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Glenn Keator
Saturday, June 7 • 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
$55 ($50 members)
The plant life in Point Reyes is distinct and quite varied, reflecting the geology, climate, and resulting habitats of the area. Join Dr. Keator to learn fascinating facts about the lives of plants, and to search for some of the 875 species found here. Learn to recognize plant families, identify native and non-native species, and learn more about the 59 rare, threatened or endangered plants of the Peninsula. We’ll spend the day in the field, first at Abbotts Lagoon then up to Mt. Vision to explore a variety of habitats and plant communities.
Wendy Dreskin
Saturday, June 7 • 7:30 AM – 11 AM
$37 ($35 members)
For a brief time during minus tides the hidden mysteries of the reef are revealed. On this early-morning journey, we’ll see giant green anemones, ochre stars, purple sea urchins, various species of crab and possibly mussel worms, bushy-headed peanut worms and brittle stars. Herons, egrets, black oyster catchers and other birds will be on hand for the low tide buffet spread. We will be going out on the reef in hopes of seeing nudibranchs, the colorful sea slugs known as “the butterflies of the sea.” With luck, we will see up to ten species. Be prepared for a long walk, some of it on slippery, seaweed-covered rocks...and for getting wet feet!
This class is currently full. Please call us at (415) 663-1200 to add your name to the waitlist.
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Jayah Paley
Sunday, June 22
10 AM – 4 PM • $48 ($45 members)
OR
Sunday, August 17
10 AM – 4 PM • $48 ($45 members)
Poles not only enable and empower...they’re also fun! With optimal use, your body will recruit more muscles, helping to preserve your joints and burn fat. Poles facilitate an upper body workout and improve balance. Join us and learn how to use poles correctly so you can: reduce knee stress on downhill; achieve more power on uphill; improve performance & stability; avoid hand/wrist/elbow/shoulder strain; improve posture; prevent injury. Learn how to avoid common mistakes and efficiently adjust pole length. Multi-level training and drills provide plenty of opportunity to practice on a variety of terrain. You’ll also learn tips that will enable you to expand your hiking horizons and more safely and completely enjoy your outdoor experiences! Appropriate for ALL levels – hikers, walkers & people with balance issues. Top quality poles and gloves provided for your use.
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With Point Reyes Outdoors
Sunday, July 13 • 10 AM – 2 PM
$85 ($80 members)
OR
Saturday, July 12• 10 AM – 2 PM
$85 ($80 members)
Kayak into the heart of one of the last pristine estuaries on the California coast. Spend the day meandering through this unspoiled estero, exploring the coastlines in hopes of spying bat rays, leopard sharks, harbor seals and waterfowl. Brown and white pelicans, osprey, great and snowy egrets, peregrine falcons and blue herons seasonally pass through the estero as they make the journey between breeding grounds and their winter destinations. The hillsides that surround the bay are home to coyote, bobcat, mountain lions, northern harriers, red tail hawks and the only free-roaming herd of tule elk in the state of California. Every July bat rays, and leopard sharks return to the protected waters of the estero to spawn and mate, making this 160-acre tidal salt marsh a paradise for anyone interested in viewing Mother Nature’s intricate web of life.
The Sunday, July 13 class is currently full. Please call us at (415)663-1200 to add your name to the waitlist.
The Saturday, July 12 class is currently full. Please call us at (415)663-1200 to add your name to the waitlist.
Rich Stallcup
Thursday, July 17 • 9 AM – 3 PM
$55 ($50 members)
While amphibians and reptiles are really quite different, they are often studied together because both are ectotherms—their body temperature fluctuates with the temperature of the environment. Come learn about identification, species range, elemental anatomy, behavior and ecology of the twenty-five herpetological animals of Point Reyes. What roles do various species play in ecosystems and what environmental clues do they give us? Why are some considered indicator species? Join us for a slide show introducing the local reptiles and amphibians and an adventure in the park to see how many species we can find, identify, and learn about.
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David Wimpfheimer
July 18-20 • 8:30 AM Fri – 2 PM Sun
$285 ($265 members)
Join David as he shares one of his favorite places, and one of the most dynamic ecosystems on the planet, Mono Lake. On the first morning of this tour we will explore the lake’s southern shore in the best way possible, by kayak. As we slide by oddly wonderful tufa towers we may encounter hundreds of phalaropes. A simple but important food chain ties them to the trillions of brine shrimp in the lake. The tufa formations are just one geologic aspect of a wondrous basin that includes both the oldest lake on the continent and its youngest mountain range. Lundy Canyon, Saturday’s focus, has incredible botanical diversity and waterfalls in a spectacular canyon. The rest of the weekend features several short hikes to young volcanic domes, sagebrush meadows, mixed conifer woods and riparian forests. These habitats are the breeding zones for many birds including green-tailed towhee, sage thrasher and Townsend’s solitaire. The battle to save Mono Lake was one of the most influential environmental victories of the twentieth century. Come and discover the protected shores and other habitats of this amazing basin. The fee does not include accommodations, meals or transportation although we will send a helpful information packet. Trip fee includes naturalist guides and Friday kayak rental.
Lisa Hug
Saturday, July 26 • 9 AM – 3 PM
$55 ($50 members)
Learn to watch butterflies using only your binoculars - no nets necessary! The North Bay has a great variety of butterflies—from large and colorful Swallowtails to small and subtle Blues. We will look at every scaled, flying critter that we can find! We will start with a short classroom introduction, and then explore some of Marin County’s natural areas to find and identify butterflies in their appropriate habitats.
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Kathy Biggs
Sunday, August 24 • 10 AM – 3 PM
$55 ($50 members)
Come learn about one of Earth’s most successful, but little known, creatures: the dragonflies. These flying predators pre-date the dinosaurs and we’ll learn
both about their biology and life cycle, and how to make identifications and
interpret their sometimes seemingly bizarre behaviors. We’ll start in the classroom learning about these beautiful members of the Order Odonata—the dragonflies and damselflies. Kathy will teach us how to identify the species that are found in the Bay Area, with a quick introduction to those found in other parts of California. Then we’ll head out into the field in search of dragonflies on the wing to study, practice identifying, and we’ll watch for their fascinating behaviors.
Glenn Keator
Sat., August 30 • 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
$55 ($52 members)
The woody plants of Point Reyes ecosystems form the framework of what you see on the trails year round. This course will focus on how to recognize our rich assortment of woody plants and their role in their particular habitats. We’ll have a chance to sample riparian woodland, mixed evergreen forest, Douglas-fir forest, and coastal scrub, each with its own suite of beautiful species. We’ll spend the morning looking at slides from around the Peninsula, and then we’ll follow with a four-mile field excursion to see as much variety as possible.
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