Join expert naturalists as we explore local habitats and learn about wildlife. From art workshops to tarantula hikes, there is something for everyone.
Ages: 6 years old – Adult Discover a different side of Mount Diablo while experiencing a near-total lunar eclipse! Led by one of our experienced naturalists, participants will explore the nocturnal grasslands of Mount Diablo’s northern slope as the moon overhead is bathed in the reddish glow of all the earth’s sunsets simultaneously. This is (more…)
Age: 6 years old – Adult Get ready for an exciting hike as you search the north face of Mount Diablo for local scorpions! Meet at the Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center and prepare to be amazed as you spot these glowing critters in the darkness, almost like green neon signs. While you’re at it, take (more…)
Ages: 6 and up Description: Explore the habitat of local scorpions along the north face of Mount Diablo, starting at the Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center. Experience the excitement of finding scorpions glowing like green neon signs in the dark. Led by our experienced naturalist, participants will look for local scorpions as these eight-legged creatures explore (more…)
Ages: 6 and up Description: Explore the habitat of local scorpions and tarantulas along the north face of Mount Diablo, starting at the Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center. Experience the excitement of finding scorpions glowing like green neon signs in the dark. Led by our experienced naturalist, participants will look for local tarantulas as these eight-legged (more…)