Pre-registration required for all paid classes.  Please call 570-1745

For Adults

Nature Journaling
Indulge your love of nature, just like John Muir.  We'll cover basic drawing composition and journaling techniques.  Colored pencils will be provided and you'll leave with your own nature journal.
Saturday, March 12 9:30-noon
$10 per person
Ages 16 and up.  Ages 12-15 may participate with an adult.

Project Learning Tree Workshop: Environmental Experiences for Early Childhood
Please join us along with other early childhood educators and parents in an introductory workshop for this new curriculum.  Learn how to help children ages 3-6 explore the outdoors with developmentally appropriate activities that:

- develop a sense of wonder
- promote problem-solving skills
- span all learning styles
- engender respect for the environment
- integrate nature-based exploration, art, literature, math, music and movement

All attendees will receive a copy of the new activity guide and a music CD
FREE class
Saturday, April 2, 9-12:30
Advanced reservations are required.  Call 570-1745

Out of the Wilds, and Into your Garden
Want to learn more about native and water-wise gardening?  Come to our monthly free classes focused on California native plants for western gardens. Saturdays 2-4pm

March 5: More Monkeyflowers - Native Diplacus/Mimulus species and how to use them
April 2: The Cuttings Garden - Native plants for cut flowers
May 7: Radiant Reds - Native red and pink flowers
June 4: Tracy's Insect Garden - Attracting insects to your garden
July 2: Buzzing of Bees - Native bees and how to attract them
August 6: Water-wise Success - The first two years in a native plant garden
November 5: Delicious Drinks - Native plants for teas and other beverages
December 3: Magnificent Manzanitas - The Genus Arctostaphylos

El Dorado Audubon Society Meeting
Join us as we discuss news about our feathered friends.
Thursdays, March 17 and April 21, 7:30pm


For All Ages

Audubon Bird Walk
Whether you are a new birder or just want to sharpen your skills, join members of El Dorado Audubon for these morning walks.
Sundays, March 13 and April 10, 8-10am

Family Nightlife Walk
Looking for an alternative to the TV? Bring the kids to the Nature Center for a naturalist-led walk on the trails.
Tuesdays, 7-9pm
$4 per person
March 8: Springtime Happenings
April 12: Owls are Outstanding
May 10: Bugs after Dark
June 14: A Moonlit Night
June 28: Sounds of the Night

Spring Equinox Campfire
Join us for a campfire to celebrate equal hours of day and night and the start of Spring!
Saturday, March 19 7-9pm
$5 per person

Evening Campfire
Join us for an evening of family fun around the campfire!  Learn more about nocturnal wildlife through games, stories and songs.  Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy... and we'll provide the marshmallows to roast!
Friday, June 3 and 17, 7-8:30pm
$3 per person

Butterfly Table
Stop by our interactive butterfly table and learn about these amazing insects.
Sunday, June 12 and 26, 11-2pm

Special Events

Artisan Craft Fair
Buy local, buy handmade.  Peruse the unique crafts on display and make a purchase from a local artisan.
Saturdays, April 30, May 28, June 25

Turtle Show
Members of the Southern California Turtle and Tortoise Club will display large and small turtles from all over the world. 
Saturday, May 7, 10-3pm

Audubon Bird Festival
Friends of the feathered, come flock together!  Explore the avian world through hands-on activities, interactive displays and expert-led bird walks.  Join us to celebrate International Migratory Bird Day.
Saturday, May 14, 10-2pm

Liars, Thieves and Chocolate - An Evening of Storytelling
Come delight both your stomach and your mind!  Local storytellers will dazzle you with stories of chocolate delicacies. Ages 12 and up.
Saturday, June 11, 7:30pm
$5 per person

Annual Butterfly Count
Help gather important data about which species are making the Nature Center home.  Beginners are welcome.  Bring water, sun protection and a sack lunch. $3 per person fee goes to North American Butterfly Association. Pre-registration required.
Saturday, June 25, 10-12pm or 1-3pm