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SUMMARY:Fire Ecology of Redwoods
DESCRIPTION:Jumbo July is off to a blazing start\, as we learn the science behind redwood trees fireproof capabilities. This hot topic will showcase the unique adaptations of redwood trees\, how wildfires transform forest ecology\, and how the ecosystems are able to bounce back. \nREGISTER\nInstructor: Brian Woodward – Sempervirens’ Land & Stewardship Committee and Forest Advisor\nClass Size: 60 participants\nMaterials: Light refreshments will be served prior to the start of the program. After the lecture\, there will be an audience engagement game.\nClass Fee: $11 – Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout. \n  \n\nThe Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is thrilled to be partnering with the Sempervirens Fund to offer Jumbo July\, a series highlighting enormous trees\, forest-dwelling giants\, and our special exhibit: Treasured Trees: The Story of Coast Redwoods.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/fire-ecology-of-redwoods/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Redwoods
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250713
DTSTAMP:20260418T162742
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SUMMARY:Redwood Forest Expedition: San Vicente Redwoods
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Land Trust of Santa Cruz County\, adventure through exclusive areas as you partake in a redwood forest exploration. Guided by an expert ecologist\, prepare to trailblaze into the unknown as you explore unique redwood forest ecosystems\, survey wildfire scars\, and\, if you’re lucky\, you might even discover an albino redwood! \nOpen to ages 10+. Appropriate for all skill levels. Due to permitting\, youth under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime Slot A: 10 – 11:30 am \nREGISTER\n\nTime Slot B: 12 – 1:30 pm \nREGISTER\n\nTime Slot C: 2 – 3:30 pm \nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n  \nClass Fee: $35 (adults)/$30 (youth) – Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout.\nInstructor: Liv Fragiacomo\, Fieldwork Lead for the University of California\, Santa Cruz\nClass Size: 15 participants per timeslot\nFYI: This program runs rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for all weather and a light hike.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/redwood-forest-expedition-san-vicente-redwoods/
LOCATION:San Vicente Redwoods\, 12001 Empire Grade\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Walk,Redwoods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T162742
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SUMMARY:Redwoods' Transatlantic Voyage
DESCRIPTION:The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is thrilled to be partnering with the Sempervirens Fund to offer Jumbo July\, a series highlighting enormous trees\, forest-dwelling giants\, and our collaborative exhibit: Treasured Trees: The Story of Coast Redwoods. \nWhile California might be famous for coast redwoods\, get your passport ready as this Jumbo July lecture takes us overseas to explore the impact of the redwoods across Europe. These majestic trees\, introduced by Victorians\, are often found in public parks and country estates and thrive despite not being native to the region. But how did they get there\, and why?  \nREGISTER\nInstructor: Peggy Edwards – Santa Cruz Chapter\, California Native Plant Society\nClass Size: 60 participants\nMaterials: Light refreshments will be served prior to the start of the program. After the lecture\, there will be an audience engagement game.\nClass Fee: $11 – Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/redwoods-transatlantic-voyage/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Redwoods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250718T200000
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SUMMARY:Redwoods in Dura-Lar
DESCRIPTION:As part of this redwood exhibit special\, learn from a featured scientific illustrator on how to capture the intricate beauty of forest ecosystems. \nUsing the rare artistic medium\, Dura-Lar\, learn specialized stenciling and color pencils techniques with step-by-step instruction by a master naturalist and artist. By layering reference materials under the Dura-Lar\, participants will learn to copy intricate details through color-mixing and layering. This class is perfect for aspiring artists or creative nature lovers with no prior experience\, only a passion for the arts and sciences. \nNo prior experience required. Participants will have a completed art piece to take home at the conclusion of the workshop. Open to ages 16+/all experience levels. All supplies included. \nREGISTER\nInstructor: Maria Klos\nClass Size: 20 Students\nMaterials Fee: All supplies are included in class fee.\nClass Fee: $45 – Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout.\nFYI: This class takes place indoors. Supplies may get messy\, so casual attire is recommended.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/redwoods-in-dura-lar/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Redwoods,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTSTAMP:20260418T162742
CREATED:20250617T012433Z
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SUMMARY:Redwood Forest Expedition: Byrne-Milliron Forest
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Land Trust of Santa Cruz County\, adventure through exclusive areas as you partake in a redwood forest exploration. Guided by an expert ecologist\, prepare to trailblaze into the unknown as you explore unique redwood forest ecosystems\, survey wildfire scars\, and\, if you’re lucky\, you might even discover an albino redwood! \nOpen to ages 10+. Appropriate for all skill levels. Due to permitting\, youth under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime Slot A: 10 – 11:30 am \nREGISTER\n\nTime Slot B: 12 – 1:30 pm \nREGISTER\n\nTime Slot C: 2 – 3:30 pm \nREGISTER\n\n\n\n\n  \nClass Fee: $35 (adults)/$30 (youth) – Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout.\nInstructor: Liv Fragiacomo\, Fieldwork Lead for the University of California\, Santa Cruz\nClass Size: 15 participants per timeslot\nFYI: This program runs rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for all weather and a light hike.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/redwood-forest-expedition-byrne-milliron-forest/
LOCATION:Byrne-Milliron Forest\, 809 Browns Valley Rd\, Corralitos\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Walk,Redwoods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T180000
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SUMMARY:Redwood Stewardship with the Sempervirens Fund
DESCRIPTION:The mission of the Sempervirens Fund is to ensure the gigantic coast redwood forests in the Santa Cruz Mountains thrive for generations to come. But what does land stewardship mean and how does it relate to the conservation of an endangered tree? Learn how the Sempervirens Fund protects redwood forests in the Santa Cruz mountains\, preserves the plants and animals that call redwood forests home\, and restores the balance of nature. \nREGISTER\nInstructor: David Cowman – Sempervirens’ Director of Land Stewardship and certified forester\nClass Size: 60 participants\nMaterials: Light refreshments will be served prior to the start of the program. After the lecture\, there will be an audience engagement game.\nClass Fee: $11 – Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout. \n\nThe Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is thrilled to be partnering with the Sempervirens Fund to offer Jumbo July\, a series highlighting enormous trees\, forest-dwelling giants\, and our special exhibit: Treasured Trees: The Story of Coast Redwoods.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/redwood-stewardship-with-the-sempervirens-fund/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Redwoods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T162742
CREATED:20250613T211459Z
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SUMMARY:The Grandeur of Giant Salamanders
DESCRIPTION:Jumbo July wraps up by showcasing the giants dwelling within the redwood duff. These gargantuan trees hide an equally massive array of wildlife\, and none more extraordinary than the seemingly mythical Giant Salamander. There is a lot to unpack with these large legends and here is an opportunity to learn about their incredible survival abilities\, diet\, size\, and behaviors. Dive into the secret life of salamanders with a conservation biologist who conducts fieldwork with these amazing animals that seem to be right out of your imagination. \nREGISTER\nInstructor: Stephen Winsor – Conservation biologist\nClass Size: 60 participants\nMaterials: Light refreshments will be served prior to the start of the program. After the lecture\, there will be an audience engagement game.\nClass Fee: $11 – Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout. \n\nThe Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is thrilled to be partnering with the Sempervirens Fund to offer Jumbo July\, a series highlighting enormous trees\, forest-dwelling giants\, and our special exhibit: Treasured Trees: The Story of Coast Redwoods.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/the-grandeur-of-giant-salamanders/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Redwoods
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