Sugarloaf Ridge State Park

Not all wildlife is welcome. Join California Naturalist Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park’s Visitor Center to learn about some of the introduced and invasive species found in the park, and what we are doing to combat the spread.. Free; no RSVP required. Parking fees apply. Future Tabletop Nature TalksContinue reading

Fire, widely considered a destructive force of nature, has its benefits. Join California Naturalist Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park’s Visitor Center for a new perspective on wildfires and how some land management organizations utilize fire for good. Free; no RSVP required. Parking fees apply. Future Tabletop Nature Talks willContinue reading

Plants don’t have legs, so how to they get around? Join California Naturalist Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park’s Visitor Center to learn how seeds make their way throughout the park. Free; no RSVP required. Parking fees apply. Future Tabletop Nature Talks will occur approximately every two Sundays and highlight plantContinue reading

What’s on that leaf? Join California Naturalist and local oak gall expert Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park’s Visitor Center for a deep dive on the rabbit hole that is parasitic gall formers. Free; no RSVP required. Parking fees apply. Future Tabletop Nature Talks will occur approximately every two SundaysContinue reading