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A website for the Volunteers in Parks (VIPs) at Cabrillo National Monument, San Diego, CA
Continuing Education

Naturally Speaking Series – Flying Machines – Avian Adaptations for Flight

This a hybrid event – in-person in the auditorium as well as a free event on Zoom. Biologist and science educator Sam Wynns is nerdy for birds. From their beautiful feathers, melodic songs, and silly dances she appreciates all things avian, but one amazing characteristic stands above all – their ability to fly. Join Sam as she explores avian adaptations for flight in this interactive, family friendly Naturally … Continue reading Naturally Speaking Series – Flying Machines – Avian Adaptations for Flight

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Continuing Education

ACS Lecture Series – Kirsten Donald

The next virtual webinar sponsored by the American Cetacean Society (ACS) will be held on Wednesday May 10 at 7:00pm over Zoom. Please join us to hear Kirsten Donald present on Marine Mammal Rescue, Rehabilitation & Research. No registration is required. About the Speaker: Kirsten Donald is the Vice President of  Education and Ocean Advocacy at Pacific Marine Mammal Center and Marine Mammal Biologist. She earned … Continue reading ACS Lecture Series – Kirsten Donald

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What is in the Tidepools

What’s in the Tidepools? – April 2023

(NPS Photo/P. Geisler) April’s highlights were brittle stars, sea hares, keyhole limpets, octopus, By the Wind Sailors and Spring flowers. Here is a sampling of what our volunteers observed during this month — thank you to everyone who contributed. Remember to send in your photos; we truly appreciate sharing them with everyone. Don’t forget to visit the Tidepool Videos page. The Keyhole limpet is often … Continue reading What’s in the Tidepools? – April 2023

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