Sunday, December 17: The Magnificent Trees of UCSB
The UCSB campus boasts more than 250 tree species from six continents, including several rare or unusual trees not found elsewhere in the Santa Barbara area. In this walking tour with Larry Ballard, we will take a look at the architecture of trees, discuss identification tips, and introduce participants to many of our local urban trees.
Saturday, April 1: Arroyo Hondo Preserve: A Cross-section Through Our Local Rock Formations
Field Trip with Sabina Thomas Saturday, April 1, 2023, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Participation is limited to 20. Advance registration begins at 9:00 a.m. on March 1 for members and on March 22 for nonmembers at syvnhs@syvnature.org or 805/ 693-5683. Members $15 / Nonmembers $30 / Children $5 Directions and meeting location will be […]
Wednesday, April 26 Pop-Up: Wildflowers of the Blueschist Trail at UC Sedgwick Reserve
“Pop-up” Field Trip with Margie Popper, John Evarts, and other special guests Wednesday, April 26, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Good physical condition and good balance are essential for this trip. Participation is limited to 18. Registration opens for members and nonmembers on Friday, April 21 at 9:00 a.m. at syvnhs@syvnature.org or 805/ 693-5683 Members $10 / Nonmembers $25 […]
Sunday, June 11: Trees of Alameda Park
Field trip with Larry Ballard Sunday, March 12, 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Alameda Park in Santa Barbara Participation is limited to 20 $10 members, $25 nonmembers NEED CHILDREN Advance registration is required for this field trip and will open at 9:00 a.m. on Feb. 12 for members and on Feb. 26 for nonmembers at syvnhs@syvnature.org or 805/ 693-5683. Directions […]
Saturday, November 12: The Legendary Black Smoker of Figueroa Mountain: Exploring Old Mines and Marvelous Rocks
Field trip with Susie Bartz Saturday, November 12, 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Participation is limited to 15. Good physical condition and good balance are essential for this trip. Registration is now open for members and on November 2 at 9:00 a.m. for nonmembers at syvnhs@syvnature.org or 805/ 693-5683. Members $10 / Nonmembers $25 / […]
Saturday, December 10: Winter Birding at Las Cruzitas Ranch
Field Trip with Cruz Phillips Saturday, December 10, 9 a.m. to noon. Participation is limited to 20. Advance registration opens at 9:00 a.m. on November 10 for members and on November 30 for nonmembers at syvnhs@syvnature.org or 805/ 693-5683. Members $10 / Nonmembers $25 / Children $5 This trip will introduce the rich bird life at Las Cruzitas, a […]
Thursday, September 29 Pop-up: Going Batty at the Nature Center
Field Trip at the Neal Taylor Nature Center | Pop-Up Event Thursday, 29 September 2022, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Participation is limited to 30 Register by email at syvnhs@syvnature.org or call 805-693-5683. Free to all participants but a donation to the Neal Taylor Nature Center is encouraged. Directions will be sent to registered participants. This […]
Saturday, January 29: The Monterey Formation at Gaviota Beach East
Field trip with Sabina Thomas This field trip was post-pooned from fall 2021 due to the Alisal Fire. New date: Saturday, January 29, 2022, 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. Participation is limited to 18. Advance registration opened based on the previously scheduled date in October. The trip filled, however, check back for updates on capacity. Register […]