Join our educators and volunteers for a special Science Saturday dedicated to the fascinating world of emotional science. Through hands-on experiments, cool demonstrations, and interactive activities, guests will discover how memory, imagination, and our own biology work together to help us understand and express our feelings. Science Saturday is an educational program designed to inspire guests of all ages to …
Vultures play a crucial role in the health of humans and the planet as a whole. Without vultures, disease would be out of control. This has been the case in many countries who are experiencing the Great Vulture Crisis. The International Vulture Awareness Day was created in 2006 to bring about awareness and appreciation for these vital birds and bring …
Get ready to make some noise and move your body at Family Second Saturday! Families can enjoy hands-on activities that get everyone dancing, drumming, and creating rhythm-inspired art. From playful exercises to interactive sound-making, this program encourages creativity, coordination, and self-expression for all ages. Come move, groove, and make some noise together! Family 2nd Saturday: Music and Movement Saturday, September …
A FREE Event for Members Only; Pre-registration required. Join us for Walk for Wildlife! Explore our beautiful Botanical Gardens and meet our Animal Ambassadors along the route. Enjoy a complimentary pancake breakfast courtesy of the Shasta Dam Kiwanis Club! Animal Ambassador Plushies will be available for purchase in Paul Bunyan’s Forest Camp. We hope to see you there! Supported by …
Join the Education Team for an exhilarating Science Saturday adventure into the vast expanse of the cosmos. Science Saturday is designed for space enthusiasts of all ages! Whether you’re a budding astronomer, a sci-fi fan, or just curious about the universe, this program offers something for everyone. Science Saturday: Out of this World Saturday, August 15 | 10am-1pm Free for …
Happy California Biodiversity Day!! This week is set aside by the California Natural Resource Agency to honor the state’s unique biodiversity, since we are one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. Let’s celebrate all of California’s amazing living things together with crafts and activities, presentations by local organizations, and informational booths. Make a bird or bee house! Contribute …
Get out your wiggles and have a ton of fun at Turtle Bay’s Gardens (or Nursery Building if it rains!) Charlie Rabbit features gardening and nature activities for young children, their siblings, parents, and grandparents. Remember to wear your favorite gardening clothes! Free for members | Included with park or garden admission Monthly on the First Saturday 10-11am
Come meet the turtles at Turtle Bay as we celebrate World Turtle Day. Whether in the desert, forest or ocean, turtles are found almost everywhere. This special turtle program will introduce you to the diversity of the turtle world. Also enjoy watching turtle races with a few of our turtle animal ambassadors and see the inside of a turtle shell …
Discover how small squares can create big ideas at Art Lab! Using graph paper as a guide, participants will design pixel-inspired artwork one square at a time. From simple patterns to detailed images, this hands-on activity explores how digital-style art can be created with analog tools. Every person is a creative person! Whether you’re a seasoned creator or just beginning …
Senator K. Maurice & Marianne Johannessen Foundation presents Walk on the Wild Side Animal Show Marvel as an owl flies inches from your head. See a porcupine up close and personal. Watch a raccoon and a fox use their tails to balance and climb. Can you fit into tight spaces like a badger? Join us for a fun-filled, educational wildlife …
