by admin | May 11, 2026 | Going Batty, Uncategorized
A Comprehensive Guide for Bat Box Designs, Placement, Location, Color, Climate, Time of Year, and Whether You Should Install One in the First Place by Colin Eldridge, NTNC Docent We recently heard from someone who attended our Going Batty program and went home...
by admin | Apr 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
$5,600+ in Cash Prizes Over $38,000 raised for the Nature Center $12,000 + in Merchandise Prizes Awarded 535 men, women, and children registered. THANK YOU to our many generous donors and volunteers! Neal Taylor Nature Center’s 29th Annual Fish Derby The Derby began...
by admin | Feb 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
Snow in the San Rafael Mountains above Cachuma Lake is a rare treat, transforming the usual brown brush into bright white ridgelines framing the reservoir’s deep blue water. While the Santa Ynez Valley floor and Cachuma Lake sit in a mild, snow-free Mediterranean...
by admin | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Ants, those tiny yet remarkable creatures, play an immensely significant role in many ecosystems around the world, contributing to biodiversity and functioning in ways often unnoticed by human eyes. As we delve into the intricate world of ants, we uncover a tapestry...
by admin | Jan 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
Inside California’s Most Diverse Water Portfolio A recap of “Food for Thought” Speakers Series: Santa Barbara’s Diverse Water System, Past & Present, which took place at the Neal Taylor Nature Center on September 14, 2025 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. During...
by admin | Dec 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
As we step into 2026, we look back on 2025 with gratitude for all of the visitors, donors, volunteers, and teachers who make our work possible. From welcoming over 45,000 visitors to the nature center in 2025, to improving our exhibits and programs, in 2025 the nature...
