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Event Series Micro May

Magnifying Microfossils with Microscopes

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

As a special continuation of the Microfossil Naturalist Night lecture, join Paleontologist Wayne Thompson for a chance to view his microfossil research up close and personal! Using scientific microscopes, experience the wonders of the prehistoric microscopic world in this once-in-a-lifetime, hands-on opportunity. Who knows what fossils you will see, what paleontological mysteries will be uncovered, and...

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(FULL) Member Meet-Up: Cotoni-Coast Dairies

Cotoni Coast Dairies Davenport, CA

Don’t miss this special, limited-time opportunity for a private guided tour of the Cotoni-Coast Dairies National Monument – before it’s even open to the public! Guided by land stewards and environmental scientists from the Bureau of Land Management, learn what it took to designate a National Monument, the history of the land, and observe all...

Event Series Micro May

Biota & Biomes in Macrophotography

Henry Cowel State Park Felton, United States

Learn to appreciate the diminutive flora and fauna of Santa Cruz through a camera lens. Magnify your photography skills by applying special micro and macro tips, tricks, and techniques to capture and shed light on the micro world around you. Guided by an expert nature photographer, this open-air workshop will lead you on a nature...

Event Series Micro May

Naturalist Night: The Hidden Life of Hummingbirds

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

What’s the buzz with hummingbirds? You may have seen them in your backyard, but how much do you really know about the secretive world of the world’s smallest bird? There is a lot to unpack in these minuscule aviators and here is an opportunity to learn about their incredible flight abilities, diet, size, and social...

Event Series Micro May

Cigarette Surfboard Popup in the Park

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

For one night only, join the artists, designers, and conservationists behind The Cigarette Surfboard for a special popup exhibit in Tyrrell Park! For the first time, see all 10 beautifully decorated cigarette surfboards on display in one place, meet the masterminds behind this gnarly approach to tackling marine microplastics, and enjoy beverages and light bites while taking...

Event Series Micro May

Oil Painting in Miniature

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Explore the tiny side of Tyrrell Park and learn to paint in oils! In celebration of Spring, learn how to capture the beauty of nature’s miniature marvels using oil paints. From pint-sized pollinators to delicate florals, this workshop will train your eye to find, and appreciate, the artful beauty hidden under your nose. This open-air...

After-School Activity: Ornithology

Arte del Corazón 80 Airport Blvd # 206, Freedom, CA, United States

Meet our local birds and craft your own mushroom hat — nature and fun in one! Free and open to Watsonville residents. ¡Conoce las aves de nuestra zona y crea tu propio sombrero de hongo — naturaleza y diversión en uno!  These programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program, created through AB 209...

Featured Featured Event Series Genome June

Genome June First Friday

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, featuring rotating themes, vendors, and activities. Free admission to the Museum all day 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., with special indoor festivities 5 to 8 p.m. Join us for Genomic June! The Museum is...

Rispin Mansion – National Trails Day

Capitola Capitola, CA, United States

Be part of a select group of volunteers who will gain access to the currently off-limits, and rumored to be haunted, Rispin Mansion property. To celebrate National Trails Day, the Museum is partnering with the City of Capitola and Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship to remove invasive plants as part of a garden beautification project...

World Oceans Day Beach Cleanup

Seabright Beach 1300 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Celebrate World Oceans Day with the Museum as we team up with Save Our Shores for a beach cleanup! Give back to your community while showing your love for marine ecosystems as we take to Seabright Beach scrub it clean of trash. All trash grabbers, gloves, bags, and other materials will be provided by the...

Family Fun: Science Illustration

Watsonville Public Library 275 Main St STE 100, Watsonville, CA, United States

Come do scientific illustrations with us at Toddler Tumble Time! You will be making close observations of specimens and using descriptive language and drawings to reflect your observations. Open to Watsonville Residents ¡Venga a hacer ilustraciones científicas con nosotros! Observará detenidamente los especímenes y usarás lenguaje descriptivo y dibujos para plasmar sus observaciones. These programs...

After School Activity: Mammals

Environmental Science Workshop 120 2nd St., Watsonville, CA, United States

Discover local wildlife and take on the egg drop challenge — science meets adventure! Free and open to Watsonville Residents ¡Descubre las especies locales y participa en el desafío del huevo — ciencia y aventura se unen! These programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program, created through AB 209 and administered by California...