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¡Ven a conocer más acerca de nuestro universo! Los docentes del Observatorio Robert Ferguson (ubicado dentro del Parque Estatal Sugarloaf Ridge) nos guiarán en una charla astronómica bilingüe y en el uso de telescopios para que usted y su familia … Read more
These field trips are free, open to the public, and suitable for all levels of interest. No sign-up is required. Bring your binoculars, field guide, liquids, plus lunch for full-day trips; wear layered clothing, hats, and sun protection. Sturdy walking … Read more
(desplácese hacia abajo para obtener información en español) Many rare plant and animal species live on Sign Hill’s native grasslands, including the endangered mission blue butterfly. Help us conserve and restore their habitat by installing native plants and removing invasive … Read more
You say you can’t draw? You don’t have to know how! This isn’t about art or a pretty picture. This is about engaging your sense of observations in nature. Nature Journaling is about recording your observations of nature in words, … Read more
You say you can’t draw? You don’t have to know how! This isn’t about art or a pretty picture. This is about engaging your sense of observations in nature. Nature Journaling is about recording your observations of nature in words, … Read more
Please join us to celebrate Ridge Trail Day of Service with a fun Creek and Trail Cleanup! Spend a few hours to help Keep Coyote Creek Beautiful and Bay Area Ridge Trail work together for a healthy creek while we … Read more
Join POST and Santa Clara County Parks for an educational experience like no other: Raptor Fest! This incredible event will highlight very important species of raptors who play an integral role in the health of our ecosystems! This free educational … Read more
Join Wholly H2O and EBMUD a fun adventure at the Lafayette Reservoir and get ready to have tons of fun showing off your documenting and observing skills by capturing the local birds! Check out iNaturalist to see what other bird … Read more
Don't miss the 15th annual Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival. Located inside the historic Sunroom & Cocoanut Grove at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. $5 admission supports ocean conservation through the Monterey Bay Sanctuary. Admission includes a … Read more
Let family walks become a shared time of nature learning The Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge begins by helping kids create their personal bird-watching field guides, and then head out onto the trails to find those birds. … Read more
Enjoy an evening of stargazing with the help of astronomy docents at the Robert Ferguson Observatory! Starting at dusk, the Observatory’s three main telescopes will be open for your viewing, and docents will set up additional telescopes in front of … Read more
You’ll hike Bob Walker Ridge through native Blue Oak forests and enjoy a close-up view of the eastern side of Mt Diablo from the cliffs where Prairie Falcons nest in the spring. The first half of the hike will be … Read more
Help us prevent invasive plants from growing around the Environmental Education Center at the Don Edwards SF Bay NWR. We will be applying mulch to weed-prone areas and spreading native seeds to prepare for spring! All tools and gloves will … Read more
Join this tour in celebrating National Native American Heritage Month by hiking 2-3 miles through this wild and windswept land which is sacred to local California Indian communities and a refuge for golden eagles, fairy shrimp, and tiger salamanders. The … Read more
Don't miss the 15th annual Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival. Located inside the historic Sunroom & Cocoanut Grove at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. $5 admission supports ocean conservation through the Monterey Bay Sanctuary. Admission includes a … Read more
Join this tour of the Garden to learn about the diversity of plants from six continents allowing visitors to travel the world of plants. Tour Details: Each tour features the Garden’s seasonal highlights and unique collections. Tours are generally 60-75 … Read more
Join our knowledgeable docents for free guided tours of the garden on non-rainy Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (except New Years Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day). Tours usually last about an hour and are appropriate for both adults and children. … Read more
Join us for a free, docent-led, family-friendly tour. Play the traditional Miwok game of staves, grind acorns, and wash your hands with soap root. You will see Native American artifacts and the plants used to make them while learning about … Read more
Do you enjoy slow walks in a valley, breezes, wildflowers, the sounds of songbirds, the taste of a Douglas Fir needle or a California Bay leaf, the aroma of Tarweed, or watching wild turkeys and California Quail hunt for seeds … Read more
The Seniors Hike for Health program is free and held on every 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10 AM-1 PM. Hikes are 2-3 miles long and range from easy to moderate. Naturalist-led hikes are designed for seniors age 55+ to … Read more
Join us for a guided walk of our butterfly garden and the New Chicago Marsh to learn about the important role that the Don Edwards SF Bay National Wildlife Refuge plays in the flightpath for millions of birds travelling along … Read more
Resilient Neighborhoods offers a free 5-session climate action workshop for Marin residents. Learn to reduce your energy consumption, switch to renewable energy sources, cut down on waste, and prepare for climate-related emergencies. Create your own climate action plan and get … Read more
These field trips are free, open to the public, and suitable for all levels of interest. No sign-up is required. Bring your binoculars, field guide, liquids, plus lunch for full-day trips; wear layered clothing, hats, and sun protection. Sturdy walking … Read more
Join One Tam at Tomales Bay State Park for a nature and science adventure! A bioblitz is a quick, intense survey of the species present. Hone your observation skills, learn about forests, and delve into the odd world of lichens! … Read more
Neary Lagoon in the autumn is full of life! Migratory birds seek food and shelter in large numbers and provide excellent opportunities to study them up close. The Museum will provide binoculars for each participant. Saturday, November 11th | 10 … Read more
