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  • 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...

  • Member Opening: Treasured Trees

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

    Museum Members are invited to join us for s special opening celebration of our newest exhibit, Treasured Trees: The Story of Coast Redwoods. Enjoy a festive evening with refreshments, and be among the first to explore the exhibit! RSVP Online or email events@santacruzmuseum.org Delve into the rich natural history of California’s coast redwoods. This exhibit...

  • Volunteer & Member Meetup: Birding Walk

    East Glenwood Preserve 425 Tabor Dr., Scotts Valley, CA, United States

    Don’t miss this special opportunity for Museum Volunteers and Members to take a private, guided tour of pristine birding habitats. Led by local birding experts, explore the wondrous wilderness of the Santa Cruz County Land Trust! The nature preserve’s habitats include sandhills, ponds, and wildflower meadows. Veteran naturalists and nature newbies are sure to be...

  • ON HOLD: Cotoni-Coast Dairies Full Moon Hike

    Cotoni Coast Dairies Davenport, CA

    NOTICE: Temporary Program Pause Due to the U.S. government shutdown, our Full Moon Hikes at the Cotoni-Coast Dairies National Monument (in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management) are currently on hold. We plan to reschedule these special programs once operations resume. Thank you for your understanding. For questions, please contact events@santacruzmuseum.org.

  • ON HOLD: Cotoni-Coast Dairies Full Moon Hike

    Cotoni Coast Dairies Davenport, CA

    NOTICE: Temporary Program Pause Due to the U.S. government shutdown, our Full Moon Hikes at the Cotoni-Coast Dairies National Monument (in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management) are currently on hold. We plan to reschedule these special programs once operations resume. Thank you for your understanding. For questions, please contact events@santacruzmuseum.org.

  • Member Meetup: Winter Solstice Sea Star Search

    Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    Join us for this 2-hour program exploring some of Santa Cruz’s most vibrant tide pools! Guided by nature educator Anne Cassell, participants will join us for a winter solstice celebration focused on finding sea stars, which play a vital role in our coastal ecosystems. Using iNaturalist, participants will share their sea star observations and contribute...

  • Member Meet-Up: Whale Disentanglement Talk

    Benefit Conference Center 8142 Moss Landing Road, Moss Landing, United States

    Join us for the member and volunteer exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at a recent whale rescue in Monterey Bay. Featuring powerful footage, this presentation offers an immersive, firsthand view of the teamwork, precision, and challenges involved in freeing entangled whales safely and effectively. This event is for Museum Members only. REGISTER

  • Member Meetup: The Resilience of the Redwoods

    Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United States

    Offered by Big Basin State Park, this 2-mile walk through old-growth redwood forest provides an engaging look at the resilience of coastal redwoods and the ongoing recovery of the forest after the devastating CZU Lightning Complex fires in 2020. This hike is a great opportunity to witness nature’s ability to adapt and renew, and also...

  • Member Meetup: West Cliff Geology Walk

    West Cliff Drive West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    Don’t miss this special Member-only opportunity for a private guided tour of the geologic wonders of Santa Cruz. Led by geological experts from the University of California, Santa Cruz, go back in time to discover fossils, rare minerals, and learn the history and stories of what makes West Cliff such a rockin’ place! This event...