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Nature Journal Studio

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Nature journaling can help us view the natural world with new perspectives, learn about our surroundings, and see the extraordinary in the ordinary. During monthly Nature Journal Studio sessions at the Museum, Melinda Nakagawa will guide you through a topic as we practice skills in a group setting and share our learning with others. We […]
$2 – $4

Native Foods Workshop with Alex Tabone

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
How did the Ohlone, ancestors of the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band, use ingenuity to turn the bounty of the Santa Cruz area into delicious meals 500 years ago? Find out how as we use the traditional process of making food from local plants including bay nuts, grassland seeds, and acorns. We will follow the whole process […]
$10 – $20

Family Fun: Nature Weaving

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Bring your family to this hands-on morning of weaving using materials collected from nature. As a group, we’ll gather our collections, learn different techniques for creating woven treasures, and make artwork that can be taken home or given as a gift. Space is limited and registration is required for this free family program. Saturday, November […]
Free

Mini Fungus Fair

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
It’s mushroom season! Join local fungiphiles at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for the return of the (Mini) Fungus Fair in partnership with the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz. Explore a display of dozens of species of local mushrooms while enjoying free family-friendly activities and community resources: Free admission to the Museum all day! Fungus forward […]
Free

Winter Wonders Camp | Ages 5-7 is FULL

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
January 3rd- 6th, 2023 Times: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. Grades: K through 2nd grade (ages 5-7) Price: $225 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) Description: Winter can be a wild time! Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History this winter break to learn about the seasons, the weather, and how […]
$225

Family Fun with Salamanders

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Winter is a great time for getting to know local amphibians. Join our Education Coordinator Chris Soriano for a fun morning in the redwoods looking for salamanders! We’ll explore the woods, learn how to find salamanders, and practice turning over logs and rocks in ways that protect critters. Saturday, January 14, 2023 10 a.m. to […]
Free

Watsonville World Wetlands Day 2023!

Join Us for World Wetlands Day Saturday, February 4, 2023 – Struve Slough, Watsonville 10am – 1pm Join Watsonville Wetlands Watch, the City of Watsonville, and many community partners for our World Wetlands Day Celebration on Saturday, February 4th at the Struve Slough trail. We will plant native plants and restore the wetland habitat from […]
Free

Perils in Paradise: Natural Disasters in Santa Cruz County with Gary Griggs

London Nelson Community Center 301 Center St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
The climate, beautiful coastline, and majestic mountains that draw countless people to the Santa Cruz region every year were developed by the same forces that wreak havoc along the coast on a regular basis: floods, landslides, earthquakes, and storms. Join Dr. Gary Griggs for a presentation about the historical and geologic context of the perils […]
$10

A Community Conversation on Climate Change: Action and Hope

Cabrillo College, Horticultural Center, Koppes Community Room Sanders Ave,, Aptos, United States
On Thursday March 16, the Democratic Women’s Club will host “A Community Conversation on Climate Change: Action & Hope” at the Cabrillo College Horticulture Building.  Hear from local climate leaders working on sustainable agriculture, coastal resilience, land protection and carbon sequestration, citizen science, and actions you and your family can take now to cut emissions, save […]
Free

First Friday | The Art of Nature

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Get to know Santa Cruz’s WILD SIDE at the Museum of Natural History. Nerd out on your night out during monthly after hours events every First Friday, featuring rotating themes, vendors, and activities. Free admission to the Museum all day 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., with special outdoor festivities 5-8 p.m. April’s event will feature over a […]
Free

Earth Day and Day of the Child

Watsonville Plaza, 358 Main S 358 Main St., Watsonville, CA, United States
More than 30 organizations will be present this year providing resources and activities. The Bird School Project will be talking about declining bird populations and the factors that contribute to them, Pajaro Valley Climate Action will have two electric vehicles on display, the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History will discuss the ecological impacts of […]
Free

First Friday | The Art of Nature

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Get to know Santa Cruz’s WILD SIDE at the Museum of Natural History. Nerd out on your night out during monthly after hours events every First Friday, featuring rotating themes, vendors, and activities. Free admission to the Museum all day 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., with special outdoor festivities 5-8 p.m. April’s event will feature over a […]
Free

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