2013 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society presents astronomy activities 6:30 to 8:30 pm at: Old Ranch Park 1000 Vistamonte Dr. San Ramon, CA See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and Jupiter through member…	16 February 15 Astronomy Program San Ramon Old Ranch Park February 15 Astronomy Program San Ramon Old Ranch Park February 15 Astronomy Program San Ramon Old Ranch Park February 15 Astronomy Program San Ramon Old Ranch Park February 15 Astronomy Program San Ramon Old Ranch Park February 15 Astronomy Program San Ramon Old Ranch Park Composting Composting February 16, 2013 2:00 am – 4:00 pm GROW BIOINTENSIVE composting is the basis for growing the healthiest, most nutritious, and most disease-resistant plants. This composting method is simple and effective. It is so fun and satisfying that… Exotic Tree Tour at the Egyptian Museum Gardens Exotic Tree Tour at the Egyptian Museum Gardens February 16, 2013 2:00 am – 3:00 pm Join Our City Forest for an exotic afternoon tree tour where you’ll discover unusual trees, flora and historical trivia in the beautiful Rosicrucian Museum gardens. Free, but RSVP is required. Email treetours@ourcityforest.org or call 408-998-7337 ext.… Loma Alta – 680 Trail – Meet at the trailhead on Lucas Valley Rd Loma Alta – 680 Trail – Meet at the trailhead on Lucas Valley Rd February 16, 2013 10:00 am – 3:00 pm We’ll meet at a trailhead in Lucas Valley (elevation 150 feet), and then carpool up to the Big Rock trailhead (650 feet). It sounds like a nice 500 foot stroll… Solved and Unsolved Mysteries of Edgewood Solved and Unsolved Mysteries of Edgewood February 16, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Free, Docent-led Nature Walk at Edgewood Natural Preserve Join photographer and Weed Warrior Alf Fengler on a treasure hunt for unusual or not so unusual plants, animals, or inanimate objects observed… Intro to Soil Science Intro to Soil Science February 16, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm We depend on soil every day to provide us with food, but what is it really? Learn the basics about this extremely important but often under-appreciated resource. We will talk… California Geology from the Ground Up: Part One – From the Delta South California Geology from the Ground Up: Part One – From the Delta South February 16, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm The following are the upcoming Wayne Roderick lectures for the winter 2012 – 2013 season at Regional Parks Botanic Garden. Lectures begin at 10:30. February 16, 2013 California geology from the ground…
17 California Geology from the Ground Up: Part One – From the Delta South California Geology from the Ground Up: Part One – From the Delta South California Geology from the Ground Up: Part One – From the Delta South Songbirds and Shorebirds of Bolinas Lagoon – Meet at the Bob Stewart trailhead Songbirds and Shorebirds of Bolinas Lagoon – Meet at the Bob Stewart trailhead February 17, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Come out and join us for a bird walk along the Bob Stewart Trail in Bolinas Lagoon. We will view songbirds flitting among the understory as we walk along Pine… Edible and Medicinal “Weeds” of the Bay Area Edible and Medicinal “Weeds” of the Bay Area February 17, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Non-native invasive plant species are the bane to many gardeners, landscapers, and other such plant enthusiasts…but not to those who know how to use them! In fact, many so called… Edible and Medicinal “Weeds” of the Bay Area Edible and Medicinal “Weeds” of the Bay Area February 17, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday, February 17, 2013 Edible and Medicinal “Weeds” of the Bay Area Non-native invasive plant species are the bane to many gardeners, landscapers, and other such plant enthusiasts…but not to those who know how…	18	19 Edible and Medicinal “Weeds” of the Bay Area Edible and Medicinal “Weeds” of the Bay Area Nature for Kids: Roy’s Redwoods Nature for Kids: Roy’s Redwoods February 19, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm The redwood forest comes to life in the wet season; ferns, mosses, and mushrooms are all around, banana slugs and newts are on the move, and there are lots of… How the Tides Work for You How the Tides Work for You February 19, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Racers, cruisers, and recreational boaters will see and learn how the waters move on San Francisco Bay. $15 cash only. Reservations a must, email jimtantillo@comcast.net or phone 408-263-7877.	