Do you have a telescope at home that you just don’t use because you’re not sure how it works? Or, are you looking to purchase or upgrade a telescope but don’t know where to start? Then this class is for you! You will work on-one-one with our knowledgeable docents who will guide you in collimatingContinue reading
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What is a fungus? A slime mold? Lichen? Join California Naturalist Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside the Visitor Center for an interactive crash course on these mycelium miracles. Free; no RSVP required. Future Tabletop Nature Talks will occur approximately every two Sundays and highlight decomposers & detritivores, wildlife winter adaptations, and more! |
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Have you ever admired amazing deep sky astrophotography images and wondered if you could ever create similar images? Now you can! With raw data provided from the telescopes at the Robert Ferguson Observatory, in this class series of three sessions you will have the opportunity to learn how to process and edit your own beautiful deepContinue reading |
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Do you have a telescope at home that you just don’t use because you’re not sure how it works? Or, are you looking to purchase or upgrade a telescope but don’t know where to start? Then this class is for you! You will work on-one-one with our knowledgeable docents who will guide you in collimatingContinue reading
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If you are in grades 4-9 (but who's counting?) and interested in all things space, or know someone who is, join a virtual meeting and meet others with similar interests.Contact [email protected] for the zoom link.
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If you are in grades 4-9 (but who's counting?) and interested in all things space, or know someone who is, join a virtual meeting and meet others with similar interests.Contact [email protected] for the zoom link.
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If you are in grades 4-9 (but who's counting?) and interested in all things space, or know someone who is, join a virtual meeting and meet others with similar interests.Contact [email protected] for the zoom link. |
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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.
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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. $15.00 per adult; $10.00Continue reading |
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This 5-week UC-certified course explores our local ecology, engages you in citizen science, and allows you to share your knowledge with others. The 40-hour course combines a science curriculum with guest lecturers, field trips, and project-based learning to explore the unique ecology and natural history of the Inner Coastal Range of Sonoma and Napa. IfContinue reading |
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Have you ever admired amazing deep sky astrophotography images and wondered if you could ever create similar images? Now you can! With raw data provided from the telescopes at the Robert Ferguson Observatory, in this class series of three sessions you will have the opportunity to learn how to process and edit your own beautiful deepContinue reading |
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Bring your Valentine to our Bring Your Own Binoculars and Chair night! This is a guided tour into the wonders of the night sky that are visible through common binoculars. Guests will station their chairs in the parking lot outside the observatory and knowledgeable docents with laser pointers will guide guests to the hidden secretsContinue reading |
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Even nature has its janitors. Join California Naturalist Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside the Visitor Center to meet and learn about how the unsung heroes of the forest help keep the park clean. Free; no RSVP required. Future Tabletop Nature Talks will occur approximately every two Sundays and highlight wildlife winter adaptations, microscopicContinue reading |
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This 5-week UC-certified course explores our local ecology, engages you in citizen science, and allows you to share your knowledge with others. The 40-hour course combines a science curriculum with guest lecturers, field trips, and project-based learning to explore the unique ecology and natural history of the Inner Coastal Range of Sonoma and Napa. IfContinue reading |
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Have you ever admired amazing deep sky astrophotography images and wondered if you could ever create similar images? Now you can! With raw data provided from the telescopes at the Robert Ferguson Observatory, in this class series of three sessions you will have the opportunity to learn how to process and edit your own beautiful deepContinue reading |
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This 5-week UC-certified course explores our local ecology, engages you in citizen science, and allows you to share your knowledge with others. The 40-hour course combines a science curriculum with guest lecturers, field trips, and project-based learning to explore the unique ecology and natural history of the Inner Coastal Range of Sonoma and Napa. IfContinue reading |
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Spring is upon us, and with that, familiar wildlife is returning to Sugarloaf. Join California Naturalist Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside the Visitor Center to meet and learn about plants and animals and how they adapted for the winter months. Free; no RSVP required. Future Tabletop Nature Talks will occur approximately every twoContinue reading |
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