A man in an orange snow jacket and blue snow pants stands on a tumble of gray rocks and looks into the distance with snowy and icy scenery behind him. Text banners above and below the image advertise the event.
CNMF, Continuing Education

Naturally Speaking Series – When Rhinos Roamed and Walruses Were Weird: The Story of Life in Ancient SoCal

oday, we know Southern California for its sunny days and sprawling cities. But if we travel through the pages of geologic history, the world we know would have looked unrecognizable through the ages. From ancient rainforests 45 million years ago to sunken seagrass meadows 15 million years ago, Southern California has undergone incredible environmental changes and hosted a wonderful assortment of strange, but somewhat familiar … Continue reading Naturally Speaking Series – When Rhinos Roamed and Walruses Were Weird: The Story of Life in Ancient SoCal

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A bright red crab is partially submerged in shallow water, surrounded by various types of seaweed and marine plants. The crab's claws and legs are clearly visible, and its body is a vivid red color, contrasting with the sandy and rocky seabed. The water is clear, allowing a good view of the crab and its surroundings.
What is in the Tidepools

What’s in the Tidepools? – February 2025

(Bat Star – NPS Photo/P. Geisler) Here is a sampling of what our volunteers observed during this busy 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 and our YouTube page. Enjoy the virtual visit through the tidepools. Continue reading What’s in the Tidepools? – February 2025

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A gray-and-white bird-of-prey with black speckles on its belly and a large, hooked yellow-and-gray bicolored beak tucks into a dive as it flies through the air. Text banners above and below the image advertise the event.
CNMF, Continuing Education

Naturally Speaking Series – The Peregrine Falcon – Fastest Animal in the World!

Please join volunteer naturalist Don Endicott to learn about Peregrine Falcons, the fastest animal on Earth! Don will talk about the Peregrine’s highly specialized physical features and aerial skills, adaptations required for successfully capturing prey while reaching speeds over 200 miles an hour. Their natural history, courtship behaviors, and remarkable comeback from near extinction in the mid-1960s will also be discussed. Featured throughout the talk … Continue reading Naturally Speaking Series – The Peregrine Falcon – Fastest Animal in the World!

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The image shows a scenic coastal landscape during sunset. The foreground features rugged, reddish-brown cliffs with some vegetation. Below the cliffs, there is a rocky shoreline with scattered boulders and small pools of water. The ocean stretches out to the horizon, with gentle waves rolling in. The sky is a gradient of colors, transitioning from a soft orange near the horizon to a pale blue higher up, indicating the sun is setting. The overall atmosphere is calm and serene, with warm tones from the setting sun illuminating the scene.
What is in the Tidepools

What’s in the Tidepools? – January 2025

(Anemone – NPS Photo/M. Rose) Here is a sampling of what our volunteers observed during this busy month — thank you to everyone who contributed. Along with the king tides, we also had Whale Watch Weekend. We have lots of Bat Stars, we have lots of Sea Hares, we have anemones, we have crabs, we have keyhole limpets, we have a major bluff collapse, we … Continue reading What’s in the Tidepools? – January 2025

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