20 How the Tides Work for You History of the Delta History of the Delta February 20, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Learn about the history of the delta – from the early 1800s up to 2012 – from framing, discovery of gold, railroad building, and levee building to the present time…	21 History of the Delta History of the Delta History of the Delta History of the Delta History of the Delta Nature for Kids: Cascade Canyon – Meet at the gate at the end of Cascade Drive Nature for Kids: Cascade Canyon – Meet at the gate at the end of Cascade Drive February 21, 2013 10:00 am – 1:00 pm By now the creek should be rushing, and the waterfall might be going full blast. We’ll search for insects, amphibians, and more. We will learn about an amazing fish called… Boating Clean and Green Boating Clean and Green February 21, 2013 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm The Boating Clean and Green Campaign is an education and outreach program that promotes environmentally sound boating practices to marine business and boaters in California. The program is conducted by… Eye on the Wild Eye on the Wild February 21, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Golden Gate Audubon’s Speaker Series presents Suzi Eszterhas San Francisco: Thursday, February 21 7 p.m. refreshments, 7:30 program Adelie Penguin / Photo by Suzi Eszterhas Award-winning wildlife photographer Suzi Eszterhas, one of the few… At Home with Nature: Creating Backyard Wildlife Habitat At Home with Nature: Creating Backyard Wildlife Habitat February 21, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm At Home with Nature: Creating Backyard Wildlife Habitat Presentation by Nancy Bauer, Habitat Landscaper and Author Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation Thursday, February 21, 7:00-8:30pm Location: Heron Hall, Laguna Environmental Center 900 Sanford Rd. (corner… Indoor Seed Starting Indoor Seed Starting February 21, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Growing plant starts indoors from seed that can’t be directly sowed in the garden is an essential skill for the gardener and seed saver. For just pennies in materials you…	22	23 Indoor Seed Starting Indoor Seed Starting Indoor Seed Starting Indoor Seed Starting Indoor Seed Starting Indoor Seed Starting Indoor Seed Starting Indoor Seed Starting Exotic Tree Tour at the Egyptian Museum Gardens Exotic Tree Tour at the Egyptian Museum Gardens February 23, 2013 2:00 am – 3:00 pm Join Our City Forest for an exotic afternoon tree tour where you’ll discover unusual trees, flora and historical trivia in the beautiful Rosicrucian Museum gardens. Free, but RSVP is required. Email treetours@ourcityforest.org or call 408-998-7337 ext.… Waterfall Walks: Baltimore Canyon – Meet at the gate at the end of Crown Rd Waterfall Walks: Baltimore Canyon – Meet at the gate at the end of Crown Rd February 23, 2013 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Meet a ranger for a walk down one of our most popular trails, the Dawn Falls Trail. A discussion of creek ecology, watersheds, and water conservation will be included on… San Bruno Mountain Watch Founder’s Hike with David Schooley San Bruno Mountain Watch Founder’s Hike with David Schooley February 23, 2013 10:00 am – 1:30 pm David Schooley, founder of San Bruno Mountain Watch, will lead his popular Founder’s Hike on the 4th Saturday of each month. David has devoted decades of work to preserving the mountain… Intro to Grow Biointensive Intro to Grow Biointensive February 23, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm GROW BIOINTENSIVE is a whole-system approach to gardening and farming that builds soil fertility in a relatively short time, so that fertilizer inputs (other than compost) become unnecessary, or almost… California Geology from the Ground Up: Part Two, North of the Bay California Geology from the Ground Up: Part Two, North of the Bay February 23, 2013 10:30 am – 12:30 pm The following is the final Wayne Roderick Lecture of the 2012 – 2013 winter season. The lecture begins at 10:30. February 23, 2013 California geology from the ground up, part two: north… How the Tides Work for You How the Tides Work for You February 23, 2013 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Racers, cruisers, and recreational boaters will see and learn how the waters move on San Francisco Bay. $15 cash only. Reservations a must, email jimtantillo@comcast.net or phone 408-263-7877. Run of the Salmon Run of the Salmon February 23, 2013 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Years later and many millions of dollars invested, the endangered Chinook population is not recovering in ways hoped. What have scientists recently discovered? Is it something in the water? Find… Companion Planting Companion Planting February 23, 2013 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Discover how to enhance your garden’s health and productivity while attracting a beneficial insect population. Learn how to make efficient use of your garden space and a plant’s natural properties…
