Threatened Oceans - Damaged Habitat & Plastic PollutionOceans and coastal waters of Central California are in peril because they are recovering from a myriad of historical destructive human actions and also are threatened by modern human actions. Historical threats that have had long-term effects include extirpation of keystone species such as sea otters, development, pollution, and fishing ...
Where: SausalitoCost: $20 advance/$$25 at door, free for members
Free Family Fun Day at YSI - Calling all local Science Agent Recruits!Attention all local Science Agent Recruits! Your presence has been requested for a Youth Science Institute first-ever secret mission. MISSION CODE NAME: Free Family Fun Day 2015 This year's theme: "Secret Science Agents" Your Mission includes: - Having Fun - FREE crafts and experiments, - FREE instructor-led ...
Where: Los GatosCost: FREE!
Science Saturday: Cool CatsCan you leap as far as a bobcat or pull as much weight as a mountain lion? Test your abilities and learn what makes these cats such cool predators. Compare their differences and similarities, examine skulls and real bobcat fur, as well as other activities! Join us for a fun ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: Free
The Dangers of Bridging the Golden GateFind out the dangers for which the bridge engineers had to design and prepare-above and below the sea surface.Meet Ranger Will Elder at the Battery Godfrey parking area off Langdon Court near Merchant Rd. and Lincoln Blvd.
Where: San FranciscoCost: Free, reservations required
BayMobile Visits the Bay Model Visitor CenterAquarium of the Bay's BayMobile is coming to the Bay Model! Using our Mobile Bay Lab, visitors will experiment with the science of climate change and meet some of Aquarium of the Bay's animal ambassadors. All Bay Model visitors are welcome to stop by for this hour long program.
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Water you Gonna Do?! Interact with and learn about the three phases of water, explore how rising global temperatures change the water on our planet, and discuss the effects of rising sea level on wild habitats and people.Target audience: 2nd grade and up.
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
Introduction to the Botany SeriesNew to plant science? This class aims to be a fun introduction to the world of plants, and features short lectures, hands-on activities and educational games. We will survey other classes in the Park Academy botany series, and cover topics such as plant parts, using plant keys, scientific plant names, ...
Where: San FranciscoCost: Donation appreciated
It's Ptough to be a Pteropod! Measure and observe changing chemistry in an ocean-like environment, explore the complex food web, and discuss potential solutions to slow that change.Target Audience: 4th grade and up.
Where: SausalitoCost: Free
5 Tools You Can Use to Find the Elusive Gray FoxDo you sometimes see paw prints in mud or scat (poop) on the trails and assume that a dog left it? It could be from something else. Come along with me and I will show you how to distinguish and identify the markings of a gray fox. Gain some insights into the fox's nature and ...
Where: FremontCost: Free
Jazz under the StarsSee the first quarter moon and more thru our telescopes, while listening to KCSM Jazz 91 FM. Dress warmly and come by anytime between 6 & 10 p.m. Free parking in Marie Curie Lot 5. Directions here.
