by admin | Oct 4, 2024 | Going Batty, Uncategorized
Here’s a kid-favorite bat bookmark origami activity that we sometimes do here at the Nature Center. As far as origami goes, this bat is easy to make and fun for all ages. This craft is also great for any occasion, but is especially popular as we get closer...
by admin | Aug 5, 2024 | Uncategorized
header image credit: California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) | fire.ca.gov | Earthstar Geographics | California State Parks, Esri, TomTom, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, EPA, USFWS On July 5th, 2024, a wildfire broke out near Zaca Lake in the...
by admin | Jun 7, 2024 | Uncategorized
Meet captain Tiffany Vague, an incredibly talented rod builder. Tiffany is a master at her craft, having won 1st place in a people’s choice award and one of the top 10 rods internationally at the annual international rod building conference. She weaves thread...
by admin | May 10, 2024 | Going Batty, Uncategorized
Bats play a vital role in many ecosystems, like controlling insect populations, fertilizing soils and pollinating plants. With more than 1,400 species identified, 20% of all mammal species are bats. Many are threatened or endangered due to fungal diseases, habitat...
by admin | Apr 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
565 people registered, with over $36,000 raised for the Nature Center. Participants won $5,000+ in cash prizes, and $10,000 in merchandise and raffle prizes! The Derby began on Saturday, April 20th at 6 a.m. and ended at 12 noon on April 21, 2024....
by admin | Mar 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
It’s springtime in California, and on very rainy years following drought or wildfire, we have the perfect conditions for a wildflower superbloom. Southern California is renowned for its spectacular wildflower vistas, and Santa Barbara County hosts some of the...
