Join us Sunday, August 17 for a lively, eye-opening look at pollinators — from monarch butterflies and their epic migration to bees, moths, bats, beetles, and beyond! Discover how climate change and pesticides are impacting these vital species, and learn which native plants can turn your own yard into a pollinator haven. Plus: find out […]
Free Fun!!! Join us at Malibu Creek State Park! Learn about the wildlife that shares your community. Who’s out there? What are they looking for? What can I expect when it comes to native wildlife sharing my neighborhood? What are wildlife attractants? What are wildlife deterrents? How can I learn more about native wildlife? How […]
Tues- Wed August 26-Aug 27 $150 per person Join Teranga Wildlife for a 2-day educational adventure on Santa Cruz Island, home to the island fox and stunning marine life! Discover the incredible story of how this tiny predator was brought back from the brink of extinction.Enjoy a moderate 3-mile hike (one short hill plenty of time […]
What secrets lie beneath the world’s tallest trees? Why do elk roam coastal prairies, and how do tiny creatures keep a forest of giants alive? Join us for a lively hour exploring the hidden stories and wild wonders of California’s redwood region. Whether you’re planning to come along on our upcoming Redwoods trip or simply […]
Learn About Catios! Join us as we uncover why catios are the purr-fect solution for happy, safe kitties! We’ll dig into fun and functional design tips, then shine the spotlight on one show-stopping catio to see what makes it the cat’s meow. FREE! (photo by Scott Froschauer)
The Los Angeles Catio Tour is an event that takes place at homes with catios throughout Los Angeles from 10am-2pm on Oct.11, 2025. **Wait- What’s a catio??? A catio is an enclosed area outside where cats can experience the outdoors while being protected and while protecting native wildlife like lizards and birds. Cat + Patio […]
Welcome to the California Wildlands & Waters Field Trip! Explore the Majestic Landscapes and Unique Ecosystems of Coastal and Northern California **Note- this trip has a CA Naturalist option- where you can add the coursework to become a CA naturalist through this trip and 3 additional online sessions. Those online sessions are Oct. 15, 23 […]
Hope you can join us for this informational meeting about the neighborhood coyotes.Learn about coyote behavior, safety tips, and how to prevent conflict and keep pets safe.We'll talk about and demonstrate some humane hazing techniques as well.See you there!7pm, Dec. 4, Stagg St. El, Lake Balboa
Each winter, the California coast becomes a gathering place.Western monarch butterflies cluster in sheltered groves, sea otters raft together in calm bays, and elephant seals return to sandy beaches to raise their pups. On this one-day trip, we’ll visit three sites:• A western monarch overwintering grove• Morro Bay’s resident sea otters• San Simeon’s elephant seal […]
Feb. 7-11, 2026 This immersive, field-based California Naturalist course is offered with an optional certification pathway. Join us as we explore life at the ecological edges of California’s desert and water systems. Based at the Anza-Borrego Desert Research Center, we’ll study Colorado Desert ecology, geology, biodiversity, and climate change through daily field experiences, journaling, interpretation […]