Join garden photographer Saxon Holt for a return of his PhotoBotanic workshops to UCBG. We will study "Light in the Garden" - how to capture it, how to process it in post production. Whether our early morning light is foggy or bright we will begin at 7:30 with shooting in ...
Where: BerkeleyCost: $90 General, $75 Members
Lawrence Hall of Science Volunteer OrientationShare your passion for science with others by becoming a Lawrence Hall of Science volunteer. Many opportunities are available, so come and find what works for you!Visit http://www.lawrencehallofscience.org/visit/events to learn more
Where: BerkeleyCost:
Hawk Talk and Banding DemoCome to Hawk Hill in the Marin Headlands and get an up-close view of the fall raptor migration with the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory (GGRO), a cooperative program of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy and National Park Service.A GGRO docent gives an hour-long talk about hawk monitoring and identification ...
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Robert Ferguson Observatory-Public Solar ObservingThe Robert Ferguson Observatory (RFO) is open to the public for Daytime Solar Viewing: Solar telescopes are set up so you can safely look at and listen to our favorite star, the Sun.Admission: FREE to the publicParking Fee: $8.00 Park Use FeeHandicapped Parking is available at the entrance to the Observatory.
Where: KenwoodCost: $8.00
Science Saturday: The Western Pond TurtleJessie Bushell from the San Francisco Zoo will introduce you to the shy and fascinating western pond turtle. Come meet a turtle and learn about California's only native freshwater aquatic turtle, the challenges that they are currently facing in California and throughout the western US, and how the Mountain Lake ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Donation
Bat Night at Olompali State Historic ParkDid you know that an individual little brown bat can eat up to 1000 mosquitos in a single hour? Olompali State Historic Park is home to eight species of insectivorous bats! Learn more about our little flying friends at Olompali's annual Bat Night. Join us for an opportunity to meet ...
Where: NovatoCost: Free, $8 parking fee per car
From Earth to MarsThe first human mission to Mars will be humanity's greatest undertaking in space exploration in the 21st century. As with all expeditions, its success will depend on planning and first steps towards the journey are already under way.Speaker: Dr. Pascal Lee, Mars Institute
Where: Mill ValleyCost: Free
San Mateo County Astronomical Society Star PartyThe City of San Carlos Department of Parks and Recreation and the San Mateo County Astronomical Society have open Star Parties. These events are held in Crestview Park, San Carlos California. Dates and Sunset times are below. Note that inclement weather (clouds, excessive wind and showers) will cause the event ...
Where: San CarlosCost: Free
Saturn V: The First 700 SecondsWhere were you when the Apollo program launched its first ship into space? Gas and smoke billowing from below, fire flaring from ignition, the countdown... that's the outside look. Join the discussion as we explore the lesser known technical aspects of missions past including launch preparation and vessel details. Ask ...
Where: OaklandCost:
Star PartyJoin the Halls Valley Astronomical Group for a night of star-gazing fun. Knowledgeable volunteers will provide you with a chance to look through a variety of telescopes and answer questions about the night sky. Meet at Halley Hill (across from campsite #22). Park entrance gates close at 10pm. (408) 274-6121
Where: San JoseCost: Free
Robert Ferguson Observatory-Public Star PartyStar Parties: Starting at dusk, the Observatory's three main telescopes are open for your viewing. Docents set up additional telescopes in front of the building, while presentations on astronomical topics are given in the classroom throughout the course of the evening. Friendly and knowledgeable docents are available to answer your ...
