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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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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Naturally Speaking Series – What is Environmental History and What Can it Teach Us?

T Ranger Cyrus Forman is an environmental historian, which means he investigates the past, present, and future of our ecosystems and the environmental movements that protect them. Join him for a live, virtual talk to learn about this fascinating topic and his work in the field. Hope to see you there!  When: Thursday, April 6th, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Where:  Zoom Please RSVP if you plan on … Continue reading Naturally Speaking Series – What is Environmental History and What Can it Teach Us?

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ACS Lecture Series – Dr. David Weller

The next virtual webinar sponsored by the American Cetacean Society (ACS) will be held on Wednesday February 8 at 7:00pm over Zoom. Dr. David Weller will be presenting “Getting to Know Gray Whales: My Lifetime of Research” No registration is required. About the Speaker:Dr. David Weller has been studying the biology and ecology of whales and dolphins for 35 years. His specialization is in the areas … Continue reading ACS Lecture Series – Dr. David Weller

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Naturally Speaking Series – The Great Migration – Gray Whales from Alaska to Baja

This a hybrid event – in-person in the auditorium (masks are optional) as well as a free event on Zoom. Which mammals have the longest annual migration in the world? The Eastern Pacific Gray Whale (Eschrichtius robustus) travels all the way from Alaska to Baja California (and back again) every year – but why? Join marine biologist Sarah Taber as she shares more on Gray Whales, … Continue reading Naturally Speaking Series – The Great Migration – Gray Whales from Alaska to Baja

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ACS Lecture Series – Troy Sears

So what is the coolest thing you have ever seen? Confessions of a whale watching captain with over 7,000 days on the water. The next virtual webinar sponsored by the American Cetacean Society (ACS) will be held on Wednesday January 18 at 7:00pm over Zoom. Troy Sears will be presenting “So what is the coolest thing you have ever seen? Confessions of a whale watching captain with over … Continue reading ACS Lecture Series – Troy Sears