Astronomy Night – The Modern Origins Story – Eliot Quataert

Cushing Memorial Amphitheater, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA 2 Cushing Dr, United States

Aug 18, 8:00pm — The Modern Origins StoryEliot Quataert, Professor of Astronomy,UC BerkeleyOur story begins in the remarkably simple early universe, devoid of thecomplexity around us today. Come learn how the universe has evolved to itscurrent state from simple beginnings: how gravity reigns supreme andbuilds up the planets, stars, and galaxies required for biological evolution toproceed.Parking Pass Required! […]

HIKE: Karen Sapper

Bootjack Campground, California 94941, USA , United States

Evening Hike Wednesday, Aug 22 @5:30pm from Bootjack with docent Karen Sapper. A summer evenings hike to the historic West Point Inn. Edible and medicinal plant information along the way, and some fabulous vistas!Distance: about 3.5 miles; 450ft elevation gain. Easy.

HIKE: Rosalind Gottfried

Sunday, Sept 2 @9:30am "Sounds and Silence in Nature" from Stinson Beach with docent Rosalind Gottfried. Meeting point: Stinson Beach parking lot. Leading docent will have a sign on the roof of her car that say "Hike open to the public." Great workout and opportunity to see different habitats on Mt Tam, from redwoods to […]

Docent Appreciation Event

Recognize individuals tenure (5 yrs, 10 yrs) - licence plate, patch Most days Most milesMost attended enrichment program Raffle w/ donated items BBQ

HIKE: Karen Sapper

Evening Hike Wednesday, September 12, @5:30pm from Mt Home parking area with docent Karen Sapper. A lush trail down to Fern Creek, and along the border of Muir Woods, coming back up on the Canopy Trail. A beautiful and shaded route. Distance 4 miles, elevation gain 820ft.

Astronomy Night – Searching for Aliens, Finding Ourselves – Jill Tarter

Cushing Memorial Amphitheater, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA 2 Cushing Dr, United States

Sep 15, 7:30pm — Searching for Aliens, Finding OurselvesJill Tarter, Research Chair, SETIInstituteAre we alone? Humans have been asking this question throughout history. Sincethe middle of the 20th century, we have had tools that permit us to explorethis question scientifically. As we look up and look out, we are forced to seeourselves from a cosmic perspective. […]