Places Archives - PORTS Program

From Coal to Clay

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area, History, People, Places, PORTS Programs

From Coal to Clay Discover the hidden industries of early California near Livermore and Tracy. Explore the life of a coal miner in some of the first coal mines of CA and explore the life of a factory worker at what is now Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area. We... Read MoreRead more about From Coal to Clay

Habitat Restoration in Redwoods, Prairies, and Rivers

6-8, 9-12, Climate, History, Humboldt Redwoods State Park, Oceans and Watersheds, People, Places, Plants, PORTS Programs, Science

Habitat Restoration in Redwoods, Prairies, and Rivers Join us in learning about the unique ecosystems of Humboldt Redwoods State Park! Humans are a part of nature, and we have the ability to make significant changes to it. In this program we will discover the habitats... Read MoreRead more about Habitat Restoration in Redwoods, Prairies, and Rivers

Opening the Mountain to All: Outdoor Equity (Block Schedule)

6-8, 9-12, History, Mount Tamalpais State Park, People, Places, PORTS Programs

Opening the Mountain to All: Outdoor Equity (Block Schedule) Please note: This program is designed for teachers with a block schedule looking to book the same program multiple times a day. When booking this program, please be sure to include class start times for the... Read MoreRead more about Opening the Mountain to All: Outdoor Equity (Block Schedule)

Working Hands: The Human Cost of Creating an Empire (Block Schedule)

6-8, 9-12, Arts and Culture, California Citrus State Historic Park, History, People, Places, Plants, PORTS Programs

Working Hands: The Human Cost of Creating an Empire (Block Schedule) Explore the work and the workers that created the massive success of the California citrus industry. Follow your guide through the citrus groves and packing house to learn about the contributions of... Read MoreRead more about Working Hands: The Human Cost of Creating an Empire (Block Schedule)

Working Hands: The People who Provide

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Arts and Culture, California Citrus State Historic Park, History, K-2, People, Places, Plants, PORTS Programs

Working Hands: The People who Provide Explore the work and the workers that created the massive success of the California citrus industry. Follow your guide through the citrus groves and packing house to learn about the contributions of various immigrant labor... Read MoreRead more about Working Hands: The People who Provide