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Deep Sky Astrophotography Image Capture (class 3 of 3)

Do you understand the fundamentals of deep sky image processing, and would you now like to learn how to capture your own raw data?  This class is for you!Note that this class is designed for students who have already attended the RFO “Deep Sky Astrophotography Processing Class” or for students who already have experience withContinue reading

Weekly Native Plant Sales at Sonoma Garden Park

Sonoma Garden Park 19996 7th St E, Sonoma, CA, United States

We are selling a variety of California native plants to the public every Friday from 12:00-3:00 pm to help local gardeners create and maintain drought tolerant and pollinator-friendly gardens and landscapes. Simply drop into our Native Plant Nursery. For questions, email our Native Plant Nursery Manager at hannah@sonomaecologycenter.org. No registration needed

Van Hoosear Wildflower Walk

Van Hoosear Wildflower Preserve Sonoma, CA, United States

Join Sonoma Ecology Center for our annual spring hikes at Van Hoosear Wildflower Preserve, a stunning 162-acre protected area renowned for its incredible biodiversity and vibrant wildflower displays. This exclusive opportunity allows participants to experience one of Sonoma Valley’s most treasured landscapes, guided by expert naturalists from the Sonoma Ecology Center.

Solar Observing

Come and view our closest star and learn about sunspots, prominences, flares and more. We observe with both visible light and radio telescopes. Sign up for this free event at https://rfo.simpletix.com.

Celebrating Earth Day at Sebastiani Theatre with a special complimentary screening of The Last of the Nightingales

Sebastiani Theatre 476 1st St E, Sonoma, CA, United States

Celebrating Earth Day at Sebastiani Theatre with a special complimentary screening of The Last of the Nightingales Bernie Krause, the legendary pioneer of Soundscape Ecology, takes us on an immersive journey to understand the roadmap that natural soundscapes can offer for overcoming the climate crisis. 1:00-2:30 pm, Saturday, April 26, 2025  Tickets are not required,Continue reading

Public Star Party

Robert Ferguson Observatory 2603 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood, CA, United States

Purchase tickets at rfo.simpletix.com.Presentations on astronomical topics are given in the classroom throughout the course of the evening. Starting at dusk, the Observatory’s three main telescopes are open for your viewing. Docents set up additional telescopes in front of the building. Friendly and knowledgeable docents are available to answer your questions. $17.00 per adult; $12.00 forContinue reading

Beginning Birding Walk

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood, CA, United States