Animal Archives - PORTS Program

Image of trees shot from below looking up towards the canopy with light shining through.

Exploring Tall Trees

3-5, 6-8, Animal, Animals, History, Places, Plants, PORTS On-Demand, Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, Science

Exploring Tall Trees Explore the tall trees at Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park! These ancient giants are essential to the survival of the endangered marbled murrelet, a seabird that plays a vital role in our ecosystem. Join us as we uncover the secrets of these... Read MoreRead more about Exploring Tall Trees

Picture of Cleo Domingo in California State Park uniform sitting on a wooden bridge with flowing water below and pine trees in the background.

Eel River Escapade

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Animal, Animals, K-2, Oceans and Watersheds, Places, PORTS On-Demand, Richardson Grove State Park, Science

Eel River Escapade Come learn about the third largest watershed in California - the Eel River running through Richardson Grove State Park! Students will learn watershed basics, river ecology, and the salmon life cycle and migration. Want to find more PORTS On-Demand... Read MoreRead more about Eel River Escapade

In the foreground, a wooden post with the Pacifc Crest Trail Marker, the background shows bright, lime green leafy trees and a blue sky with one cloud.

Pacific Crest Trail – All Things PCT!

6-8, 9-12, Animal, History, PORTS On-Demand, Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area

Pacific Crest Trail – All Things PCT! This program relates to this history of the regions surrounding the Pacific Crest Trail. We discuss different ecosystems, history (Native - Modern Day Trail Use), wildlife, and some trail tips and suggestions! Learn all... Read MoreRead more about Pacific Crest Trail – All Things PCT!

Millerton Lake State Recreation Area In-Person Field Trip

Animal, Animals, Millerton Lake State Recreation Area, Oceans and Watersheds, PassPORTS Blended-Access Field Trips, Plants, Science

Millerton Lake State Recreation Area In-Person Field Trip PassPORTS is now full! Thank you for your interest! Our funding has now all been allocated. Approved teachers will be receiving an email by September 27th. Explore Millerton Lake State Recreation Area!... Read MoreRead more about Millerton Lake State Recreation Area In-Person Field Trip

In-Person Field Trip: Spring Season Guided Walk at Año Nuevo

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Animal, Año Nuevo State Park, K-2, PassPORTS Blended-Access Field Trips

In-Person Field Trip: Spring Season Guided Walk at Año Nuevo Join a State Parks Docent for a guided walk through the reserve to learn about a different part of the northern elephant seal lifecycle. During the spring, adult and juvenile seals cluster along the beaches... Read MoreRead more about In-Person Field Trip: Spring Season Guided Walk at Año Nuevo