Details: We invite you to join us for this unique nighttime event to explore the Garden after sunset. In celebration of Bat Month, participants can enjoy an array of activities with an emphasis on bats. Discover what insect bats dine on at our black-light station or play bat-themed games under the night sky and canopy…
Details: One of the most powerful tools in your birding kit is learning to recognize a bird’s sounds, as well as recognize it by sight. In fact, we can learn to identify birds without ever seeing them, just by knowing their songs, calls, and other noises that give them away. You don’t have to be an…
Details: Join Scot Pipkin, the Garden’s Director of Education and Engagement, who will lead a group walk through the Garden for a morning of watching and listening for a variety of birds. During this walk you may see several types of bird species that migrate to our region for the Winter. Our birders may see…
Details: Relax, restore, and reconnect with nature and the more-than-human world. Honoring ancient human practices of nature connection. Elena Rios will give you directions, in the form of invitations, to assist you in slowing down and observing with all of your senses. It isn’t so much about knowing all of the names of the plants,…
Come meet our Backcountry Rangers as they lead several engaging weekend experiences ranging from nature crafts to outdoor adventure skills. First access will be for our Garden members at 9:30 a.m. but will extend to the general public after 10:00 a.m. Experiences, dates and times: Adventure Knots! (recommended for ages 7+) Saturday, September 10th (Shifts:…
Sensei and the Teahouse Management Committee welcome Garden visitors to observe a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. This demonstration will act as a live exhibit and celebrate the summer season in anticipation of fall. Tea will not be served at the demonstration. Time Demonstrations will last for 30 minutes and occur at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30…
Details: Join Scot Pipkin, the Garden’s Director of Education and Engagement, who will lead a group walk through the Garden for a morning of watching and listening for a variety of birds. Both beginner and experienced birders will appreciate the diverse and beautiful birds that make their home around the Garden. Participants are encouraged to…
Details: Join author and native plant guide Lanny Kaufer on Sunday, October 23 at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden for a free herb walk. This 60-minute walking tour will enhance your visit to the Garden as you learn about some of the plants featured in Kaufer’s book, Medicinal Herbs of California. During the walks our guests…
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