Speaker Series

Second Saturday each month | 10:00 am | Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane

Note, all events are outdoors, so please dress accordingly. In case of rain, events will be canceled.


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Saturday July 11th at 10:00am – Our Human Journey

Guest speaker and archaeologist Adam Niesley weaves the engaging story of 12,000 years of humanity in San Diego – revealing how scientists' piece together a cohesive understanding of how we have adapted to changing climates, shifting coastlines, disappearing megafauna, and new food resources. Ages 15+

Saturday August 8th at 10:00am – Fleeting Waters, Hidden Worlds

Guest speaker Scott McMillan, Habitat Restoration Ecologist at Dudek, will discuss the vital role vernal pools play in California’s larger ecosystem. He’ll also talk about a much-needed restoration project in Carlsbad that will begin in the Fall. Ages 15+

Saturday September 12th at 10:00am – Sea Turtles

The calm waters of our coastal lagoons are perfect habitat for green sea turtles, and July through September is the best time to spot them. Guest speaker Sabrina Mashburn, founder and director of SoCal Sea Turtles, will discuss their biology and habitat, and provide tips for helping to protect them. Ages 12+