• Tabletop Nature Talk: Leaf Venation and Margins

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

    Look closely at a leaf - there is so much to notice. 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 to learn more about how to differentiate leaves and make your own take-home art project. Free; no RSVP required. Parking fees apply. […]

  • Tabletop Nature Talk: Venomous/Poisonous Animals of Sugarloaf

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

    What happens if that bites me? What happens if I bite it? Join California Naturalist Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park's Visitor Center to learn about the toxic inhabitants that call Sugarloaf home. Free; no RSVP required. Parking fees apply. Future Tabletop Nature Talks will occur approximately every two Sundays […]

  • Tabletop Nature Talk: Colors/Patterns/Signals

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

    Animal outfits- why does that animal look like that and what does it mean? Join California Naturalist Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park's Visitor Center  to learn the secret language of animal colors. Free; no RSVP required. Parking fees apply. Future Tabletop Nature Talks will occur approximately every two Sundays […]

  • Tabletop Nature Talk: Up Close/Under the Scope

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

    Care for a closer look? 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 everyday nature that is typically overlooked. We will have microscopes, magnifying glasses, and more fun tools to enhance the experience! Free; no RSVP required. Parking fees apply. Future Tabletop […]

  • Tabletop Nature Talk: Rocks of Sugarloaf

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

    Curious about what rocks and minerals make up the trails at Sugarloaf? Join California Naturalist Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park's Visitor Center for a hands-on look at some specimens of what you can expect to find in the park and surrounding landscape. Free; no RSVP required. Parking fees apply. […]

  • Tabletop Nature Talk: Decomposers & Detritivores

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

    Even nature has its janitors. Join California Naturalist Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park's Visitor Center to meet and learn about how the unsung heroes of the forest help keep the park clean. Free; no RSVP required. Parking fees apply. Future Tabletop Nature Talks will resume sometime after the rainy […]