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Get out of the classroom and into the wild with these workshops.


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All Extension classes are for students aged 18 and up, unless otherwise noted.

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Begin at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve Conference Room for a lecture and presentation that covers the biology, species identification, and habitat for ou ...  View More

Start date: 01/24/26

Fee: $135.00

Materials Fee: $0.00

Available Discount(s)

Schedule : Weekly - Sat 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM; starting 1/24/2026, ending 1/24/2026

Location: Elkhorn Slough Reserve Location : 
  Elkhorn Slough Reserve.

Room :  Elkhorn Slough Reserve Conference Room

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Enjoy a full day of guided wildlife tours across the grasslands district of the Western San Joaquin Valley, host to a wide spectrum of wildlife sp ...  View More

Start date: 02/07/26

Fee: $157.00

Materials Fee: $0.00

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Schedule : Daily - Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; starting 2/7/2026, ending 2/7/2026

Location: Merced Wildlife Refuge Location : 
  Merced Wildlife Refuge.

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Fly fishing is an art of types. Come learn from a seasoned expert! Learn how to string up a fly rod, get a short story on the history of fly fis ...  View More

Start date: 02/17/26

Fee: $235.00

Materials Fee: $20.00

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Schedule : Multiple Class Schedules:   Weekly - Tue, Thu 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM; 4 sessions starting 2/17/2026, ending 2/26/2026. 
   Weekly - Sat 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; 2 sessions starting 2/21/2026, ending 2/28/2026. <

Location: Multiple Location : 
  Aptos Main Campus
  Off Campus.

Room : Multiple  Room : 
  1605. 
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You will begin at Cabrillo for a lecture and presentation where Judi will review biology, species identification, and habitat for our local owls, and ...  View More

Start date: 02/21/26

Fee: $135.00

Materials Fee: $0.00

Available Discount(s)

Schedule : Weekly - Sat 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM; starting 2/21/2026, ending 2/21/2026

Location: Aptos Main Campus Location : 
  Aptos Main Campus.

Room :  1604

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The Japanese term for forest bathing is Shinrin-yoku. Forest bathing, or “Awe Walks,” is one of the most delightful ways to support your wellness. F ...  View More

Start date: 02/28/26

Fee: $82.00

Materials Fee: $0.00

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Schedule : Weekly - Sat 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM; starting 2/28/2026, ending 2/28/2026

Location: Nisene Marks Location : 
  Nisene Marks.

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This class is meant for experienced fly fishers and is scheduled just in time to hone skills needed for a successful 2026 opening week for fly-fishi ...  View More

Start date: 03/03/26

Fee: $235.00

Materials Fee: $20.00

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Schedule : Multiple Class Schedules:   Weekly - Tue, Thu 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM; 4 sessions starting 3/3/2026, ending 3/12/2026. 
   Weekly - Sat 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; 2 sessions starting 3/7/2026, ending 3/14/2026. <

Location: Multiple Location : 
  Aptos Main Campus
  Off Campus.

Room : Multiple  Room : 
  1605. 
 .

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You will begin at Cabrillo for a lecture and presentation where Judi will review biology, species identification, and habitat for our local owls, and ...  View More

Start date: 03/14/26

Fee: $135.00

Materials Fee: $0.00

Available Discount(s)

Schedule : Weekly - Sat 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM; starting 3/14/2026, ending 3/14/2026

Location: Aptos Main Campus Location : 
  Aptos Main Campus.

Room :  1604

19 Seats Left

 
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Join an experienced science illustrator at the UCSC Fort Ord Natural Reserve for a guided field illustration experience and learn how to draw in the ...  View More

Start date: 03/21/26

Fee: $98.00

Materials Fee: $40.00

Available Discount(s)

Schedule : Weekly - Sat 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM; starting 3/21/2026, ending 3/21/2026

Location: UCSC Fort Ord Natural Reserve Location : 
  UCSC Fort Ord Natural Reserve.

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Join an experienced science illustrator at the UCSC Fort Ord Natural Reserve for a guided field illustration experience and learn how to draw in the ...  View More

Start date: 03/22/26

Fee: $98.00

Materials Fee: $40.00

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Schedule : Weekly - Sun 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM; starting 3/22/2026, ending 3/22/2026

Location: UCSC Fort Ord Natural Reserve Location : 
  UCSC Fort Ord Natural Reserve.

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Gordon will cover everything you've heard about mushrooms including if mushrooms can "talk", if mushrooms are from outer space, if Santa was inspire ...  View More

Start date: 03/28/26

Fee: $54.00

Materials Fee: $0.00

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Schedule : Weekly - Sat 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; starting 3/28/2026, ending 3/28/2026

Location: Aptos Main Campus Location : 
  Aptos Main Campus.

Room :  608

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This class is your in-depth introduction to all things fungi. Based on the book "Passport to Kingdom Fungi", Dr. Walker will take you on a tour of ...  View More

Start date: 03/28/26

Fee: $105.00

Materials Fee: $0.00

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Schedule : Weekly - Sat 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM; starting 3/28/2026, ending 3/28/2026

Location: Aptos Main Campus Location : 
  Aptos Main Campus.

Room :  608

30 Seats Left

 
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You will begin at Cabrillo for a lecture and presentation where Judi will review biology, species identification, and habitat for our local owls, and ...  View More

Start date: 03/28/26

Fee: $135.00

Materials Fee: $0.00

Available Discount(s)

Schedule : Weekly - Sat 1:30 PM - 7:00 PM; starting 3/28/2026, ending 3/28/2026

Location: Aptos Main Campus Location : 
  Aptos Main Campus.

Room :  1604

20 Seats Left

 
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