Join Ranger Aimee in exploring the less-traveled trails at Muir Woods. From where the popular Main Trail diverges with the Fern Creek Trail, we will take the one less traveled by to Camp Alice Eastwood Trail.The cascades, ferns, and fragrant tanoaks of this quiet side canyon of Muir Woods will ...
Hike the Mallard Slough TrailLook for birds, mammals, and animal tracks as we explore along the water's edge on this 3.7-mile nature walk. Bring binoculars and your favorite field guide to help enjoy the views. Have at least one liter of water, snacks, and appropriate clothing. This hike runs rain or shine. Led by ...
Where: AlvisoCost: Free
Little Explorers Workshop: Tails and WorkshopsMake take-home projects and do activities with our menagerie of animals, including rabbits, turtles, and birds. Young children develop an appreciation of living things and spark their curiosity with a new animal theme each week.
Where: BerkeleyCost: $65-80
Marshlands of DreamsJoin Paul Mueller on a 1-mile walk of the LaRiviere Marsh Trail to find traces of the past. Prior to marsh restoration, learn how Californians utilized the area for farming, quarrying, salt production, and transportation. There will opportunities for bird watching as well.
Where: FremontCost: Free
Open House at the Marine Science InstitutePlease bring your friends and family to visit our site. Feel fre to explore our discovery classrooms, view live fish and invertebrates in our aquarium, and pack a picnic lunch to nibble on whilst enjoing our Bay front location. Staff will be around to answer questions and give you a ...
Where: Redwood CityCost: Free
Drones: Love 'em or Hate 'em...? Tom Gregory graduated from Cal Berkely and retired from NASA-Ames Research Center after 37 years where he worked with the wind tunnels, simulators, computers, and flight test aircraft. Much of that work was on remotely piloted vehicles (RPVs) or "drones" as they are called now. He is currently studying and ...
Where: San CarlosCost: Free with admission
Mad Science Valentine: Elixirs, hearts, essences, and immortaliTEASJoin us for a Valentine's-Themed Day of Science!Drop in throughout the day! Apertif, 11-11:30am (Ken). Kick off the day with some caffeinated potions.The Anatomy of a Broken Heart: For all the Future Mad Scientists, and Medical Professionals who can't get enough lab and dissection time... 11-1pm, $10 (Alan). In Honor ...
Where: OaklandCost: TBD
MicroBioblitz at PLACETardigrades, Diatoms and Nematodes oh my! We'll use microscopes and smartphone magnifying lenses to explore the wonderments of the microscopic world at PLACE for Sustainable Living in Oakland.Have you ever wondered about all of the small organisms that are around you all the time? Finally... you'll have a chance to ...
Where: OaklandCost: Free
Water DetectivesIn Matamoros, Mexico, a severe water shortage led to a one-of-a-kind solution: The city put local children in charge of changing adults' attitudes and habits. Thousands of schoolchildren were enlisted as "water detectives." Educated about resource conservation, they were encouraged to discuss proper water usage with adults and were authorized ...
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
Mega-DroughtTrends indicate that a major drought event is looming in the not-too-distant future. In as few as three decades we could experience conditions that would make the Dust Bowl of the 1930s seem like an oasis. Efforts to conserve, while admirable and desperately necessary, may already be too late. This ...
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
Earth Under WaterNational Geographic explores the potential effects of sea level rise on our civilization over the next few centuries. "Earth Under Water" explains the science behind the prediction of sea level rise and shows what will happen if the levels rise with increasing speed. Then, we fast forward to the 23rd ...
Where: Palo AltoCost: Free
Parent's Night OffChocolate & Roses – check! Romantic dinner reservation – booked! Do not disturb sign – printed! Child care – uh oh! Let us look after your kids for you, while you take some quality time for yourselves! Even though they are for kids, Parent's Nights Off are designed with adults ...
Where: OaklandCost: $45.00 per child and $30.00 for each add'l sibling
The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is excited to open its doors for an adults-only (18+)* evening event. This February discover the secret love lives of animals, from fascinating romantic rituals to the science of attracting mates. Grab a drink, enjoy salsa dance lessons, and take a closer look ...
Where: Pacific GroveCost: $20 General, $15 Members