24 Companion Planting Companion Planting Happy Birthday John Steinbeck Happy Birthday John Steinbeck February 24, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Join docents Ellen Dupuy and John Wertzler on this 4th annual hike featuring a description and discussion of Grapes of Wrath, Steinbeck’s 1939 Pulitzer Prize winning novel. Steinbeck was born… Indian Valley – Meet at the Indian Valley Campus Indian Valley – Meet at the Indian Valley Campus February 24, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm By now the treefrogs and newts will have started their breeding activity, and the toads might already be arriving at the pools here. We will discuss the life histories of…	25	26 Indian Valley – Meet at the Indian Valley Campus Indian Valley – Meet at the Indian Valley Campus Indian Valley – Meet at the Indian Valley Campus The Vernal Delights of the Feather River Region The Vernal Delights of the Feather River Region February 26, 2013 – February 27, 2013 Regional Parks Botanic Garden Class Schedule Winter/Spring 2013 To enroll, print out the Class Registration Form and send it with your check payable to the order of Regional Parks Foundation to: John Rusk, 1354-B Lincoln St.,… Bryant Austin Presentation – Speaker Series Bryant Austin Presentation – Speaker Series February 26, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm In his talks he offers insight into three major areas of his work. It begins with the journey to follow the inspiration given to him by two whales, and the… Astronomy Lecture February 26th Dr. Chris McKay, NASA Astronomy Lecture February 26th Dr. Chris McKay, NASA February 26, 2013 7:15 pm – 9:15 pm Please join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for the February 26th general meeting. The meeting starts at 7:15 and ends at 9:15. Our monthly meetings begin with a short “What’s Up”…	27 Astronomy Lecture February 26th Dr. Chris McKay, NASA The Vernal Delights of the Feather River Region The Vernal Delights of the Feather River Region February 26, 2013 – February 27, 2013 Regional Parks Botanic Garden Class Schedule Winter/Spring 2013 To enroll, print out the Class Registration Form and send it with your check payable to the order of Regional Parks Foundation to: John Rusk, 1354-B Lincoln St.,…	28 The Vernal Delights of the Feather River Region The Vernal Delights of the Feather River Region The Vernal Delights of the Feather River Region The Vernal Delights of the Feather River Region The Vernal Delights of the Feather River Region The Vernal Delights of the Feather River Region Baltimore Canyon – Meet at the gate at the end of Crown Rd Baltimore Canyon – Meet at the gate at the end of Crown Rd February 28, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm We will use a car shuttle to allow us to start this walk on a ridge above Phoenix Lake and spend the day meandering down to our original meeting place.… Become a Naturalist – Informational Meeting Become a Naturalist – Informational Meeting February 28, 2013 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Learn about the Laguna de Santa Rosa then share that knowledge with 2nd – 4th grade students during classroom visits and field trips. Volunteers are trained in a 10-week course… Become a Naturalist – Informational Meeting Become a Naturalist – Informational Meeting February 28, 2013 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Learn about the Laguna de Santa Rosa then share that knowledge with 2nd – 4th grade students during classroom visits and field trips. Volunteers are trained in a 10-week course… 2013 VALLEY OF THE MOON Nature Lecture Series: San Francisco Bay’s Environmental Future 2013 VALLEY OF THE MOON Nature Lecture Series: San Francisco Bay’s Environmental Future February 28, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Plundering Paradise ? A Lost Marshland? At the Horizon Marc Holmes – Program Director – The Bay Institute Marc Holmes is a wetland regulation and restoration policy expert with 25 years of… Author Event: Real Food Fermentation, Real Food All Year Author Event: Real Food Fermentation, Real Food All Year February 28, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join us for a double book talk with authors, Alex Lewin and Nishanga Bliss. Alex’s book, Real Food Fermentation, will teach you how to preserve your favorite foods, control your… Is “The Impossible” possible? Coastal Tsunami Hazards and Risk Is “The Impossible” possible? Coastal Tsunami Hazards and Risk February 28, 2013 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm A free public lecture by US Geological Survey geographer Nathan Wood The movie “The Impossible,” now showing in theaters, portrays the destruction of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. Recent tsunami disasters in…

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