Whole Lotta Shakin' Going OnDiscover the ingredients that make up our "rock soup", how rocks got here, and why earthquakes happen. Explore the park's landscape and fascinating geology though fun activities and a 3-mile hike with a Ranger. Meet at the Mendoza parking lot on Roop Rd. Bring water, snacks, and sturdy hiking shoes. ...
Where: GilroyCost: Free
Climate Change HikeCurious about climate change? Come on a 3.6-mile hike and discover how small changes can lead to broad consequences, both globally and locally here in the Bay Area. Meet at the Sandy Wool upper parking lot (near dog park) with sturdy footwear, sun/rain protection, snacks, and water. For reservations call ...
Where: MilpitasCost: Free
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
Fish Feeding FrenzyHelp 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.
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Science Fiction Writing WorkshopScience, Engineering and Mathematics Link Inc. (SEM Link), African American Museum and Library at Oakland (AAMLO) and The I.S.I.S. Project are hosting a Science Fiction Writing Workshop. The workshop will introduce K-12 students and their families to science fiction writing discussing the elements of writing a science fiction story and ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free
'Go Inside a Telescope' How do telescopes work? On Mt Diablo - CANCELEDPlease join Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for the September 14th astronomy program. This month's program is – "Go Inside a Telescope" How do telescopes work. See stars, nebula, galaxies, clusters, the moon and planets through member telescopes. Bring kids, binoculars, warm clothes (temperature can drop), snacks, and water. No need for ...
Where: Walnut CreekCost: $10/ car park admission
Island UniversesPrograms include concert, a talk by a University of California astronomer about current research, and (weather permitting) viewing through the historic Great Lick Refractor and the Nickel 40-inch telescope. Knowledgeable local amateur astronomers outside the buildings provide additional telescopes and informal astronomy discussions.Due to safety concerns, children under the age ...
Where: Mt. HamiltonCost: $40 General, prefered options available
