Geology of Point ReyesDiscover the diversity of Point Reyes geology by taking short hikes at three classic locations. We will start our day with an introduction to the interesting and complex geology of the area near the Bear Valley Visitor Center. Our first hike will be to the Point Reyes Lighthouse (over 1 ...
Where: Point Reyes StationCost: $80 General, $60 members
HAZARDS! Poisonous Plants of the Bay Area Whether you endeavor to harvest, prepare and use plant foods/medicines or simply wish to embark on leisurely strolls through the woods, it is CRITICAL that you learn about those plants which can harm or even kill you. Knowledge is power and the goal of this class is to raise students' ...
Where: Point Reyes StationCost: $80 General, $60 members
Return of the TernsPlease join us to celebrate the return of the endangered California least tern! Visit their nest site at the proposed Alameda Wildlife Refuge and observe adult terns bringing food to their camouflaged chicks.Bus Tours to view chicks and their parents, a very rare opportunity, occur at 11:00, 12:00 and 1:00. ...
Where: AlamedaCost: $7 for bus tour, other activities free
'Great Day in Gaming' - Celebrating the life of Gerald LawsonThe Tech Museum presents the world premiere of "A Great Day in Gaming," a documentary chronicling the amazing life of Gerald Lawson, a self-taught engineer who became a Silicon Valley pioneer in electronic video entertainment, and other pioneering African-American gamers. The screening is part of the annual Juneteenth Celebration on ...
Our goal is to educate kids and their families on environmental issues, make them aware of available resources and opportunities, and also to promote, encourage, and reward new innovative ideas.Come and explore the latest developments and opportunties in the following areas:Education and ResearchClean TechnologyAlternative ResourcesWaste ManagementAir QualityLand / Nature PreservationEnergy / Water ConservationThis ...
Your body routinely produces 200 billion red blood cells every day, yet you could spend years at a lab bench attempting to artificially synthesize all of the raw materials that those cells are made of. Your cells manage to do that - and to assemble new cells out of those ...
Explore the fantastic lives of beetles, millipedes, tarantulas, walking sticks, whip scorpions and more! Join us for the opportunity to meet these amazing bugs up-close.
Bedtime with the Beasts is a special overnight program for youth groups (ages 6-18) and their chaperones. An Oakland Zoo education specialist will lead your group on an evening hike around the zoo where you'll get a look at what the zoo is like after all of the guests leave. ...
Where: OaklandCost: $60
Saturday Night StargazingSee the Moon, Planets, Stars, Galaxies and More* Stargaze through astronomical telescopes* Ask questions and talk with amateur astronomers* Learn how to use a star map to find constellations* Share in the wonder of the universe with your friendsStargazing is always weather permitting-be sure to dress warmly. Foggy and overcast ...
