Courses Offered in 2012
The Spectacular Point Reyes Peninsula
Bonapart's Gull Yukon Flats NWR ©Mike Denega
Radio-tagged Lesser Scaup Yukon Flats NWR ©Mike Denega
Spring 2012 Courses - join naturalist Mike Denega
BIOL 380: Natural History Field Studies of Coastal Eco-systems
Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary: 1 unit transfers
The Gulf of the Farallones Marine Sanctuary encompasses millions of acres of land north of San Francisco and offshore areas that include the Farallon Islands and the Cordell Banks. Through lecture and field excursions, participants will learn geology, biology, and ecology associated with this pristine system. A tour along the San Andreas Fault while birding many locations from Bodega Bay to Bolinas Lagoon is part of this class. Elephant seals and whales may top the weekend. Students will be required to provide their own lodging or camping equipment and meals. Each topic can be taken one time for credit.
Lecture Dates: January 19 and 26
Time: 6:00pm/8:50 pm (on-line option)
Field Trip Dates: February 10, 11, 12
Parking fees
Ano Nuevo State Marine Reserve: 1 unit transfers
This course explores the unique Ano Nuevo State Reserve. Located 20 miles north of Santa Cruz, this reserve is a spectacular assemblage of plants, animals and geologic features that past participants in this course have learned to love and enjoy. The class will tour the park studying elephant seals, tide pools, geology, plants, birds and a variety of natural history topics. Watching California gray whales at Pigeon Point may top the weekend! The coastal wilderness feeling of Ano Nuevo makes this a very special place to visit. Students will be required to provide their own lodging or camping equipment and meals. Each topic can be taken one time for credit.
Lecture Dates: March 15 and 22
Time: 6:00pm/8:50 pm (on-line option)
Field Trip Dates: April 20, 21 and 22
Parking fees
Black Turnstone Sandy Beach AK ©Mike Denega
Contact Information: mdenega@comcast.net
Registration: http://flc.losrios.edu/student_services/admissions/admissions.html
Fall 2012 Field Courses:
BIOL 382: Natural History Field Studies of Desert Lake Ecosystems
* Canceled Due to recent BUDGET CUTS. Vote in November!
Mono Lake: 1 unit transfers
Mono Lake, a unique saline
environment situated in the southern portion of the Great Basin, is a national
treasure. The Mono Lake story is
both complex and fascinating.
Travel with us to view thousands of migratory birds in sight of spectacular
geologic formations like tufa towers and glaciated valleys. We'll hike the outer rim of a volcano
while enjoying breath-taking views of the Mono Basin and the east side of the
Sierra mountain range. Students will be required to provide their own lodging
or camping equipment and meals. Each topic can be taken one time for credit.
Lecture Dates: August 30, September 06
Time: 6:00pm/8:50 pm (on-line option)
Field Trip Dates: September 21, 22, 23
Parking fees
BIOL 389: Natural History of Wetland Eco-systems
Heart of the Delta: 1 unit transfers
This class will focus on the
biology, ecology and natural history of wildlife preserves on the northern and
eastern boundaries of the Sacramento- Joaquin Delta. Hiking and car tours of
pristine areas such as the Isenberg crane preserve, the Nature Conservancy’s
Cosumnes River Preserve and Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge will occur. A
very special visit to the Chinese community of Locke, CA is planned. No lodging
or camping is required for this particular trip. Each topic can be taken one
time for credit.
Lecture Dates: November 8 and 15
Time: 6:00pm/8:50 pm (on-line option)
Field Trip Dates: November 30, December 1 and 2
Lab
Fee: none
Ruby Crown Kinglet Point Reyes NP ©Mike Denega
Newly hatched Sandhill Crane chick Yukon Flats NWR ©Mike Denega
